I stumbled upon this place by accident and it was the BEST accident!! The chicken shawarma was SO…read moregood and super filling. Every bite had the perfect amount of chicken, pickles, and garlic sauce. I even asked for extra garlic sauce on the side (because I love sauce), and it made it even better. This was my first time coming here, but it definitely won't be my last!

discovered this place by accident bc my bfs usual place wasn't setup yet for the day and it was…read moreless than a block from our other spot; and oh my god i am so happy we did. this place is the absolute best.! (i also work close by, & came almost everyday after work for a week after discovering it!) the first time i came i got the chicken shawarma; next time i got one chicken and one beef to see which one i liked better. and WOWWWWW the beef shawarma is my favorite thing i have tried from here!! the chicken is very good too, but the beef is hands down the winner!! the fries are seasoned really well too, and i'm not a fan of fries so i usually don't order them... my daughter on the other hand LOVES fries. she loves them from this place, and she is an incredibly picky eater, and requested beef shawarma from here 3 days in a row! (how could i say no when i love it just as much as she does?) the service is always super friendly, which is always reassuring! definitely try the shawarma; and definitely try the fries! (the garlic sauce is sooooo good, i always ask for extra on the side!)

Had the fortune to eat dinner with friends at this restaurant. I was looking to try Iraqi food for…read morea long time. As we walked in at 7pm on a Thursday we realized the place closes at 7:30. The smiling pretty face young lady Riham said we are welcome to come in and she would feed us. We were 7 adults. Every one picked their choice and all the food turned delicious. The appetizers were superb. The falafel, the kabab, the chicken, the Ouzi were done to perfection. Riham was courteous and kept the place open for us way beyond their closure time. Looking forward to returning soon.

Iraqi restaurant in a rather industrial area of New Jersey. Street parking only. Masgouf (Iraq's…read morenational dish of grilled carp) is on the menu but it has to be ordered two days in advance. I had the lamb kebabs. They were very soft and good but could be better in terms of flavor. The chicken tikka was too salty. The bread is delicious and fresh. The fries were delicious and comes with a interesting turmeric/mustard type sauce. The pickled vegetables are an acquired taste; very salty. The quzi is lamb shank with rice and comes with either bean or okra soup. I liked the okra soup better since it had some acidity from the tomatoes. The lamb shank was very tender but I wish it came with some sauce or lemon. The rice is a bit sweet due to the rasins. The prices are a bit high but there are not many Iraqi restaurants in the region.

Listen you better come for lunch the lunch meals r definitely worth it. Reasonably priced,…read moreplentiful and flavorful. I have enough left to feed me for four more days I will freeze the portions individually. I had the lamb hashwa, was plentiful and NOT greasy, and it came with two sides I opted for vegetarian stuffed grape leaves (they're cold fyi) and fattouch salad. There were other sides available like babaghaough, hummus, and lentil soup. The salad was well seasoned. I would definitely come back as there are so many things I want to try. I tried the kishk pie it's light. The young man serving me was very polite and kind and made me feel like family. I love places that make u feel like you're with family rather than staff. The restaurant itself is cute and on the corner where u can people watch thru the big bright windows.

I was told I had to come here when visiting New Jersey. This was such an amazing lunch, we got the…read moremixed grill for two, which fed more than four people. My mom makes the best muhammara and this was very close to it, the best that I've ever had at a restaurant. The service was really good. I also recommend to get the mint lemonade if you like sweet drinks.

Abu Rass is one of the best places for authentic Middle Eastern food. The food was incredibly…read morefresh, flavorful, and served in generous portions. Everything we ordered was delicious, especially the grilled meats, which were tender and perfectly seasoned. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and provided excellent service throughout our visit. The restaurant was clean, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. I highly recommend Abu Rass to anyone looking for delicious, authentic food. I'll definitely be coming back!

We went to Abu Rass for the first time the other day. It is unassuming from the outside, but we…read morewere happy we came in to experience the delicious cuisine. Ambiance was nice with folks smoking shisha. All the food we had was delectable and my Egyptian husband gave his stamp of approval, which is not easily granted. We loved the fresh bread, crispy falafel, mint lemonade, hummus and baba ghanoush. Honestly everything was good. Service was also polite and attentive. We will be back inshallah!

The food and costumer service here is excellent, and the place is kept very clean, would highly…read morerecommend trying their food

I was extremely excited to receive my first order ordered your original German doner, kebab…read morequite frankly, the bread was as hard as a roofing shingle impossible to bite into looks great with that waffle crust, but actually very dangerous for your teeth. Additionally, the fill was so mushy it was hard to discern the difference between the ingredients. It was one pile of slop your fries again look good. They were colder than my popsicles and tasteless. My overall experience a zero and I'm very disappointed. one would figure an international chain would have more control over their quality control. Let this be shout out to all you establishments who think they could charge high prices and deliver shi-tang.....

5 Stars- came here with some friends to experience authentic Palestinian food in an area of…read morePatterson New Jersey known as "Little Palestine". It's always great to learn about other cultures and experience it with one of our friends that Palestinian. The restaurant has plenty of tables, a very nice atmosphere, does catering and everything is fresh and authentic. Prices are very fair, the service was excellent and the restaurant is clean. They have large tables to accommodate almost any size family. They also have a separate Hookah room for those that would like to get the total experience of the Middle East. Their prices are much cheaper than Brooklyn and they have a great variety of tobacco for the Hookahs. Our waiter made sure we were not rushed and did a great job in making sure he met the expectations of someone in our group who is very picky about their food. LOL We ordered several appetizers including the Hummus, Tabouli salad, Kebeh balls, and Baba Ganoush. Everything was fresh nice size portions, light and had great taste. I have to say the appetizers by itself were filling. For entrees we had the Chicken Skewers Shish the Chicken and Kufta Skewers Shish, the Chicken and Lamb Skewers Shish, and the Shrimp Kebob. I would highly recommend them for great Palestinian food, great service and an experience that did not disappoint.

The restaurant is clean, brightly lit, and well maintained. There is a large seating area with…read moresmoking and non-smoking sections. If I could give more than 5 stars just for the service, I would. Our server went above and beyond to make sure everything was to our satisfaction. They went the extra mile to wrap our takeout meal so it'd stay warm at the end of an hour long drive. Food was flavorful. We ordered the meat area, hummus, small mixed grill platter and beef shawarma platter. The shawarma was not quite what I expected but still tasty. Both meals came with seasoned rice and garlic butter. They did not have harissa but gave us roasted jalapeno and hot sauce upon request.

Used to work in the area and would come for lunch every so often. Great falafel but super shawarma…read more Happen to be in the area and stopped in for a quick lunch. The place was empty, still very clean. It has indoor/outdoor seating. We selected indoor seating simply because of the heat. Had the chicken shawarma sandwich. Oh how I miss it, absolutely delicious. The chicken well seasoned, moist and the pickled veggies just put over the top. My son had the mixed meat shawarma also over the top. The portions are very generous and the price very reasonable. If your in the area go and visit

The Middle East is not only a cradle of civilization but also the birthplace of an immensely…read moreinfluential style of cuisine. The food is a tasty tapestry of fresh ingredients, traditional cooking techniques, and bold spices. Its specialties are as diverse and distinctive as the cultures of the 18 countries it comprises. Located off of Route 46 West in Elmwood Park, King Falafel is where I decided on takeout after a 5-year hiatus. Upon arrival at a laid-back, clean, and casual vibe before the lunch crowd, I placed an order of falafel and Greek salad with the friendly chef/owner, Sami, and exchanged a few words. Their menu offers a wide range with options for vegans, vegetarians, and gluten-free. The falafel was crispy, not dry, well-seasoned, and served hot with sides of tahini and spicy sauce. The portions were huge and very tasty. The Greek salad was made to order without onions and green peppers. It was large enough for a second meal. The quality and care the kitchen puts into each dish truly set them apart, and it's authentic. The service was quick and accommodating. The price was reasonable, and one is getting every penny's worth, which I can continue to recommend.

The best feteer (sweet and savory) amazing service, great vibes. A must try. 10/10 recommend!read more

Amazing Egyptian spot…read more 1) Must get items are macaroni bechamel, ground beef feteer, mix feteer. I very much enjoyed all these dishes. 2) For dessert, must get item is pistachio fateer. Which is amazing. 3) Also, they have hookah and outdoor seating.