Byblos was a very interesting experience for me. I've never had a driving urge to try it, but recognized that the quality and experience were in all likelihood top tier. My first trip there did not disappoint. The décor, ambiance and service left little more to be desired. For me the food can most simply be described as elevated middle-eastern. Contemporary renditions of classics you'd find in Turkish, Arabic, Israeli and Persian food all wrapped up, refined, and beautifully plated. The biggest hit for me was the braised lamb, tender, rich and saporous. But other can't-miss items included the lamb ribs, mante dumplings, pide and fried couscous. There were a number of other dishes on the menu that jumped out at me, so I may need to return for more. You're not coming here for your souvlaki fix, shawarma plates or a gyro sandwich, but it's a welcome shift from the more traditional Middle Eastern and Mediterranean options that people often associate with the cuisine. read more

The food is good, but the portion sizes are really small. I know to expect small portions at fancy restaurants, but even with that expectation I was shocked. read more

Went there as a part of a group. We had an amazing, enormous middle eastern feast - everything was terrific! The atmosphere was quiet (we were their first reservation) but quickly geared up as dinner reservations were checking in. Served family style, there were a myriad of options, with one better than the next. Followed the waiter's excellent guidance and every dish was a huge success. The waiter was a credit to the place, absolute fountain of knowledge. Wanted something different to high end steak and seafood dining and didn't disappoint. Food is so good, and very special flavors. Service is very professional. Drinks and Wines also tasty. Will return again for sure. read more

Byblos - Mediterranean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

"You are what what you eat eats." ― Michael Pollan Well let me be the sun's drench then. Let me be the busy legs of bees and the mulch of hay. Let me be the bone ash beneath clove trees, the dark and quiet that keeps the nutmeg seeds. Let me be the one hundred days watching over oranges, sumac, and chickpeas. If it is eggplant kibbeh I eat, I eat these. If it is fig salad or roasted red beets, I eat these If it is the tomato-essenced green beans, I eat these. This lamb once ate yes to human coaxing, its shoulders have eaten flock affection. Those too, I eat. ------- Almost everything I ordered: Roasted Beets Fig Salad Green Beans Roasted Lamb Shoulder for Two Orange Blossom Mousse The Businessman Amaro Nonino - on the house, for my birthday ...and all of it was five stars. read more

My daughter and I showed up without reservations not realizing they would be even remotely recommended at 6pm on a Tuesday in early August. We had 8pm theater tickets around the corner, this was the perfect pre show dinner location! The Maitre D was able to seat us so long as we were finished in time for a reservation they were holding 1.25 hours from our arrival. Should be plenty of time right?! The food here is DELISH!! Small plates meant for sharing that provide the perfect bite; great flavors, fresh! We had the fig salad, creamed spinach pide and Spanish octopus for our lighter meal then couldn't resist desert; stuffed baklava and the pavlova. I had the signature drink, The Rose, it was so smooth! Definitely wish we had more time and a bigger party to enjoy more dishes. Do yourself a favor a make a reservation, you won't regret it! read more

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The lamb ribs might be my favourite meal in the world. The smokey flavour of the meat is balanced by the pomegranate sauce and sesame topping. I recommend getting the saffron rice too. read more

I would give this place a 4.5/5. I really liked a lot of the foods we ordered. Some of my favourites and recommendations are the Manti dumplings, ribeye, focaccia bread with Greek yogurt dip, and fig salad. I would also recommend getting a cocktail as well. I had a nightingale sour, the flavours and even texture of the drink were so good! I was not the biggest fan of some of the deserts. Presentation for them was awesome, but my burnt honey ice cream had a slightly icey/grainy texture instead of a nice creamy mouthfeel. However, I tried the chocolate mousse and I really enjoyed the dish. read more

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Came here for my birthday and was pleasantly surprised. We got the Roasted Lamb Shoulder for Two , Creamed Spinach wood fired pide and Spanish Octopus. All were very good especially the roasted Lamb Shoulder for Two. They gave us a bunch of wraps and condiments where we can make our own mini wraps. Portion was huge too. The Creamed spinach pide was tasty as well and cooked to perfect crispiness. Overall will def come back in the future. read more

Recently in Toronto visiting and came across this place after reading some reviews, and so happy we went!! Fantastic ambience, able to hold groups of 6 at tables without needing to merge tables and the food was impeccable! We tried the traditional tea service with infused cocktails and could not get enough of these as we tried 2 out of the 3, very subtle flavors but potent. Ordered a few appetizers with drinks and those were quite filling (hummus royale, eggplant fritter were yummy) - would come back here again, absolutely fantastic service and experience! read more

The place is actually quite easy to miss because the name "Byblos" is displayed in fine print at the front lols. I really love the decor, and have to say that the whole experience has been wonderful, minus some of the food. Service Exceptional. This is like a 4.2/5 experience for service. Our server really knew the menu inside out and was genuine. That is key for me in service, don't try to frigg'n upsell me, I'll order what I want. He kept coming back to refill our water, fix our napkins, and change our plates between each dish. That's amazing. When I told him that one of the dishes was too dry, he offered to switch it for another one. We were too full at that point and politely declined. All the other servers seemed to be very professional as well. This is honestly an 'A'-ranking service. I was blown away, really (what does 5/5 service look like right? lol). Food Turkish Manti Dumplings They are tiny. I thought they were going to be average-sized like what we eat in Chinese restaurants, boy was I fooled. The flavour comes off very strong, so don't dip the whole thing in sauce. Don't try to drink it either lol. Even though they are very tiny in size, they can fill you up pretty quickly. Average in my books, though this is raved upon by many reviewers on Yelp. Black Truffle (Wood Fired Pide) Godly. I've been playing a lot of Mobile Legends lately, and whenever you kill off a bunch of enemies, they give you descriptors that really make you feel like a King. This thing is legendary! You have to eat it once it comes out, because the cheese and bread combination will melt in your mouth quite literally. Perfect combination, super soft, and you get to taste all the flavours. I gave this 9/10. I would come back for this dish. The cheese is not overwhelming in anyway. Black Cod At first glance, I thought the leafs were not edible but my boyfriend ate it anyways. I have a feeling Byblos likes infusing a pinch of sourness in every bite, but that's cool with me as long as it's subtle. This was quite interesting, and I'd recommend it. I do have to say if the leafs weren't there and you ate the cod alone, it was like a 9/10 once again. That cod was so soft and tender, I almost wonder if they had cooked it while it was already wrapped under the leaf to obtain that texture and flavour. Anyhow, with the leafs wrapped and all the sauces on top, it was like 8.4/10. Organic House Labneh I thought it was alright, I like how the bread pieces were a little crispy and laid out like rolls of circles. My boyfriend loved it. The sauce is a great compliment, but in my opinion, not worth $10+. Crispy Confit Duck (Rice) Where did this go wrong? Oh right, everything. Too dry, more of a jasmine/basil taste, not entirely appetizing. While the portions were quite decent, this was a no-no for me. Just steer away from this dish, it has 'bleh' all over it. My suggestion, add some type of cream or take it out of the menu. As my boyfriend would rate it, 6/10. read more

New. Favourite. Place. I love everything about Byblos. The hip, yet comfortable space. That restaurant hubbub. The fantastic service -- our waitress was such a treat, and also a superstar. THE FOOD -- a perfect gastronomic experience from start to finish. We started with drinks: we picked The Aviator from the tea punch service, which was a delightfully refreshing start to our meal, and is great to share between two people. I also loooove the authentic pot and glasses that the punch is served in, and the accompanying bit of Turkish delight. The food did not fail to disappoint. We started with the Turkish Manti Dumplings and the Lamb Ribs. The dumplings are yummy; the eggplant really stands out and finds a lovely complement in the tangy sauce beneath. The latter plate was the star of the show -- perfectly tender and juicy, with the kick of that red chilli sauce. For our next course, we ordered the Crispy Duck Confit Rice, the Roasted Brussels Sprouts (with Fried Halloumi!), and the Middle Eastern Fried Chicken. At this point we had definitely over-ordered for the two of us, but it was all so good! These dishes all really worked well together. I wasn't entirely sure what to expect with the rice, but it was very flavourful and I really enjoyed the texture provided by the crispy duck bits. The Brussels Sprouts were nicely roasted and the cheese was a surprisingly good combination. Finally, that Middle Eastern Fried Chicken was amazing. I loved how succulent the meat was, and it didn't feel greasy or heavy. Overall, a fantastic meal, and I can't wait to return. This is around the corner from the Royal Alexandra which made it the perfect spot for dinner before our show. And it was a nice surprise the next day to find out that the leftovers from our second course taste nearly just as good as when it was all fresh, haha! :) read more

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I've always heard amazing things about this place and decided to bring my man here for his bday! We were not disappointed and honestly, I was excited about the place because it offered something different as an upscale Mediterranean restaurant. My first thoughts walking into the restaurant was that the place was intimate, has a very nice ambiance and thumbs up for the open kitchen concept. In fact,I found myself getting distracted watching the chefs plating food. As a tapas place, they recommended 5 dishes for two people but we opted for 4. We tried the creamed spinach pide, turkish manti dumplings, truffle rice and the short rib kebab. All the dishes were exquisitely plated, flavourful but refined. Honestly, I loved all the dishes and would recommend them all. For dessert, we opted for the pavlova which was nice to end off the meal. The pavlova was served in a very interesting meringue ball which they had to crack open to reveal the equivalent of a strawberry shortcake. I loved the sorbet! Overall, I totally get the hype and would definitely come again. Service, food and atmosphere really speaks for itself. read more

Three stars might be a bit too low...I think 3.5 might be more accurate. I should start by saying that the food was delicious...no complaints there. But as someone who grew up up eating middle eastern food regularly, this place is way overpriced, and the portions are just not big enough. It's clearly catering to the high-end, local crowd, which is fine....but if I think you can find better value elsewhere. read more

This two level restaurant was busy when I walked in around 7 PM, but as a single diner I was able to have a seat at their upstairs bar fairly quickly. It was fairly noisy and dim, but the staff was attentive and the smells of food were amazing. The portions had a range of sizes, and everything I tried had a fantastic flavor blend and texture profile. I was able to start the evening with an off-menu mezcal cocktail by Jullian, that had citrus aromatics and a full, wonderfully smoky flavor. The character changed as the drink warmed too--masterful recipe! The lamb ribs were smaller than I anticipated, but delicious enough I will order two plates on my next visit. Crispy, saucy, sweet and savory all at once. Oh, and the sauces at this place, as I heard from nearby diners and experienced myself, will make you want to lick your plate/bowl! I had the smoky eggplant dumplings and the basmati lentil rice to round things out. The rice platter was well big enough for more people, and I took the leftovers with me. read more

Food was nice but the atmosphere was way too loud and noisy. It's meant to be a restaurant and it tries to be somewhat upscale but it's really not focused on giving you a good dining experience. It feels more like you're in a bar. And the loud music doesn't even have anything to do with the "Mediterranean" type of vibe they're going for. For what you pay, it's really not that pleasant, I was so exhausted from the loudness of it that I didn't even want a dessert, just wanted to get out as soon as possible. Won't be going back. read more

Byblos, like Patria, is the most palatable of high-end restaurants. What they do is deliver a consistent and reliable pleasant time. For me to give a restaurant 5 stars, though, it has to be more than overall pleasant, it has to be "knock your socks off" good. I'm not sure that Byblos hit that mark (for me!) although I could how others love it so much. The room upstairs is beautiful, and I immediately noted that the layout of the tables was some of the most ingenious I've ever seen. Big booths seating that could fit 2 people up to 8 people, etc. Very malleable seating (can you tell I work in the industry?). Service felt a little too pressured to me, he just kept coming back too often. I felt a bit rushed. The drinks were amazing, we tried four different cocktails, and I even tried a gin based drink (after finally breaking my decade-long-abstinence from gin at the most recent Yelp Elite event) and enjoyed it. We had the lamb ribs, but we weren't told/we are stupid that there was yogurt sauce on the bottom of the dish, so pay attention when you're eating. The labneh was delicious and the bread was great. I loved the sweet jeweled rice, and we had the yogurt fish which paired really well. Lots of dishes had cilantro in it, so I couldn't order everything I wanted to. The cauliflower was okay, I am a HUGE cauliflower fan and I wasn't a supreme lover of it. The one hiccup was that the bathroom doors signs are worn off and seriously everyone was so confused as to which bathroom to go into! (Boys are first) They gave us a birthday dessert and by that point we were so full I wanted to die. Fun place, just not stop-in-my-tracks for me. read more

Byblos is one of the best meals I've had in the City. We went in a group in which one person had a severe nut allergy, and the kitchen staff was very well prepared to alter their dishes for the group. We had the following dishes: - Hamachi - Spanish Octopus - Black Cod - Black Truffle Rice - Seared Cauliflower The food was unbelievably flavorful, especially the black truffle rice, and the staff was fantastic. The ambiance of the restaurant is great - very intimate for a date, but also conducive to group conversations. Byblos is pricey, but worth it. read more

Definitely an occasion restaurant. Their service doesn't disappoint, and all the food and drink items on the menu are delicious. Their prep station is also great entertainment - gives you lots of ideas on what to add! read more

Byblos - Octopus - Mediterranean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This is my favourite spot in Toronto. Service was prompt and friendly. Meals are served family-style and are meant to be shared, which is great as it allows you to try a greater variety of the menu. During this visit, we had the steak tartare (ok), tuna with squid ink chips (good), lamb shoulder (great), black truffle pide (good), crispy duck confit rice (great). We each had a cocktail as well and were both happy with what we chose. For some reason good cocktails coupled with good food is a rare thing in Toronto (places typically only do one or the other well), but Byblos is an exception. If you're a fan of the eastern Mediterranean palate, you'll love Byblos. read more

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Awesome food, awesome service! Always a pleasure to go here. The fried chicken is always a favourite! read more

Byblos - Mediterranean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Amazing food. Went for my birthday and we were a group of 8 so had to get a set dinner. Family style. So tasty. I loved the capon fish and the rice. Drinks are super tasty. The only thing I think could be better is the music. We sat upstairs and it's really loud, drowns our the conversation. read more

I was very excited to try this place after all the hype... and there were definitely stand out dishes! The portions are small and meant for sharing, so avg 2 dishes pp is fair. I wasn't big on the labneh but I loved the barbari bread that accompanied it! (Which was extra tho). I wasn't a fan of the lamb ribs as it was kinda fatty. The crispy duck confit rice and NY striploin were delicious! (See pictures). read more

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Ambiance is soothing but food is just overpriced concoctions. Too much fluff. Not enough of a unique experience for the high prices.

Such a cool spot. Went with another couple and had a great time. Why it's awesome: 1. they shelter you from the cold, think large blankets just inside the 2. clever cocktails 3. lots of fun variety of foods + very filling 4. hip hop + r+b playing all night (maybe not expected, but welcomed) stuff to try: 1. octopus 2. black cod 3. brussel sprouts 4. any cocktail 5. ice cream sandwiches + mousse cake get reservations! read more

This place is great! When we arrived, we were a little confused, since the entrance is fairly nondescript and leads you down a hallway with a dark curtain at the end of it. I almost thought we had found the service entrance, but the colorful dining room was indeed behind the curtain. When seated, our waitress was ready to take our order as if we were old pros, but we needed some guidance when it came to portions and pacing. She was very helpful in guiding us and explaining the menu. The food was excellent. I sometimes find flavors from this part of the world to be too similar to one another. I thought several courses of Middle Eastern food might run together, but they absolutely did not. Everything was delicious and distinct. We managed to get the last red snapper of the night, and I recommend that dish highly. Between the size of the menu, the quality of every dish, and the excellent cocktails, Byblos has something for everyone. Must-go. read more

Byblos was crowded, on Tuesday evening! We did not see one empty table, which must give you an indication of the quality of the restaurant, even though it has been open for the best part of four years. Our experience was good, though with the odd poor spot. Some measure of the quality is indicated by the crispy sesame encrusted and lemon fragrant bread which comes to start. We had the crispy artichokes which were a real delight, warm with a sweet element and plenty of them. As our waiter recommended, we had the eggplant kibbeh - beautiful, soft, fragrant. The chanterelles flatbread was a complete disappointment - very salty, hardly tasting of chanterelles and otherwise indifferent. The octopus were tender and good tasting but rather overpowered by a Piri Piri like sauce. The rack of lamb was cold, and certainly not worth the $42 pricetag. The cauliflower and brussels sprouts veggies were great and well worth trying even if they were a bit salty. Service was polished, professional, and informed. The wine list is comprehensive, we had a wonderful Sancerre for$90, followed by a Cote de Nuits ($125). Both of these were excellent read more

The food here is wonderful. It's well-prepared and tasty but keep in mind that the portions are quite small. We ordered the lamb ribs, roasted red beets, hand rolled couscous and yogurt baked fluke as our mains. Then for dessert we had the crispy qatayfeh (I probably butchered that) and the Turkish coffee. Everything from the mains to the dessert were delicious and satisfying. We left feeling full and satisfied without feeling bloated or greasy and I think that has do with the quality of the food. The decor of the restaurant is also nice without being too pretentious. I would definitely come back here. read more

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This was a good meal. The environment already won me over with the Turkish lamps lavished across the open kitchen. We started with the bread appetizers- toasted bread already lightly soaked in olive oil and generously topped with sesame seeds. I had to resist finishing my piece to save room for our later dishes! We ordered the following Duck kibbeh - this reminded me of a falafel but made of bulgur wheat and stuffed with duck. The tahini sauce that came with it was the star of the dish and I wish I had more to dip not only with the kibbeh but with the other dishes! Tuna - the squid ink chips definitely made our table go 'ooo and ahh'. But this wasn't an all star dish and the jalapeno dressing overpowered all other flavours that were incorporated into the tuna. Vine ripened tomato - MY FAVOURITE PLATE OF THE EVENING. who knew tomatoes could taste so divine? To my fellow diners - sorry if I consumed most of this dish that was supposed to be shared Black Cod- wrapped in vine leaves - this dish wasn't bad either but i think the fish was a bit overcooked since it was a bit dry. Seared Cauliflower- again byblos has somehow made another humble vegetable an outstanding star. It was also another favourite at the table - again that tahini sauce was amazing and went so well with the charred flavour of the cauliflower. Crispy Confit Duck - yes so our table seemed to have a tad predisposition to duck - but to be fair the true star was the rice . There was a myriad of flavours and textures from just one bite: crispy (from the duck shreds); crunchy (almonds); sweet from the molasses and cinnamon. and if you are looking to spend less at this restaurant without sacrificing quality and flavour, this would be the one to order! The service was attentive and our waitress kindly accommodated allergies at the table by recommending alternative dishes on the menu. Although not all the dishes were outstanding (interestingly both fish plates were the letdowns of the meal), I still highly recommend this place if you are looking for somewhere to impress/ unique/ upscale Mediterranean in the city. read more

Ate in the lower dining room, cool space. A little crammed as we were pretty much in the table beside us conversation all night. Started with the lamb ribs, marinated olives and calamari. Lamb ribs were insanely good, super crispy and flavourful. The calamari was also stand out, super tender and not rubbery like most. Olives were meh, it said oven baked and I imagined warm...they were cold. For our second course we had the mussels. They were big and juicy and the sauce was spicy and delicious. They added couscous to the dish which I've never seen done anywhere, but I loved it. Ask for a side of bread to sap up the sauce. We finished with the oxtail rice and grilled snapper. The fish took a while but we were warned. It was worth the wait. A full snapper, deboned perfectly and covered with herbs. It looks like it might be overpowering (see photo) but it's very mild. We couldn't finish the food and had it wrapped up for the next day. It held up well and the flavors were spot in when reheated. read more

Byblos - Grilled fish of the day - Red Snapper. Put this order in as soon as you get there because the fish does take a while, worth it! - Mediterranean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

So good!! One of my favourites in the city. I absolutely love the lamb ribs and Turkish dumplings and honestly probably everything else I've tried here... can't wait to be able to dine in again. read more

The best food .... so delicious!! I wish we had one in Los Angeles! Delicious and fancy middle eastern food has much flavor and taste just amazing. My favorite were black truffle rice & kabab!! And there is so much more to try .... read more

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Their fried artichokes can't be beat. Every item on their menu is absolutely delicious, in my opinion, Byblos can't be beat.

Continues to be my fav restaurant in Toronto. I always order the same things off the menu every time I go. Manti dumplings. Truffle pide. Lamb shoulder. Crispy chicken. Truffle rice. Zucchini flowers. Brussel sprouts are a must!!!! read more

A friend recommended this restaurant while we are in town for trade show. Couldn't get a reservation, so we decided to try our luck. Boy, were we lucky. This is THE BEST dinner I have ever had in Toronto. Three of us ordered the lamb ribs, crispy baby artichoke, roasted lamb shoulder, grilled branzino and sweet jeweled rice. Every dish is exquisite and the flavors are on so many level. Definitely coming back to this one again. read more

Great vibe - mix of older and young. (30-60) Delicious food - tapas style. Friendly staff. Usually very busy but we got lucky and walked in on a Friday night. Downside to this place is quite expensive for the amount of food you receive. Will definitely be back to try other items! read more

Perfectly done Lebanese-Fusion: Went for my wife's birthday, just the two of us. What a lovely night. Everything on the menu was well thought out and executed. Very intelligent twists on everything, from cocktails through appetizers and mains ending in sweets. A Lebanese Fusion meal I will remember, and not be able to replicate in my kitchen. We will definitely go back on our next trip to T.O. read more

Definitely one of my favourite restaurants in Toronto. I went with a big group for a birthday and had the family style prix fixe menu ($75 option with 11 courses). To really sum it up, it was delicious and the service was great! They really took care of my cilantro allergy and even went the extra mile to ask if coriander is ok, not a lot of restaurants do that or seem to know that they are actually similar in taste. I hate being a hassle/annoying but they really stepped up. Also the drinks were great and tasty! I would recommend this place, it is worth the price tag. However for the more economical it was on the higher side for the portions, and a drink was slightly under $20 with exception to beer. If you come here I would say, prepare to easily drop $70+. read more

You really can't go wrong with anything!!! Paid my first visit yesterday and it was exceed my expectation.... give it a try! read more

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Went there yesterday, and no question the food quality is good, however, three major issues with this place. 1. I have eaten at finest restaurants throughout the world, however, $45 dollars for almost half a skew of kabobs and $45 dollars for two pieces of lamb and $27 dollars for 9 oz of the cheapest wine where the bottle itself cost $20 dollars at a store :) lol. Seriously.. 2. After sitting down for 15 minutes, the place was hot as hell. No adequate air conditioning and you are in the basement restaurant. They had AC blowing at the main entrance but sitting area was way too hot to be able to relax. I was completed covered in sweat in 20 minutes. Our waiter was great and we asked him twice if anything can be done and he said the AC's are at their max. 3. On a cramped table paying for overpriced meals and already $200 dollar in for 3 small meals, I noticed the thermostat was right above my head on a pole. So guess what, I press the temp button down button.. Behind me, some female waitress screamed at top of her long, "Don't press the button, it will shut down the AC"..I mean in front of all other patrons inside this so-called fancy restaurant. She could have said the same to me in a polite manner in a lower voice. I paid the freaking bill and left. I still tipped my waiter because he was really nice. So if you like to pay $45 dollars plus tax for half a skewer of kabob and like to be cramped in a small space and then be yelled by $10 per hour waitresses. This is the finest restaurant in Toronto. Congrats management, Job well done. Never coming back.... read more

I do not have a habit of writing about my dining experiences nor the food offered at restaurants. The reason I am about to write THIS review is because I am disliking a trend I am observing, the trend of cultural appropriation in the culinary scene in Toronto. I agree novelty, creativity, and innovation in food and dining experience are becoming the staple of the industry and the standard by which we assess or evaluate a restaurant. Chefs are becoming 'artists' and restaurants are turning into 'fields of experiences.' Granted. Check. Yup. I like that. Yet, here's the "but:" The novelty or creativity should not come with the cost of misappropriation of a culinary culture, loss of taste in food, nor with the price of condescending the patrons of the restaurant. In my experience (last night) this place did exactly all of that lat night. Let me start with the menu. The restaurant takes the patrons as under-educated or as ignorant consumers. For that, it liberally uses random (and dare I say again, random) mix of Arabic, Turkish, and Persian words, only to exotify the menu. The menu is a tasteless verbal mix of an 'exotic' otherness! The food itself. The lamb, chicken, and calamari tasted alike (almost identical). Easy: just burry them in the exact same blend of spices (that are used in pinched moderation in Mediterranean or MiddleEastern culinary scenes). Then voila, you have identical taste profiles. Let me put it another way: the meat, vegetables, or even the rice, were carrying devices for EXCESSIVE salt and spices. And yes, the Barbary Bread (the most common bread in the Persian world) was dried up, over toasted, covered with a mountain of salt, and priced as high as a tall mountain. The service (rather, the server) -- thank you very much, I can read. But if you allow me some light and grant me a minute to go over your jungle of words that you call a Menu! To sum it up: if you want Mediterranean or Middle-eastern food, then get out of downtown busyness and drive up to a local authentic restaurant. There are many of them in Toronto. If you want to feel posh, to feel exotified, to join in appropriating other cultures, to feel you've become 'cultured' by having Barbary (read: bread), then by all means do support this restaurant and do become a fan. But for your own sake, don't fool others about the menu, the food, or the service! read more