Yassin's Falafel House

It was very good. We got 1 falafel wrap and 2 Gyros. They were really good. I liked the gyro better this time. We also got 4 pieces of baklava for later, and they were delicious. I definitely recommend you stop and give them a try.

It was our first time trying food from here and i can definitely say it won't be our last! The staff as a whole was welcoming and friendly. Which provided some relief as we took in their menu. It may be a lot at once to understand but once you get it, you’ll be set. The food was great and was worth it!

Yassin’s Falafel House delivers fresh, flavorful Mediterranean eats in Knoxville. The falafel is crisp, the baba ganoush is to die for, and everything tastes incredibly fresh. PROTIP: Get the cucumber-infused water—it’s a game-changer!

This is my go-to for fast and delicious Middle Eastern food. Their spicy grilled chicken shawarma is my favorite item on the menu. Their falafels are the best. They have an open door policy, welcoming all walks of life, races and religion. They also offer free cucumber and lemon water to everyone, including those who don’t buy food. I am and will continue to be a repeat customer.

Very good food! Their hummus is amazing! They also have a homemade hot sauce that has perfect flavor. I was very impressed with the service. The staff is super friendly. My wife and I arrived at 8:30pm. They close at 9:00pm. We offered to get take out but was assured they didn't mind us eating there. We never felt rushed. Will definitely go back in the near future!

Love the chicken plate and sandwich soo delicious! Staff is always patient and friendly even when busy!

I dined in at Yassin's many times and recommended it to many people. But today, I ordered Chicken Plate and sprite online in doordash. Not only the food tasted weird, also the drink I received was not sprite. It tasted so acidic and nothing like a soft drink! I am not sure what it was!! Very disappointing Yassin's Falafel!

As always, amazing! Some of the best vegan food in the area. Falafel sandwich (spicy), fries, and baklava. They even use agave instead of honey for their baklava! I really hope they can participate in the Knox vegan chef challenge coming next month! 🤞🤞

Gyro plate was delicious. Very good value, tons of food. The gyros and rice were great, the garlic white sauce was awesome. The pita was decent. I also had some of my wife's chicken plate. The chicken was very yummy, but the baba ghanoush was way too lemony. It tasted a bit like cleaner. We came maybe 15 minutes before closing, and the staff were still nice enough to let us stay a few minutes after to finish our meal.

Came here after running errands because it was close by and looking at the menu it looked really good. I am so glad we did. The food and service was awesome. Walking in, it's counter service with a simple menu. You choose what you want, your protein and then if you want a wrap, salad or plate. They also have plant based. We got two gyro wraps with a side of fries and baklava. Ordering at the counter was simple and the easy. The person behind the counter was also willing to make modification, like sauce on the side or no onions. We got our number and decided to grab a seat outside while waiting for our number to be called. Though they were busy it didn't take long for the food to come out. The gyros were great. The meat tender and the veggies fresh and wrapped in a nice warm pita. The fries were seasoned well and hot and crispy. The baklava was flaky and delicious. It's a good quick easy meal, that's really satisfying. The restaurant itself was clean and well lit. Plenty of seating inside and also they had some tables outside. Good place to get some really tasty food

Update: I called and they were more than willing to remake it and were very kind They were good with everything else in the order; however, I am very frustrated that I asked for no sauce and they put sauce on it.

Came here on a Tuesday and I got the spicy chicken plate and it was great, not really spicy. Came with enough food to last me two meals and everything was flavorful. The pita bread was so soft and the rice was perfectly cooked. Came here like six years ago and loved the food and it's still great.

Yassin's Falafel House is the kind of place that sticks with you--in the best possible way. I honestly can't recommend it enough. Ever since I first ate here, nothing else compares. Yassin's has completely ruined all other falafel for me, and I mean that as the highest compliment. The flavors are unforgettable, the portions are generous, and the vibe is always welcoming. Super duper friendly staff!

Very disappointed in the falafel wrap. The lavash or pita had a weird flavor. The white sauce and tzaziki were delicious.

Tried when I was in Knoxville! Great service and cute decor! Small but still feels spacious.

Stopped in here while in town and was looking for something quick and yummy. The kid at the front was friendly and helped us with the menu, which was simple and had just the right amount of options. We ordered Falafels which were delish, perfect texture and good flavor. I had the spicy chicken plate and it was really good, very savory. The Gyro sandwich was perfect. This was a great little spot for a quick meal if you're in the area!

It was our first time trying food from here and i can definitely say it won't be our last! The staff as a whole was welcoming and friendly. Which provided some relief as we took in their menu. It may be a lot at once to understand but once you get it, you'll be set. The food was great and was worth every bit! Though they ambiance doesnt have date vibes, its a great spot to grab lunch or catch up with a friend!

The food is delicious. Quick service and amazing staff. Highly recommend this place for both pickups and dining

Heard a lot about Yassin's and knew I had to stop for lunch. I tried the plant-based shawarma sandwich and was pleasantly surprised. It was my first time being able to try "shawarma". The only thing is that I wish there were more vegetables in it. The falafel sandwich was good but not super filling. We had to ask for a hot sauce on the side but they only had red pepper flakes for us. With a good creamy hot sauce, both sandwiches would've been amazing. The French fries were hot and crispy and had a little flavor on them which I appreciated. It got super busy around lunch time!

What a fun place to go. Atmosphere is casual and quick that you can linger if you want. Walked right in and the line is quick. They have a great selection and the food was delicious. I had the gyro and fries.

Super friendly, clean and fast authentic Mediterranean food. We were in the area looking at motorcycle and I was hungry for some gyros and Yassin's was suggested Well they did not disappoint! I got the gyro salad and a side of falafels and hubby got a regular gyro. Everything is made fresh to order and was delicious. The meat tasted good and and had good spice. We had never had falafel before and I liked the taste and crunchy outside and soft middle. The staff was friendly greeting us when we arrived and when they delivered food to the table in I'd say under 5 min. I totally forgot to try the baklava which I was told is delish as well.

Love this place! Been there many times over the years. Everything is wonderful. Thank goodness there is one in Alcoa now.

Amazing tasting food! Loved everything we ordered. Unique and authentic Mediterranean food!

I grew up in the Middle East and have had my fair share of incredible Shawarma - therefore, I set the bar fairly high here. Yassin's surpassed the bar. The chicken shawarma wrap was excellent - excellent combination of sauce, tender chicken meat, French fries and veg make for an incredible bite. Highly recommend.

The special is my favorite. It is this garlic chicken sub and it is heavenly. I would highly recommend this place.

The gyro was super, rice was tasty but a bit dry. They had a wall of banknotes I enjoyed looking at. The dessert flaky thing was good.

Food was great! Ordered shawarma plate and sandwich. The chicken was cooked very well and it was juicy! Staff was Also very kind

Incredible food!!! Gyros are AWESOME! A MUST EAT! Do yourself a favor! Eat here! I always get the spicy lamb gyro and an order of falafel and it's ALWAYS supreme!!!

Was staying at a hotel nearby and ordered Yassin's from Uber Eats. When it arrived, I was pleasantly surprised at how hot and fresh everything was! (I usually anticipate any to go order to be lukewarm by the time it arrives.) The falafels were crispy on the outside with a softer interior, and with the bed of lettuce they sat on, I felt much better eating all of them instead of saving the rest for leftovers...they were too good to stop eating! My main entree was the grilled veggie plate with a side of gyro meat and it was fantastic (though the veggie serving was a little skimpy the gyro serving was great). If you don't like olives (I do), I would sub out the hummus for something else as it tastes great but does have an olive flavor. The pita that comes with the plate is yummy! It tasted homemade and was warm and fluffy. I'll definitely order from here again when passing through Knoxville!

5-Star.... Please, we need more stars!!!! Looking for a good offering outside of typical American cuisine, and found Yassin's. That was an excellent find!!!! The service was friendly and accommodating with a menu full of plentiful offerings! I actually ended up selecting the Falafel and Gyro sandwiches, which were both incredibly delicious and FRESH!!!! You may have to wait just a couple of minutes for your food, but we all know what that means right..... Deliciousness!!!! Highly Recommend!

When we eat at Yassin's, our stomachs are full but our hearts are too, because they are simply good humans who truly care about our community. This last visit, I brought my 4 yo twins to dine in and was crossing fingers that they would choose that day to become more adventurous eaters. I got a gyro pita and then we ordered two kid meals-1 with gyro, hummus, pita triangles, and fries and 1 with falafels, hummus, pita triangles, and fries. The food was out within five minutes and was hot and fresh. They brought it directly to our table and the kind worker, Darren, chatted and fist-bumped for a few minutes with my kids. He asked me if they had allergies and later brought them complimentary baklavas. How sweet (literally)! That kind act put the kids in giving mode and they tried to offer everyone around them fries. The gyro meat was tender and sliced the perfect thickness. The tzatziki sauce is magic and the pitas warm and fresh. I will say that the wrapping itself was dripping/sopping wet from grease, so you may want to bring hand wipes and/or wash hands after eating unless you want a greasy memento on your car seat. ;-) My kids loved the gyro meat and falafels and who doesn't love dunking carbs into hummus? The kids meal came with a ton of gyro meat, which I actually used on a homemade pizza later that night and it was delish. Will we be back? DUH.

Surprisingly very good - the food was beyond good - excellent - the service was nice and courteous - the ambiance was clean and organized - we sincerely appreciate a good Mediterranean food place like this . No doubt will be back, hope they keep up the excellent work...

Amazing food with quick turnaround. Not anything special in ambiance- basic. Helpful staff.

The best falafel in east Tennessee (so far). The shawarma looked good too. Very fresh. The location is in an older shopping center which unfortunately has seen better days. The homeless have been camping out in front of the restaurant in the outdoor seating area. It's sad because I think it likely deters business. But it's not unsafe (so far) so try Yassins.

We love to search out Greek restaurants. After seeing reviews of Yassin's we thought it had potential... It was nothing special. My husbands gyro was super wet. I had gyro salad, just ok. We enjoy Naf Naf up to the road better.

Nice people. Good food. Mediterranean fast food ! The baba ghanoush was very good. I had a pita was very happy with the quality of the bread

Best family-owned restaurant in the area. Even patrons are friendly. Food is DELICIOUS! If you think you won't like "this type of food", give it a try. You won't be disappointed. Everything is delicious! My favorites are the chicken plate and hummus. Pitas are fresh and made in-house!

Food was delicious and service was spectacular! Good job! I wish I lived close, I would come here often

Great food at a great price. Everything my little group got was delicious. Would recommend.

We eat it all the time super delicious spicy sandwich and sometimes hummus and pita for some razzle dazzle

Great food. Falafel is fine, not amazing, but chicken sandwich is awesome! Pahlava is pretty good!

Picked up a chicken shawarma wrap and falafels while passing through Knoxville. I'm so glad I stumbled upon Yassin's. I ordered online and the order was ready in less than 15 minutes. The chicken shawarma wrap was delicious, and I loved the fries inside the sandwich. I will definitely be back to try more things!

Amazing food, amazing employees and an amazing owner. The owner goes above beyond to help the less fortunate.

Great chicken, falafel, and vegetables. Garlic sauce was awesome also. And the service was outstanding - very friendly!

I travel to Knoxville for work a few times a year and Yassin's is my go to. It's definitely the best Mediterranean food I've had. I used to get the plant based shwarma plate and that was amazing but I just got the regular chicken plate and it's to die for as well. I love this place I really wish I had this in California. I always DoorDash it and it's always fast and big servings

Great gyros and falafels. Extremely friendly staff. Both indoor and outdoor dining spaces. The best restaurant of its kind in the area. Looking forward to their Alcoa location's opening to shorten my drive for lunch.

Fast food Mediterranean. Flavors were good. Interesting differences from most Mediterranean we've visited. The falafels were very good. You only get one pita with the hummus-not enough; but you can order more pita for about $1/ea. It was a busy place so most be a favorite for the locals. Better than fast food burgers.

The staff was friendly. The food was excellent with good portions. The Resturant appears well maintained and clean.

The gyros were the best we have had in E.Tn . The best we have had in years. We have decided to get dinner there at least once a week. The food is fantastic. Don't wait,if you like gyros,this is the place to go!

Pretty darn solid choice! We got gyro sandwich, gyro plate, fries, and a few sides of tzatziki. Service was quick and friendly. They were pretty busy so that's perhaps why the tables couldn't be kept up with cleaning but otherwise all was good!

I have been a few locations and it's always been great food served fast at a fair price... I wish I had one close to where I lived in Atlanta

I really enjoyed the flavors. This was the best gyro and falafel that I've ever enjoyed. Thank you for sharing the great food. We took it all to go and it survived the trip to Mammoth Cave National Park. The plating of the to go is ingenious because all the sauces stayed in place and the holes ensured that even the pita bread did not get soggy. A great idea for bringing different cuisine to enjoy outdoors.

I tried the falafel with tahini side, the spicy chicken shawarma plate and the hummus side. The tahini is probably the best tahini I've ever had! I actually liked it with the chicken shawarma and next time would order a side of that sauce. The chicken shawarma plate came with rice, a pita, baba ghanoush, and white garlic sauce. I ordered the spicy chicken which it really wasn't spicy, but it was still well flavored. The rice was perfectly seasoned. Additionally the hummus was excellent. My only food complaint is that the side of hummus only comes with one pita. Considering the container is fairly large I would have liked a couple extra pitas. My husband and I came at a fairly busy time but found our food came out relatively quickly given the amount of people that were there.

One of my favorite places to eat. My usuals are the spicy chicken plate and the spicy chicken shawarma. (Highly recommend both)

The food was delicious.. well prepared and generous. Friendly staff. Clean, simple and pleasant environment. Definitely will return!

Love this so yummy the most traditional I have found so far in Knoxville I really enjoy it. The helpings are plentiful and the sauces are so good

Both of our entrees were lukewarm tonight. I want my meal to be hot! Restaurant was not busy at all so no reason for it to be unsatisfactory. Disappointed!