What People Do in
Haifa
After 11 AM?
They visit Falafel Najla — Haifa's most iconic falafel since 1950.
Crafted by George & Najla Afara in Wadi 18, Haifa. Known as Falafel Najla in Arabic and Falafel HaZkenim in Hebrew. Celebrated for 74 years of untouched recipe, stone-ground spices, and warm hospitality.
Crafted by George & Najla Afara in Wadi 18, Haifa. Known as Falafel Najla in Arabic and Falafel HaZkenim in Hebrew. Celebrated for 74 years of untouched recipe, stone-ground spices, and warm hospitality.
Wadi 18 Origin
Complimentary Arrival
Falafel in Israel
Our Signature Offerings
Bestseller
Classic Falafel Pocket
₪22.00Crispy falafel, diced salad, shredded cabbage & velvet tahini in warm pita.
Family Box
Signature Feast Box
₪68.0020 hot falafel balls, 3 pitas, diced salads, pickled peppers & 5 dip cups.
Unlimited Add-ons
Custom Salad Bar Pocket
₪26.00Build your own pita with falafel and unlimited fresh add-ons from our counter.
The Complimentary Tahini Dip
Since 1950, every single guest arriving at our counter is greeted with a piping hot falafel ball dipped in fresh velvet tahini—free of charge.
The Real Story of Falafel Najla
A landmark of Wadi 18, Haifa built on craftsmanship and community trust.
Founded by George & Najla
Initially operated without a sign. Jewish regulars referred to it as Falafel HaZkenim ("The Old Folks"), while Arab regulars called it Falafel Najla after female co-owner Najla Afara.
Passed to Afif Sabit
Having no children, George & Najla entrusted the business in 1984 to Afif Sabit, a loyal lifelong customer who preserved the exact secret recipe and brass-pot frying method.
Nationally Renowned
Ranked consistently by critics and food historians among the top falafel stands in the country. Preserving 100% transparency and authentic ingredients.
Daily Fresh Counter & Add-ons
Our stainless steel prep counter is open to every customer. Freshly diced cucumber and red tomato salad, crisp shredded white cabbage, green pickles, house tahini, and spicy red shatta.