The Tequila River

My wife and I moved here literally on 7/26, and this was the second place we ate at. We found it…read morewhile just walking around enjoying ourselves. Really wish I took photos - therefore just like the great convos with the wonderful, extremely personable and educational counter gentlemen - will be coming back real soon with photos Review: Hudson Kebab House isn't just good--it's memorable. I had the gyro wrap, my wife had the chickpea salad with falafel, and both dishes were so on point they brought me right back to my time in Istanbul. Flavorful, fresh, and clearly made with care. The wrap was balanced, not greasy, and the falafel had that perfect crisp-to-fluff ratio. But what really stood out? The person behind the counter. Not sure if he's the owner or just part of a family-run operation, but his energy was magnetic. He checked in with us--and with everyone who came through the door--like we were all regulars. Friendly without being overbearing, helpful without the upsell. He made the food taste even better, if that's possible. This spot has soul. It's the kind of place you return to not just because the food is excellent (it is), but because it feels good to be there. I'll be back very soon to try the kebabs, and when I do, expect a full deep dive--possibly with pictures, definitely with passion. 15/10 - must try. Strong BUY, erm, sry, not investing.. STRONGLY RECOMMEND

I believe this place has been remodeled to be called "Little Greek", the menu and restaurant…read moreremains fairly unchanged, but has a more modern vibe inside now. First time trying yesterday and I was delighted. I got the mix kebab plate and baklava. Tzatziki was full of mint flavor and perfectly complimented the charred meats and buttery rice. I loved that this plate had an assortment of gyro and kebab meat, and came with pita and salad as well. Overall super good quality and great service, fast takeout and well packaged. I can't wait to return and try their other items!

Humus

Spicy vegetable

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El Jardin

4.4(42 reviews)

0.9 mi

Had a wonderful time at El Jardin Restaurant in North Bergen! The food was excellent, the ambiance…read morewas super cozy, and the service was outstanding. Highly recommend checking them out!"

Stopped in at this restaurant to get dinner. When I arrived I parked on the street nearby. I walked…read moreinto the restaurant and was greeted. I sat and ordered with Avilino and he was great! I ordered: Iced Mint Lemonade El Jardin Starter Sample (hummus, falafel, cheese borek) Beef Shawarma wrap mixed platter shrimp platter I loved the lemonade and the Sampler was good as well! The shrimp and the mixed platter weren't too bad. All in all, I had a good experience!

El Jardin Mediterranean Cuisine

Adana Kebab

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Stefanos Mediterranean Grille

4.0(252 reviews)

2.1 mi

I found this place randomly searching for gyros. The reviews and pictures convinced me to bookmark…read morethis place. Stopped by on a Friday night. The place has a Greek/Mediterranean dine in vibe with wall-art to match. Ordered take out and was told it would be about 15 minutes since everything is made to order which I'm totally cool with. Ordered two shish Taouk combination ($21 each) which is the chicken shish kabob and gyro meat combo with pita sliced, rice and salad. It comes with salad dressing and garlic mayo sauce, very tasty. The portions are huge and the meats solid. Had to get a side order of tsatsiki sauce ($1.50) since I was having gyro meat which had a mixed yogurt texture, it was alright, taste wise. The garlic Mayo has more flavor. Overall it was a solid meal. If I'm in the area I'll def get the shish Taouk kabob platter. * Shopping mall parking *** YOU NEED TO REQUEST TSATSIKI SAUCE WHEN ORDERING THE SHISH TAOUK COMBINATION!! * Closes at 8pm (Friday) * Try to bring cash, suggested by the person in charge.

Great food and great service. Grubhub really messed things up but Stefani's went the extra mile to…read moretake care of us . The food was exceptional. Best around the area and it was fresh!

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Madison Cafe and Grill

Food 10/10 Atmosphere 10/10…read moreService 10/10 Everything about this place, including the food, service, the inside decor was amazing. Brunch menu had a little bit of everything, Mediterranean to classic brunch menus. Chai latte was served HOT which was awesome!!

One of my favorite cafes ever! in general I am not a fan of French toasts but I LOVE their…read moreblueberry mascarpone French toast, so delicious! I also tried their Lebanese coffee and the avocado toast and it's soo good! Service is very professional and polite. Beautiful ambiance, modern and cozy. The place has a classy cafe vibe with nice lighting and a cute outdoor seating.

Avocado toast

Osso Buco pork shank

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Cast Iron Center Cut Filet Mignon

Taverna Veranda

4.1(325 reviews)

2.4 mi

•$$$

The food, ambiance, service, chefs kiss!!! I sat outside with a beautiful view of the water and NY…read moreskyline. The inside was so elegant yet vibrant! I ordered the lamb chops with a side of potatoes. They were grilled to perfection and packed with flavor. The lobster gyros were to-die-for, as well as the hummus, which was paired with a tasty variety of pita bread. This place was worth the price! ,

A friend of ours recommended this spot so we gave it a shot on a weekend evening when we were in…read morethe area. We didn't have a reservation but they had a high top table available so got seated right away. Service was friendly and professional. We ordered the swordfish and the skirt steak which both were pretty good. A touch on the pricey side for both dishes but we can say we enjoyed the flavors. Cute restaurant with good ambiance that's good for both an intimate dinner or even a nice night out with a group.

Outdoor seating is along the water and has a beautiful view of Manhattan

SWORDFISH

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Molos

3.4(890 reviews)

1.4 mi

•$$$

Hubby made dinner reservations for 6pm. Valet parking only or if you can find street parking…read more Seated at the tables next to the views. It's beautiful. Our server was amazing. She was so friendly and inviting. Food was delish. Wish they had served like complimentary dip/bread. But other than that--our food was delicious. Service was amazing. You don't feel rushed at all. The decor is beautiful. Def a must try!

Great service from the hostess seating us right away as well as our waitress making sure everything…read morewas good and got our order in quick. The place has great views of the city but you don't get much for the money you'll spend. The bill was definitely higher than i expected it to be for simple Greek food. The oysters didn't seem as fresh and had a lot of shell pieces or grains we would have to dig or spit out. If you do find yourself eating here, I would recommend the dip trio or the lemon chicken.

Wine on the Hudson

Happy hour spread sampler

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Cosmo & Prosecco

Lulu Mediterranean

4.1(143 reviews)

1.7 mi

This spot is fantastic! I really love the food, especially since they offer gluten-free options…read more The servers are friendly and quick, which adds to the great experience. Plus, they have a lovely backyard that's perfect for dining outdoors. I had a great time watching the World Cup final there. I highly recommend it!

Only giving 3 stars because the place is too cold on winter! Not pleasant…read more But food is delicious, I love the hummus here Service is good

CHICKEN SHISH ($25)

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Dayı'nın Yeri

4.4(313 reviews)

1.9 mi

As a Turk, I'm usually not a big fan of lahmacun because it tends to give me really bad heartburn…read more But my friends wanted to order it, so I said okay -- and I actually loved it here! It was so flavorful, and the quality of the meat really stood out. It honestly tasted very authentic and definitely met my Turkish standards. And the Arnavut ciğeri completely stole the show for me. The flavor made me feel like I was back home in Turkey, which made the whole experience even more special. I left very happy and would absolutely order to eat here again.

So delicious! The service was impeccable and all of the dishes were fresh and homemade. The mixed…read moreappetizer platter is perfect.

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Backlava.

The Gyro Project

4.3(101 reviews)

1.5 mi•Upper West Side

Had to update my review from last time! While last visit wasn't the best experience, I'm so glad to…read morehave returned. I had heard so many things prior about how amazing gyro project was. And thus knew I had to try it again. Brought my parents this time too. Their was a huge line which speaks for itself but the food itself was delicious. I ordered the Aegean bowl with chicken, the halloumi fries, and the new dragon sundae. The froyo cannot be beat, especially with today's weather! Thank you for the perfect end to a long weekend! Till next time!

Decent enough gyros that you can buy in bowl or wrap forms. You can order from their set menu or…read morecustomize yourself (1 meat, 2 toppings and 2 sauces, along with lettuce and rice). Fair enough prices; you can get an entree for about $15-20 (wraps or bowls, respectively). The line also moves pretty quickly. It's nothing special but it'll definitely do if you need a meal in a pinch.

2.1 mi•Hell's Kitchen, Midtown West

Beautiful and spacious 04/19/25

Greek Club

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Gyro

Mémé Mediterranean

4.0(446 reviews)

•$$$

Everything we ordered here was so delicious, particularly the chicken tagine! One of my favorite…read moreMediterranean spots in Manhattan.

Been here with friends. Been here with family. Appropriate for all. The foods delicious and…read morethere are numerous tastey options to order.

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Erika M.

2 years ago

como yo puedo dejar 5 estrella de un lugar q un día te cobran 10 dólares y al otro 29 del mismo trago como voy a dar 5 review cuando joden a uno de tóxico drogo q bebes si las mismas personas q te atienden son exactamente y peor q uno y las meseras hacen comentario de uno a otros clientes q es un atrevimiento porq no se acuerdan q nosotros como clientes la soportamos la dejamos q un piojo aprendiera y ese mismo piojo diga algo de uno q dsanemos vomo resistió en todo sentido yo me cansé de callar y q hablen mierda de la gente cuando son más podridas q uno con todo caro con las quietos pero dejen de ser tan perrras y creer e puras y castas punto no mas hablaré me dan risa vergüenza q se atrevan hablar de uno de personas q te damos oh te dimos de comer hija ubícate para mi 0 review y hace 13 años fui una clienta fiel pero esas dos perdonarás son un asco de sivergienzas cara duras fresa a y dedo estas personas cobran lo q se la la gana simple porq nadie lo dice no lo sé es mas simple alejarse y no ir entonces eamaldota de que hablamos usted pelea por un macho q ya fue suyo y aún cobra explicaciones y q queda su marido mina ubíquese antes de hablar mal de una persona q ni le love a sus putos pies no por linda ni santa por perro y mejor cállese aprenda a no dar comentarios wuevona q usted sale perdiendo por todos lado mija. A mi no me joda corazón q linda e sido con vos sucia chismosa perra y soy yo Erika cuando quiera hable conmigo me cance perra de vos simple read more

Nicole O.

3 years ago

bad service hope one day it gets shut down the worst experience i ever had, if you want to get lit go somewhere elee not to this horrible place i was sexually harassed by one of the guy who works there read more

Rafael B.

14 years ago

New bar in West New York . Really friendly crowd and staff. Full menu of food and cocktails. New favorite bar.

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So a few months ago my girlfriend and I were walking through the park and I happened upon this…read morerestaurant from a distance and I loved the look of it and the signage really drew me in! So finally one Friday night we were ready to have dinner and I suggested we check out Harry's and boy were we in for a treat! We walked in and were immediately seated and it has such a warm wonderful inviting vibe. The entire staff was very very friendly and attentive. We were immediately seated to any table of our choice and given menus, promptly. From the moment we sat down till the moment we left we were so well taken care of by the entire staff. My girlfriend ordered a sangria which was delicious. I tried a cocktail which I wasn't a fan of and she happily swapped it out for a glass of sangria! We ordered the Parmesan fries with this unmistakably delicious truffle aïoli! I highly recommend it! Then we got the smoked buffalo wings which were out of this world delicious! And the brisket sliders were yummy too! It was a lot of food! And we wrapped it up with a blueberry cheesecake and a nice big cappuccino that we shared! Everything we ordered was delicious and our waitress Tiffany was the absolute bomb! Totally loved her! We can't wait to go back and try some entrées but I had a good feeling about this place from the very beginning! If you're lucky enough and you're in the area DO give them a try I don't think you'll be disappointed! And it was pretty easy to get a table on a Friday evening around 7:30ish :) By the way they have metered parking across the street along the park and you can use the app :) Will definitely be back soon especially to try the entrées & brunch! Can't wait! Yum yum!

Came here with a group of four and had heard good things about Harrys. In this predominantly…read morehispanic neighborhood, an American restaurant is a different experience for most. The vibe inside is calm and low lit, good for conversating with others. Although there really is not something that distinguishes the restaurant. The staff was helpful, no issues in service, they noted specific items which weren't available. Now the menu has just a few items which is not a bad thing but I went with the rigatoni bolognese. My honest opinion is that it was just ok, garlic bread was an added price, and for the price of this dish which was 25$+ for about 10-11 pieces of pasta ... it just is not justified. They are charging nyc midtown prices for average food... in a location where theres plenty of other spots that for half the price will give you double the amount.

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Food was alright but the service was bad. The waitress was on her phone and talking to her…read morecoworkers the whole time wouldn't check up on us. I also came on the least busy day there was no one and it took almost an hour to get my food.

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Yup, still solid. Worth the visit. Sunday is a happy hour day too!…read more Still the best salsa, still great service and nicely prepared food.

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It's been SO long since I've came to Noches, even before I started writing consistent reviews. They…read morehave definitely remained consistent with their yummy empanadas and baked goods. I tried their pan extra queso, YUM! I bet it would even taste ten times yummier warmed up, a tasty savory quick bite. The buñuelos were good too although I've had them elsewhere where they were crispier on the outside, and I prefer that texture. For my main dish I ordered the marranitas and when I asked if I could order it with one of each and I was told it already came as prepared? The menu didn't state this so that was off putting. The menu clearly states: "Crispy fried green plantain baskets filled with creamy guacamole and topped your choice with shredded chicken, a fresh tomato-onion mix, or golden pork bites" but I received one with steak instead of the fresh tomato onion mix. It was delicious but I definitely would have preferred chicken and the vegetarian toppings over the steak and chicharrón. Great layout and was comfortably seated with my baby in the stroller.

Amazing food and our server was very nice. They are just very understaffed so expect the service to…read morebe slow. But if you aren't in a rush, the food its well worth it :)

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After my last day in the Jersey/NYC area, we decided to have dinner with a mutual friend who shall…read moreremain nameless, lol. It was the absolute perfect way to close out my first visit to the East Coast. The original plan was going to be dinner somewhere else, but time had pushed us past our reservation. We decided on The Highwood since it was open late and let's face it, who would refuse the view of the NYC skyline? It was a wonderful evening to dine out on the patio and the service was excellent. We ordered our food and drinks and has great conversation. We did not have any complaints about any of the food or drink items. The chicken sandwich that I ordered was very filling. The french fries had a nice crisp to them on the outside and I especially liked the garnish on top. Dressed up fries are sexy fries! We were there for a good while, but the staff was very friendly and didn't try to kick us out or anything. We were one of the last ones to leave, but they were all so nice. I would definitely come back here again. You should check it out if you haven't already. I highly recommend sitting outside as you will marvel at the view across the street! Prices aren't bad and they ha e a broad selection of dishes to choose from. EnJOY your visit!

Labor Day after 9pm in Hudson County-and many restaurants and their kitchens had already closed…read moreearly for the holiday. But three friends, craving yummy eats, strong drinks, and fun vibes, refused to call it a night. Luckily, The Highwood was still open until midnight-just what we needed to kick off our late night yap~ This is an elevated sports bar with waterfront views of Midtown Manhattan, directly across the street from the Port Imperial Ferry Terminal. Metered street parking is limited in the area, but there's a garage attached to the building. Even though it's a few steps above your typical divey sports bar, the overall atmosphere is still pretty casual. There's plenty of seating, whether you want to sit at the main bar, in leather booths, at high tops, or outside on the patio. With over 30 TVs, this is a hot spot to catch a game, from football and UFC fights to the World Cup. You definitely don't have to come dressed to impress, but there's a dress code. It's nothing too serious, more like "stylish sportswear or casual sophistication". Interpret that as you will lol. The restaurant wasn't busy, so we were able to sit wherever we wanted. We chose the outdoor patio, where we had a view of that iconic NYC skyline that we never get tired of having in our backyard. The menu mixes classic pub grub with more upscale dishes-pizza, wings, burgers, sushi, steak, seafood, and more. We started off with some drinky drinks and, of course, took full advantage of the $8 Martini Monday deal... DUH ;) We got lychee & espresso martinis, which were *chef's kiss* I loved the balance of vodka and lychee in mine--sweet and strong! They brew their espresso in-house, so no pre-made mix nonsense here. For our main dishes, we ordered: *Highwood Burger $24 (smashed double patty, aged cheddar cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, dill pickles, and burger sauce on a brioche bun) with side of sweet potato fries *Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich $23 (Southern fried chicken thigh, pecanwood smoked bacon, maple chipotle sauce, lettuce, and dill pickles on a sesame brioche bun) with side of fries *Bluefin Tuna Tartare $22 (diced bluefin tuna, scallions, avocado, mango, sesame seeds, furikake, yuzu ponzu, and rice-nori chips) No major complaints-everything was generally on point. My friends enjoyed the fried chicken sandwich and tuna; both were tasty and good quality. I just wish my burger patties were juicier! Service was friendly and quick. Since it was a quiet night, I appreciated that the staff didn't rush us out even though we closed the place down LOL. Shoutout to the management and staff for working and staying open late on a holiday! Final thoughts... Honestly, there are other bars in the area with better food, but The Highwood is still a solid option. The food didn't blow me away, but it's a great choice if you want a mix of bar grub and elevated dishes. There are still plenty of reasons to come back-game days, weekend brunch, late-night DJs, and drinks with a view. Why not all of the above? Highwood... you passed the vibe check! This was the perfect way to cap off the holiday weekend with friends! Now I'm curious to see what this place is like when the crowd and energy are turned ALLLLLLLL the way up!

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