Charcoal Gardenia

Reviews

• SI

  SJ Trendz Inc.

  4 days ago
  5.0
  Had a really great lunch experience here. The food presentation was beautiful and everything tasted fresh and well prepared. The atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable, which made it easy to actually enjoy the meal without feeling rushed. Service was attentive, friendly, and consistent throughout our visit. Definitely a spot I would come back to again. Highly recommend for a nice laid back lunch experience.
• MA

  Muhammad Ahmad

  May 10, 2026
  3.0
  Service was okay the real problem was the extremely long wait time coming from the kitchen we waited 1hr and 40 minutes and only got appetizers. Granted, it was Mother’s day but the restaurant was hardly half full and not staffing for a busy day is a lack of preparation and care. It also seemed like they serviced the hookah lounge more than the actual restaurant. Customer service lacked tact and care.
• AA

  Andre

  May 10, 2026
  5.0
  Warm pitas, warmer service. Food tasted wonderfully authentic. The fish in particular was not dry and tasted great. The home made pita and hummus was a treat. Along with the house deserts (Dubai chocolate) and drinks (mint lemon), we’re all a wonderful pleasure for the palate.
• SB

  Suprakash Biswas

  May 9, 2026
  5.0
  This is probably my favorite hookah spot in NJ and NYC. Yes, there are more high end spots that try to enter the nightlife territory (as if a hookah lounge is supposed to be a night club). That’s alright, but I personally enjoy a hookah lounge that is a place where I can lay back and relax at (which is what a lounge is). This spot genuinely makes me feel as if I’m taking a vacation from American culture. The hookah is very solid and is at a good price. They serve all the hookah on a grapefruit bowl which makes a huge difference in making the hookah smooth. They also have a device for heating the coals which also helps with the smoking experience. (I believe the owner told me he went on shark tank to market the hookah product.) The food here is very good. You can’t go wrong with many dishes here. You also have the opportunity to expand your palate since they do have many traditional dishes from Arabic/Mediterranean countries. The service is a bit more laid back, which is fine to me. This is the type of place where you can spend hours hanging out at. I typically stay at least 3 hours at this spot. They never rush me or try to kick me out. Highly recommend.
• NS

  Noora S

  May 9, 2026
  5.0
  We hosted my mother in laws surprise birthday party here! The entire staff is incredible. Their hospitality was top notch and they were so accommodating to all our needs. We opted for the buffet option and the food was incredible! Every dish was so beautifully curated! The space and interior decor was the perfect vibe for any event. Highly recommend! 10 out 10!