Had lunch with coworkers…read more I had Kaftan Be Tahini. The food was delicious and filling. Flavors mixed well and did not overpowering. Service seems relatively quick though the drinks took some time to came out after the meal.

Nice restaurant, well decorated, good food (highly recommend the Sitty Salad, even thou it doesn't…read moretaste like anything Palestinian I'm familiar to, but it's really good!) There's a cute little Palestinian goodies setup, (you can purchase serve ware, magnets, bookmarks etc) The service is slow, even thou it wasn't busy, I'd plan ahead next time.

Like many others, I found Sumaq through TikTok and had to see what the hype was about. I came with…read moretwo teenage boys and we ordered the larger shawarma. I got the thinner wrap while they got the thicker one. Both tasted pretty much the same, although the thicker wrap had a little more chew. I got mine with the works, but I don't think the pomegranate sauce was included because I couldn't taste it. I ordered extra on the side and really enjoyed it. It adds a nice twist to the garlic sauce. I also recommend asking for extra crispy if you like more crunch in your shawarma. I think I'd skip the coleslaw next time as it felt like a little too much with everything else. The boys kept theirs simple with chicken and fries and both said it was the best shawarma they'd had, so they were definitely impressed. This location was extremely busy when I visited. There are two sides with separate entrances, one for the dining area and another for counter service. I was on the counter service side, and finding a table was definitely a challenge with people waiting for seats to open up. Overall, solid shawarma and I can see why it's getting so much attention.

Food was so delicious. Different kind of flavors compared…read moreto other Mediterranean dishes. We all love it. We got the chicken arabi tray. Portion size was really big. I am definitely coming back to try other dishes. Friendly customer service. Beautiful setting inside for dine in. As soon as we walked in, there was a huge line outside. We got lucky. It was Saturday noon. Free parking outside the building.

I tried their grilled meats and appetizers like muttabal back when they were at their original…read morelocation in the Ridgeway Plaza some years back and the food was good. Then they closed up shop and turned into a catering service and more recently reopened their restaurant elsewhere. The new location is tiny. Decor is nice. Service needs work. Some servers have limited knowledge of their menu. Others are more on top of things and that was appreciated. Dishes don't allow for substitutions. For example, ordered shish tawouk (chicken skewers) with fries and received a boatload of fries and a minimal amount of chicken. I found it strange lol.. the fries were good but the cost of the plate makes no sense. There were maybe 6-7 pieces of chicken on the plate. At least they were tasty.. I made sure to request them moist. It would be ideal to pair protein with carbs and another side.. like a small salad.. just to counter the amount of carbs consumed. I ordered muttabal on the side and with it came two piping hot pita breads. They give you toum (garlic sauce) and pickles as well. The company I had dinner with each ordered specific dishes, like stuffed intestines (my facial expressions spoke for themselves, haha) and Sayadiyeh (a fish dish) where they fry their fish atop of a bed of rice. The latter differs from what I'm used to but the portions are huge for both dishes. The stuffed intestines were a delicacy for the person eating them and they seemed to enjoy their food. Another individual ordered minced meat skewers, recieved two of them and a TON of rice. Would return to try other dishes. Since I was invited for a meal, didn't want to cost the host too much. I was tempted to order their appetizer plate and a couple of other items.. so next time, for sure.

I'm honestly sad to say that my last visit, about 10 days ago, was completely different from my…read morefirst two visits. I know this is a different location, but it has the same name and menu, so I expected a similar experience. Unfortunately, it was very disappointing. As someone with celiac disease, I asked if the Fattah could be made without bread. At first, I was told no. Then the owner came over and explained that the dish is normally made with bread. I told her I understood that, but because I have celiac disease, I was simply asking if it could be prepared without it. In the end, they did make it for me without the bread, which I appreciated. However, the interaction felt uncomfortable, and I felt like I was being lectured rather than helped. The biggest frustration was the tea. As Middle Eastern people, tea is an essential part of breakfast and is usually enjoyed throughout the meal. The owner is Syrian, so I was honestly surprised by the policy. The only way to get a kettle of tea was through a breakfast special, and it only provided about four cups. There were four of us at the table, so when we asked for more hot water or a refill, we were told no and that we would need to purchase individual cups of tea instead. It felt disappointing and not very hospitable, especially considering how important tea is in our culture and breakfast traditions. I also want to say that none of this was the waiter's fault. In fact, I felt bad for him because he seemed to be taking the heat from multiple customers who were frustrated with the policies. At one point, I even turned to another table and told them to go easy on him because he was clearly not the one making these decisions. What made me even more uncomfortable was seeing the owner correct him in front of customers. He was using his phone to check ingredients and see whether the falafel contained gluten so he could answer my question correctly. The owner asked him why he was on his phone, and when he explained what he was doing, she told him he should already know the answer without looking it up. I appreciate that he was trying to verify information for a customer with dietary restrictions, and I don't think staff should be criticized in front of customers for doing that. The food itself was average. Several dishes seemed to be lacking salt, and I wasn't the only customer who noticed issues. During our visit, I heard other customers expressing frustration about the service, the tea policy, and the overall attitude. I had such a positive experience at the other location that this visit was genuinely disappointing. While I appreciate that they ultimately accommodated my dietary needs, the service and overall atmosphere were not what I expected, and unfortunately, I wouldn't return to this location.

It's more like a 3.5. Food is outstanding but service was slow. We went on a weekend Saturday…read morenight. The place was busy. The lineups were long, but moving. We ordered a mixed grill, chicken Shawarma, and grilled chicken dinner. Every entree was flavorful and the portion size was generous. The taste was a 10/10. The only issue was their slow service. The dine in experience comes with free lentil soup as a starter but we were never served as an appetizer they told us the bowls were in the dishwasher. The food was served and in the middle of the meal they served us the soup. Everything seemed haphazard. I did use their bathroom and they did not have toilet paper. Overall all the food was fantastic I really hope they can improve their service.

We had come here on a Thursday afternoon at around 12:00 pm for lunch. When we had arrived, we had…read morewalked to the front counter however, we were told to choose a seat to sit in since we were dining in. We were then brought two menus, and asked to choose our items. I had settled on the kabab wrap, while my mother chose the beef and lamb wrap. While we were waiting for our meals to arrive, we were offered a bowl of lentil soup, which was complimentary. We enjoyed how delicious the soup was, and that it was free. After we had eaten the lentil soup, we were given a large piece of complimentary pita bread, which we had eaten on its own. We were then waiting patiently for our wraps, which arrived about ten minutes after finishing the pita bread. However, my wrap had arrived with onions in it, which I had asked not to be included. I had told the waitress, whom quickly brought it back to be fixed. I then received the correct wrap about five minutes later however, it didn't have any sauce on it. The waitress then brought the sauce in a small container, which I was able to put on my wrap on my own. The wraps were delicious, with an abundance of meat and vegetables to fill it up. We also loved the dipping sauces that accompanied the wraps. However, the waitress seemed a bit confused when we had asked certain questions, as the restaurant had people coming in and out at all times. Overall, I would certainly return to this restaurant, as the food was well-made and appetizing.

I came across this restaurant's IG page many months ago. I loved their skits and the food content…read morethey posted. Fast forward in May I met up with my cousin who lives in Toronto when I went to Egypt and I asked if she been to Masrawi cuz I love their content lol. She said she not only has been there but knows the folks who own and work there. So when I planned to surprise my cousins and visit them in Toronto, not only did they take me here but also introduce me to Mo. haha I felt starstruck but also so honored to meet him and try the food. It is amazing so nice I ordered it twice! Thanks to Wiwa and Maya for taking me here it was amazing. I keep it simple my fav dish is tamiya, but we had the whole Shabang, mashawy, hawashi, koshari, everything you can think of. Thank you for not only serving this delicious food but making it a great experience. Ps we also went to the local for drinks after, the vibe was dope.

This spot serves really solid Egyptian food that tastes like it came straight out of someone's home…read morekitchen. I tried a variety of the meats and they were cooked to perfection--tender, flavorful, and well balanced with just the right spices and sauces. Nothing was dry, which made every bite enjoyable. Even though it was busy, the service was quick and very welcoming. The restaurant itself is spotless and clearly well maintained. They also offer traditional desserts like Om Ali, knefe, and rice pudding. If you want a more relaxed café vibe afterward, there's a café in the same parking lot run by the same owners with very comfortable seating and even a prayer room. Overall, a wonderful experience that definitely did not disappoint. I'll absolutely be back.

I would give this place a 4.5. East Tea Can is a Middle-Eastern restaurant with a classy and…read moreelegant ambience combined with amazing food. You can see them making bread from the glass windows overlooking the kitchen and smell the aroma of grilled meat, so it has that homey, authentic feel. We've dined here before and have always enjoyed it. We usually sit indoors, but this time around we got seated outside on the patio since it was quite busy. Aside from the wasp buzzing around our table, we were fine with this. The service here is great. The servers are attentive and they are quick to deliver food. My boyfriend and I ordered the Mixed Grill Platter, the Beef Tikka, and the Legendary Hummus + Brisket. The hummus was a showstopper. Combined with the brisket, it was really delicious. I love how generous they were with the bread quantities. The mixed grill was amazing as always. The meat is always perfectly cooked. This was our first time with the beef tikka and we enjoyed it as well. We had ordered two servings of the fries and noticed that they didn't have Zaatar seasoning like they usually do. I thought they had run out but when I asked our server, she said that they didn't add the seasoning to the fries anymore which is a little disappointing. If i had known ahead of time, I would've asked to substitute for rice instead. All in all, you can't go wrong with this place. They always know how to cook their meat perfectly, and they have great side dishes to go with your mains. I highly recommend their mixed grill, though I've tried their other mains and were also quite pleased with all of them (particularly the Cordon Bleu and the Beef Tagine).

As always... the food here is outstanding and the standard has been maintained ever since it opened…read more The staff is extremely professional and affable So what did we try? The legendary hummus Makdoos Zaatar Mana'eesh Red Spicy sheesh tawook And finished all of the above with: Kunafa PS: Don't take the table right at back at the far right end next to the emergency exit ... not because of the exit but because it's one crazy table and not recommended for those who suffer from sea sickness ... yes the team there have tried to fix it but the table always seems to get its own sway As always I will be back

Worst Service at Moods introduced us to this hidden GEM! We…read morewere kicked out from moods for not ordering enough food and we were looking for a Sheesha place to go to in the area, came across this on yelp and I have never been to a better sheesha place! I had two friends with me who have lived in middle east and know their sheesha, they said their sheeshas are really high quality (even though it was the cheapest around). We also ordered Fries, Mango shake and a brownie, wasn't really expecting it to be good but just something to eat. However, Fries were AMAZING (with best garlic sauce), Mango shake looked really fancy and tasted pretty good and brownie wasn't bad either. The service, while a little on the slow side, was caring. Some things that were a little off: Place was very busy on a saturday night so environment got a little cramped. Lack of women customers, there was no other table other than ours which had a female presence. However, there was a female server, and at no point did we feel uncomfortable or encountered any creepy activity. So while there weren't a lot of a women, i think it's still safe for women to go there.

Wow. Last night a group of us decided to venture to the Mississauga/Oakville border just off of…read moreDundas near the 403 for some after dinner shisha, and boy was it ever worth the trip. Al-Omda is tucked away in an industrial plaza so you'll need to keep an eye open or you may miss it. I'll start by saying, top to bottom, this is far and away, the best Hookah Lounge around. In fact the experience overall was so good that I plan to lower all my previous hookah lounge reviews down a star now that I know how good it can be. To start each of us ordered out own hookah pipe with unique flavours - I've never done this before as to me Hookah/shisha was always a shared thing amongst friends, but now that I've done it this way, I'll never share again.. EVER. One of the guys in our group went for a special shisha which came with Pineapple and Coconut as well as a ice chamber around the base to cool his smoke. I was instantly jealous of this and asked if there was anything that could be done to cool my smoke... absolutely. they quickly went to the back and swapped out my hose for one with a frozen head (that resembled some sort of missile) that instantly changed the quality of my shisha experience by 1000%. The service for the shisha is unmatched, compared to anywhere I have been before. not only did numerous servers stop by to check on us, but both owner, manager and chef from the kitchen. They really take customer service to the next level! In fact this was the first and only time that when the smoke got too harsh that a lounge employee actually serviced my hookah by removing the bowl, blowing backwards into it to clear the impurities before lightly rapping the bowl to move the cooked and uncooked shisha around. The minute he put it back down it was like a brand new bowl. Incredible. Having already eaten I only briefly looked over their menu and noticed that their selection of (halal friendly) sandwiches which ranged from a Chicken Zinger to a Philly cheesesteak ranged in price from $5-10. While not ordering food I did have a mint tea which I learned was made from the authentic Lipton tea bags from Egypt (those who know the difference will understand what this means in terms of flavour and strength). The tea came in a massive mug and garnished with fresh mint leaves. It was fantastic with no chalky aftertaste. Eventually we did get a little peckish and ended up ordering some sharable dessert items which were unbelievable! The first, and excuse my ignorance for not getting the name right, was phonetically called Konafa. This was sort of like a middle eastern dessert pizza made with cheese, pistachios and an assortment of sweet toppings that were, in short, a delight to put in my mouth! Following the dessert cheese pizza we got to try traditional warmed rice pudding, which was amazing as well. I really enjoyed the pistachios and cinnamon on top! Yum!! One of the best things about this place was the prices. For the shisha and tea it was only $12 and change all in, I was shocked! This place might be a tad hidden and out of the way for some, but those who can get here are lucky, this is an example of a true hidden gem in the 905. But don't tell too many of your friends because it's already super busy, my suggestion is to call ahead and book a table when you're thinking of heading over for a few games of dominos, PS4, board game and a shisha!

The first time I had this, it was probably the best I've ever had. I've had it twice since then and…read moreto be honest, the rice and everything else was dry and not that good. I got the lamb and beef one, it was good but not great. I still would probably take a chance here than with some other places around here. Watan has WAY better rice.

My family ordered from Shawarma Avenue a few weeks ago. Everything was absolutely delicious. We…read moreloved the sauces and all of the Shawarmas were amazing! The lamb saj wrap was unbelievable. Super tasty. And the shish tawouk was a huge hit. We'll definitely order from Shawarma Avenue again.

The Mix Lamb & Chicken Mandi at Monasaba was absolutely delicious! The chicken and lamb were so…read moretender and juicy, perfectly roasted and full of flavour. The aromatic basmati rice paired beautifully with the meat. The tomato chili sauce was delicious and added the perfect kick. The fried onions, almonds, and raisins on top added a wonderful mix of savoury, sweet, and crunchy flavours. They also served a complimentary lentil soup, which was really yummy and a nice touch to start the meal. Generous portions, great flavours, and excellent overall experience. Definitely a must-try -- I'll be coming back!

This is some of the best mandi I have had in the GTA!…read more I came here for iftar and while the wait was quite long, my party of 5 was accommodated as soon as a table opened up. We were greeted with a lovely lentil soup, which was rich and perfectly seasoned. Next came the sambusa, which was filled with delicious ground beef. The star of the evening was the mandi, which had juicy and tender meat, fluffy seasoned rice, and sweet and savoury toppings that complimented the dish so well. The lively ambiance and beautifully decorated interior were just the icing on the cake.

The restaurant is surrounded by plenty of other restaurants in this busy plaza. Park further off to…read moreget a spot. Once you enter, you feel the warmth and being transported to another culture due to its dynamic decor. We sat beside two green plants which was nice. The service was alright. But I felt that it's awkward when they don't offer the simple complimentary water. The lentil soup came hot and it warmed my soul. It was delicious. I could have another bowl. The fattoush salad had a nice light sour vinaigrette which was pleasantly a surprise. The bowl is hard pita bread that one can eat. The beef manakeesh was a disappointment as the dough was not chewy at all. Once it got cold, the dough got mushy. The presentation could have been improved. My partner had the tikka beef cubes and he enjoyed it but found it a bit plain. He commented that there was too much onions, and not enough beef to his liking. Overall, the atmosphere was great and the lentil soup was yummy, but for the price range, I would try somewhere else. Hint- it's a comment thing to serve water.

Shako Mako is a delightful and delicious experience from start to finish!…read more We visited Shako Mako on a quiet (and very snowy!) winter evening, and we came hungry and ready to eat after escaping the snow and cold. We were greeted warmly and seated quickly, and my eyes were probably bigger than my stomach on this evening, since I wanted to order half the menu for our party of four, but we eventually narrowed it down to the Mixed Appetizer Plate, Fattoush Salad, Beef Manakish, Traditional Dolma Platter, Falafel Platter, and the Family Plate. Also ordered a Lemon Mint Juice at the recommendation of staff. (Great recommendation, btw!) Wow, is all I need to say. The food and drink came quickly and we scrambled to find room for all of the plates that were showing up out of the kitchen; very large plates filled to the edges with delicious looking food. Digging in, I was impressed at how well cooked and seasoned all of the dishes were. I almost stole the entire M'Tabbal (part of the Mixed Appetizer Plate!) for myself, I think I ate extra portions of the Kabab Tawa without asking, and I found myself wanting to keep eating even though my stomach had raised the white flag. That Family Plate was also far larger than we had expected, and so we had plenty to take home. Overall, one of my favourite meals that I've had in recent memory, and I'm already itching to go back. Thank you so much, Shako Mako!