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Given the spotty reviews lately, went in with lowered expectations. Still the same large dining area, parking lot etc. We wanted seafood, and that's what we got. Seafood appetizer for 2 was not cheap, but they didn't skimp. Good portions of octopus squid shrimp grilled well in a nice sauce. Whole Bronzino was the ultimate test. They did fine. It was a big fish, enough for us to share. Grilled well, moist and with tasty sauce which didn't overwhelm. Lemon potato was a hit. Next time I would go for Greek salad instead of house. All in all, not a bad meal for about 83 for two. BYOB was a good thing for us. read more

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Went here last night with another couple before seeing a show at The Welmont. Great location because you can park your car at restaurant and walk to theater. This place is a BYOB. We started out by sharing a Greek salad. Well prepared and a small is enough for 2 to split. For mains our friend had the shrimp kabobs and the tiger prawns. My buddy said the tiger prawns were very good , but the shrimp kabobs were just ok. My wife had the chicken kabobs and enjoyed them and I had the beef and lamb gyro, also good. The food is not outstanding, but it's a solid 4. Service was excellent and the space is very nice with some outside seating. read more

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Came on a weekend day with a big group of 10 with a reservation. Service was friendly and timely. Big menu with lots of options for all different palates. 1. Zucchini chips - Delicious, fried, wish it was a little less salty. Came with tzatziki. 2. Prawns - Amazing. 3 huge prawns that filled me up and my plate was clean by the end. 3. Baklava - Average, sweet, good. Overall a good place to try at least once, especially if you're craving Greek. I will come again. read more

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M S.

8 days ago

Recently my family and I dined at Greek Taverna a restaurant located at 292 Bloomfield Ave in Montclair NJ. I had no complaints of the food and service which were fine. However I did have a problem. When we were seated and the server was taking our drink orders, I stated I just wanted water. I was told by the server that they could not serve water due to a problem with the filtering system and water was unavailable for a customer to consume. However if I wanted to drink water I would have to pay $7.50 per bottle. If water could not be consumed by a customer due to a potential hazard, then how can they operate a restaurant for public dining with a questionable water supply? The server and Manager was unable to answer my question. In my opinion it was just a way in order for a person to drink normal water was to pay $7.50 a bottle. This is a rip off and not the correct way to treat a customer. The water comes out of the same system for human consummation or used to prepare food. If the restaurant uses water to prepare food for customers then the water should be good enough to drink me cannot neve think about returning to Greek Taverna read more

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Nikki S.

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Ordered through Uber Eats so I could get ready and eat before going out. Ordering was easy, the food came with time to spare. I had the 1 stick souvlaki (chicken) with the housemade chipotle sauce. I requested no onions. I enjoyed my meal despite there being some onions incorporated in the salad. They were big enough to pick out. I'd definitely order from Greek Taverna again. It's a great healthy yet delicious option. read more

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Adam B.

6 months ago

Good food, good service and a nice place to sit. Our second visit and not disappointed. Our favorite Greek restaurant in the area.

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Pipo G.

5 months ago

Sad i used to go there all the time..last time we went, i was dissapointed. Ordered bifteki it was rotten and disgisting, wow ..will never go there again..oh no wow..it used to be amazing but now no good..food is not fresh read more

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Monique made our dining experience even better. Food is good. Always consistent. Good service. read more

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Kate B.

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Cute place, good food (especially the baklava), fast service! Quick and delicious Greek meal! read more

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Katarina M.

1 year ago

Came with husband and friends at last minute, this place genuinely exceeded all of our expectations! Our server Anna was very kind and attentive to us, while highly knowledgeable about the menu. Food was amazing, especially the calamari and filet mignon special! The only thing I would have wished to see is a selection of Greek wines. Will be back soon! read more

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Cass L.

8 months ago

Randomly found this restaurant online and glad I did. The food was prepared quickly, the chicken was quite delicious and gold star for the customer service! Will definitely try them again. read more

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JC R.

2 years ago

We ordered delivery, food is pretty safe, but I have to say that their baklava is delicious. read more

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Jeannette L.

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I've had some really good dinner meet ups here. My partner and I have had a few date nights here, too. - Great Greek food - Huge portions (I always leave with a takeaway box) - Friendly service - Relaxed and chill vibe Greek Taverna has a private parking lot also, which is convenient. The seafood entrees are good. Also, very good vegetarian options on the menu here; my vegetarian partner-approved :) read more

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Yiotis P.

9 months ago

Great Greek food! Mousaka is delicious. Great atmosphere. The stuff are very professional

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Araz Razzy P.

1 year ago

I lived on an island for over a decade, so I am a bit skeptical to order fish when we go out because I'm always comparing freshness and flavor to the Mediterranean. Since a friend of ours highly recommended for us to get the Branzino, we did. I was mind blown. You cannot compare the quality, freshness and taste to anywhere else. Their potatoes melted in your mouth, and along with everything else was so flavorful and amazingly delicious. The service was on point and ambience reminded me of the taverna's in Cyprus & Greece. I look forward to dining out at the Greek Taverna again. Their food was excellent. Their service was excellent. Their dessert was excellent. Hands-down five ! Absolutely LOVE. read more

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Miguel H.

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Greek Taverna is pretty solid in my book. I usually order takeout via Uber eats or on occasion I'll order and pick it up myself. But today I had some free time during lunch and decided to stop by and check out the dining experience here. Upon entering I was greeted by a lovely and attentive lady and was quickly seated and handed a menu. She asked me if I wanted anything to drink and told me to take my time looking over the menu. She returned quickly with my drink and proceeded to take my order. So today I wasn't in the mood for something light, I need a hardy meal today. So I ordered Lamb Souvlaki Wrap with Greek fries an extra tzatziki sauce. I always need extra tzatziki sauce! Anyway, the food didn't take very long to come out. Which was wonderful for me because I was starving. So about the lamp wrap, what can I say it was a pretty solid Lamp Gyro. All the ingredients were fresh. The tzatziki sauce tasted wonderful as always and the lamb was cooked to perfection! There isn't really much to say about this place. It truly is just your every day normal Greek restaurant. There's nothing fancy about this place. There's no bar so they don't serve alcohol, but it is a BYOB. So don't forget to bring your favorite bottle wine when your dining here! All and all I might just be popping back in here from time to time with a bottle of wine to enjoy some dinner and the wonderful hospitality. read more

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Lyndsie L.

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Food was tasty! Went for lunch. Nice that theres a parking lot. Its a big restaurant with nice decor. Service was good and food was affordable. Will return for sure ! read more

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Deb A.

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I didn't like the food at all. The chicken was lacking flavor. It's kind of dry and didn't have the char flavor from the grill. The shawarma also was lacking flavor. I'm not sure what meat or filler they added but it didn't taste good to me. The rice is just plain rice. I've had better Greek food. read more

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Rob G.

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The place was pretty good. Liked the food. We had various plates, check out the pictures. Service was awesome. Definitely recommend this place if you feeling some Greek food and you are in Montclair. read more

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Bilge E.

3 years ago

I ordered online and received wrong item.I called them and explained the situation and the worker didn't even listen or doesn't understand English keep telling me "kitchen will close soon I can not do anything call tomorrow " I asked his name he didn't tell me and just hang up the phone. Called again and picked up but no voice! That is ridiculous! Return my money back! read more

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We decided to finally try this spot out and am very glad we did. First, how about they are in Montclair and have a parking lot!!! Also they a BYOB +++. The staff was very attentive and friendly. Our server Ana was awesome. Everything we ate came out quickly and was paced perfectly between courses. All the dishes were cooked perfectly and very very delicious. We will return. read more

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Annie B.

2 years ago

We were there this Saturday and the atmosphere was so quaint and lovely. The waiter was so accommodating. The owner Nick was so nice. We had ordered the appetizer for 2 which was great and yummy and very filling. We each ordered an entree gyro platter which my husband loved and I ordered a chicken gyro. We were both full from the appetizers that we ended up taking home the entrees. We of course had greek coffee and shared a dessert I wish I could remember it but it was so yummy and delish! We will definitely be back again. Everyone was so pleasant. Loved it!!! read more

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Dined here years ago. Can't remember why I put them on pause. It was a nice Monday evening that I decided to dine in. Rustic decor, I sat in the middle of the dining room to take it all in. I was hungry. Shrimp saganaki , Horiatiki salad, Greek fries, chicken kabob dinner. As the server approached the table with the shrimp saganaki, he stopped. Just like that it was a full flame presentation. All of the patrons wowed in unison. The Horiatiki salad had chopped lettuce and capers. Medallion greek fries, we're just fried potatoes. No lemon juice or feta. I suggest you request they fry them crispy so you can dip them in the best taztiki I've ever had. Chicken kabob perfectly marinated and right amount of char. I returned twice for takeout both times For the salad. One with chicken added, I didn't enjoy the sliced chicken, it lacked seasoning. Second visit, the chicken kabob perfectly cooked and seasoned. If they have the phyllo, fresh tomato and feta available get that too. Overall, great service Fresh ingredients Nice portions Parking lot read more

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Beth L.

3 years ago

I'm obsessed with this place. It's always a good experience and has never disappointed us. Had a reservation tonight on a busy Saturday night dinner rush and watched the kitchen team and floor staff/ etc work like finely oiled machines. Halloumi is fantastic, perfect herbs and flavor. The beet salad was nice and hummus was excellent. The complimentary pita is always a nice addition. Great lamb souvlaki, generous portion and great service. We're always happy here and come back again and again. Also of note: the owner personally cared for us tonight and gave us a free taste of some mouth watering pistachio baklava! read more

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We had a very large private party here and the food was absolutely delicious. The steak was a perfect medium rare, the lamb was tender even though it was medium, rice was delicious and not dry, calamari was perfectly crispy and fresh, the branzino was flaky and juicy, and the dips were flavorful. Would I come back here for dinner? Yes, absolutely. Would I have another large private party? Probably not because there was much less privacy than expected and they are not well equipped to host approx. 50 people. read more

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Beth L.

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I'm obsessed with this place. It's always a good experience and has never disappointed us. Had a reservation tonight on a busy Saturday night dinner rush and watched the kitchen team and floor staff/etc work like finely oiled machines. Halloumi is fantastic, perfect herbs and flavor. The beet salad was nice and hummus was excellent. The complimentary pita is always a nice addition. Great lamb souvlaki, generous portion and great service. We're always happy here and come back again and again. Also of note: the owner personally cared for us tonight and gave us a free taste of some mouth watering pistachio baklava! ‍ read more

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Stopped in for an early dinner and had no problem getting a table. We really enjoyed the halloumi and falafel appetizers. We ordered a few different skewers that were tasty too! Nice portions and flavor. The pita that they brought out when we arrived was so good as well. Loved the Greek sparkling water option too read more

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Howard A.

2 years ago

Waiter forgets to input to computer the order for a party of four. Unfortunately waiter only inputs 3 orders. After the 3 main courses were served, the waiter said the 4th dish is coming soon. That was a lie and the waiter was caught in the lie. The 4th dish arrived when the other 3 people finished their meal. He never put in the order. Unprofessional owner: he didn't take off the error 4th dish. Regrettable I won't be recommending this place not ever deal with an owner who doesn't know how to do the right thing. Not even a comp dessert or coffee! read more

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John D.

2 years ago

Most of the food was pretty good, until I found a piece of plastic in a spanakopita. They took it away without even an apology

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292 Bloomfield Ave
Montclair, NJ 07042
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(973) 746-2280
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http://www.greektavernausa.com

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Hours

What time does Greek Taverna open?

Greek Taverna opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Greek Taverna close?

Greek Taverna closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Greek Taverna take credit cards?

Yes, Greek Taverna takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Greek Taverna have catering options?

Yes, Greek Taverna does have catering options.

Does Greek Taverna have a happy hour?

No, Greek Taverna does not have a happy hour.

Does Greek Taverna serve alcohol?

Yes, Greek Taverna serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Greek Taverna allow dogs?

Yes, Greek Taverna allows dogs.

Does Greek Taverna have TVs?

No, Greek Taverna does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Greek Taverna have bike parking?

Yes, Greek Taverna has bike parking.

Does Greek Taverna have outdoor seating?

Yes, Greek Taverna has outdoor seating options.

Does Greek Taverna have parking?

Yes, Greek Taverna has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Greek Taverna wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Greek Taverna is wheelchair accessible.

Does Greek Taverna have free WiFi?

Yes, Greek Taverna has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Rustic and casual with a hint of elegance, Greek Taverna is the perfect place for all your special events and simple nights out. Our delicious homestyle authentic Greek cuisine is the best in Montclair, NJ. At Greek Taverna enjoy fine dining and finer company. As you feast on genuine Greek specialties, including all of your favorites, you'll find all our food is prepared with the freshest, hand-selected ingredients. You will savor the flavors that only come with a truly amazing meal, and keep coming back again and again. From its historic and beautiful cities, to its stunning sea-swept coasts, Greece is a country rich in tradition and character. The culinary traditions have enjoyed thousands of years of careful crafting, and we follow those same authentic recipes. Experience this old world charm as you dine in the comfort of our lovely restaurant. In the timeless tradition of the Mediterranean, our authentic decor transports you to a simple, more elegant place and time. We love hosting your special events. We have event rooms available for rent, and full onsite catering available. Call us for more information and to schedule a party your guests will never forget. Come enjoy a fresh and mouthwatering meal with us at Greek Taverna, today! We look forward to serving you.

History

Established in 2008.

Greek Taverna has been serving Montclair authentic Greek food since 2008. Our mission is to provide delicious food in a beautiful and inviting environment. With over seven years of success, we look forward to adding you to our long growing of happy customers.

Meet the Business Owner: Peter H.

Peter has been in the restaurant industry for many years. He enjoys being able to serve the public at Greek Taverna where quality customer service is the driving force of the business. Peter hopes to provide you such a positive experience you'll remember to return to Greek Taverna when you're in need of a delicious Greek meal with the people you love.

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3.9(487 reviews)

0.7 mi

We enjoyed a brunch here on a busy Sunday. Plus for being able to seat 7! Overall, the vibe is…read moresuper cozy and warm but sophisticated. The brunch menu has all the classics but with a Lebanese twist. They also feature their entire regular menu too so you will find something. I tried to the Middle Eastern eggs which came with fried eggs, humus, labne, salad, and a pita. It's pricey at $16 but it was a well balanced and flavored meal. My husband got a granola bowl with honey and fruit and it was a very generous portion with some amazing fresh fruit! Overall, give it a try for both brunch classics or to try something new!

The place is charming and the service was great, however overpriced in my opinion . I ordered the…read morelamb kufta and it is so tiny even though it was the full size meal . We also had the falafel which were just okay in my opinion . The shawarma wrap is good too but nothing special for the price and portion they offer .Although a popular brunch spot it missed the mark !

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Le Souk - Montclair

I was truly looking forward to enjoying this place because the Yelp reviews seem to rave about the…read morecozy atmosphere, wonderful service, and the fresh food preparation. But although I found the restaurant to be cozy and my server to be friendly, the food though freshly prepared was just average at best. Let me explain. So, after perusing the menu, I saw a few Mediterranean staples, such as, baba-ghanoush, lentil soup, and a beef Shawarma entrée. So I decided to order all three of those items. Now, let me tell you not only was I excited to taste the food here, but I truly wanted to experience what a majority of people on yelp said about this place and its food. But I soon discovered that you truly cannot trust other peoples opinions when it comes to food. You just literally have to try it yourself to see if it even resembles that cuisines standard benchmarks. Well anyway, let me get to what I thought about the food. The lentil soup it's pretty tasty, but it would serve lukewarm. The baba-ghanoush was also tasty, but the pita bread was stale and void of any flavor. And as for the so-called Beef Shawarma entrée, it was literally chopped up cubes of beef! Nothing near to what a standard Shawarma entrée should resemble, or let alone taste like! To be quite honest, I was so disenchanted with the Shawarma entrée that I asked my server to take it away and just give me the bill. I was ready to go! But my server genuinely saw my disappointment with this so-called Beef Shawarma that she pleaded with me to try another entrée. So I asked her to recommend another entrée to me. And she recommended the Skewered Chicken entrée. So, I caved in and went ahead and ordered this Skewered Chicken entrée. But I should've just went with my gut feeling and just should have paid the bill and left. I say this because it took forever for them to prepare this Skewered Chicken entrée and I mean forever! And this is on a Tuesday night with only two other people inside the restaurant, so literally this place was empty! (Not sure if the Cook made me wait for this dish out of spite for me sending back the first entree but that is my suspicion). Anyway, I got my server's attention and she told me if I could wait a few more minutes because they were plating my dish and that it will be out shortly. And that literally took another 10 minutes. To say that I was eager to get out of this place would be an understatement. I was standing up literally putting on my jacket when the dish finally reached my table. My server asked me kindly to return to my seat and to try her recommended entrée. So I gave her the benefit of the doubt and I did so. The Skewered Chicken entrée was a little better than the so-called Beef Shawarma entrée, but really nothing to write home about. What a letdown! I really wanted to give this restaurant one star, but my server really showed genuine concern about my dining experience. And I truly appreciated that. And so as for my take on Le Souk of Montclair NJ. I would caution spending your hard earned money at this restaurant. The food is mediocre at best and there are a lot of better options in the Montclair area for Mediterranean food.

Le Souk is one of those places that stays with you. The moment you walk in, it feels like you're…read morebeing welcomed into someone's home. The food is incredibly flavorful, everything from the creamy hummus to the smoky baba ghanoush to the juicy chicken shawarma tasted homemade in the best way. The pomegranate chicken was a standout, sweet, tangy, and full of depth. I loved the special brunch board-it had a little bit of everything! Chef Jumana has created something really special here. You can feel the love and intention behind every dish. It's BYOB, and they also have a small market inside with Middle Eastern spices and goods to take home. Can't wait to go back!

Chicken kabob

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460 Bistro

4.7(94 reviews)

2.4 mi

I've been here a few times over the years. Starting with a place to get food to my dad who had…read moreissues with traveling and then just for myself and Lovey when we were in town. It's a lovely restaurant and the owners are friendly and happy to chat. Seeing as I grew up in this town, it was kind of weird to see such a great Middle Eastern place take hold - back in the day it was Chinese or Italian and that's IT. We've tried a fairly extensive range of their offerings, appetizers to entrees, and they're uniformly well made and well presented. Lots of parking in the lot in back and other than the longish walk around the block to get to the front door, nothing to criticize about access.

Great atmosphere, great service. I personally found the food mediocre but all of it tasted fresh…read more I had the lentil soup & my wife had the chicken soup, both were bland in our opinion & the lentil soup was a really light consistency which was not what I was expecting, calamari was really 10/10 fresh with good light breading but sauce was bland & did nothing for it. I tasted piece of the chicken in the chicken salad & it was really good & well flavored so it was kind of puzzling to me that The chicken thigh lacked flavor even though the chicken itself was fresh & delicately grilled, vegetables was great especially the baby potatoes, rice was meh! But it came with no kind of sauce. There were at least 3 tables celebrating their birthday which I took for a good sign & place appears child friendly without being annoying so it seems like a great neighborhood spot. With good atmosphere & great service, & fresh ingredients, I was somewhat disappointed in the lack of flavors in several dishes but I would still cautiously recommend this place if you live in the neighborhood but I would not go out of my way to get to this restaurant.

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Mishmish Cafe

4.4(455 reviews)

2.2 mi

I enjoy both the food and the atmosphere at this Mediterranean restaurant on the northern side of…read moreUpper Montclair. My favorite entree is the vegetarian platter for two, called Vegan Strong, which includes freshly prepared tofu, hummus, delicious bread, and a variety of vegetables. The spicing is tasty and distinctive without being overwhelming. The desserts here, mostly different varieties of healthy cakes, are also top notch. The smoothies are excellent; my favorite is the protein bomb. The atmosphere includes many local people enjoying a break from their jobs or school assignments. The people here are friendly and you can often enjoy a conversation with someone you didn't previously know.

A truly lovely amalgamation of a welcoming ambiance, great n quick service and absolutely delicious…read morefresh Mediterranean food. Menu spans lots of options, and I'd recommend the shawarma bowl and schnitzel pita (fantastic!). Outdoor seating is available too. PS: they've changed their name to Marcel, so don't let that confuse you PS2: did I mention they play a serious pastry game here too?

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Chicken Shawarma Dinner for Two

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Rola's Kitchen Mediterranean Grill

4.4(267 reviews)

7.3 mi

Overall, an excellent experience. The food was amazing and the ambiance was top-tier. The place is…read morebeautifully done with a super cool, upbeat atmosphere, great music, and a live DJ mixing that really sets the tone. The staff was welcoming and attentive, and the menu had great options across the board. Food-wise, I have zero complaint everything was flavorful and well prepared. A special shout-out to Rola, the owner, who personally came out to check on us and make sure everything was going well, which really shows how much care goes into the experience. It's also BYOB, which is a nice bonus and makes the night even better. Definitely a spot worth visiting again for great Mediterranean food, a fun vibe, and an energetic atmosphere.

Wow, stunning & beautiful place. Start off ambiance was great, it was quiet and early since I came…read morehere for lunch but love how welcoming they are. Service was great and wonderful, the young lady always checked up to make sure everything was great. Food was so tasty & had flavor to it! I had ordered octopus with hummus, it was very well cooked & I had to have pita on the side. I also ordered shish kebab filet mignon & as well very well cooked, not overcooked or dry at all. The rice was plain, which was okay for me. The onions definitely made up for it to combine it together. To top it off I also got fried calamari, it was a little bit chewy overall still had flavor to it. My go to drink was a mint lemonade that they make it into a slushie. I never had a mint lemonade so the taste to the drink was new to me but I loved it! You could bring your own liquor becusse they do not sell that. Overall amazing place for a quick lunch or dinner!

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Taboula (parsley,tomato,onions,lemon ,olive oil)

Beyond Pita

4.3(195 reviews)

0.5 mi

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It's a takeout place. It's tiny. It's cash only. There's free parking in the lot. Those are basics…read more Want me to go beyond the basics about Beyond Pita? Start with the food. It is fresh and really flavorful. The go-to's you cannot leave without are the loaded falafel pita and baklava. When you get deeper into the menu, there are unexpected delights. I swear on the Eagles, Sixers, Flyers, and Phils that the Philly cheesesteak here is the tops...and I've eaten enough of them to know. Maybe the best thing I can say about BP is that even after I moved out of Montclair, I still head back. Go. Bring cash. **update: Venmo is OK*** And if you end up not liking it, that's a you-thing, bruv.

2026 Apr 18: 1) chicken kebab with salad and hummus 2) chicken kebab rice salad There were two…read moretables and we ate outside. Food is enjoyable!

Chicken kebab hummus and salad

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Steve G.

14 years ago

I don't get some of the bad reviews. This place was great. It has a parking lot, which in Montclair is huge. If its full at 8:00, well that's how it goes. Being an ex restaurant server, I know that sometimes you have to wait, even if you have a reservation. It happens. I waited 10 min for a table when I had an 8:30 reservation and thought that was perfectly fine. The food is authentic and amazing, and anyone on here who compares it to diner food should never be allowed to review a restaurant again. The whole grilled fish is awesome, and if you don't like bones in your fish, don't order it. No one will ever get all of them out. And its a whole fish. If you order a 2-3 lb. fish on a Fri or Sat, be prepared to wait, but it is so worth it. The service is impeccable. Tho, again here I may biased, as I used to serve. I understand when they're busy that they're only human. The atmosphere is great, but the place does get terribly loud. That's the only reason why I didn't give them 5 stars. We go there once a week (my wife is Greek) and order delivery from them once a week. Management is wonderful, continually making sure you're having a good time...we really feel like family. We even had our daughter's Christening party there, in their small private room. It was an amazing day, and they definitely helped with that. We've even had them cater 3 of our parties at home. Once, I picked up the trays and they were ready at the appropriate time. The second time they delivered them for us, and the third time not only did they deliver the trays, but I was able to hire one of their servers for the night to help set up, serve, explain to our guests what the dishes were, and clean up. This place, and its staff are wonderful. read more

Gary B.

14 years ago

So this is my second review of the place, and I have to say my impression stays the same. THis place is awesome! I read somewhere that the portions are small. That guy must be 7 feet tall and 400 pounds, because their portions are HUGE! And as far as being over priced, they are right in range of any other upscale restaurant in town. $180 for 6 people is nothing. If you can't afford to go out to eat, don't. People bash this place, I think, because they have no concept of Greek food. This place is more authentic than the other 2 Greek establishments in the area and the staff is way more accomodating. This time around We split a Mousaka, which is like a Greek Sheppard's Pie, a To Piato (mixed grill) that was cooked perfectly, a greek salad, and the prawns. You gotta try the prawns. And their homemade desserts are to die for. read more

Bella M.