Order the best Levant near Westfield, NJ

Best Levant Restaurants Nearby in Westfield

Mediterranea Rice Bowls

Mediterranea Rice Bowls

3.0
(30+)
• American • Mediterranean
$0 delivery fee • 12.1 mi • 54 min
Farther away
15% off on $15+
Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowl
Savory chicken shawarma over basmati rice with hummus, diced cucumber and tomato salad, shredded lettuce and a drizzle of tahini sauce.
$18.86
Combo Rice Bowl
Your choice of two proteins over basmati rice with hummus, diced cucumber and tomato salad, shredded lettuce and a drizzle of tahini sauce.
$23.69
Chicken Shawarma Hummus Bowl
Savory chicken shawarma over hummus, diced cucumber and tomato salad, shredded lettuce, a drizzle of tahini sauce, and pita bread.
$18.3
Lamb Gyro Rice Bowl
Marinated Lamb with basmati rice, hummus, diced cucumber and tomatoes, lettuce, and topped with a tasty tahini sauce.
$22.47
Boulevard Deli

Boulevard Deli

4.7
(700+)
• Sandwich • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee • 13.2 mi • 62 min
Farther away
Wallet-Friendly
"playa bowls shaking in their boots rn. bowls look a bit bigger in the pics, still a good deal, everything was really fresh tasting"
"Great flavor, fresh and nice portion. The coffee cake was worth every penny, best I had so far."
BYOB
Have Fun Customizing your own bowl!!!
$14.27
Bacon and Eggs (2 Pieces) Sandwich
Acai Base, Granola, Banana, Strawberry, Nutella, Coconut Flakes
$9.13
Livingston
3 eggs, Mexican spicy chorizo, peppers, onions, home fries, Pepper Jack cheese, and chipotle mayo in a wrap.
$13.94
Pork Roll and Eggs (2 Pieces) Sandwich
Breaded and deep-fried cheese sticks, typically served with marinara sauce. (6)
$9.08
Valdez supermarket

Valdez supermarket

Sandwiches • Coffee
$0 delivery fee • 5.1 mi • 50 min
Chicken Philly cheesesteak
Chicken philly cheesesteak with lettuce, tomatoes ,onions kétchup, mayonnaise / sandwich de Pollo ,con lechuga,tomate ,cebolla ,ketchup ,mayonesa
$7
Beef Philly cheesesteak
Beef Philly cheesesteak with lettuce, tomatoes ,onions kétchup, mayonnaise / sandwich de res ,con lechuga,tomate ,cebolla ,ketchup ,mayonesa
$7
Small 4 meat to choise / pequeňa 4 carne a elegir
Includes four meats to choice/ incluye 4 carnes a elegir INCLUDED TOSTONES AND SAUCES WASAKAKA AND MAYOKECHUP / INCLUYE : TOSTONES Y SALSAS WASAKAKA Y MAYOKECHUP
$20
Chicharon
Crispy pork bites seasoned and fried to a golden brown.
$15
El Palacio

El Palacio

4.3
(1k+)
• Mexican • Spanish
$0 delivery fee • 5.7 mi • 51 min
"Everything was delicious as always!!! Tasty food"
"Low on meat and did not send order as selected. Food flavor/taste was good but they definitely were cheap on meat for the price, not worth it."
Pupusa Revuelta
A thick corn tortilla filled with a blend of pork and cheese.
$4.26
Empanadas (2)
Fried chicken hondurian style with fried bananas.
$5.08
Sopa de Res
Coca-Cola Original Taste — the crisp, refreshing taste you know and love
$18.41
Pupusa Frijol-Queso
Grilled chicken breast
$4.29
Krauszers Deli & Grill

Krauszers Deli & Grill

American • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
All American Sandwich
Turkey Breast, Roast Beef, American cheese, Coleslaw, Mustard
$12.19
Bacon Cheeseburger
Lettuce tomato onion.
$11.29
The Oskar Jersey Sandwich
Lettuce Tomatoes, Cracked pepper turkey, Mozzarella cheese, Russian Dressing
$12.19
Ham and Cheese Sandwich
Lettuce, tomato, onion
$8.99
Garden of Eva

Garden of Eva

Smoothies • Healthy
$0 delivery fee • 12.7 mi • 56 min
Farther away
Green Granger
Green apple, kale, kiwi, banana.
$7.41
Melon Mania
Honeydew, watermelon, cantaloupe.
$6.09
Sunrise Citrus
Orange, pineapple, banana, ginger.
$6.75
Mango Galore
Mango, banana.
$5
Oasis restaurant Moroccan cuisine

Oasis restaurant Moroccan cuisine

4.7
(500+)
• Moroccan • Mediterranean
$0 delivery fee
"The food always tastes good ! but for 7 dollars for a chicken kebab I would think that more than 4 small pieces of chicken would be sent as has been the case before- a little disappointed! "
"Hands down the best middle eastern food in our area. There hummus alone is worth the trip. Tangine of chicken was out of this world. This is probably my wife and I's favorite restaurant to order from in town."
53. Chicken Shawarma
Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, parsley, grilled pita, drizzled with lemon juice, olive oil and spices.
$22.59
44. Chicken Kebab
Red sausage drizzled with moroccan spices.
$22.61
18. Fattoush Salad
A seasoned mixture of ground chickpeas and delicious spices, formed into small patties later to be fried.
$15.52
5. Falafel Balls
Tomato, cucumber, corn, carrot, red beets, olive oil, with moroccan spices.
$7.09
CAVA

CAVA

4.3
(3k+)
• Healthy • Bowls
$0 delivery fee
"i love it!!! the Greens + Grains Bowl was really good everything had flavor especially the chicken. The only thing is i got the wrong drink i wanted the Pineapple Apple Mint not sure which drink they gave me but its pretty good if you like bitter things so im not mad at it. Oh and they also give you a free piece of pita which i like and its soooo good."
"The Grains Bowl is perfect! 10/10. They give you a good amount of food and the Pita chips are a must have. The ingredients are good quality and flavorful. This is my third time ordering from this place and I will be returning. The drinks are mediocre btw"
Greens + Grains Bowl
Mix and match your favorite greens and grains to build a bowl just the way you like it.
$18.32
Grains Bowl
Choose your grain bowl base: saffron basmati rice, brown basmati rice, or black lentils.
$18.55
Chicken + Rice
Grilled chicken, hummus, tzatziki, pickled onions, tomato + onion, cucumber, feta, arugula, brown rice, Greek vinaigrette
$16.7
Classic Pita Chips
Made from our classic pitas. Cut, then fried for a deliciously dippable, chewy bite.
$3.33
Jackie & Sons

Jackie & Sons

4.8
(6k+)
• Mediterranean • Coffee & Tea
$0 delivery fee
"I've ordered from Jackie and Son's multiple times and they have ALWAYS delivered. I am partial to their Blueberry Pancakes, but I substitute the blueberries for chocolate chips. I wake up thinking about them--they're THAT good. I have to say that they are probably the best pancakes I've ever had. I am also a fan of their Mint Lemonade & Rosewater, which has the perfect balance between tart and sweet. I can tell how much care they put into each dish they've made. My fiancé also enjoys the chicken shwarma. The ingredients are fresh, and it's always a delight ordering from here! "
"I order the Mama’s Garden Salad often & overall its fresh, healthy, and delicious. Today, the salad included two very small pieces of chicken kebab. Significantly less than what's included when I order with lamb (3-4) pieces. For the almost $8 additional paid, please consider increasing portion size for the added chicken."
Egg Sammie
2 eggs and cheese on bread of choice OR egg, cheese and meat on bread of choice +$2.5
$8.18
Blueberry Pancakes
Blueberry Compote on top. Blueberries INSIDE. Powdered Sugar ON TOP. Maple Butter Syrup ON THE SIDE.
$14.67
Breakfast Burrito
INSIDE of a Plain Toasted Tortilla: Scrambled Eggs, Truffle Home Fries, Cheddar Cheese, Avocado. ON THE SIDE Spicy Green Harissa Sauce
$12.24
Jackie & Son Scramble
Three Eggs Soft-Scrambled On the side: Gruyere, Truffle Home Fries, Roasted Tomatoes, Multigrain Toast.
$14.91
Shah's Halal Food

Shah's Halal Food

4.3
(600+)
• Halal • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Shah Food served absolutely delicious food! A big thanks to Anayat for the amazing preparation. The quality was excellent, everything tasted perfect, and I’d rate it 10/10. Highly recommended!"
"Rice is proper afghani style bismati shawarma is good sauces are delicious and veggies are fresh portions are fair aswell for the price my only complaint are the bad pieces of chicken u recieve sometimes"
Special Platter
Create your perfect platter—choose your protein, base, fresh toppings, and sauces just the way you like it.
$19.16
Chicken over Rice
A delicious meal of juicy chicken marinated and grilled to perfection served over our signature aromatic basmati rice and salad of your choice.
$13.9
Golden Shahwarma
Our signature shawarma, created in collaboration with The Golden Balance, served with creamy toum sauce, hint of hot sauce and pickles.
$13.9
Special Gyro
Juicy chicken marinated and ground lamb (contains beef) mixed with finest herbs and spices, grilled to perfection over 8 inch pita with choice of salad and sauce.
$17.01
Jerusalem Restaurant

Jerusalem Restaurant

4.8
(20+)
• Mediterranean • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Regular Pie
Mini savory pie with various toppings.
$28.45
Regular Slice
Fresh mixed greens in a generous serving.
$5.96
Soup of the day
Fresh mixed greens in a medium serving size.
$7.6
OMGYRO Halal

OMGYRO Halal

4.8
(1k+)
• Mediterranean • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
$10 off on $65+
"the Jerk Chicken Platter was so flavorful and spicy and tasty! the portion was so much i'm saving some for tomorrow and the salad was so fresh. I would order again 1000 percent!"
"Everything was incredible. the Jerk Chicken Platter was a bountiful portion and full of flavor. The sauces are amazing. Classic dry rub Hot Wings that will taste like nostalgia. The Strawberry Banana Pudding was also amazing. The Chessman butter cookie in the center is a nice touch surrounded by the mills wafers. 10/10."
Jerk Chicken Platter
Indulge in the flavors of the Caribbean with our Jerk Chicken Platter. Tender jerk chicken is expertly seasoned and served on a bed of basmati rice, accompanied by crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and onions. Complete your meal by choosing from our selection of famous sauces. Try the new school twist of our Jerk Chicken Platter today!
$18.01
Combo Platter
Create your perfect combo platter with your choice of two mouthwatering proteins, perfectly seasoned basmati rice, and a fresh salad bursting with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and onions. Top it all off with your favorite sauce for a truly satisfying and customizable meal.
$18.2
House Chicken Platter
Our House Chicken Platter, featuring tender and flavorful chicken served on a bed of seasoned basmati rice. Accompanied by a refreshing salad of crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and onions. All topped off with your choice of our famous sauces. This is the original source of Halal Food.
$18.17
Half N Half
Enjoy the best of both worlds with Half N' Half - a refreshing and versatile beverage that offers the perfect balance of tangy lemonade and sweet iced tea in a 24oz cup with Ice Quench your thirst with this delightful combination today!
$4.07
Pura Vida Miami

Pura Vida Miami

4.8
(500+)
• American • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"For the size of the wrap it's really not worth 20 dollars. The food is great and the mango pineapple drink was delicious and the price for it was great. But the price for the wrap is crazy, food is great and fresh definitely would just go look for a cheaper wrap."
"I ordered the VEGGIE OMELETTE and was quite impressed. It was a healthy breakfast with avocado spread, arugula and sourdough toast. The omelette was delicious and had a lot of chopped veggies. I highly recommend. "
CHOPPED CHICKEN CAESAR
a creamy, crunchy, and hearty classic reinvented: juicy, tender roasted chicken tossed with crisp romaine hearts, fresh chopped kale, and fragrant basil leaves with crushed sourdough croutons and rich shaved parmesan, all tossed in our velvety caesar dressing, served in a warm tortilla
$22.69
SUMMER CHICKEN
PROTEIN 61g, FIBER 8g
$23.34
TOASTED CHICKEN
940 CAL
$22.4
AVOCADO SALMON
vibrant, juicy flavors of summer in every single bite, featuring tender roasted chicken served over a bed of warm cilantro jasmine rice and fresh crisp arugula, topped with creamy avocado, sweet juicy pineapple, crisp shredded carrots, and crunchy sweet bell pepper, finished with micro cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, and a side of our zesty spicy soy ginger dressing for the perfect kick
$28.19
Yasas: Greek Bowls & Sandwiches by Wonder

Yasas: Greek Bowls & Sandwiches by Wonder

4.5
(80+)
• Deli
$0 delivery fee
"Food is great, the brocolli specifically is cooked amazing and the yogurt sauce is excellent but honestly don't bother if you care about protein portion. Ordered double chicken and barely got any. Probably not worth it for the price for thag reason, but great if you don't care."
"There are 5 small bites of chicken in my bowl. the bowl it's self was a very heavy portion, but only 5 bite size pieces of chicken . Food tasted good but would never order again. Picture of 1 of the piece of chicken for reference"
Build-Your-Own Bowl
Choose your base, add some protein, pile on your favorite toppings, and pick a dressing for your perfect Mediterranean bowl.
$14.96
Chicken Souvlaki & Avocado Bowl
Buttery avocado meets chicken souvlaki in this bold bowl, finished with bright toppings, tangy tzatziki, and creamy hummus. Served with a side of Garlic Red Wine Vinaigrette.
$16.29
Steak Souvlaki & Feta Bowl
A bowl full of vibrant flavors, featuring steak souvlaki, feta cheese, velvety eggplant spread, red pepper & feta spread, and a rainbow of veggies. Served with a side of creamy Tahini Yogurt dressing.
$16.1
Falafel Side
6 savory fried balls of ground chickpeas, chopped onions, and spices. Served with a creamy Tahini Yogurt sauce.
$5.15
Moaaz Mediterranean Grill

Moaaz Mediterranean Grill

4.6
(1k+)
• Mediterranean • Wraps
$0 delivery fee
"The Grape leaves are so fresh and aromatic, the spicy Side order of shrimp 8pc is so complex in taste (not too sweet or spicy perfect balance) and the Baklava is the perfect portion for a sweet treat after dinner!"
"This food is literally a 10/10 across the board. Taste, presentation and portion wise! The food is so fresh. You can literally taste the char from the grill. Everything is seasoned to perfection. It's my to go place for a healthy meal!"
Platter
Build Your Own Platter! Food allergy? Need something put to the side? Let us know. (additional charges may apply and not all changes are possible)
$17.07
Protein Combo/ served with yellow rice
Choose any two Proteins, served with Yellow rice, three toppings and two sauce of your choice on Top! Food allergy? Need something put to the side? Let us know. (additional charges may apply and not all changes are possible)
$20.9
Baklava
Food allergy? Need something put to the side? Let us know. (additional charges may apply and not all changes are possible)
$3.94
Flatbread Wrap
Build Your Own Flatbread Wrap! Food allergy? Need something put to the side? Let us know. (additional charges may apply and not all changes are possible)
$12.68
Naz's Halal

Naz's Halal

4.6
(20+)
• Halal • Middle Eastern
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Newly Added
Chicken Over Rice
Tender chicken gyro meat, marinated for 24 hours, grilled and served over fluffy, aromatic basmati rice, and paired with a crisp salad of lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Your choice of sauces drizzled on top or served on the side.
$14.78
Combo Over Rice
A flavorful mix of our marinated chicken and beef and lamb, served over fluffy, aromatic basmati rice, and paired with a crisp salad of lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Your choice of sauces drizzled on top or served on the side.
$14.72
Salad Platter
Perfectly seasoned and golden-fried.
$14.79
Chopped Cheese
An herb-spiced combination of beef and lamb, perfectly cooked with tender onions and served over fluffy, aromatic basmati rice, and paired with a crisp salad of lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Your choice of sauces drizzled on top or served on the side.
$11.99
Sweetgreen

Sweetgreen

4.4
(900+)
• Salads • Healthy
$0 delivery fee
"This sweetgreen KBBQ Steak Bowl is the best menu item I've ever had... hope it stays more than temporarily. Shout out to the worker who made my bowl this neat lol"
"The meat portion was small, dressing was very light and steak was over done. Kale took over the bowl. I order this a lot and never had a bowl this bad. Not worth the money"
Create Your Own
Create your own
$20.07
Harvest Bowl
Antibiotic-free roasted chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, apples, goat cheese, roasted almonds, wild rice, organic shredded kale and balsamic vinaigrette
$18.11
Miso Glazed Salmon
Antibiotic-free miso glazed salmon, avocado mash, napa cabbage slaw, cucumbers, crispy onions, umami rice, nori sesame seasoning, spicy cashew, and lemon squeeze
$21.25
Kale Caesar
Antibiotic-free roasted chicken, parmesan crisps, shaved parmesan, garlic breadcrumbs, organic shredded kale, chopped romaine, lemon squeeze and caesar dressing
$17.84
Halal Boyz

Halal Boyz

4.3
(10k+)
• Mediterranean • Restaurants
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Wallet-Friendly
"tender lamb, fragrant rice, lots of sauce, nice big portion (regular size). amazing dinner, i crave it all the time now."
"Got the Chicken Over Rice and it was really good. More than enough food in the regular size. Meat is not too salty and the sauces complimented it well. Just wish it came with more than one piece of pita. Salad light and refreshing. "
Classic Chicken Over Rice
Chicken over Rice platters include rice and pita. With Romaine lettuce and chopped salad (onions, cucumbers, tomatoes). Topped with Juicy Marinated Chicken. We have 2 portion sizes. -Regular -Large (Bigger plate, more rice more salad and more Meat) *Picture shown is large platter.
$16.85
Lamb Over Rice
Lamb over Rice platters include rice and pita. With Romaine lettuce and chopped salad (onions, cucumbers, tomatoes). Topped with juicy and crispy Lamb. We have 2 portion sizes. -Regular -Large (Bigger plate, more rice more salad and more Meat) *picture shown is large platter
$17.05
Halal Express

Halal Express

4.5
(200+)
• Halal • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee
"SÚPER nice worker!!!! SUPER delicious food I recommend going 1 line of red sauce if you're sensitive to heat but man the sauces they put are amazing This flavor profile is so unique and different from your regular halal places."
"Portion is trash, could eat it in five bites. not worth if u are looking for something t o fill u up. the Chicken Gyro is salty, didn't meet expectations of it being a nice juicy gyro that is over the size of my hand. overall disappointing purchase for 20 dollars, could have gotten way better and would've been fulfilled. overall disappointing order. will never order again."
Chicken Over Rice
Seasoned grilled chicken served over basmati rice with salad and sauces of your choice.
$14.54
Mix Rice Platter - Chicken & Lamb (Contains Beef)
Mix of chicken and lamb (contains beef) served over basmati rice with salad and sauces of your choice.
$14.57
Lamb (Contains Beef) Over Rice
Lamb (contains beef) served over basmati rice with salad and sauces of your choice.
$13.51
Lamb Gyro (Contains Beef)
Lamb (contains beef) gyro spread over a warm pita, rolled in a crispy salad with white sauce.
$10.45
Hummus Republic

Hummus Republic

4.6
(70+)
• Mediterranean • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Overall was good but the protein portion was so small I would hesitate to order again."
"Garden Falafel Plate - 33g Protein was super blend and super dry. Any dressing would have been made it eatable."
Bowl
Build your own dream bowl, just the way you like it.
$17.32
Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowl
Mediterranean bowl with our signature Chicken Shawarma (Halal), rice, spring mix, and your choice of toppings and dressing.
$17.5
Ultimate Shawarma Plate - 52g Protein
Chicken ⁠Shawarma, Mediterranean Rice, Garbanzo beans, ⁠Traditional Hummus, ⁠Harissa Hummus, Zesty Feta, ⁠Corn, ⁠Cucumber, Tomato, Kalamata Olives, with Garlic Jalapeno Tahini Dressing.
$15.54
Pita
Fluffy pita, stuffed your way. Fresh, and full of flavor.
$13.01
Khorasan Kabab, Authentic Afghan Cuisine

Khorasan Kabab, Authentic Afghan Cuisine

4.6
(100+)
• Afghan • Middle Eastern
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Delicious and authentic Afghan food! Everything was fresh and flavorful! Highly recommend!"
"The food here is absolutely delicious, everything that I have tried is very flavorful and well prepared. Their Khorasan Lamb Wrap is incredible and a great portion for the price; the food is always fresh. I would order from here every time I want afghani food."
Sultani Chicken Kabab
Fire-grilled Sultani Chicken Kabab, bursting with smoky flavor, served with aromatic Afghan Kabuli rice, salad, and warm, freshly baked bread—a true taste of tradition in every bite.
$26.3
Khorasan Combo
A bold, flavor-packed feast: tender Sultani Chicken, juicy Khorasan Lamb, and spiced Shinwari Chicken Kofta Kababs, all grilled to perfection. Served over fragrant rice with warm bread and Salata—every bite is smoky, savory, and unforgettable
$34.75
Bolani
Bolani – a crispy, golden pan-fried flatbread generously stuffed with seasoned potatoes and fresh scallions. A comforting Afghan classic, bursting with flavor in every bite
$8.34
Mantu
Mantu – handcrafted Afghan dumplings filled with spiced ground beef and sweet onions, gently steamed to perfection. Finished with a warm, aromatic tomato-lentil sauce and a cooling drizzle of garlic-infused yogurt—a refined balance of bold flavor and comforting tradition.
$8.17
Amir’s Halal Hot Chicken and Gyro Platers

Amir’s Halal Hot Chicken and Gyro Platers

4.6
(70+)
• Halal • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"#6: Loaded Fries I was super impressed by the portions, extremely generous amount of fries and hot chicken! The flavor was on point and they gave me a free soda! Will be ordering from here again! :)"
"Burgers were great!! Can't wait to try other menu items"
Mixed Chicken & Lamb Gyro Platter
1 Smash Burger Meal Simple, classic, and packed with flavor 🔥 Includes 1 juicy smash burger with crispy edges, melted cheese, pickles, and our signature sauce, served with a side of seasoned fries and a can of Pepsi. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal done right. 100% Halal
$14.85
6pc wings
Made fresh to orderAnd
$11.11
#1: Smash Burger with Fries
Order to find our what is inside because it is loaded.
$11.85
#6: Loaded Fries
Sliders includes: pickles, coleslaw & amir's sauce
$12.79

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