Only giving 3 stars because the place is too cold on winter! Not pleasant…read more But food is delicious, I love the hummus here Service is good

Came here on a Tuesday night, and it was pretty busy. Was in the mood for Mediterranean and found…read morethis place via Yelp and Google. Once you walk up the stairs and enter, the host sits you down. The outdoor dining which was covered, was dim but not too dark. Started off with the hummus ($11) which was really solid and they give fresh and warm pita along with seasoned olive oil dip. For my main, I got the chicken shish ($25) that was served with rice, salad and white sauce. The chicken was tender and well marinated and they give a good amount. I had to request the tzatziki sauce which was really good. My friend got the Shashlik ($32) which was the grilled steak and that was good as well. If you order drinks or bring your own alcoholic beverage, they give you nice table service with bucket of ice and cups. If you're in the mood for Mediterranean food or just want to lounge with good food with hookah, I highly recommend this spot. * BYOB * Parking on premise * tzatziki sauce upon request * Covered outdoor dining

As a vegan, I'm always really happy with the food choices. I haven't had a to-go salad that I…read morehaven't loved yet. I do wish that the beet and kale salad was always in stock tho because I'm slightly obsessed. I think it's awesome that they have so many options of the van leeuwan vegan ice cream as well because they are hard to come by. I really just love that I can walk in and find quick options of meals and snacks to walk out with, that are delicious and healthy. It's really a privilege to have this at my fingertips. Also... this place serves THE BEST turmeric latte I've ever had. It's so delicious, I don't think there will ever be a time that I go there and don't order it. Would def recommend this place for a quick in and out purchase.

Nice spot for a quick healthy meal. The food is pre-packaged so some people may not like that…read morehowever I find it makes the experience quick and efficient. The food is tasty and fresh. Also, super friendly staff, the guy who checked me out gave me extra points when I indicated I had eaten there before via DoorDash.

The desserts here are to die for!! It's my to go place a day before my birthday, also perfect for a…read moredate night I love that's BYOB I recommend the nachos and hummus Service it's great.

While the food here was good, the service was beyond disappointing. It felt like we were waiting…read morefor a very long time to order and even when staff did some by our table, they always appeared to be in a rush. I think the ambience is really interesting here, but its positives are ultimately overshadowed by how absolutely lackluster the service was.

Wow!!! This is a hidden gem. Place is casual and small so don't expect anything fancy but the food…read morequality is 10/10. Sometimes poke can taste fishy or just not fresh, but all the ingredients in my bowl were incredibly fresh. I believe it was the owner working when I grabbed take out and she was so kind and helpful. I will definitely be supporting this local business with more take out orders- super impressed with the food!

I was craving poke yesterday and found that this "Food for Life" does poke! After a rather…read moredisappointing recent experience at a poke shop in Fort Lee, I decided to give them a try and I was happy that I did! First, the name - I was wondering if this was a chain since I know one in Fort Lee, and a new one sprang up on 9W/Sylvan Ave. in Englewood Cliffs... and the lady told me they're all independently owned under same "theme/name." Ok, now that we got that out of the way... (asked nobody ever but still) THEY ARE BACK after closing for a month due to Coronavirus, now for a week. The owner lady told me people still think they're closed, so I wanna get the word out there to come SUPPORT your local business! PLACE - Bright and meticulously clean with well laid out menu items. Poke isn't on their circulated menu so took a picture with updated pricing. FOOD - I ordered Tuna poke and Spicy Salmon poke ($14 ea.) and I was not disappointed. There was a sushi chef on premise working with chunks of sashimi fish preparing orders. When I got home to eat, I noticed the fish was really fresh, with sensible usual poke toppings, and I love the fact that they actually use fresh chunks of salmon for their "Spicy Salmon" unlike many joints that cut corner by using the mashed up stuff with less fresh fish and fillers. They also veered towards light in terms of sriracha mayo and shoyu which preserved the taste just right, and I poured a bit of ponzu to suit my own taste. Portion was generous and came with a bowl of hot miso soup which was just perfect. Only minor feedback would be that rice was a bit blocky-cooler than I'd have liked so took wee bit more effort to eat together with the toppings... but not a big deal. With recent rise in delivery apps you might be tempted to (not even sure if they participate), but you know how they kill the restaurant's margin... So get off your butt and just go pick it up yourself... you need fresh air / groceries anyway right? :) Thank you for a delicious dinner and we'll be back.

One of my favorite cafes ever! in general I am not a fan of French toasts but I LOVE their…read moreblueberry mascarpone French toast, so delicious! I also tried their Lebanese coffee and the avocado toast and it's soo good! Service is very professional and polite. Beautiful ambiance, modern and cozy. The place has a classy cafe vibe with nice lighting and a cute outdoor seating.

I have driven throughout Edgewater for years and have not seen Madison Café and Grill. Thanks to…read moreYelp, my curiosity was piqued and I'm so glad that I visited. The restaurant has an interesting history. Even though the original opened in Cresskill, NJ, it unfortunately has permanently closed. However, not only is the Edgewater location amazing, but it had the guts to open during COVID (2022), survived, and is succeeding. The restaurant is beautiful inside and outside. Their decorations are tasteful, the presentation of the food is award winning, and the service is stellar. I started with a Mocha Cappuccino and it was so good. Served in a large mug, an airy/creamy top, and had the perfect amount of mocha happiness throughout. Before the meal even started, we were graciously given Za'atar (a popular Middle Eastern spice blend with an earthy, tangy, and nutty flavor, toasted sesame seeds, and sumac, with salt). It was crunchy, drizzled with oil, and I enjoyed how each thin pita bite made the spices explode all over the table. The entrees were: Strawberry French Toast. The next was the Falafel Platter (chickpeas and fava bean balls, served with tahini sauce, pickles, turnips, tomato, and mint). The last selection was the Avocado Toast (Citrus cured salmon over multigrain bread, tomatoes, onions, capers & citrus vinaigrette). Not only were all of these dishes beautifully presented, but all were filling, as well. My Avocado Toast kept me full for the rest of the day and the salmon was enjoyably salty, thin, and delicious. I noticed a dessert in their display case and ordered it. The dessert was the Riz Bil Ashta (Lebanese rice cream, infused with orange blossom water, blended with milk and cheese, and topped with crushed pistachios). This dessert tasted like a regal custard and the pistachios added an enjoyable texture that makes it recommended. Of course, I had to cap the meal with a Mocchiato. This amazing beverage followed the rest of the meal..... delicious, eyes closed good, and every sip was full-flavored. Thank you, Madison Café and Grill, for presenting a memorable meal and I wish you continued success.

Visited on 2/14 after hubby made reservation at the recommendation of a friend. The open table…read morereservation did not say that it is prix fixe menu for the night. We had high expectations but when the salad and the half of a deviled egg arrived I was honestly surprised. The presentation felt cheap and the portion was super small. The salad barely had any dressing. The main dish I got was lobster - good flavor but overcooked and rubbery. Tiny portion that left me wanting more food. Hubby had the steak, they did not give option how you would like it and it arrived medium/well done. The portions were so tiny I was still hungry, for the price I honestly wish we went to omakase instead. Oh. And they automatically add 25% service. Owner is very friendly and service was polite but for the price it felt like we got robbed. Not sure we'll be back, really wanted to like it but the only memorable thing was the music and ambience. I felt compelled to review because I really wanted the owners to see this and make changes. The potential is there but with many restaurants around, there simply wasn't anything special. Pls be transparent to your guests and include info about prix fixe menu on reservation next time, and perhaps give your guests more value for the money. $150 should at least be 4-5 course for the size that was provided.. I'm so sad that we didn't like it bc we live so close :(

Love the ambiance, the art, decor and vibe. The owner is there all the time and works hard to make…read moresure people have a good experience. The food was good. Nice menu options and good execution, for the most part. I got lamb and lobster. The lamb was well seasoned and lobster perfectly cooked. My husband had the same dish, but his was less successful than mine. Overall, I like the concept of this place with its upscale taste, and relaxed welcoming vibes. I would go there again.

Visited on a Friday from 6-7 PM. It was completely dead, but they mentioned a live band plays at 8…read morePM on weekends, which probably brings a great crowd because the interior ambiance and vibes are already beautiful. The Food: * Starters: The hummus and muhammara with pita were great. They also gave us bread with EVOO--it looked perfectly crusty on the outside and soft in the middle, and it tasted just as good as it looked! * Mains: I couldn't decide between lamb and salmon. The waiter suggested lamb, but I went with the salmon and it was the best decision. The citrus sauce on top was divine! Wish it came with rice instead of just veggies (though the veggies were tasty). The Service: The staff was friendly and service was good, but a heavy language barrier made it hard to understand the waiter, so he wasn't very helpful with menu questions. Overall, a great experience. I'd definitely come back later in the evening to catch the live music!

Mediterranean @ Edgewater, NJ, 3.5 stars…read more Decided to try the restaurant since it was 10 minutes walk from my sister's place. We had a dinner around 8pm on Friday but the restaurant was not busy at all. It appears it used to be a cuban restaurant but v the owner changed and became a Mediterranean. The menu was very simple and it was a BYBO. We told our server that we wanted to share every dishes. We really liked the hot crusty bread served with a spread and it also tasted good with babaganoush. The pita bread was stale and burnt which came out with the babaganoush. The beet goat cheese walnut was refreshing. The fried calamari was crispy and went well with tahini based sauce. The lamb shishi kebob was tasty but the portion was very small and it was chewy. There was too many overcooked carrots as a side. You coould park on the street or valet parking was available.

I've been here a few times now and really enjoy it! The cheeseburgers and chicken sandwiches are…read moredelicious. The burgers are juicy, nicely seasoned, and never overcooked. I really like their sauce too! The chicken sandwich is crispy, flavorful, and cooked just right. Fries are solid as well. The inside is cute, clean, and feels brand new, with a great selection of desserts and a pretty broad food menu overall for a dessert spot. It's nice to see a spot that offers such variety. Service has always been friendly and attentive, no complaints there! I tried the Dubai chocolate, which was really good, but the shakes (cookies & cream and s'mores) weren't my favorite. I had the cookies and cream shake twice and the smores once. My gf's sister had the chocolate shake. They all tasted more like ice cream with toppings, and the s'mores shake oddly had a strawberry flavor to it--maybe a machine mix-up. Luckily, my girlfriend likes strawberry, so it worked out! We all tasted the strawberry and thought it was strange. My gf's sister agreed the chocolate shake just tasted like ice cream blended with milk. The shakes could be better. I am a big burger and shake fan so that's a little disappointing. Overall, this place is great and definitely worth coming back to. I'll probably skip the shakes next time, but I'm looking forward to trying more of their desserts.

the food was good. service was good. i think the menu was overwhelming, they had a lot of different…read morethings to choose from. it was early lunch so i wasn't sure if i should try the waffles or go with the burgers. i ultimately decided on the burger. i need to return to try some other stuff on the menu.