Al-Basha
Al-Basha offers classic Middle Eastern appetizers, entrees and desserts. The menu includes hummus, fava bean dip, kunafa, falafel sandwiches, and chicken or lamb shish kebabs. Those who might not have had the opportunity to try Middle Eastern cuisine in the past can try the Al-Basha platter, reasonably priced as of 2009 at $24.99 for a regular portion or $17.99 for a smaller version, which offers an interesting assortment of entrees.
Al-Basha
1076 Main St.
Paterson, NJ 07503-1833
(973) 345-3700
albashanj.com
Sahara
This Paterson location offers Middle Eastern, Mediterranean and Turkish delight. Diners can enjoy specialties such as lahmacun or opt for Middle Eastern dishes that may be more familiar, such as one of the kebabs, hummus, babaganoush or baklava. Many of the main dishes are priced about $10 as of 2009, and those who have a craving for Middle Eastern food can expect to have a savory, filling meal without breaking their bank accounts.
Sahara
345 E. Railway Ave.
Paterson, NJ 07503
(973) 754-0070
sahararestaurantnj.com
Toros Turkish & Mediterranean
Toros Turkish & Mediterranean is the kind of restaurant that those who aren't native to Paterson might pass by because of its hole-in-the-wall look. It offers Middle Eastern staples such as baklava, babaganoush, kunafa, kebabs and an assortment of sandwiches.
Toros Turkish & Mediterranean
489 Hazel St.
Clifton, NJ 07011-2846
(973) 772-8032
