Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in South River

Sherif was really great and the staff who seemed to work with him were caring, attentive and great at their jobs. Balade really went far to make people feel happy at Christmas. The only challenge (often in small restaurants on holidays) is the outrageous number of undisciplined kids, out way too late, and dogs now. It's too much and next time I won't go there on a holiday. If I have a dog sitting next to me, I'll graciously ask for a check after the first drink and go. I love dogs, but they do not belong in restaurants unless it is outdoor seating and people put restaurants on the spot with this act of absolute self-involved entitlement. This is the rude world we live in now however. My only concern and it didn't ruin our meal only because the staff was so completely great and I was distracted with the wonderful vibe.

The food was amazing, the workers were amazing and attentive and (MATTHEW) who severed us on the 25th Dec. for our Christmas dinner was amazing. Very informative and patient with us. A ball of energy. We will definitely be returning.

It was a pre fixe meal as it was Christmas Eve but I think that worked to our advantage. The Mezze was outstanding. I highly recommend sharing dishes. All of them were very good.

Would have given a 5 overall rating, but to get to the bathroom, you have to go outside and around the building. Food was terrific. Service was great. Prices were good and portions plentiful. The small Shepard’s Salad my husband ordered could have been a side salad for the 5 of us. Jasmine, our server, was attentive and fun. Great little restaurant.

Outstanding food and service - as always! Beautiful restaurant, very thoughtful, kind, and professional Staff, absolutely wonderful experience! Consistently excellent!