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If you love food and Hookah, this is the spot to go to!! The Hookah is smooth and lasting. Food was great, meats were seasoned and cooked well paired with rice, salad, and other options. Big bonus is that they are open late and their prices are reasonable. So far it is on the cheaper end for hookah! read more

Saj Palestine - Saj Mix Grill Lamb Chops Mix Shawarma Platter - Lebanese Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

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Went here for a late night Shawerma sandwich. I had the chicken Shawerma and it was pretty good. This was my first time here. We weren't smoking hookah so we sat in the front room near the entrance so I do not know what the back room looks like. The service was good. They were very nice to be able to still make us food every though we got there when they finished serving food. read more

Saj Palestine - Chicken Shawarma Platter - Lebanese Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

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Mohammed Z.

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6 months ago

Be careful there is a hidden 20% service charge. I was not informed about this fee anywhere before ordering it wasn't on the menu, not on signage, and no one mentioned it. It only showed up on the receipt after the order was placed. That's not transparency, that's misleading pricing. I don't mind paying for service, but customers should be told upfront. Adding a mandatory charge without disclosure is not okay. Check your bill before you pay. read more

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Ammar I.

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Amazing experience! The food was fresh, delicious, and full of flavor. Everything we ordered was prepared perfectly and the portions were great. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. The restaurant was clean and had a comfortable atmosphere. I'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great food and excellent service! read more

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Harout K.

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Amazing food, great staff, and excellent hookah! Everything was delicious, the service was on point, and the atmosphere was great. Highly recommend checking out Saj Palestine in Paterson! read more

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R M.

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Been here a bunch of times. The food is great, the shisha is also really good. The wait staff is better than most restaurants in Paterson lol. If u sit in the back it's a bit more spacious than the front. There's also outside seating. read more

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Sal J.

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Great service, food, and atmosphere. Highly recommend for any occasion. Hookah was also phenomenal.

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Cataneja T.

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It's the worst food ever. Don't go there , the food is super old. We couldn't finish the plate and wasted $50 on that horrible meal

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Zhora A.

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We came in from Maryland for breakfast but we had lunch instead, it was amazing !!! We meat Abdullah how was so helpful, kind and understanding!!! read more

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Simon B.

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Best Halal Food , Best Shawarma , Best Mixed Grill , best Hookah place , the owner is very friendly ! The stuff are helpful and friendly, the place is open 7 days a week from 10:00 AM to 4:00 AM They just updated outside site it looks nice and it's the best restaurant to spend time in this summer in Nez Jersey read more

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Katie P.

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Delicious food and very welcoming service! Tasty falafel and Shawarma will come again!

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The food is always fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. The staff is warm and friendly, making every visit enjoyable. The chicken shawarma is definitely a standout favorite! read more

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Shah R.

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Whole chicken with rice is the best. The fries are good too. Their chicken shawarma sandwich tastes good but too small/light. read more

Saj Palestine - Whole Chicken - Lebanese Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

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Omed B.

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Hookah and the food is amazing. One of the fairest prices for the hookah and food I've seen in a while in this area too. Ordered the mix platter dish and a orange mint, both were on point. This is my new go to spot when I'm NJ for hookah. Will definitely be back again. read more

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I ad an extremely tasty and large portion chicken shawarma with a mixed salad. The chicken was great. Crispy skin, flavorful, and moist. I would definitely go back next time I am in the area. The only thing keeping me from giving it 5 stars was that it seemed I had some difficulty understanding and being understood. Yet, it came out exactly as ordered. One picture is worth 1000 taste sensations! read more

Saj Palestine - Chicken shawarma with salad. Delish. - Lebanese Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

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Eliseo G.

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What a great place for shawarmas. I just came back from Jordan and I was in the mood to eat shawarmas and let me tell you, Saj exceeded my expectations. Great price, great food, and very friendly staff. Def coming back. read more

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Extremely nice kabab. Both chicken and lamb. Lamb chops are extremely well seasoned. To go option is also very nice. We ordered food to go and it all came in 15 minutes. We ordered lamb chops, chicken kebab and few other dishes. Reason for less than 5 stars is due to seating area. When you sit the seats wobble. That is if you can find seating. So a bit difficult to really enjoy your food if you have a large group. But the food is amazing! read more

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Bianca T.

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This was my first time ordering from this restaurant. The customer service is good. The prices for the portions you receive are really good too. The lamb chops and salad I ordered came packed in the same plate. Usually when I order from restaurants the lamb chops and salad are in different plates so the salad doesn't get soggy. The lamb chops and salad were just okay. I was also disappointed the restaurant didn't have any dessert as a result I couldn't taste the baklava. However, the chicken shawarma sandwich is delicious. The sandwich is well seasoned and so are the fries. I like that the chicken inside the shawarma sandwich was cut into little pieces. This is definitely what you should order if it's your first time at this restaurant. read more

Saj Palestine - Lamb Chops And Salad - Lebanese Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

Saj Palestine - Chicken Shawarma Sandwich And French Fries - Lebanese Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

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Faseeh M.

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Overall I'd give a 4.5/5 stars. The food was good, we ordered a family platter for $125. It filled 5 people's stomachs. The rice in the family platter wasn't that good, the chicken was indeed a little bit dry. The shawarma and others were nice so we're the lamb chops. The customer service was awesome, they were very understanding and helpful. The ambiance was a little off though, there were flies and dead flies and a couple of mosquitoes. The forks and knives were a little bit stained but it was fine. read more

Saj Palestine - Family platter, lamb chops, and some veggie thing which was nice - Lebanese Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

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Shahanara C.

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Excellent food! Extremely tasty and flavorful. First time ordering from here. Did not expect the food to look so pretty! The pasta was delicious as much as the chicken was. read more

Saj Palestine - Chicken Pasta with Chicken - Lebanese Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

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M I.

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Terrible service. Bad food, it was overcooked and over seasoned. Overpriced. All the menu price were wrong. When we went to pay, we were told 'they didn't have time to update the menu prices'. if it is a matter of not printing new menus, they could have taped a white paper over the old price and write in the new price. We were also charged for drinks we never received. I am really not the type to complain, but this place was really that bad. I will never come here again. read more

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Jonathan M.

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This was a birthday that I will never forget. I have so many good things to say. Where do I start? Let's start off by talking about the awesome service I got from our waitress whose name was Sylvia. I hope I got that right. Someone gave her a raise. She was so awesome with us and really took care of us. She even knew a little bit of Arabic and she knew a lot of Spanish. And those are the languages the people at the table spoke. She made is so comfortable and happy. She also did a great job of suggesting what we should order and she even customize it by putting all of our orders on one big tree or platter. The order looks so beautiful. I would definitely come here again. You get a great mix of good food and awesome night life. I love this food and I can eat it all day. I am pretty picky about Lebanese food and I must say that they did a great job. Shout out to the cooking staff and shout out to the waiting staff as well. read more

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Syed S.

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Great service, food at affordable prices and hookah! I was very surprised at the quality of food and their customer service! Thank you for a wonderful experience. read more

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Food A.

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horrible food and plating. Very rude, we asked for Saj Mix Grill, it came with left over chicken. the people refused to change the plate for us amd just gave us our money back saying here is your F***ing money back. stay the hell away from this place, surprised why the health department is yet to close this place down. read more

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Nice Shwarma! The rice was moist and tasty as well. The Kibbie was crispy but oily. The meat inside was flavorful and the garlic sauce was good. But the oil taste overwhelmed it. read more

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Dina E.

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This is a nice restaurant/ hookah lounge in Paterson that I greatly enjoyed due to the most amazing service and yummy food. I visited based on my friend's recommendation and I was not disappointed. I got chicken shawarma and French fries and they all tasted good. My favorite, the seasoning in the French fries, I couldn't stop eating. The hookah was good, it didn't burnt out quickly and the flavor was strong. The waiter was very prompt in changing the coals when needed. The waiter was awesome, always prompt to response to any questions or orders, gave us his opinion on the menu options and the food came out quickly. There are two floors, the lower floor, was comfortable with nice decoration and music in the background. It gave a laid back ambiance which I greatly enjoyed. Will definitely be visiting when I'm in the area again. read more

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Mahmoud S.

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Okay. I cannot explain how good this place is. The tabbouleh, hummus, kufteh keshek, cheese tushke, kebbeh, ... Everything is spot on. A taste of home... If you're from the middle east, this is next level... Would give 10 stars if I could. Definitely have to come back read more

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Avi N.

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We went there for a quick snack of Falafel. The place is a bona fide hookah bar so other customers were smoking inside, too. That was strange sight to see in a while. The falafel was toasted from the outside and made in a think flatbread like an egg roll. It was smaller than a Falafel in a pita would be but contained some marinated vegetables, falafel and salad. It was OK in taste and the price was $5 which was not bad, either. Will have to explore this are for a proper falafel place. read more

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8 years ago

Best Arabic spot in Paterson! Love their food how fresh it is. Can't wait for the summer for their outdoor patio. I would like to see more friendly staff for us non middle eastern people. All 4 times I been there these ladies are super dry ; no connection whatsoever read more

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I think their chicken shawarma sandwich is awesome! But everything else is just ok from my take out experience. I would like to give thEm a try to dine in bUt the place always looks empty. For now, I will continue picking up my shawarma sandwich to go. read more

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Second time coming here and the first time was amazing food was delicious, hummus is on point!! But tonight the food was saltier then the salute Splatoon. The shawarma was like taking a whole container of salt and pouring it on it and my friend ordered a mix platter which I don't blame the kid he looked super nervous serving maybe his first time but took over an hour to get but eventually we got it honestly I give you guy five stars but tonight the food was not edible. read more

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Hala A.

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I'm so happy with this new place, there food is so good (and I'm critical when it comes to Arabic food). I highly recommend their shawarma and fries, and their tabbouleh. Their hookahs are also great and I consistently get a great hookah made every time I come. The staff is also so friendly and accommodating. Our server, Carlos is amazing, very attentive and kind. I honestly don't leave many reviews unless I really like a place, and I hope they are here for a while and keep up the same high standards for food and service. read more

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This place makes the best Shawarma Sandwich in Paterson. I usually go to a different spot, while walking there I stumbled upon this place. Excellent place to chill with friends an Smoke Hookah. read more

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The best Mediterranean restaurant in northern Jersey highly recommend because all the food is halal thank you guys the best of the best read more

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Lamia H.

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Terrible service. Messed up our order. and snatched card to pay and then slammed it on table.

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Shivani G.

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My fav Greek salad! Sometimes I'll get the shish tawook with the salad but recently I've been getting shrimp and the salad, it's sooo good. Before Covid I used to come here for hookah as well and that was also really nice, great bowl packs! read more

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Farrah M.

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This place is a hidden gem! Loved their food - their shawarma wraps are to die for. Was visiting family in NJ & wanted to see what all the fuss about this place was about - experienced it and must say- it's definitely worth all the fuss!!!! One of the best Lebanese food places I've had. Quality was above average but the taste was a hit!! I'd definitely go back & recommend this to a friend who loves meat, Mediterranean food and is traveling to east coast. The restaurant is not fancy, just a fast food place - something simple & in the middle of a busy street. I'd rather prefer "to go " than dining in, service was friendly and fast. Parking was a tad of a challenge, we had to walk further down the street to get to our vehicle. Washrooms were clean , overall the taste of their food overpowered everything else. In my opinion they're a solid 5! /) Don't take my word for it, go try them yourselves . read more

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More info about Saj Palestine

1009 Main St
Paterson, NJ 07503
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(862) 239-9955
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http://www.sajlebanesecuisineandloungenj.com

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Hours

What time does Saj Palestine open?

Saj Palestine opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Saj Palestine close?

Saj Palestine closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does Saj Palestine take credit cards?

Yes, Saj Palestine takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Saj Palestine have catering options?

Yes, Saj Palestine does have catering options.

Does Saj Palestine serve alcohol?

No, Saj Palestine does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Saj Palestine have TVs?

Yes, Saj Palestine has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Saj Palestine have outdoor seating?

Yes, Saj Palestine has outdoor seating options.

Does Saj Palestine have parking?

Yes, Saj Palestine has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Saj Palestine allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, Saj Palestine allows outdoor smoking.

Does Saj Palestine have free WiFi?

Yes, Saj Palestine has free WiFi.

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"Ya Hala" Welcome to SAJ, an Authentic Lebanese Restaurant in New Jersey. Located in Paterson, this restaurant is more than just dining. SAJ is an experience. Enjoy the best in traditional Lebanese cuisine in an atmosphere true to the Lebanese culture - From Arabesque tile walls, complemented by New Jersey exposed brick to imported water pitchers and wood art, so you can enjoy our special SAJ hookah. Catering services also available!

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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.

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Very impressed. First time eating Lebanese food with friend for birthday celebration and it was…read moredelicious. The hummus platter and meat platters was delicious. The atmosphere and attentive staff was top notch,especially our server Isabell. Definitely will be back to try some of the other offerings on the menu

Don't recommend, maybe if you are a regular they will treat you good, but I checked the reviews and…read moredecided to give it a chance since I was in the neighborhood, service was super slow, I could barely understand the waitress, they have a lack of communication. I ordered a salad to start and was fast, but took over 1 hour for our main courses and never arrived, we left and they still charged us for 18% gratuity ‍ doesn't make any sense. The server kept telling us that the food was coming but was lie.. never going back

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4.4(122 reviews)

5.5 mi

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?

Five years later, still five stars…read more Stopped in today for lunch and got some baba gahnoush. It was delicious, smoky and creamy. Also tried the Burak and they were good, not overwhelming and they had a nice crunch. My mom ordered the sujuk and it was great. The sausage almost tasted like chorizo. I asked for the chicken shawarma gyro but I got a platter instead. There was some miscommunication but I'm kind of glad there was! It was delicious. The rice pilaf is very good. The hummus is also smooth and tasty. It was shockingly empty for lunch but I suppose they do a lot of takeout and are busier on weekends. The ladies who were serving were so sweet and accommodating. Love this spot!

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4.7(97 reviews)

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Sooo good! Very authentic Lebanese food that will have you feeling like you're in Lebanon. The…read moreservice was great, everyone was so sweet, and I loved the cute Lebanese decor. The cocktail manoushe was really good, the grape leaves were delicious, and the tabbouleh was great. My favorite was definitely the taouk sandwich! Everything was so flavorful and fresh.

Stopped in on a chilly Sunday afternoon and were welcomed by a warm, cozy atmosphere. We were…read moreserved pita chips with za'atar as a house appetizer, which was a lovely touch. We shared a lentil soup that was good, though it could have used a squeeze of lemon or something similar to brighten the flavor. The falafel sandwich was delicious, packed with fresh pickles and paired perfectly with a side of baba ghanoush. The chicken shawarma sandwich was also tasty, though it didn't include the same pickles as the falafel. Overall, this was a delicious and authentic spot that I'd definitely visit again if I were in the area.

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We got there and immediately noticed there's no greeter or host upfront. We awkwardly make our way…read moretoward the middle of the restaurant to find somebody and ask for a table. We get seated, place our order, and roughly 40 minutes have gone by. We are wondering what is taking so long. I see a server walking towards us with what looks like the food we ordered. But he places the 2 plates of food on the table beside us, the table who came about 25-30 minutes after us. The couple at the table make a comment of whether they ordered that food, but the server still walks away. In the meantime, their children at that table immediately dig into the food left in front of them. A few minutes later, the server realizes his mistake and comes back trying to fix his mistake. Of course, at that point, we don't want food that's already been touched. The manager comes over, he asks us to wait again while they remake our food. At this point, we are being asked to wait over an hour for our food, the least they could've done is offered even the smallest discount, but they didn't. I understand we're all human and mistakes can happen. But after turning our experience into a disaster, the least they could've done is offered to comp even a part of our meal. They did not, we left very disappointed and mind you this was Mother's Day.

I can't say enough about TAJ RESTAURANT PATERSON NJ. We love this place! The food, the atmosphere…read moreand best of all, the workers! They all rush to make your day a beautiful one. Our hostess Nohan is such a delight, God bless her and her welcoming us to our table. That's exactly what they did when I came in with friends of ours that were not Arabic but loves our food. One was visiting from California! They all loved the food and everything there. We will be going back every chance we get.

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Always on the hunt for a tasty kebab! Checked out Au Za'atar with some friends, and we shared the…read morespicy hummus, fattoush salad, and their mixed grill platter. The spicy hummus isn't spicy (unless you keep eating it repeatedly on its own, at which point there may be a very mild spice building up in the back of your throat but nothing crazy). Now it may not be very spicy, but it is damn well one of the best hummus I've had because it was so velvety smooth and perfectly pureed with that fragrant nuttiness (hence why I was devouring it on its own at a certain point). The mixed grill platter is a good plate to share because it has a variety of meats like chicken and ground beef - beautifully roasted and so juicy. Personally wish it could come with rice instead of fries, but that's just a preference. Fattoush salad really complemented the whole meal with its fresh greens and tangy acidity to balance the creaminess of the hummus and savoriness of the kebabs. With good service and a cozy rustic interior, I'd recommend Au Za'atar as a solid spot for Middle Eastern cuisine :)

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Wonderful place with great outdoor with a very lived community around. We love Ridgewood food was…read morevery tasty but they ran out of shrimps for my husband main course but instead we shared my lamb chops together because I was very full with a large appetizer that we ordered without realizing it was going to be that huge. But it was enough for us afterwards. Service was up and down but as a great human being that I'm I don't blame our waiter he was young and his first week so I'm sure he was nervous, confused and overwhelmed with a place with almost full capacity. it's all normal to happen, I'm sure he will learn as he goes through this experience. But he was very respectful and so apologetic to us and that was very kind of him. Wishing him the BEST!!!!

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53.7 mi

I was so fortunate to find this amazing restaurant, about a mile off exit 8 on I84…read more The owners are so friendly, kind, and ready to share thier culture. The two times I've been in, they've brought out samples of thier menu items to try. I've ordered various things on the menu: hummus, lebneh, falafel wraps, falafel platters, baked kibbe platters, the green bean side, etc. All have been amongst the best Lebanese food I've tried. I want to expand and try more things, like the chicken and beef kafta. If you have questions just ask. Certain platters come with different items. Some rice, some salad, etc. Thier pita is fresh and delicious, and comes in different sizes. They have a decent sized dining area for dine-in, and the take-out area is right as you walk in the side door. Here you will also find a grocery area with Lebanese essentials. The selection is sizable, and offers items you won't find in a regular grocery store. I stocked up on spices, and coffee. Prices are reasonable, and portions are generous. I will return every opportunity I get.

This is a little hole in the wall spot that gives it such charm. It's part of the ambience. They…read moreserve you straight from the kitchen and people running the joint got it on lock down. Been many times and send people often. The food is by far the best Mediterranean food I've had in a 50 mile radius .

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Roasted lamb over rice and nuts. Out of this world.

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Laila M.

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2 years ago

The juice and the food were exceptional that each sip and bite felt like a taste of the greatest Palestinians flavour and the freshest fruits. the atmosphere is great and definitely i recommend this place for your next visit. The service was great as well. read more

Jack E.

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8 years ago

This is the only place in which i'll order a hookah with my food. This place has been a staple for my friends and I for the past several years. In that being said, if you like arabic food, you will not be dissapointed with this place. read more

SJ E.

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9 years ago

Had a great time their shawarma is unreal so good an flavorful hookah also one of the best hookahs I ever smoked congrats the owner also was really friendly a must try in the area. read more

Yommna M.

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6 years ago

Came here to pick up some food and I was definitely not disappointed. The food was great, still hot, and everything tasted fresh. I will definitely be ordering from here again read more

Reem Y.

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6 years ago

i love going to saj, my go to restaurant whenever i need some take out. Customer service is amazing!!! love everyone who works there! best shish kabobs in jersey hands down! read more

Simon G.

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7 years ago

The best Lebanese cuisine restaurant in Paterson,food is exceptional the service is special the hookah is home made with natural coal Thank you guys read more

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