Wonderfully yummy food well prepared and beautifully plated…read more Our party of three split the Greek grilled calamari appetizer with capers, onions, and tomatoes, lightly seasoned, and the spanakopita so buttery and flaky. The entrees we ordered: the vegetarian moussaka, the lamb ("Bifteki") platter, and the chicken souvlaki platter. We were very happy and very satisfied. Portions are ample. Timing of the 2 grilled meat dishes with the oven-baked casserole was perfect: everything was hot. Our thanks to the chef of a well managed kitchen. The complementary butter cookies were a delightful way to end the meal. Our server was attentive and professional. The interior is spotless, with minimal decoration, so nothing distracting. The restaurant is in a mixed residential-small business neighborhood. We're happy to recommend this restaurant to others.

Tried out this spot for the first time for a mid-week lunch and the Greek-style lemon potatoes was…read morethe highlight of my meal! The spanakopita is a must have as well! Ambiance - plenty of seating for large groups. Came here with a group of 15 Service - the appetizers came out quickly but the main meal took quite a long time about 30 min Food - spanakopita: 4 large triangles! Flaky cheesy and filled with spinach - chicken platter: chicken was perfectly tender and charred. The lemon potatoes were fluffy and the salad was dressed lightly with a vinaigrette This spot is best for a long lunch or dinner. I'll be back!

I don't come here often, but when I do with a small group of friends and/or family it's a great…read moreexperience! This place is Byob, so we typically bring a bottle of wine with company. The appetizers are delicious and pretty large (without jeoparding quality). My favorite are the horiatiki salad (a refreshing salad with feta) and the midia axnista (steamed mussels with broth). If you're a pita bread kinda person, you can't go wrong with their pita and dips! For entrees, you cant go wrong with their grilled fishes (I liked the lavraki branzino the most). Their hirini brizola (grilled pork chop) was delicious too! The service is good here and the wait staff is friendly. One time, we were running late for our reservation, but the staff was very accommodating and still sat us down.

What a lovely experience dining at Ambeli last night! Our waiter was so lovely and patient, as we'd…read morenever been before and wanted some help ordering. The restaurant was warm and inviting and we enjoyed sitting and waiting for our food. We received pita and hummus while we waited, which was delicious! For appetizers, we ordered the skordalia, which was a wonderful potato and garlic spread, and the keftedakia meatballs. We shared the chicken souvlaki platter for dinner and were completely stuffed by the end! I regret not having room for the dessert, so next time I'll make sure to save some.

Olde City Cafe is a go-to for great Mediterranean food. The kafta and shish kebab platter is one of…read moremy favorites, well-seasoned, flavorful, and always satisfying. Their hummus is smooth and really good, and the hot sauce adds a nice kick that brings everything together. Definitely a spot I keep coming back to.

I absolutely love Old City Cafe & Grill! They serve some of the finest Lebanese cuisine I have…read morefound in New Jersey. Located in the heart of Cranford, this intimate yet homelike restaurant features a hospitable staff that takes the time to explain the menu, making the entire experience feel so warm and inviting. They offer a comprehensive menu ranging from lamb and chicken to shawarma, seafood , falafel, and so much more. Since they are a BYOB establishment, they will gladly open and serve your bottle for you without any hassle. For starters, we opted for the dip sampler, which includes pita and three distinct spreads. The Mouhammara is my personal favorite; it's crafted from red peppers with a pomegranate syrup that adds a hint of sweetness, while crushed walnuts provide an incredible texture. Next is the Baba Ghanouj, a roasted eggplant dip with garlic and tahini that creates a savory, slightly smoky, and velvety delight. Finally, it includes their classic homemade hummus, which is a classic and delicious choice. I love that you don't have to choose, you truly get the best of all three varieties. For our main course, we ordered the Old City Mix. It's a generous portion for two that typically comes with a garden salad and rice. I personally prefer the greens, so I swapped the rice for two garden salads tossed in a zesty minty vinaigrette. The platter features kafta, shish tawook, shish kebab, lamb chops, shawarma, and four falafels, all served on a bed of pita with tahini and garlic sauces as the finishing touch. Everything is remarkably fresh and seasoned perfectly. The falafel is crispy on the exterior and fluffy on the inside, the meats are grilled to your liking, and the salad perfectly balances the rich platter. I thoroughly enjoy this spot for both lunch and dinner and am even looking into their catering for my next party. Do yourself a favor and visit them soon!

This establishment touts themselves as a healthy food restaurant, which they definitely have…read more However, they also have not so healthy items like an array of fried foods which are mostly on the kids menu. We tried a mango pineapple smoothie which is only made with almond milk. Unfortunately, with an almond allergy we asked them to use water only, so the consistency was different, but was still tasty. We also tried the crispy chicken wrap, Caesar salad wrap, grilled protein bowl, and a Dubai chocolate cheese cake. Everything was ok to good. It was all very fresh, but the steak in the protein bowl was chewy, some things lacked a little flavor, while others were very flavorful. So just a bit inconsistent. Service was friendly and helpful. The restaurant itself is intimate and cute. I would return if in the area, and try something different.

Stumbled upon this place from an instagram ad, and noticed it was close to my job. I came here for…read morelunch. Street meter parking is available. I ordered a chicken Caesar wrap, fries, and a soda. Everything came out to $20. The food came out relatively quickly. The wrap was good but the chicken was under seasoned. I wish it had more flavor. Other than that, everything was just ok.

Love the food and service at this establishment. Invited a…read morefriend to join me for lunch today. We shared saganaki with fig jam and a fish dorado which was cooked perfectly. Thank you Konstantine for your professionalism and Hektor for your excellent food.

I've been meaning to write a review for this spot ever since my folks took me out here for a…read morepre-birthday dinner in late January (2026). I don't know why we haven't frequented this spot sooner (at least during trips back home), but EVOO is legit. Also NOTE - its BYOB (but there are even some places nearish by you can grab a bottle or 3 if needed). Our server was very attentive, despite the restaurant being fairly busy. For apps, we decided on the: Hummus - how do you properly judge a Mediterranean restaurant without trying their hummus, and this was creamy, decadent and served with some fresh pita. Grilled Calamari (with roasted red pepper, lemon, evoo, capers, red onions) - very nicely cooked, not rubbery at all Grilled Octopus (with roasted red peppers, fava puree, capers, onions, red wine vinegar, arugula, evoo) - if octopus is on the menu, I'm gonna have it. For my entree, I got the pan-seared scallops with cauliflower puree, quinoa, spinach, heirloom tomato. Loved it. Cooked perfectly, loooved the silky puree...just a solid solid dish. All in all, EVOO definitely deserves to be on the Millburn/Essex shortlist when looking for nicer places to dine out. Can't wait to get back and try some more of their menu!

Excellent authentic Greek food family ran small business with excellent food and service ! This is…read morea must try small business with great bites for any palate.

Casual neighborhood restaurant serving tasty, homestyle Greek food. My husband and I shared the…read moremoussaka and the Opa platter, and both dishes were full of flavor with generous portion sizes. The meal also came with a small complimentary starter of pita and dip, which was a nice touch. The service here was one of our notable highlights - the staff were all very friendly. One of the family members that owns the restaurant (an older lady) who makes all the desserts also came out to personally ask each table how everything was going. She was so, so sweet and made lovely conversation with us. The small gesture made our meal more memorable!

Walking in this place, I didn't know what to get however two employees Danny and Emmanuel not only…read morewent out their way to make sure I had a good experience, but they recommended the most delicious contraption I have ever tasted. Their Customer Service truly exceeded my expectations a place like this I'm used to getting smiles. How can I help you and nothing more. You can tell they truly take pride in what they do and enjoy seeing the satisfaction and excitement on customers faces.

I wish I could rate this location a zero (0). I visited the Cava in Union, NJ today and I had an…read moreunacceptable experience. Worst service I have ever received in my life. One of my biggest pet peeves is people talking over my food, and that is exactly what happened. While my bowl was being assembled, I added a few items that came with an upcharge. The employee making my bowl informed me of the extra cost, which I understood completely--I've been to Cava many times and know how it works. However, as she repeatedly explained the upcharge, she was talking directly over my food and visibly spitting while speaking, which made me extremely uncomfortable. When I tried to reassure her that I understood and that it wasn't necessary to keep repeating it, her coworker jumped in saying it was "company policy" to ask. I told them that was fine and that I would pay whatever the cost was, but asked that they stop repeating it. Instead of de-escalating, both employees began laughing and smirking, which felt very unprofessional. I calmly explained that I don't like people talking over my food. Their response was sarcastic and dismissive, which eventually led to me raising my voice out of frustration. When it came time to add dressing, the employee intentionally drowned my bowl in dressing to the point where it was completely soggy and inedible--it honestly felt like retaliation. I asked if they would eat something prepared that way, and only then did the manager step in. Thankfully, the manager handled the situation professionally and remade my bowl, which I truly appreciated. I own a franchise myself, and proper food service practices and basic respect for customers are non-negotiable. Talking over food, laughing at customers, and acting spitefully has no place in a restaurant. The manager handled the situation appropriately, but the behavior of the front-line staff was unacceptable and needs to be addressed.

SO SO SO GOOD!!! We decided to finally visit for date night on a Thursday night. No one else was…read morethere for dinner! Which was a bit of a shock at first but honestly as parents of a 2 year old, we welcomed the silent room (besides the Lebanese music). Ordered the dinner for 2, the cucumber yogurt dip, and a mint tea. We were so happy with this place. The ladies working were so sweet and everything came out quickly and fresh off the grill! Let me also point out that the grill master was a woman. Awesome. Can't wait to go back again for a casual night and BYOB next time. Just curious why the place was empty! And we didn't see one person come in to pickup takeout. What's the deal?

not worth the money, Both the beef and chicken schawarma…read morewas very dry. Small portion. I felt like I was eating kipple bits with alot of rice.

I tried Hummus Republic for the first time yesterday and it had a similar vibe to cava…read more Unfortunately in comparison to Cava I still prefer Cava taste wise. At hummus republic I got the bowl with rice as my base and my protein I got the lemon chicken and the falafel. Then I selected my toppings, hummus/spreads, and dressings. The falafel was way too crispy and the lemon chicken was not very tasty in my opinion. There is something about cava's falafel that hits the spot for me. Hummus republic just did not do it for me. BUT one thing I did enjoy from hummus republic was their mango lemonade! Their lemonade tastes way better than cava. I say it may be a good alternative if there isn't a cava around. Maybe next time I would try switching around the ingredients I put in my bowl so hopefully I can enjoy it better next time.

The food was ok, prices seemed reasonable. However, when I paid there is no option for No tips, so…read moreI had to chose and the lowest was 15 percent, so I did that, but the charge in my credit card was 23 percent of the cost of the meal. I will never go back to this place. There are many other places where the food is good and they do not lie to you about the tips, of they do not force you to tip. Al P