Amazing service, delicious food, beautiful atmosphere! They serve authentic Middle Eastern food and…read morethe ambience makes you feel like you are in Palestine. Highly recommend you try!

5 Stars - The best hummus and mint lemonade in Jersey!…read more If you are in Paterson, Al-Basha is an absolute must. We had an incredible spread, but let's talk about that Signature Mint Lemonade first. It's iconic for a reason, bright green, perfectly frozen/blended, and so refreshing that it balances out the rich meal perfectly. We ordered the Falafel Platter, and you can tell they do it the right way here. The falafel was crispy on the outside, light and green on the inside, and not oily at all. When you pair it with their Hummus (which is hands down the creamiest I've ever had, especially with the warm meat and pine nuts on top), it's perfection. The Mix Mashawi (grill platter) was also fantastic, tender lamb and chicken that actually tasted like they came off a real charcoal grill. Great portions, authentic vibes, and the service was super welcoming. I'll be craving that mint drink until I come back!

We came here for Sunday lunch. It seemed to be a new Turkish restaurant, very pretty inside with…read moremodern interior, beautiful arts and decors, and a small bar area. We got a table right away. The menu had a variety of dishes like appetizers, soups, gyro, kebabs, pasta, pizzas, seafood, wraps and sandwiches. In drinks section, they had the Turkish coffee and tea. We started with their complementary bread, so fluffy and light, we pretty ate the whole thing before any of our dishes came. I ordered my favorite fried liver cubes from the hot apps section, and it was fantastic. It was full of flavor, perfectly sized cubes and properly fried. Tasted so good with the complimentary bread (we requested a second one). For entree we ordered the Mix Grill and Karisik Izgara as it was a perfectly sharable dish for two and we got to try 5 of their kebabs that are lamb shish, ground lamb, chicken shish, ground chicken and grilled meat patties. Both ground kebabs were excellent, full of flavors. The shish and patties were also good. We got the margarita pizza too, but that one was disappointed, seemed like some sauce was just thrown on top of the cheese and wasn't baked long enough. Our server was really friendly. She always stayed on top of things. Our dishes came out in quick time, it was impressive. Despite the shortcoming of the pizza, which is not usually a Turkish dish, I was thoroughly impressed by the actually Turkish dishes, like liver cubes and kebabs. I'll for sure visit them again whenever I feel like having kebabs next time

Our appetizers and the puffy bread that came with it were delicious. Naturally, we were excited for…read moreour entrees to arrive. After they did, however, I was not very thrilled. We had to ask twice for our rice we ordered for entrees to be brought out because our server forgot. Fine, that happens. But what really threw me off was when I questioned if the mold in my cheese was normal, the server assured me it was naturally occurring for the flavor. I felt gaslit because I have never had Parmesan with such questionable green growth on it for consumption in any restaurant in my entire life. The server said if it bothered me, he'd bring out fresh shavings with no mold. I have left pictures so you can be the judge of this. Aside from my minor issue with the cheese, the ambiance of the restaurant was nice and there's plenty of choices for meat and non-meat eaters alike

food was exceptional. vibes were high. Service was awesome! highly recommend !!!!…read more Get the Lebbne!

We had a magnificent lunch at Mado on River Edge, New Jersey to celebrate my friend's 60th…read morebirthday. The interior of this restaurant is beautiful. Our server was attentive to all of our needs. We realized that they have lunch specials for $22 each in which you receive a Shepard's salad, an appetizer and a main course with a drink and delicious bread. There were many different options to choose from, but I decided upon the Shepard's salad, stuffed grape leaves and the chicken kebab with rice. We were served an absolute ton of delicious savory food. The chicken was perfectly seasoned! We ended up having a birthday tartufo with sparklers on top to celebrate my friend's birthday. It was a great lunch and I would highly recommend going to Mado's particularly at lunchtime for their $22 special.

If there's one thing NAYA needs to improve on, it's to open more locations in NJ!!! The Montvale…read morelocation isn't too far of a drive for me, but I would love it if there was one even closer... I've been coming here frequently for the past two months and I'm officially addicted! If you're looking for a healthy and delicious meal... NAYA will not disappoint. It's a fast-casual franchise inspired by Lebanese/Middle Eastern cuisine. The menu is straightforward and follows the typical "build your own" food model. You can create your own bowl, pita roll, or salad. Then you add your bases, proteins, toppings, and sauces. The toppings are UNLIMITED, so go off!!! Plus, they give you free pita bread! They also have a small selection of hot & cold appetizers, desserts, and drinks. The prices are reasonable and they give you a generous amount of food. Depending on how hangry I am, I can usually split my food into two meals. My go-to order is the Naya bowl. I highly recommend trying these: *Chicken Shawarma (roasted strips of marinated chicken) - One of my favorite proteins! It's tangy and garlicky. *Falafel (fried chickpea croquette with herbs and spices) - They're super crispy and deep fried to perfection with a golden-brown exterior. The inside is a vibrant green color from all of the fresh herbs, spices, and grounded chickpeas. *Beef Shawarma - Tender, juicy, and savory! *Baba Ghannouj - A must try for eggplant lovers!! It's smoky with rich flavors from charred eggplant, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice. *Hummus - It's creamy, nutty, and earthy. All of the ingredients and toppings are fresh. Every bite is a burst of flavor! The staff is always friendly and packs my bowl to the brim, so I can't complain. They get busy during lunch rush hours, but you can order ahead to avoid a longer wait time. The interior is bright, modern, and welcoming with natural lighting and greenery. There's a good amount of seating. Add NAYA to your rotation of fast-casual healthy eateries!

Overall, not bad -- but definitely not their best. I've eaten at different locations before, and…read moreover time I've noticed changes in both packaging and food quality. This time I ordered a rice bowl with shawarma. The shawarma itself looked very odd -- almost like jerky in texture -- though it wasn't hard to chew. I got it with the green and red sauces, hummus, and garlic whip. Flavor-wise it was okay, but the presentation was sloppy by the time it arrived. The bowl looked like a complete mess, and I couldn't even tell what was what. This was an Uber Eats order, and I've ordered through Uber plenty of times without issues, but this one was definitely a miss.

I've been here several times and I love it! This will transport you to Morocco without the plane…read moreticket. The ambiance is truly incredible as it's filled with Moroccan furniture, artwork, rugs, pillows and light fixtures. Highly recommend going on a Friday or Saturday around 7-7:30pm. Their belly dancing show is around 8 and does charge a $3 fee. Bring cash to tip the dancer! It's a great experience while you enjoy your dinner. It is a prefix on the weekend, but SO worth it. The only option you can choose it the main which are choices of lamb, chicken or fish for your party. Pictured I posted are the dishes that were included with the prefix. They have hookah for extra charge. I would suggest making reservations as this place does get booked up. Highly recommend! Definitely go with friends or family. I assure you that everyone's going to have a great time!

We took our Dad here to celebrate his birthday. He absolutely loved it. The atmosphere transported…read moreus to Morocco. The service was superb and the food was BOMB! We were stuffed! We will certainly be back .

Very good overall…read more Had the steak dish(can't remember name!)portion was a little small, but it was delicious. Good mocktails!

Food is delicious, everything is so flavorful and tasty!!! We got the filet mignon and a salad of…read morethe day! For drinks we tried the hibiscus tea and one drink that I forgot the name ... ambience is cozy and welcoming, the server was attentive and good on recommendations. Just the waiting time is a little longer, so if you go, just relax and enjoy.

Solid Mediterranean restaurant. I was with a very large group and they handled it very well…read more Service was good. The young woman taking care of our section was kept extremely busy but she did a great job. I had the chicken Caesar salad. The grilled chicken was served on the side & the salad could have used a little more dressing, but it was huge. The place was very busy at lunchtime on a Thursday, so the locals have definitely embraced this place. I will be back.

Food inconsistent lately when delivered by Door Dash…read more Vegetarian ratatouille had been excellent (although tomato sauce a bit saltier than I like) most of the times I've ordered it. The most recent time, it looked and tasted defrosted and re-heated. I threw most of it out. Unacceptable at any price point, but especially unacceptable at the price they charge. Zucchini pancakes inconsistent as well. My favorite menu item. Usually comes topped with a small amount of yogurt, but one time, it was swimming in yogurt (did someone's hand slip when adding the yogurt?) Falafel I could live without, since it's priced much higher than falafel I order elsewhere and not as good a recipe. Maybe I'd order it again if they'd offer it for a lower price without fries. Grape leaves has been reliably excellent. Babaganouj and avoganouj have been consistently good. Labneh has been inconsistent; can't quite figure out why I sometimes love it and sometimes not. If they want to keep my business, the food needs to be consistently freshly prepared.

My first and only encounter with El Turco was a delivery meal and we had few complaints. Everything…read morewas well-packaged and tasted restaurant-fresh. The baba ghanoush was everything I love in a good eggplant dip and was a definite win in our book - seasoned, textured, and slightly smokey. We intuited this would be delicious by getting two containers of it, and this turned out to be a great life choice. Chicken adana is a fan favorite in our house, and it's done pretty well here. They're like elongated loaves of marinated and spiced ground chicken, and delicious with rice and a dollop of yogurt sauce. We preferred these over the chicken kebab, which were just as flavorful but quite a bit drier. Both entrees were served with a grilled tomato and pepper, which were still warm and charred from the grill. They also came with small side salads, with lightly dressed and slightly wilted greens. My husband appreciated the extra veggies with our meal, but I far preferred the warm and soft pita rounds.

Really wanted the food from here without having to leave home and so I put in a DoorDash order. I…read moregot an app of cheese borak, an order of chicken and lamb Adana. Borek was still very crispy and flaking when received, delicious. The meats were fantastic as always over top of their wonderful rice with a side of fluffy pita and crisp salad, chef's kiss. Excellent spot and great staff.

This is a cute place. The big problem is service. It just takes too long for food to come out…read more When we got our food, the Kazan chicken was lukewarm and the dish is shallow. The fish kebab was piping hot and tasty. They spread the veggies and carrots out so thinly that there wasn't much. The waitress was lovely. The other reviews about service is very accurate. Hopefully they will fix that.

Uzbek food is like East meets West, an amalgam of Turkish and Middle Eastern, Russian, and South…read moreAsian/Indian influences. So if you like any of those foods, you'll enjoy the cuisine. Along with familiar items like kebabs, hummus/baba ganoush, and lamb chops, I urge you to try the pelmeni/chochvera/manti (various types of dumplings) and the traditional dishes. We found everything to be delicious, and add this to our growing list of favorites eateries in Boonton!

Amazing food and incredibly friendly people! We've been coming here for years and the food has…read morebeen consistently top notch! This little, unassuming gem is not to be missed. Our favorite dish is the lamb kebab combo which comes with rice, hummus, baba ghanouj, salad and pita in generous portions. They also have a little shop with authentic goodies and treats. Whether you're just passing by or you live in the area and haven't yet stopped in, this is a place you don't want to miss!

Where do I start? As soon as I enter , it was like walking into a Lebanese grocery store with a…read morerestaurant inside. The owner Simon was very accommodating , lovely, and made me feel like family. As soon as I finished ordering , he offered me a free side. The spicy mushroom side was so delicious! I also noticed he greeted all people coming in with kindness, charisma and free samples, which I loved. I sat down and waited for my food to come out. I got up to ask if they have any hot tea, he said yes and recommended the cardamom tea . The tea was perfect beautiful delicious! Never had cardamom tea before. I came from New York on a day trip and stumbled upon a true gem. I never had Lebanese food before and I am so glad I came here. I was treated like an actual princess. Food was so flavorful , delicious, full of love and flavors!!! The falafel was crunchy and so so so so good. Everything on the table was fresh!!! Simon would come to my table and give me free samples of their desserts. I was just so overjoyed with the whole experience! I couldn't leave without buying hummus and a seven bean salad as well as some cookies. The restaurant was beautiful and filled with life and colors. Thank you Simon for having me , you are amazing and your team is too! I will definitely be back and I recommend everyone from all parts of the globe to come here.