I have no previous memories of Africa.. now after visiting Memories of Africa, Peri Peri chili…read morepowder and Beef Biltong now will be always at the back of my mind. Beef Biltong supposed to be a South African delicacy with beef air dried instead of smoked to create that unique taste and texture... (and the addition seasoning of Peri Peri sure helps with the taste!) My friend at first was really skeptical... since the Beef Biltong in the fridge looks not too appetizing but after she start eating that, she could not stop!... Beef Biltong is something that you have to eat every single bites of it before you can stop, that is addictive! There are also bottles of condiments, sauces, seasonings that are all from South Africa... which is quite unique and you cannot find in a supermarket near you! The store is nicely maintained, the store owner is so so nice... asked me if I want a cookie... hey not going to say no... yes please!

During my Summer search for the African Bird's Eye Chili more popularly known as Peri Peri, I came…read moreacross the Memories of Africa website. It was with that search that I found there is limited supply of South African foods and basically no authentic restaurants available derived from that region. Btw, Moroccan and Ethiopian are not of that region. The same search of Peri Peri lead me to find South African specialties such as Boerwors(Farmer's Sausage) and Biltong(Cured Meat). While there might be a handful within the GTA and surrounding areas, this location is the closest and most convenient for me. This is not a large shop by any means as they do sales on their website but if you do come by, the friendly owner is there to greet you. Inside is a lightly African themed shop that consists mostly of Can, Dry, Package Goods. They are mostly unique as to your local Grocery Store probably will not stock the same items. Most noticeable was a Spillers Peri Peri Oil, the Freezer of Boerwors, Fridge of Biltongs, Mrs H. S. Ball's Chutneys, and a good selection of Candies and Chocolates. Florence Meats Peri Peri Biltong($6.50/100g) tasted like Jerky Beef except it's cut thin and against the grain with flakes of Peri Peri for flavour. As with any Jerky Beef it can get addiction as a snack and noted by a friend it tasted like Chinese Cured Meat.

One word of advice. Check your receipt to see if you paid the correct amount…read more I noticed later that the online menu and the in restaurant screen said 15.99 whereas my receipt said 16.99. When I confronted the cashier about it, he said the computer said 16.99 and it's the most updated price. If the computer said 1000 dollars, am I supposed to pay 1000 dollars? The agreed contract price is 15.99 and that should be that. Later the cashier went to the back (assuming to talk to the manager/owner), and he gave me back a loonie (technically it should have been 1.13, but whatever). This place chose to use metal utensils instead of single use ones. The knife he gave me was quite disgustingly dirty (see pic). The food itself was decent. And for the amount of food, the price is very reasonable. I got the Raven Platter. My friend's fish platter was also decent, but looking at the texture and color, we couldn't tell if it was cooked thoroughly or not. We chose to keep eating and hope for the best. I finished most of my food, but I couldn't really comfortably eat all of the food, not knowing whether the plate or anything else they used was really clean to begin with. I'll come back and edit the review should anything happen :/ We probably should have brought up the price discrepancy issue AFTER we got our food. Needless to say, not gonna come back. Quality: 6/10. Service: 3/10. Value: 7/10. Overall: 3.5/10 (Not an average).

Very good. Husband loved the fried chicken and impressed with quality. He got the 3-piece combo and…read morethe fries were enough for 2 people ! Large portions. Combo only 9.99! A steal. I had the fish platter (12.99) and while good I really don't cared for the cheap standard restaurant options of flavourless tilapia or basa fillets. I would have preferred another option such as salmon. I had the peri rice which is a type of spiced rice and a side salad. The salad was good quality as it contained spinach , tomatoes and cucumbers along with the iceberg. They have a veggie burger which I will try next time. I also appreciate the variety of sides you can get including potatoes or corn. The peri sauce was very spicy and I enjoyed it. Great hours (close at 12am fri & sat) so perfect when its a late night and you are at a loss for food options ). Will be back soon to try other menu items. Can get busy here so try to call ahead. Took our order about 20 min.

The most perfectly done stakes i had in GTA. The flavor was awesome, actually it was perfection. …read more. i could see that effort was put in the preparation of the food. I highly recommend trying this place out. 5/5

Well cooked and seasoned chicken. The sizzlers were nice and tangy. I suggest those if you like…read moremore contrasting flavors otherwise the chicken is good. There's a lot of seating and when I went for dinner on a weekend it was relatively quiet. Overall, it's a good halal option for grilled chicken.

I had lunch today at Galito's Flame-Grilled Chicken…read more You choose what you want from the menu above the cash and then order and pay for it. They bring it to you when it's ready (it took about 10 minutes). I ordered a 1/2 chicken with mild sauce and corn on the cob as my side. The chicken was just okay ... kind of on the small side. The corn was just okay too ... it seemed like it had been soaking in water for a while and then put on the grilled to heat it up and char. The staff weren't very friendly.

Not bad not bad at all. Other than going on a weekday and there's closed! At six! So tried again…read morebut called fist. They're open! Woohoo! Got a full chicken towndies and garlic bread. Bread wasn't bad. Rice as very nice. Perfect yellow rice goes well with chicken. Classic mini potatoes but slightly underdone. Chicken was proper. Grilled juicy cut up loved it. Some of my favourite chicken. Sauce is okay. Tasty but not spicy more tangy. I enjoyed it. One of those business that only hire one gender and race which is ridiculous but welcome to Toronto!

The wife & I had planned to get dinner at the Mexican place next door but the scent of this place…read morecalled me in. She got a quarter chicken and I splurged on the beef ribs. She enjoyed her chicken and saved some for lunch the next day. The ribs... I've only had beef ribs a few times. I'm fine with pork ribs & chicken wings but I don't think I've had beef ribs in almost 25 years. These did not make me regret the gap. The first one was nice. The second and third were too fatty and had too much gristle. The side dishes were nice; I should have gotten the grilled veggies instead of the fries but wanted to treat myself. I may come back in the future, and try something else on the menu.

From the owner: Welcome to Grillado’sTM! Indulge in our mouthwatering Beef Back Ribs, perfectly grilled with a…read moreSouth African twist. Craving Portuguese chicken? We've got you covered. Our diverse menu includes Beef Back ribs, steaks, and the best Smash burgers in town – classic, beef, and smash burgers. Dive into the smoky goodness of our BBQ dishes. Planning an event? Let Grillado’sTM cater to your needs. We offer halal options, ensuring everyone can enjoy our flavorful offerings.

Love this location for Nando's! This is the second time I've been here. Food is consistent. I…read morereally enjoy their Lemon & Herb sauced chicken. The meat was cooked to perfection and very tender! For sides, I had the brussel sprouts and spiced rice. Both were great. I also had the mango-flavoured lemonade, which was great paired with spicy items. Service was courteous and helpful. Servers came by to check on us thrice. Highly recommend this casual dining spot!

Nando's never disappoints! I had the grilled chicken with fries, and it was absolutely delicious…read more The chicken was perfectly cooked, and the spices and flavors were spot on--bold, zesty, and so satisfying. The fries were crispy and paired perfectly with their signature sauces. If you love flavorful, juicy chicken, this is the place to go!

Went there for a quarter chicken combo, was $13, but then when ordering, no side!, next $3.50…read moreouch, got fries, nice, and white meat with wing, which didn't come off the bone properly, so I had to knife and fork it like an animal, to boney for some reason, taste was fine, not extra hot for sure, plus they gave me medium sauce which was okay with the fries, pretty good lunch,

Went to nandos last night expecting to get the regular Portuguese chicken Im always craving…read more However when I went last night not only did the food not meet my expectations the service was below subpar. My girlfriend and I ordered the Perri Perri chicken bowls and there was barely any chicken, I thought it was joke, and no flavour whatsoever. Also the salad we had ordered had a good taste but was not fresh at all. And as for the service the hostess that greeted us was not great and gave us strange looks when we ordered. Do not recommend this location anymore, but I still have hope for the other locations.

Nicely decorated location heart of downtown. Price similar to Swiss chalet without the side bun…read moreand chalet sauce for quarter chicken and 1 side $17 plus change. Value wise not quite there. The food is tasty for sure with abundance of hot sauce to choose from. The grill adds a nice char flavor to the meat. The little flag is a nice touch in the chicken. Once order and pay at the counter food will be served to you. Once in a while it's nice. Nowadays cook whole chicken can be bought at the grocery store for similar price.

Can see why Nando's wings have spread the world over. The chicken has a good heat to it while still…read morebeing juicy, the signature fries have a nice kick, and the side coleslaw is passable. Portion sizes are pretty good for the price you pay. This location can sometimes get hectic during lunch but the atmosphere is lively rather than chaotic. Overall, a good spot for a quick and tasty meal.

Quick easy dinner. Fast food but yet still sit down dinner vibes. I got 2 dinner vouchers for 2…read morechicken dinners that I've been saving for a lazy evening out. This was my first chicken dinner at Nandos here in Richmond Hill location. I gotta say I would definitely come back again. It's quick easy dinner similar pricing as Swiss but way better! I got the hot which was delicious! They also have bottle of hot sauce u can go up or down ranging from mild to extra hot! Very juicy chicken! I liked the rice more than the fries! Looking forward to coming back to try out the rest of their menu!

Nandos is the house hold name when you think of Portugese Chicken! I remember I was so excited when…read moreit first came to Canada, because I had tried it in the UK. These restaurant is vibrantly decorated with bright colors and has a lot of dine in options. I think this is a great place to come with little kids, because of them being able to accommodate small children needing high chairs. The service can be a little slow, especially if you are there on a busy day, but the servers are very kind! Now on to the food, for my lunch I had ordered a 1/2 chicken (Extra Hot) with Rice and Hearty Coleslaw. I was anticipating for this to be really spicy considering I ordered Extra Hot, but unfortunately this lacked the heat I wanted. Yes the sauces at Nandos are great, but you need a lot of it to be able to really get that flavor. The chicken is very juicy and has that charcoal grill flavor you'll love. Overall was a great place to dine in and would come again! 7/10 recommend!

I was visiting, Hamilton, Ontario Canada. I tried Calabar kitchen when they were catering out of…read moretheir house, but now that they've opened their Jackson Square food court location in downtown Hamilton. I thought I would try them there. The food is amazing! I tried their Suya Salad, and their rice and stew. If you want authentic African Cuisine you need to try this place....

From the owner: Best authentic Calabar/Nigerian food in Ontario. If you miss home (AFRICA/NIGERIA) or just plain…read morehungry for a well cooked Nigerian dish, call us.