Middle Eastern Restaurants near East York, ON

“Good quality flavourful and authentic home-style food. Friendly and knowledgeable host was happy to answer our questions about Mediterranean dishes and culture. Great experience overall.“

“Great food and great service!! Nadima and Maria were so nice and provided excellent and very attentive service!! Definitely recommend this place for authentic Arab food!!“

“The best SHAWARMA EVER keep up the good work 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻many thanks 🌺“

“Thank You so much for an amazing evening November 09, 2024 at Old Avenue. The food is amazing, The Service is so attentive and quick. The Atmosphere is welcoming and you can feel the love and care from the owner the chef and the serving young people. Defiantly will go again and again to try more interesting things on the menu.“

“In my opinion, the best shawarma place I’ve ever had. Food is delicious, fresh and is made in front of you. The owner and his workers are really nice and the hospitality is really there. Very convenient too as it is next to my school. Would recommend everyone to try as well as it tastes great and the price is right“

“• Delicious healthy food • Low cost • Great service“

“Best restaurant in area. economical and great menu, super fresh with great service.“

“Delish food for 59 years - will continue to eat there whenever passing by“

“It was our first visit and our family group of 7 very much enjoyed the dinner, which was a culinary adventure and not just a meal.

The server was friendly, fun and knowledgeable and helpfully suggested their “feasts” - this allowed us to try almost everything (except some vegetarian options which I will try next time when not outnumbered be strict carnivores:), and save time deliberating our choices.

All the Salatim were excellent, with some unique flavours - we especially liked the Roast Pepper Muhammara, whipped feta, and Za’aluk. The Brisket, lamb and chicken shawarma were all delicious and the potatoes with halloumi and chili may have been the best we ever had.

Chef Anthony stopped by our table a few times to check in, which was a lovely touch; and generally. the atmosphere in the packed restaurant was great.“

“Delicious Middle Eastern restaurant with a relaxing atmosphere“

“On Saturday, Jan 3rd we celebrated my friends getting married and had dinner at the Queen st location. The food was absolutely delicious and so we're the cocktails. The staff were very attentive and it was just overall an amazing experience. I will definitely be going back soon.“

“Staff was so welcoming even at early morning. They were so happy to accommodate as especially I need to mention the front staff Ebin he took his time to explain everything about their food and he explained everything about Osmow's and their legacy.“

“A clean restaurant, very tasty food, and very respectful to customers“

“Best Experience Highly recommend 💕 Great Ambiance Everyone is super nice“

“Updated review:

Probably one of the best meals you can get on the Danforth strip. The food is exceptionally tasty, fresh, and served with so much love. The shish tawook, and lentil soup are so satisfying in every way.

The photos speak for themselves. Spectacular meal. To the last rice grain.

Ordered grilled chicken meal ( asked for more salad than rice) and a cheese manakish. Both were perfect. I can’t wait to eat here again.“

“hey 👋 grateful service with Roma vibe a taste prechited“

“They serve great food and amazing hospitality.“

“Everything we tried was incredibly fresh, and we could actually watch them baking the bread right in front of us, which added such a nice touch to the experience. The restaurant was spotless and well kept, creating a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. After our meal, they surprised us with complimentary tea, which made us feel truly cared for and added to the overall hospitality. From start to finish, it felt like a place that values both quality and the customer experience, we will come back for sure.“

“This place is great! We were a big group so tried a lot of things on the menu and nothing was short of delicious. Their menu easily accommodates different dietary requirements. The server was very helpful too! We will be coming back here often.“

“Teddy and Nebiat have become such a big part of my weeks when I get takeout from here-seeing their friendly, smiling, warm faces while getting such yummy food brightens my days so much and is such a gift. The food is absolutely delicious and the portions are so generous! Great spot for smiles and comfort food :)“

“Attentive service, delicious food, warm and trendy ambiance.“

“Thank you for a delicious, comforting lunch on a rainy day today! We had the Grilled chicken mandi, Karak chai, and Masoub for dessert, and every bite brought back the authentic Saudi flavors from my childhood. The food was delicious, and the staff ensured exceptional service throughout—so friendly, accommodating, and attentive. Truly an amazing gem of a restaurant. Highly recommend!“

“Great food and service! Would 100000% recommend😍“

“Accidentally hit Winterlicious one week early at this place. We all absolutely love it!
Intimate dining and incredible meals.
I had the oriental beef sausage kosher, we shared the mixed appetizer plate. So delish!
Don’t be afraid to try this exotic menu.“

“One of the best Shawarma store in GTA, love the sauces they use in the shawarma and butterchicken and rice was absolutely amazing and is a must try! Adding to all this the worker who works on weekends Faraz! Is absolutely delightful and provides top notch customer service“

“I had such a great experience at Koochini Shisha Bar! The atmosphere was vibrant, the music set the perfect mood, and the shisha quality was excellent with smooth flavors and great variety.
But what truly made the night special was Reyhaneh’s service. She was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was perfect for us from start to finish. Her positive energy and professionalism really stood out.
Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a fun, relaxing night out — and definitely ask for Reyhaneh!“

“Great little gem of a restaurant… perfect brunch 👌“

“Arbequina was one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had! Chef Moeen is so talented! He went above and beyond for us! The food is unique, flavorful and fresh. Can’t wait to go back!“

“We met up with friends at Tabule because we were very attracted to their menu which had a lot of choices for all of us! We were certainly not disappointed. The service was excellent and the food was delicious. We all enjoyed our choices! Great variety and amazing value for the lunch prix fixe price! Thank you Tabule! xo“

“It’s really delicious halal food. If you are a food lover, pls have a try. Hope you will enjoy.“

“i was very happy here food and service was perfect shisha and service from all server its perfect also ( Mitra Persian girl she is professional ) i have to says thanks manager for choosing good staff“

“I first came to this place more than 15 years ago and it was amazing..a hidden gem.., then it changed owners and they tried to make it more "upscale" but it was just more expensive and quality of the food dropped..it was still "ok" for a change once in a while.. . I have not visited Belle for years now as I moved out of Toronto and then the pandemic and yesterday while in Toronto we decided to order take out .....very very disappointed The prices don't match the quality of the food and when we picked up we just saw a bunch of teens playing videogames not really customer oriented. We had to wait longer for the order and the food was cold. The Lula kebab was burnt, the home fries (that was the signature master piece) were dried up, the chicken was tasteless... Poor quality, poor customer service and expensive. Will not come back or recommend again“

“Great restaurant for chicken shawarma Sandwiches and platters.“

“Staff were very polite, the food was delicious, the atmosphere was really good and the tables were clean. I ordered chicken doner combo, it was ready in 5-10mins. Definitely will come back here again.

French fries were a bit overcooked and were served without sauce, would be better with sauce.

Thanks for service and good prices.“

“Empire has the best falafel in TO hands down“

“Wonderful service and excellent food, cozy booths, music a little too loud.“

“the couple here that runs this spot are so sweet, used to go here all the time when i worked down the street, stil thinking about thie plates here,
good underrated hole in the wall shawarma spot

better than a lot of places in the city“

“Been happily coming here since DAY ONE - 1995!“

“I visited this place yesterday and tried their falafel sandwich — it was so delicious that I came back again today with my friend! This time we ordered both the falafel and the shawarma, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and truly amazing.

I also want to thank the gentleman working there for being so kind and friendly. His warm attitude made the experience even better. And a big thank you to the young guy working with him as well — they both welcomed us with such positive energy and made us feel at home.

If you want great food and great service, this is definitely the place to go. Highly recommended! 💛🌯✨“

“Wonderful time at Mezzatta tonight.“

“Absolutely amazing, very tasty and the service was great. definitely will be back“

“the experience was wonderful . the shawarma was delicious and staff were friendly. thank you guys . see you soon“

“I think it's safe by now to say that everyone has heard of the term that abs are made in the kitchen... I will add something to this by saying that it doesn't have to be in your kitchen at home or by eating bland and boring food! I had the opportunity today to pass by and visit my old friend Johnny at his shawarma restaurant on Kennedy Road not far off the 401... @johnnysshawarma is consistently ranked in the top handful of shawarma restaurants in the city and I can honestly say that I've never had better shawarma anywhere (not even when visiting Israel!)... And that says a lot considering with my middle eastern roots (my Dad was from Egypt) this is one of my favorite foods as it's delicious as it is nutritious especially when given the option to swap out the starchy carbs like the insanely good rice and potatoes with equally amazing salads and dips... Make sure to stop by and grab a bite if you are heading anywhere East of the DVP off the 401 and let them know Andre sent you 💪💪💪“

“Best food place in the world. Recommend the Shish Tawoo but switch something out with fries. Those are THE BEST. The rice is phenomenal too, recommend it a lot. Prices are a bit, but worth it. Service is really nice take out or dine in. You have to at least come here once in your life. The falafels are good too. Please try them for the sake of the restaurant.“

“We went for Shawarma on a cold winter day. The service was warm and welcoming and the food warmed our soul as well. He made sure everyone had the best ingredients customized for them. We look forward to going back! Highly recommended location with easy free parking and other great stores easily accessible in the area.“

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“I know the restaurant since 2010. One of the best I've been visiting not just in Canada but also in the world. for sure, I highly recommend you to try its delicious dishes. Respectful and kind staff, you'd love to talk with.“

“Excellent Experience at Pita Land!
I had a really great experience at Pita Land. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and made just the way I like it. The staff are friendly, hardworking, and always provide quick service, even during busy hours. The restaurant is kept very clean and organized, which makes it a comfortable place to eat. I really appreciate the consistency and quality they maintain — every visit feels the same: welcoming and satisfying. Definitely one of the best places for fresh Mediterranean food!“