22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant

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Amazing Restaurant. Very clean. The service was spectacular. We will be coming back for sure. Highly recommended. read more

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Place is very clean , great customer service and delicious food! Definitely one of my go tos! Warm family as well read more

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Found this restaurant on the yelp app in search of gyro platters. It's a small privately owned "mom n pop" place. There was a couple inside that were making the food and taking orders. They were very nice and helpful. We ordered the mixed platter over rice and the Fat22 sandwich combo. The items were delicious. Sandwich came with French fries and the gyro platter was very good. Meat was seasoned and grilled and topped with that sauce and served over a bed of rice, with some salad greens on the side. They had a long list of Fat sandwiches, which I plan to try in the subsequent visits. Still getting the hang of these fat sandwiches In Jersey. Finally, they did have some lunch specials on the menu, but I was too overwhelmed by all the items that were on the list. read more

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butch c.

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Food was very Bland the rice I had was not cooked all the way. Chicken gyro had no flavors. Tilapia fish was good

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We stopped by 22 Bites on Saturday night to get some take out because I love Halal and I was thrilled when I just happened to notice they were a newer spot in the neighborhood and they've been on my book marks for quite a while. Now I write tons of reviews and don't just give out 5 stars that easy but they totally deserve it! First off the staff was so friendly and welcoming. The young man who took our order was so nice. I ordered the chicken gyro platter that comes with rice, fries, salad, white sauce, & some pita bread. Extra white sauce for me. My husband ordered the 22 Bites Platter that comes with Beef & Chicken Gyro, Salad, Rice, Tahini, Hot Sauce, & Pita Bread. He also added a side of the white sauce. We waited about 10 minutes and he let us know our order was ready to go. I also asked about delivery since we live in the area and he let us know they do offer delivery through either Uber eats, Grubhub, or Doordash so I picked up one of their menus and we were on our way. We got home I unpacked the food and took my mandatory pics...lol I added a little hot sauce to my chicken gyro platter and dug in... I really enjoyed it. The chicken was juicy, the rice had a good flavor, the salad was fresh, and the fries were crisp. I really liked the flavor of their white sauce too and the pita bread was nice and fresh. It's a very large portion so I did have left overs. My hubby on the other hand.... no leftovers...lol I asked him how was his food when obviously I knew the answer. He said he really enjoyed it. So needless to say I see many return visits in our future. So basically if you're in the mood for some delicious Halal food with some wonderful friendly service then I highly recommend you pay 22 Bites a visit. read more

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This is such a find for us! Excellent Mediterranean halal food, good portion, reasonable prices, and friendly and courteous service to match! Funny, the gentleman & lady owners were watching futbal together on their own TV away from the one in the dining room and we shouted and laughed at the same time! Since I had a brunch already, I just ordered the fish platter, which is well seasoned and delish, and a baklava to shut down my tooth fairy. A definite go-to place for halal food if you're in the area -- even if you're slightly out of the way like we are, it's worth the trip. read more

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Key J.

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Delicious food. Great portions. And great service from this family owned establishment! Very nice owners. Highly recommend.

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5/5 AMAZING FOOD!! TOTALLY COMING BACK!! I was in the mood to try something new and my sister recommended me 22 Bites! It took us only 10 minutes to get there, which was great. When we arrived, the restaurant was very clean and the owners kindly greeted us. I decided to order the Chicken Gyro Platter because it looked delicious in the pictures! The wait for the food was about 10 minutes because they were preparing it right at that moment. It was nice knowing the food was being made fresh! Once the food was ready it smelt AMAZING!! I couldn't wait to get home and try it already! My first bite of the Chicken Gyro Platter was DELICIOUS!! The rice, sauce, chicken, and pita bread were prefect. I also really enjoyed the side of salad:) I 5/5 definitely recommend 22 Bites and will for sure be coming back! Thank you to the owners for the great ambiance, incredible food, and for being so sweet!! read more

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Bryan W.

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Excellent! Falafel was perfect. A+ Hot sauce. The platter was high quality and the white sauce was great as well... Love it! Will be back soon to try more of this great food.... read more

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Brandon M.

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I recently got takeout from this place after work the owners were so friendly and the food was great! I got the 22 platter thing they have on their menu the chicken and beef were so flavorful and was a nice healthy meal after a long day I highly recommend. read more

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Quick and fast delivery ! Food was actually fresh and tasty . The rice is flavorful and not like your typical dried out rice that takeout has. Great portions as well and everyone was so nice read more

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JZee M.

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We ordered 2 beef gyro platters. Chose to go there because it's the closest to us and wanted to try something local. Unfortunately, the food isn't as great as some of the review says it is, but not terrible either. There's no need for fries when going for halal food as they get soggy by the time you get home. I'd prefer more salad and no fries. The meat is also not seasoned as well as other halal places. On another note, they are very clean and have good customer service! read more

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Chris A.

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Definitely craving halal and this did the job. It was so delicious, some of the best I've had. Everything so flavorful, filling and fresh. I did an online order and picked it up, was greeted with friendly service. Only a few tables inside. I'd definitely recommend getting it! read more

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Dina T.

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The food is really good! It is a cute quick place to eat. I ordered in and the food was done in less than 10 minutes. It was so good I went back the next day! read more

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Ben L.

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Friendly family owned local Delicious and fresh food Highly recommend the food...you will love it read more

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Love this place! The owners are very sweet and always a pleasure to visit. Food is really good.

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Very welcoming and friendly atmosphere. The food is always great and the service is attentive and speedy.

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Angel R.

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It's a small restaurant might be hard to find but it's really good quality food and reasonable pricing. I always get the gyro chicken platter like atleast once a week! It's so good, comes with fries. Big portion. read more

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Ashley M.

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This is solely based on french fries. I requested them to be fries extra crispy (luke extra crispy) AND THEY DID IT! Omg the best delivery of fries I have ever had! I would kiss the hand of the person who fried these. read more

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Cheyenne B.

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Loved this place! Stopped here on a whip during a weekend home, and had a taste for halal, something you can't easily find in Jersey. Went inside and everyone was really nice. Seemed like a family owned and run business. I ordered the chicken platter and my mom order the chicken fingers and fries. Price point is good, portion size is EVEN BETTER. Omg I got so much food, it lasted me three meals. Chicken was well seasoned, and the rice was delicious. Next time I'll ask for white sauce on the side, but no disappointments for me. This will have to be one of my go-tos when I'm home! read more

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We were in the area and we almost didn't go due to some of the negative reviews. I ordered on Grub Hub and noticed the prices were higher than in store so my advice is call or order in person. Very clean inside and the woman working was lovely and super nice. My husband and I both got the mixed gyro platter and agreed there was so much flavor. I feel it was great for the price. Would definitely go again if in the area read more

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Funda E.

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Place is clean and the owners very friendly and warm. I had the regular gyro sandwich but they have some interesting wraps on the menu- it was fresh and warm and great flavor. Authentic style- made me remember Brooklyn (which is a good thing!) definitely going back with the family. read more

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Kate Y.

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I did not have the same high star experience others seem to have. I got food delivered by GrubHub. There was soooooo much tzatziki sauce that my chicken schwarma was soupy. The sauce also didn't have any cucumber and little garlic flavor. Salads in several reviews showed far more than the lettuce I got and again: soggy. The meat itself was bland even with so much sauce. I could not eat this. read more

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Sarah S.

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Excellent food, especially the falafel. The owners are super friendly and nice. The pickled eggplant is spicy and delicious. Everything is really fresh too. read more

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Cathryn P.

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100% coming back here even though its a little out of the way for me. Generous portion and the man was so so nice! read more

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Faisal A.

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Today I decided to try out 22 bites since it's just 5 minutes away from me and I look for halal food often. 22 bites is located in a very good spot, right on highway 22 northbound and beside Costco. Food: I ordered the chicken and beef mix platter and a buffalo chicken sub sandwich. The platter was not that great. The chicken and beef were missing basic seasoning ingredients like salt pepper maybe some cumin some chili powder. The meat just tasted very bland. The sauce that comes pre poured onto the meat is also not great. The buffalo chicken sandwich was actually very good and I would probably get it again. I don't think the fries in the sandwich are necessary but they're not too bad. Maybe a little less fries would help. Overall: I was a little skeptical at first to try this place out but I always like to give a new halal spot a try. Considering this restaurant is fairly new, there is potential but unless there are basic seasoning changes this restaurant may not do too well. Best of luck! read more

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Seems to be run by a very friendly and helpful family. They offered to grill the fish for me instead of frying it (gluten intolerant). The falafel was good, and the fries were piping hot and crisp. read more

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Nikki C.

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Better then expected!! I got the tasty 22 bites platter and it was so good. I've never tried halal food so I wasn't sure what to expect. But me and my fiancé loved it and will for sure order again! The service was very quick! And the platters are full of food. My fiancé also ordered buffalo wings which tasted good. Typical buffalo wings but he didn't even need to eat them because he was so full from the platter. Definitely recommend this platter! read more

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Great place to grab a quick bite. I like getting the platters as a salad. The pickled eggplant is really good with just enough heat to keep you going for more. They also deliver now! read more

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We had a really tasty lunch here after stumbling across it on route 22. Very nice mom and pop type establishment, great portion sizes, everything was fresh, hot, and tasty. read more

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Rice is stale, chicken has a sandy texture. Small portions when it comes to meat. And they must be delusional when coming up with the price because the taste and other factors doesn't justify it at all. Nice people though. Just quality issue read more

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Did a pickup order of beef and chicken gyro platters, plus hummus and pita. Overall, not too impressed with the quality, especially when compared to some of the famous vendor cart-type places. Food was relatively bland for Mediterranean, and no hot sauce was served on the side (could have asked for it). Also, pita wasn't the freshest, nor were the fries they served on the side. That said, staff seemed friendly, and I'm willing to give some of the other items a try. read more

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Wow I love the food from 22 Bites! Such a nice change from the other take out choices in town! May I suggest the 22 Bites platter, it's my favorite since I love spicy. It isn't too spicy though, the perfect balance with the white sauce! Not to mention the owners are so friendly. I get very nice vibe from this restaurant. I hope they do really well! read more

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Great halal food variety, great customer service and atmosphere. Ordered the Fat22 sandwich, fat burger, 22 Bites platter and a dozen hot wings for takeout all for under $50. Will be a regular. read more

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22 Bites is a new establishment, just being opened a few months ago, but quickly gained popular in town! This popularity makes sense, considering the amazing food, service, and staff. The menu has lots of traditional mediterranean food, but also food that even the pickiest eater would love. I recommend the falafel, it's the best I've ever had. The tziki sauce (if that's how you spell it) is amazing. The 'fat sandwiches' are super popular, and my family loved it. The gyro platters are filling, and a great price. The interior is super colorful and clean. I definitely recommend! read more

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The best comfort food around. They are the best owners and the food is just great. It's a great local spot to go to.

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Ordered chicken and rice platter, chicken and beef with rice platter, chicken fingers with Mac n cheese fries on seamless. The meats were dry but the Mac n cheese fries was very good! This place definitely doesn't compare to the halal guys in nyc but it's not bad, advice to the cook please put more Tzatziki sauce on the platters. read more

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Great halal eatery that has fat type sandwiches. I always add on the container of white sauce to my order. It's great to dip the meats in ,eat mixed in your platter, or dip your sandwich into. read more

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We cook most meals at home and don't get take out very often, but whenever we want takeout 22 Bites is our go to every single time. We are obsessed with their Chicken Gyro Platter. Everything we order is amazing and their white sauce is the best around. The owners are also lovely and so sweet! We got all our friends and family hooked as well! Prices are great and you get lots of food. Food is always ready so quick too! read more

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More info about 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant

1040 US 22 E
North Plainfield, NJ 07060
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(908) 402-2565
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Hours

What time does 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant open?

22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant close?

22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 10:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun Closed

Payment methods

Does 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant take Bitcoin?

No, 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant does not take Bitcoin.

Does 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant take credit cards?

Yes, 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant have catering options?

Yes, 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant does have catering options.

Does 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant have a drive thru?

No, 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant does not have a drive thru.

Does 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant have a happy hour?

No, 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant does not have a happy hour.

Does 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant serve alcohol?

No, 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant allow dogs?

No, 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant does not allow dogs.

Does 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant have TVs?

Yes, 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant have bike parking?

Yes, 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant has bike parking.

Does 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant have outdoor seating?

No, 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant does not have outdoor seating options.

Does 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant have parking?

Yes, 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant wheelchair accessible?

Yes, 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant is wheelchair accessible.

Does 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant have free WiFi?

Yes, 22 Bites Halal Mediterranean Restaurant has free WiFi.

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Specialties

We serve halal Mediterranean platter and sandwiches, specialty in fat sandwiches and pita wraps, kebabs chicken and beef, gyro or Shawerma beef and chicken, falafel platter and sandwiches, salads and more, pickup, delivery and dine in

History

Established in 2020.

We start our restaurant in February 12 , 2020 That's can till you what happens, almost 3 weeks before Coronavirus start, we straggling yes , but thanks god we continue in the business and now we are keep going and blessing, thank you very much for keep us in business, It's all about our good customers Thanks

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Kabab Paradise

4.4(860 reviews)

18.4 mi

I thought the food was FANTASTIC. The menu had so many options from swarmas to fries to platters to…read morekebabs. There's so much you can chose from. For the price and flavor it was so worth it. I got two meals out of mine. I got the gyro platter and it probably was one of the tastiest meals I've had in a long time. I thought the chicken was seasoned and flavorful. But by far, the best part was the white sauce. I would pair it with the mango lassi and it was such a great explosion of flavors - both savory and sweet. I will say they ask whether you're okay with onions and raisins in your platter. I liked them but I know raisins might not be what most people prefer to add to their rice. Service was fast. You can either order at the front table or at your seat. They got the food in a reasonable amount of time. The place looks small from the outside, but when you walk in, there's a back room worth of 30 people worth of seating. It's extremely cozy inside. There's also a parking lot right next to the restaurant and also across the street. The lot right next door is kinda small though, so you might need to loop around. Parking shouldn't be a problem and you can get a really good stop if you're lucky.

Great food full of flavor with a lot of options. I had the falafel gyro platter which was very good…read moreand large enough to provide 3 meals. Definitely will be returning

Food is good and authentic

Mixed gyro platter. No raisens.

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Falafel, hummus, baba ghanouj

Famous Kabab Cuisine

4.4(150 reviews)

6.1 mi

For two millennia, Afghanistan, a landlocked country at the crossroads of Central and South Asia,…read moreboasts a rich and diverse culinary heritage. The country's cuisine reflects its multicultural history, with influences from Persian, Central Asian, Indian, and even Mediterranean culinary traditions. Though the food was served quickly, it wasn't made quickly. Rice, particularly long-grain varieties like basmati, is blanched for a day before it's cooked. Meats are marinated in carefully prepared concoctions for hours to ensure tenderness. Lamb shanks are stewed for hours each day. Never had Afghan food? You're not alone. There are only a handful of Afghan restaurants in NJ. Located at the Westfield Plaza off of South Avenue E, some of my colleagues decided on takeout as first-timers for lunch, which came recommended as the food tastes and feels like home from this family-owned and -run establishment. We called the order in for their family platter consisting of Ground Chicken, Lamb and Beef Kababs, Garden Salad, Brown Rice, Fresh Naan Bread, and a side of Potatoes with a red sauce and yogurt. Upon arrival at Famous Kabab Cuisine, my colleague and I were greeted by the owner, Ahmed, who has more than 25 years of experience in making fresh bread and kabob, and informed us of a 5-minute wait. The food remained hot back into the office, would feed 5, and have some for leftovers. The kebabs (ground chicken, beef, and lamb) were well seasoned, tasted delicious, and paired beautifully with the brown rice. Top that bread or kebab with the trio of sauces. A white yogurt sauce with dill is very reminiscent of tzatziki sauce, a vinegary green sauce with cilantro and pureed walnuts, and, for those who do want the heat, a red habanero sauce that should have come with a warning. Overall, one can tell the food was made fresh with quality ingredients. It is not cheap, but one gets decent portions, which we can recommend.

This was my first time trying Afghan food, and it was absolutely delicious! I'm already craving the…read morebolani again. On paper, the bolani description doesn't sound like much, but it's a flavorful, fragrant flatbread stuffed with potatoes and spices. The additional dipping sauces made it all the more tasty. We also tried the kofta korma, which was a saucy dish of spiced ground beef patties that paired perfectly with rice. Can't wait to explore more of the menu. We ordered takeout but next time we'll have to stop by and dine-in.

Chicken tikka kabab

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Kabab Paradise

4.4(162 reviews)

18.1 mi

I've been trying to get here since I moved to the area, but I finally made some time to visit…read moretoday. Food: I ended up ordering a chicken platter with rice, peppers, pita, hot sauce, and white sauce. It was my first time having the Afghani style which included carrots and raisins, which was a really nice addition to the foods. This hit multiple flavor profiles and did not feel heavy at all, probably one of the better platters I have ever had tbh. I also really enjoyed the white sauce and found out that they sell them in bottles which I might use when I cook my own halal platters at home. Aesthetic: 6-8 tables with a nice ordering area. Located just off of Route 10 and Salem Street which makes it easily accessible for many. Service: both people that helped me were so kind it makes me want to go back there again just for how nice they were. I do plan on going back often when I can now that I found a great halal place by me.

Great Monday lunch. Stopped in around 2:30 and ordered a lamb gyro platter (which I've been…read morecraving). Served with rice, shredded carrot, raisins and pieces of pita, it was really delicious. Great friendly service. Music a little loud, but that's me. More than enough for one meals; can't wait to have leftovers for tomorrow's lunch. I'm adding Kabab Paradise to my go-to list of delicious restaurants. Highly recommended. Oh, plus they have extra white sauce in a cold case. Wow.

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Look how clean and organized this fridge is!!!

Flaming Hot Halal Grill

4.5(74 reviews)

52.2 mi

Locally owned & operated

Certified professionals

Great food and front desk man was so helpful. Definitely come back again but this time try g new…read morethings as I'd like it all! Atmosphere was great as well.

Everything was delicious, we tried Mix Gyro with white sauce and special sauce it was on point!!!…read moreBest Gyro I ever had and I'm from Jersey! Falafal was good and they have better chicken tenders than Popeyes. No pic we ate everything on site