Visit Portland: Samo's Bistro

We were looking for a place to eat nearby the office we had a meeting at, and a Google Maps search brought us to Samo's Bistro.  

Samo's Bistro is a restaurant / grocery store offering both Greek and American eats.

I wasn't really hungry so I just ordered Zucchini Fries, which were good, although a bit underseasoned.

I couldn't resist the display of treats, however, so I also ended up getting a Chocolate Cake.

It was moist and chocolaty - just what my sweet tooth was craving.  

My friend had the Falafel Sandwich, which he thought was pretty tasty, although not as crispy on the outside as he would have preferred.

Falafel Sandwich

Samo's Bistro
7215 NE Prescott St

Portland, OR 97218

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Visit New Jersey: Mamoun's Falafel

We were looking for a spot to grab lunch in Princeton, New Jersey, and Mamoun's Falafel was recommended.

We walked over, ordered via the touch screen, and it wasn't long before we were devouring some falafel sandwiches.

Bleecker

I had the Bleecker - Chicken Kebob and Falafels. The chicken was very tender, and the sandwich was very filling.  If you don't know what falafels are, they are balls of ground chickpeas and spices mixed together.  They give the sandwich added texture and flavor.

Classic Falafel

Hummus and Baba Ganouj

Pita Chips and Seasoned Fries

We also got some sides to accompany our sandwiches.  The Pita Chips were extra crunchy (I think a bit too crunchy), but the fries - addicting!  You must get the garlic dipping sauce with it - so delish (I went to Mamoun's a couple days later and got just the fries!).

Mamoun's Falafel
20 Witherspoon St

Princeton, NJ 08542

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