Pomegranate Restaurant

(14 reviews)

0.5 mi

When was the last time you walked into a restaurant before nine and walked out at three o'clock in…read morethe morning? Well, this is how we spent our NYE at Crystal Palace. You would think that a restaurant is just about food, but this is so much more. This place is a truly fun night out. In terms of food, we ordered a banquet, which means a prix-fix dinner with at least ten different varieties of plated dishes plus a couple of deserts. It's authentic, homemade Ukrainian food, from meat and fish to an assortment of side garnishments which will leave you asking "what is that?" while you answer "I don't care, it's delicious!" The staff was beyond attentive, they were changing our plates every fifteen minutes, refilling our drinks and bringing out the next item in a never-ending parade of food. But eating is not the main event, entertainment is. They have a good sized dancefloor and a couple of DJ/singers that delighted us with music from around the world. Everything from Latin to Italian to US, the beats covered the world. After midnight the music took a short break and we went back to eat, again. I mean, this was not the night to lose weight! Suddenly, they brought out a belly dancer (like I said, entertainment). She and her snake, yes a real one, along with a balancing act of swords and candles certainly added another layer of fun. The whole experience was unique, fun, and most important - unforgettable.

Terrible. Tuna tartar made from grind tuna and does not have taste at all. Duck was preheated and…read morecold inside. Price much higher then quality of food.never will come back.

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Kabaret Restaurant

Had a great time last weekend. Food, service and music was amazing ! Will be back soon!read more

Every bite was delicious! Almost all the food exceeds expectations. The prices align with the…read moreexperience quality. The employees provided service that set a new standard for me. I'm anticipating another great experience.

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Shirin Cafe

It's a nice little place nuzzled in a small strip mall. If you blink you would miss it as you drive…read moreby. A place that has maybe 10 tables, but our host gladly seated our party of 12. I have never been to a Russian restaurant before so he was nice enough to explain to our group what all the food choices were. They are big on lamb here so some group members said those dishes were delicious. I chose the beef and chicken items like the kabobs and they were juicy and perfectly cooked. The tomato & goat cheese appetizer was delicious. I could've eaten that all night. The pumpkin puff pastry was delicious. I did not try the other meat one but once again our group loved it. We had some rice and aside order of fried potatoes, which were like potato chips and they were delicious garlic. Very good. We ended with homemade desserts which consisted of chocolate mousse, a puff pastry of some sort, a baklava, which was delicious. Everything was delicious. Bring your own alcohol. You're in for a very tasty treat.

Very good food but way too expensive and their ambiance is just ok. Nothing special for the prices…read morethey charge

Puff pastry with pumpkin and meat

Shish kebab: lamb, beef, chicken

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Tomatoes with goat cheese

Mimino Restaurant

best of the best place food delicious…read more atmosphere unreal Service excellence Very good location Highly recommended this place

We went with friends to this restaurant to eat authentic Georgian cuisine. Oh boy what a…read moredisappointment it was. Our initial order was changed and we didn't get the chachapury that we wanted. The gulyen was tasteless with big barely cooked mushrooms. The xinkali was not as tasty. Another thing that turned us off, there was 2 Ukrainian parties that only wanted to dance to their authentic songs. I would not coming back there for sure. If you really want to eat great Georgian food and amazing service go to Tasty Land in Manalapan, you won't be disappointed!

Georgian salad and greek salad

Cheese platter

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Chicken shish kebab

Bear and Birch

Just had a truly life-changing experience at Bear and Birch Spa in Freehold, NJ--a Russian banya…read morespa that redefines relaxation and rejuvenation! Between the sauna, steam room, and a refreshing (and challenging!) dip in the cold plunge, I felt my body reset and recharge with every breath. I was only able to handle the cold plunge for a bit, but it's exhilarating and surprisingly addictive! The benefits of alternating between hot and cold are incredible; you feel so much lighter and refreshed afterward. The spa offers it all: hot tea, a full restaurant (where else can you enjoy a cozy plate of pierogi between rounds?), BYOB, and even TVs to catch the game with friends. Time flies here, and I left feeling balanced, revived, and already looking forward to my next visit! Watch the full experience on my IG @foodaholicnj

We went first thing on a Saturday morning. So clean. Great…read morefacility. Good AMAZING. All employees went out of their way to make sure we were okay. Get the platza with Val. An all around awesome time.

Loved my experience here

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Randevu

Had a But Mitzva for my granddaughter on November 30, 2024…read moreIt was the most wonderful event. Service was excellent. Food was fresh and delicious. couldn't ask for anything better. in one word: SUPERB! Thank you Vitalik for making this day exceptional!

Was recently at Randevu for my Grandfather's 90th birthday. We were a little hesitant to have a…read moreparty, especially with elderly, during COVID times. Everything was top notch. We had a group of about 26 people in the whole restaurant. We were spit up at tables of six people per table. Each table was set apart with ample distance, this is unusual for Russian restaurant and was much appreciated. The servers were masks at all times. Service was superb - every request granted immediately. Food was good as usual. I was happy to see Randevu adopt to the ever-changing world and have safety measures in place that made it easy to still have a party and not be overly worried.

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Taste of Home

8/21/24 It's a…read morelittle grocery store. Can't have more than 5 people inside at a time. Take out only. They have packaged items as well as many store made items. The only issue is, the lady behind the counter doesn't know much English. We had to wait for someone in the back to come help. I've started to google things where labeled to help us move the ordering along. Depending on the time of day, cooked food came be coming out as you order or they can run out of what you want for the day. I forgot to take pics of our orders. But we've been here 3x this last month. We like their Borscht Soup, Turkish Salad, Eggplant Caviar. The Duck is delicious when they have it, it's kind of like bbq style. One of the times had more bakery items, trying to remember if it was a weekend or weekday.... The sweet cheese bread was good and wanted to try another flavor.

This used to be an excellent place but it seems to have gone through a change of ownership…read more Completely different staff. Now things aren't fresh. Hair in food. I asked for a receipt because it looked like something odd happened and they said something like "the previous transaction gets deleted". It's become a strange place. I would avoid.

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Taste of Susan's Grill House

Very glad to return to this wonderful casual-elegant Georgian-Eastern European restaurant…read more All dishes are made on premises, even the delicious pickled herring, pickled vegetables and soups. After several visits, I can report that all dishes we've tasted were delicious and prepared with care. Service is friendly, prompt and efficient. Sadly, I forgot to take photos of the delicately spiced stuffed cabbage (4 pieces per order!) and the pickled getting with pickled onions and fried slices of potatoes. Highly recommended.

Don't want to spend an arm and a leg at kalahari it great wolf for dinner. This charming spot has…read morethe best home made Eastern European fair I've ever had in my life. Their pirogies and home made soups are amazing and all their meats are grilled to perfection! We had the lamb and chicken shashlik and the kids had pirogies. We've been coming to this restaurant since they opened and they are a 10/10 every time. Fantastic food, friendly staff, and unbeatable value. Seriously don't eat at the water parks. Once you try Susan's you'll make it a point to stop here every time you're in the Poconos just like we have. One note: as of 2/7/2026 their Website susanewlondon.com was hacked and scammers created an AI fake website with fake menus that has nothing to do with what they actually serve. I hope they can resolve it soon.

House Beef Pelmeni with broth

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Fred & Murry's Kosher Delicatessen

Another awesome family meal at Fred & Murry's Deli. We had family in from out of town and what…read morebetter place to dine than Fred & Murray's. You can always count on them for top quality deli food. I ordered my favorite, chopped liver on rye sandwich - - not many places you can find this type of authentic meal. I also had their health salad with it, and I was super happy and satisfied. Our server was excellent too and the whole family enjoyed their meals - Corned Beef on rye, Turkey Sandwich, and the half sour pickles and french fries were scrumptious! We will continue to frequent Fred & Murray's. It's always dependable and a family favorite.

We ordered a quart of chicken noodles soup and a matzoh ball. The matzoh ball was ok but the soup…read morewas a few noodles and broth. No vegetables and not a scrap of chicken to be found. All this for 16 bucks! These people are crooks!

Counter service or sit-down

Mushroom barley soup - bowl

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Glatt Gourmet

(5 reviews)

19.4 mi

I went here because I was sick of finding bugs in my lettuce greens. A friend told me how kosher…read morelettuce is checked for bugs. I went here and everyone was so helpful and friendly! I found some good lettuce greens as well as this mixed iceberg lettuce, cabbage and carrots; four vacuumed sealed in a pack. I love to buy that. I am pleased at the selection they have a the store is nicely arranged. I go here only for produce, so I don't know about the other things.

Based on my taste recently they have the best chopped liver, before it was a deli in the Lawrence…read moreTwp. area by the name of Weinstein's, but they closed many years ago and recently I was not satisfied with ShopRite at the Kosher Experience, it tasted better where the quality was closer to Weinstein's before but nothing ever has beaten Weinstein's chop liver.

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Istanbul Bay Premium

4.2

(166 reviews)

1.0 mi

LOVE this place! The food is incredible and staff is great. Honestly one of the best Turkish/…read moremiddle eastern places around the area. You MUST get the mixed appetizers. The fish is SO good and is cooked to perfection. Highly recommend this place!

It's been awhile …read more.. Our community, for over 5 years now has been doing a dinner club. Istanbul Bay was recommended by a few people in our party of 13. They are a BYOB restaurant that used to be Nonna's until like 2 or 3 years ago. As a group we shared 5 appetizers. They were... -Cheese plate -Babaganoush -Fried Calamari -Fafafel - Cheese Roll Of the ones that I tried, cheese plate, fried calamari and that cheese roll were clearly our favorites. For entrees, she had the Lamb Shish Kebab. While I chose the Chicken Shish Kebab. Both were very good and perfectly cooked. A good portion of her dinner ended up in a takeout container. Our waiter(mainly Mohammed) was excellent. Truth be told, he had some help from a few others. But we didn't wait very long after our food started arriving. Dessert- no chance. As portions are pretty big. Just a cappuccino for her and a Turkish coffee for me. Definitely the strongest coffee that I've had in awhile. Cost per person with tip about $60. USC #25.

Mixed grill

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Balloon bread

Koy Grill

The food was fresh, tasty and reasonably priced. The Ambiance was nice and suited to a date night…read moreor family meal. The meal started with some warm bread drizzled with olive oil and served with an olive tapenade - different and very good. I had the lamb doner and my husband had the chicken. We tried the bulgar and it was nicely seasoned, not too spicy, but there was hot sauce for those that wanted it. The large Shephard's salad was a very generous portion for 2 and we had to bring half of it home. The mango coconut dessert was a nice finish which we shared. Overall a very good experience.

Worst experience I've ever had at a restaurant. A simple mistake with our order should have been an…read moreeasy fix, but instead of handling it professionally, the manager argued with us and treated our group with unnecessary attitude. Rather than resolving the issue, the situation escalated and the manager welcomed a hostile and uncomfortable situation. Customer service starts with respect, and unfortunately, that was completely lacking here. I will never return and definitely wouldn't recommend this restaurant to anyone.

Stuffed Eggplant

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Creamy Yogurt Dip

Sweet Buns

4.8

(45 reviews)

1.6 mi

Sweet Buns is amazing. The breakfast plate I had (eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes) was probably the…read morebest I've ever had. The service is friendly, efficient and welcoming. The only bad thing is it could become wonderfully addictive!

We went in on a Sunday late morning so there was about a 15 minute wait. The service was friendly…read moreand helpful. The atmosphere was hip and cute but a little tight. I'm a very picky coffee person and the gingerbread latte was ok. However- the food was DELICIOUS! I got the breakfast bowl no meat and in hindsight would have asked them to sub with more eggs bc the ratio of eggs to potatoes was off but still sooo good. My husband got the corned beef hash and he practically licked his plate clean. Then we shared the Nutella pop tart. It was WORTH IT. I bought one to go as well! Will be going back!

Macchiato and Iced Dulce de Leche Latte

Front coffee bar

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Foodies

4.6

(58 reviews)

3.6 mi

Very varied menu, lots of fresh gluten free choices, very nice wait staff. Only problem is getting…read moreout of the parking lot - be careful!

I got the grilled chicken sandwich. It was absolutely phenomenal. I just forgot to add mayo. The…read moreservice was fantastic. I ordered it for 2 o'clock because I was supposed to go on my lunch, but then I had to ask them to make it later and they were nothing but accommodating. they have a decent amount of seating inside. It's a cute little café style restaurant.

Shrimp and scallops special

Foodie's Omelette (but scrambled)...excellent!

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Potato salad

Estrella Azul

4.4

(52 reviews)

1.2 mi

Love love love this place! tacossss…read more Last time I came, I got the reasonably priced taco trio. Tried the blackened cod; Caulifuego with crispy Nashville hot cauliflower, slaw, avocado, honey sriracha and queso franco; Purple Rain with birria meat, pickled red onion, chili lime mayo and cilantro. Ordered in my least to most fav! Inhaled the birria taco and the spicy crispy cauliflower is delicious. Also love their verde and hot sauces. The sauce on the purple rain taco was The inside is super clean and colorful, the staff is super friendly and there's a large window peering into the kitchen - you can tell those chefs KNOW WHAT THEY'RE DOING :) They come out with new special tacos like a Big Mac taco! So stop by and try a staple or something new - it's worth it!!!

If you're ever in a bad mood just come here and enjoy a meal. The employees here are probably the…read morenicest people I've ever encountered in this town, and this is not a one off thing. Every single time I've been here the service here is always exceptionally friendly. Even when I ordered on Cinco de Mayo (against my better judgement) when they were slammed with orders and a bit behind on times the employees here are so nice that not one customer was getting mad. They worked their butts off to keep everyone happy and get everyone their orders as fast as they could. The service alone is 5 stars but then you get your meal. Everything is fresh, delicious and prepared well. Highly recommend stopping in. If it's a nice day grab a table outside.

Street tacos

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Manalapan Luncheonette

After reading the reviews, Hubs and I decided to give this place a try. We were immediately seated…read moreafter arriving. This place is an old luncheonette and minimalist, at best. Place is frequented by local workers stopping by for breakfast or lunch. We got here a little after 11:30, so the breakfast menu wasn't available. The lunch menu was limited. Hubs ordered the fish and tomato sandwich with raw onions. It was served in a kaiser roll and he liked it. I got the California cheeseburger with macaroni salad and this was pretty good as well. I liked the macaroni salad. It was't vinegary. Everything was served on a kaiser roll. Price was inexpensive. There was one server working the place. Service was quick and friendly. Glad we got to give this place a try!

Within the small town of Englishtown, you will find the luncheonette that represents Manalapan with…read moreits omelets. Brand: 4/5 Manalapan Luncheonette has served Manalapan Township for about 50 years. It manages to retain its relevance to this very day. I will say that the Western aesthetics only fit a small diner like this for so much. Is it a Western-themed or Western-inspired eatery? I cannot say. Nonetheless, I did like the inspiration, from the square building to the menu items. I also liked the ceramic plates that come in any color, and the wall décor from the banjo to the small, quote canvases. Website: 4/5 It has a simple design, with the basic scroll from the opening image to the basic description to the Google map of Manalapan Luncheonette's location. I cannot say the brown color matches the aesthetics of the sign above the establishment. Nonetheless, it shows menus, both physical and text. It does not have an app to order meals nor have images of the menu items. I find the former more forgivable, since I do not expect a high-quality website for every eatery, but it should let potential customers know what they are ordering. Wait Time: 5/5 I experienced no interruptions or delays while awaiting my order. Ambiance: 4/5 It does have the tendency to get noisy, though it mostly comes from the corner of the establishment where the bar area is at and the television is about. I found it tolerable to sit at the opposite corner with a view of the outside. Strangely enough, I did not expect the metal chairs to be an issue, even in December, since the well-heated establishment and the well-spaced tables accommodated me. Food: 5/5 I ordered the Cowboy Jim's Omelet, which consists of three eggs, ham, peppers, onions, tomatoes, Swiss cheese, and American cheese; with sides of home fries and toast. It definitely filled me up throughout the day, with its soft yet delicate form holding together the cheese, eggs, meat, and vegetables. While the fresh vegetables gave this omelet its distinct flavor, the ham and eggs provided the robust, meaty flavor; and the cheese melted into one had the sharp taste and stringy stretch. I did think the toast had an unassuming taste, but they were outweighed by the hearty home fries. Service: 5/5 The cordial staff managed to make the experience worth it. Worth The Money?: 5/5 Since the Battle of Monmouth, the most pivotal moment in the American Revolution, took place in Manalapan Township, I would like to see the brand shift more towards that era in terms of cuisine. Despite the simple look of the website, it delivers on its promises. Referencing the website, I agree that the Manalapan Luncheonette is a hidden gem, and it offers hearty, comfort food. The website definitely matches the toned-down atmosphere of the eatery as well. The meal managed to equate to the wait time, since it clearly steamed throughout the time I ate. Throughout that time, nothing about the ambiance distracted me. I appreciate the fact that Manalapan Luncheonette encapsulates the small town charm like the rest of Englishtown. The staff practically bring that small town hospitality to every part of their jobs. As someone outside of Manalapan Township, I wanted to get out of my comfort zone and explore areas that I rarely or never been to. I found myself impressed by Manalapan Luncheonette, and if I do go through Manalapan Township, I would consider it my first option. The price for the Cowboy Jim's Omelet and the experience was absolutely worth it. Rating: 5/5 Stars I can see how this eatery might last longer than 50 years, since it makes the most out of what little it has. Recommend To... Anyone looking for small town eateries from 20+ minutes away, or are embarking on a type of vacation involving hopping from one small town to another.

California cheeseburger on a kaiser roll with macaroni salad

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DK S.

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7 years ago

Incredible restaurant. Exquisite dishes. Cozy atmosphere. Professional waiters. What else is needed to have a wonderful time? Just come and feel yourself in Europe, being in New Jersey. read more

Andrew G.

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7 years ago

I can't understand why my review was removed but ill take my time and leave one more. This is by far the best food I had in years. Thanks for great entertainment and amazing service. read more

Elena S.

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7 years ago

Really tasty food with really a really beautiful decor and a very nice waitstaff. Would definitely recommend to anyone considering going.

Marta G.

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7 years ago

Food is delicious Live music is great Caring service Come and feel this comfortable and friendly atmosphere too Highly recommended! read more

Nicholas K.

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7 years ago

Great place to go eat, it has great food and a friendly waitstaff. Also on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays theres live music!

Alla F.

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7 years ago

a great place with the best food is the best restaurant in this area, we really liked it and would highly recommend

Vlad Z.

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7 years ago

Best and freshest Eastern European Restaurant in the state.

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It's a nice little place nuzzled in a small strip mall. If you blink you would miss it as you drive…read moreby. A place that has maybe 10 tables, but our host gladly seated our party of 12. I have never been to a Russian restaurant before so he was nice enough to explain to our group what all the food choices were. They are big on lamb here so some group members said those dishes were delicious. I chose the beef and chicken items like the kabobs and they were juicy and perfectly cooked. The tomato & goat cheese appetizer was delicious. I could've eaten that all night. The pumpkin puff pastry was delicious. I did not try the other meat one but once again our group loved it. We had some rice and aside order of fried potatoes, which were like potato chips and they were delicious garlic. Very good. We ended with homemade desserts which consisted of chocolate mousse, a puff pastry of some sort, a baklava, which was delicious. Everything was delicious. Bring your own alcohol. You're in for a very tasty treat.

Very good food but way too expensive and their ambiance is just ok. Nothing special for the prices…read morethey charge

Mimino Restaurant

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best of the best place food delicious…read more atmosphere unreal Service excellence Very good location Highly recommended this place

We went with friends to this restaurant to eat authentic Georgian cuisine. Oh boy what a…read moredisappointment it was. Our initial order was changed and we didn't get the chachapury that we wanted. The gulyen was tasteless with big barely cooked mushrooms. The xinkali was not as tasty. Another thing that turned us off, there was 2 Ukrainian parties that only wanted to dance to their authentic songs. I would not coming back there for sure. If you really want to eat great Georgian food and amazing service go to Tasty Land in Manalapan, you won't be disappointed!

Tasty Land Georgian Cuisine & Pizza

3.5

(31 reviews)

I ate in this restaurant a number of times, it was relatively good for some years…read more But last time I ordered their national soup harcho and it was outrageous!!! Just water, tomato and a spoon or rice. Not a smell of meat, no veggies, no taste!!! Disgusting. Also the salad was supposed to have a special Georgian sauce, but was just oil , not even lemon. Never come back!!!

So delicious place highly recommend it Chicken, soups,…read morepizzas, hinkali, phalis, mushrooms and a lots- very very delicious

Kabaret Restaurant

4.1

(35 reviews)

•$$$

Had a great time last weekend. Food, service and music was amazing ! Will be back soon!read more

Every bite was delicious! Almost all the food exceeds expectations. The prices align with the…read moreexperience quality. The employees provided service that set a new standard for me. I'm anticipating another great experience.

Sofra Turkish & Mediterranean cuisine

(86 reviews)

Stumbled upon this restaurant while searching for a lunch spot with friends, and it ended up being…read moresuch a fun experience. The menu is perfect for sharing family-style, and we especially loved the complimentary puffy bread (which is even better with an order of one of their dips!). Our group shared a few appetizers along with the Sultan Plate (large meat platter for 4-6 people), which comes with a dramatic flame presentation and a generous assortment of meats. Everything was flavorful and we all enjoyed trying the different varieties. The adana kebab was one of my personal favorites. We were also pleasantly surprised by how spacious the restaurant is. There are two beautiful private dining rooms near the front that'd be perfect for a party. In general, highly recommend dining here with a group!

I feel like Mediterranean food is one of those foods that can be a hit or miss for me…read more Unfortunately Sofra was just okay to me. My sister and I came her with our friend. Our friend saw a video on TikTok advertising this restaurant. Unfortunately, when it comes to TikTok, sometimes they hype things up. For appetizer we got the hummus. Now the hummus was delicious! Very good hummus. I definitely recommend getting that. It came with bread so we used that for the hummus. Then we decided to get one of the oven specialty to share. We decided to get the mixed pie. All the ingredients in the mixed pie sounded good but in my opinion, the flavors didn't mesh well it tasted a little bland. The portion size of the pie is great, which makes it shareable. But I would skip the mixed pie and try one of their other oven specialties. As for my main entrée I decided to get the Gyro. Again, I didn't enjoy it enough to eat it all and I had leftovers and I didn't enjoy it enough to wanna take it home. Overall, the service was great and the people there were friendly. The establishment is very pretty and they have a section where you can host a small party. I will say just because I didn't enjoy my meal as much doesn't mean you won't.

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The food is delicious, 10/10. I've been here about 5 times and have never had a bad meal…read more The service on the other hand is very slow. Consistently. It takes about 30 minutes to get your food and even longer to get a check after the fact. Which is crazy because my table was only one out of 3 other tables in the restaurant. A 20% tip is automatically applied to your bill, and then still asked if you want to tip ON TOP OF THE FACT so pay attention to your bill! Part of me thinks the reason the service isn't as good is because they know they're automatically getting that tip, but another part of me hopes that isn't the case. Ambiance is nice, very beautiful and great place for pictures.

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Istanbul Bay Premium

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LOVE this place! The food is incredible and staff is great. Honestly one of the best Turkish/…read moremiddle eastern places around the area. You MUST get the mixed appetizers. The fish is SO good and is cooked to perfection. Highly recommend this place!

It's been awhile …read more.. Our community, for over 5 years now has been doing a dinner club. Istanbul Bay was recommended by a few people in our party of 13. They are a BYOB restaurant that used to be Nonna's until like 2 or 3 years ago. As a group we shared 5 appetizers. They were... -Cheese plate -Babaganoush -Fried Calamari -Fafafel - Cheese Roll Of the ones that I tried, cheese plate, fried calamari and that cheese roll were clearly our favorites. For entrees, she had the Lamb Shish Kebab. While I chose the Chicken Shish Kebab. Both were very good and perfectly cooked. A good portion of her dinner ended up in a takeout container. Our waiter(mainly Mohammed) was excellent. Truth be told, he had some help from a few others. But we didn't wait very long after our food started arriving. Dessert- no chance. As portions are pretty big. Just a cappuccino for her and a Turkish coffee for me. Definitely the strongest coffee that I've had in awhile. Cost per person with tip about $60. USC #25.

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