None of the dishes were special. Just one of those over priced restaurant which is pretty but can not manage to serve their pricy lamb ribs hot or make their simple side dishes any special in flavour.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Soorena Behzadi
Fantastic service .
Poor guys I was rushing them the whole time because of timing and a show I had to get to.
Super accommodating and kind staff. I was probably a bit over the top with my requests and such but 2nd time here and again A+++
Roasted Lamb shoulder … u gotta get that cuz it’s a thing of beauty.
Halloumi cheese with honey .. also 🔥
Hummus with beef was alright.
Black truffle and cheesy bread side was fantastic as well.
My boys only eat halal as well and it’s probably the only solid nice resto downtown TO for halal meat.
Will visit again
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Roasted Lamb Shoulder, Black Truffle
Michael Czerniecki
This was my sixth time at Byblos, and I’m happy to say the food continues to impress. The flavors are always spot-on, with standout dishes like the hummus, Brussels sprouts, Turkish dumplings, and branzino. Each of these is fresh, flavorful, and my go-to favorites.
The jasmine rice didn’t quite hit the mark for me—it felt a bit heavy and sweet, but I will say it was still fresh. The drinks, while tasty, didn’t feel particularly special.
We visited for our anniversary, and the highlight of the evening was the chocolate olive oil cake—absolutely delicious.
While portions are on the smaller side, this actually allows you to sample a variety of dishes, which I enjoy. All in all, another wonderful experience. I'll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Short Rib Kebab, Chocolate Olive Oil Cake, Fried Eggplant, Fried Chicken, Black Truffle Rice
Winnie Chiu
First time at the restaurant although I've known about it for a while. Dishes were expensive but the food did not disappoint. Every dish we ordered was great. Flavourful but not overwhelmingly spicy or salty. The host was polite and friendly. I've heard people had issues with the staff but we did not. We arrived very early for our reservation so the host offered us to sit at the bar until our table was ready. Bartender was polite. Ordered an Old Fashion and it was great. Also had a non-alcoholic Mediterranean Mule which was nice too. Foodwise we had Fried eggplant, labneh, lamb rack, truffles rice, wagyu pide, short rib kebab. All super tasty. The short ribs kebab portion was rather small though. Dessert the honey ice cream was superb, olive oil chocolate and the lemon cake were pretty good as well. I can occasionally smell bleach in the restaurant, so perhaps they are super careful with wiping down tables for cleanliness. Will return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Isidora
Truly the best restaurant in Toronto.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Karthiga Bala
The food here was amazing and well worth the money. Some of my favourites were the crispy shrimp, lentil pide, lamb shoulder, and chocolate olive oil cake.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amar Alafshate
The food isn’t even good. Saw good reviews and wanted to check it out. Overpriced for no reason. Portions are tiny and nothing tasted good. The restaurant is aesthetically pleasing but the food was a 0/10
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
David Hulbert
Great dinner last night with my wife and another couple before going to see Sebastian M. Food was superb and service was excellent. Shared many different plates which was the way to go allowing everyone to try more of their food. Will definitely go back and can't recommend this place enough.
Vegetarian options: So many options for vegetarians - we had the olives, brussel sprouts, halloumi, flat bread and so much more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Short Rib Kebab, Sweet Jeweled Rice
Omar Haggag
One of my favourite restaurants in Toronto.
Their appetizers offer a wide selection and they’re very good (reco: arugula salad, very refreshing).
For mains I recommend the Lamb Shoulder which is easily my favourite dish. The lamb is served with small pieces of lavash bread and some sides which you turn into mini-shawarmas. The fried chicken is perfectly cooked and seasoned. The ribs kabab is juicy and tender.
Save some room for one of their desserts, you won’t be disappointed (reco: walnut katayef).
I really enjoyed the ambience and the food. Their version of Espresso Martini is worth a try for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michelle Mc
Run to this place. It’s delicious and everyone is friendly. Small place so be sure to reserve. Great vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Saya
UPDATE: changing my review to one star because of the horrible experience that I had today. This was perhaps my fourth time visiting, but absolutely will be my last time because of how I was treated by the host at the front. The white man who was at the front refused to give us a proper table even though his colleagues told him that there is a table available. He said we could only sit at the bar. We were there to celebrate a big milestone so this wasn’t even an acceptable option when the entire restaurant is empty. His colleague also pointed out that there’s a table available but he said that he doesn’t want to open it quietly, thinking that we didn’t hear him. This is when the entire restaurant was almost empty. We immediately left and we will never return. Not worth paying +100$ each time and being treated like an invaluable costumer.
What an experience!!!! We got the hummus and Turkish manti dumplings for appetizers. They were both fantastic choices. Super flavourful. The hummus was hands down the best hummus I’ve had in Toronto. From the wood fired pides, we tried the black truffle and the wagyu. Both awesome choices, but if I had to go with one it would probably be the wagyu. From the mains we tried the beef short rib kebab which was the golden star of all the dishes we tried and the branzino. The fish was perfectly made and seasoned. The atmosphere and space is gorgeous and the great service is a bonus. Will definitely go back. A solid 11/10 experience.
Incredible food! Loved the atmosphere, very cozy. The waiter, Rachel, was incredible. We had a great time. You've got to try the branzino and jewelled rice 👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾
Good series
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
None of the dishes were special.
Just one of those over priced restaurant which is pretty but can not manage to serve their pricy lamb ribs hot or make their simple side dishes any special in flavour.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Fantastic service .
Poor guys I was rushing them the whole time because of timing and a show I had to get to.
Super accommodating and kind staff. I was probably a bit over the top with my requests and such but 2nd time here and again A+++
Roasted Lamb shoulder … u gotta get that cuz it’s a thing of beauty.
Halloumi cheese with honey .. also 🔥
Hummus with beef was alright.
Black truffle and cheesy bread side was fantastic as well.
My boys only eat halal as well and it’s probably the only solid nice resto downtown TO for halal meat.
Will visit again
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Roasted Lamb Shoulder, Black Truffle
This was my sixth time at Byblos, and I’m happy to say the food continues to impress. The flavors are always spot-on, with standout dishes like the hummus, Brussels sprouts, Turkish dumplings, and branzino. Each of these is fresh, flavorful, and my go-to favorites.
The jasmine rice didn’t quite hit the mark for me—it felt a bit heavy and sweet, but I will say it was still fresh. The drinks, while tasty, didn’t feel particularly special.
We visited for our anniversary, and the highlight of the evening was the chocolate olive oil cake—absolutely delicious.
While portions are on the smaller side, this actually allows you to sample a variety of dishes, which I enjoy. All in all, another wonderful experience. I'll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Short Rib Kebab, Chocolate Olive Oil Cake, Fried Eggplant, Fried Chicken, Black Truffle Rice
First time at the restaurant although I've known about it for a while. Dishes were expensive but the food did not disappoint. Every dish we ordered was great. Flavourful but not overwhelmingly spicy or salty.
The host was polite and friendly. I've heard people had issues with the staff but we did not. We arrived very early for our reservation so the host offered us to sit at the bar until our table was ready. Bartender was polite. Ordered an Old Fashion and it was great. Also had a non-alcoholic Mediterranean Mule which was nice too.
Foodwise we had Fried eggplant, labneh, lamb rack, truffles rice, wagyu pide, short rib kebab. All super tasty. The short ribs kebab portion was rather small though.
Dessert the honey ice cream was superb, olive oil chocolate and the lemon cake were pretty good as well.
I can occasionally smell bleach in the restaurant, so perhaps they are super careful with wiping down tables for cleanliness.
Will return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Truly the best restaurant in Toronto.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food here was amazing and well worth the money. Some of my favourites were the crispy shrimp, lentil pide, lamb shoulder, and chocolate olive oil cake.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food isn’t even good. Saw good reviews and wanted to check it out. Overpriced for no reason. Portions are tiny and nothing tasted good. The restaurant is aesthetically pleasing but the food was a 0/10
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
Great dinner last night with my wife and another couple before going to see Sebastian M. Food was superb and service was excellent. Shared many different plates which was the way to go allowing everyone to try more of their food. Will definitely go back and can't recommend this place enough.
Vegetarian options: So many options for vegetarians - we had the olives, brussel sprouts, halloumi, flat bread and so much more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Short Rib Kebab, Sweet Jeweled Rice
One of my favourite restaurants in Toronto.
Their appetizers offer a wide selection and they’re very good (reco: arugula salad, very refreshing).
For mains I recommend the Lamb Shoulder which is easily my favourite dish. The lamb is served with small pieces of lavash bread and some sides which you turn into mini-shawarmas. The fried chicken is perfectly cooked and seasoned. The ribs kabab is juicy and tender.
Save some room for one of their desserts, you won’t be disappointed (reco: walnut katayef).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Roasted Lamb Shoulder, Short Rib Kebab, Thrice Cooked Fries, Fried Chicken
Restaurantji Recommends
Amazing dinner in Toronto.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I really enjoyed the ambience and the food. Their version of Espresso Martini is worth a try for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Run to this place. It’s delicious and everyone is friendly. Small place so be sure to reserve. Great vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
UPDATE: changing my review to one star because of the horrible experience that I had today. This was perhaps my fourth time visiting, but absolutely will be my last time because of how I was treated by the host at the front. The white man who was at the front refused to give us a proper table even though his colleagues told him that there is a table available. He said we could only sit at the bar. We were there to celebrate a big milestone so this wasn’t even an acceptable option when the entire restaurant is empty. His colleague also pointed out that there’s a table available but he said that he doesn’t want to open it quietly, thinking that we didn’t hear him. This is when the entire restaurant was almost empty. We immediately left and we will never return. Not worth paying +100$ each time and being treated like an invaluable costumer.
What an experience!!!! We got the hummus and Turkish manti dumplings for appetizers. They were both fantastic choices. Super flavourful. The hummus was hands down the best hummus I’ve had in Toronto. From the wood fired pides, we tried the black truffle and the wagyu. Both awesome choices, but if I had to go with one it would probably be the wagyu. From the mains we tried the beef short rib kebab which was the golden star of all the dishes we tried and the branzino. The fish was perfectly made and seasoned. The atmosphere and space is gorgeous and the great service is a bonus. Will definitely go back. A solid 11/10 experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wagyu Beef Pide, Short Rib Kebab, Turkish Manti Dumplings, Kebab, Dumplings
Incredible food! Loved the atmosphere, very cozy. The waiter, Rachel, was incredible. We had a great time. You've got to try the branzino and jewelled rice 👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Whole Branzino, Sweet Jeweled Rice
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