Two words: free falafels. That’s right, everyone gets a little free sample before ordering. There is no disputing that this is indeed the falafel king of Boston. The sandwiches are fast, delicious and cheap. There's another Downtown location on Washington St.


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Nearby Boston attractions

1. Millennium Tower

0.12 MILES

On the site of the former Filene's Department Store, the Millennium Tower is a high-rise residential tower and the tallest Boston skyscraper outside the…

2. Old South Meeting House

0.19 MILES

‘No tax on tea!’ That was the decision on December 16, 1773, when 5000 angry colonists gathered here to protest British taxes, leading to the Boston Tea…

3. Dewey Sq Parks

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With food vendors and farmers markets, this is a popular lunch spot for the working world. You know you're in the right place when you spot the giant…

4. Chinatown Gate

0.22 MILES

The official entrance to Chinatown is the decorative gate (paifong), a gift from the city of Taipei. It is symbolic – not only as an entryway for guests…

5. Old Corner Bookstore

0.23 MILES

In the 19th century, this historic house was leased to a bookseller, Carter & Hendlee. This was the first of nine bookstores and publishing companies that…

6. Blaxton Plaque

0.24 MILES

The 50-acre Boston Common is the country’s oldest public park. If you have any doubt, refer to the plaque emblazoned with the words of the treaty between…

7. Park St Church

0.25 MILES

Shortly after the construction of Park St Church, powder for the War of 1812 was stored in the basement, earning this location the moniker ‘Brimstone…

8. Old City Hall

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This monumental French Second Empire building occupies a historic spot. Out front, a plaque commemorates the site of the country's first public school,…