After wedding venue touring, Enjoyed a lovely dinner at…read moreDervish! Turkish food- flavorful! Great ambiance and service! Appreciate the complimentary tea with the baklava! Parking on site!

The place is very clean and bright It was crowded but large…read moreenough that we were not packed in The menu is very large with something for everyone We got the mixed grill for 2 I think 3 people could have eating The coolest thing is they served it with dry ice then poured water over very cool not sure why but very cool A little pricey but food was great We will be back

This was my second visit. And, unfortunately, it was not as good as I remembered. We visited at…read moreabout 2 PM on a Friday. My companion and I both ordered the salad with grilled salmon for $20 each. The salmon was a handful of tiny cubes of salmon filet with skin on and was a bit fishy. The restaurant is clean and nicely decorated. The service was fine. But, I do not know that I would return.

First time I came I was SO impressed. This time I was equally disappointed. My friend and I came…read morefor a late lunch. We both ordered the salmon salad for $18. Perhaps I wrongly assumed we would get a salad with piece of salmon on top. We got a chopped salad - which was fresh and tasty and well-dressed, that included literally 4 at best, 1 inch x 1 inch chunks of salmon - with the skin on. And the salmon tasted fishy. For the price, one expects at least a small filet of salmon on top of the salad. And at the very least one that doesn't taste fishy and aged. Not sure I want to take a chance again.

If you have not yet been to The Olive Bistro in Little Falls or Clifton, New Jersey, please stop…read morewhat you're doing and fix that immediately. This place is an absolute gem. From the moment you walk in, you're wrapped in warmth--by the people, the culture, and the unmistakable love poured into every single dish. The food? Spectacular doesn't even begin to cover it. Every visit, I either try something new or let them choose for me (which I highly recommend), and without fail, I'm blown away. Not once--not ever--have I been disappointed. Every bite feels thoughtful, soulful, and deeply rooted in tradition. The flavors are rich, comforting, vibrant, and unforgettable. You can taste the care, the history, and the pride behind the food. And the people? Truly some of the warmest, kindest souls you'll meet--welcoming you like family, not customers. I can honestly say I'm being slowly--but very happily--converted. The beautiful food, the incredible hospitality, the culture, the entire experience... it's something special. The Olive Bistro isn't just a meal, it's an experience, and one I crave again and again. Do yourself a favor: go hungry, go curious, and go often. You'll thank me later.

Went on a Thursday night and had a GREAT experience! We started with the hummus- incredibly…read moreseasoned, creamy, and drizzled with olive oil and served with tons of pitas for dipping. Mixed Grill and Chicken Musakh was amazing . Cute interior, good service, and delicious food.

It is hard to believe that Mandaloun was once a Friendly's - best known for family-friendly…read moreinexpensive, American comfort food like burgers, sandwiches, and ice cream. The new owners have completely reimagined the space into a moderately upscale, but still family-friendly, Mediterranean oasis with a contemporary aesthetic that's also a huge culinary step up from its predecessor. The staff was friendly and super attentive without ever being overbearing and went the extra mile to ensure we had a great meal and a great experience. My dining companion and I started with the special Trio Dip ($20), a fantastic, delicious starter with shareable portions of traditional hummus, a unique avocado hummus, and perfectly smoky baba ghanoush with crunchy walnuts alongside with a basket of warmly toasted pita bread. For our entree, we decided to share the Mandaloun Mix Grill ($40) and split the three kebabs -- filet mignon shish, ground beef kofta, and grilled chicken. This platter is a masterclass in grilling with three juicy and flavorful kebabs. Mandaloun also pays attention to small details that make the dining experience so memorable. We were both huge fans of the dipping dish with a concoction of olive oil, za'atar seasoning, and sesame seeds served with the pita and the toum -- an emulsion of garlic, oil, lemon juice, and salt which creates a thick, mayonnaise-like condiment that is 100% vegan and dairy-free -- served alongside our entree that's a perfect zesty pairing for the grilled chicken. One of the staff noticed how much I enjoyed both and brought over a small 'to go' container of each for us to take home. There was also a brief "if you know, you know" moment during dinner that I am sure was entirely unintentional. Our Mandaloun Mix Grill entree came with a tasty green salad topped with crispy pita strips, which felt like a very sophisticated homage to the Friendly's Crispy Chicken Salad entree that was topped with tortilla strips. PRO TIP #1: Bring a bottle of wine or beer from home to enjoy with your meal. Mandaloun is a BYOB establishment and does not serve alcohol. PRO TIP #2: Bring cash. Mandaloun has added a small surcharge for using credit cards to pay for your meal.

Looking for a new place in a different town for our Saturday nite date/ dinner n stumbled upon…read moreMandaloun in west Caldwell w great reviews on yelp n thought we'd try it. Lovely modern restaurant on Bloomfield and w plenty of parking. Friendly welcoming staff. Tastefully decorated. I forgot it was BYOB. But the mint lemonade was so good. The strawberry lemonade ok. The owner of the restaurant was friendly n walking around n checking to make sure everyone was well taken care of. The warm house bread w a diff kind of filling was v good. We had the lentil soup n muhammara- a dip w roasted red peppers walnuts . Tasted good w the bread. Soup was good too. Had the scallops n jumbo shrimp w cous cous. Tasted really really w generous amount of shrimp. The branzino w a squash mashed potaton zucchini crisp n a garlic butter sage sauce wax to die for. Perfectly cooked n was so delicious. We topped if off w Syrian ice cream - never heard of tried it so had it and was good. Also had the desert a layered kinda cake w pistachios n cream. That was good. Thanks for a great dinner before the mamma jamma snow storm.

Came here with a girlfriend of mine for a girls date night…read more First thing I noticed when I entered was the beautiful interior design. The restaurant itself is gorgeous and spacious. There was loud music when we entered, but it shortly was turned down/ off. Our server was quick to greet us and we placed our order. They give you bread and oil and we ordered the Mediterranean tour which contained hummus, eggplant and muhammara, which is made of red peppers. The place is BYOB, but the way. My friend got the chicken kebab and I got the Adana kebab, which is a mixture of lamb and beef. Our food was delicious and came out hot and the presentation was also beautiful! Throughout the night, the music would get super loud and I was unable to chat with my girlfriend right across the table from me. This happened various times through out the night, which was odd, but I was just happy it was not consistent. Otherwise, socializing would have been impossible. Our server also disappeared after a while, so I had to go up to the hostess to ask for our check when we were ready to go. Aside from that and the loud music, we enjoyed our dinner, overall!

Good Food, But Service So Bad We Were Ignored Repeatedly!…read more Our party of six was ignored over and over by multiple staff members, even after repeatedly asking for basic water and glasses. This was not understaffing--there were plenty of employees walking by, simply choosing not to serve us. After chasing down five or six different people, we finally got minimal service, but by then the night was ruined. Good food can't outweigh being blatantly ignored, and I will never return.

Okay i might be a little impulsive today with this review but when i enjoy my food, the restaurant…read morehas to be thanked! I only knew about this place thanks to yelp as usual. Durum Doner is pretty close to the gym i go to which is good...and very bad! Lol Anyway, when i arrived I didnt notice the place right away and had to do a couple of turns. Inside was nice and cozy. It wasnt a very large place but had enough space to accommodate maybe 10-15 people? There is also outside seating. I bet its nice during a nice sunny weather. As you can see in the photos submitted by many Yelpers, the food looks very good! One of the things that caught my attention was actually how they prepare their plates and how nicely the meats were cooked. When i tasted my orders, they did not disappoint one bit! Chicken and beef were very flavorful and the smell that wafted inside the car as i was bringing them home was sooo darn good it was almost torture. The rice that came with the beef and chicken gyro was flavorful for some reason and the mix of "noodle strings?" was surprisingly very good. Pita bread was nice and soft although became a bit soggy after since it was placed below the meat. Perhaps it was also to catch the oil? Hmm. But either way, i was a happy customer today and ate my big fill...Fyi after a workout. Not good!! But sometimes you just have to be bad right? Will definitely be recommending this place!

Really nice couple own Durum. I really like the chicken shish and the shepards salad to go. They…read morealways keep me warm while I wait with free turkish tea! Very good

I have been to other Turkish restaurants. This is the best I have been to, ever. The…read morecomplimentary bread they give at the beginning of the meal was incredible--it was soft and flaky and melted in my mouth. We got the mixed grill for two. The presentation of the dish was out of this world, and all the meats were delicious, tender and juicy. I thought that chicken might be dry, but it was so juicy! We also tried a traditional Turkish dessert, the kunafeh (sp?), and it was light and delicious. We needed a light dessert because the mixed grill for two filled us up. The waitress recommended the kunafeh, and she was spot-on!! Our experience was excellent. Service was great. The atmosphere was fun and festive. We would definitely go back.

Amazing food at an unexpected location. Dervish Turkish hit the spot…read more Came here for iftaar, and surely they raised the bar. I ordered the cige kofte and Mixed Grill platter for 3 and was pleasantly surprised. The kofte was greatly seasoned and the meat from The platter was so flavorful, and NOT DRY! The platter came with shredded lettuce and pickled cabbage. The interior of the restaurant is nice and pretty, and servers were all attentive. I would definitely come back, bringing both family and friends.

Just had a wonderful visit at the Little Falls location of Jackie's Grillette! This place has been…read moreon my list for a while now, but it's a bit of a trek for me and I knew it was on the smaller side so finally got a chance to stop in on a random weekday during maternity leave. There are a handful (probably about ten) two-person tables inside, and one outside. The interior is bright, clean, and minimal. There are lots of different options to choose from -- you come for the Mediterranean food, but they have a good amount of standard breakfast options (like avocado toast), smoothies (with protein available), coffee, and pastries. I got the falafel mezze (app) and the lamb gyro pita. Both were incredibly fresh and delicious -- you can tell everything's made with care and quality in mind. On top of that, the staff, particularly the person that brought me my food and checked in on me, was super attentive and kind. I would come back here in a heartbeat!

A super cute local place perfect for brunch and afternoon treats! Everyone was friendly and helpful…read moreand didn't rush me when I was deciding on what to order. The food was fresh and the tuna was not overwhelmed with celery or mayo. They give a mint infused water for free for the table which is a nice little touch. Will come back again!

Pleasant surprise! I created my own salad. You choose the base and get five toppings included with…read morechoice of dressing. Topping choices were being freshly filled when my friend & I arrived. I chose romaine with chopped egg, avocado, buffalo chicken, mandarin oranges, & roasted cauliflower with balsalmic vinaigrette dressing mixed in. Everything was fresh & very tasty and the portion was quite filling. My friend chose a salad off the menu, which was also made on the spot, and she was able to choose an alternate dressing to her liking. This fast casual choice hit the spot today and fueled us well & comfortably to enjoy some post lunch shopping.

I tried this place once and thought it was very average. The salad is definitely a bit pricey, but…read morecompared to places like Panera Bread-- it has bigger portions and more options. The service was alright-- they weren't the friendliest but they were doing their job. I ordered the mandarin chicken salad. It had oriental sesame dressing which was very sweet, but good. However, at one point it got a bit too sweet which made the salad hard to finish. The chicken tasted alright, nothing about it stood out to me. Something in the salad also tasted a bit fishy-- not sure if it was the dressing or any of the toppings. I don't like the taste of seafood so I was not a huge fan of the taste. The overall salad was just average and wasn't special in any way. I'm not sure if I'll come back. Although the portions are big, I am still paying $10 for pretty average salad.