Bon Appetit Cafe - Village of Colonie

This is a hidden gem, nestled inside what is clearly an office building you would usually visit to see a dentist or an insurance company. There, tucked into a space that was probably once a gift shop, is a delightfully cozy and eclectic grill run by a kind couple. The falafels are the size of cake donuts. The gyros are delicious, with fresh tzatziki sauce, fresh made hummus, great veggies. The baklava came in paired triangles of heaven. Hand-cut french fries, regular specials, and very reasonable prices make the brief wait absolutely worthwhile. Sure, there 's no real sign outside. Sure, parking is a huge rando lot, and you almost feel like you are plunging into a 90s corporate labyrinth as you walk into the building. If you show up at noon, rather than 11, you are going to stand there, waiting with the rest of the building 's lunch rush, contemplating why there is a statuette of Horus next to a statuette of Mary? You are going to forget all of that as you luxuriate in the flavors of those fries, as you savor that baklava, as you tuck into that gyro. You 're going to instead ask why you never came here before and when are you coming back.

The owners are some of the friendliest people you'll meet. Food is incredible, prices are super reasonable. 100% recommend the Roasted Red Pepper Hummus and Pita... best hummus in the area by far.

This food is INCREDIBLE and you can tell it’s made with love. Super authentic and fresh. The pricing is amazing- you can’t get this quality of food for this price anywhere else. Hummus and pita was the best I’ve ever had. Also the owners are super sweet. He gave me a free muffin just because! I will definitely be back 10/10!!!

Awesome experience! Hands down the BEST falafel in the capital region. Kind and friendly service with generous portions at a great price. Can’t think of anything that would make this place better. Excited to be back again soon!

We just stopped here on our way home. So so good. The couple who made the food basically from scratch in front of us were lovely. The falafel were mixed and made as we waited! Light flavorful and delicious. The babaganoush was like none I have ever tasted spicy! The fries are not to be missed I rarely eat fries and when I do I use ketchup. None needed. We also had the beef grape leaves (very good per my 17 yo) my 18 and 14 demolished the falafel platters and the fresh salad underneath. Also had the turkey club. Solid. So glad we stopped!