I. Atmosphere (4/5) - Space is small and intimate. Warm with good seating options - can probably…read moreaccommodate up to 8 if needed. It's a mom & pop shop so nothing super fancy, but well-kept. 2. Food (4/5) Babagannoush (APP, 5/5) - TAKE. MY. MONEY! Man I love me some good baba and this was exceptional. Velvety with great mouth feel and lovely smokiness this was so good w/ their table bread Turkish Ravioli (Manti) (APP, 3/5) - Chewy little nuggets w. yogurt filling, it was pretty enjoyable though my colleague gave ma "Meh" since she makes them at home and probably has high bar. It was good for maybe the first 3 or 4, so perhaps better ordered for larger groups. Shepherd Salad (APP, 4/5) - Fresh, bright(as in vinegar), and herbaceous, we added feta cheese to it and it was perfect balance to our entree. Kofte Kebab (MAIN, 4/5) - Not too dry with packed flavor of all the herbs & beef, I really enjoyed my dish. Went great with all the other accouterments such as slightly cinged wedge of tomato and onion slices, all frolicking on a bed of warm rice that had a nice bite. Adana Kebap (MAIN, 4/5) - My colleague had this one, and I tried a piece. It was juicy and had no hint of gaminess which is always a plus for lamb. 3. Service (3/5) - This being a mom & pop store, I think they're short on staff. Usually they're all in the back cooking, so you do need to be a bit patient to flag someone down. But I'm sure they're more attentive during busy hours. (We went during weekday) Overall, Hakki Baba is a solid turkish mom & pop shop that delivers on great authentic flavor at a reasonable price. In the sea of turkish restaurants in Cliffside Park area, this one is one of my favorite. Pay them a visit!

Great Turkish cuisine in a family run restaurant known to all locals. Every dish has wonderful…read moreflavor and the portions are huge. Their food is fresh and prepared to order and tasty. On street parking is usually available.

Moussaka was absolutely delicious and incredible. Dip appetizer and spanakopita were also very…read moreyummy. Gyro the meat seemed like it could've been a pre packaged th shape was too perfect didn't look like the type you shave off the thing so I would like to go back and try another one and see again. Loved the dessert too 8/10. would come back just for the mousaka alone a million times.

Tasty Greek food with a large menu, reasonable prices, in a casual environment…read more On a Saturday evening, there was only one other party there but if it was filled I could imagine that it would get loud. The menu length reminds me a bit of a diner menu in comparison to the usual Greek menu. There are pitas/gyros, platters, entrees, apps, salads and soups. There are also a few things on the menu that don't belong on a Greek menu: burger, quesadillas, and chicken francese; I'm not sure what to think about this but it would be something picky eaters could have! I enjoyed the spanakopita platter with fries and grilled veggies (spanakopita didn't have a strong taste, grilled veggies of zucchini, carrots, onions were soft and perhaps slightly overcooked but good). The shrimp souvlaki platter with mashed potatoes and rice was also tasty. Most platters come with two sides. They also give you complimentary hummus with pita bread. Service was nice and not pushy. The decor is pretty casual with some Greek art and knick knacks around, along with plenty of pictures of the chef. Their website isn't that great and seems more catered to to-go orders. It's located on a street with a few other places like a pizza spot but there are also a lot of empty storefronts. Street and metered parking before 8 pm. Given its location, not sure I'd be back anytime soon but I recommend!

Yummy food, delicious & wonderful hospitality by the family owners :) We picked up some delicious…read morebaklava for a 4th of July Celebration and everyone absolutely loved it!

My friend and I had dinner nearby and I found Gulluoglu Cafe on Yelp. Absolutely loved the vibe,…read morelocals sitting outside the cafe at sidewalk tables. The interior is cozy. The young lady working behind the counter was friendly and helpful with recommendations. A gentleman stopped by our table, seemed to be the owner and was also very friendly. We selected four different types of baklava and each one was wonderful! My favorite was the walnut baklava, absolutely dripping with sweet sauce. Another thing that Gulluoglu has going for it is awesome and authentic Turkish tea. Served piping hot in the traditional fluted glass, the tea was smooth and delicious! My friend enjoyed his espresso. They also have some savory options that I would try on a future visit.,

Homemade, freshly cooked, smells like heaven, Italian deli that will make you lick your fingers and…read moreplate clean! How can you go wrong when a little old lady is cooking up the best Italian dishes in the kitchen. They have a set lunch price and even though it's steep, very steep. The meals are limitless, so come hungry and plan on staying a bit. You'll be glad you stopped in. Seating indoors but no parking (street parking).

Great friends, great food, great time is the only way to describe our annual luncheon at the iconic…read moreMartino's Grocery in Hackensack. Martino's is nothing less than a little piece of Italy right here in our own back yard. Family owned and operated for the past 55 years by the Martino family, it's hospitality and delicious array of numerous Italian-American comfort food is hard to surpass. I lost track of how many years we have been making this pilgrimage to this awesome old-school, charming, little corner store/restaurant, but it always something we all look forward to. We have to pay special thanks to Concetta, the matriarch of the Martino family, and daughters Lina and Connie for always going out of their way to host our get together. Martino's Grocery is a BYOB, all you can eat feast; and if you leave hungry, shame on you. I've said it in the past and I'll say it again, being at Martino's is reminiscent of my old time Italian family get togethers back in the 50's and 60's. How can you beat a long afternoon with longtime friends, than with stupid jokes, busting chops, and lots of lively conversation. If you want a taste of Italian-American tradition, make sure you give them a visit. You won't be disappointed. 01/17/2025

Ordered: 3 Mixed Appetizers (~$19): hummus, babagannush,…read moremuhammara Mixed Kebab Platter for Two (~$55): combination of lamb shish kebab, lamb adana kebab, chicken shish kebab, chicken adena kebab, and lamb meatball; served with rice, bulgur, and plain salad Aya's take: There are a number of Turkish restaurants in Cliffside Park and we found ourselves at Cinar for dinner. It was 5pm on a slow Monday so we were seated right away. The interior is cozy, quiet, and clean. We started with 3 Mixed Appetizers along with their complimentary warm bread. The 3 dips were all solid but nothing out of the ordinary. Good flavor, smooth & creamy texture, and great for sharing. I love ordering dishes like the Mixed Kebab Platter for Two as we get a taste of everything and it's family-style. The presentation was beautiful, the meats were tender, and I like that they paired it with rice, bulgur, and some salad. All the meats were tender and well-seasoned but could've been hotter in temperature. I particularly enjoyed the chicken & lamb adana kebabs. My other minor complaint was the sides were not enough to share and the ratio compared to the meats was off. We definitely could've used more rice with the meats. The staff were super kind & friendly the entire time. Decent try overall!

We went there with my friends-spontaneously and really enjoyed the food. The karnıyarık had a super…read moreauthentic, traditional taste--so yummy! The only thing is, as Turkish people, we would have liked the portion to be a little bigger The ambiance is cool, but the servers forgot a few times to bring us water. Still, overall it was a great experience!

You like Greek food? This is the place. We've tried the pastichio, moussaka & gyro so far and there…read moreis plenty more on the menu to choose from. Excellent food, friendly staff, outdoor seating. Great.

THE FOOD ----------------…read more+ Assorted Hot Platter - Mini cheese pies, mini spinach pies, grilled vegetables and rice wrapped in grape leaves were all very fresh and delicious. Definitely a good way to try a little bit of everything. + Gyro Supreme with Lamb Souvlaki - Huggggge gyro with a massssive serving of deliciously fresh fries. Gyro meat and lamb souvlaki cubes were excellllllent. Lots of tzatziki inside. Easily could have saved half of the entire entree. + Gyro Supreme with Chicken - Same as the above for the fries and gyro. Chicken was fresh, surprisingly tender and absolutely delicious as well. + Grilled Chicken in a Pita - Same as the comments above. THE SERVICE ------------------ + Waiter was friendly and patient. + All of our food was served very quickly. THE SURROUNDINGS -------------------------------- + Very local, homey feel to the restaurant. + Restaurant is located right by a set of train tracks. + Interior isn't huge, but still has a decent number of tables. + Big private parking lot outside. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- + Came by on a Sunday afternoon at 12 PM and it was verrry quiet. There were 2 tables already wrapping up their meals, but we were the only customers inside for the next hour. - They charge a 4% credit card fee, so try to bring cash if you want to save a few bucks!

So delicious! The service was impeccable and all of the dishes were fresh and homemade. The mixed…read moreappetizer platter is perfect.

Dayının Yeri es un lugar auténtico y acogedor que me encantó desde la primera visita. La comida es…read morefresca y deliciosa, con ese sabor casero que te transporta directamente a Turquía. Los kebabs estaban perfectamente preparados, jugosos y bien sazonados, y las mezes fueron el acompañamiento ideal. El servicio fue excelente -- el personal es muy amable, atento y siempre dispuesto a recomendar platos típicos. El ambiente es sencillo pero lleno de calidez, perfecto tanto para una comida en familia como para una salida con amigos. En resumen, si buscas comida turca auténtica, porciones generosas y un servicio que te hace sentir como en casa, Dayının Yeri es el lugar indicado. ¡Muy recomendado y seguro regresaré!

Albanian cuisine at its finest! The service is top-notch. And let me tell you, the food is…read moreabsolutely incredible! I've never tasted burek and qebapa so flavorful and fresh. Quick service and friendly staff. What a great ambiance. I highly recommend it.