Top notch food. The lamb shawarma is amazing. The lamb is nice and moist. The hummus and the…read moregrapeleaves also very good.

I'll forever be thanking the social algorithm that brought a reel about this homely spot to my…read morefeed. This place offers up fantastic Mediterranean fare and is run by some of the nicest people around. When they saw my husband eyeing a platter of an interesting dessert, they offered us both small spoonfuls to sample (I don't remember what it was called, but it was coconutty and delicious). I adored the falafel platter, which was a behemoth serving of 6 falafels, freshly made hummus, tabbouleh, and pita. The falafels were freshly fried and had a lovely sprinkle of sesame seeds. Coupled with a smooth smear of homemade hummus, my eyes were fluttering shut as I ate. My husband's side of the table went similarly silent as he dug voraciously into his mixed shawarma sandwich. He especially appreciated how they toasted the wrapper, which was more like a lavash than a pita. Before we left, we got a baba ghanoush to go. Our jaws dropped when we saw the serving size. We're so used to getting tiny containers from other spots that this giant aluminum platter of eggplant spread - complete with a little pool of fresh olive oil drizzle and stack of warmed pita - had us stilled with shock. We appreciated the sides and variety of sauces that came with our meal. The small cups of mayo, tzatziki, and spicy sauce, along with olives, pepperocinis, and pickled radishes, really helped complete our meal. These small and thoughtful touches made this meal feel more like eating in someone's home kitchen rather than a restaurant. On that note - know that everything is made from scratch and to order, which means the food will take a little longer than you might expect from a fast casual spot. This sweet gem is located on a random street in Hackensack, and a bit hard to find if you're not looking for it because there isn't much to draw attention to it. There's a small parking lot right in front of the restaurant, making it easy to drop in for a quick meal or to-go order.

Relaxed place, good food and welcoming environment. The…read moreshawarma was great, the burger was cooked well, the salads were great. The French fries were delicious.

Came here on a Wednesday night. This is my friends go to platter spot…read more I ended up getting the mix platter ($15.99) and it was really good. The chicken was very juicy and overall the whole meal was very filling and satisfying. I would recommend this spot if you're in the mood for chicken and rice platter. * Desserts available * Street parking * credit card fee

We've ordered food from here various times in a month and it has been consistently the same flavor,…read moreportion, and freshness. The go-to's are the platters here (for value and balance) with 3 sauces, fries + salad (chicken, chicken steak, and chicken lamb - basically just the chicken will do!). We've ordered food from them through delivery and pick-up - and find the staff always calm, and nice when dealing with busy periods as well. We've customized our platters before by increasing the portion of the protein or the fries or reducing the rice and for the price that was good too when we felt like changing it up. We love the chicken chopped cheese sandwich as well - it is mild but it is definitely the less greasier and messier version of the rest. We also love their hot sauce and white sauce. We have gotten extras and purchased the jar version once as well. The other items we have tried are the tenders, fried sandos, and some of the other sides + milkshakes. They are good but not as good as the platters imho.

We got takeout at work and my coworker has been raving about this place for so long so we decided…read moreto try it. I had chicken and rice/fries. Flood was delicious, portion was very generous and reasonably priced. It's a Very good deal!!! Can't wait to try the rest of their menu.

Well-maintained space…read more Order via Kiosks at counter. Food was ready in a few minutes. Excellent service...friendly and efficient. Food was great...very consistent with their other locations. Lots of tabled seating available inside. Large parking lot shared with a variety of other food options including Jersey Mikes, Saladworks, Starbucks and Terriyaki

I generally like Mamoun's but tonight wasn't meant to be. Self- serve soda splashed on me from a…read morebroken nozzle. I let them know but it didn't seem super urgent. Shawarma meat wasn't very warm. Table wobbly. The positives about this location would be the easy parking and large dining area. Hope my next visit is more satisfying.

Been here several times. Today picked up lunch for me my mom and my son, land and chicken bowls…read more Food is delicious. The portions are just right. 2 bowls filled up 3 people. Healthy, and over all great food food service.

My first and only encounter with El Turco was a delivery meal and we had few complaints. Everything…read morewas well-packaged and tasted restaurant-fresh. The baba ghanoush was everything I love in a good eggplant dip and was a definite win in our book - seasoned, textured, and slightly smokey. We intuited this would be delicious by getting two containers of it, and this turned out to be a great life choice. Chicken adana is a fan favorite in our house, and it's done pretty well here. They're like elongated loaves of marinated and spiced ground chicken, and delicious with rice and a dollop of yogurt sauce. We preferred these over the chicken kebab, which were just as flavorful but quite a bit drier. Both entrees were served with a grilled tomato and pepper, which were still warm and charred from the grill. They also came with small side salads, with lightly dressed and slightly wilted greens. My husband appreciated the extra veggies with our meal, but I far preferred the warm and soft pita rounds.

Used to work in the area and would come for lunch every so often. Great falafel but super shawarma…read more Happen to be in the area and stopped in for a quick lunch. The place was empty, still very clean. It has indoor/outdoor seating. We selected indoor seating simply because of the heat. Had the chicken shawarma sandwich. Oh how I miss it, absolutely delicious. The chicken well seasoned, moist and the pickled veggies just put over the top. My son had the mixed meat shawarma also over the top. The portions are very generous and the price very reasonable. If your in the area go and visit

The Middle East is not only a cradle of civilization but also the birthplace of an immensely…read moreinfluential style of cuisine. The food is a tasty tapestry of fresh ingredients, traditional cooking techniques, and bold spices. Its specialties are as diverse and distinctive as the cultures of the 18 countries it comprises. Located off of Route 46 West in Elmwood Park, King Falafel is where I decided on takeout after a 5-year hiatus. Upon arrival at a laid-back, clean, and casual vibe before the lunch crowd, I placed an order of falafel and Greek salad with the friendly chef/owner, Sami, and exchanged a few words. Their menu offers a wide range with options for vegans, vegetarians, and gluten-free. The falafel was crispy, not dry, well-seasoned, and served hot with sides of tahini and spicy sauce. The portions were huge and very tasty. The Greek salad was made to order without onions and green peppers. It was large enough for a second meal. The quality and care the kitchen puts into each dish truly set them apart, and it's authentic. The service was quick and accommodating. The price was reasonable, and one is getting every penny's worth, which I can continue to recommend.

It was delicious and tasty. The warm pita breads were perfect and Malted Beer and mint lemonade…read more The waitress was very sweet and attentive. It was a perfect summer afternoon lunch

I love any place that serves free bread, and the sliced garlic-honey pita bread they set down as…read moresoon as we sat down was one of the nicest and most delicious welcomes I've received from a restaurant. The menu is tantalizing and there's plenty of familiar favorites along with a few new-to-me items that the server readily described when I asked questions. This time, I tried the pargiot sandwich. I had no previous conception of 'pargiot' but another reviewer had sung praises about this wonderfully marinated chicken thigh meat. Having tried it, I'm not convinced it's blow-your-mind good, but it was decently flavorful and tender. You can customize the salad type that goes in your sandwich, and I chose the Israeli salad, a blend of tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions. Mine felt a touch overstuffed since it was harder to taste the chicken and made my pita soggy quicker than I would have thought, but it's hard for me to ding points for generous servings. Our server checked in on us regularly and even thought to inquire about any sesame allergies before setting down the tahini dip that comes with the welcome platter of bread. As the restaurant got full and our visit came up against a reservation, I appreciated how respectfully he asked for the table. Speaking of reservations, it might be a good idea to make one for your visit, especially if you're thinking of coming for dinner. My friend and I came on a random Tuesday afternoon and this space completely filled up. There are also some outside tables available for possible spillover seating, but if your heart is set on coming here, call ahead. Parking in Englewood is always tough, especially come mealtimes because there are so many restaurants here. Make sure you come laden with quarters for the older parking meters or have the ParkMobile app ready for the spots that allow mobile payment.

Coworker recommended this place and I tried and glad I did…read more I ordered the gyro bowl with green blast and plantains and pita. The portion was very generous of all items. Meat is delicious the green blast has a tang which compliments the meat. The plaintains are simply delicious and cooked perfectly. The menu is simple and the customer service is excellent. The restaurant is super clean and the decor is modern. The hot sauce is my choice and it is very HOT. I will definitely be trying more items on the menu and I recommend this restaurant.

Haven't had Juicy Platters in a looong time and it still hit the same!…read more You can customize your platter to your own preference - just keep in mind it already comes with lettuce and comes with 2 containers of white sauce and 1 container of hot sauce (which are both a must have!). I'd probably opt to do half rice and lettuce next time, as the rice was a large portion,

Spread across two continents and made up of seven different geographical regions, Türkiye is a…read morecountry of diverse and delicious culinary delights. Plateaus and plains of fertile soil formed by now-extinct volcanoes, snow-covered mountains, and fast-flowing rivers lend themselves to a rich and varied table. Influenced by Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Central Asian, and Eastern European food and culture, Turkish cuisine is distinctive, as varied as the country itself. Located on busy W Palisade Avenue in downtown Englewood, my partner, our friends, and I decided on Antioch Restaurant for a celebratory dinner before a show at the nearby Bergen PAC. We made a reservation for a party of five via Yelp. Upon arrival for some of us as first-timers, this BYOB establishment offered a cozy yet modern vibe that felt both welcoming and elegant where we were seated immediately. The dim lighting sets the perfect mood. A well-balanced menu features plenty of choices for everyone. We decided on Antioch House Falafel, Turkish Meatball, Chicken Gyro Plate, and Classic Fettuccine. We began our meal with complimentary huge balloon bread (Balon lavaş), but it became hard like a cracker once it cooled. The food was fresh, well-executed with a distinctive combination of traditional and contemporary flavors, and delicious. Every dish we tried and tasted had been cooked with the utmost care, authenticity, and the presentation was amazing. The owner, Ugur, was a pleasure to talk to--friendly, welcoming, and professional. Definitely one of the better restaurants we've tried in the area, and a place that represents Turkish cuisine very well.

I ordered take out and spend almost $100. Food was good. The lamb chops needed salt and pepper and…read morewere quite small. It comes, 3 lamb chops with a small amount of rice and a salad. No pita bread for $43. I also got the mixed cold appetizer which has 5 different spreads and that came with only 1 pita bread cut in half for $24. How ever the appetizer was good flavor just needed more bread. Ground meat pide was pretty good. For dessert I had the khanefe. I'm used to it being a little more crunchy and syrupy but I guess that's just a personal preference. Overall food was good. They don't give you enough. Portions are small for the pricing.

I was a bit hesitate since I don't love the cuisine and came here for lunch with a big group of us…read moresince everyone voted yes for it but me. We just found our own seats since no one showed us to one. The waitress was young and very friendly but seemed a bit timid. Oddly our friend only ordered a soup and that came out before all our meals. So, she was trying to be polite and her soup got cold while we all were waiting for our sandwiches. However, when my sandwich came (the falafel mixed with shwarma) - it was awesome. It was huge and extremely filling. The tahini sauce was delicious. The grape leaves we got were really good as were the French fries here (though a bit pricy for the French fries). I would definitely return though and now look forward to it! I'll be the one voting yes for this spot now!

Overprice tasteless food. Small sizes and look like the food was old. French fried really dry…read moreshawarma look like chopped left overs. No napkins no utensils. Very disappointing. $50 gone to the drain.