REYLA was an incredible first dinner in Asbury Park and set the bar high. From the moment we walked…read morein, the staff was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely friendly. The service was excellent throughout the entire evening, and every cocktail we ordered was fantastic. We started with a few appetizers, which were the perfect way to kick off the meal before diving into our mains. For dinner, we ordered the Duck Rice, Schnitzel, octopus, and mushroom skewer. While everything was delicious, the Duck Rice and Schnitzel were the clear standouts. Both were packed with flavor, and the Schnitzel was an especially generous portion without feeling over the top. It was perfectly cooked and incredibly satisfying. To top off the night, we headed downstairs to their cocktail bar, Laylow, and had an amazing time. The atmosphere was fun, the cocktails were just as impressive as dinner, and it was the perfect way to end the evening. If you're in Asbury Park, I definitely recommend checking out Reyla and making a stop at Laylow afterward. Great food, outstanding service, amazing drinks, and an all-around memorable experience.

My husband and I were staying overnight in Neptune so we came to Reyla for dinner. It was a…read moreThursday night and not crowded but a decent amount of people. We opted to sit at the bar because the vibe looked good. I had a lemondrop martini from the half price menu and it was good but a little too sweet. Then I had the Blood Sugar Sex Magic from the regular menu and it was unique and fun. I then had an espresso martini with dessert. I was feeling good after that. We did three appetizers: hummus, falafel, and the halloumi. The hummus had a nice texture but it could have used a little more lemon and garlic. But it was served with a jumble of fresh herbs on top which was very nice. The falafel was amazing. The texture was perfect: very crispy on the outside and light and fluffy inside. Not like the dense falafel you get in some places. It was serviced on top of a delicious red pepper sauce. The server told me it was an old family recipe. The halloumi was fantastic. Very generous and covered in a very crispy coating. It sat in a pool of hot honey. They brought the appetizers out one at a time, which was the perfect way to pace it. We were pretty full by the end so we shared one entrée. We had the lamb kofta. It was cooked perfectly and sat atop a pomegranate labneh. It was also delicious. For dessert my husband had the chocolate cake which was only ok. I had the baklava malabi which was sooo delicious. Great meal and excellent service. Paul the bartender was friendly and made good drinks.

Wow wow wow! The food!…read more The presentation! The ambiance (gentle lighting, semi formal, but cozy)! The service! I was beyond impressed. The food exceeded my expectations entirely. This place was quiet at 5:30 on a Sat night. At 6pm a party of 4 came in and at 6:30 a party of 2 came in. I don't know how this place was not PACKED because this food is INCREDIBLE! Truly. This gem is hidden away in a plaza right off of the highway. The chef is also the waiter, and likely the owner. You can tell he takes pride is his food and knows exactly what he is doing in the kitchen. Although we don't eat meat, both the lamb and chicken specials sounded delicious and I am sure they are! Do yourself a favor and have an incredible meal here. This guy deserves to have a line out of the door!

I can see why the place was empty on a Monday evening when I arrived. The server who apparently is…read morethe cook as well was pretty slow and not very attentive despite the fact that I was the only one there, likely for the last few hours. Before I left, there was a couple who came in who he badgered loudly when they asked him for suggestions. He's definitely not a people person. He does a better job being in the back of the house as the food was grilled well. I wanted to get out of my comfort zone and tried something different that I wouldn't normally gravitate towards. Lamb is not my favorite but I ordered it anyway despite coming in for the salad. I also had the lime and mint drink. Pretty expensive for a small glass and no refills. The food wasn't worth the price and the service was poor. I literally had to go to the back to ask him for extra napkins which he eventually took from an adjacent empty table. Did I mention the place was empty for most the of the time I was there? I also had to get up and go to the back to ask for more water and finally for the check. He was busy washing dishes the last time. Glad I tried something different but next time I do it won't be at cafe 28.

I recently had my sons engagement party at Marmara for close to 60 people. I don't even know where…read moreto start because the entire experience was beyond my expectations. The entire staff was understanding and accommodating. I felt like I knew them my entire life. I have hosted many parties before and many different restaurants and this was by far the best experience. The food was amazing!!! If you are thinking about having a party definitely book here you will not regret it. Thank you to the entire staff at Marmara you made a special occasion even more special. Thank you Mohammad & Michelle Oudeh

Nice environment and Ecem was very attentive. Food was great with large portions. They don't seem…read moreto serve alcohol but it looks like you can byo

After having gotten hooked on Turkish food in Germany for a couple years, I was curious to try a…read moreTurkish restaurant that had come to the town where I was born and raised. I have to say that it was just OK. They did not have the signature Döner rotisserie, which I have grown to expect. Maybe they have it at select times. So, I got the kofta. It was basically just three pieces of meat with lots of filler. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't outstanding either. The ambience is relatively clean and bright. Service was fine. You just order from the counter and sit down. I don't think I'll go back.

The food was outstanding & very delicious Very reasonable…read moreprices Highly recommended & definitely will come back again :)

Staff are courteous. The Food, of course is always delicious!! Every time my sister visits from out…read moreof state, Greek food from here is the 1st request. See you all soon.

The food is good but the customer service is not. 2 young girls there yesterday who got it wrong…read more They said I ordered bread when I didn't. They gave me only 2 slices of a half order of lemon potatoes. They are not accommodating when you want to make simple adjustments. Plenty of competition out there so take care of the customer. They give you no service and then they ask you for a tip on the cc. You get your own food, clean up the table then throw your stuff in the garbage. Give me a break. Thanks

The food was delicious, great service, and affordable. Love the environment, would definitely go…read moreback!

We had a nice meal for dinner at the Greek Spot in Red Bank. We love coming here except sometimes…read moreat very Peak weeks in summer it gets very noisy and extremely busy. We came back this time and it wasn't noisy and to note it's BYOB. The staff is always nice and we always enjoy the food. We will be back again soon. Enjoy!

Authentic Lebanese cuisine! Called to place a pickup order and had a good experience. The food was…read moreready in 10-15 mins and was carefully packaged up (hot and cold food separated). We got the chicken shawarma platter and the dips and pita to share! The Muhammara sauce was incredible! The staff was super friendly and literally gave us an entire bag of pita to ensure we had enough for the dips. Will be back!

Went for dinner. The food is good, amazing service. The…read moregentleman there made sure I had everything, checked on me so many times and was very friendly. The place is very clean and well decorated. I would recommend this place for sure.

The entrance is located in a side alley, down the basement stairs, kind of weird. No wi-fi or phone…read moreconnection inside the restaurant, so you can't use your phone for anything---which can turn into an intentional exercise in disconnecting. I could not view reviews of dishes, so had to step outside to take a peak. Cannot justify paying such prices for dinning in a tiny, dark space in half-basement in the middle of NJ. Just can't. The portions are generous, which is good. But the prices are still outrageous for the location and vibe. It is BYOB for alcohol. We walked in on Sunday at 6pm without reservations and by 7pm, the small space filled up. The $12 hummus was bad. Store bought hummus of the cheapest brand tastes better. Seriously don't understand how a hummus can taste so bland and meh. No seasoning? The pita that came with it was low quality--it gave my friend an allergic reaction right away [he has sensitivity towards poor quality flour products]. $44 paidakia--lamb chops--had 4 chops that were tender and delicate. Pasnip pure was bland and totally a miss--did nothing to complement anything on the plate. Barely any demi lace sauce--definitely on the dry side. Asked for potatoes to be sutstituted for brocollini, but the kitchen did not follow through with that ask, even though our waitress confirmed it was possible. $39 lamb souvlaki was a solid dish. Filling and hearty. Good quality meat skewer. Smoked eggplant puree had a very strong smoke flavor. Lemony potatoes had bright, refreshing lemomy flavor that we appreciated. Service is attentive and quick. Complementary toothbrushes in the bathroom were a nice touch--a star for this little amenity.

What a beautiful restaurant! Feels like you are walking…read moreinto Grecian paradise! Love the decor from the entrance to the restaurant! Staff was attentive, friendly and our Server offered recommendations! So impressed with my husband's entree, the grilled Lavraki was braided! Never thought fish could be braided. Loved my Moussaka and beet salad! Dessert was a warm heavenly sweet treat! Highly recommend! Made reservations. BYOB Wine Cellar of Morristown Was walking distance from Azure. Metered street parking.

I hope this one stays around because I love this food!…read more Everything is so authentic and flavorful. They took away unlimited toppings recently, which is a bummer, but I love this place. The hummus and baba ghanouj are so, so good. My favorite meal is a customizable falafel bowl. Great healthy fast food!

Hubs and I came here for lunch and shared the following:…read more Falafel classic - parsley, tomato, pickled turnips and tahini . We asked for onions Build a bowl - pita roll, lamb shawarma, cucumber yogurt, tomato, cucumber, parsley, onion with spicy roasted tomato sauce We liked both of these equally and thought that everything tasted great. We keep forgetting about Middle Eastern food in our neighborhood. Will definitely return to try other items on the menu.

Another delicious dining experience. Table service is my teenagers, but they did a good job. Cool…read morepaintings of Greece all around. One of my daughters had a falafel pita. She said it was delicious. My other daughter had a gyro platter. It was so much food that she couldn't finish it! I had a chicken souvlaki platter with the potatoes and salad. Absolutely delicious. I kind of think that my dinner was the winner between all three! Expect to pay about $22 for a platter.

Delicious Greek restaurant that has a standout Mac and cheese. They have large portions to serve a…read moregroup or have food for later. We got the food to go and served us two meals and counting. The host was accommodating and friendly.