YAFO Kitchen

If I lived in Charlotte, I think I would eat here everyday. I was visiting the city for a work trip and my colleague and I grabbed a late lunch here on a Tuesday. The concept is similar to Chipotle and CAVA, but I liked the options a bit more. I built my own bowl, and went with the shawarma chicken as my meat, which was tender and juicy. All of the veggies were fresh, and the sauces are fun and flavorful (especially the Green Schug). The service was fast and friendly, and while we were some of the only ones eating in, they were consistently cranking out online takeaway orders. I couldn't finish my bowl in one sitting, but this made excellent leftovers later on that evening. The team even gave me some extra sauce to-go. I would love for YAFO to expand to the Nashville area, pretty please!!

hey. so yafo kinda has a cult following and lets be honest, I think im the newest member. This place slaps. I got a bowl, quinoa, and essentially every topping. I had a side of the mac and cheese. Heres the thing, the food was DECADENT. Lucious, beautiful, smokey, powerful, rich, tangy. what a BOWL. It was insane. So so so good. My one small qualm: the bowl is so shallow. Dont get me wrong its a lot of food but I felt like I ate the toppings and had only quinoa leftover. There was no room to mix. My tactic for next time is to dump it into a bigger bowl to mix and get the ratios better.And the mac and cheese deserves a shout out of its own. So creamy and luxurious. Truly might be one of the best mac and cheese ive ever had. The breadcrumbs toasted on top added nice texture. the choice of the big shells allowed for the perfect pockets of cheese and flavor to be encapsulated in each bite.She is kinda expensive tho... so its kinda a treat. Will 100% be coming back.

Over the years Yafo has become one of our staples in the neighborhood and it's always good food. You can get a dinner for under $20 and honestly I always have left overs so it's even more affordable. The food tastes fresh and the customer service has been great. I always went with the stuffed avocado bowl but yesterday I put together my own bowl and added fresh falafel! Omg it was soo good. We mix it up between take out and sit down! In the cold winter months we like to get cozy at home with our food but on a nice day, getting a bowl at the location in plaza and then go local shopping around the neighborhood is also fun! If you haven't tried it, this is your sign! Oh by the way their signature bowls start at $11! Such a good deal!

Signs describe the surrounding neighborhood as "historic", which in this case means that it is rather difficult to drive or park in due to the small roads. I found some space a block behind the restaurant. The entrance was a bit confusing, but once I figured out that I needed to bear left to find the beginning of the line, I was treated to a quick fast casual build a bowl experience with great options. Greens as well as grains were available to start, and their kale with colorful shredded vegetables mixed in was a worthy choice. There were plenty of vegetable toppings, including even grape leaves, and I was treated to a colorful arrangement. Their falafel was tasty and dusted with extra salt, but still not overwhelmingly salty. The hot sauce and bread that came on the side were excellent enhancements to the flavor of what was already a pretty dynamic bowl.They had a lot of fountain drinks and I might have gotten some if I hadn't overloaded with other beverages. It's not a cheap bowl, but the quality is there and until I actually try such a cafe in Israel, I can only hope this is the sort of food I'd find there.

Yafo never lets me down. The food is always delicious and fresh. This was my first time trying the Kibbeh Pita Tacos and it will not be my last. They were sooo good! The portion size filled me up before even touching my side of hummus. Also, be sure to have your hummus dressed up and garnished. You'll thank me later!The tacos will take a bit longer to prepare than the food that's already prepared. They are so good and worth the wait. The staff is also very friendly and helpful. If you have any questions or need suggestions, they're your go-to. Parking can be a bit tight but you also can park at the apartment complex next door inside and in their garage in designated retail parking spots. Also, the music inside can be a bit loud so just be prepared for that ahead of time.

Parking? Horribly limited and very tight spaces. Customer service? Great! They're very friendly.Food? Delicious. Give them a try. It's best to place an order and pick up in the 15 min parking spaces because otherwise there is shared street parking between several other restaurants.

Stop what you're doing and go here for food !!! The food tasted so fresh and was a decent portion for what you are paying. The ambiance was clean and the staff was super friendly. I got the rotisserie chicken with garlic potatoes and mac and cheese. GET IT. My husband got a build your own bowl (not pictured)- we loved it so much we went the next day and got some more items on the menu. SO GOOD

YAFO is still one of my favorite places to eat in Charlotte. Now that they've expanded locations, it's even easier to get the Yafo I love without trekking to South. The ambiance is rustic and casual, with indoor and outdoor seating options. The service is always prompt, keeping the line from being too long, even during peak times. Their food is incredibly fresh. Their scratch kitchen commitment is evident in every bite. I love their lamb and falafel and get it in their bowl as it allows me to enjoy all the layers of flavor the best. I get a side with half brussels sprouts and half mac and cheese or half mac and cheese and half potato wedges. All three sides are delicious, but the mac and cheese is the show-stopper for me. The Greek yogurt is the perfect complement to the creamy cheese sauce. Yafo is one of the most consistently perfect, fast casual dining experiences in Charlotte and beats out chain options like Cava every time.

Yafo has become one of my favorite lunch spots. They offer a variety of vegetables, cold & warm. They gave a delicious macaroni and cheese dish. The staff were very friendly and welcoming upon entry. You have the option to make a rice bowl or pita. They give a lot of food for a great price. Parking can be a struggle because of the area but it's worth it. I left feeling full and healthy.

I forgot how good YAFO is. I have had the chicken pita tacos twice in two weeks. The quality and value is appropriate and appreciated. I have ordered online each time with timeliness of order readiness and accuracy. The staff is also attentive and kind when picking up the order. The restaurant space is clean and open without harsh lighting.