Spice level warning — Falafel is not what I expected

I underestimated Falafel. The sweet and tangy description didn't prepare me for the reality. Medjool dates brings a heat or pungency that builds steadily rather than hitting upfront. By halfway through I was sweating but couldn't stop eating.

Shabbat and holiday meals follow religious traditions that shape the food served. The a Carmel Market street stall setting means locals eat this with ease while visitors like me reach for water. fresh orange juice cut through it better than water would have. Don't order the mild version out of caution — the full version is the point. I'd go back. Three stars only because I wasn't warned.