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BackBreaker t1_iudxg7w wrote

Mamoun’s in New Haven is what you seek.

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marshalltownusa t1_iuf1ajk wrote

Was going to say this but I honestly don’t know if it’s unapologetically authentic. Also I gotta say that the quality there varies WILDLY from visit to visit, for me at least.

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sepia5 t1_iug0wvq wrote

I don't understand the love for Mamoun's. I've lived in New Haven for 15 years and have tried it a few times. It's always been terrible. They use ReaLemon, for goodness sake! I don't even like it when I'm drunk! In the New Haven area, the Turkish places in West Haven are solid (Suray and Turkish Kebab House). Too bad Bab Al Salam in Orange closed, it was excellent. One of the cooks there opened Westville Emesa in New Haven. It's not bad for things like shawarma. Avoid Mamoun's! If you want good falafel, drive to Hartford and get one from Tangiers International, and order it spicy.

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Relevant_Link_ t1_iuhmmvt wrote

> Tangiers International

When I lived in Hartford that was my go-to spot. It is great. Never ordered it spicy though...might have to drive back through and pick some up next time.

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cardinals5 t1_iuioybz wrote

>the Turkish places in West Haven are solid (Suray and Turkish Kebab House).

I will be so happy when the Kebab House reopens. They got me through many a long night at UNH.

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