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!

I visited this place with family and the staff was very kind like we were family, they welcomed us…read morewell and the food was outstanding!!! The prices were reasonable and all the flavors were amazing. Everything tasted fresh and we all feel refreshed and warm afterwords. I cannot stress this enough but the staff was very very friendly and treated us with love and respect.

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!

We did delivery so I cannot speak to the service or ambience. The food was quite good and the…read moreportions were large. Everything was fresh and well-made. It was very well seasoned. The kunnefe delicious.

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!

I didn't expect to find this Halal Guys location today. It is in a busy strip mall, Linwood Plaza…read more I'm used to getting Halal Guys at the cart or their 14th street location so I figured this would be no different. Almost. This store had additional items, plus a few ad-ons available with the platters. I stuck with my usual order, a small chicken platter. Everything was normal, rice, chicken, salad, pita, sauce. They do have the option of adding onions, and peppers which I don't think the cart has. I'm used to reaching the front of the cart line and proclaiming 'small chicken please!'. So walking in looking at their modern menu had me a bit flummoxed. The woman putting my plate together probably sensed my confusion/discomfort and walked me through the process. In addition to the chicken, lamb and falafel meals, wings are also an option. They have a couple dessert items, along with lemonades and fountain drinks. The store itself looked clean and I chose to eat at one of the tables. While no one else was sitting in store with me, many people were in and out for pick-ups and deliveries. I'm glad I found this gem and will add it to places I'd visit again

This is my favorite Jersey location. I go here often after 9pm when I'm craving a late night…read moreplatter. Even though I come later in the evenings, food is consistently fresh and tasty. Unfortunately it isn't an exact replica of the OG cart on 53rd street, but it does the job if you can look past that. It's also a few dollars more and has smaller portions. My go-to order is a mixed chicken and beef platter with rice, lettuce, tomato, pita bread, and lots of white sauce. I like mine drenched in sauce, call me a sicko... If you're in the mood for something sweet, get the baklava! The employees are always friendly, polite, and very generous with the portions. Shout out to Mohammed (sorry for any incorrect spelling)! Download the Halal Guys app if you're a frequent flyer. You earn points that go towards freebies and discounts!

Came here for lunch. It was about $18 (after tax) for gyro meat, rice and some salad…read more Service: considering I didn't stay to eat, it was good enough. Took about 10 minutes to make my food. Ambience: some people had lunch inside. The place isn't big, but there was plenty of space. It looks like you may get more food when dinning in. What I liked: the rice. It was well flavored and perfectly cooked. What I liked less: the gyro meat. It tasted like it was mixed with stuff, probably gluten. The salad was also on the plain side although I liked that they shredded some pickles into it. Overall, not bad but if I come back I will probably try something else of the menu.

My first review ever. And only because I truly can't believe this place . Every time I say never…read moreagain, they keep reminding me. Here's the deal. And I truly can't understand it. Everytime I order, they conveniently forget something. And I Just can't understand it. Either they forget the Pita, or the sauce , or the rice or The actual meal. This time I ordered two Kubidas. and I ordered extra bread with the humas knowing they would forget the pito as in the past! Grant it , this meal cost me over 70$ with uber eats. My bad. this time they decided to exlude the rice. When I called it asked why , the ladies answer was because I ordered extra bread so they assumed I didn't want rice.! I mean , seriously? When will I learn my lesson with this place? Buyer beware. Enough is enough!

Good service and great food!!!! Looked cozy inside, but when they open up the outdoor seating,…read morecould look better. I heard from my friend sometimes there are live performances at the site. Enjoy it!!!

When you go out for dinner, it should be your last meal of the day and it should leave you full…read more Unfortunately, this place lacked quantity even though the quality was there. I had asked for "mixed platter" in which the waiter said they do not have. I like mixed platters, because you get 2 or more kind of meats all in one dish. This is a good way for a customer to get to taste and experience what the restaurant has to offer without having to order a million dishes. The flavors are definitely tasty, but I felt teased. Worst part is, this was dinner. You should have a fulfilling meal worthy of the HIGH price of $20! Only one skewer of Kabob, just ONE! There was more bread on the plate than meat. Comeee onnnn, mannnn!!! Besides the lack of meat to plate ratio, this was very tasty. It's not fine dining, which is why I am a bit shocked with the price tag.

Great food, great service…read more Servers are knowledgeable and are always welcoming Would return a million times.

Have not been here in two years , I honestly miss the food .i stop going because I do not want to…read moreeat from the man's hand behind the counter . I ask if they can wear gloves. I went back and the man has one glove off and one glove on preparing the food . I leave here feeling like I don't want the food after paying for it .i don't wake up to ruin people's day or complain about things that's not the person I am.but I don't like to eat food from the guys bare hand ...this place is nasty . Seriously Won't go back .

I'm Greek and just discovered this wonderful market! I came in looking for some mountain tea from…read moreGreece and ended up finding so many amazing things, fresh pastries, delicious cheese, and plenty of authentic Greek products. The staff was very friendly, and the store itself is so cute and welcoming. Highly recommend, especially if you're looking for Greek European foods! !

I've been shopping here at Mediterranean Gourmet since they first opened (probably over 20 years)…read more I've never been disappointed with the quality and taste of the canned goods, as well as the fresh & frozen cheeses, etc. I especially like the homemade food for take-out (tyropites, spanakopites, moussaka, pastichio, to name a few). The prices are reasonable and the food is always fresh. The service is excellent. The staff is very friendly and very helpful. They even help me bring my packages to my car (as a senior citizen, this is a big help). If you need Greek food, there's no longer a need to go to Astoria, Mediterranean has it all, at very reasonable prices. They have everything you could ask for.

Can't beat the deal, nice sized falafel sandwich on pita (with a wide variety of salads and sauces…read moreof your choice) plus fries and a drink for $10+taxes. They also have options like shwarma and schnitzel on laffa or over rice. The place is simple, but clean. Staff was very friendly. There was a bit of a dinner rush but food was coming out fast.

I am a good customer, every week a order and yesterday I order for my daughter, my husband and…read moremyself! My daughter order came wrong , my order was missed 2 arrows and I order a large fries and the comment I ask for extra ketchup and they send me a little little container and I ask for utensils and they. Ever listen !!! I called to complain and the owner told me to use my ideas and eat with my hands !!!! So so rude and unprofessional

Did this place get renamed? The signage outside and coffee sleeve now say Artisan Boulanger? I…read moredidn't notice until I left. Anyhow, their iced Vienna Cold Brew & Cream is a 10/10!

This place has been around under different names since foreverrrr. I wanted to try the new and most…read morecurrent bakery in this location and was pleasantly surprised by the tasty selections. My favorite is the Matilda style blackout cake. The chocolate pudding is just so good and very indulgent. Service is good enough and its pretty spacious inside. Although it is an old location so it wont feel super modern. Good enough after dinner dessert spot.