Middle Eastern Restaurants near Thornhill, ON

“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!“

“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“

“This place is great. Been going here more years than I can count. The service, the food, the portions, the price -- it's been consistently good. I wouldn't pay attention to the low reviews because that hasn't been my experience, and it hasn't been the experience of anyone I know who comes here. Was literally here earlier in the week. The service is always great. The food quality is consistent, and consistently great. And the portions are always generous. There's a reason it's still around. And the hummus! The pita! People come from all over the city to get it. (Totally worth it)

Caveat: this is not a fancy, high attitude dining establishment. But it's comfortable, it's laid back, and the food ... I did say it was delicious right?“

“Amazing food. Best Laffa and kebab“

“האוכל טרי וטעים המנות גדולות השרות אדיב ויעיל המקום נקי ומזמין The food is fresh and delicious The portions are large The service is courteous and efficient The place is clean and inviting“

“We had a company holiday dinner at Ba-Li Laffa yesterday evening. It was amazing all around. I ate more food than normal, the service was the bestl and the atmosphere was so uplifting! Best night and dinner!! Thank you Ba-Li Laffa.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Unbelievable! You won’t be disappointed“

“Great experience at Pita Land! Harsh provided outstanding service—friendly, welcoming, and very personable. He took the time to make great recommendations, which made the visit even better. You can tell he genuinely cares about customer experience. Highly recommend stopping by!“

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

“Amazing food and amazing service! Second time I've been here and I will definitely be going back. We were a group of 4 and ordered the sharing feast for 4 and it could've easily fed 6. Generous portions and delicious food. The restaurant is a little small and feels a bit crammed but other than that, it's amazing!“

“Love this place. The lady who made our order was lovely! The lamb skewers were delicious. The salad and rice were well-seasoned. The hummus was so refreshing, and the garlic sauce was creamy and well balanced. Can't wait to go back again!“

“I happened to pass by this place and decided to grab some takeout for a friend. He’s a chef, and even he said it was absolutely delicious!

It was also my first time trying savory barley soup, and it was amazing ,I’ve only ever had the sweet version before. The owner’s Kabab style is really unique and full of flavor. Everything was so delicious, and I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“They serve great food and amazing hospitality.“

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

“I go to Pita Land quite often and every time I visit I receive excellent customer service. The staff are always friendly and welcoming. One of the workers, Arsi, is especially great and always provides outstanding service. The quality of the food is always the best and everything tastes fresh every time. Honestly, I wouldn’t choose any other shawarma spot over Pita Land. Highly recommend.“

“Shawarma lover here, I’ve had the most viral in the city and this spot deserves more recognition. 10/10. Meat was fresh, juicy and flavourful.

The owner cut the meat fresh off the rotisserie, most shawarma shops pre cut their meats & have sit in a heating compartment which dries it out. Beef was amazing with extra beef fat on the rice, chicken was juicy. He gave me extra beef fat when I asked with no issues.

Pay cash and get a free drink. Support this family ran restaurant. The owner is so nice and warm. Welcoming & out going. Will 10000% return.

Truly fantastic shawarma as they live up to their name.“

“Service is good and very fast. Food is amazing. I haven't had authentic Egyptian food before so I don't know how authentic it would be to an Egyptian person but it looked pretty authentic and tasted great.

Dine-in area is small, seats around 15 people max so reservation is recommended for guaranteed seating. We visited around noon, right after they opened and we didn't need a reservation.

The interior is nice, simple touches here and there that tie in really well with the theme. Highly recommended. Not cheap but not pricey at all“

“recommend place...........“

“I ordered 2 gyros and two gyro plates
. The gyro plates were good but the wraps were even better . The okra soup was fantastic. Good service and owner is kind and respectful. I’ll be going back . I’ll be getting a soup every time I’m in .“

“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“

“Mina was fantastic, very friendly and enthusiastic, she walked me through the menu and was extremely attentive and so helpful. Everything was fantastic, from the hot freshly made pita bread, to the delicious hummus and the tawuk (chicken breast) which was tender and juicy. The rice was flavourful and the crispy onions added to how unique and delicious it all was.“

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

“Great restaurant for chicken shawarma Sandwiches and platters.“

“Best schnitzel and best value I've had in a long time! The place is definitely a hidden gem with it being at the bottom of a commercial building, but I would come back again in a heartbeat.

The owner is also very nice and genuinely cares about customers.“

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

“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“

“One the best Kebob and Chicken dishes I've ever had!“

“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.“

“The Ultimate Shawarma Experience in Vaughan!

If you're on the hunt for the best shawarma in the Vaughan area, your search ends at Shawarma Jwan. I recently visited and was absolutely blown away by the quality, flavor, and sheer size of their meals.

We ordered the mixed shawarma plates, and as you can see, they do not hold back! The plates came loaded with a generous bed of fluffy, aromatic yellow rice, topped with a mountain of succulent, perfectly spiced chicken and beef shawarma. The meat was incredibly juicy, tender, and full of authentic flavor—exactly what you crave in a top-tier shawarma.

The sauces were the cherry on top. They were liberally drizzled with a rich, creamy garlic sauce and a vibrant, tangy hot sauce that added the perfect kick. It created a mouth-watering symphony of flavors in every bite.

I also have to highlight the sides. The accompanying salad was fresh and crisp, and the assortment of pickled vegetables—from the vibrant pink turnips and crunchy pickles to the olives and hot peppers—added a wonderful tangy crunch that balanced the richness of the meat perfectly.

Shawarma Jwan is a true gem. The portions are huge, the ingredients are fresh, and the taste is phenomenal. Highly recommended for anyone craving a satisfying and delicious meal!“

“Amazing experience, especially the chicken. I’ll come back!“

“Wonderful time at Mezzatta tonight.“

“Ordered Ghaimeh and Koobideh from here and it is without a doubt some of the absolute best food I’ve had in the GTA. It’s fresh and absolutely perfectly balanced. Highly recommend and looking forward to trying the rest of their menu items.“

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

“This is my favorite shawarma spot—I used to come here all the time after work. I don’t get to visit as often now since I work in a different area, but the quality has always been excellent. Akon is the best guy here hands down🙏🏼

The staff are Turkish, very friendly, down-to-earth, and welcoming. The place is also consistently clean and well-maintained.

I’d definitely recommend giving it a try before judging—it’s a great spot with great people. 10/10.“

“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 💪💪💪“

“Great food. Not busy when we were there Thursday for lunch. Our waitress was lovely and not pushy (no server there is so you can relax!). Good value. My client who had never tried Lebanese food before loved it...and I brought home dinner for my son who was thrilled too.“

“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.“

“I've been visiting this place every Sunday, it's turned into a ritual. My Sundays are incomplete if I don't visit BRO'S. My favorite shawarma place and the shawarma is top quality. Quick shout-out to Mohammad his service is really spot-on and pays attention to every detail. A quick suggestion to add in just a fries wrap to your menu cuz sometimes I don't feel like eating chicken and only wanna have fries! Thankyou“

“The best services and most polite and friendly staff with a very good quality of food and products“

“I accompanied a friend who requires a wheelchair, and the museum and restaurant were fully accessible. All the doors are automatic, and the staff were so kind as to accompany us via a shortcut to the to the parking lot. The galleries were not at all crowded on a Tuesday afternoon, and the restaurant was moderately busy with excellent, attentive service.“

“I come here for a second time around. The food, Ambiance and staff are superb, this is highly recommended. Especially SACO our Server, he is so Funny and very approachable, always takes good care of his Table to make sure everything was fine.“

“Barmakey is easily one of the best Iraqi restaurants I’ve tried!
Authentic flavours, fresh ingredients, and portions that actually satisfy. The service is fast, the staff are friendly, and the whole place feels like home. Highly recommend to anyone who wants real Iraqi food done right. 👌🇮🇶“

“As an African, I’ve honestly had a hard time finding shawarma in Toronto that suits my taste. A lot of places are either too acidic, too bland, or just not what I’m used to. I was a bit hesitant to try Two Brothers at first, but I decided to give it a chance and I’m so glad I did.

I had the chicken shawarma, and from the very first bite, all my doubts disappeared. It was absolutely delicious and surprisingly close to the kind of shawarma we enjoy back home in Africa. The flavors were well balanced, tasty, and really satisfying.

If you’re African and looking for shawarma that feels familiar and matches our palate, I highly recommend this place. Definitely one of the best shawarma spots I’ve tried here. 5 stars!“

“Best middle Eastern food on Danforth. Ahmed the worker there is very friendly person. i recommend this restaurant and i forget the best fallafel wrap i had since i came to canada, always fresh and full of flavour.“

“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.“

“Best Shawarma ever! Emad is very welcoming & friendly. Have tried many other places, but no comparison. He is the best!!“

“This is an incredibly clean and DELICIOUS place to eat! The staff are amazing and friendly; they go above and beyond to satisfy your tastebuds and hunger !! Sooo impressed !! YUM!!!!!“