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    4.3 (303 reviews)
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    REYLA - STEAK (GF DF) - Mediterranean Near Me - Asbury Park, New Jersey
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    REYLA - Lamb - Mediterranean Near Me - Asbury Park, New Jersey

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    Natalia L.

    Reyla is a cute modern restaurant. For the entree I got the Schnitzel. It was really good. Breading was perfect. Service was ok. Pita was really good and fresh.

    OCTOPUS (GF, DF)
    Bernadette G.

    We went on Saturday night and I was happy to get a table without a wait. The place had tables outside but we chose to eat inside the restaurant. Our server was very pleasant and explained its tapas style where we share dishes. We ordered the Salatim it came with 3 pitas and 6 sides. We loved them all except the Moroccan carrots which were way too spicy. For our shareable we had the Tuna which was delicious but was about 1 scoop each for the 3 of us. The Octopus and the Lamb were unique very tasty and imaginative dishes. Everything came out quickly and service was very friendly! The only reason I didn't give 5 stars was I thought the dishes were a little skimpy for being a shareable. That aside it was a great dining experience!

    SALATIM
    Isabella S.

    Me, my girlfriend and my girlfriend's mother went to REYLA for a late lunch / early dinner this past Saturday -- got there early, because there's always a line for a table later in the evening. Ambience of the restaurant is very beautiful, I loved the plates (super cute!). For starters, we ordered the SALATIM, which was 6 different appetizer dips that came alongside with pita bread for the table. We ordered double hummus in sub for the Tzatziki because my gf's mother is vegan. I honestly got very satisfied off of this -- all dips & veggies were so freshly prepared and savory. Favorite combo for me was the pickled veggies mixed the cauliflower dip on pita -- chef's kiss! Not the best pita I've ever had, but REYLA's was up there (top 2 for sure). For entrees, me and my girlfriend shared the Shnitzel -- It was alright, the seasoning and spices on top of the chicken made it fantastic. A pretty decent chicken cutlet, paired with a fresh feta arugula salad -- With most fried food, I feel crappy after, but with this one, I can say it was done right. I felt great after. GF's mom (vegan) got the Shishito and Squash -- I tried both. I've never had shishito peppers, but these were pretty good and VERY flavorful. With most vegan dishes, I try to see what restaurants do differently with their vegetables worth it, and I can say I wasn't disappointed. Very well seasoning and had great flavor, for both the shishito and squash. I will definitely be back to REYLA to try other dishes.

    SALATIM
    Natalie H.

    Reyla says it is a "modern" twist on Mediterranean cuisine. I adore Mediterranean cuisine but felt that the menu and execution was overcomplicated. I can only imagine my first Generation friends from Greece, Israel, Middle East come here & see their reaction. I don't need to imagine, I know that they'd laugh and push the Chihuahua-sized "shareable" Salatim across the table and just be insulted that the Costco Sample size portions are considered Shareable. The flavor profile of each salad and spread was poor--The hummus was bland & every item in the Salatim was acidic or bland. The second dish came out 60-90 minutes later. I was so hungry but after waiting so long, and only having the itty bitty Salatim, I was not hungry. The drinks were very good. I would not recommend to folks who adore traditional Mediterranean cuisine.

    Cauliflower dish for happy hour
    Chris K.

    We got a chance to try their happy hour menu and it didn't disappoint. Our favorite was the Cauliflower, who knew cauliflower could taste so good!

    FALAFEL (GF, V) Sliders
    Neil D.

    A vibrant new restaurant with city vibes, this Mediterranean tapas style food is a delight. This is really a high end bar. They have a very large and beautiful bar area where you can rest after a long day. The cocktail menu offers a good selection of signature drinks. The menu has tapas style dishes that are meant to share. The food is a fusion of Turkish and Greek food flavors. Offering a great mixture for all proteins as well as vegetarian options. The service was very prompt and friendly. We felt connected to our waitress and highly welcomed as we ate our delicious meal. Definitely a place to try when in the area.

    Squash entree with wild rice and veggies.
    Liz F.

    The nicest most attentive server I've ever met. Variety of dishes on the menu with interesting spices and flavor combinations. Food was served hot. Portions were decent. A reliable dinner in Asbury park. Music not too loud. Comfortable seating. Good lighting. Happy to not be eating in the dark. Grab a drink downstairs before your meal.

    MILLE-FEUILLE (not great)
    Jennifer D.

    Came here with a friend on a busy Friday night. Leave yourself some time for parking because it can be difficult to find in this area. The restaurant is listed as mediterranean but the food leans more towards middle eastern flavors, so if you're not into spices make sure you preview the menu before going. Our waitress let us know that the dishes are meant to be shared and are on the smaller side (similar to tapas). We ordered the hummus to start which was very good. We also ordered the schnitzel and steak. The schnitzel was huge and very good. The steak was so bad we sent it back. Not sure what cut of meat it was but it was very tough and chewy. For dessert we ordered the Mille-feuille, it was a bit dry and tasteless. Overall, this place wasn't for me or my friend but I can see people that are into unique flavors enjoying it.

    Espresso Martini
    Jianna R.

    Amazing! The food was delicious, our server was knowledgeable about the ingredients and background on everything on the menu as well as how to order vegan. We had a really lovely brunch in this cute and cozy spot and I can't wait to come back.

    Shashuka
    Hannah V.

    Now this restaurant knows how to celebrate an occasion! Came here over the weekend for brunch for a birthday celebration. We got a free bottle of champagne and a lovely card from the restaurant for the birthday girl. The layout of the restaurant is so well thought out! It flows so nice from the bar to the front seating area to the back seating area. These three different places all have their own vibe as well. The back seemed more homey and cozy while the front was more modern. I loved being able to see the kitchen from where ever you sat! The service was excellent. The food was so fresh and the smell... the smell of each dish was everything. The Turkish hummus we got as an appetizer was served warm with pita. The pita was phenomenal - hot and freshly made. I'm not a hummus person but this warm hummus has changed my view of it for sure. The entree of shakshuka was delicious when you mixed everything together and I think it really came all together adding the side hot sauce. I will be back for sure not only to this restaurant but their sister restaurant as well (Barrio Costero).

    Elizabeth L.

    We came here for brunch because it had great reviews and looked interesting. Unfortunately, we didn't love our food experience here. The service was great and the staff was very friendly, but the food wasn't what we expected it to be. We got the appetizer sampler and unfortunately the only item from the six that we liked was the hummus. The rest had a sweet taste to it with such strong flavors that it was hard to handle. We barely ate anything on the plate besides the hummus. The lamb burger was good and the steak and eggs were okay. I wish this was more of a memorable experience. We did enjoy our drinks, however!

    Chicken slider
    Gwo-Long H.

    A beautiful restaurant with a somewhat limited menu. However, you can't beat all night happy hour Wednesday. The happy hour menu has a good selections of tapas like food, a good number of cocktails. We had a mezze plate, lettuce wrap, and two chicken slides. The sliders were tiny, the size of White Castle hamburger. You got three lettuce wraps with plenty tasty chicken. The mezze plate was good for two people to share.

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    4.0(473 reviews)
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    We celebrated our anniversary here after Pride and had an absolutely wonderful experience. From the…read moremoment we arrived, the staff made us feel so special. They even surprised us with a personalized card and gift for our anniversary, which was such a thoughtful touch and truly meant a lot to us. The hibiscus margaritas were fantastic, the appetizer was delicious, and every dish we ordered was packed with amazing layers of flavor. The food was beautifully prepared and absolutely memorable. Combined with the warm hospitality and attention to detail, it made for a perfect anniversary celebration. We are so grateful for the experience and can't wait to return!

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