Updating this review a year later to reiterate everything I shared last time!…read more We enjoyed a quick lunch on the patio with the cold and hot mezza samplers. Delicious to the very last bite with flavor throughout and spices to chase. Jose was our server this round and was very attentive and friendly. He steered us in the right direction for the right amount of food for two people. Would absolutely recommend this beautiful Lebanese kitchen for appetizers, lunch and dinner we will return!

Mazahr is a Lebanese restaurant located on W 11th with a covered patio seating and a pretty big…read moreindoor seating area. My coworker and I came here on a Saturday afternoon, we got a reservation ahead of time and I'm glad we did because this place was pretty busy. We got their aperol spritz for drinks which was very refreshing, would recommend this for the summer. For food, we got their dip platter and chose their hummus, labne, and baba ghannouj. My coworker was gluten-free so they were very nice to give us some gluten free chips instead of the bread with the dips. We also got their halloumi fries which came with a pomegrante dipping sauce - I LOVED IT! The halloumi fries were cooked so well! We also got their prawns which were really fresh and delicious. I would definitely come back! Their hummus was so good, it's for sure a very authentic Lebanese spot.

A very tiny yet highly acclaimed restaurant in Vancouver near Yaletown-Roundhouse SkyTrain station…read more We stumbled upon this place while walking right at opening, so we got first pick at one of the 3 tables for dine-in. Definitely try to go at opening or when it is not busy, as the dine-in experience is memorable - they place your order in a long wooden board to make it a beautiful spread. We got the Manoush'eh Special which has ground beef, pomegranate, etc and Sham Style which is shaped like a boat. We also tried the yogurt drink which pairs well with the dishes. The only con is that this place does not have free water, but it is no problem to have our own water bottles supplementing the meal. We also got the lentil soup which is pretty good. Definitely sufficient to share one to try, but the Manoush'eh outshines the rest of the items. I loved the quality and texture of the Manoush'eh and just the breads in general. It is a lot of food for 2 people so if you want a snack, you can definitely just share 1. Some people go here for the wraps too. Overall, an affordable restaurant with good food. We got the most expensive items and it was less than 50 CAD all-in, but a lot of the items are around the 10 CAD mark.

we came here near closing, so i'm assuming maybe it wasn't at its best, and i honestly feel kinda…read moreguilty writing this review. but i have to be honest about our experience. the food tasted really bland overall, especially the lahm bi ajeen. it didn't taste well seasoned at all and honestly tasted nothing like the versions i've had before. coming from LA, i feel like i've had a lot of really flavorful middle eastern food, so maybe my standards are higher. usually lahm bi ajeen has this rich savory flavor with warm spices, slight acidity, juicy meat, and a crispy thin crust that almost has a little char to it. this one felt flat flavor wise and the crust wasn't crispy or well baked. it lacked that depth and spice that makes the dish so addictive. maybe we just came at a bad time, but overall it was disappointing for us.

Highly recommend this spot. Made reservations for our family with ease online. We were concerned…read morebecause we weren't terribly hungry but had set the reservation early to accommodate my young nephew's bedtime. We ended up eating more than expected because the food was delicious, light and refreshing. We tried a bunch of the cold mezze (hummus, baba ganouch, kibbeh, and the fattoush salad) and they were all fantastic. Hummus was so smooth and flavorful, baba ganouch and fattoush refreshing and tasty. Pitas are served warm and are so deliciously light and airy. We also enjoyed the salmon and kibbeh kebabs - all were so yummy and well prepared. Apologies if I've spelled her name incorrectly but Mirna was amazing. She was so helpful in answering any of our culinary queries, so friendly (especially to my young nephew) and so attentive. The space is beautiful- elegant without being stuffy. Near the waterfront and easy to access. Highly recommend!

Food is good here, but service leaves something to be desired. Overall the mezze and kabobs are…read moregood (although lamb kibbeh nayeh and lamb burger see a bit weird); beef is better in my opinion We were a party of 19 and had ordered 8 mezze and they gave his 1 bread basket of 4 pitas and it took several minutes for the next bread basket to come out. Then they told us they had run out and would serve us Costco pita. Upon leaving we saw people with Lebanese pita. A group spending 1600 getting shafted on pita. Not cool and super cheap. Service is slow here as they are understaffed.

We dined here on a Saturday evening while vacationing in Vancouver. The food was phenomenal and…read morethe service was more than what we expected. All the staff was extremely friendly. Even though we ate during their closing hours, they did not rush us and allowed us to order additional items. Highly recommend the mixed mezze dips platter and mixed grill platter. We ordered additional rounds of the lamb kebab because it was to die for. Cocktails were 10/10, every single one that we ordered was better than the last. I would however avoid the desserts. The baklava, though tasty was dry. The molten lava cake was refused and sent back by our kids. Didn't look very appealing. We would definitely go back on future visits for dinner.

Food was yummy decent portion. Service was ok. Seated us in…read morea quieter area as requested. Ambiance was great. Dark. Good for a potential date with someone special.

First (and only) Yemeni restaurant in town!…read more Came in for brunch for the first time and was immediately drawn in by the waffle photos I ended up ordering the savoury waffle made with potato instead of flour. The texture was great, just a little on the oily side. The charred beef had a nice Chinese wok-style flavour, paired with a giant tandoor bread--really interesting combo! Both hot drinks were solid, but I especially loved the cinnamon latte. It really warmed me up.

I came here to try Yemeni food for the first time and I really liked my experience! The waitress…read morewas friendly and checked in on our table often. The interior of the restaurant was also very nicely decorated. I do think Saba Foods is fancier than other places I've been to while exploring new cuisines and I personally prefer a more casual dining experience. As for the food, the portion sizes were very generous (though I did see other diners ordering individually). I shared the haneeth and saltah with a friend as well as got the kunafa and bint al sahen for dessert. The lamb was very tender and fell off the bone and the saltah came in a bubbling pot. I think the presentation of each dish was beautiful and was representative of its quality. My favourite dish was definitely the haneeth; it had a good combination of meat, rice, and vegetables. My reason for the missing star would be price point (total came around to $55 per person) as well as flavour as I'm used to having very flavorful dishes from other cuisines. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who hasn't tried Yemeni food before though!

I went here for the first time at 4pm on a Saturday and it was busy in this unassuming…read moreindustrial/business area! The gentleman at the counter was super enthusiastic and friendly and helped me with my selections. I want to come back for lunch and he gave me some suggestions. Very happy with my purchase today. I brought some desserts for a bridal shower and it was well received. The place smelled so good and fragrant from all the grilled meats, I can't wait to go back!

I've wanted to try this for so long but the place is quite secluded. This is my first time trying…read moregeorgian/armenian food. First, the lamajoun is so good. It's perfectly seasoned and reminds me of pizza except with thinner crust and softer bread. I love how thin it is. The baklava isn't layered like the Turkish style ones but it's also good. I actually prefer this one since it's less sweet! The people there are friendly too :)

So delicious, I had this twice. Price wise as well, I don't think this could be beat in the area…read more I had the jalepeno cheese steak and another time was the mushroom one. Jalepeno was my preferred. The 2nd time around, my order came out within 3 minutes. It was so fast.

This popular food truck is next to a major transportation hub. It is a perfect spot to pick up…read moredinner! We ordered two platters and took them back to our Air B&B for dinner. The food was fresh and the owner was very friendly and helpful.

Dining at East is East is a unique, immersive experience that feels like stepping into a cozy…read morecultural oasis. The warm lighting, artistic decor, and relaxing ambiance set a wonderful stage for enjoying a comforting meal infused with vibrant Eastern traditions. The service was attentive and hospitable, making the meal feel smooth and inviting. The standout of the visit was the famous Silk Route Feast, which offered an incredible tasting journey alongside delicious individual bowls like the rich Chicken Masala and deeply spiced Lamb Curry.

Stopped by in a group of two for lunch for the Chai Feast. This the perfect way to sample many of…read morethe foods especially as the other person at lunch had not previously attended this dining establishment. We were seated right away and provided complimentary soy chai...so good. And then we started sampling many items from the Chai Feast. The presentation is excellent when they bring out the platter with the many dishes....and each dish has unique tastes. Always a fan of the boulani and this time the stars of the meal for me were the Creamy Mushroom & Eggplant and the Lamb Curry. The service was great and it was a positive food experience.

I got takeout from JamJar recently and was very impressed with their portion size! I ordered the…read morefood to-go from Uber and it was ready in 15mins for pick up. I got their shawarma platter which came up to $24 including taxes and the portion was so big I had it over two meals. It was also very flavourful and came up with a lot of sides.

Really enjoyed our time here! I have been wanting to try this place for awhile and it was the…read moreperfect spot to bring friends to! All the staff were SUPER friendly as they explained everything well, made sure we had everything we needed and even brought over a sample of the mocktail to try at the end. We got the feast for two and added on two plates for the four of us and there was a lot of food! It was great for us to all get to try all the different dishes. We really enjoyed it!

I had to get this twice while visiting Vancouver because it was so good the first time. It was just…read moreas good the second time I got it too! My husband tried the lamb the second time and he preferred the chicken. Making it a "Jumbo" for $4 was so worth it, we couldn't get over the size! We had them add all of the toppings and extra hot peppers. Everything went well so together in the wrap! Also, the wrap itself was one of the things we liked the most.

We tried the bbq plate. Meat was tender and all the other accompanying items were delicious. The…read morefalafels ordered on the side weren't the best we've had and probably wouldn't order them again. They were busy and seating is limited. This is not a table service established. Chipotle model and that's all great if you're in a hurry. If you eat in and don't get a carry out box, the portion on their platter is larger. We didn't ask for carry-out but that's what we received. We're not sure why? Plenty of staff on duty and they were friendly as we went through the line. Would we go back, maybe if they were the only shawarma shop around and maybe they are best in the area. They were busy.