WINNIPEG — The Green Falafel, a new Israeli kosher vegan falafel restaurant, opened its doors on July 2 at 1833 Grant Avenue in River Heights. The eatery quickly drew enthusiastic crowds, offering Winnipeg’s first fully kosher, plant-based falafel concept.
The restaurant is owned by Ariel and Eden Maudi. Ariel was born and raised in Beersheba, Israel, and came to Winnipeg in 2013 after working in telecommunications. Eden immigrated to Israel from Russia in 1996 before moving to Canada. The couple pursued their long-time dream of opening an Israeli falafel eatery in Winnipeg.
The Green Falafel serves fresh falafel, hummus, and Israeli-style pita baked daily. It operates on a fully plant-based menu to maintain kosher certification and highlight sustainability. The name reflects the fresh cilantro and parsley in their falafel.
The menu includes crispy falafel wraps, pita platters, hummus bowls, and a variety of vegetable-based sides and sauces. All packaging is compostable, and ingredients are locally sourced where possible.
The restaurant is open Sunday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday until 4 p.m. It is closed on Shabbat. Delivery is available via Uber Eats and DoorDash.
Locals have compared The Green Falafel to Winnipeg’s long-standing Falafel Place, praising its authentic Israeli flavors, while setting itself apart with its kosher and vegan commitment.
Menu and Values
The Green Falafel emphasizes fresh ingredients, eco-friendly practices, and local partnerships. The Maudis source produce from Manitoba farms and limit waste through sustainable operations. Everything is dairy-free and vegetarian.
Community Impact
The kosher, vegan format fills a gap left by the 2019 closure of another Israeli eatery in the city. Jewish community leaders welcomed the opening as a positive addition to Winnipeg’s Jewish and Zionist cultural life.
Owner Vision
Ariel Maudi stated his desire to bring a taste of Israel’s street-food tradition to Winnipeg while supporting kosher values, Zionist identity, and environmental responsibility.
Outlook
With falafel gaining popularity among Winnipeg’s Jewish, plant-based, and kosher diners, The Green Falafel has positioned itself as a local institution in the making. Its success may inspire further Israeli‑style kosher eateries in the city and strengthen Jewish culinary presence within the broader Canadian food scene.
This article is based on verified information from The Jewish Post & News, The Green Falafel official website, social media announcements, and local news sources.