It's more like a 3.5. Food is outstanding but service was slow. We went on a weekend Saturday…read morenight. The place was busy. The lineups were long, but moving. We ordered a mixed grill, chicken Shawarma, and grilled chicken dinner. Every entree was flavorful and the portion size was generous. The taste was a 10/10. The only issue was their slow service. The dine in experience comes with free lentil soup as a starter but we were never served as an appetizer they told us the bowls were in the dishwasher. The food was served and in the middle of the meal they served us the soup. Everything seemed haphazard. I did use their bathroom and they did not have toilet paper. Overall all the food was fantastic I really hope they can improve their service.

We had come here on a Thursday afternoon at around 12:00 pm for lunch. When we had arrived, we had…read morewalked to the front counter however, we were told to choose a seat to sit in since we were dining in. We were then brought two menus, and asked to choose our items. I had settled on the kabab wrap, while my mother chose the beef and lamb wrap. While we were waiting for our meals to arrive, we were offered a bowl of lentil soup, which was complimentary. We enjoyed how delicious the soup was, and that it was free. After we had eaten the lentil soup, we were given a large piece of complimentary pita bread, which we had eaten on its own. We were then waiting patiently for our wraps, which arrived about ten minutes after finishing the pita bread. However, my wrap had arrived with onions in it, which I had asked not to be included. I had told the waitress, whom quickly brought it back to be fixed. I then received the correct wrap about five minutes later however, it didn't have any sauce on it. The waitress then brought the sauce in a small container, which I was able to put on my wrap on my own. The wraps were delicious, with an abundance of meat and vegetables to fill it up. We also loved the dipping sauces that accompanied the wraps. However, the waitress seemed a bit confused when we had asked certain questions, as the restaurant had people coming in and out at all times. Overall, I would certainly return to this restaurant, as the food was well-made and appetizing.

we went there on a Tuesday evening. They don't allow reservations, and we were lucky to find a six…read morechair table, because they were very busy. They have indoor and outdoor sitting, which they were both equally nice. We sit inside because of the heat. I would suggest them to install fans outside to make it more pleasant for the summer. They brought free salad for everyone which was a very nice gesture. We ordered Shamshiri Special (koobideh + a little bit of chicken), and the portion size was GIGANTIC I think each plate would be enough for two people easily. The food is very tasty, and I have no complaints. I have visited a lot of Iranian restaurants, and have never seen Kabab Torsh on the menu, it's a bit pricey but it is delicious (好吃، خوشمزه). Highly recommend. Will revisit if I have a chance without a doubt

Shamshiri in Thornhill is a cozy Persian restaurant that serves up generous portions of flavourful,…read moretraditional dishes. From juicy kebabs to fragrant stews and fluffy saffron rice, everything tastes homemade and satisfying. The menu has lots of variety, so there's something for everyone. They offer complimentary "Garden Salad" and "Mast-o-Khiar" to guests upon arrival. We ordered "Kashk-e-Bademjan" for appetizer and "Sultani Kebab" for main. Kebabs were fresh and flavourful, grilled just right. They offer dine-in on first come first serve basis and don't accept reservations. The pickup/takeout is fast and efficient. The space is clean and welcoming, and the staff are friendly and quick to help.

Wild Oregano serves mainly Greek / Mediterranean dishes (gyros, moussaka, grilled fish and seafood…read moreoptions, Greek salad), with some eclectic dishes including Italian (pastas), Asian / Thai-inspired (fish with Thai sauce and Thai-style stir-fry), British (English-style fish and chips), Chinese-inspired (Shanghai kung pao shrimps & chicken stir-fried with vegetables), Hungarian (goulash), American (burgers), French (French onion soup), Middle Eastern (falafels), and an extensive breakfast / brunch menu that they seem to serve all day (we were offered both the dinner and breakfast menus in late afternoon). Location is quite scenic and conveniently located right across Kew Beach and Public Library, with street parking and Green P parking nearby. It's also steps away from Queen Street streetcar stops. We came without a reservation and were seated right away (the restaurant wasn't very busy on a weekend afternoon that day). Our server was very friendly and on the ball. The chef came out a few times to ask how the food was, made sure everything was ok, and was super nice as well. Food was very delicious - loved everything from the 2 different salmon dishes that we got (Light Choice Roasted Salmon Fillet with lemon garlic sauce, and Cedar Plank Salmon that we got with the pesto and feta cheese on the side). The Grilled Calamari was very flavourful with the marinade, and it was perfectly cooked without being too chewy or rubbery (not overly cooked). All main dishes came with a choice of carbs (rice, French fries, mashed potatoes, or lemon potatoes) and either a House or Greek Salad. We swapped our carbs with Grilled Vegetables as the sides, with House Salads, then added on basmati rice and lemon potatoes as additional sides. Everything was great! They gave complimentary bread slices and mezzes (hummus, eggplant-tomato mixture, and baba ganoush). The baba ganoush especially was really good on the lemon potatoes, grilled vegetables, and mixed in with the rice. Grilled vegetables consisted of green and red bell peppers and zucchini - all nicely grilled, still crisp (not overcooked), and not oily at all. Perfection. It was a very satisfying meal with great service.

Stopped by for lunch while on the Beaches area, there is a patio !!! Which is so necessary for…read moresummer ! Our server was friendly, welcoming and helpful. They do have an extensive breakfast menu as well as lunch & dinner which is a treat. Started with a Mimosa & double Vodka. Ordered a chicken souvlaki sandwich with salad as well as a Mediterranean Avocado toast . Both were delicious, well presented and perfectly cooked.

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!

The food is amazing! Serkan our waiter was more than amazing! Come enjoy the great food and service…read moreyou will not be disappointed.

Great food and great service!…read more A friend of our group introduced us to this great casual resto. Great portions with matching taste ~ laid back casual seating We were group of 8 and 6 of us were new to this place (not Turkish food) Super happy they offered vegetarian versions as we had a few that follow this diet LOVE the variety of desserts as most Turkish places only have a limited selection of 1 or 2 items Would definitely recommend small or big groups to this place AND a special shoutout to Mehmat who waited on our table and provided excellent, friendly service! (find me on IG via @aida.loves )

First time trying out Mutabak and it's delicious! I ordered the minced beef and added cheese. It's…read morethin , crispy and packed with herby flavours. The chaptai roll, was okay. The wrap itself is delicious the chaps oman and cheese inside was meh. Would skip imo!

Beautiful interiors and a simple menu, with a good balance between sweet and savoury. We tried the…read morefine chocolate mutabak and liked it. The karak chai was also very good. I tried the tres leche (pistachio flavor) which I enjoyed. Though it's a small space with seating areas, I didn't find the seating comfortable, since it faces outward and you have to turn to be able to use the small table (which was also too small to fit our order). It's best suited for quick bites but can't really be a place where you come and chill. I absolutely love the interior design and the intricate details that went into it. I'd love to come back and try more items on the menu, especially the savoury items. I like the freshness and quality of the product though. Staff were nice. They've also got a new loyalty program.

Another Turkish restaurant that's an absolute winner!…read more The service is amazing, the food is amazing, and even the aroma is amazing. The moment you walk through the door, you're greeted by the incredible smell of fresh, flavorful food. Even when I order through DoorDash, the aroma fills the room before I even open the containers. Everything I've tried has been delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. The staff are always friendly and welcoming, and the overall experience is consistently great. Honestly, I don't know what else to say just go try it! What are you waiting for? You can thank me later.

I've been here twice and both times were a great experience. The food was delicious across the…read moreboard, and the food is mostly family style, so it's definitely a spot where you can share a bunch of dishes with friends or family. If you're into Turkish food or just want to try something different, this place is absolutely worth a visit.

The Mix Lamb & Chicken Mandi at Monasaba was absolutely delicious! The chicken and lamb were so…read moretender and juicy, perfectly roasted and full of flavour. The aromatic basmati rice paired beautifully with the meat. The tomato chili sauce was delicious and added the perfect kick. The fried onions, almonds, and raisins on top added a wonderful mix of savoury, sweet, and crunchy flavours. They also served a complimentary lentil soup, which was really yummy and a nice touch to start the meal. Generous portions, great flavours, and excellent overall experience. Definitely a must-try -- I'll be coming back!

Tried this authentic Yemeni place for lunch the other day. Good food served in a non-pretentious…read moremanner. The place is kept neat though my no means a fine dining experience. You have to pay first and then sit somewhere and service comes to your place. Reasonable pricing and did not need to tip. So value meals