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 was actually on my way to another restaurant in the shopping center when I accidentally stumbled…read moreacross Masrawy Egyptian Kitchen. I remember looking over and thinking, "What is this place that's so full of life?" It was bustling with people and had such a great energy. I had never tried Egyptian food before, but I was feeling a little adventurous. I'm really glad I did. A few dishes were recommended, but I was told the Koshari is beloved in Egypt, so that's what I ordered. Be prepared for a bit of a carb coma, but it's absolutely worth it. It was delicious. The mix of pasta, rice, lentils, chickpeas, and crispy fried onions worked surprisingly well together, especially with the sauces they give you. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in Toronto.

My first time at the West Side Bazaar and I am already plotting my return. My original plan was to…read morestick with a familiar type of food but when I saw that Koshary was a traditional Egyptian dish I was intrigued. After reading the ingredients it also sounded decently healthy (mix of rice and pasta, with lentils, a tomato sauce, and crispy onions). I worried it would be boring but it was DELICIOUS! Also extremely filling too (you could probably get 2-3 meals out of it if you wanted to). There is plenty of seating in this food court style place. A great place to meet up with people who maybe want to eat different cuisines. I can't wait to return and try the falafel wrap as well, everything looked great!

Such a fun a delicious surprise!! A very busy husband and…read morewife have opened a very authentic Egyptian eatery. With a very large selection of Egyptian comfort foods to pick from. You can't really pick anything you won't like. And there are loads of vegetarian options. I had to get a bowl of a classic Egyptian dish that is essentially every carb known to man. It's called Koshery. It's macaroni and rice and spaghetti and lentils and chic peas with fried onions and red sauce give or take a few more carbs! It will make your mouth so happy!!! My friend got a yellow lentil and two hard boiled and I think they may have been fried as well eggs. It looked delicious and she said that it was indeed delicious. There were containers of pickles and tomato salad and falafel wraps and Filo dough with a creamy filling. So many other things to pick from on the menu!! So next time you stop at the West Side Bizarre try something different and I think you will be really glad you did!!

The 2 things I would rate most highly is the service and the vibe of the place…read more The waiter who attended to our table was very nice and trained very well to answer and give menu suggestions to help in the ordering process. The owner of the place, Maha, was also extremely pleasant going around tables and chatting with the customers. The restaurant space was a little tight, but it has a lot of character. It gives a very welcoming and homey feel. One minor gripe I have is that the utensils appear to be sealed or covered the wrong way. It was the ends of the spoon and fork that was covered with napkin and not the actual surfaces that come into contact with food. The ends of utensils that actually come in contact with the food and mouth just lie there directly on top of the dining table which is not the most sanitary. As for the food, the food serving size of the meal is great and is usually more than enough for a person. Ordering appetizers on top of the brunch meals will be good for only those that are heavy eaters. For food taste, I personally would rate it as OK to good. It was not bad, but just not something I would personally consider to rank as among my favorite breakfast fare. I enjoyed it more for the novelty of trying something different which is Egyptian food. The food was also a little on the pricey side. We (group of 2) came in at 5 minutes after 10 on a Sunday morning and were lucky enough to find seating (2 tables that can seat 4). When we finished and left at 11AM, there was already a long lineup outside.

came here due to review. prepared myself by 'starving' the night before. lol. else i wont be able…read moreto eat bfast (i dont-eat-bfast-type-of-person). got here 750am on saturd. first one walked in by 8am when they opened. ordered: honey cardammon latte nutella latte lentil soup shrimp po boy basturma scramble overall, it taste HOMEY!! simple and comforting. nth strong or overpowering or greasy. delicious!! the lentip soup is wow (considering im not big fan on non-clear soup). soooooo sooooo good. the attendant suggested us to order it as a side so we have 'room' to eat the main bfast dish. the soup came in a cute cup. saw a review that honey cardammon doesnt have much cardammon taste - but we think it does have cardammon taste....and it's a great balanced flavor overall. my friend is also in agreement about the food here. it's not wow as in 'blow ur mind' (like if u go to upscale michelin)...but it's wow as in comfy homey (culturally) UNIQUE simple but delicious. service is quick , attentive, and warm. cute place. lots of knick knack...like grandma's house type (like in movie/books). we will definitely come back to try other items (and we already know exactly which one to order). lol. cheers!

This was the WORST $50 I spent during the entire 2 Covid years when I was buying take-outs from…read morerestaurants. Karas bills itself as authentic Egyptian food that is entirely charcoal-grilled. I tried 2 dishes: grilled chicken & grilled minced lamb. Both dishes cost me $50 and is worth less than $20! Here's why: 1) the portions were miserly! For a $30 plate (with tax), take a look at the photo - 4 tiny balls of minced lamb sitting morosely on the plate. 8 bites in total! 2) the meats were as dry as OLD SHOES! Charcoal grilling is an art form. The lamb, which was supposedly wrapped in lamb fat, should have been succulent and juicy. Instead, as the 2nd photo shows, it was burnt and very, very dry. 3) the chicken was no better. Dry to the point of being stringy and chewy. It was supposed to be dark meat (leg), but it was so dry I couldn't even tell if it was dark or white meat. 4) For this miserable dinner, I waited a full 28 minutes - when I was there at 4pm and I was the only 1 of 2 customers. Unacceptable! This was a real disappointment, and a total let down, because Karas shawarma (by the same Owner) was actually quite decent, which was why I decided to try their restaurant location. My verdict: Eat at Karas shawarma, when they have their 2 wraps for $20 promo on Mondays. That's worth eating for that price. But Karas Restaurant most definitely is NOT worth eating at - at this price point & for such bad quality!

Spectacular! The food and fresh juices were absolutely delicious and I will definitely be coming…read moreback for more. Had my birthday celebration here with my family and the owners and staff treated all of us as if we were family. I will be recommending this place to my other family members and friends! I appreciate the amazing food and service!

The baklava is really good. I never really liked baklava because I thought it was meant to be…read moresoggy, based on what I've tried before, but this one was really flaky and crispy. The Egyptian rice + garlic sauce are great.

I brought my father to Almadina for his birthday. I couldn't have chosen a better place to…read morecelebrate him. Katia was the absolute best, best, best server I've ever had (and all my closest friends are in the service industry!)!!! She celebrated my father like she was part of our family -- with the most genuine kindness and warmth. As though the hospitality wasn't enough, the food matched the feeling. It was so fresh, flavorful, and plentiful! I'm not a big foodie, but I savoured every bite. My father said it was the best birthday meal he'd ever had. Life is so short; time with my sweet father these days are treasured. His birthday lunch at Almadina will be a cherished memory for the rest of my life.

First time trying Papyrus. The service was great and the food was delicious. We had BIG EYE and…read moreover ordered but it was all worth it. There were 3 of us for dinner. We ordered a Sharing Meal for 2, plus a Mixed Hawawshi Plate, 3 desserts and 2 drinks. We ended up having to take some of the food home as there was no way we could finish everything. Our favourite items were: the Dokka, Hummus, Cucumber Pickles & Bissara, the Koshari, the Tameya, and the Bassbousa. Can't wait to go back again.

This was mine and my husband's first time eating Egyptian and we were so happy we did. The food was…read moredelicious. We opted for the family style taste of everything. There wasn't one dish we didn't love and it was even better that everything was vegetarian. We would absolutely come back here. What a great experience.

This place is a hidden gem on 90 Wellington Street it's in a place in Hamilton…read more TBone Steak was prepared to perfection where every morsel literally melted in the mouth. The food is infused with Charcoal and has a smoky taste to it. The young man working there was kind enough to explain the menu as he introduced me to 'Mandi' cuisine. I also got half a chicken and it was very good. The sella basmati rice was prepared to perfection. Everything was perfect from a 'takeout' point of view. My reviews are mostly based on the taste and presentation of food. I never criticize a place by its looks. Sometimes the place attracts a certain type of audience and I domt judge! The Tomatoes Chutni reminded me of my dad cause its definitely a secret receipe Loved the chutney it's very spicy so be careful.

I go here all the time with my bestie. This is our lunch spot. We love the food. The service is a…read morehit of miss sometimes. The shop is small but cozy especially on thoes cold days. We love getting the koshary, Molokhia and the Hawawshi but try something new on the menu all the time. Really good Egyptian food.

Falafel pita. 3/5. It was a bit too "herby" tasting for me but consistency was good. The salad was…read morefresh and Tasty and fries nice and crispy. Overall deal 5/5. Huge portion for $14 combo. I'm looking forward to trying other items including the kosheri! Interestingly they also sell chicken wings. Very good vegetarian options. The small orders menu (eg combos) is not on their website but only in store and on Uber eats.

Maro's is awesome!!!!!…read more I could not recommend this place enough. I went with a party of 5 and the service was great. They were very attentive to making sure we had a great time and enough sauces. I think a tale tale sign of a good restaurant is when they warn you that you're getting too much food, and Maro's did. We didn't care though bc we needed to try as much as possible. My friend had previously gone and they gave her a free salad, so once again bomb service. The food was amazingggggggggg. I'm salivating thinking about it. All of their dips (garlic mayo, hot sauce, humus) literally bussed down in my mouth. The eggplant and artichokes literally took me to heaven. They were so carmelized but once you hit into them, they melted away. I floated away to another dimension with them. Everything we got was amazing and my group was so gluttonous and I don't even care. We also got drinks and they were all amazing. Anyways I would travel back to Canada just for this and buss down once again.

Very loud and crowded. Took my niece there. Ordered a main and still hungry my niece wanted to…read moretry an appetizer to split. They did not come to check on us or ask us if everything was ok....they just brought the bill. Will not return.