Food is astronomical I promise you this is a vegan heaven low-key service was quick with two great…read morebartenders and super fast delivery food was amazing must try. The ambiance was cool a quiet setting the darkness sets the mood of thriller effects and hand crafted sculptures almost a Gothic type of look seats were comfy most tables for four people but room for more. Great for a date night or with friends Bar on deck.

I've been going here for a decade. I genuinely am sad to say this place is no longer what it used…read moreto be. Service has declined tremendously - we were practically forgotten about when dining here last night (it was a Saturday night with only two groups of people in the restaurant and 3 servers, so don't understand why we'd be neglected). Prices have almost doubled and portions seem to be getting smaller. The burger used to be $18 and is now up to $25. I understand inflation is a real thing but damn. Apps are now $17 and used to be $12 and service is now the worst it's ever been? What am I paying for? Maybe they're under new management or something but wow I don't see myself going back anymore after a decade of dining here. It was a fun run while it lasted.

Having been to several Veggie Heaven locations this was my first time at this one. I learned they…read moredo all the baking of desserts here and even offer dessert options not found at others. I also love how menus vary in general so you get a chance to try different options. My server was fairly new but extremely accommodating and made it a point to clarify or get clarification on everything. He also asked what sort of flavor profile I was looking for and got chef recommendations (with some adjustments offered). 5 star service! Some of their dishes use seitan / tofu and some use an in-house made plant based protein. Salt and Pepper chkn- super crispy. Only thing it needs a dipping sauce! I asked for hot mustard (house made) and mixed in some soy. Main- I got some garlic pepper crispy chkn in a house sauce. This was amazing. Savory, perfect amt of sauce They had some thai dishes, jamaican dishes (patties!) and malaysian options. Will be back!

While visiting my big sis, I stopped in for takeout. I ordered the Scallion Pancakes and General…read moreTso's Chicken w/ white rice, the food was good, the "chicken" is listed as spicy but was not but the flavor was nice. The restaurant itself was cute and clean. The service was good and the wait was short.

I ordered the veggie combo for 2; the food was good. I was not a fan of the plating. Instead of…read moreeach item placed on the plate twice (one for each person) it was 1 large serving of each item. The honey wine is served in a traditional berele which I liked, but I did not like the wine at all. Tasted house-made and under fermented. I recommend if you're into liquid sugar. They played Spanish music in the Ethiopian restaurant The waitress either checked too frequently or barely, no in between. This is the worst ethiopian spot I've ever been to, but it's decent for take-out/uber eats. Ideas for improvement: Better plating Actual East African staff Training wait-staff to be appropriately attentive (do they have clean napkins?) Giving wet-wipes with the check (customary with finger-food dining) Play Ethiopian music.

When we were toddlers, it was natural to eat with our hands…read more But as soon as we managed to hold a fork and spoon, we were expected to use utensils. As children and adults, using your hands to eat was frowned upon. Fried chicken and a few other dishes were exceptions. Although, to be honest, I'm one of the few people in the world who grew up eating fried chicken with a knife and fork. Let me introduce you to Ethiopian food, where utensils aren't usually used. I guess you could call it a hands on experience. The best way to experience it in central New Jersey is at Dashen Ethiopian Cuisine in New Brunswick. https://www.dashenethiopiannj.com/ Dashen, managed by a husband and wife team - Alemayehu Hailu and Tsigereda Lemlemayehu, also offers a full bar and a big screen TV for sports events. It is a delightful place for a special meal. They also do catering. The meal starts with injera - a spongy, fermented flatbread that is spread over a large serving plate. The other foods are placed on top of this sort of sour dough bread. All of the dishes - meats and vegetables - are well cooked with fragrant sauces. They are served with a pile of folded injera. How do you eat it? You rip off a piece of injera and use it to grab some meats or vegetables or scoop them up. Then you pop it into your mouth. The sourly fermented bread and other dishes make a great combination. Whether you go for meat or vegetables, the keys here are the spices. There's a chicken dish called Doro Wot. It is simmered in a special spice sauce with onions, garlic and ginger. And served with a hard boiled egg. There are dishes of cubed beef and ground beef, and lamb. There's a lamb stew called Yebeg Alicha with onions, garlic, ginger, peppers, turmeric and other spices. The same spices can be applied to a fish fillet, salmon or shrimp. But my favorites are the vegetables. There's Misir Wot, split lentils simmered with special spices, onions, garlic, tomatoes and ginger. Gomen is collard greens with onions, spices, garlic, ginger, tomatoes and jalapenos. Tikal Gomen is cabbage with the same spice combination. Kik Wot is yellow split peas cooked with garlic, ginger, tomatoes and special spices. Dinich Alicha looks like a mixed vegetable plate with potatoes, carrots, string beans, garlic, ginger, tomatoes and spices. The food can be very spicy or quite mild. Talk to your server so you order the dishes that are to your taste. The best way to eat Ethiopian food is on a combination plate. Go with a small group of friends. Have a combination plate of meat dishes. Order another combination plate of vegetarian dishes. That will give you eight to 10 different dishes to sample. Different beans and meats and vegetables. There's a variety of textures and flavors. And eat it slowly. In fact, don't just eat it. Savor it. Really enjoy each delicious taste. Eating Ethiopian food at Dashen is not just a meal. It's an experience. You can get takeout or delivery. But it is so much better in the restaurant. I urge you to get out of your culinary rut and visit Dashen. Dashen Ethiopian Restaurant & Bar 88 Albany Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 732-249-0494 They are closed Mondays.

I'm in love! The food is so fresh, from the salad to the chicken... the rice pilaf is cooked to…read moreperfection, pairing perfectly with the marinated chicken kebab. The salad is crisp and flavorful, but not over done. Together they marry perfectly. I like to add the yogurt sauce over the chicken kebabs and rice, it just creates a velvety smooth texture. I'm a sucker the their bhabhaganouj. I'm positive it's made fresh for each order, it's warm, hint of garlic. I can eat this alone with pita and be happy. The hummus is bright and delicious. Perfectly smooth texture, pure mouth watering goodness. Can't leave out the taboulli salad. Always fresh, never overdone, and the added pomegranate seeds give it a burst of joy in your mouth. The lentil soup has this earthy, rich vibe to it. I think they add cumin, and provide a lemon wedge which just brightens it and ties it altogether. Making a perfect lunch all on its own. I can't wait to try more!

We were pleasantly surprised by this cozy Mediterranean spot we stumbled upon while visiting New…read moreBrunswick. They have takeout downstairs and dining area upstairs. We shared a few dishes: eggplant salad, feta plate and falafel platter with creamy hummus. The tangy feta was served with slices of cucumbers, tomatoes and olives. The smooth humus was served with four falafel placed on top. The eggplant salad was seasoned well. The fresh baked bread definitely elevates the dishes. Everything was incredibly flavorful and clearly made with fresh ingredients. We didn't finish so don't over order. The service was another highlight. Our server was genuinely sweet and attentive as busy as it was. We didn't have room for dessert, but the baklava looked absolutely delicious -- definitely something to come back for!

Great find in New Brunswick! An informal dining experience, very clean. Waiter helpful and prompt…read more Food excellent! My wife had the Vegetable Rice Plate and I had the Grilled Lemongrass Porkchops. We also each had a Jasmine tea, and the Fresh Spring Rolls (not fried) with chicken and shrimp. The seasoning was unique and very tasty, in particular on the veggies and tofu in my wife's diner, my grilled chops, and the chicken in our spring roll. Each was different and delightful. A big plus for us were the vegan dishes for my daughter. We did takeout for her. She ordered the Curry Tofu and Veg Rice, and veggie egg rolls. Very reasonable for the city. About $85 for all three of us including tip.

I found this place because of the great reviews and wanted to try a good bowl of Pho. Let me tell…read moreyou right away: get the small size! After ordering, I saw people at the next table asking for takeout containers for their leftover Pho, and now I understand why. I ordered the chicken Pho for $17. The portion was enormous, but honestly, I'd recommend the small one for $12, it's definitely enough. The broth was a bit too salty for me and didn't have that deep, rich flavor I usually expect from Pho. There was a lot of chicken and noodles, though, so it's a hearty bowl. The place itself is spacious with plenty of seating, but our table wasn't very clean when we sat down. Service was quick, probably because it wasn't too busy. Overall, not the best pho I've had, but not bad either, a solid 4 stars.

Stopped by 12:45 pm on a Saturday…read more Two salads to go Fast, friendly service Under $58 Worth the drive

Good salad bowls. I would have liked to see more vegetarian options for the noodle bowls…read more Overall menu is limited.

I arrived in New Brunswick by train, which is to say I trusted the machinery of civilization to…read moredeliver me to lunch. It did. A short walk later, I found myself at Destination Dogs, a place I had seen in photographs that suggested capaciousness. In reality, it is smaller.  This is not a complaint, just an observation.  I remember once hearing something about the contents of small packages. At 12:30 the place was full. Packed with humanity and appetite. I was seated quickly, as if someone had anticipated my hunger in advance. From the bar came the sound of construction crews discussing their midday rituals. Apparently this is where they come on Fridays, to repair themselves while they repair the city. It explained everything. Service was swift and attentive, a minor miracle given the crowd. I began with a Scotch egg, an item that seemed to have wandered in from another story entirely. I ordered it for that reason. I had always imagined my first Scotch egg would be eaten in an English pub under low ceilings and older regrets. Instead, here it was. Perfectly crisp, warm, and generous. The universe does not ask for permission. Then came the main event. The menu is an atlas of hot dogs. Domestic. International. Proteins in tube form arranged like possibilities. There is even an invitation to build your own, which I accepted. I attempted to recreate a favorite from Crif Dogs, a thing called the Spicy Redneck. Bacon wrapped dog. Pickled jalapenos. Coleslaw. Simple in theory. Destination Dogs improved upon it in every way that matters. The bacon crisped with purpose. The jalapenos spoke clearly. The coleslaw behaved. The hot dog itself seemed proud to be there. All of this, plus a 16 ounce beer, cost me about twenty five dollars with tip. A small price for order in a chaotic universe. Five stars. Not because perfection exists, but because this comes close enough to make the argument.

Delicious! Great variety of sausages and toppings to choose from. If it's your first time, I…read moreencourage you to pick something off the menu and you won't be disappointed. Service was awesome, walked in 2 mins before happy hour and the waiter took our beer order in record time. He was also very attentive during our entire meal. I ordered the Andouille Armstrong and it was my fav, great snap on the dog and all the flavors complimented each other great, I also had the Si Si Guey, wasn't my favorite but wasn't horrible, I wasn't a fan of the chorizo, I felt the toppings made this hot dog. As for ambiance, it's a bar, has TV, liquor, beer, etc., but clean. If I was local I'd be a regular!

Heard about this place and decided to try it on a whim . Finding a restaurant in New Brunswick area…read morewith parking is a big deal. But what's beyond that is the core of the visit . Walked in to a nice coffe bar area which did not seem functional .it well decorated with some antique accents keys if different shapes n sizes We were seated and a waiter took our order immediately. The place was a bit busy for a weekday. Complementary wam pita bread n ezme , sun dried tomatoes n spicy jalapeños were not bad . A paper form being warm there was nothing more to it. Got the mixed grill for two which was served with a side of soup and salad . Both sides were delicious. The grilled chicken kebabs and chops were passable though not juicy . All Lamb kebab choices were tough and chewy . This is a mediocre spot as I age v had better Kebabs in the same area . Not my kind of food.

Here I am... 12 years later to update my review!…read more My sister picked Sahara for my birthday dinner because she knows that I love Mediterranean (big change since my last review--a lot has happened in over a decade lol) There is a parking lot, but it is really small and was filled when we visited. On the street parking shouldn't really be an issue in the area. We found with no issue on a Tuesday evening. Inside is cozy.. could be a little warmer, but I'll give that it was an exceptionally cold December evening. The atmosphere gives cozy vibes though, which I appreciate. We were immediately seated upstairs, where they have plenty of large group seating options. Service was attentive and fast. We ordered a round of delicious appetizers.. hummus, saksuka, cheese rolls.. all of it was delicious. I especially loved the octopus app special.. magnificent! Entrees were especially of large portion, which was greatly appreciated. Everything tasted fresh and was beautifully presented. I ordered the Pyramid chicken which was delicious. Their chicken is flavorful and juicy. For dessert, my keskul was amazing! Plenty of pistachio on top with a delicate and very well balanced vanilla custard. I could eat that daily. I definitely plan on returning!!

A surprisingly cute place. The outside doesn't look like much but the inside is so cute and…read morepicturesque. The people were friendly although the food did take a while. I don't typically recommend Easton Ave because it's overrun with students but this place was nice. The food was good and the drinks were nice (nonalcoholic) Decent burrito and guac was nice without being too spicy

Saturday 1/24/26- Yelp week event. It was cold and parking was -- typical of the area but I was…read moredetermined to have tacos here. I brought Mini-Mi as my p+1 and hubby was our chauffer lol. First, staff is super -super nice!! helpful when trying to decide what to order. Mini Me and I both chose three tacos carne asada with the smokey roja sauce. Hubby had the same but as a burrito. For the sides we had chips and guacamole and the Mexican street corn. Drink were Horchata (Obviously). Tacos and burrito were stuffed, and absolutely delish. They have a self serve salsa bar with the three salsa, the smokey roja, salsa verde and habanero. Let me just say I tried all three- fantastic heat to flavour ration and I poured the habanero on my tacos so good! in fact the smokey roja with the salsa verde is a great combination !! Seating area outside is much larger than inside, we sat inside at a table that had just become available- they do a super brisk take out business and we didn't wait very long for our food to be ready. In fact, my husband and Mini-Me - all three of us, agreed we would for sure make the drive again to have tacos here!! If you are in the area or at school near by- you have to come here at least once, to try the food. I paid for my hubby since he was not my +1 and his meal was about $16. so that in itself is very very reasonable for the amount of food you get. We were very pleased with the food, service and price point.

I have had mamoun's before at the manhattan location and just had the falafel sandwich there, which…read morewas nice. But today I tried the New Brunswick NJ location and tried a new item, the Manhattan sandwich. It was delicious. It just hit the spot. This will be my go to from now on.

Meh. Ordered a Lamb shawarma platter. The kiosk ordering is very annoying and it's keep on trying…read moreto up-sell. I didn't looked and rice and "salad" was $1 extra. The lamb was WAY overcooked and lacking in flavor. The rice and salad were bland. I did like nice kick to their hot sauce though. Place is tiny and doesn't do much for ambiance. If you're in a mood for Mediterranean food I'd probably recommend looking for some other place.