Le Souk

Run, don’t walk to Le Souk in Montclair for an amazing dining experience of Syrian food. Jumana is enchanting and welcomed our group of 10 on November 16 with warmth and grace. The presentation of the delicious food is picture perfect. An eclectic mix of flavors and textures that had everyone in our group wanting more! And, the service is impeccable. Our group was also entertained with traditional Syrian music by Yazan, Jumana’s son. Food, music and dancing! A wonderful way to spend a Saturday night. We’ll be dining at Le Souk again and again!

What a wonderful experience. Felt like eating in someone's house. First course was delicious but save you have to make space for main and desert. The family are warm and welcoming. You have to give this place a chance.

Le Souk is a charming bistro run by delightful Syrian woman. She is an art teacher at a local State University in addition to the proprietor of this establishment, and you can see her training in the food and the decor of the restaurant. Her recipes are her rendition of traditional Syrian fare. Everything is handmade and prepared to order. This means that it may take a little longer for it to reach you, but it's worth it. The restaurant itself is like a Souk (market in Arabic) where you can eat, shop, and otherwise sit and chat. There are a number of Syrian and Eastern Mediterranean items for sale. You can see and feel that personal touches that she puts in everything. A word to the uninitiated: this isn't a typical restaurant in the classic sense. There are no waiters, food runners, dishwashers. Everything is done by one person with perhaps some help from another. If you want something like more bread or water, then you may have to to get up and ask for it.

Very gorgeous Oriental spot for eating and shopping for interesting items
The owner also said they do weekend activities like live music and also private parties

My husband and I stumbled across this place randomly and couldn't be happier that we decided to venture in! The food is amazing, the tea is fabulous and the atmosphere and ambiance are so cozy and inviting! We will be back many times :)