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Westfield Today
By the People, for the People
New Middle Eastern Eatery Opens In Downtown Westfield
Dr. Falafel offers a take on the classic Middle Eastern fried-chickpea dish, shawarma, salads, and more.
Published on Mar. 5, 2026
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A new Middle Eastern restaurant, Dr. Falafel, has opened in Downtown Westfield, replacing the former Chutzpah Kitchen. The eatery offers a take on the classic Middle Eastern fried-chickpea dish, shawarma, as well as salads and other menu items.
Why it matters
The opening of Dr. Falafel adds a new dining option to Downtown Westfield, which has seen some turnover in recent years. The restaurant's focus on Middle Eastern cuisine provides more diversity in the local food scene.
The details
Dr. Falafel held a ribbon-cutting for its location at 138 East Broad St. The restaurant offers a take on the classic Middle Eastern fried-chickpea dish, shawarma, as well as salads and other menu items.
- Dr. Falafel opened in Downtown Westfield on March 5, 2026.
The players
Dr. Falafel
A new Middle Eastern restaurant that has opened in Downtown Westfield, replacing the former Chutzpah Kitchen.
The takeaway
The opening of Dr. Falafel adds a new dining option to Downtown Westfield, providing more diversity in the local food scene and potentially attracting new customers to the area.
