Great shawarma place. Meat at tender and delicious…read more Great portions and always fresh and hot

As we ordered we watched in awe as the servers defied the laws of physics with the amount of food…read morethey fit in our containers. We got to choose from a few different sauces and there were lots of great options. It was nice to see that the beef steak was cooked fresh for us. On the way home the food smelled amazing and we already knew we'd have to come back. We were really pleased by the value of the Chicken Plate and the Meat Lover Plate. Between the two of us we barely ate half of the food and it was all delicious. All of the meat was tender and seasoned incredibly well so we savoured every bite. The rice and potatoes were cooked perfectly and complemented the meat very well. We really enjoyed the homemade hummus and loved how much we got. Next time we're craving shawarma this is definitely where we'll be going!

a month ago , my husband and I who are vegetarians and we just came into town from Quebec saw this…read moreplace at a corner plaza almost missed it ! walked in 2 ladies an older one and a younger one were inside on a hot day It was not stinky meaty place and the older lady looked like she cooked stuff herself not order it from grocery store frozen section ! we ordered two flafel on brown pita or whole wheat after a while she offered a larger thinner homemade bread she made herself at the shop we said yes homemade bread !!! she reminded me of my old babushka (a great clean cook) she made a huge falafel the most delicious we have ever had and as a vegetarian i know I have tried many falafels in my life at different cities and countries we went back there again , and there was a younger gentleman working there , he put the homemade flafels we ordered on a regular whole wheat pita , but still delicious , still the ingredients too much and too fresh , still as delicious. we will go back if in durham area again and hungry. the only place for us .. still when that lady who looks like owner happens to be there we will demand her homemade freshly made larger thin pita bread as makes her delicious falafel and her fresh tasty topping much more delicious. and unique price was around &7 per flafel .

I liked the food. It was good presentation and all together, the food tasted alright. The chicken…read morewas very dry and bland though. I've been to places where the chicken on its own is flavourful. Not this place. It's a decent option comparably to other places.

A Wonderful Surprise at A Tavola in Whitby!…read more I hadn't been back to A Tavola in almost 10 years--ever since becoming vegan--because I assumed there wouldn't be much on the menu for me. Last night, my friends and I decided to go anyway, knowing the quality was always great... and I'm so glad we did! To my surprise and delight, Chef Vito let us know that all of their pastas are vegan and he could easily modify the sauces to suit my diet. The food was absolutely delicious--it tasted just like the meals I had in Italy. The quality, attention to detail, and service were even better than I remembered. I started with the fennel and orange salad, followed by a beautifully adapted pasta dish, and every bite was perfection. We left so happy that we chose to support a locally owned restaurant instead of a corporate chain. It's such a joy to celebrate the small businesses in our community that truly care about their craft. We'll definitely be back!

A great small local Italian restaurant. We've had many of…read morethe dishes here and there were no disappointments. Great service too.

We were shown to our table and handed over to Amanda C. A bright, cute, smart, friendly young…read morewoman. She was a delight to deal with. Our party of 4 selected 3 different entree's, (Wanda and I both had the Filet Mignon.) We each raved about the flavour, texture and presentation of our meals. The combination of a very competent server and top quality food made for en enjoyable dining experience. Let's put it in a different light. I complain a lot. I found nothing to complain about at Harpo's

Amazing. Probably one of the best meals I've had. Seriously…read more I bought the surf and turf 3 course meal for $99 on the Friday before valentines for my hubby and I. I'd never been here before but saw some great reviews on my Durham Region Eats Facebook group. The restaurant was really nice inside, very clean and classy looking. I got takeaway so I didnt stay, but would come back as the booths look comfy and there is a fireplace. First off, the waitress helping me (her name was Jamiee-Lea) was SO NICE. She gave the best service. She went above and beyond. Im 8 months pregnant and offered me gingerale or a water while I waited. She also offered to carry my takeout for me. Secondly. The food was phenomenal and you can't beat the price. Ceasar salad dressing was homemade and probably the best I've ever had. Big chunks of real parm. The meal was literally unreal. Lobster, steak cooked perfectly, butter, vegetables. Great garlic bread. Cheesecake is amazing. I will 100% be back.

Stumbled in this place and glad I did. It was the juiciest ans tender skewers. We got a mix of the…read moreskewers from the Koobideh, chicken and Barg skewers. The Barg is thr best followed by the koobideh and chicken. Something to get is the Mast-o-Khiar, it's a great add to eat with the rice and the Pita bread. Can't wait to come back again! The food was soo good, we didn't get to take pictures cause we devoured it so fast.

Barg Wrap (Steak) Shawarma Plate…read more We stopped in today and ordered take out for lunch, after a friend had recommended this place to us. We spoke with the hostess and she was an absolute sweetheart. We did not know they have been around since 2008! However, there is new ownership this last year. I must say there's a reason people are recommending the food. There is free parking in behind the restaurant. The interior is cozy and has tables for dining in. We opted for a wrap and a plate; splitting both. The plate was loaded with rice, garlic sauce, hummus and lots of chicken shawarma. Topped with another sauce, this was the perfect combo. The meat was juicy and flavorful. There were multiple dressings to choose from for the salad. The Barg wrap was a steak wrap and my hubby commented on how tender the meat was. The wrap was an ok size and was a nice mix of veggies. All in all we had a solid experience and will definitely be back to try more of their menu.

We stopped in for a late lunch. We had the Lunch pork souvlaki special. The Greek salad was…read moreamazing. I would get a large salad n it's on for a meal as it was one of the best I've had. The lunch size is the same I think as the dinner size. The lemon potatoes could have used a little more lemon but overall were great. The server was very friendly and helpful as this was our first visit. The ambiance is basically Greece indoors. Lots of paintings and ocean views. The soulvaki was great. We will be back

Quaint family-own Greek restaurant with authentic Greek decor. Very lively with a festive vibe…read more Service is slow but the servers are friendly and busy. The food is good and portions are big. Chicken souvlaki tender and potatoes are lemony. Calamari fresh and crispy. We tried the Ktipiti (whipped feta with hot pepper) dip and it was tasty, just a tad salty. Overall a good experience and you do feel like being in Greece.

Great place for Middle Eastern fast food! Service was very friendly, nice surroundings, good…read moreprices. The setup is very similar to Subway where you go up to counter to order, pick your toppings, then you can sit down or take it to go. The food quality is excellent! Not a big menu, but still very good offering beef or chicken in either dish or sandwich format. They also have a number of appetizers and sides to choose from. In the end we tried both the Chicken Shawarma plate and the Beef Shawarma sandwich (or wrap). The beef sandwich was my favourite, added onions, lettuce, tomato, hot peppers, Tahini sauce and hot sauce, spectacular! Order it in a combo and you get regular fries and a drink. The chicken dish also came with Basmati rice, roasted potatoes (awesome), salad, hummus and pita bread. Garlic sauce and hot sauce on the chicken, again very good. Tried both the Falafel and Samosa appetizers. They were both very good, but I found them both a bit dry because the don't offer proper dips for them, like a mango chutney or something. Overall I was pleasantly surprised and will definitely be going back!

Awesome food. I've never been disappointed eating here. These are authentic shawarma's and they…read morelots of of authentic middle eastern food. Limited seating in the restaurant but I've never had an issue. Although I usually get the food to go

What's not to love about Maimana? This is one of my favourite restaurants in Ajax and I've known…read morefor some time that they have a location in Whitby but never had the chance to get to it... until yesterday! The Whitby location is much larger than the Ajax restaurant and has plenty of seating. The food is exactly the same and believe me consistency is key! We opted for one of our all-time favourites, the chicken breast salad but this time, I wanted to try the wrap as well. We were also generously given a hearty bowl of chicken barley soup which was soooo good (and much appreciated given the day was dark and drizzly). Maimana's dishes are next level. Clean, healthy eating and always delicious.

3.5/5 Shish kebab dinner with salad rice naan has two…read moreskewers and tax in was $18! Great deal and made fresh. Lamb shank was $13 and huge and meat was tender. Extra shish kebab $5 Lots of seating inside. Flavour wise I thought it could use more flavour maybe more salt as well. Everything tasted super fresh but more flavour would really hit the spot.

Great food, lovely ambience, and friendly service. Overall, a really enjoyable experience and…read moredefinitely worth a visit!

I had a colleague pick up lunch from here and it was really good, so I had to go check it out…read moremyself! Walking it, it's nothing too different from a typical shawarma shop - except maybe it's one of the cleaner ones I've been to. They do have quite a few options on the menu: bowls, platters, wraps, etc. AND CALORIES! (which I always appreciate). I ordered a small chicken wrap, with the old school toppings, and spicy! For about $9, it was a good size. The taste: very decent! And very generous with the meat and toppings... so I am not sure if the posted calorie is actually true... but oh well. My only issue. It's wrapped like a cannoli - open at both ends. Could I please ask that you tuck in one end so it's a little bit easier to eat? It's definitely one of the "harder-to-eat" shawarmas I've had. It's not easy opening up in the pandemic, so I really hope they stick it out - would be nice to have a new spot for lunch as we go back to the office.

We tried the Dip Trio, Falafel, Zaatar Manakeesh, and the Mix Shawarma Plate--and honestly,…read moreeverything we ate was outstanding. The freshly baked pita that comes with most dishes is some of the best we've had in the Durham region. The ambience is casual, with a cozy café vibe perfect for hanging out with friends, and they also offer hookah if you're into that. The service is super friendly and welcoming. Just a heads-up--they don't provide complimentary water, so either bring your own bottle or be prepared to purchase it.

I've only ever ordered takeout and they've been very accommodating. The shawarma wraps are huge so…read moreI'd say it's worth the money. The beef shawarma is my favourite, incredibly juicy and lots of flavour. They have a great patio and whenever I've been inside to pick up, the seats have been filled. Nice spot for lunch!