Shakalafel

6 ratings
$$ • Mediterranean Restaurant, Food Truck
Reported NOT to have a gluten-free menu, but gluten-free options are available
Reported GF menu options: Falafel, Fries, Sandwiches
Safety Rating
6 ratings

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4-1306 Kuhio Hwy
Kapaʻa, HI 96746

Most Recent Reviews


Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


YES! The falafel platter is gf and delicious, no modifications needed. They’re very good about cross contamination. Highly highly recommend!!

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 1 month ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Super friendly and knowledgeable about gf, labelled menu. Only thing they make that contains gluten is the pita, so the fryer is safe. Had the falafel plate and as a reactive celiac it was safe. Great outdoor picnic area too.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 2 months ago read full review

Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


Yeah this place was a dang treat! If you stand outside the truck for 2 seconds, someone will lean out the window and offer you a free falafel to try. And it worked! We were gushing over how good it was and ordering more. Confirmed all was gf but the pita. Went back the next day to get more falafel to take home for dinner - got the gf platter with delicious hummus as well, and like, 9 falafels! It was a meal!

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 7 months ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Falafel
  • Fries
  • Sandwiches

Categories

  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Food Truck
  • Healthy
  • Lunch
  • Mediterranean
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout
  • Vegan Friendly

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More Reviews


Overall Rating

Review


Knowledgeable staff and fantastic food! We just happened upon this truck and decided the best fries we have had in sometime. The falafel was very good.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 8 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

Overall Rating

Review


We had the falafel platter and a side of fries! Very tasty! Everything except the pita is GF, and they changed their gloves and utensils when making our food.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dairy-free
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Good vegan options
  • Good vegetarian options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 9 months ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Charming authentic Mediterranean falafel shakshuka, and eggplant. Entire menu is gluten-free with the exception of pita which can be deleted, owners very conscious about Celiac disease and will do glove changes to eliminate any cross contamination.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer

Quality & Quantity


How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

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