Middle Eastern Restaurants near Hackensack, NJ

“Really good food and service. Falafel and garlic is sauce is out of this world.“

“They had done a beautiful job with the decoration, the atmosphere was lovely. The waiter was very attentive to us. The food and appetizers were delicious. I also really liked that they offered tea and dessert after the meal. If you are nearby, you should definitely stop by, I recommend it.“

“My new favorite restaurant!!! The food is amazing.“

“Best food! Great people!!!“

“Really enjoyed the food at Gigi Halal Food! The falafel over rice was fresh, flavorful, and filling, and the burger was juicy and delicious. The portions were generous, everything tasted fresh, and the service was great too. Definitely a good spot for tasty halal food. Would happily come back again!“

“Good food, very interesting and pretty unique or original Mediterranean dishes. I enjoyed everything I tried, however, nothing left me excited to try more. It's quite pricey. The ambiance is really nice, but the tables are too close together and it can get loud.“

“Sooo delicious!!! Wonderful staff. Great owners!!“

“It is the best persian food I have tried in New York. The staff was friendly and professional.The owner is very kind, also he is the former goal keeper of Persepolis soccer team of Iran.“

“Very good falafel. Quite pricey. Nice and fast service.“

“Delicious Authentic Middle Eastern falafel and shawarma. It's a place that focuses on just that, but does it really well. Every element of the 'sandwich' is made to perfection! The pita is fresh and warm, the shawarma is cooked perfectly on the rotisserie, and each topping is delicious- the humus, tehina, amba, onions... plus ... served with a smile! Open late too!“

“The beautiful, intimate atmosphere and absolutely top notch comfort food would be worth it alone - BUT the service was also awesome. After we were graciously seated without a reservation (try to book ahead because you really won't want to miss this place), the staff was so kind, friendly, and attentive. Absolutely everything we had was wonderful but the knafeh actually brought a tear to my eye. ❤️ Absolutely would recommend 5 out of 5 stars.“

“Amazing place! Owner, food and service wow!!!“

“Amazing place! Owner, food and service wow!!!“

“We really enjoyed our experience at Gazala's. Very reasonable prices for Manhattan. Excellent food. Very friendly and professional staff. Even the pickiest members of our party enjoyed it. I highly recommend it.“

“The food was easily the best Arab food I’ve had. Ever. The owners were super nice and actually invited us to sit instead of take out, and we got complimentary toum (also best toum I’ve ever had), peppers, pickles, and some sort of Arab bread. The bread was nice and crackly and there was a LOT of it. The toum, unlike other Arab places with toum, was actually light and had that whipped texture that is desired. The garlic flavor was on point and not too overpowering. The star of the show was easily the crispy chicken shawarma, though. It looks small in some videos, but it was wider than my mouth. I had to do some talking to find out myself, but to get the fries, toum, and pickles next to the shawarma, you need to ask for the crispy chicken shawarma combo. It was super crispy, and the breading was very nicely toasted. I kept finding myself layering the top with some pickles, fries, and more toum. They also drizzled some pomegranate molasses on the chicken shawarma, which gave it a tangy but also fruity aftertaste. We also ordered the charcoal chicken and kebab. The kebab, instead of normal beef on a stick, actually came with some yellow rice and some REALLY GOOD spicy seasoned bread that was very soft and moist on some parts and crispy on the others. You could literally see the spice particles on it. The charcoal chicken was juicy, tender, and had that charcoal roasted flavoring. It even came with a bunch of complimentary fries. The fries on both the shawarma and the charcoal chicken was nicely battered, and the shawarma fries were very well seasoned. The only thing is that the bathroom is through a door that leads upstairs, and you have to open two doors. If you’re someone like me and don’t like the feeling of putting grip on things with sticky stuff on your hands, you won’t like that. It’s one of those turn knobs. Finally, the music made me feel like I was actually back in Abu Dhabi watching fire shows while eating falafel. Please visit, they are amazing people who make amazing food!“

“I would have given a "5" rating for atmosphere if not for flies outside around our food. I also don't like the hookah smoking. Other than that, the service and the food were Perfect!!!“

“ATEHNTIC FOOD EXCELLENT QUALITY SITTING AREA IS GOOD“

“Delicious and friendly. Been coming here for years and bringing friends who visit from out of town.“

“Best restaurant in NJ. Always fresh tasty and delicious food. A must try!“

“Best Falafel and Shawarma in the city! I usually order at the truck on Ditmars, and they routinely give free falafel to all those who wait for their food or to order. The portions are generous and the food is amazing. Sometimes if you go to the broadway location the service can be a bit slow, but it’s usually crowded when I go. Great place!“

“One of the best Palestinian food around 10 stars“

“Had such a great experience,
The waitress was incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely helpful, which made us feel so welcomed. The food was outstanding everything tasted fresh, high quality, and absolutely delicious. You can really tell they care about both the service and the food. Definitely a great spot will come back.“

“Good Luck � My Friend“

“Really good place, got the mixed sandwich and it was a really good price and tasted great. Hummus and pita are good. Chicken platter also good.

Haven’t tried their burger and fries and stuff but they’re a good price so may be worth a try too if you aren’t into kebab and platters and such.“

“Always a hit. Service is great“

“it’s a treat to eat at Miznon. Great food! Wonderful service and a fun atmosphere too!“

“A very nice place to check out if you’re into mediterranean cuisine! Excellent vegetarian options and delicious food. But if you’re someone who enjoys good service like me then this is not the place. after being sat down for 15 mins the server gave the menu. After reminding 3 times, we finally got water which was bottled and we were not told about I assumed they would bring tap water and on top of that they will randomly put 15% or 18% tip irrespective of party size. Waiting for menu for 15 mins and then waiting for water not sure what kind of service one is getting and to top it off getting the drinks ordered post meal! Again if you’re a foody then this a good place to try but not for the service.“

“Stopped in for lunch during a conference nearby. The falafel appetizer was filling, tasty, and with just a bit of heat. And the proprieter was delightfully friendly, throwing in a bit of hummus and a pita. A dessert of baklava was sweet without being sickly or cloying or too wet. And the price with a soft drink was less than $12, which is a real bargain. I'll be back again if I'm in the area.“

“Delicious, quick, and such nice staff! I love the veggies and the pickles along with the wonderfully herbaceous hot sauce!“

“very outstanding service also great food 🍱“

“Supergood“

“Food and drinks were delicious and our wait staff was friendly and attentive! Two thumbs up!“

“The kunafe is so good with the ice cream on top of the kunafe you should try it especially with Zubeyir 5 star service“

“An awesome experience. Great food and very attentive service. Will be back ❤️“

“food was simply delicious and well served👍❤️❤️❤️ the stuff was amazingly friendly and professional❤️❤️❤️will definitely go back there❤️❤️❤️💐💐💐“

“very fast customer service“

“I cannot say enough good things about my experience at this restaurant. The food was spectacular. I will dream about it. Service was prompt and polite. Best middle eastern food I have had in a long time. If you are in the area, you must stop by. It’s worth it!“

“let me tell you all something people of Teaneck. you need to come to sababa grill!!!!. the food is fresh, yummy and delicious. everything you get will blow your minds and pallet. I highly recommend the Moli and Dani shawarma. the brisket for Shabbat is Divine. Dani is a pleasure to talk to and he operates his business like no other. much respect Dani keep doing what you do and can't wait to come back this week“

“If you’re looking for delicious halal food in NYC, this place is a must-visit.

Just a 7-minute walk from Times Square, it’s the perfect spot to grab some incredibly flavorful kebabs. Right across from the food cart, there’s a proper seating area where you can sit back, enjoy your meal, and soak in the hustle and bustle of New York City.

Highly recommended!“

“I just wanted to share my thoughts. First and foremost, the food is great and the service is top notch. What make this place different, than many others is the staff. When we asked them for a favor, they were so excited to help us with our moms celebration. Just for that I will continue to eat there. Excellent...“

“Very nice and clean place to eat from and respectful service“

“Consistently quality, with outstanding flavor. Honest, authentic dishes, and delicious desserts. BYOB.“

“For a quick lunch on-the-go, NAYA has the perfect options! Their pita pockets are a brilliant idea that I’m glad they’ve brought to the scene, and the flavors they offer are great. I loved the Falafel and Chicken Shawarma Pockets, and their Za’atar Chips went great with the various dips and sauces they offer, my favorite being the Baba Ghanoush. Highly recommend to all!“

“Great food. Wonderful selection! Quality food!!!!“

“Your friends will thank you for recommending this place. Their dishes showcase freshness, flavor, and menu diversity. This restaurant is an exciting find!!! I can't recall the last time I was treated this well. The service is personable, the meals tasty, and the location has energy.“

“It’s amazing they have delicious dishes , clean space and nice stuff . My son love their kofta???“

“My experience at Shah's Halal Food was quite delightful. Service was very fast ⚡, the price 💰 was super reasonable, the food was extremely tasty 😋, and the portion size was quite large and filling. If I'm ever in the area in the future, I would certainly return to this establishment if possible!!“

“Delicious middle eastern food at fair prices!!!“

“I had the bowl with rice, cauliflower as protein, everything for toppings and the spicy red sauce. This vegetarian bowl is so delicious. I didn’t even miss the meat. The vermicelli rice is cooked well and flavored, not too soft or mushy. This location has a few seatings and is close to Central Park.“

“The greatest hummus I’ve ever had in my life. Hummus kitchen is the one place we always visit when in nyc.“