Smiley's Cafe

Food was fresh, delicious, and fairly priced. Beware of the pickled jalapeños if you are sensitive to spicy food. Both their beef gyro and falafel were the best I’ve ever had. Please keep in mind that I don’t even like meat and I’ve been struggling with anorexia for decades. So it’s very difficult for me to eat anything unless it’s super fresh and extraordinarily tasty. This place is a true gem and treasure. Service was outstanding, The owner-host made us feel immediately welcomed and at ease. She let us customize our order and was very prompt with our food. She was very knowledgeable about the ingredients they use, as well. The seating area is small, but that is to be expected in this area. Overall, this was by far our favorite restaurant to visit in the Philly area.

I’ve lived in the area my entire life, and even though I’m not as frequent on Main Street as I used to be, Smiley’s is, and forever will be, a gem out of all the restaurants on the block! My family and I were thinking of this place recently and decided to pick up lunch, and the beef gyro platter and chocolate bliss smoothie were exactly as I remembered it 7 years ago when we first stopped by at their old location; flavorful, filling, and fresh (same with the beef gyro sandwich, but that’ll be for next time)! Both owners are lovely and always so kind, and asked my family how they were when picking up our order. Smiley’s holds a special place in my heart and next time in the area again, they’ll be seeing more of me soon.

This is a must-go in Manayunk. I was initially intimidated by the outside (it looks a little run-down). The food is excellent and affordable. The service cannot be beat. There is a small amount of seating inside but most people get takeout so there is usually space for small groups. Beware that the lemonade is more of a slushy (still delicious).

Was looking at homes in Manayunk and needed a quick bite to eat with my parents. Kitchen confirmed their chicken and beef are halal, which is good because a halal option is definitely needed in Manayunk! Hope at least one more comes around. Portions are generous, shawarma was decent, could be slightly more seasoned. Cashier and kitchen staff were very kind. Inside is more of a casual eat layout and a little small, but cute and cozy. Will definitely be back to try again!

The food was fantastic - some of the best falafel I’ve ever had. What really shines is the genuine warmth shown by the owners. Completely unprompted, they just gave us bottles of water so we had something to drink with our meal, then treated us to a (delicious) smoothie sample. They make you feel so at home and so comfortable here. I will DEFINITELY be back.