50 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Hawthorne

“Fresh and delicious Thank you !💜💜💜“

“We love Kilim Mediterranean & consider it the best of the best in Bergen county. The food is fresh & absolutely delicious. The staff as well as the owner are warm & very welcoming. We highly recommend it & you will not be disappointed“

“We stopped in for lunch today and had a great experience. The food was delicious and the service was excellent! We’ll be coming back for dinner soon! Highly recommend High Mountain Mediterranean Restaurant!“

“The people who host and serve treat you sooo well…like a happy family feeling! The menu is inventive and delicious. We have now become regulars and especially like coming for the lunch deal, as it has so many great choices! Check it out!“

“Bella’s kitchen is absolutely delicious. The food is fresh, creative and so good. The portions are a nice size and the staff is warm and friendly. I took two of my friends there this weekend, and they absolutely felt the same way. I highly recommend Bella’s.kitchen.“

“Jackie Smalls – My New Favorite Brunch Spot!

I don’t usually go out for brunch because most places serve the same old eggs and pancakes, but Jackie Smalls completely changed my mind. This has to be my favorite breakfast/brunch spot I’ve tried!

I ordered the Freekeh Bowl, Grains of Nazareth, and French Toast, and every dish was incredibly fulfilling and well-balanced. But let me tell you—the French Toast was hands down the best I’ve ever had. They use sourdough bread infused with rose, which adds such a unique flavor. The whipped cream on the side was unbelievably fresh (unlike anything I’ve had before!), and the maple syrup had just the right amount of sweetness.

If you haven’t been to Jackie Smalls yet, you need to give it a try. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed!“

“Went today for the first time, wonderful staff and the food was incredible. Great size portions, every part of our meal was delicious. Cannot wait to go back again. Well worth the ride from Ramsey. NJ“

“Should be best best restaurants list in NJ!“

“We went to Rola’s for the first time Saturday night and it will definitely not be our last time. The place is so cozy perfect for a date night or for dinner with family. The food is amazing! We tried the Rolas appetizer spread platter delicious, the lentil soup delicious, the kufta kebab delicious, the lamb chops delicious! Everything was perfect! We can’t wait to be back. Definitely don’t hesitate everyone should try Rola’s you will NOT be disappointed.“

“Excellent quality food..easily the best greek/Mediterranean restaurant around. We had babaganoush, sauteed octopus and mixed grill for two. The portions are just right and there was not a single dish that wasnt 10/10. Great service. The place was quiet around 6pm on a Friday and then just exploded with customers. We are happy we just discovered this little gem. And the cherry on top - very inexpensive for what you get. It's tough to beat combo“

“Was looking for Mediterranean food for my wife and I on a casual evening out and we were not disappointed. Super friendly/helpful staff, wonderful atmosphere, and a wonderful selection of food. My wife and I got a bowl and we both loved it. If you are looking for a counter style Mediterranean place to eat this is a fantastic choice! All the food is made fresh. My wife ordered pita chips and falafel on the side and both were made fresh when we ordered. The pita chips were thick and super crispy. The falafel was incredibly moist too. Highly recommend!“

“I’ve never had Turkish food but I decided to try it out and it was delicious, I had the donor with lamb and beef and the chicken vegetable soup. Everything was great and good portions too. The bread they brought to the table was amazing as well as the Turkish tea“

“Just had dinner here the second time this month and it was delicious!! Salmon, Lamb Beet and goat cheese, shepards salad and Smyrna salad fantastic!! All the Greek spreads and pita are delicious. A must try!! Lunch and take out specials too!! Gyro!!“

“It is a very tasty and very clean restaurant, I definitely recommend it.Ali Bey opened a nice restaurant, thank you“

“If you've been, you know... they do great food here and the service is also great. The food is always fresh and hot without preservatives (you can tell), served fast, and with a smile. I've been a fan for years and they earn my loyalty with every meal and smoothy. 5-stars for sure.“

“Ada is a great restaurant and an enjoyable place to spend an evening/ celebration with family and friends! The staff and host are always so welcoming and pleasant. The delicious food and desserts speaks for themselves always made fresh and presented with such style. We recently celebrated a birthday and had such an amazing evening thanks to Selchuk and the staff.“

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

“Trying a new restaurant in Franklin Lakes, we were met with a friendly, gracious greeting from Martin, and then amazing service from staff. The lunch portions were large, priced reasonably, and the food was outstanding. Very satisfied.“

“Loved the chicken shawarma sandwich with fries. The fries came fresh and well seasoned and the shawarma wrap was just made to perfection and is more than enough for a single person.
I also had their delicious lentil soup and was def big for a single serving. Already planning my 3rd visit in the span of a month.“

“I ordered tray of Konafa with Keshta and was delicious. I recommend this انا طلبت صينية كنافه بالقشطه وكانت طعمه جدا.“

“+Food is amazing! The gyro platter filled with tender meat, moist rice, fresh salad, warmed pita, delicious tzatziki sauce and enough for 2 meals- if you're average weight woman anyway! The owners are super friendly, accomdating and generous- got there earlier than expected for pick-up and they gave me free hummus for waiting when it was my fault for coming ahead of time!! What??!! We'll be back for sure! Gotta support great local eateries like this!!“

“Very nice place Delicious food“

“I love it !! Mucver my favorite 😍 appetizer!!“

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

“Best place to eat a salad Nieve was the best.“

“Thank you Nouri Cafe for your always great tasteful Middle Eastern food and your kind working staff. God bless you all 🥰🙏“

“The food is great but the service is even better!“

“Recommended by a friend. It’s a spacious restaurant with beautiful ambience. The food however is quite expensive and the portions average. Entrées of chicken and lamb each w/ lemonades and a kids chicken finger with soufflé can end up close to 160$. Could be lower imo.“

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

“Had the tasty falafel waffle and fava bean salad for lunch. Great vegetarian options plus a beautiful atmosphere and friendly service. Look forward to returning.“

“Had lunch here today with a friend. Ordered my shawarma bowl and mentioned to the girl at the cashier that my throat hurt and I was thinking of hot tea. She put together a cup of tea with fresh ginger and honey — so thoughtful!! And the food is top notch.“

“Had a fantastic meal at The Kebabci West with my kids! The owner is incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home. The food was absolutely delicious—flavorful, fresh, and generously portioned. Every dish was perfectly cooked and packed with authentic flavors. We left full and happy! Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for great cuisine in a warm, inviting atmosphere. We'll definitely be back!“

“Excellent food, large portions and very reasonably priced. I highly recommend NAYA!“

“Shlomo's kindness and generosity is endless! Not only has he offered to participate in a PTO sponsored dine to donate today, but when our school staff ordered lunch to support, he refused payment and insisted the payment be donated to the PTO in full! He gets plenty of love and all is deserved! Thank you Shlomo and Gyro Grill for not only delicious food but for your continued acts of love in the Wayne community!“

“Food and service excellent“

“My favorite Cava location to date. Every time I’m craving something fresh and filling, I know I can count on them. The bowls are SO customizable, and I love that I can choose exactly what I’m in the mood for. Their ingredients are always super fresh, and I can tell they put a lot of care into their food. I’m kind of addicted to their Grilled steak! The staff is always so friendly and they make the whole experience feel welcoming. I seriously can’t get enough of this place. If you haven’t tried it yet, you’re missing out! 100000/10 the absolute best!“

“Gabriella helped cater a lunch for me, and let me tell you, everyone loved all the dishes! Fed 30 people and was given nothing but compliments about the food and presentation of the delivery. Whether it's dining in or getting take-out/delivery, I highly recommend Gabriella's, you will not be disappointed. Will definitely be ordering more in the future!“

“Great food , great prices. Friendly welcoming staff. the classic shawarma sandwich and falafel sandwich are delicious. do yourself a favor and get the mint lemonade, you'll be hooked :)“

“Always a hit. Service is great“

“I love this place❤️“

“Me encantó la comida, la atención. Estuve con mi novio que es Egipcio. Muchas gracias se los recomiendo 100%.“

“Everyone is really friendly! The new menu is fantastic! Tonight, I had the best hummus and falafel that I’ve had in years! My husband had the Shish Tawook and I had the garlic shrimp. Both were perfectly cooked and super flavorful. The chicken (shish tawook) was amazing - so flavorful! You have to go to this place - you won’t regret it!“

“If you're looking for the best Koobideh kebab in New Jersey and New York, Zaffron Bloom is the place to go. Every time I visit, I'm amazed by the deliciousness of the food, especially their Tahdig. The Olivieh salad and Spanish yogurt are also quite tasty. Since it's a family-run business, the owners are incredibly kind and welcoming. I love this place and highly recommend their kebabs!??“

“the services is wonderful, the food very delicious, I felt like in Egypt. I love it soooo much“

“The brunch and the twin waitresses where amazing. I can’t wait to come back“

“I had an event catered and everything was absolutely amazing and delicious. I will always come back to Beyond Pita and recommend you do too!

Dietary restrictions: I eat only mediaterrian food and this is the best place ever! I will definitely keep coming back! Jerry the owner makes his own most delicious green hot sauce!!!

Parking: Beyond Pita has their own parking lot which is rare in Montclair“

“Don't underestimate this place. I've been to 5 star restaurants and in my opinion this eatery shares some of the same qualities that I admire in upscale restaurants: consistency and deliciousness.

The people behind the register are friendly but quiet. I go here during week when I want something that is fresh and high in protein. They provide you with generous portions so if you workout and need a solid amount of protein and carbs this is my favorite in the area. I enjoy eating here more than Chipotle, higher quality meat with bolder flavors and they serve uniform portions of chicken. They don't cut corners here.

The chicken platter is my favorite and I highly recommend it to people wanting to try something new. With the chicken platter I enjoy the fresh zesty flavors of onions, tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and tzatziki sauce on the side. I recommend ordering an extra sauce with your order. WIth the colder months I'd also recommend the their lentil soup. It was really tasty!

Side note: I don't recommend the cheese burger. It's not their specialty. Stick with the chicken platter.“

“Ms. Gülfer was very hospitable, she took care of us, the food was excellent, thank you for offering tea.

Ms. Gülfer was very hospitable and took great care of us. The food was excellent, and thank you for the tea offering“