NAYA Introduce
Welcome to NAYA, a premier destination for authentic and vibrant Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine right here in Montvale, New Jersey. Located conveniently at 330 Market Street, NAYA has established itself as a local favorite for those seeking healthy, flavorful, and completely customizable meals. Whether you are a lifelong enthusiast of Lebanese-inspired cooking or simply looking for a fresh, fast, and nutritious lunch or dinner option, NAYA offers a dining experience that is both casual and deeply satisfying.
The philosophy at NAYA revolves around choice and freshness. Moving beyond traditional fast-casual models, this spot empowers every diner to be their own chef. The core of the menu centers on the "Create Your Own" concept, allowing you to select a base, a protein, and then pile on unlimited toppings and homemade sauces. This build-your-own approach ensures that every meal is perfectly tailored to individual tastes, dietary needs, and cravings. From the savory, marinated meats like Chicken Shawarma and Kafta Lamb Kebab to the famously fresh, crispy Falafel, the quality of ingredients is a highlight that keeps New Jersey locals coming back again and again.
It is this focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients and customizable options that makes NAYA stand out in the competitive New Jersey dining scene. Diners frequently rave about the depth of Middle Eastern flavor in their proteins and dips, often noting that it offers a more authentic taste compared to similar concepts. The welcoming atmosphere and friendly, efficient service complete the package, making every visit a pleasant one. For a quick bite, a healthy solo meal, or a casual family dinner, NAYA Montvale delivers a taste of the Mediterranean right to your table.
Location and Accessibility
NAYA Middle Eastern restaurant is centrally located in Montvale, NJ, making it highly accessible for local residents and those passing through the northern New Jersey area. You can find NAYA at:
330 Market St, Montvale, NJ 07645, USA
Accessibility is a key priority at the Montvale location. The restaurant is equipped with a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, restroom, and seating, ensuring a comfortable visit for all guests. For patrons driving to the location, a free parking lot is available, which is a major convenience in a busy area. The dining environment itself is noted to be casual and relatively quiet, perfect for a relaxing meal. In terms of payment, NAYA accepts credit cards, debit cards, and modern NFC mobile payments, providing flexible options for a quick transaction. The restaurant is also family-friendly, offering high chairs for children. And for those who enjoy dining with their dogs, outdoor seating is available where pets are allowed.
Services Offered
NAYA in Montvale offers a range of services designed to fit various dining needs, whether you are looking for a quick meal or planning an event:
- Dine-in: Enjoy a meal in the casual and comfortable atmosphere with counter service and seating options available for lunch and dinner.
- Takeout and Delivery: Easily order your favorites for pickup or delivery, perfect for busy schedules or enjoying a fresh meal at home.
- Catering: Customizable catering is available for events and gatherings, featuring popular items like the Catering Bar, Individual Bowls, and Pita Pocket Trays, along with a la carte options for cold and hot appetizers.
- Build-Your-Own Meals: The highly popular core of the menu allows you to fully customize NAYA Bowls, NAYA Rolls, and NAYA Salads with unlimited toppings and sauces.
- Dietary-Friendly Options: The menu is structured to offer plenty of healthy, vegetarian, and vegan options, with bases like Tri-Color Quinoa and proteins like Falafel and Cauliflower.
Features / Highlights
NAYA Montvale is celebrated for several standout features that distinguish its offering:
- Ultimate Customization: The NAYA Bowl, NAYA Roll, and NAYA Salad options allow diners to choose their base, protein, and add unlimited toppings and homemade sauces, creating a meal exactly to their liking. This is considered the most popular way to order.
- The Most Popular Choice: The NAYA Bowl is the top-selling item, a build-your-own dish where you choose a base like Vermicelli Rice or Tri-Color Quinoa, a protein, and your preferred toppings and sauces.
- Authentic, Bold Flavors: Customers frequently praise the authentic Middle Eastern taste, noting the high quality of the Chicken Shawarma, the crispiness of the Falafel, and the flavorful, unique sauces like Toum (Garlic Whip) and Zesty Jalapeño Sauce.
- Excellent Vegetarian and Vegan Choices: With dedicated plant-based protein options such as Falafel and Cauliflower, and many naturally vegan dips (Hummus) and toppings (Grape Leaves, Tabboule), NAYA is a fantastic choice for non-meat eaters.
- Specialty Pantry Items: The restaurant offers a selection of authentic Middle Eastern pantry goods for sale, including Pomegranate Molasses, Za'atar Mix, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil, allowing you to bring a taste of NAYA home.
- Catering for Any Occasion: For group events, the menu includes large-format favorites like the Ultimate Appetizer Bundle, which is a comprehensive spread of hot appetizers, a cold appetizer tray, and pita pockets, perfect for serving 6-8 guests.
Contact Information
To place an order, inquire about catering, or find out more about NAYA Montvale, please use the following contact details:
Address: 330 Market St, Montvale, NJ 07645, USA
Phone: (551) 788-1100
What is Worth Choosing
For first-time visitors or loyal patrons exploring new items, here is a look at some of the most worthwhile choices at NAYA:
- The Core Experience: Start with a NAYA Bowl. It is the most popular and celebrated menu item, offering the best platform to combine your favorite proteins, grains (like Tri-Color Quinoa for a healthy, gluten-free base), and the vast selection of fresh toppings.
- For Dip Lovers: You cannot go wrong with the cold appetizers. The classic Hummus Dip and the smoky Baba Ghannouj Dip are essential. The highly-reviewed Toum Garlic Whip is a must-try sauce or side for an intense burst of flavor.
- The Vegetarian Favorite: The Falafel Pcs are consistently praised for their warm, crunchy, and full-flavored execution—especially when ordered directly at the restaurant for maximum crispiness.
- A Sweet Finish: Do not skip the Middle Eastern sweets. The new additions like the Pistachio Baklava and Namoura Coconut Cake offer traditional, fragrant desserts to complete your meal.
- Spice it Up: If you enjoy heat, be sure to include the Zesty Jalapeño Sauce or the Spicy Red Pepper Sauce on your creation for an added kick.
- Take-Home Flavors: For those who appreciate authentic seasonings, grabbing a jar of Za'atar Mix or Pomegranate Molasses from the Pantry section allows you to incorporate these unique Middle Eastern flavors into your home cooking.
NAYA Montvale is a truly exceptional local spot, offering New Jersey diners a fresh, modern, and healthy take on Middle Eastern cuisine. With its easy customization, strong commitment to quality, and a fantastic selection of traditional sides and appetizers, it’s a healthy and delicious fast-casual experience that earns its high marks from the community. Stop by 330 Market Street and build your perfect meal today!
NAYA Vibe
Extras
- Toum (Garlic Whip) $0.69
- Vermicelli Rice $3.29
white, medium grain with vermicelli
- Spicy Red Pepper Sauce $0.69
Mild, tomato base
- Lemon Tahini $0.69
Sesame base
- Zesty Jalapeño Sauce $0.69
Jalapeño base
- Side Of Protein $0.00
- Pita Bread $1.29
- Pita Chips $4.29
White & whole wheat chips with zaatar, sumac
- Tri-Color Quinoa $3.29
Fluffy and earthy white, red, and black quinoa grains
- NEW! Pomegranate Tahini $0.69
A delicious blend of tahini and pomegranate molasses, offering a rich, nutty base with a sweet-tart finish.
Ultimate appetizer bundle
- Ultimate Appetizer Bundle $115.00
Serves 6-8 | Includes 1 dozen hot appetizers, 1 cold appetizer tray served with pita chips or pita bread, and 1 dozen pita pockets – all the favorites in one bundle!
Hot Appetizers
- Fatayer $1.80
Mini pie with spinach, lemon and sumac (1 pc)
- Falafel Pcs $1.10
Fried chickpea croquette, herbs, spices (1 pc)
- Rekakat $2.30
Blend of three Mediterranean cheeses, wrapped in phyllo and deep fried (1 pc)
- Kibbe $2.30
Fried beef dumplings stuffed with minced beef and pine nuts (1 pc)
NEW | featured salad
- Roasted Lemon Chicken Salad $16.95
Tender chicken marinated in spices and New York Shuk Preserved Lemon, roasted to perfection and served over seasonal mixed greens with tomatoes, cucumbers, yogurt cucumber sauce, crumbled feta, SIMPLi Kalamata olives, lemon wedge and tangy sumac onions. Paired with pomegranate tahini on the side for a bright, flavorful finish.
Sweets
- NEW! Pistachio Baklava $5.30
A crispy sweet pastry made of layers of phyllo filled with pistachio and hints of lemon, rose water, and orange blossom.
- NEW! Namoura Coconut Cake $4.30
A classic Middle Eastern dessert made with farina, soaked in a fragrant rose water and orange blossom syrup. Moist, sweet, and delicately flavored with hints of almond and coconut.
- NEW! Cashew Baklava $4.30
Crispy, rolled phyllo fingers filled with cashews and hints of lemon, rose water, and orange blossom.
Create Your Own
- NAYA Roll $13.90
Build-Your-Own: Daily baked pita bread with your choice of protein, toppings and homemade sauces.
- NAYA Bowl $15.30
Build-Your-Own: Vermicelli rice or Quinoa rice with your choice of protein, toppings, and homemade sauces.
- NAYA Salad $15.30
Build-Your-Own: Romaine lettuce or Spinach, Arugula & Cabbage mix with your choice of protein, toppings and homemade sauces
- NAYA Kids Meal $0.00
Vermicelli rice or ruby wild rice with your choice of protein, 5 toppings, and homemade sauces.
Pantry
- Spicy Red Pepper Seasoning $7.00
This vibrant blend of red pepper, paprika, cumin, coriander and basil brings Lebanese flavors to any dish. Add a zesty kick to your roasted potatoes, kabobs or sprinkle it over NAYA hummus.
- Za'atar Mix $7.00
Meet za’atar, a Lebanese classic. Oregano, sumac and toasted sesame seeds bring an aromatic touch to dips, marinades or rubs. Try a dash over NAYA’s Labne, or combined with olive oil for pita bread dippin’.
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil $11.00
From Koura, Lebanon, our unfiltered, unrefined extra virgin olive oil offers natural richness with a peppery finish. Ideal for drizzling over NAYA hummus, baba ghannouj or labne.
- Mixed Nuts $7.00
Snack time just got better with our mixed nuts. Enjoy a savory mix of Lebanese-style peanuts, salted almonds, cashews, chickpeas, corn, hazelnuts, pumpkin seeds and more.
- Pomegranate Molasses $11.00
Infuse your marinades and salads with a burst of sweet, tangy richness. Drizzle over NAYA's seasonal greens or even your favorite ice cream for a bold, new twist.
Beverages
- Gold Peak Ice Tea $4.10
A high quality ready-to-drink iced tea with an authentic home brewed taste.
- Open Water Sparkling $3.60
- Spindrift Orange Mango $3.60
- Spindrift Grapefruit $3.60
- Spindrift Raspberry Lime $3.60
- Open Still Water $3.60
- Canned Soda $3.10
Cold Appetizers
- Cabbage Slaw Salad $4.29
Cabbage salad, dry mint, lemon, olive oil
- Spicy Hummus Dip $5.29
Chickpea puree, imported tahini and jalapeno
- Tabboule $5.29
Half portion. Parsley, mint, bulgur, tomato, onion, lemon and olive oil
- Labne Dip $5.29
Strained yogurt dip
- Toum Garlic Whip $5.29
Our Toum (garlic whip) is a creamy, bold spread that adds a punch of flavor to any roll, bowl, or salad.
- Cucumber Yogurt Dip $5.29
Diced cucumber yogurt and dry mint
- Hummus Dip $5.29
Chickpea puree, imported tahini and lemon
- Baba Ghannouj Dip $5.29
Roasted eggplant puree, imported tahini and lemon
- Grape Leaves $6.29
Stuffed with parsley, onion, tomato and rice
NAYA Details
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Assistive hearing loop
Offerings
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Quiet
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
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★ 5★ 4★ 3★ 2★ 1My vegetarian daughter is a big fan of Naya, and falafel is a comfort food for both of us. We've ordered take-outs a few times, but I was not convinced, as their falafels are always soggy by the time they reach our house. Well, I changed my mind upon our most recent visit to the shop itself! The falafels were super warm, crunchy and full of flavor, just like how they should be. I ate one while paying for our orders at the cashier :-). The shop is very clean, the food selections are well maintained, and the servers are very friendly and efficient. After selecting the greens and grains, one can have unlimited toppings and sauces. I usually opt for the baba ghanouj, pickled radish, cabbage slaw and spicy jalapeno dressing. It is the most healthy, nutritious and delicious fast meal one can get for a small fee :-).One tip: for the best experience, go to the location and order, instead of ordering online and picking it up.
June 17 · Hannah WSo good that I went back 2x last week. I wish there were more locations in South Jersey.They have bowls, salads and wraps - you tell them how you want it (similar to Eons) but WAY BETTER!If you are looking for healthy food and want FLAVOR - make sure you give them a shot.I had their salad with Mixed greens, Romaine, Quinoa, Chicken Shawarma, hummus, taziki, jalapenos, pickled onions, cucumbers -- Tons of flavor and my body thanked me for making a smart and healthy choice + it taste AMAZING!
July 13 · Ansar M.Service off the bat, 5/5. The people were awesome, met the day manager and she explained a bit of the menu to me.Food wise? Some describe this place as the Middle Eastern Version of Chipotle, and there spot-on. I got both rice varieties for my base, and did half/half beef shawarma and chicken shish taouk. The rice portion --- generous, great ---- the meat portion? No shade, but a bit "stingy" with it.Ordered some yummy toppings, but the lady making it really should have explained some things to me because many of these items were a novelty to me. I want to understand middle-eastern food, and she's simply passive.The ambiance was exquisite. Inside is clean and spacious. Utensils are on the left side of the restaurant, near a display of some items you could buy if you'd like.To reiterate, food=good, portions = eh, manager=active, employee=passive.Overall impression? 3/5Enjoy the photos I took. I'm still open to give them another try though!
December 08 · Darren Santo TomasCannot tell you how the food was because the two people working there were so slammed with delivery orders from DoorDash/Uber eats that they were unable to serve us in a timely manner.Peak dinner time on a Saturday… They should hire more people… The prep area was also very messy… Again because of the short staffed nature of the restaurantI imagine the food could be good if you went during a slow timeManagement… Hire more people!
September 06 · Evan FalkOriginating in New York City 13 years ago and situated in Montvale, this fast-casual establishment opened at 330 Market St on Nov. 17, marking their 20th location. NAYA offers their guests to experience the “world of Lebanese flavors”. Thank you to Sara and the Yelp team. My partner and I came tonight to this Elite event. Upon entering, the interior space felt brand new, fresh and clean, with numerous tables spread out with patrons enjoying their meals. The eatery offers a well-balanced and varied selection of rolls, bowls, and salads that can be customized with chicken shawarma, chicken shish taouk, beef shawarma, kaftan lamb kebab, falafel, and cauliflower. For our visit, each guest was offered one custom bowl or roll, two hot appetizers, and a drink. As a starter, we started out with fresh falafels just out of the fryer, kibbé (fried beef dumplings stuffed with minced beef and pine nuts), and fatayer sabenegh (mini pies with spinach, lemon, and sumac). For our entree, we decided on the chicken shawarma on a thin white pita roll, and the chicken shish taouk bowl, accompanied by brown rice, lettuce, tomato, black olives, and cucumbers with tahini sauce on the side. It was definitely a big option, with large portions and all ingredients fresh. The sauces incredibly tasty and had excellent taste and texture. The service was good, as the staff assisted in providing information on the ingredients along with their manager, Abou. Thank you for giving great excellence to the Naya name, and we can recommend this place.
December 09 · Eloy Yip
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