Absolutely a gem. We ordered a family platter that was huge and everything was a hit! Completely over served our party and everyone took some home. This is a hidden gem in Hoboken - always has been. read more

Came here for a quite early dinner as we were walking around Hoboken. This was a a rare Middle Eastern restaurant open as it was the end of Ramadan when we visited. In fact, we were the only people inside until another couple nicely showed up as we were on our way out. Hoboken's changed a lot during the years and decades. However, it's quite evident why Ali Baba's hung around for more than 40 years. It's all about the consistency. We ordered the Spinach Pie and Fried Halloumi Cheese as starters. Both tasted very well. I just added a pinch of the hot sauce to both and it added a perfect bounce to it. I stuck with the falafel sandwich for dinner so my fiancée could eat a chicken sandwich. It was a generous portion. So much so that the sandwich itself pretty much came apart so I had to eat it with a fork and knife. That's okay for me. I also added a little hot sauce to this for extra flavor, but the fixings are pretty standard. Anyhow, we got our satisfaction for Mediterranean food in the area. Can't ask for more. read more

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The food was top notch, loved the falafel and mint lemonade specially. Amazing quantity for the price! The service was super quick too. The ambiance was alright as well, calm and composed set up. read more

Ordered the tandoori chicken-- it arrived unusually fast, giving the impression it was pre-prepared--and the taste confirmed it. It lacked freshness and had a strange aftertaste. The rice was bland and uninspired for what one would expect from Middle Eastern cuisine. The decor was confusing, featuring an odd mix of elements: , a mural of the Egyptian pyramids, and random middle Eastern artifacts. Similarly, the menu lacked focus, appearing to represent a generic "Middle Eastern" theme rather than a specific country or cuisine. The service was the most unpleasant aspect of the experience. It felt rushed and unfriendly. For example, the waitress placed the check on our table without us requesting it and returned moments later to retrieve it--even though we were clearly mid-conversation. She offered dessert to the table next to us but never extended the same courtesy to us. Instead, it seemed like she just wanted us out of the restaurant as quickly as possible. Overall, this was a disappointing dining experience. read more

How do you begin to start a Review for probably the most delicious Mediterranean food I've had in the tri-state area. I would like to say in New York City, but this restaurant is located in Hoboken. It's walking distance from the pier. If I walking distance you enjoy 20 minute uphill walks and through college campuses (Stevens U). I loved walking to this place because it helped us feel better about the amount of food that we ordered when we arrived. The service was something to rave about. We had a young girl whose name I'm forgetting now but who was really knowledgeable about the menu and gave great recommendations as to what we should order. As our picture show we ordered the 40 thieves grill mix, the fresh squeezed mint lemonade, and the Arab spring. We ended with Turkish coffee which completed the meal in a beautiful way. Every single item that we ordered was so flavorful and so yummy. Would 100% go back to this establishment! read more

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I got exactly the dining experience I was looking for. The dishes combine good flavor, quality ingredients, and attractive arrangement. People at Ali Baba make visits fun through their kindness. I found the inside atmosphere surprisingly inviting. My time there was positive. read more

For the past two years I have been coming here all the time, at least once a week. Here's the full breakdown of my experience: 1. Service The owner will make you feel at home, very jovial and showcasing the classic middle-eastern hospitality I love. And not just with me, I see it ALL the time with everyone who comes in. You have questions about the menu? You have some concerns? Want to talk about the weather? Expect nothing less than a smile and nice conversation. 2. Food I only eat halal so I love coming in here to eat. Not only is the food yummy, but it is also very consistently yummy and you can always count on a satisfying meal. Personally, I'm a sucker for the entrées, which are VERY filling with the rice and salad. I've had just about every one now and always end up with a clean plate. Even the ones I did not have, like some of the lamb, I have had friends try and give great reviews. The sandwiches are also great, especially if you are looking for a smaller meal. I have also ordered some catering for large events, to which Ali Baba went above and beyond in providing every possible thing to make the catering superb. Overall, especially with the lack of Arabic inspired and halal food in Hoboken, Ali Baba has been like a second home to me. I always love speaking with the owner, and when I'm not, I know that he is in the back cooking up great meals. Highly highly highly recommend trying Ali Baba if you are in Hoboken!!! read more

Ali Baba - Mediterranean Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

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We've been to Ali Baba a few time different times over the years and the food always hits just right! The serving sizes are massive! My husband and I can easily share an appetizer and entree, but an entree each is too much! The staff is so sweet and kind! I prefer sitting outside versus inside. The outdoor area is adorable but the inside is pretty dark and not as appealing. Hoping for more warm weather to sit outside again! read more

Ali Baba - Mediterranean Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

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Awesome spot for casual Mediterranean food! Very large portion sizes and great value, all conveniently located in Hoboken We shared the 40 thieves mixed grill which was mort than enough for two people. The meats were perfectly cooked and deliciously flavored! We also had salad, rice and pita with dips which were all great! Service is friendly and quick. Definitely recommend for a casual date night or night out with friends. This spot would also probably be perfect for take out! read more

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Visited Ali baba restaurant recently, Absolutely Amazing, the warm hospitality is like no other. The food is amazing, made to order with the best quality ingredients. Your dish and every dish is prepared with perfection it's like your eating at your Mom's house. If you're looking to eat like home made food then this your place. Highly recommended, definitely will visit again. Thank you Alibaba. read more

After looking for an acceptable gyro place, my husband and I decided to try this place. We ordered delivery over the phone, but maybe next time would order online as we had to be handed off to another person who could take our order. Food was excellent. We shared the halloumi cheese starter and then enjoyed our beef gyro. Very delicious. Might try dining in next time. read more

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Food quality and service are great for the price range... love their garlic sauce. This spot is a regular on my rotation.

Very friendly atmosphere, great crispy falafel, hummus is very creamy, and tasty. I ordered my favorite dish; the kufta platter, with tabboula instead of rice. The kufta was tender and full of authentic Middle Eastern taste- parsley, mild spices and cooked well done to my liking. I went back last week and ordered the buffalo wings. Yummy. It was great. read more

The meze plates were nice, cool and refreshing. The lamb with thick and juicy. They're open later in the evening which is a plus when you're wandering Hoboken starving and looking for some tasty grub that ISN'T bar food! read more

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I've been coming here for a long time now, but this place seems to have changed over the past 6 months or so. They frequently get the order wrong now. I've given them many more chances than I would have if I wasn't a long time customer, but this has got to stop. They need to get the quality back because at this point this place is becoming below average. read more

I ordered for a second time, delivery as well. Food and service are excellent. Fast, delicious, high quality and abundant portions. Thank you so much for your service, it's important to have trusted places to eat nowadays. Great business. read more

Excellent experience! Came in for a work lunch and we're immediately greeted with so much kindness and hospitality by the owner and staff. Food was super delicious. Started with the mezze platter, which was amazing. Crispiest, most flavorful falafel, great dips. We ordered lamb kebab dishes, and the lamb was perfectly juicy and tender. Lemon mint juice, Arabic coffee and baklava were amazing. 10/10 will come back! read more

Love the food here. A real mom and pop owned place with authentic food. I like getting the mixed grill and it's enough for me, my husband, and son with a little leftover. read more

I would give this place 3.5/5 stars. The staff is very friendly and it seems like a very homely restaurant. We ordered the Sahara Chicken and the Falafel platter. However, the food came out way too fast and after tasting it, I started to doubt how fresh it was. The falafel was very tasty, but the hummus on the platter was very sour and didn't taste right. The salad also was kinda sour, they just put a lot of lemon over it and The pita was also chewy and not fresh. The rice with the Sahara chicken was very fragrant and the chicken was very flavorful. The baklava was amazing! They had an extensive dessert menu and as someone who has grown up in Abu Dhabi, I loved that. read more

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I got the Garlic Chicken Entree because it was recommended to me and enjoyed it very much! It came in a huge rectangular platter with rice, grilled onions, and salad. Salad comes with the standard iceberg lettuce (I think?) and purple lettuce, with red onions, olives, tomatoes, with a respectable little block of feta cheese. The chicken was not bad, and it came with some sauces (garlic, takiti -idk if I spelled that correctly- and barbecue sauce). The star of the dish was the rice! So fragrant, delicious, and a bit sweet. But the thing that I absolutely LOVED from this place was the pita bread. We got the Baba Ganush and it came with warm, soft, chewy pita bread. It was so so so good. We tried to get the pita bread we couldn't finish and I accidentally dropped it :( Prices are satisfactory, but I think it's a bit expensive for Middle Eastern/Turkish food. 4/5 delicious food, but a bit pricey. read more

Ali Baba - Mediterranean Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

My BF said this is one of the best lamb gyro's he has ever has in his life! The hummus and grape leaves also delicious. Ibrahim is very friendly and welcoming. Cute, cozy, intimate. Perfect for a date. read more

Ali Baba - Stuffed Grape Leaves, Hummus, Grilled Feta Cheese in a Pita Hoboken - Mediterranean Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

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I ventured out to Hoboken to visit one of my besties and we decided to visit Ali Baba. Neither of us has been there before so we were eager to give it a try. This spot is BYOB too so that definitely didn't hurt. We walked in - no reservation needed - and treated ourselves to the vino we brought (thanks, Mel!). Our waitress brought out complimentary pita and dip. We wanted to try a few things so we settled on sharing the 40 Thieves Mix Grill (grilled chicken, lamb kabob, beef gyro, kufta, rice) which was a very decent amount of food and super flavorful. I am not a big lamb person, but I did like the way it was prepared here so I made the exception. We had a ton of leftovers which I can appreciate, too. I may have seen my friend sneak a little snacky from these later in the night lol The overall ambiance was casual and I could see this being a good take out place. One weird thing that I wasn't expecting - we asked for water and just assumed they'd bring us glasses of it, but we instead were brought Poland Spring bottles which we were obviously charged for later on. If we had known they'd charge us for bottles of water, we would have just brought our own. May be something to keep in mind if you plan on coming here. Bring your own alcoholic beverages, but bring something to hydrate with too. read more

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What a gem in Hoboken! I'm so happy to have stumbled across this place. The portion sizes are great, price is more than reasonable, and food is absolutely amazing. There's plenty of outdoor seating over a fancy artificial turf with overlying patio lights. The complimentary pita bread was served warm and toasty. We finished the whole basket in minutes. The hummus and baba ganoush were the freshest I've ever eaten. The hummus had a refreshing lemony tang to it which was the perfect appetizer in a breezy summer day. My boyfriend and I got the 40 Thief Grill and was blown away by how delicious every piece of meat and vegetable is. The steak and lamb kabobs were so well seasoned and so juicy! Every bite of the lamb kofta was heavenly with the aroma of a million spices. The roasted tomatoes and onions were also a refreshing, sweet contrast to the grilled meats. Service here is above and beyond. We had a rather large group and the owner immediately brought out another table and chair to accommodate all of us. The server was also friendly and offered great recommendations. My friends absolutely loved their dishes. The owner was also very welcoming and let us try the pistachio baklava, a dessert I most highly recommend by the way. The layer of sweet crunchy pistachio topped with buttery crust is so addicting. I will definitely be back! Can't wait to enjoy great food again in the perfect location. read more

Ali Baba - Rice that comes with The 40 Thieves Grill Mix - Mediterranean Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

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We had a delicious, filling dinner last night! The two of us shared the 40 Thieves Mixed Grill. Had we know that it came with so much food we would not have ordered the Mediterranean salad. The salad in my opinion was the weakest dish of the evening. No real flavor. The mixed frill was tasty and plentiful. The beef gyro was especially tasty. We also ordered a side of lebneh. Service was friendly. Ask for their special hot sauce and garlic sauce. Soooo delicious! read more

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stopped here with my girlfriend who lives in Hoboken as we love trying new places in Hoboken. the food was terrible and overpriced and the atmosphere even worse. read more

I. Love. This. Place! This is the best restaurant I've been to in all of Hoboken thus far. My boyfriend said he feels like he's died, gone to heaven and was greeted by 70 virgins at heaven's gates. The 40 thieves grill mix is so delicious and perfect for 2! Great variety of flavorful meats, vegetables, rice and hummus. The tabouleh is so fresh and compliments the spices of the meat so well. I loved the Turkish coffee and harissa honey cake. If you love a robust coffee with a warm and moist cake I highly suggest you try this sinful combination. The service is always quick, the people here are great and the food is consistently killer. I will be an Ali Baba customer till the end of time. read more

Ali Baba - The 40 Thieves Grill Mix - Mediterranean Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

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Amazing food. Free hummus and baba ganoush starters with Pita bread. We got the vegetarian platter and 40 thieves grill and the rice was great, the meat was cooked extremely well and the food actually came very quickly. Also, best falafels I've had. The service was also great. Very friendly waiters. read more

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very awesome, nice place definitely go back place. ambiance the food the representation everything good we enjoyed it.

Great middle eastern place with tasty meats. Have gotten the 40thieves platter a few times and have always been stuffed. The beef gyro is especially my favorite... packed with beef and veggies. The hot sauce is great. read more

Ali Baba - Beef Gyro Sandwich, Homemade Yellow Rice - Mediterranean Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

food was really good and also the derive! the waiter was really good in suggesting us also that we ordered too much!! good quality/ price ratio read more

Definitely a hidden gem! Beauitful, spacious outdoor seating. Their service was on point. As a vegetarian, I ordered their grand combo and was able to easily substitute certain items from the combo for falafels/ babaganoush. Would highly recommend their freshly baked baklava. Initially ordered one between me and my husband, and ended up ordering two more Will definitely be coming back here! read more

Ali Baba - Baklava with Pistachios - Mediterranean Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

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My boyfriend and I came here for a meal and it was fantastic! We had the 40 thieves mixed grill and everything was so delicious. It also comes with rice, hummus and baba ghanoush which were both fantastic! We were also going to get the grape leaves which they forgot but it was all good because we were so excited about the mixed grill and were less full for it! They were super apologetic about forgetting the grape leaves which didn't even end up being an issue for the two of us. Not only was the food delicious but the service was amazing! They were all so genuinely kind we will definitely be back! read more

Decided to check this place out after hearing good things and I was pleasantly impressed. I got the lamb kabob entree for dinner and it was delicious. The meat was seasoned so well and the white sauce that came along with it was a great compliment to the lamb's flavors. Just one downside was that I felt the entree came with too much rice and not enough meat. Overall I'm happy with my experience. read more

Ali Baba - Lamb Kabob - Mediterranean Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

My friend recommended me this spot for some good Mediterranean food last week so I wanted to check it out. Due to COVID-19, we preferred ordering in, so I can't comment on the cleanliness the place is maintaining or the safety measures they're taking, but I can certainly comment on the food. So, here goes. Now, before I start let me mention this - Mediterranean has never been one of my favorite cuisines because I'm mostly left wanting more flavor in my food but this place definitely was an exception! The food is so flavorful, we loved it! We ordered a beef gyro, Arab Spring hicken, moussaka, stuffed grape leaves, and hareesa honey cake for dessert. Out of these dishes, the beef gyro was my favorite. The meat was so tender and juicy and the tahini sauce added the perfect flavor to it. The moussaka was great too - it had layers of potato, beef, and eggplant along with some cheese and bechamel sauce, all of this will certainly create a flavor bomb in your mouth, so do try this dish out! In the Arab Spring Chicken dish, I felt they could add more chicken pieces. Also the flavor was on the milder side, not my preference usually. It was the first time I was trying the hareesa honey cake and I quite liked it. I think it's made from semolina and then dipped in honey and topped with almonds. Since semolina soaks all the liquid you give it, it creates a really gooey-moist cake. So thumbs up for that too! All in all, a very nice place if you're in the mood for some good Mediterranean food! read more

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Great quality & Authentic! You get great packaging, portions and quality when you order for takeout too.

Just went with a group this weekend - the food was fabulous, the service great and what a wonderful small local ambiance - you know the owner and servers wanted to make your experience great. Highly recommended for eatin or takeout (maybe they deliver?). . read more

Wow, now that's what I call extraordinary! The food was beyond amazing, an absolute explosion of flavors! You guys really nailed it!

We had heard good things about this place but only for takeout food and I understand why. I really want to like this place but I was very disappointed in the service and the staff, also how they handled Saturday night dinner rush. They only had one server for the entire restaurant, there seem to have been another server but that person was very spotty. I didn't really see them a lot. They forgot to give silverware, the food came out very cold and needed to put a reminders to even provide basic things. The seating was very uncomfortable and the overall experience was just not that good. This place is not worth the hype, unless you're doing takeout and then I guess it is OK. read more

Ali Baba - Mediterranean Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

I'm not really sure how someone could make a kebab both undercooked and dry at the same time but this place managed to do it. Smells great but all of that greatness goes away when I actually start eating it. These aren't even really edible they're so undercooked. Unfortunate. read more

Ali Baba - Raw lamb kebab. - Mediterranean Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Amazing food. Beef Gyros is probably one of their signature dishes. Highly recommend! read more

Ali Baba - Beef gyros - Mediterranean Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey