Because my friends and I were too hungry (and impatient) to scope out the gigantic and extensive menu, we all had the falafel sandwiches, and one of us had the minestrone soup. We didn't see hide nor hair of the owner, so that was a bit of a letdown.
The falafels were average - we all had had much better elsewhere (see "Sarah's Shawarma & Falafel", "Falafel World"). Even thought the falafel balls were "nuked", they still weren't hot. The minestrone soup was lukewarm and mediocre.
It was the first visit for all of us, so we did receive the free apple cake, and it was very good and much appreciated. Definitely a nice touch, but the disappointing food, and absence of the owner, kept this review at three stars. I may be back to sample other menu items.