We came here for Sunday lunch. It seemed to be a new Turkish restaurant, very pretty inside with…read moremodern interior, beautiful arts and decors, and a small bar area. We got a table right away. The menu had a variety of dishes like appetizers, soups, gyro, kebabs, pasta, pizzas, seafood, wraps and sandwiches. In drinks section, they had the Turkish coffee and tea. We started with their complementary bread, so fluffy and light, we pretty ate the whole thing before any of our dishes came. I ordered my favorite fried liver cubes from the hot apps section, and it was fantastic. It was full of flavor, perfectly sized cubes and properly fried. Tasted so good with the complimentary bread (we requested a second one). For entree we ordered the Mix Grill and Karisik Izgara as it was a perfectly sharable dish for two and we got to try 5 of their kebabs that are lamb shish, ground lamb, chicken shish, ground chicken and grilled meat patties. Both ground kebabs were excellent, full of flavors. The shish and patties were also good. We got the margarita pizza too, but that one was disappointed, seemed like some sauce was just thrown on top of the cheese and wasn't baked long enough. Our server was really friendly. She always stayed on top of things. Our dishes came out in quick time, it was impressive. Despite the shortcoming of the pizza, which is not usually a Turkish dish, I was thoroughly impressed by the actually Turkish dishes, like liver cubes and kebabs. I'll for sure visit them again whenever I feel like having kebabs next time

Our appetizers and the puffy bread that came with it were delicious. Naturally, we were excited for…read moreour entrees to arrive. After they did, however, I was not very thrilled. We had to ask twice for our rice we ordered for entrees to be brought out because our server forgot. Fine, that happens. But what really threw me off was when I questioned if the mold in my cheese was normal, the server assured me it was naturally occurring for the flavor. I felt gaslit because I have never had Parmesan with such questionable green growth on it for consumption in any restaurant in my entire life. The server said if it bothered me, he'd bring out fresh shavings with no mold. I have left pictures so you can be the judge of this. Aside from my minor issue with the cheese, the ambiance of the restaurant was nice and there's plenty of choices for meat and non-meat eaters alike

Amazing food and incredibly friendly people! We've been coming here for years and the food has…read morebeen consistently top notch! This little, unassuming gem is not to be missed. Our favorite dish is the lamb kebab combo which comes with rice, hummus, baba ghanouj, salad and pita in generous portions. They also have a little shop with authentic goodies and treats. Whether you're just passing by or you live in the area and haven't yet stopped in, this is a place you don't want to miss!

Where do I start? As soon as I enter , it was like walking into a Lebanese grocery store with a…read morerestaurant inside. The owner Simon was very accommodating , lovely, and made me feel like family. As soon as I finished ordering , he offered me a free side. The spicy mushroom side was so delicious! I also noticed he greeted all people coming in with kindness, charisma and free samples, which I loved. I sat down and waited for my food to come out. I got up to ask if they have any hot tea, he said yes and recommended the cardamom tea . The tea was perfect beautiful delicious! Never had cardamom tea before. I came from New York on a day trip and stumbled upon a true gem. I never had Lebanese food before and I am so glad I came here. I was treated like an actual princess. Food was so flavorful , delicious, full of love and flavors!!! The falafel was crunchy and so so so so good. Everything on the table was fresh!!! Simon would come to my table and give me free samples of their desserts. I was just so overjoyed with the whole experience! I couldn't leave without buying hummus and a seven bean salad as well as some cookies. The restaurant was beautiful and filled with life and colors. Thank you Simon for having me , you are amazing and your team is too! I will definitely be back and I recommend everyone from all parts of the globe to come here.

Service was exceptional, Brandon was extremely helpful with food selections and handle our table…read morewith amazing care. Food was more than plentiful, enough to take home and enjoy once again.

Great service. Great Food…read moreAnd great vibes. We will definitely be back. This place checked off all the boxes.

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.

Really wanted the food from here without having to leave home and so I put in a DoorDash order. I…read moregot an app of cheese borak, an order of chicken and lamb Adana. Borek was still very crispy and flaking when received, delicious. The meats were fantastic as always over top of their wonderful rice with a side of fluffy pita and crisp salad, chef's kiss. Excellent spot and great staff.

Tried Lulu for the first time on Saturday. Excellent experience…read more It was right before the staff showed up for dinner service, so only a couple of tables were occupied. The menu is simple, but covers everything we love. Server came by with warm, fresh, fluffy seasoned pita and a dish of seasoned olive oil. Great start. Started with Cheese Borek and Fried Liver cubes -- The Borek was the best we have had and we order that anytime we dine Mediterrean. The 4 Borek were fat, fried to perfection, and their filling of Feta and spinach was hot, melty and super tasty. We love love Fried Liver, and Lulu does it to perfection. The portion was huge, and dressed with red onion and lemon juice, it sang. We decided to split an order of Manti, those delightful tiny lamb dumplings tossed with burnt butter and garlic yogurt -- holy holy. We ran some liver around that sauce, and were glad we saved some of the bread to sop everything up. So good. Ordered the Kunefe, as we always do. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the table -- so if you are thinking about it, order it before they take your dinner plates away. The Kunefe was good. We think they forgot to add to the syrup it comes in -- but maybe that's the way they do it. It won't disappoint, but I missed that rosewater sugar syrup we are used to. Different places, different recipes. In all, Lulu did not disappoint and we look forward to visiting again. Go, go go. And tip your servers well.

We came here for lunch. People thought the chicken kebab was done well and the portions were large…read more There was quite a disconnect with our server about what was considered truly gluten free and I ended with a lot of cross-contaminated food, twice. The lamb was fine. They did apologize and made it right eventually but I will say there needs to be some additional staff training about allergens, specifically cross contact.

Greek cuisine has absorbed influences from various empires and cultures. It is so good because of…read morethe use of fresh, high-quality ingredients like ripe tomatoes, herbs, and creamy feta cheese. From cooking to salad dressings, Greek olive oil made from lemon, basil, and oregano is their liquid gold. Located on a busy Boulevard in the heart of Hasbrouck Heights, I finally got the opportunity to stop in at this BYOB family-owned/operated establishment. Upon entering for lunch after 4 years, Sofia's Mediterranean Grill, named after the owner's mom, I was greeted by the staff. I got a booth, immediately knowing how they get crowded. The inside evoked a cozy and warm vibe with Greek music playing throughout. Outdoor dining is available, weather permitting. Their menu features an array of traditional Mediterranean dishes, offering a variety of soups, appetizers, salads, sandwiches, meats from the grill, seafood cooked various ways, and entrees cooked from the oven. I decided on the Greek salad with grilled chicken. The food was authentic, fresh using the finest ingredients, delicious, and prepared simply, which is exactly what I was looking for. The portion was healthy. The service is always friendly and welcoming. I got to connect with the owner, Nick, a fellow Astorian, to catch up about the old neighborhood. The price was reasonable. If one's craving the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean, then look no further. One doesn't need to book a flight to Greece to enjoy authentic meals.

Absolutely loved this place. When we first got in the staff immediately sat us down and were sure…read moreto be quick and attentive. We order the pork gyro and the chicken platter. Both delicious were cooked perfectly. The tzatziki sauce was phenomenal. The menu you had a ton of different options that we would've loved to try. This place is perfectly in between fancy and causal. Definitely check it out if you are in the area. It's also BYOB.

Always happy with our orders from Sparta! Delicious, good value, and friendly. One of our go-to…read moreplaces.

Moussaka was absolutely delicious and incredible. Dip appetizer and spanakopita were also very…read moreyummy. Gyro the meat seemed like it could've been a pre packaged th shape was too perfect didn't look like the type you shave off the thing so I would like to go back and try another one and see again. Loved the dessert too 8/10. would come back just for the mousaka alone a million times.

food was exceptional. vibes were high. Service was awesome! highly recommend !!!!…read more Get the Lebbne!

We had a magnificent lunch at Mado on River Edge, New Jersey to celebrate my friend's 60th…read morebirthday. The interior of this restaurant is beautiful. Our server was attentive to all of our needs. We realized that they have lunch specials for $22 each in which you receive a Shepard's salad, an appetizer and a main course with a drink and delicious bread. There were many different options to choose from, but I decided upon the Shepard's salad, stuffed grape leaves and the chicken kebab with rice. We were served an absolute ton of delicious savory food. The chicken was perfectly seasoned! We ended up having a birthday tartufo with sparklers on top to celebrate my friend's birthday. It was a great lunch and I would highly recommend going to Mado's particularly at lunchtime for their $22 special.

I tried a lunch here for their fixed price lunch menu and it's a delicious deal. You get a lentil…read moresoup or shepherd's salad, then a choice is a mezze (app), then choice of entree and a coffee afterwards. The branzino was excellent. Big fillet for lunch, crisp skin and tasty. The labneh and beets was a nice mezze. We've always liked the Tino's artichoke, but this one could be in second place for us. Shepherd's salad is always nicely seasoned and refreshing. The lentil soup was pleasant as well. It's hardy, flavorful, comes out hot and is a good portion. Overall, I think the lunch fixed menu is a great deal and this place is a gem. My favorite restaurant right now! Remember it's BYOB

We stopped by on a Saturday night for a dinner. Small restaurant but feels spacious with the…read morelovely decor and limited tables in the restaurant , however it did get loud when full at 7pm. The restaurant also had a steady flow of take out orders all night. The meal started with pita and olive tapenade which was delicious. We then ordered the grilled octopus appetizer along with a gyro platter and a chicken platter. The octopus had good flavor but was mushy. I tend to like my octopus on the crispy side with grill marks. The two platter entres were both delicious and large portions. Another great benefit is the restaurant is byob and you can bring your favorite wine or beer. I will come back to try more items on their menu.

We came here for Mother's Day with a party of 8 and had an excellent experience from start to…read morefinish. Our server Carlos was fantastic. Friendly, attentive, and on top of everything without ever making us feel rushed. We started with the hummus, zucchini pancakes, and shepherd's salad with feta, and all of them were fresh and packed with flavor. For entrees we had the whole branzino, octopus, lamb shish kebab, Adana kebab, and fried calf's liver. Every single dish was delicious and cooked perfectly. And the rice... honestly some of the best rice I've ever had at a restaurant. Simple but unbelievably flavorful. Everyone in our group left happy and impressed. Definitely recommend giving this place a try and we're already looking forward to coming back.

Lunch: 5/5 Stars Came here this past Tuesday for lunch…read more They offer a lunch special that includes a starter, main dish, and soda. For the quality and service you receive $19.50 is a steal! I must say fantastic Turkish Meatballs & Sheperd's Salad. The baklava for dessert had 3 pieces plus ice cream! Delicious! Service: 5/5 Stars Tugchem, she was very sweet, accommodating and attentive. Always filling our waters, asking us how we are doing, and calm hospitable demeanor. Ambiance: Music is calming to have family conversations. Local upscale decor Yes, I'd come back here for lunch again