The food is genuinely good and very tasty. I've always enjoyed the flavors, and that's what kept me…read morecoming back for a while. My main issue was the portion size of the meat and chicken. Considering the prices, I felt the amount you received was too small. I don't mind paying more for quality food, but when you're spending a decent amount of money, you expect a more reasonable portion of the main protein. The service was also hit-or-miss. Sometimes it was fine, and other times it left a lot to be desired. Between the inconsistent service and the small portions, we eventually stopped going there. I know I'm not the only one who felt this way, as I've heard similar complaints from others regarding the portion sizes. That said, I want to be fair and mention that I haven't ordered from them in the past two years, so things may have changed since my last visit. The food itself was always flavorful, and I hope they've addressed some of these concerns because the quality of the food was never the issue.

Came here a few times for early dinner a few times and enjoyed it both times…read more I ordered the small chicken madhi plate, which is very filling. We didn't have to wait long before the food was served. The chicken came off the bone so easily, and it was nicely seasoned as well. The dish came on a large bed of rice and a delicious lentil soup, along with dipping sauce. The price was pretty affordable given the size as well. The place was brightly lit and there was lots of space each time I went. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area.

Thank you Reyan Restaurant!!!! You are awesome!!! In my last update, I complained about a few…read moredisappointing experiences with the shawarma wrap, but I gave them a couple more tries in the last few months, and I am pleased to say: they were delicious and without eewwy bits. (I only found one small piece of fat, which I'm letting go as an oversight). Keep it up Reyan!!!! When I eat the lamb here, I always wonder why I am one of the lucky Canadians who knows about this place. One of my latest tries, which I highly recommend, is the Whole Chicken Roast with Potatoes. Yummy!!! The chicken is so tender, it falls off the bone, and it's very flavourful. However, it needs longer to cook, so call an hour ahead whether you want take-out or dine-in.

My brother had read an article about this place several months back and we were both intrigued and…read moreexcited to try authentic Syrian cuisine. (Turns out it's very similar to most Middle Eastern food.) I decided to order the Chicken Shawarma, even though the displayed menu is a little confusing in terms of finding things. Anyway, I placed my order and was told to have a seat by the owner. A little while later, I was asked what I wanted in my shawarma (everything, obviously) and the finished wrap was then placed in a press for several minutes. When I received it, it was piping hot (always a good sign). The wrap had been rendered almost flat by the press and the exterior was crispy without being burnt or hard. Honestly, this was delicious. One of the best chicken shawarmas I've had in a while. My only complaint would be the relative sparseness of the chicken; the chicken pieces were so good I was desperate for more.

Food quality and taste exceeded my expectations. Service was…read moregood, if a bit slow. Once our order was taken, the food came out quickly. We had to get someone's attention to pay the bill. Ambiance was cozy and comfortable. Now, on to the food. Fattoush salad was really good. The dressing had the perfect tang, and all the ingredients were FRESH. Meats were beautifully cooked. Juicy and tender. The biggest surprise was the watermelon juice. I didn't expect it to be a slushie! The weather today was kind of warm, so it was a welcome refreshment.

I Uber Eats my order and it come fast and everything is fresh and hot and so good and free bread so…read morehot so it's great to Order for gathering or visit the restaurant too

The BEST mandi in the city. The JUICIEST meat you'll eat…read more I've never actually been to the restaurant itself to enjoy a meal (I went once and it was closed) BUT, this is the place we are ALWAYS catering from for any family events or special occasions. The owner is super friendly. The food is 100% fresh, hot, tasty. The meat specifically is cooked to perfection and so juicy. Recently, we also ordered their chicken and that was a hit, but for me personally I would prefer to always go with the lamb mandi as it's the best one I've had.

What is it with "Yemeni" Mandi and bland rice? Every Mandi…read morerestaurant I have been to who labels their Mandi "Yemeni" has had tasteless rice. Lamb Mandi: The Lamb was cooked very well with Bone Marrow still intact and Meat very juicy and tender, however, the rice was just normal rice *not* cooked with the meat so it had no essence of it. Chicken Mandi: This was tasteless throughout, chicken was tender and juicy, however was pretty tasteless and the rice was the same as Lamb rice. Service: Two cute little girls take your order, Parents are in the back making food for you. Doesn't get any more "family" than this. So thats a big plus. Again, if I am looking for good flavourful Mandi, i would probably walk down the road to Al mandi.

From the kind and efficient service, to the lively ambiance, to the delicious dishes served, Mandi…read moreAfandi is the all in one package. I tried their Chicken Mandi and Mansaf, both of which were packed with flavour! We were also there during Ramadan, and they kindly offered dates, samosas, and water to break our fast. Will definitely come here again!

Idk if we went to this exact location last time but this was a horrible experience. The girl at the…read moreregister was so rude and lazy. The place was dirty. We ordered haneeth, idk what they gave us but it was not haneeth. Had a weird aftertaste. Was microwaved for sure. Lentil soup was so bitter. The salad was ginormous chunks of veggies w huge pieces of onion in a tiny little bowl and they want you to mix it w the dressing. We ordered areeka and they took forever so we just asked for it to go and the lady gave us a hard time about it. Then it didn't even have honey and it wasn't good. Do not recommend.

Jerusalem is located on Leslie and Nymark, in the Nymark plaza…read more Decided to try their Maza plate this time as it was a special BOGO. Interior seemed clean. They were preparing for the dinner that night. Food was ready in a timely manner. The baba ghanouj was my favorite then the hummus and then the tahini. The tabule salad is very fresh and parsley forward. The vegetables and pickled items were all quite fresh. The 3 falafel balls came out hot and crispy, moist and flavor inside. Comes with side of pita. Definitely recommend this restaurant.

This family-owned restaurant in Toronto Ontario Canada offers Middle Eastern and Mediterranean…read morebuffet food. We were there on a Friday night so the all-you-can-eat buffet was $42.95 which included many choices of breads, appetizers, salads, entrees and desserts. A belly dancer was the entertainment for the evening. We sat at a booth with a good view of the music and show, also easy access to the buffet. Our server was very friendly and efficient. We had a fun evening.

Found myself at Sahara Express Shawarma & Grill on Dundas late at night, craving something hearty…read moreand warm. Most places had already shut down, but this one had its lights on, so I stopped by. They were minutes from closing, but the guy at the counter welcomed me in. I asked about Shawarma, but he said they were out--then promised to make something "better" that I hadn't tried before. Bold claim, but I was short on options and decided to roll with it. What he made was something he called Chicken Tawouk in a Saj wrap--juicy grilled chicken chunks off the skewer, tossed with sauces and fresh veggies, all wrapped in thin, soft Saj bread. It wasn't just the food, it was watching him assemble it--every step looked intentional and full of confidence. I took it to go, and by the first bite I knew I got lucky. The chicken was grilled just right--smoky, juicy, and full of flavour. The sauces weren't overdone, just the right amount to bind everything without masking the ingredients. It's the kind of wrap that you remember after it's done. I didn't expect a last-minute visit to turn into a food memory I'd actually want to come back for, but here we are. Next time, I'm eating in and trying more from the menu. Late-night gems like this are rare.

Great night about Latin music, very funny entrance and good ideas to decorate the restaurant,…read more Latin is a huge part of us and feel like home.

Fantastic Lebanese fusion style food…read more Every dish was fantastic with many mixes of items. Even the vegetarian items were extremely flavorful. Loved the chicken and the beef kabobs Nice weather? Sit outside Extremely nice staff..... owner let me swear in Lebanese and the staff lost it Would definitely come back Highly recommended

Have been coming to Maro's for a year now. My first experience was AMAZING, with owner Maro's…read morehimself at the door ushering guests in and directing the traffic flow. Recent visits, I have found they refurnished the space -- it's now much darker, and several smaller tables fill the space now, whereas before, it was filled with long tables and you would be seated beside strangers for your meal. It had a different, lighter and more communal vibe before. Also on recent visits, the staff server are a lot younger -- still warm and welcoming, but with less urgency. So getting assistance takes longer. Although this makes for a nice slow meal, if that's what you're looking for! The food however, is still A+! It's the reason I keep coming back again and again. And why when friends come to visit, Maro's is always in the Top 3 places to try in Halton. They consistently serve up fantastic Lebanese food. If you're dining with a vegetarian -- they will be THRILLED with the options here! I daresay they lead with vegetables here. No one will be disappointed with vegetarian option here -- even the meat eaters. Be sure to check out their drink menu as well. Their cocktails -- and mocktails -- are great. Parking outside is all paid parallel street parking, since it's downtown Oakville. But if you visit on Sundays -- parking is free!

I came here when they first open. The menu has changed…read more We had chicken apricot and lamb shank Service is good. Food is good but it's not as good as I remember 3 stars 4 stars service

Stopped by for an impromptu dinner shortly after a comedy show. It was around 7pm and the…read morerestaurant was pretty full. We managed to snag the last available table for the evening as I saw other patrons attempt to dine in and were told the wait is long. I used to work in the area and would constantly walk by the two restaurants but given my timings, they were always closed. Pomegranate had been on my bucket list for a very long time. Luckily I managed to do just that and the experience was very pleasant. Both the food and the service were excellent. I had the lamb shank, which melted off the bone from tenderness, accompanied by an aromatic rice and salad. Also ordered Fesenjaan, which was incredibly tasty! They had a limited menu available on the day that we went. I will for sure return just for the Fesenjaan. It's flavour profile was out of this world. The restaurant is nicely decorated too. You can tell it's a busy and popular spot. Highly recommend reserving in advance.

Great freshly made food on site , choice of ingredients and special of the day! Friendly service.read more

Terrible quality meat and portion is so bad. The menu says saj bread but they use tortillas and…read moreonly have tortillas there. Also my stomach was super upset after eating this so theres a clear hygiene issue too. On top of the bad food the service was so bad. One guy working one dude just watching him. But the one guy whos working was just talking to his friend who was sitting at a table while he made our food. Save your money and health.