Updating this review a year later to reiterate everything I shared last time!…read more We enjoyed a quick lunch on the patio with the cold and hot mezza samplers. Delicious to the very last bite with flavor throughout and spices to chase. Jose was our server this round and was very attentive and friendly. He steered us in the right direction for the right amount of food for two people. Would absolutely recommend this beautiful Lebanese kitchen for appetizers, lunch and dinner we will return!

Mazahr is a Lebanese restaurant located on W 11th with a covered patio seating and a pretty big…read moreindoor seating area. My coworker and I came here on a Saturday afternoon, we got a reservation ahead of time and I'm glad we did because this place was pretty busy. We got their aperol spritz for drinks which was very refreshing, would recommend this for the summer. For food, we got their dip platter and chose their hummus, labne, and baba ghannouj. My coworker was gluten-free so they were very nice to give us some gluten free chips instead of the bread with the dips. We also got their halloumi fries which came with a pomegrante dipping sauce - I LOVED IT! The halloumi fries were cooked so well! We also got their prawns which were really fresh and delicious. I would definitely come back! Their hummus was so good, it's for sure a very authentic Lebanese spot.

I cannot wait to get more of the items here and I'm so annoyed that it took me this long because…read morethis was amazing! First off, the shop is super small but I was able to snag a table (there are 3 but it seems most popular for take out). The service was fast and really lovely. And the cost is super affordable for the quantity and quality. I got the FALAFEL MANOUSHEH (FALAFEL MIX, SPREAD AND BAKED ON OUR HOUSE-MADE FLATBREAD. TOPPED WITH TAHINI SAUCE, TOMATOES, PICKLED TURNIP & PARSLEY) and a side of their hummus. The bread is baked freshly and the falafel packs a ton of flavour. The cold tomatoes, turnip, and parsley add a brightness without overpowering the main base. Their hummus was ultra smooth and was so nice to dip dip! This portion was huge and really made the perfect lunch! I dare to say this was one of the best falafels in the city!

A very tiny yet highly acclaimed restaurant in Vancouver near Yaletown-Roundhouse SkyTrain station…read more We stumbled upon this place while walking right at opening, so we got first pick at one of the 3 tables for dine-in. Definitely try to go at opening or when it is not busy, as the dine-in experience is memorable - they place your order in a long wooden board to make it a beautiful spread. We got the Manoush'eh Special which has ground beef, pomegranate, etc and Sham Style which is shaped like a boat. We also tried the yogurt drink which pairs well with the dishes. The only con is that this place does not have free water, but it is no problem to have our own water bottles supplementing the meal. We also got the lentil soup which is pretty good. Definitely sufficient to share one to try, but the Manoush'eh outshines the rest of the items. I loved the quality and texture of the Manoush'eh and just the breads in general. It is a lot of food for 2 people so if you want a snack, you can definitely just share 1. Some people go here for the wraps too. Overall, an affordable restaurant with good food. We got the most expensive items and it was less than 50 CAD all-in, but a lot of the items are around the 10 CAD mark.

Food , Service and restaurant was open , clean and a very friendly atmosphere. We were greeted by…read morethe Host/Manager and seated promptly even without a reservation. Saba had been recommended to me by a colleague a day before when I was visiting Vancouver BC to teach a class. His recommendation was the Lamb Haneeth that was a lamb shoulder that was slow cooked underground in pots for 8 hrs so that the lamb fell off the bone and just melts in your mouth. It sits on top of a bed of flavored rice from the slow roasted juices of the lamb. Wow, just describing it makes me wanna go back as soon as I can to have it again! We also got the Flat Bread that was baked in a flame oven with melted butter . It was so crispy but chewy and lite.. SOO GOOD! I would not have found this place without my new friend's recommendation...

First (and only) Yemeni restaurant in town!…read more Came in for brunch for the first time and was immediately drawn in by the waffle photos I ended up ordering the savoury waffle made with potato instead of flour. The texture was great, just a little on the oily side. The charred beef had a nice Chinese wok-style flavour, paired with a giant tandoor bread--really interesting combo! Both hot drinks were solid, but I especially loved the cinnamon latte. It really warmed me up.

We had a chicken shawarma plate and shared it with two people…read more Everything was perfect. The hot sauce is spicy so we got it on the side. Chicken was delicious. Garlic sauce, pickles and Hummus all came together to make it perfect. So tired and hungry I forgot to take a pic. This is inside the library square off the ramp on the second level. Nice people. Fast service. Delicious food. I'd definitely come here again.

We just wanted something to eat before we went to the library and found this cozy little…read moreMedittaranean place. I ordered a chicken shawama sandwich with sides, and it was really good. Service was good too.

Went out for dinner with my friends and this was a very unique experience. The Broadway location is…read morebeautiful, it's very open and they had entertainment when we went on a Thursday night. I love how you can get unlimited servings with the platter and can try different options each time. The Service was prompt and our server was checking in with us routinely to get refills.

Came for a friends birthday celebration, turns out we weren't the only ones, and had a great time!…read moreThe menu is straight forward and most of us opted for the Chai Feast - great deal and variety to choose from! I had tried almost everything on the menu but have to admit that the vegetarian options reigned supreme over the meat options. I left extremely full and satisfied. Really appreciate how the refills come quick and in smaller portions! This way you get to try everything! Service was great and I will definitely be back for Friday/Saturday live music!

Stopped by here for a quick bite without much research and was very impressed! Had a great vibe and…read morelots of seating, as well as WiFi! The food was also really yummy - the highlight was the Garlic Aioli (like a Toum garlic dip + mayo) and both their types of fries were good too! Super yummy. Got the Chicken Wrap - the sauce makes it. The Halloumi wrap was kind of plain, could use some meat haha.

I ordered the chicken tawouk wrap, it was just okay. I should have gone to Mr. Shawarma up the…read morestreet. The portion size was VERY small and it was a lot of bread. Mainly bread actually and some chicken, maybe one pickle and a couple fries. However the bread is very good and definitely made fresh but it's not want I was expecting Loved the inside and ambience so would go with maybe a group but I don't think I'll return at least for a wrap. A wrap was $16

Lavantine was such a beautiful restaurant in Vancouver! The rooftop atmosphere was absolutely…read moregorgeous and made for such a nice dining experience. We started with the hummus as an appetizer, which was creamy and flavorful. I also ordered a drink from their 1001 Nights menu, and the presentation was so cute--it actually came in the form of a little storybook, which was such a fun and unique touch! For our main dishes, we ordered the salmon skewers and kofta skewers. Everything was incredibly flavorful, well-seasoned, and cooked nicely. The flavors really stood out and made the meal memorable. The service was initially great, and our waiter was very kind and attentive. However as time went on sadly we felt like we had gotten forgotten and we had to remind another waiter to bring our food. They also brought me the wrong dish although I had ordered the salmon skewers so we had to wait for that a bit. The main food sadly was not as flavorful as the appetizer and the drink although the presentation was good. However the manager was kind and apologized and brought us a complimentary Dubai dessert which again had a great presentation but was too sweet for my taste. I will still give this a place a shot in the future.

Watched the World Cup final here and it was a fun and unique experience. I love this rooftop…read morebecause it feels like you're on a vacation instead of feeling like you're in Vancouver. I loved all of the food, but my favourite was the lamb in the dips. I ordered a latte and because it was busy it was taking a while and the server acknowledged how long it took and took care of the latte as well, which was really kind.

I had the best meal there last night. I came on my own and was pleased that they put me near the…read moremusicians who were playing excellent music. I had the lamb dinner with a side of labne and bread. It truly was superb. The whole experience transported me magically to Lebanon. The service was excellent and they were excited to know it was my first time. I will be back soon for sure and will bring my friends. Thank you, Yasma!

Food is good here, but service leaves something to be desired. Overall the mezze and kabobs are…read moregood (although lamb kibbeh nayeh and lamb burger see a bit weird); beef is better in my opinion We were a party of 19 and had ordered 8 mezze and they gave his 1 bread basket of 4 pitas and it took several minutes for the next bread basket to come out. Then they told us they had run out and would serve us Costco pita. Upon leaving we saw people with Lebanese pita. A group spending 1600 getting shafted on pita. Not cool and super cheap. Service is slow here as they are understaffed.

The food was absolutely delicious it really satisfied my stomach everyone from the services to…read morethe food was really good. I can down here from the states for my birthday the guy was really kind to me and gave me a baklava which I was happy to eat! The space is nice and clean and the restaurant felt like I was at a family gathering!

Stopped by for a late lunch and had to get a Doner because these aren't available in the states…read more--or at least the places I've gone/lived. I enjoyed it but there wasn't as much sauce in the doner compared to the donair dude so it was just a bit less flavorful but still good because the meat was better here. Inside it was super humid and hot so we opted to eat at one of the two available tables outside and people watched a bit.  ~~Parking: Metered street parking available. Though I'm not sure about the side streets and if those residential streets are free.  ~~Service: Good. The person making the doner was nice. Not much interaction otherwise but I like when it's quick and efficient.  ~~Return: Yes

Dining at East is East is a unique, immersive experience that feels like stepping into a cozy…read morecultural oasis. The warm lighting, artistic decor, and relaxing ambiance set a wonderful stage for enjoying a comforting meal infused with vibrant Eastern traditions. The service was attentive and hospitable, making the meal feel smooth and inviting. The standout of the visit was the famous Silk Route Feast, which offered an incredible tasting journey alongside delicious individual bowls like the rich Chicken Masala and deeply spiced Lamb Curry.

Stopped by in a group of two for lunch for the Chai Feast. This the perfect way to sample many of…read morethe foods especially as the other person at lunch had not previously attended this dining establishment. We were seated right away and provided complimentary soy chai...so good. And then we started sampling many items from the Chai Feast. The presentation is excellent when they bring out the platter with the many dishes....and each dish has unique tastes. Always a fan of the boulani and this time the stars of the meal for me were the Creamy Mushroom & Eggplant and the Lamb Curry. The service was great and it was a positive food experience.