I visited this place with family and the staff was very kind like we were family, they welcomed us…read morewell and the food was outstanding!!! The prices were reasonable and all the flavors were amazing. Everything tasted fresh and we all feel refreshed and warm afterwords. I cannot stress this enough but the staff was very very friendly and treated us with love and respect.

I. Atmosphere (4/5) - Space is small and intimate. Warm with good seating options - can probably…read moreaccommodate up to 8 if needed. It's a mom & pop shop so nothing super fancy, but well-kept. 2. Food (4/5) Babagannoush (APP, 5/5) - TAKE. MY. MONEY! Man I love me some good baba and this was exceptional. Velvety with great mouth feel and lovely smokiness this was so good w/ their table bread Turkish Ravioli (Manti) (APP, 3/5) - Chewy little nuggets w. yogurt filling, it was pretty enjoyable though my colleague gave ma "Meh" since she makes them at home and probably has high bar. It was good for maybe the first 3 or 4, so perhaps better ordered for larger groups. Shepherd Salad (APP, 4/5) - Fresh, bright(as in vinegar), and herbaceous, we added feta cheese to it and it was perfect balance to our entree. Kofte Kebab (MAIN, 4/5) - Not too dry with packed flavor of all the herbs & beef, I really enjoyed my dish. Went great with all the other accouterments such as slightly cinged wedge of tomato and onion slices, all frolicking on a bed of warm rice that had a nice bite. Adana Kebap (MAIN, 4/5) - My colleague had this one, and I tried a piece. It was juicy and had no hint of gaminess which is always a plus for lamb. 3. Service (3/5) - This being a mom & pop store, I think they're short on staff. Usually they're all in the back cooking, so you do need to be a bit patient to flag someone down. But I'm sure they're more attentive during busy hours. (We went during weekday) Overall, Hakki Baba is a solid turkish mom & pop shop that delivers on great authentic flavor at a reasonable price. In the sea of turkish restaurants in Cliffside Park area, this one is one of my favorite. Pay them a visit!

Homemade, freshly cooked, smells like heaven, Italian deli that will make you lick your fingers and…read moreplate clean! How can you go wrong when a little old lady is cooking up the best Italian dishes in the kitchen. They have a set lunch price and even though it's steep, very steep. The meals are limitless, so come hungry and plan on staying a bit. You'll be glad you stopped in. Seating indoors but no parking (street parking).

Great friends, great food, great time is the only way to describe our annual luncheon at the iconic…read moreMartino's Grocery in Hackensack. Martino's is nothing less than a little piece of Italy right here in our own back yard. Family owned and operated for the past 55 years by the Martino family, it's hospitality and delicious array of numerous Italian-American comfort food is hard to surpass. I lost track of how many years we have been making this pilgrimage to this awesome old-school, charming, little corner store/restaurant, but it always something we all look forward to. We have to pay special thanks to Concetta, the matriarch of the Martino family, and daughters Lina and Connie for always going out of their way to host our get together. Martino's Grocery is a BYOB, all you can eat feast; and if you leave hungry, shame on you. I've said it in the past and I'll say it again, being at Martino's is reminiscent of my old time Italian family get togethers back in the 50's and 60's. How can you beat a long afternoon with longtime friends, than with stupid jokes, busting chops, and lots of lively conversation. If you want a taste of Italian-American tradition, make sure you give them a visit. You won't be disappointed. 01/17/2025

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.

great service- they allow dogs to sit outside & will bring them a water bowl :)…read more loved the food. the shareable sample platter was perfect for two.

Ordered: 3 Mixed Appetizers (~$19): hummus, babagannush,…read moremuhammara Mixed Kebab Platter for Two (~$55): combination of lamb shish kebab, lamb adana kebab, chicken shish kebab, chicken adena kebab, and lamb meatball; served with rice, bulgur, and plain salad Aya's take: There are a number of Turkish restaurants in Cliffside Park and we found ourselves at Cinar for dinner. It was 5pm on a slow Monday so we were seated right away. The interior is cozy, quiet, and clean. We started with 3 Mixed Appetizers along with their complimentary warm bread. The 3 dips were all solid but nothing out of the ordinary. Good flavor, smooth & creamy texture, and great for sharing. I love ordering dishes like the Mixed Kebab Platter for Two as we get a taste of everything and it's family-style. The presentation was beautiful, the meats were tender, and I like that they paired it with rice, bulgur, and some salad. All the meats were tender and well-seasoned but could've been hotter in temperature. I particularly enjoyed the chicken & lamb adana kebabs. My other minor complaint was the sides were not enough to share and the ratio compared to the meats was off. We definitely could've used more rice with the meats. The staff were super kind & friendly the entire time. Decent try overall!

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.

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

Loved it here! I was in the area and was looking for a good spot for food. And, we ended up here!…read more I'm so glad I stopped by Rose's. The outside is a little mysterious; we drove by twice. The signage and curb appeal is not there, but once you find it, it's amazing! The host had us walk downstairs into the basement. It was set up like a wedding, very formal, and nicely decorated. We ordered appetizers, sides, and entrees. As well as drinks. Everything we tried was delicious and fresh. We'll definitely be back again if we're in the area and are looking for a good meal!

I am quite judgemental when it comes to middle eastern food. Rose's is good, but not the best…read more My recommendation is get the appetizers and kabob platter... don't do the shawarma, not worth it. Plenty of parking as they are in their own lot.

Albanian cuisine at its finest! The service is top-notch. And let me tell you, the food is…read moreabsolutely incredible! I've never tasted burek and qebapa so flavorful and fresh. Quick service and friendly staff. What a great ambiance. I highly recommend it.

Brand new spot opened up in town. I got the chicken gyro sandwich & a beef kaiser. The chicken was…read moregood, loaded with veggies and some french fries and a sauce. I'm not sure what it's called. Their hot sauce is pretty good. I think they make it there. The tzatziki was basic, definitely from a jar. The beef Kaiser is not on the menu, but it's on the website menu. Maybe it's like a hidden item. Who knows? essentially, it's a sandwich sesame bun instead of on pita or in a wrap. Inside is very nice, there's a handful of seating. The owner was super friendly. Both sandwiches were solid. I'll definitely be back since it's in my area. Gyro House in the house! In!

Good portions , with buttery yellow rice. They use thick chicken thighs or tenders , I wished it…read morewas chopped up into smaller portions, instead of the shawarma style . Pricing is about $15, it's definitely more than some places. I did have an enjoyable meal.