Samara Grill

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A cute little Mediterranean cafe. It was empty when were arrived, and boy were we lucky. As soon as we sat down a very large group came in - the two employees had to call a third person in from home to get the order done. And our order still arrived in great time, and with no issues! My chicken gyro was perfect in every way. It was is absolutely what I envisioned when ordering it. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the flavors were exactly what I wanted. The fries it came with had a nice crisp outside with a soft inside, as fries should be...without any weird seasoning or added starch like seems to be the popular thing these days. A dab of salt and pepper made them really pop! My partner got a huge salad and said it was delicious. Staff were awesome! They handled the group after us with ease and professionalism. I'd recommend this to anyone in the area! read more

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Clean. Small with 4 tables. Well kept. Good service. We live in the area and have always wanted to try Samara but never did. Until tonight. We wanted it to be great and it was ok. To start, there's nothing going on in side the restaurant. They need a TV or some music. It's very quiet. You only hear sounds from the kitchen or the phone. As we sat waiting for our food my wife said "why's it so quiet in here?" I ordered a lamb gyro, my wife a chicken gyro and we hummus app to share. To start the hummus looked delish with warm pita. But it had no flavor. It was missing seasoning. On the other hand the gyros were good but skimpy. I'm used to street cart gyros that are overflowing with meat, lettuce, tomatoes and onions with heavy white sauce. These things were barely there. Honestly I don't know if we'll be back. We love to support small businesses but this was a miss. read more

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Juliana M.

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The food at Samara was delicious! I got the beef gyro combo, flavor was amazing. The service was speedy and authentic. Definitely recommend!! read more

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Ryan M.

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Food is impeccable. They are very friendly as well. I really like the lamb gyro and the chicken kebab. The seasonings are on point and the tzatziki sauce is amazing. read more

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Jess B.

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Ordered to go from Samara Grill and the food was so good and refreshing! Super nice guy on the phone when placing the order, was ready in 15 mins! Inside was so clean. Can't wait to order again! Definitely get the mixed gryo combo! read more

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Rebecca L.

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I ordered a chicken gyro and it was amazing. Pita was light and fluffy while the chicken was juicy and flavorful. The fries were definitely homemade. I will definitely order from here again. The service was great. Don't miss out on this hidden gem read more

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Victoria M.

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Excellent service and food. I went to one in toms river Placed order over phone was ready in 10 minutes! read more

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Mike M.

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From the moment I walked in, I felt like I was transported straight to the dining room of my childhood home back in Cairo. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, filled with the aroma of fresh spices and grilled meats. The staff greeted us like family, and their service was top-tier from start to finish. Now, the food -- unreal. The grape leaves were perfectly seasoned, the falafel was crispy on the outside and fluffy inside, and don't get me started on the the chicken shawarma. Genuinely melted in my mouth. You can tell everything is made fresh, with love and tradition behind every bite. Also any good Egyptian song you know will be playing while you eat, and I mean every single good song. read more

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Not impressed. Maybe they do a great dinner, but they really need to make some improvements on breakfast or maybe just forego breakfast service. There are bagels listed on the menu - bagel with butter, bagel with cream cheese, sandwiches on bagels. Arrive just after 9am. No other customers in sight. I order a sandwich on a bagel. And I'm told "we have no bagels", though his voice was so low I had to ask him what he said. Then I was.told I could have it on a roll. Fine! Not what I wanted, but fine. I was hungry. A family came in after us and Mom was reading the menu to the kids. Yep, they wanted bagels. Why not put a sign up somewhere that says you're out of bagels? The sandwich itself was just mediocre. I had bacon, which was tough. Hubby had Taylor ham (or pork roll as they call it). Since we don't live anywhere near NJ anymore, it's something he really likes to have when we visit. He was less than impressed. And I'm not sure if they're behind on their electric bill, but the a.c. is certainly not on at the moment. We definitely won't be back for breakfast. And not even sure we're all that interested in trying them for lunch or dinner. read more

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Christopher C.

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Food was ok, not good not bad, just average. Compared to other halal not a lot of flavor. Beef was good, chicken kabobs were not and seemed like they were made hours ago. Very small salad with your platter not like others halal restaurants. Again it was just ok. Also counter guy too soft spoken and hard to hear. read more

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Alex M.

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I feel bad rating this place 1 star..... but I have to. First, the service was just horrendous when we went, the portions were abysmal (considering it's not exactly a cheap place to eat, relatively speaking). Worst of all, the food was bland. 3 strikes, you're out. (I've seen other reviewers have noticed the super-skimpy portions and poor service as well) I was also blown away by the fact that there aren't any lamb options on the menu. This is the first Mediterranean restaurant I've ever been to w/o lamb. That said.... I assume I wouldn't enjoy the lamb either, even if they offered it. For good Mediterranean in the area.... my money goes to Authentic Greek Eats and Royal Grille 37. Both have lamb the menu, along with better tasting food, better/friendlier service, MUCH bigger portions, and are even a little cheaper! read more

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Mohammad O.

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The food was outstanding & very delicious. Highly recommended & definitely will come back again :) read more

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Bennie L.

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Casual spot, which is perfect for a place two blocks from the beach. Had lunch there and was first impressed by the cleanliness and nice seating area. Started with the Hummus and Baba Ghanoush, which were both outstanding! Great fresh, interesting flavors! The Samara mixed grill was kefta kebab, chicken and beef gyro, with seasoned rice, salad, and an amazing sauce that topped all the fresh, authentic flavors of each food. I'm so happy that this great restaurant opened in Seaside Heights! read more

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Mary A.

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New Mediterranean restaurant in the heights. Very good, homemade, and the owner is super friendly. If you like authentic lamb gyros you should try this place. They have breakfast as well but we were there for dinner. Had the gyro platter, baba ghanoush, hummus and falafel. Everything was really good and super fresh. Unique cuisine for the area which is super refreshing. read more

Samara Grill - Take-out or Dine in. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seaside Heights, New Jersey

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David F.

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Very unfortunate event coming here for breakfast. We went because it was right around the corner from our hotel. I asked for Taylor ham egg and cheese on a plain bagel. The service was not welcoming. He said, "oh, you mean pork roll?" Like if you knew what it was, why did you have to correct me? When the food was served, it came on a roll:( I paid $9.70 for ONE singular piece of Taylor ham on this sandwich. I was gagged honestly. Felt scammed after. I would NOT recommend here for breakfast read more

Samara Grill - The Taylor ham egg and cheese - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seaside Heights, New Jersey

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Biral P.

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One of the best places with authentic food options , you cannot wrong with anything you pick . read more

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J C.

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Stopped in here for dinner while visiting Seaside Heights. The food was SO GOOD that I would have come here again for lunch the next day if it was up to me! Their white sauce is absolutely delicious, and I loved their chicken kebab. Friendly, clean, fresh food. Will definitely stop here again next time we visit The Shore. read more

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Jill S.

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The food was very good! Super flavorful and delicious. Though it did take a very long time for the food to be ready. Still a great place and I recommend it! read more

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Jake D.

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We want to the Tom's River location. Service was good, fair pricing for a good bit of food. The only complaint is the Adana needed to be more seasoned. It would be a 5 star for me if it was seasoned better. Quality ingredients, good pricing, good portions, and good service. Food was pretty good too, but just needed a little more seasoning on the meat. read more

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Michael L.

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Excellent chicken and beef gyro plate. Generous serving with tasty seasoning. The hummus was also great with the hot pita bread. Service was exceptional. I definitely recommend. read more

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Kreshaun G.

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The food is great and customer service is one of a kind. The food has great flavor and it was great portions for the price. 10/10 recommended read more

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Soha K.

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RUNNN!! expensive and TASTLESS food. if $200 worth of food isn't feeding your family something isn't right. please go to THE LOCAL WAWA AND BUY PIZZA INSTEAD. Service was okay. gave more side sauces than food. read more

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More info about Samara Grill

1112 Blvd
Seaside Heights, NJ 08751
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(732) 375-3737
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http://samaragrill.com

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Hours

What time does Samara Grill open?

Samara Grill opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.Samara Grill opens at 10:00 AM on Friday.Samara Grill opens at 12:00 AM on Saturday.

What time does Samara Grill close?

Samara Grill closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Samara Grill closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Friday.Samara Grill closes at 9:00 AM on Saturday.Samara Grill closes at 9:00 PM on Saturday.Samara Grill closes at 7:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 11:00 AM - 8:00 PMFri 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)Sat 12:00 AM - 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Samara Grill take credit cards?

Yes, Samara Grill takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Samara Grill have catering options?

Yes, Samara Grill does have catering options.

Does Samara Grill have a drive thru?

No, Samara Grill does not have a drive thru.

Does Samara Grill serve alcohol?

Yes, Samara Grill serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Samara Grill have TVs?

Yes, Samara Grill has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Samara Grill have bike parking?

Yes, Samara Grill has bike parking.

Does Samara Grill have outdoor seating?

Yes, Samara Grill has outdoor seating options.

Does Samara Grill have parking?

Yes, Samara Grill has parking options.

Other Amenities

Does Samara Grill have free WiFi?

Yes, Samara Grill has free WiFi.

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