ALEV Mediterranean Grill Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to ALEV Mediterranean Grill, a gem nestled in Rockaway, NJ, where authenticity meets warmth. This family-owned eatery specializes in delectable Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine, crafting each dish with care and tradition.
The menu is a culinary journey, offering an array of choices—from the vibrant White Bean Piyaz salad to the robust flavors of the Adana Kebab. Each entrée is complemented by fresh ingredients like extra virgin olive oil and a special blend of herbs, ensuring a tantalizing experience.
- Lunch specials feature delightful options like the Homemade Gyro paired with lentil soup.
- Vegetarian delights such as Falafel and Baba Ghanoush enhance the diverse offerings.
- Don't miss the decadent homemade Kunefe to round off your meal.
With friendly service and BYOB options, ALEV Mediterranean Grill is a destination for both taste seekers and community lovers.
Lunch Specials (11am - 3pm, Except Holidays)
Adana Kebab
Served 11:00am – 3:00pm only. Each Lunch Entree includes choice of Salad or Lentil Soup and choice of canned soda.
Homemade Gyro
Served 11:00am – 3:00pm only. Each Lunch Entree includes choice of Salad or Lentil Soup and choice of canned soda.
Chicken Shish Kebab
Served 11:00am – 3:00pm only. Each Lunch Entree includes choice of Salad or Lentil Soup and choice of canned soda.
Chicken Kofte
Served 11:00am – 3:00pm only. Each Lunch Entree includes choice of Salad or Lentil Soup and choice of canned soda.
Homemade Chicken Gyro
Served 11:00am – 3:00pm only. Each Lunch Entree includes choice of Salad or Lentil Soup and choice of canned soda.
Kofte Kebab
Served 11:00am – 3:00pm only. Each Lunch Entree includes choice of Salad or Lentil Soup and choice of canned soda.
Shish Kebab
Served 11:00am – 3:00pm only. Each Lunch Entree includes choice of Salad or Lentil Soup and choice of canned soda.
Chicken Adana Kebab
Served 11:00am – 3:00pm only. Each Lunch Entree includes choice of Salad or Lentil Soup and choice of canned soda.
Chicken Chops
Served 11:00am – 3:00pm only. Each Lunch Entree includes choice of Salad or Lentil Soup and choice of canned soda.
Falafel
Served 11:00am – 3:00pm only. Each Lunch Entree includes choice of Salad or Lentil Soup and choice of canned soda. Vegetarian.
Tilapia
Served 11:00am – 3:00pm only. Each Lunch Entree includes choice of Salad or Lentil Soup and choice of canned soda.
Red Lentil Soup
A light, comforting blend of red lentils simmered with fresh herbs and spices.
SHEPHERD (COBAN SALATASI)
The classic chopped salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, parsley tossed with extra virgin olive oil, special blend of herbs & lemon juice. SMALL 11.95 / LARGE 14.95.
MEDITERRANEAN (AKDENIZ SALATASI)
Fresh romaine lettuce, chopped tomatoes, cucumbers & shredded carrots tossed with extra virgin olive oil, special blend of herbs & lemon juice. Small 10.95 / Large 13.95
WHITE BEAN (PIYAZ)
Beans mixed with chopped tomatoes, red onions, scallions, parsley tossed with extra virgin olive oil, special blend of herbs & lemon juice. Small 14.95 / Large 17.95.
Soups and Salads
Cold Appetizers
BABA GHANOUSH
Smoked eggplant blended with tahini, garlic, lemon juice & olive oil.
CACIK
Yogurt mixed with chopped cucumbers, garlic and mint.
ALEV EGGPLANT SALAD
Smoked eggplant puree, bell peppers, garlic, onion, olive oil & lemon juice.
FETA CHEESE PLATTER
Drizzled with Olive Oil, served with tomatoes & olives.
HUMMUS
Chickpeas blended with tahini, garlic, lemon juice & olive oil.
LEBNI
Creamy strained yogurt with walnuts, garlic & dill.
EGGPLANT w/SAUCE
Fried eggplant, bell peppers with fresh tomato & onion sauce.
EZME
Spicy spread of minced tomatoes, peppers, walnuts, garlic, onions, lemon juice & olive oil
STUFFED GRAPE LEAVES
Grape leaves stuffed with rice, herbs, spices, parsley & onion
COLD MIXED APPETIZER PLATTER
Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Lebni, Eggplant Salad & Stuffed Grape Leaves. No substitutions please.
CIGAR BOREK (SIGARA BOREK)
Feta cheese filled Phyllo dough, served warm
FALAFEL
Fried chickpea and vegetable patties served with our delicious hummus.
FRIED CALF’S LIVER (CIGER)
Breaded liver served with red onion salad
FRIED CALAMARI
Tender inside, crispy outside rings of squid served with chef’s special dipping sauce.
HOMEMADE KIBBEH (ICLI KOFTE)
Hand-rolled wheat patties stuffed with sauteed beef, walnuts & special herbs.
SHRIMP SAUTEE (KARIDES GUVEC)
Baby prawns sauteed with garlic & special herbs.
ZUCCHINI PANCAKES (MUCVER)
Pan-fried blend of shredded zucchini & vegetable patties, served with yogurt sauce
Hot Appetizers
From the Grill
ADANA KEBAB
Skewered ground lamb mixed with red bell peppers & herbs
KOFTE KEBAB
Ground beef patties mixed with herbs & seasonings.
HOMEMADE GYRO (DONER)
Slow cooked, marinated layers of fresh lamb and beef served thinly sliced.
SHISH KEBAB
Tender chunks of Filet Mignon marinated with our chef’s special seasoning.
ALEV CHOBAN SAUTEE
Tender chunks of marinated Filet Mignon sauteed with tomatoes, onions & bell peppers, served with rice
LAMB CHOPS
Four (4) pieces tender lamb chops marinated with our chef’s special seasoning.
ALEV MIXED KEBAB PLATTER
Combination of Shish, Adana, Kofte Kebabs & homemade Gyro. No substitutions please
CHICKEN SHISH KEBAB
Chunks of chicken breast marinated with our chef’s special seasoning.
CHICKEN ADANA KEBAB
Skewered ground chicken blended with red bell peppers & herbs.
HOMEMADE CHICKEN GYRO
Slow cooked, marinated layers of chicken meat served thinly sliced.
CHICKEN CHOPS
Boneless chicken thighs marinated with our chef’s special seasoning
CHICKEN KOFTE
Ground chicken patties mixed with herbs & seasoning.
ALEV MIXED CHICKEN PLATTER
Combination of Chicken Adana & Shish Kebabs, Chicken chops & homemade Chicken Gyro. No substitutions please.
Falafel Platter
Fried Chickpea and vegetable patties served with hummus and choice of rice. Gluten-free. Vegetarian.
Tilapia
Served with rice or salad
SALMON
Grilled Salmon fillet served with rice or salad.
BRANZINO (LEVREK)
Perfectly seasoned and roasted whole Mediterranean Sea bass served with rice or salad.
SHRIMP CASSEROLE
Shrimp and vegetables baked in casserole dish and topped with cheese served with rice.
Seafood
Pita or Wrap (Choose one)
Adana Kebab
Served with fresh lettuce & tomato.
KOFTE KEBAB
Served with fresh lettuce & tomato.
HOMEMADE GYRO
Shredded homemade gyro in choice of pita or wrap served with fresh lettuce & tomato.
CHICKEN SHISH KEBAB
Served with fresh lettuce & tomato.
CHICKEN ADANA KEBAB
Served with fresh lettuce & tomato.
HOMEMADE CHICKEN GYRO
Shredded chicken gyro in choice of pita or wrap with fresh lettuce & tomato.
FALAFEL
Served with hummus, fresh lettuce & tomato.
TURKISH CUSTARD (KAZAN DIBI)
"Homemade, deliciously caramelized Creme Brule and Flan hybrid dessert. Sprinkled with cinnamon on top.
Homemade Rice Pudding (SUTLAC)
Oven Baked, Homemade Rice Pudding lightly sprinkled with cinnamon on top
BAKLAVA
Perfectly crispy, layered phyllo pastry dessert, filled with finely chopped pistachio nuts, and deliciously sweetened with honey syrup
KUNEFE
Homemade crispy, sweet cheese, filled pastry, drizzled with honey syrup and topped off with pistachio. Baked in our oven and served warm upon request.
CHEESE CAKE
TIRAMISU
WARM SOUFFLE WITH ICE CREAM
Warn chocolate souffle cake served with side of ice cream
ICE CREAM
Desserts
Sides
French Fries
Small 7.00 / Large 9.00
RICE
small 6.50 / Large 8.00
MOZZARELLA STICKS
HOT SAUCE, YOGURT SAUCE
Extra Flat Pita Bread
Extra Turkish Bread
Sauteed Vegetables
Kids Chicken Fingers
Perfectly battered chicken fingers served with Rice or French Fries.
Kids KOFTE
Served with Rice or French Fries
Kids CHICKEN KOFTE
Served with Rice or French Fries
Kids CHICKEN KEBAB
Served with Rice or French Fries
Kids HOMEMADE GYRO / CHICKEN GYRO
Served with Rice or French Fries
Kids CHICKEN CHOP
Served with Rice or French Fries
Kids LAMB CHOPS (2 PIECES)
Served with Rice of French Fries
Kids SHISH KEBAB
Served with Rice or French Fries
Children's Menu (For Kids 12 & Under)
Beverages
Soda
Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Ginger Ale, Iced Tea Seltzer, Sprite. Can 2.95 / Bottle 3.95
BOTTLED WATER
AYRAN
Cold Yogurt Drink
PELLEGRINO SPARKLING WATER
Small 4.50 / Medium 7.50/ Large 9.50/ X Large 11.00