
From worldFLATS to Faba: A Delicious New Chapter Begins in Montclair and Ridgewood
photo by Boyd Loving
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, Change is brewing in the local food scene, and while it comes with some bittersweet news, there is a flavorful silver lining on the horizon. After serving the community with unique, plant-forward flatbreads, worldFLATS has announced the closure of its Montclair and Ridgewood locations.
In a heartfelt message to the community, the worldFLATS team cited rising costs and economic headwinds as the primary reasons for the difficult decision. They expressed deep gratitude to the loyal customers and dedicated staff members who served as the heart of the business for years.
Introducing Faba: A Return to Culinary Roots
While the worldFLATS doors are closing, the journey is far from over. The team is pivoting back to their heritage with a brand-new concept: Faba.
Drawing inspiration from Armenian and Lebanese roots, Faba will celebrate the vibrant, earthy flavors of the Mediterranean and Middle East. Foodies can look forward to a menu featuring:
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Sâj: Traditional griddled flatbreads.
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Mezze: Small plates bursting with warm spices.
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Sweets: Authentic Mediterranean desserts.
What This Means for worldFLATS Customers
If you have unused worldFLATS rewards or gift cards, don’t worry! They will be fully honored at the new Faba locations. The team is committed to a seamless transition for their most loyal fans.
For questions regarding rewards or upcoming openings, you can reach out directly to the team at [email protected].
How to Follow the Journey
As worldFLATS sunsets its current social media presence, you can stay updated on Faba’s progress, grand opening dates, and menu reveals by following @FABAflavor.
We can’t wait to see—and taste—what this new chapter brings to our local downtowns!
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Wasn’t this establishment owned by loud mouth Jeanne Johnson, among other notable Ridgewood “do gooders?”
Jeanne Johnson is a wonderful person and volunteers a lot of time in the community.
Yeah. She’s a good person.
You’ve been shopping too often at the local weed shop.