Falafel Metro Takeout & Vegan Cafe in Tauranga

Top categories (Side Dish / Beverages / Mains / Pita bread)
Most orders: $10–20

Falafel Metro is a casual takeout restaurant and coffee shop specializing in vegetarian and vegan-friendly Middle Eastern-inspired cuisine. The establishment offers a variety of falafel-based dishes, complemented by halal options, catering to diverse dietary preferences. Guests can enjoy their meals through multiple service styles including dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and catering, with accommodations for solo diners, families, and larger groups.

The atmosphere at Falafel Metro is cosy and trendy, featuring both indoor and outdoor seating in a space that supports wheelchair accessibility. The venue provides amenities such as free Wi-Fi, alcohol including beer, and a kids’ menu, making it suitable for university students, tourists, and local families alike. The environment balances a relaxed vibe with efficient, friendly service, creating a welcoming setting for lunch or a quick bite.

Operating primarily during midday hours from late morning to mid-afternoon on select weekdays and weekends, Falafel Metro offers reasonably priced meals with options to customize spice levels and portion sizes. Payment methods include credit and debit cards, as well as NFC mobile payments, enhancing convenience for patrons. The restaurant also permits dogs in its outdoor areas and provides free street parking nearby.

For a complete overview of offerings and to explore the full range of menu options, visitors are encouraged to view the detailed menu page available through the site.

Outdoor seating
Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in

Lunch
Solo dining

Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating

Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards

Willy

26/03/2026

holy smokes, that was the best falafel ive had since ilhans place closed back in '99 the reviews are true. the flavour is perfect. i will be back!

Momo

18/03/2026

Visited on Friday lunchtime first time and so many people ordering and waiting! So happy to see this popular place my favorite. Owner family are so well organized in clean open kitchen without any stress to see from us but giving lovely smile and attentions. It's worth waiting but never took too long, What a great service and healthy plant base food. Lots of falafel in pita is so big and heavy filling. Hope using a good healthy oil not cheap one. Hot spicy chill sauce is so good kick by the side! Thank you

Mr Capamagian

25/02/2026

Daria & Tomer Have Mastered The Art Of Consistently Serving What Is The Finest Lunch In The Bay Of Plenty. Falafel Metro Is Very Accommodating To Dietary Restrictions & Has Excellent Vegan Options. Daria & Tomer Also Happen To Be Some Of The Loveliest People That You Could Meet.

Caitlin Bennett

08/02/2026

I genuinely couldn’t recommend a place more! Not only is the food delicious but the service is always amazing! If you’re in Tauranga definitely don’t miss out on this place.

Orandge

09/01/2026

Super good falafel and everything was perfect and fresh! A little bit spicy for me but it was perfect!! I got the 'Med' pita in mild.

Ran Cohen

29/12/2025

The Falafel was amazing, reminds the original taste at home and they have unique flavors as well. They have really good gluten free options. The staff were lovely. We will definitely come back the next time we are in Tauranga. Thanks!

Mad Mums Club

22/12/2025

First time trying their dishes and I was not dissapointed. Very tasty, well presented food and good customer service.

SHUNUT KIM

20/12/2025

Best falafel i've ever had!! They moved out to next to the CBK. And super huge now I had Jerusalem with yellow rice which the staff recommend me and yum!! You can choose spicy level too! Amount is perfect toogood for lunch. I definitely visit here again and try all menu $15 each.

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