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Liva Mediterranean Cuisine

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270 Main St, Hackensack, New Jersey 07601
Closed•Turkish, Mediterranean, Indian, Halal, Doner Kebab, Pakistani•$$

About Liva Mediterranean Cuisine

Authentic Turkish‑Mediterranean flavors in Hackensack at Liva: halal grilled meats, fresh salads, homemade borek. Outdoor seating & takeout.

Popular Dishes

Zucchini Pancakes (Mucver)

Zucchini Pancakes (Mucver)

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Turkish Sausage (Sucuk Izgara)

Turkish Sausage (Sucuk Izgara)

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Calf's Liver (Arnavut Cigeri)

Calf's Liver (Arnavut Cigeri)

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Cheese Rolls (Sigara Boregi)

Cheese Rolls (Sigara Boregi)

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Falafel

Falafel

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Salad Additions

Salad Additions

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Menu

Appetizers & Sides

Zucchini Pancakes (Mucver)

Zucchini Pancakes (Mucver)

AI
$9

Grated zucchini, carrots and dill mixed in flour.

Energy: 250
Ingredients:zucchini, flour, egg, onion, herbs, olive oil
Allergens:gluten, eggs
Veg•DF•Halal
Cheese Rolls (Sigara Boregi)

Cheese Rolls (Sigara Boregi)

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$8

Pastry sheets stuffed with feta cheese and parsley, rolled into cigar shape.

Energy: 300
Ingredients:phyllo dough, feta cheese, parsley, egg, olive oil
Allergens:dairy, gluten, eggs
Veg•Halal
Falafel

Falafel

AI
$9

Grounded chickpea patties mixed with fresh vegetables and spices.

Energy: 180
Ingredients:chickpeas, parsley, cumin, coriander, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil
Spicy
•Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Salad Additions

Salad Additions

AI
$3

Falafel, Chicken, Lamb, Shrimp, Adana, Doner, Inegol Kofte, Chicken Adana.

Energy: 150
Ingredients:grilled chicken, falafel, avocado
Allergens:dairy, gluten
Spicy
•Halal
Spinach Pie (Ispanakli Borek)

Spinach Pie (Ispanakli Borek)

AI
$9

Phyllo pastry stuffed with sautéed onions, spinach and feta cheese.

Energy: 250
Ingredients:phyllo dough, spinach, onion, feta cheese, olive oil, salt, pepper
Allergens:dairy, gluten, eggs
Veg•Halal
French Fries

French Fries

$5
Halal
Mix Appetizer Sampler

Mix Appetizer Sampler

$29

Choice of five cold mezze

Halal
Hummus

Hummus

$10

Chichpea paste,tahini,garlic,lemon,cumin, olive oil

Halal
Honey Roasted Eggplant

Honey Roasted Eggplant

AI
$10

Roasted eggplant, honey,sun-dried tomato, walnut, pomegrante molasses

Energy: 300
Ingredients:eggplant, honey, tahini, pistachios, olive oil, parsley, lemon juice
Allergens:nuts,sesame
Veg•GF•DF•Halal
Spicy Feta

Spicy Feta

AI
$10

Feta Cheese, red peppers, dried chile, parsley, thyme, black peppers, lemon peel, olive oil.

Energy: 250
Ingredients:feta cheese, red pepper flakes, olive oil, garlic, parsley, mint
Allergens:dairy
Spicy
•Veg•GF•Halal
Falafel (4 Pieces)

Falafel (4 Pieces)

AI
$10

Mashed chichpeas, fresh vegetables, spices

Energy: 250
Ingredients:chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, olive oil
Allergens:gluten
Veg•Vegan•DF•Halal
Stuffed Grapes Leaves

Stuffed Grapes Leaves

AI
$10

Grape leaves, rice, onions,mixed herbs

Energy: 120
Ingredients:grape leaves, rice, onion, dill, mint, lemon juice, olive oil, pine nuts
Allergens:nuts
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Feta Rolls

Feta Rolls

AI
$13

Feta Cheese wrapped in phylo dough

Energy: 200
Ingredients:flour, butter, water, feta cheese, parsley, sesame seeds, egg
Allergens:dairy,gluten,eggs,sesame
Veg•Halal
Falafel Platter

Falafel Platter

$15

Served with hummus, rice & salad

Halal
Truffle Mayo Fries

Truffle Mayo Fries

AI
$8

Crispy fries tossed in luxurious truffle-infused mayonnaise for a rich, savory treat.

Energy: 420
Ingredients:potatoes, truffle oil, mayonnaise, garlic, salt, pepper
Allergens:eggs
Veg•GF•DF•Halal
Zucchini Pancakes

Zucchini Pancakes

AI
$9

Savory pancakes made with grated zucchini, herbs, and batter, pan-fried to golden perfection.

Energy: 320
Ingredients:zucchini, flour, egg, onion, parsley, salt, pepper, olive oil
Allergens:gluten, eggs
Veg•DF•Halal
Cajun Seasoned French Fries

Cajun Seasoned French Fries

AI
$6

Crispy fries coated in bold Cajun spices, delivering a smoky, slightly spicy kick.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:potatoes, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, thyme, oregano, salt
Spicy
•Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Mezze Trio

Mezze Trio

AI
$11

Sampler of three classic Mediterranean dips served with warm pita bread for sharing.

Energy: 420
Ingredients:chickpeas, tahini, lemon, garlic, eggplant, yogurt, cucumber, pita bread
Allergens:dairy, gluten, sesame
Veg•Halal

Kebabs & Grills

Turkish Sausage (Sucuk Izgara)

Turkish Sausage (Sucuk Izgara)

AI
$13

Turkish spicy grilled beef sausage grilled with tomatoes hot peppers and onions.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:beef sausage, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper
Spicy
•GF•DF•Halal
Adana Kebab

Adana Kebab

AI
$24

Grilled grounded lamb mixed with red bell peppers and seasonings, cooked on the skewers. Served with rice & salad.

Energy: 400
Ingredients:lamb, onion, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper
Spicy
•GF•DF•Halal
Lamb Shish Kebab

Lamb Shish Kebab

AI
$26

Marinated cubes of lamb grilled on skewers, served with rice and salad.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:lamb, olive oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, lemon juice
Spicy
•GF•DF•Halal
Chicken Kebab

Chicken Kebab

AI
$15

Marinated charcoal grilled chicken on skewers. Served with rice, salad & fries.

Energy: 300
Ingredients:chicken, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, yogurt
Allergens:dairy
Spicy
•GF•Halal
Gyro Kebab

Gyro Kebab

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$13

Marinated lamb & beef mixed together, cooked on a vertical grill. Meat is shaved off and served as thin slices. Served with rice, salad & fries.

Energy: 550
Ingredients:lamb, pita, lettuce, tomato, onion, yogurt sauce
Allergens:dairy, gluten
Spicy
•Halal
Turkish Meatballs

Turkish Meatballs

AI
$13

Seasoned Turkish beef meatballs. Served with rice, salad & fries.

Energy: 320
Ingredients:lamb, beef, onion, parsley, cumin, paprika
Spicy
•GF•DF•Halal
Lamb Chops

Lamb Chops

AI
$36

Seasoned Lamb chops cooked on charcoal grill served with rice & salad.

Energy: 500
Ingredients:lamb chops, rosemary, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper
Spicy
•GF•DF•Halal
Combination Kebab

Combination Kebab

AI
$16

Any two Lamb Shish Kebab, Adana Kebab, Chicken Kebab, Gyro Kebab or Chicken Adana Kebab. Served with rice & salad.

Energy: 450
Ingredients:lamb, chicken, beef, bell peppers, onion, spices
Spicy
•GF•DF•Halal
Chicken Adana Kebab

Chicken Adana Kebab

AI
$20

Grounded chicken mixed with bell peppers, parsley and seasonings, cooked on the skewers. Sewed with rice & salad.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:minced chicken, red pepper flakes, paprika, cumin, onion, parsley
Spicy
•GF•DF•Halal
Mixed Grill For (1)

Mixed Grill For (1)

$28

Serving for 1 person lamb shish kebab, chicken kebab, lamb chops, adana kebab, rice and salad

Halal
Kofta

Kofta

$24

Ground lamb, beef, herbs, served with rice & salad

Halal
Mixed Grill For (2)

Mixed Grill For (2)

$40

Serving for 2 person lamb shish kebab, chicken kebab, adana kebab, kofta kebab, rice and salad

Halal
Doner Kebab

Doner Kebab

Halal

Main Course

Calf's Liver (Arnavut Cigeri)

Calf's Liver (Arnavut Cigeri)

AI
$14

Calf's liver coated with flour and seasonings, pan-fried in olive oil.

Energy: 180
Ingredients:calf liver, onion, sumac, olive oil, parsley, salt
Spicy
•GF•DF•Halal
Sautéed Chicken

Sautéed Chicken

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$14

Cubes of chicken sautéed with mushrooms, onions tomatoes, bell peppers in homemade tomato cream sauce. Served with rice.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:chicken breast, bell pepper, onion, soy sauce, garlic, olive oil
Allergens:soy, gluten
Spicy
•DF•Halal
Extra Sauce

Extra Sauce

Halal
Kazandibi

Kazandibi

$9

Creamy milk pudding with a caramelized crust. Served with cinnamon.

Halal
Kunefe

Kunefe

$10

Two layers of crispy shredded kadayif pastry stuffed with sweet cheese. Served with hot syrup and crushed pistachios.

Halal
Babaganush

Babaganush

$10

Grilled eggplant,tahini,garlic, lemon juice, olive oil

Halal
Avocado Feta Spread

Avocado Feta Spread

$10

Avocado, fresh spinach, garlic, feta, mozzarella cheese

Halal
Pink Quenn

Pink Quenn

$10

Labneh,mashed beets, walnut,garlic

Halal
Muhammara

Muhammara

$10

Roasted red pepper, walnut, garlic, tahini, pomegranete molasses

Halal
Sauced Eggplant

Sauced Eggplant

$10

Eggplant cubes, onion, green peppers homemade tomato sauce

Halal
Labneh

Labneh

$10

Creamy yogurt, walnuts,mint,garlic

Halal
Beef Manti

Beef Manti

AI
$16

mini dumplings, ground beef, onion, yogurt, dried mint, red sauce

Energy: 400
Ingredients:ground beef, onion, flour, egg, yogurt, garlic, butter, olive oil
Allergens:dairy,gluten,eggs
Spicy
•Halal
Zuccini Pancakes

Zuccini Pancakes

$12

Zucchini pancakes, tomato sauce, garlic, yogurt

Halal
Calf's Liver

Calf's Liver

$18

Calf's liver coated with flour and seasonings,pan-fried in olive oil

Halal
Coke

Coke

$3
Halal
Regular Lemonade

Regular Lemonade

$5
Halal
Mango Juices

Mango Juices

$5
Halal
Diet Coke

Diet Coke

$3
Halal
Ginger Ale

Ginger Ale

$3
Halal
Sprite

Sprite

$3
Halal
Grilled Mediterranean Chicken

Grilled Mediterranean Chicken

$22

Mariated grilled chicken with herbs served with rice & salad

Halal
Fillet Of Branzini

Fillet Of Branzini

$31

Red pepper melange, citrus segment, fig balsamic syrup sauce nicoise

Halal

Soups & Salads

Lentil Soup (Mercimek Corbasi)

Lentil Soup (Mercimek Corbasi)

AI
$8

Red lentils cooked with vegetables and herbs.

Energy: 180
Ingredients:red lentils, carrots, onions, olive oil, cumin, lemon
Spicy
•Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Shepherd Salad (Coban Salatasi)

Shepherd Salad (Coban Salatasi)

AI
$7

Chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, peppers and parsley in olive oil vinegar dressing. Served with feta cheese.

Energy: 150
Ingredients:tomato, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, salt
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Gypsy Salad

Gypsy Salad

AI
$7

Lettuce, carrots, tomatoes and red cabbage served with lemon-olive oil dressing.

Energy: 150
Ingredients:tomato, cucumber, onion, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, salt
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Chicken Orzo Soup (Sehriyeli Tavuk Corbasi)

Chicken Orzo Soup (Sehriyeli Tavuk Corbasi)

AI
$9

Chicken and orzo cooked in homemade chicken stock.

Energy: 250
Ingredients:chicken, orzo pasta, carrots, celery, onion, chicken broth, parsley
Allergens:gluten
Spicy
•DF•Halal
Arugula Feta Salad

Arugula Feta Salad

AI
$12

Arugula, red onions, tomatoes, feta cheese and candied walnuts served with feta cheese in pomegranate olive oil sauce.

Energy: 220
Ingredients:arugula, feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, olive oil, lemon juice
Allergens:dairy
Veg•GF•Halal
Red Lentil Soup

Red Lentil Soup

$7

Red lentil, herbs, vegetables

Halal
Greek Salad

Greek Salad

$15

Lettuce, cucumbers, tomato, onions, feta cheese, olive oil, vinegar, grape leaves

Halal
Arugula Salad

Arugula Salad

$15

Arugula, cucumber, red onion, cherry tomato,pomegranate sauce, olive oil

Halal
Chicken Orzo Soup

Chicken Orzo Soup

$7

Chicken, vegetables and orzo cooked in homemade chicken stock.

Halal
Shepherd's Salad

Shepherd's Salad

$15

Tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, vinegar, olive oil, fete cheese

Halal
Chicken Soup

Chicken Soup

Halal

Beverages

Sparkling Water

Sparkling Water

AI
$2

Crisp sparkling water with lively bubbles, a refreshing palate cleanser.

Ingredients:water, carbonation
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Turkish Coffee

Turkish Coffee

AI
$4

Strong, aromatic Turkish coffee, finely ground and served unfiltered with grounds.

Energy: 5
Ingredients:finely ground coffee, water, sugar (optional)
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Sour Cherry Juice (Visne Suyu)

Sour Cherry Juice (Visne Suyu)

AI
$3

Tart and sweet sour cherry juice, served chilled for a fruity refreshment.

Energy: 120
Ingredients:sour cherry juice, water, sugar
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Can Soda

Can Soda

Halal
Ayran (Yogurt Drink)

Ayran (Yogurt Drink)

AI
$4

Refreshing yogurt-based drink, lightly salted, perfect complement to savory meals.

Energy: 80
Ingredients:yogurt, water, salt
Allergens:dairy
Veg•GF•Halal
Bottled Water

Bottled Water

AI
$2

Pure bottled water, still and refreshing, essential hydration for any meal.

Ingredients:water
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Coffee

Coffee

AI
$3

Classic brewed coffee, rich and smooth, served hot or iced.

Ingredients:coffee beans, water
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Herbal Tea

Herbal Tea

AI
$3

Soothing herbal tea blend, caffeine-free and aromatic, perfect for relaxation.

Ingredients:herbal blend (mint, chamomile, etc), water
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Turkish Tea

Turkish Tea

AI
$3

Traditional Turkish tea, bold red brew served hot, often with sugar.

Ingredients:black tea, water, sugar (optional)
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Bottle Water

Bottle Water

AI
$4

Pure still water served chilled.

Ingredients:filtered water
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Seltzer Water

Seltzer Water

AI
$3

Refreshing sparkling water, plain or lightly flavored.

Ingredients:carbonated water
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Organic Herbal Tea

Organic Herbal Tea

AI
$4

Soothing caffeine-free herbal infusion, served hot.

Ingredients:herbal tea blend, water
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Organic Regular Coffee

Organic Regular Coffee

AI
$4

Organically grown brewed coffee, served hot.

Ingredients:organic coffee, water
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Pellegrino

Pellegrino

AI
$6

Premium sparkling mineral water with natural bubbles.

Ingredients:sparkling mineral water
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Turkish Dibek Coffee

Turkish Dibek Coffee

AI
$4

ingredients: salep, roasted coffee, mastic gum, chocolate, cardamom, cream

Ingredients:coffee, water, cardamom
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Ice Tea

Ice Tea

AI
$4

Refreshing brewed tea served over ice, lightly sweetened.

Energy: 30
Ingredients:brewed tea, water, sugar
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal
Regular Coffee

Regular Coffee

AI
$4

Classic brewed coffee, served hot or iced.

Ingredients:coffee, water
Veg•Vegan•GF•DF•Halal

Seafood

Sautéed Shrimp

Sautéed Shrimp

AI
$18

Large shrimps sautéed with mushrooms, onions, tomatoes and greed peppers in homemade tomato cream sauce. Served with rice.

Energy: 250
Ingredients:shrimp, garlic, lemon, white wine, parsley, olive oil
Allergens:shellfish
GF•DF•Halal
Shrimp Kebab

Shrimp Kebab

AI
$18

Marinated shrimps and vegetables grilled on skewers. Served with rice and salad.

Energy: 250
Ingredients:shrimp, garlic, lemon, olive oil, parsley, pepper
Allergens:shellfish
Spicy
•GF•DF•Halal
Crispy Calamari

Crispy Calamari

AI
$18

Fresh squid served with tartar sauce

Energy: 250
Ingredients:calamari, flour, garlic, lemon, olive oil, parsley, egg, oil
Allergens:gluten,eggs,shellfish
DF•Halal
Grilled Octopus

Grilled Octopus

AI
$24

Sun-dried tomato,capers, olives

Energy: 180
Ingredients:octopus, olive oil, lemon, oregano, garlic, salt, pepper
Allergens:shellfish
GF•DF•Halal
Grilled Shrimp

Grilled Shrimp

$24

gilled marinated shrimp, served with rice & salad

Halal
Ras El Hanout Crusted Seared Salmon

Ras El Hanout Crusted Seared Salmon

$31

Creamy mashed potato, sauted asparagus, citrus segment capers, black olive dressing

Halal

Platters & Combos

El Turco Mix

El Turco Mix

AI
$18

Combination of Lamb Shish Kebab, Chicken Kebab, Adana Kebab and Doner Kebab. Served with rice, and fries.

Energy: 600
Ingredients:lamb kebab, chicken kebab, rice, mixed greens, pita bread, hummus
Allergens:gluten, sesame
Spicy
•DF•Halal
Lunch Platter

Lunch Platter

AI
$15

Choice of soup or salad and choice of kebab (adana, chicken kebab, falafel, chicken adana)

Energy: 900
Ingredients:grilled chicken, rice, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, pita bread, hummus, tahini sauce
Allergens:gluten, sesame
Spicy
•DF•Halal
Stuffed Grape Leaves - Half Tray

Stuffed Grape Leaves - Half Tray

Halal

Curries & Stews

Okra Stew

Okra Stew

Okra sautéed with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers and chickpeas in tomato sauce. Served with rice.

Halal

Rice & Biryani

Pilaf (Turkish Rice)

Pilaf (Turkish Rice)

Halal

Breads

Pita Bread

Pita Bread

AI
$2

Soft, warm flatbread perfect for dipping or wrapping, made from simple wheat flour.

Energy: 165
Ingredients:wheat flour, water, yeast, salt, olive oil
Allergens:gluten
Veg•Vegan•DF•Halal
Hummus and Pita Bread

Hummus and Pita Bread

Halal

Noodles & Pasta

Orzo Rice

Orzo Rice

AI
$5

Tender orzo pasta cooked to perfection, lightly seasoned with herbs and olive oil.

Energy: 200
Ingredients:orzo pasta, water, olive oil, parsley, salt, pepper
Allergens:gluten
Veg•Vegan•DF•Halal

Burgers & Fried Chicken

Truffle Theory Burger

Truffle Theory Burger

$18

beef patty, swiss cheese, sautéed mushrooms, caramelized onions, green leaf, truffle mayonnaise, brioche bun served w/cajun fries

Halal

Wraps & Sandwiches

Lunch Wraps

Lunch Wraps

AI
$14

choice of kebab (adana, chicken kebab, falafel, chicken adana), cajun fries and can of soda

Energy: 550
Ingredients:pita bread, grilled chicken, lettuce, tomato, onion, cucumber, hummus, tahini
Allergens:gluten, sesame
Spicy
•DF•Halal
Extra Pita

Extra Pita

Halal
Lamb Shawarma

Lamb Shawarma

Halal

Desserts

Baklava

Baklava

Layers of buttered pastry sheets filled with crushed walnuts served in syrup.

Halal
Cold Baklava

Cold Baklava

$13

Sweet pastry made of layers of filo filled with milk, chocolate and pistachio

Halal
Tres Leches Cake

Tres Leches Cake

$13

Sponge cake soaked in the classic three milks,caramel

Halal

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