Cedars Grill — Restaurant in Stroudsburg

Perhaps it was destiny that I was lucky enough to grow up in a town with the best Lebanese food I have ever had in the Western Hemisphere. I am of course talking about Cedar's Mediterranean Grill, which undeniably has some of the best eastern Med food in country.

Furthermore, I think it's safe to say that Cedars has hands-down, the best food available in the Stroudsburg-East Stroudsburg area. This family-owned restaurant is a humble, unpretentious and accommodating little spot off of Main Street that provides delicious food at awesome prices. I've visited many highly-rated "Mediterranean" restaurants across the US and Canada and often the food has been twice as expensive with a fraction of the quality/quantity of food that they serve here at Cedars.

Some downsides are that the service can be a little slow and there isn't always seating, but none of those concerns should ever dissuade you from patronizing this restaurant. Things can be very busy and crowded here because people love the food and the owner and sometimes there isn't enough of it to go around quickly! Besides the delicious sandwiches, you can get a variety of appetizers, like hummus, baba ghanoush, falafel, etc and even larger platters, which are also always amazing. Furthermore, the owner and his family who help him run the place are extremely nice, friendly people.

The food here is simply too good to pass up any opportunity to eat so if you're on the fence about going here for lunch or dinner, just stop reading this review and go get some shawarma or a...

This is the quintessential quick stop! I can't recommend the chicken shawarma platter enough. You won't be disappointed.

And, i say this as someone who typically dislikes Mediterranean food. They have won me over completely!

The chicken is tender and well seasoned. The rice is perfectly cooked and contributes a lot to the dish. The pitas are warm and yummy. And you get a lot of vegetables to go with it!

Make sure and ask for some of the red sauce to put on your shawarma! You'll be in heaven! The tahini and vinegar are great, but dang I wish they sold the red stuff! Who knows they might, I'll probably have to come back.

Usually rice dilutes a dish but theirs adds so much character. Delicious. And the customer service? Amazing. Rita is such a wonderful lady.

We were passing through and checking out the Deleware Water Gap and needed some lunch, Cedars Grill was a diamond in the rough! Been road tripping for a few days, and it had the best affordability to deliciousability ratio yet!

It is a little unassuming and can feel like a Deli, but this place has so much heart. You don't see customer service like this anymore, Rita is amazing and her Lebanese mother knows how to cook food.

My friends enjoyed their salmon salad and quesadilla quite a bit.

They have a cute little store with deli stuff, Turkish delight, olives, fresh bulk dates.

You'll feel like your in someone's living room and they just cooked their favorite family dishes. It's a really special treat, you gotta try Cedar's Grill if you're...

Cedar’s Grill is a true hidden gem—one of those rare places where the moment you walk in, you feel like family. This small, family-owned Mediterranean restaurant is run with heart and soul, and it shows in every detail.

In the back, the elderly mom and dad are hard at work, cooking up incredibly delicious, homemade Mediterranean food. You can taste the love and experience in every bite—this is authentic cooking at its finest. We ordered the mixed grill, which was packed with amazing flavor and grilled to perfection. The meats were tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned.

We also tried a variety of appetizers—hummus, baba ghanoush, tabbouleh, and eggplant salad—all fresh, vibrant, and beautifully balanced. The owner, who was so friendly and warm, even threw in a few extra appetizers for us to try. It was such a thoughtful touch and made the experience feel even more special.

Everything we ate was not only incredibly tasty but also felt clean and healthy—real, whole ingredients prepared with care. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, with a lovely, relaxed vibe that feels like you’re dining in someone’s home rather than a restaurant.

Overall, Cedar’s Grill is a place you go not just for food, but for a heartfelt experience. Delicious, healthy, homemade Mediterranean food, served by a family who clearly puts love into everything they do. Can’t wait to go back when we’re in...