Wow we are walking distance from Darna but it took us five years to finally try it. We've been…read moremissing out! Well-lit, slightly modern looking decor, comfy atmosphere that's pretty casual. Lots of different people helped us out, took our order, brought food etc. but it felt like the service while good, was just slightly below great. We got the veggie clay pot and the mixed grill to share between two people, and my son got a fattoush salad and the kebbeh. The mixed grill was great, all the meats were flavourful, and tender/juicy. It came with a lamb/beef kebab, some beef tenderloin, and some chicken. I think there were roast potatoes too, but my memory is a bit fuzzy on that part. The veggie stew was poured onto a plate of bulgur and was really really good. Lots of flavour, all the veggies (carrots, cauliflower, onions, etc.) were tender. the juices ran through the bulgur which made for a great side dish to go with the meat. The kebbeh was tasty but still a bit disappointing -- there were only three, and didn't feel like quite enough to make a meal. Luckily the fattoush salad was huge otherwise my son would have left the restaurant hungry. Compared to some of the dishes we saw on other tables, this dish seems to be an outlier in terms of quantity of food, and it's certainly not worth the $28 price; I wouldn't recommend it. Despite the disappointment with the one meal, all the food was delicious and I still felt like the meal on the whole was good value, and I wouldn't mind going back to try some of their other dishes.

Amazing food. Nice ambience. Friendly service. The chef came to our table to say hello.read more

Service was quick. You can order at the table or at the counter and they will bring you your food…read more The food was tasty and well portioned, I will be going back for a quick meal!

Food is slightly overpriced considering that they require you to tip but only provide partial table…read moreservice. The restaurant itself is pretty spacious but it does get busy during brunch hours on weekends.

Love this place for takeout! They have the space to eat in too but it's a bit of a dive…read more Super friendly service with a warm smile in the heart of Bloor West Village. Delicious Shawarma Plate, Falafel Sandwich and fresh Baklava (they have walnut, pistachio or almond). Definitely coming back for more!

Very tasty and good portions for the price. I did find some things could use a smidge more…read moreseasoning but overall, pretty good!! I like that the plates are all veggies and hummus, no rice/potatoes. I was happily full at the end

Had the Frenzy Shawarma - the headline menu item…read more Unfortunately, it was very unevenly assembled. Some parts of the wrap were all cabbage, while others were mostly meat. It was the most uneven doner/shawarma/gyros I'd ever had, so it tasted odd, with some bites being very crunchy (due to them being essentially just cabbage). The meat on its own tasted only so so, so even a shawarma assembled with more care wouldn't have been particularly noteworthy. This place is also the most stingy with sauce ever - my shawarma was super dry.

$8.75 for chicken shawarma is an unbeatable deal. Plus, it tastes great. The staff working there…read moreare a bit frenzied...pun intended. Seriously, their shawarma is not just affordable but it tastes freakin' great. I'm glad I stopped by for a bite. Keep in mind that they do not have adequate seating. This place is primarily a take-out spot.

I believe Aish Tanoor may have changed management. Otherwise I couldn't explain the stark contrast…read morefrom my first dining experience there. First of all, the place is dirty. Second, it's completely empty, whereas the first time I was there it was bustling. We placed a large order for takeout for a dinner party. We placed the order via their online ordering system. When I came to pick up the food, I was greeted with "what order?". It took them 5 minutes to finally bother looking up the online ordering system to find the order there. Then they said it would take 45 minutes to prepare. At the time that I have hungry dinner guests waiting at home. At which point, I opted to leave. But before I left, I tried to get my money back, and the attendant was useless. He told me that he cannot do it without the manager. He called the manager and I spoke to him, and he told me that he will issue the refund the following week. The following week, the refund was not issued.. surprise surprise. I had to chase the manager for several days before the refund was finally issued. Yikes. Yikes. Yikes.

Very basic atmosphere, not dancing nor dining room look, large colourful paintings on the wall,…read morehowever, the food each time I have been there or ordered take-out it has been delicious ! Have never been disappointed . The service was fine, they came to take our order in good timing and were also able to make some adjustments to the menu.

Big, spacious restaurant if you'd like to come with either a group, or a more intimate setting…read more The service was exceptional, full marks. Full service bar. We got a round of Lebanese arak which was very smooth and of great quality. The lunchtime good options while not very extensive, are still of good quality. I thought the grilled chicken was a bit tough, but otherwise everything else was top-notch, especially the traditional middle eastern mezes. The pita bread is always fresh and fluffy. Excellent options for both vegetarians and those who aren't.

3 stars for food 5 stars for service hence the 4 star…read morerating. Went during lunch with my family. The salads are plenty but very citrusy. I liked the baba ganoush and hummus. Fresh warm pita is brought to the table. Some of the chicken was room temperature. There should be more options for mains. The food was decent but not memorable. The desserts station offers much variety however i noticed a hair on the syrup jar. Staff should monitor the buffet area frequently to keep an eye on everything to ensure cleanliness. Our server was absolutely amazing. We didn't get her name but she was an older (indian or west-indian?? not sure) woman and was so funny and kind. She made our dining experience amazing.

We ate as a party of 11. The restaurant was very nice to accomodate…read more The decor is very fun and the general restaurant is made to accomodate part of 2 and 4s. Having eleven guest we found the table seating very cramped still to the point that guest were elbowing each other, it would have been nice if the restuarant had another table allocated for us just for more space. I ordered the Dizi (Abgoosht). It came with a soup that was a bit greasy, yogurt, pickled sides and a stewed lamb. It was well cooked but I wish the food was seasoned a bit less. Some of the kabob ordered by another guest made of ground beef was an oversalted hamburger meat in shape of kabob...it was not impressive. With our large party I thought it would be interesting to comment the restaurant automatically applied 15% tip. I would give this another try but perhaps not as a big party. It's also interesting to note none of the servers were not Persian. Salamati!

Love the cozy and eclectic space & decor. The food was very authentic & good quality (according to…read moremy Persian friends). The service was quite friendly too. Tip#1: Add a bit (or a lot!) of Sumac seasoning (dark red powder in the shaker bottle) onto your kebob meat. It has an almost sour fruity taste which really balances out and adds an unique edge to the meaty kabobs. Tip#2: You'll get small packets of butter that you're supposed to mix & melt into your rice. //APPETIZERS// We tried their Maast-e Saadeh (yogurt dip) with Persian flatbread, Zeitoon Parvardeh (olives), and the Kal Kabob (eggplant with ground walnut & pomergranate) which was my favourite and quite sour. //ENTREES// I tried the Kubideh and Jujeh (Chicken Breast) Kabob, which were both delicious and juicy. The Kabob-e-Torsh veal sirloin meat was too tough, while the the pomegranate walnut molasses was interesting to try, know that it's quite sour too! I also substituted the rice for the salad which was too overdressed with vinaigrette. //DESSERT// My ABSOLUTE favourite thing we had was the Saffron Rosewater Ice Cream. It's beautifully plated and has the perfect balance of creamy, floral, and sweet flavours with crunchy pistachio & pomergranate seeds. I would come back to Sheherzade literally just to have that amazing Saffron Rosewater Ice Cream again & again!

If you're looking for authentic Middle Eastern food in Toronto, Dubai Levant is definitely worth a…read morevisit. From the moment the food arrived, you could tell everything was made with care. The meats were juicy, perfectly seasoned, and full of smoky flavor, while the rice and fresh sides balanced every bite. Their drinks were refreshing and paired perfectly with the meal. What made the experience even better was learning about the chef, whose years of experience in luxury hotels around the world are reflected in every dish. The attention to detail and quality really stand out. Warm hospitality, generous portions, and flavors that transport you straight to the Middle East--Dubai Levant is a spot I'll gladly keep coming back to.

DubaiLevant is located in the main‑floor food court of Emerald Park, making it easy to reach by…read moresubway on lines 1 and 4 at Sheppard-Yonge Station. If you're driving, there's parking available on site, which is convenient. The chef brings years of experience from well‑known hotels and restaurants, and it really shows in the food. The menu offers a wide range of authentic Persian dishes made with high‑quality ingredients. We ordered the Mix Cold Appetizers", "Lamb Shank", "Beef Kebab", and "Beef Chenjeh Kebab". Every meat dish was juicy, tender, and well‑marinated. We ended our meal with a creamy Blueberry Cheesecake, which was a lovely sweet finish.