Foods to try in New York City: Mamoun’s Falafel

Mamoun’s falafel is one of those small joints that everyone in the East Village knows about. Just ask for a falafel and you’ll get falafel in pita with tomatoes, lettuce and a white tahini type sauce. It’s $2.50 for one ( I remember when it used to be $2.00; I also remember when subway fare was $2.00). However, don’t let the increase in price deter you. After you purchase it,make your way over to Washington Square Park (about 2 blocks away) and eat it at one of the numerous benches there (sitting area in Mamoun’s is uncomfortably squished). As a passionate consumer of meat, I have to say that this is one of the few vegetarian foods I enjoy.
Courtesy of R.R. for introducing me to it.