Fafa’s

Really excellent «falafel place» versus a kebab place, though of course this place does the type of fresh chicken kebab one is used to obtaining outside Finland. Delicious and fresh combinations abound. I tried a kebab with chicken, tabbouleh, fried eggplant, tzatziki, tomato, and cucumber. The absence of salt in the meal, as opposed to many of the typical foods found at takeaways and restaurants in Helsinki is marked. I prefer my tzatziki with a bit more garlic, but that’s just a personal preference. It was good.
As delicious as the chicken kebab was, the sweet potato fries were a standout. They’ve perfected the cut and crispness and they are served with a side of tzatziki. The terrace outside has a good number of tables.
Service was fast enough for a late lunch. The counter service speaks both Finnish and English but the menus I saw were in English. Prices are reasonable for the high quality.
I highly recommend this as a light feast for your taste buds.

Fafa’s is the best fresh fast food in Helsinki. Even though you might have to wait a while. The halloumi falafel is my favorite and it’s so big that sometimes I can’t finish it.

Lovely staff and delicious food. A little bit layered. Be nice to get all flavours in one bite but hard in a pita. Go frequently.

Best fast food in Helsinki.

If you want to try real good falafel there is no way around Fafa’s. Their diner in Iso Robertinkatu is already well known and always crowded. Recently they opened a second place in Kallio on Vilhovuorenkatu. This one is pretty small but also offers the same amazing food. And it’s as fresh as it gets since here they also bake the bread that is used in both diners.
To make the waiting easier they always serve a small snack of olives and roasted bread. But keep some hunger left for the main dish. It’s great! Go e.g. with the Falafel & Halloumi. Of course you can also get your pita with kebab meat.