Paterson lies in Passaic County, New Jersey. One of America’s first industrialized cities, it experienced a surge of immigration during the 1800s. Seeking work, Irish, German, Italian, Dutch and Eastern European immigrants flocked to Paterson. As early as 1890, Lebanese and Syrian immigrants settled there, and Turkish immigrants arrived soon afterward. Now home to a large Arab-American community, Paterson features an array of Arabic restaurants.
Located near St. Joseph’s Hospital, Al-Basha Restaurant offers a wide selection of Middle Eastern dishes. Appetizers include falafel, hummus and Arabic salad, and patrons can purchase meat platters, such as Lamb shish-kebab, lamb chops and liver. Beverages such as Arabic coffee and sage tea as well as desserts are available. Amenities include catering and take out. Al-Basha is open every day from 11 a.m. until 11 p.m.
Al-Basha Restaurant
1076 Main Street
Paterson, NJ 07503
973-345-3700
albashanj.com
Sahara Restaurant lies near the intersection of East Railway Avenue and Crocks Avenue. Styled in Middle Eastern décor, Sahara Restaurant specializes in Turkish cuisine. Falafel, hummus, makanek, Kebbeh platter and soujounk are all part of the menu. All menu items are under $8, and Sahara is open every day from 7 a.m. until 12 p.m.
Sahara Restaurant
345 E. Railway Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07503
973-754 0070
sahararestaurantnj.com
Al Rouche restaurant lies near the intersection of Crocks Avenue and East Railway Avenue. Specializing in Lebanese cuisine, Al Rouche serves an array of salads, hot and cold appetizers, sandwiches, platters and desserts. Some menu items include artichoke salad, falafels, gyros, chicken kebab, rice pudding and lamb chops. Al Rouche is open every day from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m.
Al Rouche Restaurant
333 East Railway Avenue
Paterson, NJ 07503
973-279-5131
alroucherestaurant.com
