Syraan Restaurant & Cafe
Syraan Restaurant & Cafe
Takes Reservations: Yes
Delivery: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Caters: Yes
PokéStop Nearby: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
3 reviews
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Stopped by Syraan Restaurant & Café pretty late on a Friday night and basically had the entire place to ourselves. The neighborhood is extremely quiet at night since going out binge drinking is not part of the culture here. The place is huge, there are regular tables and then there is a giant room where they host larger groups and parties. They play some classic Middle Eastern music in the background, which was really nice.
Our waiter was very kind and we used the Yelp Check in deal to get some free falafel and hummus. I love Mediterranean and this food is top notch. We came with a friend that's Lebanese and he said that the food was better than his mom's cooking (huge compliment!). Our table was covered in platters of food: falafel, hummus, babaganoush, tabbouleh, tahini, pita, kabab platters and some French fries for good measure.
I wish that they didn't try to Americanize their menu – they really don't need an "Italian" section with lasagna nor do they need a pizza section. Their food is great!
Middle East is the home to one of the richest cuisines in the world, however, there isn't really much of authentic Middle Eastern restaurants in Philadelphia, where I reside. So, waking up in Paterson, and grabbing a freshly prepared breakfast, didn't sound like a bad way to start the weekend.
At Syraan, you'll be treated to some of the best traditional Arabian dishes anywhere in the states, and will certainly give you a sense of nostalgia.
After all, Syraan, translates to "picnic." A picnic to scrumptious food, including mezze, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Here is a taste of the highlights. Feast your eyes on this.
Order the falafel balls( flavorful little crunchy balls,) fried Arabic cheese, pies ( we got Zatar ,) and you must try the foul ( more like an Egyptian-dish: mashed fave beans.)
Pro Tips:
– The prices are very reasonable, but I suggest getting the yelp deal ($25 for $35.)
– Don't miss the Arabic coffee. So Freaking GOOD.
– Hookah at Hookah lounge. Separate room, other than the dining room.
– Very SPACIOUS. good for groups and special events.
– As most, if not all, Islamic restaurants, they do not serve alcohol. If you really need the buzz to enjoy the great good and enjoy your company, then get your fix before you go. Their restaurant, their rules. Nothing wrong with that!
– GO HUNGRY.
Four and half Yelps.
The food at this location is consistently amazing. But let's not get ahead of ourselves. Let's first start with:
Parking: Dedicated parking space so thats a plus!
Decor & Design: Amazing. Beautiful. From the outside to the inside. You can take business associates, loved ones, family, and friends here. High-end and warm colors. I love high ceilings.
Seating, Table, & Comfort: Kind of cold inside but if you ask them to turn up the heat, they will do it and you'll feel warm. The tableware is great. The booth seating is my favorite but their chairs are comfortable too.
Food: SO good. I enjoyed the mixed platters, their kibbeh, kabobs, and their buffet is amazeballs.
DOWNSIDE: This place is pricey. You can get same quality food for less down the street. But because of all the other pluses, I always bring people here and recommend it to all my friends.
Great addition to the Paterson Arabfare community. Can't wait to come back.