Harmony Mediterranean Grill

We had the most amazing experience here the other night. All I’ll say is don’t judge a book by its cover (or a restaurant by its store front). We made a reservation Thursday night for 4 people on Friday night at 6pm. The place was quiet when we first arrived and filled up by the time we left. The chairs are SOOO comfortable and the atmosphere/design is very tasteful. It’s easy to talk to people in your party/not too loud, even with the live music. The food was absolutely outstanding! Everything we tried was better than the last. The staff was friendly and kept things coming out quickly. They did not rush us either.

Delicious food and amazing atmosphere. Loved the interior design. Transported to the Mediterranean. We went for late lunch and had the lunch special. Plus coffee and rice pudding for dessert. Yummy

Amazing spot, amazing quality food, service and beautiful space, deserves to be packed out every day, i got the Mediterranean salad which was fresh and delicious, and then for entre ordered platter for 2 which was a very generous portion, with 6/7 different types of meats, every piece of meat seasoned and cooked to perfection! will definitely be coming back and recommending this place to everyone!

The service and ambiance were nice but unfortunately we couldn’t feel same for foods , might be we have choosen wrong ones , I hope this review helps them to improve

A must visit restaurant for a scrumptious Mediterranean cuisine is what I’d describe this restaurant as. The portion size was great for the price you pay and the food was absolutely delicious. Couldn’t get enough of their freshly baked bread with olive oil. We ordered hummus and red lentil soup in appetizer. Red lentil soup had the perfect texture and flavor. We also ordered their chicken mix grill and were amazed by the quality and taste. The meat was perfectly seasoned and so tender. Our waiter was friendly and quite attentive. We ordered Kunefe for dessert and she recommended us to try goat milk ice cream with it and I’m glad that we did because it was such a perfect combination. The ambience was warm and inviting. Can’t wait to go back. Highly recommend this place for lunch!

One of the best overall dining experiences in quite a while... Located in a well kept mid-sized strip mall in affluent community. Three of us ordered various dishes, and each was absolutely delicious. Service was very friendly and courteous. It's a cute and simple place -- not over the top, but immaculately clean -- even the restrooms! About the only shortcoming was beyond the operator's control... a lack of diners. It was still a wonderful accidental discovery far from our home area, and we will be back!

Thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The Lamb Adana was flavorful and tender, perfectly cooked. I enjoyed the rice with chickpeas, a nice touch. A new treat for us was the Ezme, a flavorful mix of vegetables chopped fine with a bit of spiciness. The lunch special is very reasonable.

Great restaurant. The food, service, and atmosphere is wonderful. The owner even came to us and wondered if we were happy with our order. He even took us to the entrance when we were ready to leave. Our daughter and her friend loved everything, especially octopus and meat. We tried every dessert they had, and each one was delicious. Highly recommend!

Had dinner with two other couples. Food was great! Service was excellent! Highly recommend Harmony. We also call for take out too!

3.5-4 stars After spending WAY too long trying to find a Mediterranean restaurant for a takeout dinner, one of my family members suggested that we give Harmony a shot. Their website was a bit buggy, so it made it difficult to assess the menu, but we finally placed the order and went to collect it. When the food arrived at the house, it was still warm and smelled delicious! We started our meal with some dips. The Hummus was very well-seasoned with tahini, garlic, and other spices, which I think might have included cumin. While I enjoyed the creamy spread, I was really into the Baba Ghanoush, which was fresh and full of eggplant chunks. It was more like a caponata than a blended dip. The spreads came with some soft, fluffy bread that resembled focaccia, rather than pita. We also shared the Manti, which were tiny, meat-filled Turkish dumplings in a thick Yogurt sauce. I am not a fan of creamy sauces, so I only had a small bite of that dish. The dumplings were so small and in such a thick sauce that they were really hard to taste and analyze on their own. From there, I proceeded to my entree, which was the Chicken Shis Kebab. The chicken was well-marinated and flavorful, but had been cooked in such large chunks that a few pieces were slightly chewy. They were not at all dry, though. The poultry cubes were served over a very generous portion of flavorful rice and were adjacent to a grilled tomato and baby bell pepper. I heard that the Lamb Shish Kebab was similarly well-seasoned, but slightly tough. The restaurant threw in a complementary dessert, which was either the Rice Pudding or the Kazandibi milk custard. It was a creamy block of light sweetness that was really delicious and appreciated gesture! Overall, we found our Harmony Mediterranean experience good and worth getting again.

Really close for us in distance, but often distant from my mind, but when Mediterranean is on your mind, this is it. Lamb Mix Grill. Chicken Mix Grill. Bean Salad. BYO.

The first time I visited, I had the Harmony Mixed Grill for two ($55). It was tasty and we enjoyed it. Another day, I had one of the the $20 lunch specials. I had the lentil soup, ezme, and beef cassorale. Each dish spoke to my soul. It's not that it's just good food, it's that it feels like it's actively replenishing more than just your hunger as you chew. Last night was Thanksgiving. Long story short is that we ended up moving boxes all day and had no food all day and it's dinner time. We didn't think Harmony was open but we decided to drive past, just in case. We saw a happy family enjoying the evening. They had the full dinner menu! We hadn't eaten all day. So when the bread came out along with an unexpected hummus, compliments of the chef, you can imagine how quickly it was inhaled. And it was very good hummus. My wife makes it often at home because it's better than most restaurants. But the hummus at Harmony is as good as it gets! I had the chicken platter. It came with three kinds of chicken. Each piece was delicious and each subsequent piece was more delicious than the previous. My wife had some lamb dish that I didn't notice while inhaling my food. She said it came with 2 different types of lamb. She ordered one of them medium-rare. It came back a PERFECT medium-rare. She said she really enjoyed both of the lamb types. My wife ordered the baklava for herself. I told the waiter I was stuffed. He came back with a big plate of baklava, and an extra plate and spoon. I decided on a small bite, since there was so much. That bite was so delightful, that I decided on just another couple bites. I ended up eating most of it! The kitchen is amazing. Each dish comes out looking like art. Each bite feels decadent. The seasoning has layers of flavor. After my ezme recommendation, my wife visited for a work lunch and said she would not order the ezme or falafel again. She liked them, but now she only wants the lamb and baklava which she loved. I'll probably share some of my chicken platter with her next time, it was my favorite.

We tried this Turkish restaurant on the recommendation of a friend. We warmly greeted by the manager, Mark and seated in the most comfortable chairs we've ever had for dining in a restaurant. The service was outstanding and both our waitress and Mark kept checking back with us during our meal. We had several appetizers including the Turkish pizza made with lamb meat and hummus with delicious bread. For entrees we tried the chicken casserole and the stuffed cabbage. They were both very good, but the stuffed cabbage was a bit spicy (not expected or noted on the menu). We tried a couple of the desserts which were shown to us table side. The custard was outstanding and the two versions of baklava served were excellent. We are glad we found this restaurant in Franklin Lakes and we will definitely be back.

Went there for lunch. Nice decor, friendly and attentive staffs. This restaurant will do well in a place like Franklin Lakes which lacks middle-eastern cuisine so it's good addition to this area. I ordered the special which was $19.99 offered soup/salad and a main course. I had the lentil soup and lamb kabab. Soup and rice were good but kabab was bland. Also, had appetizers for the table - some were good and some were not. Would try this place again with a low expectation. I do wish quality of the food was better. Also, quite pricey and not enough quantity at this price point.

12/12/23 We were on our way to look at Christmas decorations in Oakland NJ and stopped in on the way. Great find! Service was great, everyone was helpful. They dropped of a bread that was amazing! I would order this as an appetizer! Manti - Turkish Dumpling - wow so good! they are so small, I can't imagine how long it takes to make these delicious little bites! I don't like lamb but this was so good, I can eat this as the entree lol Chicken Kofte - yummy chicken meatballs :D the slaw was a little strange when I saw it on my plate but it taste great and complemented the chicken, gave it a little crunch. Mediterranean Dorado - I didn't like the texture of this fish, this is not a soft whitefish..., but hubby didn't mind. But flavor wise it was amazing! Rice Pudding - hubby loved it. I thought the rice was undercooked, but the pudding was delicious!

We went here with family on Christmas Eve. We had a baby, vegetarians and meat lovers. All were happy. The food was outstanding and the owner was present always checking and over seeing all tables. We had their new appetizer of zucchini pancakes - you have to try them!! We started with the large mixed appetizer ( you choose what 5 you want). The babaganosh was the best I've ever had! White bean salad was to die for along with the hummus. The lamb dishes were outstanding as well as the manti ( Turkish ravioli). It is BYOB but no corking fee, which was great And the service.... Fabulous!! We willl definitely be back!

What a great find! Cozy little byob that looks like a mediterranean village inside, beautiful decor and comfy seats. Service was excellent not pushy and don't rush you out at all, Food was outstanding ! The hummus was heavenly and the salmon and shrimp entrees were well prepared! The prices are very fair for all you get .

Great food. Great service. Pleasant ambiance. reasonable price. What else can one ask for? I shall return!

Stopped on my way driving south. Fantastic food, great service. We ordered 2 lunch specials with lamb kafta and grilled kebab. Excellent food and service and clean bathrooms. Five stars. Boxed the left over for the road.

Harmony Mediterranean Grill Restaurant is by far one of the best Mediterranean restaurants I've been to. The decor, lighting, seats (SUPER COMFORTABLE) and friendly service was Exceptional!. Appetizers - We ordered the Large Mix Appetizer platter (Hummus, Babaganush, Piyaz and Lebni). For a group of 4 of us, this was perfect as we were able to order a variety and it be satisfying. All of these appetizers were delicious and the presentation was nice as well. Main Course - I ordered the Branzino and the portion size was more than plentiful. My friends ordered the chicken kebab which they all loved. Dessert - We ordered the Backlava, Cold Backlava, Kunefee and some other pastry I can't recall. The desserts were not overly sweet nor sugary and all delicious. Overall, I feel as though the food is not overly processed as it is in many restaurants where you are left feeling lethargic after eating your meal. We did take our time eating which was great and we did not feel as though we were being rushed by the wait staff. The owner, Mark, walked around interacting with patrons in the restaurant. Now this owner was not only having conversations with patrons; but connecting with them on a personal level which I've honestly never seen before. It was great to actually listen and relate to the business owner. I will definitely visit again and keep this restaurant in mind when looking for a Mediterranean meal. Unfortunately, I didn't take pictures of the food since we were enjoying our time.

This place is incredible. My fiancée and future father in-law stumbled upon this restaurant and we will definitely be coming back. When you walk in you're greeted by a friendly and welcoming staff, and warm and welcoming decor. The floors are a rich dark wood, comfortable chic chairs, and hand painted murals that are intricate and beautiful. The food warmed my soul. We had the fried calamari, babaganoush gyro, shrimp kebab, and chicken kofte. One dish was better than the next. The shrimp was succulent and full of flavor. The calamari was light and crisp. The lamb gyro was not greasy whatsoever and cooked just right. The chicken kofte was bursting with flavor and moist. For dessert we tried the cold chocolate baklava which was phenomenal. Came in 4 pieces, layered with creamy sauce and pistachios. Literally writing this in the restaurant before I leave. You will NOT be disappointed. Thank you for coming to my TED Talk.

Everything, every time is well prepared and very tasty. Plenty of parking just remember it's a BYOB which for me is a plus.

Ambiance is nice and service is good. Food is good but it's a bit expensive for what we got

We have gone here for dinner now 3 times with different people and have all loved it every time! The food is so fresh and delicious, really nice atmosphere and the service is impeccable!

Food was plentiful and tasty, service was great, atmosphere clean and astedically pleasing. I will recommend this place and definitely return.

Great food, reasonable prices, friendly service and owner's unsolicited advice (lol). Though all good, and great experience overall. Don't forget to try the cold baklava!

I went here for my birthday with a large party and they were absolutely incredible and so accommodating. I had a large party of 14 and they set up a beautiful table and were extremely attentive the entire time. The food was stellar: flavorful, fresh, and unique. The staff was beyond kind and considerate and made us feel at home and let us enjoy the ambiance long after we finished our meal. Perfect spot for a date night or a group meal. Definitely will be coming back!

This is a new place that opened up nearby and I was excited to try it. The food was good, I think they have a few kinks to work out in the service as some things requested were forgotten or delayed but they're very nice and the food tasted good. It's nice to have a new option in this area. I look forward to coming back to try some more.

Food was delicious. Very attentive service. I love the unique chandelier and comfortable seating. Easy to carry on a conversation. I'd strongly recommend Harmony for an exceptional dining experience.

I really loved this place, the food was very good and the service was also. I would definitely go back there. The grape leaves and the falafel were excellent!

Close your eyes and the flavors will transport you to dining on the side of the Bosphorus. This was the best Turkish food I've had in the U.S. Everything was fresh and flavorful, and the staff was friendly and attentive.

Don't let the strip mall location fool you! Inside you will find an impeccably decorated space that is both luxurious and cozy. Comfortable seating and Mediterranean decor is inviting without being overwhelming. The food is incredibly fresh and delicious. The option of 5 apps is great to sample all their best- hummus, baba ganush , grape leaves, etc. The tabouli salad will be my weekly staple and octopus was fresh, tender and served generously. Service is friendly, warm, attentive, and we never felt rushed. Finished off the night with a flavorful and light desert- Kazandibi. The bonus? It's a BYOB! 5 stars and I plan on making this a weekly stop to try the many enticing menu options.

Harmony Grill has become one of our favorites. Every time we eat there the food is amazing. We went there tonight and had the Harmony Mixed Grill for two. Lamb shish, chicken shish, lamb gyro, chicken and lamb adana and lamb and chicken meatballs and it came with rice and more. It was especially fun because we got to try so many different meats. We thoroughly enjoyed every bite and had leftovers to bring home as the portions were so generous. The service was great and the staff was very nice. The last several times we've eaten there they've had a musician playing and it was a wonderful addition to the ambience.

A few of us planned a luncheon for 17 people. All 17 that attended loved it!! The selection of food, outstanding service, and beautiful decor were all the reasons the event was so successful!!!Thank you Marc for conveying to the staff exactly what we wanted to make this dining experience so memorable!!

Store front restaurant adjacent to ShopRite. Inside decor was nice but unfortunately no where near best Mediterranean food. Chicken kabobs too dry. Rice oily. Tasteless shrimp, like eating a piece of rubber. Watery tasteless coleslaw. No naan or pita bread. Couldn't understand the waiter. Total disappointment and will never return.

Amazing food, service and atmosphere. Truly amazing. I love a BYOB especially when the service is this great. I went for my friends birthday dinner and it was the perfect spot. They offer an A la cart or a pre fix menu. Comfiest chairs and they don't rush you out. Great great spot.

Amazing food and a cool environment. We tried many different vegetarian dishes and enjoyed them all. Service was great. We never felt rushed. It was a nice place to go for an intimate date and would be great to go with a big group.

We had the chicken kebab lunch special at the restaurant which was delicious so we decided to order again through delivery. Their food was still delicious and their packaging of the delivery was handled with a lot of care. Much appreciated after getting so many deliveries that spill, etc. A hidden gem of franklin lakes

Really lovely lunch last Saturday with my volunteer ladies. Brutally cold day but a warm welcome from Martin. He explained so many items from the extensive menu. We chose an appetizer sampler which was delicious as was the Turkish bread for dipping. I had octopus salad which was great and all my friends raved about their entrees. We shared a couple desserts which were also wonderful. The restaurant is very pretty inside too. Check it out. Highly recommend. BYOB which is nice.

Delicious! Lovely interior Interesting and varied menu Byob. Went again today for lunch and everything was prepared and presented beautifully. Try the lunch menu if you have never been there I'm sure you'll enjoy it.

Some of the best Mediterranean food I've had. Incredible flavor for the lamb combination plate of meat and you should 100% do the appetizer sampler. That moment when well-seasoned delicious lamb is covered in whatever appetizer sauce you have will be a divine one. Yum!

Lovely mid eastern restaurant in a strip mall near Shop Rite. Forgive the surroundings because inside is a nice find. Food is pretty good with traditional mid Eastern and Turkish foods. Two things besides the food stand out: 1) the most comfortable cushy upholstered chairs ever and 2) bidets in bathrooms. We started with shepherd salad, tziziki and hummus. For main courses, the falafel platter and lamb. Main courses were very solid, rice and tomato were delicious. Overall, a pleasant meal and incredibly nice environment. We'll be back.

Wow this place was awesome. We shared our food the hummus was so so good. And we shared the lentil soup, another yummy dish. Then we shared a combination dinner Chicken Kebab and lamb gyro so delicious I can't wait to go back. Jason the host was awesome, kind and respectful. Nice conversation. And Suzanne our waitress her first day was wonderful very sweet and attentive. BYOB! Can't wait to go back.

Love the decor!.....food is really good and everyone is super friendly. The bread is awesome. The entree portions are generous. You can taste the fresh lemon juice in the dressing on the salads. YUM.

Another fantastic and delicious ladies dinner. This time, we tried Harmony Mediterranean Restaurant in Franklin Lakes. I can't rave enough about the delicious food we had and the amazing service we received. Portions were very generous, and we took plenty of home. The manager was attentive and always ready to fulfill every request. I am going back there for sure.

Food and service was very good! Best calamari I've ever had! Wait staff paid attention to what was requested and supplied in a timely manner.

I'm almost hesitant to share my thoughts in fear of adding to the popularity of this great restaurant! The Food is amazing, always delightfully cooked and so flavorful! Everything we've had here has made our eyes roll into the backs of our head (in a good way!) from appetizers to desserts! Service is attentive and friendly, management very engaging and welcoming. Ambiance is warm and beautiful decor. Chairs are heavy, but super comfortable Definitely will be regularly hitting this place!

We recently catered a graduation party from Harmony Mediterranean Grill and the food and service was exemplary! Delicious dips and kebabs, vegetarian and non-vegetarian options from the menu made their food the talk of our party! We have eaten at the restaurant a few times and were not certain how the catering experience would transpire. EVERYTHING went smoothly and with such great attention to the event! Leyla and Eren were especially helpful with planning and catering our party!

Beautiful decor, great staff and authentic delicious food. We tried many different items from the menu and each dish was terrific. Desserts are good too! BYOB. Bronzino was awesome. Baba Ganoush tasted like hime made was wonderful with their in store baked Turkish bread!

Normally when I review a restaurant, I'll talk about the food, and go into details about the dishes. The food is delicious, but enough about the food. What I found sets this lovely "bring your own wine" restaurant is the charm and COMFORT. The chairs alone are enough for me to wax poetic. I have never sat in such comfort in a restaurant before, and these chairs surpass the comfort I have found in many homes. I, for one, sat and talked longer with my friends, enjoyed a lovely cup of tea because I felt at home. Even though the restaurant was crowded, and there was a large party, the noise level was low. I could hear my companions and service staff, but not the neighboring diners. I must also compliment the staff for the attentive service, and the friendly welcome. One of our party had never had Turkish food before, and the Maitre D' explained several things about the food and menu, as was also done with the dessert. Harmony is lovely. Come for the food, stay for the ambiance.

Homemade dishes. The Manti is exceptional. Service is top notch and the decor is very traditionaly appropriate.

The food was a great. Lamb was cooked perfectly. The setting is also very nice. Great decor with interesting lighting. Tables are NOT on top of each other. You can actually hear each other during dinner conversation. I would go back.

Harmony is a neighborhood gem! The food is absolutely delicious and the service is attentive and friendly. It has a well balanced menu with many gluten free and vegetarian options. It's also decorated with great charm. We had a number of mezzas: ezme, falafel, shepherds salad and baba ghanosh. All were excellent. Shared the shawarma and finished with my favorite kazandibi. So happy to have found this flavor palate again

Food is absolutely wonderful! At first, I thought they were a bit pricey, and then I tasted the food! I even ordered online and had it delivered and when one item was not included in the delivery, I called and they apologized and said it was because they were out of it, but they didn't charge me for the entire meal now that's customer service! highly recommend!

Excellent food and service. The ambiance is is sweet and inviting. Great for a date night or dinner with the girls. The staff had a great sense of humor which I love!

Love the ambience here. Anytime I have gone it is rarely full which surprises me. The hummus and baba ghanoush are amazing and both lunch and dinner menus are great. It seems to fill up more at dinner time but it's a great place for a ladies luncheon.

Went for the first time the food was excellent .We definitely will be going back to try more. We had the stuff cabbage and bronzino.