The Cheeky Pea was established in 2013 by Tal and Shay Maginelle a wife-and- husbandteam bringing their heritage to life through a fresh and delicious mix of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean-inspired dishes.

"When we moved to Kingston, finding a healthy lunch option was a real struggle  especially authentic hummus and falafels like the ones we grew up with and loved back home. So, we decided to do something about it.

Our dream was simple: to create a home for hummus and falafel lovers just like us. A place that would bring Kingston’s community together, connect strangers, and spread happiness — all powered by chickpeas.

For over 13 years, we’ve been proud to serve our community and build a loyal following of hummus lovers who continue to inspire everything we do. More than a restaurant, The Cheeky Pea has become a gathering place for friends, families, students, and neighbours who share a love for fresh, healthy, homemade food.

Our food is rooted in rich family traditions while embracing modern flavours that celebrate culture, comfort, and connection. Every dish is made with care, using wholesome ingredients designed to make your lunch break brighter, healthier, and more satisfying.

Today, The Cheeky Pea is known for its homemade, fresh, healthy, and delicious food. Alongside our mobile trailer, we cater for all kinds of private events - but our favourites will always be the local school fairs, where we get to see a new generation of kids choosing fresh falafels over boring BBQ food. Sharing healthy hummus with the community is still at the heart of everything we do.

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We were honoured to win Best Independent Food & Drink Business at the KBBA Awards 2026 — a reflection of our dedication to quality, community, and flavour.

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Beyond food, we’re proud advocates for autism and special needs awareness, supporting inclusivity and celebrating every individual.

At The Cheeky Pea, we believe great food should do more than fill you up - it should lift you up.

From our family to yours, thank you for being part of our journey.