Visiting from Los Angeles for work and stopped by Darband for dinner. It tastes great an amazing…read moreportions for the price. Highly recommended.

The restaurant is VERY STRICT with adhering to a TIME LIMIT for seating…read more Signs on the table say: "We request you limit your sit in time to 45 minutes from the time you receive your order on the table." No matter how much food your party orders, no matter how large your party is, you must adhere to this time limit rule. We ordered Koobideh Kebab (ground beef) and chicken leg kebab with rice. It was very well-flavoured with saffron basmati rice and a chargrilled tomato. It was all very delicious. Darband Restaurant has been one our family's preferred places to dine at over the years, especially when we are looking for decent quality Persian cuisine near the Don Mills area.

I was misled by the positive reviews, or maybe I was just unlucky…read more Walked in and decided on the Chicken Doner wrap, and was waiting at the register to order, there 5+ workers looked at me several times, and continued to do there thing, talking to each other and doing whatever. I waved at one and said I was ready to order, and one girl said alright, and continued doing there thing, waited a good 5 minutes for someone to actually take my order... I haven't felt so invisible at a restaurant for a very long time. Anyways - got a combo, and they didn't say anything on where to get a drink, I saw the drink display to the side, so grabbed my can - and one of the workers were like , did you order that? , Um... yes, I ordered a combo, and I'm assuming this is where you grab the drink? - and then she's like oh okay. The wrap itself was okay , however the chicken was a little dry in some bites - fries were unseasoned, so you can figure that out on your own as well. Overall, disaster of an experience - and absolutely will not re-visit on my next Toronto trip.

You know a spot is good when it's packed!…read more Champion Doner looks like an ordinary spot on the outside but inside it's always rocking with long lines. That's because the shaved Turkish döner meats are juicy with flavour coated by a savoury trio of creamy sauces. The meal portions are usually generous yet somehow we end up gulping it all down in no time. The order process is simple but the wait thereafter always builds up the anticipation. Upon being called, head up to pick our choice of healthy salad to cut through the hearty protein. Our picks on rice are usually red cabbage, mixed salad, pickled turnips, hot baby peppers, hummus and cheese over döner meats plus a blend of tangy mango & spicy garlic sauces. The balance of meat and vegetables is perfect whether it's the mixed döner plate of chicken & beef or a couple separate döner boxes for takeout. The only difference is some ladies here give larger portions than others! Despite the messy chaotic restaurant interior and long wait that detract from the meal experience, there's a reason why so many patrons keep packing in here. Skip it or hit it? Without a doubt this is a champion of good Turkish food perfect for meat lovers.

Food: 4 Stars Service: 3 Stars…read moreAmbience: 3 Stars Fill Factor: Stuffed Continuing my quest of trying random places I decided to do takeout from this place. I ordered the chicken shawarma dinner plate and man was it huge. They really pack in the food in those containers so it's perfect for those who are hungry. The chicken was good and all the ingredients in the salad were great as well. The only ingredient that I liked less was the rice that for some reason tastes really bland. The place has some seating if you prefer to dine in otherwise it's a great spot for takeout. Worth a try if you are in the area for some shawarma.

Lately, I've been on a mission to find the best shawarma in the city. After asking around online…read moreand reading a ton of recommendations, Two Brothers kept popping up, so I finally decided to give it a shot--and wow, I wasn't disappointed! First off, the garlic sauce is chef's kiss. Creamy, flavorful, and just the right amount of garlicky goodness. The chicken was juicy and perfectly seasoned (dry chicken is the ultimate dealbreaker for me, so this was a big win). Portion sizes were solid--enough to leave you full but not overstuffed--and everything was packed with flavour. I also treated myself to their in-house baklava, and let me just say, it was phenomenal. Perfectly flaky, not overly sweet, and with that satisfying crunch and sticky syrupy finish that makes baklava so irresistible. Honestly, it's worth a trip just for that. That said, I'll admit my usual order--a chicken shawarma salad--isn't exactly the gold standard for judging a shawarma spot. But even so, they absolutely delivered. Next time, I'm planning to go all-in with a proper plate to get the full experience. The only downside? I wish they were closer to where I live so I could grab their shawarma more often. If you're in the area, don't hesitate to give them a try--you won't regret it! For me, Two Brothers has earned a spot near the top of my shawarma list.

Food is slightly overpriced considering that they require you to tip but only provide partial table…read moreservice. The restaurant itself is pretty spacious but it does get busy during brunch hours on weekends.

Souk Tabule is a great option if you're looking for a healthy-ish breakfast/brunch/lunch meal in…read morethe Distillery/Canary District area! It's unusual to begin a review of a restaurant raving about a side dish, but the dirty rice is definitely the first thing that's worth mentioning. It's so flavourful! This ain't the rice that's added to your plate as an afterthought at your run-of-the-mill shawarma place - it's its own thing! For protein, I've tried both the Beef Shawarma and the Beirut Pulled Chicken. They're both very good, but if I had to choose one, I'd definitely go with the former. That's personal preference though; I don't think you'd be disappointed with either. The restaurant itself is very quaint and spacious. I noticed that a lot of the orders were being picked up for take-out, but I wouldn't hesitate to dine in either. The huge floor-to-ceiling windows will make sure you're getting your sunlight and the decor isn't too shabby either. I recently moved into the neighbourhood and this is one of the first places I tried, and I wasn't disappointed. Recommended!

we went there on a Tuesday evening. They don't allow reservations, and we were lucky to find a six…read morechair table, because they were very busy. They have indoor and outdoor sitting, which they were both equally nice. We sit inside because of the heat. I would suggest them to install fans outside to make it more pleasant for the summer. They brought free salad for everyone which was a very nice gesture. We ordered Shamshiri Special (koobideh + a little bit of chicken), and the portion size was GIGANTIC I think each plate would be enough for two people easily. The food is very tasty, and I have no complaints. I have visited a lot of Iranian restaurants, and have never seen Kabab Torsh on the menu, it's a bit pricey but it is delicious (好吃، خوشمزه). Highly recommend. Will revisit if I have a chance without a doubt

THE BEEF KOOBIDEH KEBABS ARE INCREDIBLE. SO FLAVOURFUL. HUGE PORTION SIZES. SAFFRON BASMATI RICE IS…read moreSO FLUFFY AND LIGHT, I FEEL LIKE I COULD EAT IT ALL. Prices are SO reasonable, and the food is very filling. The seating area is pretty tight, and this place gets really busy, so I'd recommend ordering takeout over dining in. Everyone who works there is very kind! Because the environment is quite small, it can be a bit hectic and crowded inside. I'd recommend the beef over the chicken kebab. This place is a new favourite of mine.

This place is a 10/10 for me. The food is always good every time I've been there. Recently I…read moreordered the chicken mandi with salad and rice, probably one of the many great dishes they offer there. The ambiance is very well laid out, lots of space for small and large gatherings. Customer service is also great. If you're ever in the area, check this place out, you will not be disappointed.

Xawaash is great if you love air conditioning. The restaurant has a lot of space, making it easy to…read morewalk in for dining; it seems like a place where takeout is more popular. You place your order at the front even if you are dining in, and they'll bring the food to your table afterwards. I had a chicken shawarma, a mango lassi, and a couple dessert items. If you like honey barbecue sauce on your shawarma, they do have that here! The food is decent but nothing I would go out of the way to have again or to try.

Fantastically fresh food that's family-friendly…read more Food: Had a couple of dishes to share, starting with the garden salad that was very fresh and cool, perfect for a home summer day yet with a hint of sweetness that made it bright and vibrant. The hummus with mushroom was also very unique, it tasted very earthy and balanced the pita very well, providing some chew and meatiness to the dish. The pide was also very nice and crispy, and you can taste each ingredient separately on the pide yet it all melds together with the fragrant spices combine it all. Service: There was plenty of seating available in the restaurant, and the people were all very friendly. As it was our first time, the server helped provide some recommendations and walked us through some favourites on the menu. Atmosphere: The place was a nice and clean, but nothing spectacular in terms of design. Seats were comfortable enough, although the tables were fairly close together.

I landed at the airport and had to make the drive to North Bay. Before the drive I made a quick…read morestop in in Sofra Istanbul for a late lunch/early dinner. There is construction on 400 so it can be tricky to get here. You might have to go one exit passed Steeles and come back but it's worth it. Because of the time I went , there was only on other person in the dining room. You can see back into the kitchen. I like that be because the dining room usually smells pretty good. The server was from Turkey and he had a bit of an accent which made me think the food would be a little more authentic. On the recommendation of the server I got the Cokertme Kebab. It doesn't quite look like it does in the menu picture but it was really good. The beef strips were well seasoned and tender. The yogurt complimented the beef very well and the chips added good texture. I would definitely recommend giving it a try.

The salad was rotten and there was a yellowish long hair in the salad, the manto was empty and…read morethick, please take care of customers health, camping to previous year the food is awful

We went on a Tuesday, no one was there, I asked if the restaurant is Persian, the cashier lied and…read moresaid yes, but we found out later it was Afghani. We ordered Sultani, she explained its koobideh and lamb pieces, when it came the taste was so bad and it wasn't lamb. They brought us 3 glasses, one of them was dirty and the other 2 had the tag underneath, meaning it was never washed. This is the worst experience, I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. We left the entire food couldn't even eat it, while we already paid for it, as the system is you have to pay before you seat. We had to pay for our food while we were ordering at the cashier. They know people will complain, so they make sure they get paid upfront