The Friendship Grill

Brian Dillman

I have had this falafel wrap about 50 times and it’s always amazing. Best meal in the area. And my boy who’s usually behind the counter is always warm and talented. Best falafel ever. All toppings delicious. Enjoy.

Claudia Lisbona

The food was absolutely amazing. We had falafel, hummus and the 5 salad choices! I highly recommend it. Just like home cooked food. First visit and we will be back .

Lea C

Best falafel I've had outside of Israel! Fast service and reasonable prices. Be sure to get the eggplant and matbucha.

S D

Love this place. The food is fresh and flavorful. The location is convenient. I loved that they had a special-needs employee taking the orders. He was so friendly and his Helen was fantastic. I will definitely come back. It's so special hiw they are giving back to the community.

Yossi Zweig

While vacationing in Florida this past week, I was told to check out the Friendship Grill in Fort Lauderdale, FL. You see unlike most upscale restaurants I visit, this one was very homey, with the authentic Israeli experience. You see the staff at the Friendship Grill are special needs children from Chabad’s Friendship Circle organization. These special children learn life skills, make friends, and are made to feel like they are a part of functioning society. It was for that reason that we drove out from Boyton Beach over 45min away. While the children only work there and in the Friendship Café next door from morning till 3pm, the place was full of pictures and information about the children. There was even a big screen with photos and captions as well as videos showing them off. The man behind the grill and fryer, Tomer, a native Israeli, was telling us about how the kids help prep the food, stock the fridge and even take turns manning the cash register. Frankly, it was very inspiring. Tomer loaded our table up with the works. Plenty of piping hot pita bread, dips and salatim including; Carrot Salad, Beet Salad, Eggplant, Matbucha, Cole Slaw, and plenty of Chummus. Naturally we tried everything from the Falafel to the Shwarma and Schnitzel . We also got some delicious fries and sweet potato fries. Behind the restaurant is the Chabad House and Judacia Store. The food was really good and filling. The Falafel, crispy and golden brown on the outside and yummy, fragrant, and green on the inside. The turkey shwarma was juicy and soft, perfect when paired with some pita and chummus. For those that don’t want bread, they even had some rice and wrap sandwich. The schnitzel was really good. Crispy on the outside and buttery on the inside. Honestly, we couldn’t finish all the food. There was so much variety! It’s a great place to eat and even better place to support. Visit Tomer and tell him Yossi sent you.

FRUMFASH

I had to try our the new(ish) kosher restaurant on Las Olas. Being that I am a vegetarian this place was perfect for me. I ordered the Falafel platter and it was so beyond delish. The Friendship Cafe is a middle eastern place and not strictly vegetarian, so they offer other things too like chicken shawarma and chicken schnitzel, which is so perfect for kids. My falafel was fresh and authentic and I will surely be returning soon!!!!

Libby Jonas

Hit this spot while walking on Las Olas. It is not in the main part with all of the shops, but it near Rocco's Tacos, the Floridian and a few other restaurants. All the food is kosher, even the meet. I ordered the schnitzel platter which is chicken schnitzel, hummus and fries, but you can also have beans and rice. I got a side of the delicious Isreali salad. It really took me back to my travels in the Mediterranean. Everything is authentic and so very fresh. The schnitzel was authentic Israeli style. I cannot wait to try the falafel and shawarma.

Libby Jonas

literally in love. as a las olas local, i am so happy to see this place has opened! A little gem. not expensive.. yummy home-made flavor and such a cute and great idea to have special needs kids working there. also very cute clean interior.

Diana Carolina Gutiérrez

Everything here is delicious, healthy, and made with love. The prices are really good, their falafel is amazing. The place is really clean and follows all Covid 19 regulations. The staff is extremely friendly and the service is awesome. Just love this place.

Dean Myerow

Eat great. Do good. Make friends. That's what is its all about at the Friendship Cafe. Falafel, pita, pizza, pastries and coffee are delicious at this cozy cafe which is part of a vocational training program for special needs adults to learn the food service business in partnership with The Friendship Circle of Greater Fort Lauderdale.

richard

Amazing place, with a fantastic mission. Great food and coffee served by people with varying levels of ability. The food will bring you in, the staff will keep you feeling full and the mission will bring you back for more.

Bryndel Gniwisch

Best kosher food in florida and best falafel in the world hands down.

Haven’t been here, but the workers here are probably some of the nicest people on planet earth and deserve to be given a try if you’re in the area!

I had so much fun here! workers are very fun and nice. Food is great, love it so much.

Costumer service is so nice and the restaurant itself is super beautiful and the people who work there are absolute angels and the food is delicious

Came here during a vacation a few days ago loved it felt welcome and enjoyed the employees!

Shame on anyone giving a bad review. This place is amazing and will melt your heart... if you're human

We went there for an event where they taught kids with disabilities to cook. I brought my son who learned to make vegan Mac and Cheese and they had a great time dancing and celebrating birthdays! The chefs and instructors were fantastic with the kids!!

Best falafel in broward county . No doubt. I never miss a chance to eat there if I am around. Clean and welcoming vibe .Fast and kind service . Affordable price. And plenty of parking spaces. Highly recommended!!!!

The best shawarma that I've ever had. I got a pita pocket and they loaded it with the freshest ingredients! Very highly recommended!

A clean, beautiful, tasty and an oasis to an area that doesnt have a single other kosher food establishment. Great working staff and the food is tasty and delicious! The space is clean and comfortable to sit in.

Food is great, employees are greater. Any 1 star reviews on here are either trolls or bad luck. I RECOMMEND 💯

Jae Hwa Yap

W place W people W price W food W everything I love yall spread love not hate twin✌🏾

John Cerda

As good as it gets. Be patient, they’ll be kind, and they’ll move the world to make you happy

Adam Hutcheson

Shame on anyone giving a bad review. This place is amazing and will melt your heart... if you're human

Dennis L

Came here during a vacation a few days ago loved it felt welcome and enjoyed the employees!

Natalie Moyer

I had so much fun here! workers are very fun and nice. Food is great, love it so much.

Slava Mor

Great place, the food is really good. Great service, easy to communicate. Big portions.

Piggie_Playz

this place was absolutely trash, even my pet rock could make better food.

Taylor

Placed an order went to pick it up and was told they didn’t have it in the system, then when they found it they were “sold out” weird experience overall. Nothing wrong with being sold out of things but like call me or something before I drive over and wait in line for 15 minutes