This restaurant popped up on my tiktok for having one of the best lobster rolls in Nova Scotia…read more.. so I had to check it out. I ended up ordering the curry seafood chowder & 10/10 it was so delicious and unique, my partner also said the same! He wished he ordered this meal. My partner ordered the lobster roll, which was really good but the brioche wasn't as thin & fluffy as I've previously experienced, having too much bread to lobster ratio. The fries were good. He liked them but they were just a happy medium to me. Cassie was our server. She was super sweet, bubbly & very patient with how I order wine. Haha. Also, the interior is very cute!

Honestly, I only think I've ever left one yelp review in my life but this deserves my time. I went…read morehere on a whim with my family and it was horrible. The establishment looks unfinished and there is no cohesive atmosphere. The service was mediocre as my husband waited 20 minutes for a beer and sauce even though they weren't busy. The food is horribly overpriced for the quality. I ordered the vegan penne and it was $22 for one scoop of pasta! I'm not joking. I was told I was getting a side salad and was charged $14 for lettuce and bread bits soaked in oil. Drive by this one.

It's a good Takeaway option, but if you prefer dining, you might will get frustrated because they…read moreare short of service staff. I had to wait for an hour just to get my order. Food is absolutely good.

Great for takeout. Quick turnaround, friendly staff and the food is tasty…read more Love it for a quick meal.

Absolutely the WORST Lebanese food I have EVER tasted. Save…read moreyour money folks, go somewhere else.

We thought we'd try some chicken shawarma somewhere else other than at MeZza and well we should of…read morestuck with MeZza. The shawarma wrap fell apart while eating it BC of all the juices from the items he put it in. I couldn't even taste the garlic sauce. The tomatoes looked very old and the chicken didn't seem to taste right. Stick to what you know! MeZza for life!

They have many food options for many different pallates, but mainly vegetarian. Their falafal wrap…read moreis the best in the world. They are normally packed with customers and have plenty of seating for solo eaters and plenty for groups too. The restaraunt may not be the biggest but it is cozy, colorful, and inviting. The people serving are always polite and there is never a complaint. It's my favorite place to eat in the city when I visit every time.

Having heard good things about Tarek's, I've had it in my list of places to hit up for a while now,…read morebut only recently stopped by for a late lunch. The location is befitting that of a lunch joint, and I like that they're sticking it to the likes of Subway which is next door in this little strip mall on Robie Street. It's a pretty casual spot with the main counter and open kitchen running the length of the back of the restaurant. Mismatched chairs and tables sit somewhere in the 30s, mostly at two-person tables for the lunch crowd. After surveying the menu above the counter, pictures and prices included, I inquired about the "half and half" plate I had read about online and saw above me. It came highly recommended and came with two proteins, beef and their chicken shawarma. It wasn't cheap for lunch at nearly $14, but the one being made in front of me for someone else looked hefty and well worth so I went with it, grabbing an iced tea from the cooler to have while I waited. With there only being a trickle of other customers at this point, my order was soon called out and I went back up to grab it and upon seeing it knew that my first meal of the day would keep me full for a while. It was loaded with strips of shredded beef and onions, the chicken was surprisingly hunks of meat instead of shaved pieces of meat, curry rice, salad, pita,hummus and tzatziki. The shawarma was a different take than I'm used to but it was definitely good, being tender and moist and with a light flavour from the marinade. The beef wasn't quite as good unfortunately, and although it had great browning and a big garlicky hit, some bits were over cooked and a bit chewy. The salad was like a Lebanese version of a garden salad with big pieces of tomato, cucumber, celery, green pepper, onion, pickled beets and lettuce, with a moderate dose of parsley and a light dressing. Everything was fresh and crispy, even the lettuce for being well out of season, and the dressing added a nice bit of zip to it. While it wasn't ground breaking, the curry rice was a vibrant yellow and had a enjoyable curry flavour, minus the spice typically associated with curried dishes. I really enjoyed the tzatziki, which had a noticeable cucumber flavour to it, which is a refreshing contrast to the blander store-bought versions I'm used to. The hummus wasn't as much up my alley as it wasn't as smooth as I like my hummus to be, but it did carry on the garlic-heavy theme of this place, which I didn't mind. Paying (in cash, as you must) on my way out, I thoroughly enjoyed my meal and found myself wishing that other places in the city had meals like this one.

the Person who took my order was very distracted. She wasnt really listening to me and asked me to…read morerepeat part of the order a few times because she was chatting with a coworker. the food was made to order, in a professional and sanitary fashion. The cashier thought my order was a regular donair because it was so small. she actuallly raised her eyebrows at the size. I had ordered a large I got it home and it was tiny. so small that I had to make myself a sandwich afterwards. The meat was like little tiny hunks of meatloaf. very little taste and the consistency was very strange.the meat was grey as well. my wife's salad was fine. we won't be going back. Not worth the money.

This place has been around for quite a while and their food is good/ made to order and plentiful-…read more I like the donair box and the shawarma plate- I love that you can get 1/2 fries/ rice without an extra charge - I just wish there were no veggies in the rice only cause I don't like peas but that's an easy oversight!

Craving some Middle Eastern food. Ordered Syrian chicken shawarma platter for two A either fattoush…read moreor fries. Opted for the former. Food ready at time expected. Not bad. Not the most spectacular meal I've had but hit the spot/ The portions are quite generous. Will give them another try if in this part of town!

Went here and loved it. Great shawarma and rice. Will gladly go again. Clean pleasant restaurant,…read morefriendly and knowledgeable staff.

EPIC FAIL I used to love the original Rays food, but this…read morelocation has been getting worse & worse. Even when it opened the food was bland, but it keeps going downhill. The food is now completely lacking in distinctive Lebanese flavours, like they've either cut corners everywhere or the owner (nope, not a chef) has the palette of a camel. . I ordered chicken Shwarma, and my friend had chicken kebab. The meat was so dry it was hard - he LITERALLY couldn't get his teeth through it. My chicken was only a bit better - chewable, but bland and grossly overcooked. I took the kebab back to my terrier. Even he had to chew it hard on his back teeth, then he coughed and looked for water. TRUE STORY! The rice & lentils were mostly just rice, with no hint of the signature browned onions. It was served with some other pretty tasteless yellowish rice, so half my plate ended up being boring rice. The almost grey cabbage was too soft and had no added flavour. The potatoes had become soggy victims of the steam table and lost whatever browned taste they might ever have had. The hummus was wet and over processed. It lacked both taste & texture, and neither it nor the garlic sauce seemed to have ever met garlic. There seemed to be no lemon in ANY of it. Even the Tabouleh just tasted like soggy old parsley. My food was $20, and his was $22. We didn't buy the Baklava. The pastry looked stale, and it there wasn't enough honey (or syrup) to keep it tender or hold it all together. Not sure about the nuts, either. They looked pale the (ahem) peanuts-like. Baklava just shouldn't be made like that. I will never go back and was sad for my friend's failed introduction to Lebanese food. May you rest in peace, old Mrs Ray. I'm so sorry your recipes are also as tasteless as the grave.

Ordered via skip. Good food, very flavorful and fresh. I…read morepaid $2 extra to double up the portion for one of the two plates I got and they both looked the same... in the same sized bowls. The one that I doubled up had more tabouli, that was it. Thought that was a bit of a small rip off.. Anyhow $12 for a chicken plate is not bad, will probably order again but just won't upgrade.

Darya's brunch buffet used to be one of the best dining deals in Halifax. It was a genuine standout…read morethat included a generous spread of high-quality Mediterranean dishes, all at a price point that made it feel like a treat without the guilt. We were regulars, and for good reason, sometimes going every week. ...but that's what makes the recent changes so disappointing. The buffet price has jumped from $35 to $42 per person (about a 20% increase) and yet somehow the offerings have gone in the opposite direction. The number of dishes on the buffet has been reduced, and most of the accompanying sauces have been quietly cut back or eliminated altogether. The toum, in particular, used to be a highlight (garlicky, creamy, and addictive) and its absence is genuinely felt. Now, two people are now easily spending $100+ for what is demonstrably less food than before. Since tax and tips are calculated as a percentage of overall spend, you end up paying quite a bit more per person than what you did a few months ago. The food that remains is still good. Darya's kitchen hasn't lost its touch, and the quality of the Mediterranean cooking is evident. And of course, the views are spectacular. But value is about the whole equation, and right now that equation doesn't balance. Paying more for less, especially when the "less" includes things you loved, is a hard sell. We probably won't be back again, at least for a long time . Here's hoping they reconsider and restore what made this special for everyone, locals as well as seasonal tourists, in the first place.

Best Meal of the Trip - Quality Over Quantity Done Right…read more Our brunch at Daryâ was hands-down the best meal of our trip so far. For $35, the brunch buffet is an absolute steal considering the quality of food and the overall experience. While the selection isn't massive, everything they offer is executed flawlessly--and honestly, you don't need 50 options when each dish is this good. The potato latkes were a standout--crispy, flavourful, and probably the best we've ever had. We also treated ourselves to the 12-for-$42 Mimosa Tree, and it was such a fun and tasty addition to the meal. The variety of flavours was impressive, with Cranberry Vanilla, Guava, and Pistachio Pear being the unexpected stars of the lineup. From the elegant atmosphere to the impeccable food and drinks, this place nails brunch. Highly recommend if you're in Halifax and want something elevated without being stuffy.

First time at Roy's, and now I see why my brother keeps coming back. We came for a family dinner…read moreand tried a bit of everything--grape leaves, hummus, garlic-covered fries, falafel balls, roasted eggplant, shawarma with lentil soup, and even haddock fish and chips. Everything was fresh, well-portioned, and full of flavor. The vibe is casual and family-friendly, with Syrian scenery on the walls and a menu that's surprisingly accommodating--vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options across the board, even for dessert. It wasn't crowded on a Sunday night, and the place was clean and calm. Our server was attentive and friendly and knew the menu inside out. Solid portions, fair prices, great for a relaxed gathering. Would definitely come back.

WOW, the best Tabouleh salad and the Half and Half plate was yummy! Definitely going on my list of…read moreregular places to eat. There homemade soups and salads and other items are great too. Can't wait to sample more of the extensive menu.