This place is in a container so it saves on rent & passes on the savings. Toshka with soujek was a crisp bread with cheese. It was slightly spicy with flavourful meat. The sauce was sour & slightly  spicy. Lemonade with cardamom was tart. The cardamom was subtle at first but was stronger on the aftertaste. read more

I was just walking by and the menu looked interesting. I don't usually eat Syrian food, but shawarmas are good to me. The chef/owner approached me and recommended that I try the toshka. I said sure, and he asked me to wait a bit. He made the dish to order and was careful with preparing it. He offered some pickles, and I obliged. There is a table on the sidewalk, but I took the food inside the community center for more space. It tasted so good. I would go back to get it again! Credit card/apple pay accepted. (Also posted on Google) read more

Chef Harwash - Toshka $15.51 CAD (incl tax) - Mediterranean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Came here on a weekday around 6pm. There was a small lineup but worth it because they make your order fresh. I got the beef pie and toshka, came to around $30 and so fresh and delicious. Would definitely recommend popping by here and definitely eat it fresh at the tables here. read more

Chef Harwash - Mediterranean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I am extremely upset that I have to fly 5 hours to try this place again. Without a doubt, it's the best Mediterranean food I've had in my life. Yelp and Googles reviews made me curious and they're completely correct. read more

Chef Harwash - Mediterranean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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We went to Chef Harwash on our trip to Toronto in 2023. I've been putting off writing this review. My husband and I still talk about the wonderful food we had here. The chef/owners were so incredibly nice. The food was really well seasoned. We ordered the shawarma, the Damascus cheese w bread, and other dishes that now I can't remember. All of his sauces were incredible. Prices were affordable. This place is a gem! I don't know if we will ever come back to Toronto. It was a lovely city though. If we do, visiting Chef Harwash would be #1 on my list. read more

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Chef Harwsh is a talented cook bringing home to Canada some family honestly meals - the clients that drive from all over for a taste of home cooking is a testament to the flavour and the quality . While I rarely would ever eat at a spot without an interior seating area I had always been buy curious of the offerings in these shipping container businesses to see- do they really have the ability to deliver a meal that doesn't have me running for the border washrooms - well I've now eaten her a total of 3 x and I continue to delve into the various offerings, so far all really tasty - so much so I can't yet recommend any 1 item, if you go - just take a choice and know that your tastebuds will writhe in pleasure from the seasonings - if it's nice weather you can with on a picnic bench in front and watch the world drive by. If I lived closer I'd be here more often- but if you're near Bathurst and Dundas - check this spot out - it won't disappoint! read more

It was a welcome circumstance that I have gotten the chance to try out Chef Harwash. It was already past 9PM and the other food stalls in the area were already closed. This gave me a good excuse to try out the fare from Chef Harwash. I personally am a fan of trying out different cuisines, and it was such a treat to try out the Damascene (food from Damascus, Syria) cuisine offered here. The operator of the food stall Mr. U. Harwash was a nice person and we got to chat for a bit about Syrian food & culture. The food that I have gotten to try was called "Soujok" which is a uniquely spiced beef sandwich with pickles and garlic mayo. It was a treat to eat and I enjoyed eating it. From what I know about my food, I would say that Soujok is close in looks, smell, and taste to other similar Mediterranean dishes. I would conservatively rate it 4 stars for now with the reason being that I have only tried just a single dish so far. I would look to come back again to try something different and reconsider my rating. read more

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TLDR: Chef Harwash' unassuming stall is the continuation of a 100+ year family tradition. And it shows. This is the best falafel wrap i've ever had. No exaggeration. A big reason is probably that he is one of the most unwaveringly passionate food vendors you'll have the pleasure of meeting. Don't think twice. Treat yourself. ------- Full review: You might see the 5 star average rating and think to yourself, "no way". You'd be wrong. I can prove it with just two interactions I had with Chef Harwash. I was that annoying guy who asks the owner what his favourite menu item is. As if that's not like asking a parent to tell you who their favourite child is. Instead of a generic answer, he took the time to tell me a few of his favourites. Why they were different. What made each special. This man loves what he does and is *proud* about it. How proud? This is what he ultimately told me: "Get the falafel. It will be the best you've ever had. If it's not, your money back." He was dead serious. No bravado. Just a man who genuinely believes in what he's making for you. Folks, it was one of those rare moments where the hype matches reality. Great ingredients, full of flavour, just the right level of sauces. Truly the best i've had, ever. Not only did I not get my money back, but I couldn't resist ordering something else. He said: "Let me make you the soujok. You'll see." Again, home run. Deceptively simple, yet addictively flavourful. The bun even perfectly takes on the sauce, lightly pan fried (I think?) The entire time I sat, smiling, eating, a young lady asked him questions about the food. Soon he was giving her cooking advice, recipe subtleties drawn out in detail. Finally, as I paid (his end of the bargain fulfilled), I asked him: "Why do you think you make the best falafel? I mean -- you've convinced me, it's the best, but why are you *able* to make the best one? What's the secret?" He looked at me, smiling, and said "my family has been doing this for over 100 years. From Damascus, to here, to you." read more

Chef Harwash - Deceptively simple. Addictively flavourful. - Mediterranean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

We started with hummus which had olive oil, sumac, and parsley (plus mint?). The hummus was super creamy. Despite having extra tahini compared to how we make it ourselves, it was really good. The tahini was not as earthy, bitter, or strong as we get at home so perhaps this is yet another example how product knowledge and quality ingredients make the difference. We asked for lemon to spritz over the hummus, as we like it to be super acidic and bright. The halloumi pizza came out next. Halloumi cheese is very salty but that was mitigated with hummus, pimento/olive hot sauce, and lemon. For those, like me, that generally don't like olives, trust me when I say, these olives were delicious especially in this sauce. The dough was stretched right in front of us before they put the crumbly halloumi cheese on and tiny pizza oven baked the fresh dough to a soft but crunchy crust many pizza-centric places can't seem to muster with bigger dedicated equipment. We switched to using the halloumi pizza for the hummus instead of the flat bread plus all the accoutrement we acquired. Fantastic. Fabulous. Delicious. When the kebab came out, it was wrapped in an unleavened and hardy flat-bread wrap. Fresh tomato and onion plus sauces made for wonderful little Mediterranean "burrito". Pro tip: Ask for extra of the syrupy pomegranate sauce and yet more lemon and hot sauce. Pro tip 2: since many chefs are adjusting salt down to allow customers to more readily adjust for taste preferences, and if you normally like a bit more salt on your protein, ask for salt to be added to the beef kebab before they put it on the griddle. That is much easier than trying to add it a pinch at a time after each bite into the assembled wrap. For those with a lower heat tolerance, try it on the side. I think once you have a chance to taste it, you'll always want it. It seems they figured out a way to tamp the heat down without sacrificing the flavor. If you like it hotter, perhaps bring along your own oeleck sambal. Overall, the meal was not just delicious, but memorable. We love food from all over the middle east and North Africa. The spice blends really speak to us and the food depends on freshness and simplicity to be at its best. Chef Harwash offers all that with a healthy dose of cultural pride and love for their customers. We can't recommend them enough. read more

What a delight coming here and tasting some of the best falafel sandwiches in Toronto. We saw him round the falafel dough and fry it in front of us. It was super fresh and the veggies in the sandwich were delightful. He adds slices of lime in the sandwich which was unique and amazing. Only suggestion is to fry the falafel balls a bit longer. We tried the thyme and sesame bread too and that was delightful. He gave us his homemade sauces. Extremely friendly guy - told us his story. Wishing him success. Thank you for such a delightful lunch! read more

Container area near Dundas and Bathurst It's been built up this year, harwish one of its finest examples I had my first lentil soup, good, like to try other things on the menu... read more

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Hidden gem. Great place, quality medeterrian food! Highly recommend. You won't regret it. read more

Chef Harwash - Simply brilliant. I asked Chef Harwash for a recommendation and he did not disappoint. Beautifully assembled, this was such a treat. - Mediterranean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Really great food. Lives up to the hype; unequivocally the best shawarma in Toronto. In my opinion it does not travel especially well (extremely oily/messy), so go in person. read more

Possibly one of, if not THE best, food stall I've ever had the pleasure of eating at. Incredibly friendly owners, incredible food, and though some might say that it's pricey, I believe it's worth every penny. I made this review after practically devouring their Chicken Shawarma, Beef Kabab wrap, Soujek, and Halloumi Cheese Manakeesh. Super tasty, spiced to perfection, and brought be back to my days back home. My only disappointment lies with the fact that I can ONLY give them 5 stars; I'd give 6 stars if I could! VERY highly recommend grabbing a bite whenever you can! read more

I am honestly not one to go the extra mile and leave a review. This place, however, has won me over. From the customer service to the amazing food, I can genuinely say this is the place to go. If you are wanting to avoid the overwhelming traffic at some of the overrated restaurants in town and are looking for a delicious and quick meal, this place is a must. read more

Chef Harwash - Mediterranean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Hands down BEST shawarma I have had outside of Damascus. The food is authentic Syrian and for those of you who know, Syrian food is the culinary jewel of the Arab speaking countries. Absolutely delicious! read more

This is a hidden gem in Market 707 at Dundas and Bathurst. The owner is very friendly. You can watch him make everything fresh to order. The ingredients are obviously high quality. A falafel wrap was done right, with bright flavours of lemon and parley. The saj wraps are quesedilla-like, with lots of melted cheese, and packed with flavour. Get the one with hot sauce. Prices are very reasonable. I will be back. read more

I was incredibly lucky to have discovered this gem by chance only a couple of days after they opened and I was absolutely blown away by the taste and quality of the food they make. These brothers have an incredible passion to just make these specialty Middle Eastern dishes to taste as authentic as it can be. The quality of the meat they use is top notch, I have literally seen them cut actual steak to make the beef shawarma for me, they also told me that chicken shawarma is marinated for 3 days in the sauce before they cook it and serve it. I have already been back 3 times and I have tried almost everything on the menu. The chicken shawarma, beef shawarma, steak sandwich, chicken shish tawook, the Zaatar pie (thyme mix), the cheese pie (I was told the cheese was also home made), the spicy sausage (sajik) and the falafel.. OMG what can I tell you about the falafel, it's also home made, green on the inside and soft with the right consistency and spices !! Even the pickles are also home made!! Everything else is also out of this world. It makes it really very difficult for me to eat these plates anywhere else because no one can get them to taste that perfect .. ohh I have also tried their lentil soup and their tamari dessert !!! Everything is such a treat and made with passion and the quantities are so huge !!! Try anything I mentioned here and you will see what I'm talking about!! I can't resist NOT stopping by every time now I heading back home. Another great advantage is that there is parking right in front of the place and you don't have to pay !! This is huge in downtown Toronto. So run to this place you won't be disappointed, you can ask to customize your food the way you like it. read more

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Walking by on a Friday night when I came upon this tiny kiosk on Dundas. Chef Harwash himself made me a delicious, albeit messy beef kebab garnished with fresh tomatoes, parsley and various sauce. I highly recommend this place. I'll definitely come back to try more of the Syrian treats! Discovering treasures like this make Toronto special. read more

Terrific food. Area has a lot of construction right now but we parked on a neighborhood street a few blocks away and it was easy to walk right up to the window. Well worth the little effort to get there for excellent middle eastern food! read more

Was craving for some shawarma in the area,after checking Yelp decided to check out this spot(based on good reviews)ordered chicken shawarma and after waiting for about 10 minutes the guy told us that he ran out of chicken so we agreed on beef one.Waiting time was long and even tho we ordered before some family he prepared a shawarma for their kids before ours order(they were speaking same language)Anyway beef was rubbery,not enough greens,not saucy,mostly filled up with onion,Therefore nothing special tbh. I would pay for that anything before 10$ but not 12$+ tax.It was our first and last visit. read more

The sandwiches are extremely flavourful and delicious. I highly recommend the shish taouk sandwich. Great value for scrumptious food, and the server is very welcoming and friendly. I love passing by on a cold day to grab a Sahlab hot drink. Harwash is a hidden treasure on Dundas. read more

I wish I took a picture. I work across the street and often go to the market for food I had the soujuk sandwich and holy shit it was phenomenal. The soujuk was cooked perfectly and the bun was toasted just right the pickles and the garlic sauce are the perfect topping this man knows what he is doing and I'm here for it it's definitely a regular place for me now. read more

I swear, this place has THE BEST falafel I've ever had -- I've never had anything like them in Toronto before. I'm usually a meats person and not a big fan of falafels, but theirs are so flavourful and next level and really got me to appreciate the food. I've been missing out! I've only been here a few times so far, but it's always been a treat. My faves hands-down are their falafels and tamari (sweet dessert - never heard of it before but totally glad I tried it), but their beef shawarma and soujek (juicy seasoned meat with pickles and homemade garlic mayo sandwich) are sooo darn tasty too. Also, the brothers that run the place are so friendly and funny. Definitely a bonus to a tasty meal. I'm really excited to come back and try more things. Their menu looks really interesting. They're a new place so I'm super hyped to see what they'll bring next to Toronto. Definitely a great add to the hidden gem of Market 707! read more

My mission is to try everything ont he menu because so far, everything I've tried has been fantastic. My personal fav is the Toshka, a Middle Eastern Quesdilla that contians cheese, spicey beef sausage and a topping of spices. Its a great place to go int the summer to eat at the patio tables but also great with take out or delivery. If you're into savoury yogurt drinks theirs is top class and I can say I haven't had a better one in Toronto. read more

I've only tried their shawarma, but it was a great shawarma! I'll be back to try other stuff. the chef is friendly and nice.

Tiny place with big taste!! falafel plate is one of if not best I've had... and I've had a lot. Super tasty.. super friendly... worth the time. read more

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Best Shawarma I've had in Toronto! And chef Harwash is such a friendly awesome guy. I love eating here.

This place is a diamond in the rough. Super authentic Syrian street food, especially given the tiny space the chef operates out of. I had the falafel, shawarma, and sujuk all were hits especially the sujuk. read more

The wraps were very yummy ! I would definitely recommend it and would love to visit again whenever it's possible. The place is not like a fine dinning but the food is awesome. Thank you Chef Harwash for making amazing food. read more

You NEED to give this place a chance. Authentic doesn't even come close to describe the food here. Best falafel wrap and chicken shawarma I can remember. The "Middle Eastern thyme saj" is a rare treat for $7. Owner has great energy. read more

This was the best Shawarma I have ever had in Toronto. I am from the Middle East and can be very sceptical but it was so authentic and delicious! I loved it!!! read more

Chef is the nicest and most hardworking man I've met in Toronto. The customer service here is like no other, and the food is better and way more authentic than any fancy restaurant downtown. The entire process took 5-7 minutes, and the food was carefully prepared, tasted amazing, and looked even better than the photos. You're not gonna find a better tasting place for this low price. There's no doubt I'll be back! Thank you Chef! read more

The falafel here is incredible. The flatbread they wrap the sandwiches in is so fresh and doughy and unique. The seasoning and flavours in the toppings are so good and the falafel is cooked perfectly. I also love their chicken shawarma and cheese saj. read more

Amazing food and quick service! Absolutely devoured my meal. The guy serving us was also very kind and had good suggestions.

One of the container food stalls. Good sandwiches and Saj thyme manaeesh and a friendly owner.

Delicious, authentic Syrian food! These guys know how to grill meat. The flat bread is made fresh and tastes like it. Great service, great prices. Highly recommended. I look forward to trying all the specialties on the menu! read more

Amazing.. Amazing...Food. I will go back there every week. Great brothers. Check this place out. Highly recommend..