Lebanese Restaurants near Jersey City, NJ

“We ordered so many incredible signature dishes. The lamb moussaka was 5 stars! To really test them we ordered one of the best lahmanchoun’s we’ve tasted in NY! Cozy atmosphere, attentive waitstaff, Momo JC definitely exceeded our expectations!“

“I frequent this location often, and the main reason I keep coming back is the consistently exceptional service. After a long day at work, there is something genuinely refreshing about walking into a place where you are greeted with friendliness, treated with respect, and made to feel welcome every single time. The team at the Newport location does an excellent job creating that kind of atmosphere.

Every time I visit, the staff recognizes me and treats me less like a customer and more like a friend coming back into their home. That level of familiarity and genuine hospitality is something you do not experience everywhere, and I really appreciate the effort the entire team puts into making customers feel valued.

A special shout-out to Anshelo, who I believe is the manager. He is always incredibly friendly, welcoming, and professional. From what I have observed, he does a great job creating a positive morale within his team, and that clearly translates into the customer experience. The staff consistently reflects the same level of friendliness and positive energy, which speaks highly of the environment he has helped create.

I also want to recognize some of the line staff, especially Anthony and Harry, who are always extremely friendly, personable, and welcoming. They consistently make the experience feel positive, even during what I imagine can be very busy and demanding shifts.

As a manager in hospitality myself, I have a strong appreciation for excellent service, and the service this team provides genuinely stands out to me. It is clear that the staff takes pride in what they do, and that effort does not go unnoticed. Huge shout-out to the entire Newport team for consistently providing such a great experience!

And of course, the food is great as well, but honestly, that is something I have come to expect from NAYA. What really sets this location apart from the rest for me is the quality of the people. The level of service, friendliness, and genuine hospitality at the Newport location is what keeps me coming back!“

“I’ve been going to Ibby’s since they first opened. If you want good food, this is the place to go. Their falafels are like no other!! They have the best falafels in N.J. Hands down!“

“Great food it was beautiful outside quiet. I enjoyed my dinner I recommend everyone to go.“

“Tons of interesting dishes and all were hits pretty much. The heirloom tomato had such a acidic punch that really elevated the dish. The whole fish with chinmichurri sauce is amazing. Their wine selection by the glass is also great. Baba gahnouj is delicious. The only thing I would skip is the brussel sprouts“

“Me encantó !!! Comida libanesa deliciosa y exquisita ♥️“

“the appetizers were stunning, great service and great atmosphere, friendly and professional waiters“

“The best authentic Lebanese food in NYC. A must-try. All there food is fresh and delicious and very generous quantities. Their Shawarma is soooo good, you can eat it in bowl or a sandwich with lots of yummy toppings. I also tried their falafel and it was super good!“

“I saw this resturant on Uber Eats, was very impressed by the menu & the variety of plates they offer. Was so impressed by the delicious kebabs, the lamb chops which are extremely soft & tasty. Also got the stuffed grape leaves which is served The real Mediterranean way( stuffed with meat, rice, herbs and parsley). The next time tried the kofta kabab & the liver with onions which had great sauce. The stuffed cabbage rolls comes with lollipop lamb chops. Complements to the chefs for offering all these variations as well as perfect preparation“

“Izzy is always accommodating & nice. I’ve always had a good food experience whenever I go.“

“We went there last night for dinner and absolutely loved everything and will definitely go back.

It was my first time having Lebanese food and LOVED it. We had tabouleh salad which is a great starter, herb chicken (which I do not remember the exact name) had amazing potatoes on the side and was super delicious, enough to share.

We got fresh pita on the side and were sooo good, same with sumac fries.

We were their last customers last night and they brought us desert on the house which was AMAZING and one of the best deserts I ever had.

highly recommended, loved it.“

“Excellent customer service. The food is delicious.“

“Fantastic experience at El Cedro! The food was absolutely delicious; we loved the chicken hummus platter and the baked feta cueso. To top it off, the hibiscus tea was incredibly refreshing. Our server was wonderful, and the restaurant has a great atmosphere with beautiful paintings. Highly recommend!“

“Want to make your pallet dance? Of course you do! Boutros is the place to go from their tantalizing cocktails to their original baba ghanoush and falafel you’ll be simply amazed. Old school, traditional recipes with a twist of new flare. Mikey is a wizard for creating his cocktails. I had the pleasure of trying two of them that he created after thinking about them for 12 years and I highly recommend them the Garlic Gibson and the Bitter tree, both are amazing. Allen, who is the chef and owner and named this quaint little place after his dad will delight you with his specialties my Sister and I had the mushroom hummus. The short rib wraps are beautiful salad and baba ghanoush to name a few. Hurry up, you won’t be disappointed!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Lebanese food served in small plates. Really enjoyed the options they had. The labne plate and pita bread is so fresh and delicious. The batata was crispy and excellent. The rice dish flavor was good it’s just we had some very hard pieces of rice mixed in- not sure if it was because of being reheated too much or being a little stale.“

“First of all, my chicken sandwich was SO flavourful, as well as my avocado zaartar salad. Thank you!“

“The five stars for the hummus, -absolutely incredible. We also got a swarms lamb wrap and a chicken wrap which were delicious and unique with slices of pickle.

Smear some humus on that wrap- forget about it.

We were just walking out of subway when we found this- glad we did!“

“Ali is the greatest server! The food was incredible. The drinks were on point! Will definitely be back.“

“Been here twice and the food is omg fabulous and so aromatic . It’s also BYOB with no cork fee. Lovely like cozy spot in East Village. Shared this mixed grill platter with a friend and was just enough to fill us up.“

“Great service, friendly staff AMAZING food.“

“I’ve been going to the Tripoli since I was a child (1975, so I was 2 years old). At first, the draw was their authentic pastries (their Birds Nests are TOP NOTCH!!!). To this day, I love their traditional Lebanese cuisine (their humus, babaghanouj and tabouli are AMAZING as is their shish-kabob and chicken shishtaouk). If ever you find yourself on the border between Brooklyn Heights and Cobble Hill Brooklyn (NYC), I can’t recommend them enough!!!“

“This place is truly a hidden gem. I got the ginger falafel bowl and it was packed with amazing flavours and everything was fresh and clearly home made. I’d say the falafel might be the best in the city. Prices are also very reasonable for the quality and size.“

“Warm environment and friendly owner and staff👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻“

“We went as a family and the food was delicious—cherry kebab, shish tawook, kebbah and hummus were all amazing. The atmosphere was excellent, and our server was very helpful in guiding us on what to order. They also assisted with our reservation, even though we arrived without one. I’ll definitely come again and highly recommend visiting to enjoy the restaurant’s great“

“Amazing place to be at if you’re on a budget! Delicious scrumptious food. The food is loaded. My family was very full and satiated. The food can be customized with spice level and add on veges. Over all 100/100!!! Will be coming back soon!“

“The food and service is amazing!!“

“Helped by Anna

Was wonderful food and great service

She helped me so well and understands clients specific food preferences

Awesome service give her a raise !

Will come at Naya again when in New York

Food is yummy“

“This is a great restaurant. It's casual but the food is very high quality and delicious! My son had the Lava Chicken Shawarma Arabic and I had the Vegan Arabic Sandwich. We got the combo for each (with fries and a drink) and the total price was $40. The vegan sandwich was amazing - lots of vegetables and falafel - all seasoned wonderfully. I think it is the best vegan sandwich I ever had. The chicken shawarma was great too - and plated up beautifully. The restaurant's atmosphere is serene and relaxing. A++.“

“Have you walked past this place and thought about trying it? The smells, the look, and the staff all seem to invite you in but you haven't made up your mind yet? Well this is your formal invitation to take that step. The food is delicious, the burgers flavorful, the lamb soft with a hint of common Halal food cart notes but with a twist that raises it to another level of culinary experience.

Remember when it used to be a fried chicken spot? The new place has not been lost in terms of service and comfort food. Trust me. There's still a lot of fried tasty foods for those nights when you want to stay in with a movie and appetizers.

They have platters for dinner nights or lunch dates.

The hummus and lentil soup are some of my favorite lighter things to order.

I buy olive oil from them for my house.

I'm making this review because a lot of people ask me about this place. They're mainly skeptical to go in because it's still a friend chicken spot in their hearts but they're always curious to know how good the food from their new menu.

Hands down, no bs, it's amazing.
Same owner. Different menu. Trust me, go in and order something 😁 try their drinks, they have some fun looking bottles that are sooooo good 👍“

“Whenever I visit Manhattan, even though there are many restaurants and places to eat, I always find myself going to Naya Express for Lebanese and Syrian food — it’s consistently wonderful. The prices are fantastic, the place is clean and fast, and the staff is incredibly friendly.“

“Good, healthy, affordable food and quick service. There’s usually a long line during lunch hour but it moves pretty quickly. I like that they give regular portions so I don’t overeat. More of a grab and go spot than a sit and eat spot.“

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“The quality of the meat from the butcher in the back is outstanding—everything tastes incredibly fresh and flavorful. I especially love their sujok, the spicy beef sausage. It’s perfectly seasoned with just the right kick, and you can usually find it in the freezer section, available in different levels of spiciness.

After the recent construction, the place looks fantastic. The new layout is clean, modern, and well-organized. It’s clear that a lot of thought went into enhancing both the food offerings and the overall atmosphere.

Don’t miss their manaeesh—they’re absolutely delicious. Whether you choose za’atar, cheese, or a mix, each one is baked fresh and bursting with flavor.“