I was so excited to have found this restaurant in Oakville, but I was disappointed when I received…read moremy food. I ordered "Bareh Kabab" with vegetables, "Vaziri Leg" with Persian Salad and Homemade chips with . The first thing you pay attention to when you open the package is the smell of the food and the quantity. Well, that was my first disappointment, because both Bareh and Koobideh didn't smell good at all. Also, Koobideh wasn't like any of the advertised pictures and it was only 6 pieces of meat in the package for Bareh Kebab. Vaziri leg tasted good and was cooked properly. But, my second disappointment was the taste of both kebabs that weren't good at all. And this comes from the person who has tried almost all the Persian restaurants in Toronto and you get higher quality and quantity with the same prices. I believe the ingredients used un the food weren't fresh at all and what I have understood from other Google reviews, the owner doesn't care at all. But I know for sure that I'd rather drive to Toronto whenever I'm craving Persian food to eat a good quality meal, rather than ordering from a restaurant close to my house that doesn't offer good quality food and doesn't care about their customer!

1st time here 3 stars for the chicken shawarma, Tasty but…read morenot enough chicken , the wrap got soggy real quick. The owner is funny but loud ( lol ) 11.99 for a shawarma is not bad but we need to find some more chicken .

Food quality and taste exceeded my expectations. Service was…read moregood, if a bit slow. Once our order was taken, the food came out quickly. We had to get someone's attention to pay the bill. Ambiance was cozy and comfortable. Now, on to the food. Fattoush salad was really good. The dressing had the perfect tang, and all the ingredients were FRESH. Meats were beautifully cooked. Juicy and tender. The biggest surprise was the watermelon juice. I didn't expect it to be a slushie! The weather today was kind of warm, so it was a welcome refreshment.

I Uber Eats my order and it come fast and everything is fresh and hot and so good and free bread so…read morehot so it's great to Order for gathering or visit the restaurant too

Like many others, I found Sumaq through TikTok and had to see what the hype was about. I came with…read moretwo teenage boys and we ordered the larger shawarma. I got the thinner wrap while they got the thicker one. Both tasted pretty much the same, although the thicker wrap had a little more chew. I got mine with the works, but I don't think the pomegranate sauce was included because I couldn't taste it. I ordered extra on the side and really enjoyed it. It adds a nice twist to the garlic sauce. I also recommend asking for extra crispy if you like more crunch in your shawarma. I think I'd skip the coleslaw next time as it felt like a little too much with everything else. The boys kept theirs simple with chicken and fries and both said it was the best shawarma they'd had, so they were definitely impressed. This location was extremely busy when I visited. There are two sides with separate entrances, one for the dining area and another for counter service. I was on the counter service side, and finding a table was definitely a challenge with people waiting for seats to open up. Overall, solid shawarma and I can see why it's getting so much attention.

Food was so delicious. Different kind of flavors compared…read moreto other Mediterranean dishes. We all love it. We got the chicken arabi tray. Portion size was really big. I am definitely coming back to try other dishes. Friendly customer service. Beautiful setting inside for dine in. As soon as we walked in, there was a huge line outside. We got lucky. It was Saturday noon. Free parking outside the building.

I tried their grilled meats and appetizers like muttabal back when they were at their original…read morelocation in the Ridgeway Plaza some years back and the food was good. Then they closed up shop and turned into a catering service and more recently reopened their restaurant elsewhere. The new location is tiny. Decor is nice. Service needs work. Some servers have limited knowledge of their menu. Others are more on top of things and that was appreciated. Dishes don't allow for substitutions. For example, ordered shish tawouk (chicken skewers) with fries and received a boatload of fries and a minimal amount of chicken. I found it strange lol.. the fries were good but the cost of the plate makes no sense. There were maybe 6-7 pieces of chicken on the plate. At least they were tasty.. I made sure to request them moist. It would be ideal to pair protein with carbs and another side.. like a small salad.. just to counter the amount of carbs consumed. I ordered muttabal on the side and with it came two piping hot pita breads. They give you toum (garlic sauce) and pickles as well. The company I had dinner with each ordered specific dishes, like stuffed intestines (my facial expressions spoke for themselves, haha) and Sayadiyeh (a fish dish) where they fry their fish atop of a bed of rice. The latter differs from what I'm used to but the portions are huge for both dishes. The stuffed intestines were a delicacy for the person eating them and they seemed to enjoy their food. Another individual ordered minced meat skewers, recieved two of them and a TON of rice. Would return to try other dishes. Since I was invited for a meal, didn't want to cost the host too much. I was tempted to order their appetizer plate and a couple of other items.. so next time, for sure.

I'm honestly sad to say that my last visit, about 10 days ago, was completely different from my…read morefirst two visits. I know this is a different location, but it has the same name and menu, so I expected a similar experience. Unfortunately, it was very disappointing. As someone with celiac disease, I asked if the Fattah could be made without bread. At first, I was told no. Then the owner came over and explained that the dish is normally made with bread. I told her I understood that, but because I have celiac disease, I was simply asking if it could be prepared without it. In the end, they did make it for me without the bread, which I appreciated. However, the interaction felt uncomfortable, and I felt like I was being lectured rather than helped. The biggest frustration was the tea. As Middle Eastern people, tea is an essential part of breakfast and is usually enjoyed throughout the meal. The owner is Syrian, so I was honestly surprised by the policy. The only way to get a kettle of tea was through a breakfast special, and it only provided about four cups. There were four of us at the table, so when we asked for more hot water or a refill, we were told no and that we would need to purchase individual cups of tea instead. It felt disappointing and not very hospitable, especially considering how important tea is in our culture and breakfast traditions. I also want to say that none of this was the waiter's fault. In fact, I felt bad for him because he seemed to be taking the heat from multiple customers who were frustrated with the policies. At one point, I even turned to another table and told them to go easy on him because he was clearly not the one making these decisions. What made me even more uncomfortable was seeing the owner correct him in front of customers. He was using his phone to check ingredients and see whether the falafel contained gluten so he could answer my question correctly. The owner asked him why he was on his phone, and when he explained what he was doing, she told him he should already know the answer without looking it up. I appreciate that he was trying to verify information for a customer with dietary restrictions, and I don't think staff should be criticized in front of customers for doing that. The food itself was average. Several dishes seemed to be lacking salt, and I wasn't the only customer who noticed issues. During our visit, I heard other customers expressing frustration about the service, the tea policy, and the overall attitude. I had such a positive experience at the other location that this visit was genuinely disappointing. While I appreciate that they ultimately accommodated my dietary needs, the service and overall atmosphere were not what I expected, and unfortunately, I wouldn't return to this location.

Please take my review into consideration knowing that I haven't been there in at least 15 years…read more That said, I feel like I owe this restaurant a review because it was such a big part of my life and holds so many wonderful memories for me. When I moved to Canada in 1995, this restaurant was within walking distance of my sister's apartment, so we ate there all the time. Back then, if I remember correctly, they had a buffet for around $15 per person, and it was an incredible value. The food was always fresh, delicious, and plentiful. This restaurant became part of many chapters of my life. When I got married, I brought my husband and his family there because I wanted them to experience the food I loved so much. Later, when I had my children, it became one of the places we would visit whenever we were in Mississauga. At one point, we even lived in Mississauga for about a year and a half, and if we couldn't make it to the restaurant, we would order takeout instead. The amazing thing was that the food was just as delicious at home as it was in the restaurant. The restaurant itself wasn't huge or fancy. It was simple, comfortable, and focused on what mattered most--the food. The staff were always welcoming, and everything seemed to run smoothly. To this day, the lentil soup and the kibbeh are stuck in my head. I honestly think they were some of the best I've ever had in my life. Sadly, I can't enjoy the kibbeh anymore because I have celiac disease and have to avoid gluten, but those flavors are still some of my favorite food memories. I also remember that the mother of the family was involved in the cooking. Whether she is still there, retired, or if the ownership has changed, I honestly don't know. Because it has been so many years since my last visit, I can't speak to how the restaurant is today. What I can say is that the memories I have of this place are wonderful. The food was excellent, the service was great, and it became one of those special restaurants that stayed with me throughout the years. The next time I'm in Mississauga, I plan to stop by and see if the food is still as amazing as I remember. If it is, I know I'll be leaving with a huge smile and a full heart.

Tarboosh Restaurant wasn't on my radar at all, but after Suresh Doss gave it a hearty…read morerecommendation, we figured we should stop by and check it out. We arrived around noon on a recent Saturday and the place was completely empty. A group of four fairly loud men showed up shortly after us and inexplicably sat at a table near us, but that's obviously not the restaurant's fault. The menu contained plenty of tasty-looking entrees, but I figured I'd grab the dish with the name of the restaurant in it: the Tarboosh ("Combination of shawarma and falafel"). The concoction arrived to the table quite a while later, which was weird considering how empty the joint was, and sure looked impressive. I dove right in. Everything on the plate was tasty but not mind-blowing. The chicken shawarma had a few crispy pieces, which was appreciated, but was mostly unreasonably dry. (The two included sauces helped with that, at least.) The falafel was fresh but strangely light. It didn't really have a strong flavor of anything, really. I enjoyed eating it, but it definitely didn't remind me of traditional falafel. The hummus was creamy but lacking in a strong chickpea flavor (i.e. the concoction was overwhelmed by tahini, essentially). However, once I began eating everything together, I began enjoying everything a lot more. The included bread help, too, even though it was far from the best middle-eastern bread I've ever had. Tarboosh is a mixed bag, that's for sure. If you're in the area, it's worth a try. I don't think I would travel to far to check it out, though.

This used to be one of my favourite places to go for cheap chicken on the rocks before they closed…read moredown due to a fire I'm so happy they reopened! - Good prices (~$7.50 for a medium chicken on the rocks, which was so filling!) - great service (support your friendly local family run businesses!) - clean environment - great student specials! The only thing preventing this from being a 5 star is that the meat is pre-cut and scooped from a container instead of being freshly cut from the shawarma griller, but honestly it didn't make that big of a difference after all the delicious white sauce is poured on top!

FOOD | Got some takeout to take to a local park. I got the falafel dinner platter, which comes in…read moresmall, medium, and large sizes (the picture is a medium). You can customize the spice level for the meals. The rice was well seasoned, and I enjoyed their homemade garlic sauce. However, I've had better falafels at other Middle Eastern locations. Additionally, they inflated prices a lot, and it's comparable to the Osmow's close by, which I feel is subjectively better, both taste and portion-wise. SERVICE | The one thing that brings me back to this restaurant is the fact that it is a local, family run business. In these days, I think it's really important to support these small businesses, so I plan to come back the next time I have a shawarma craving! VERDICT | Better deals at chain restaurants, but On-Z-Rocks has a lot of heart!

First time eating this restaurant It's really delicious!…read more I was attracted by the shawarma and ordered chicken shawarma wrap immediately I love the sauce! It is homemade. And the ingredients are fresh! I enjoy chatting with the owner. He is super nice! I'm glad to live in this neighbourhood which means I can eat frequently. My friend orders beef kabob and it is grilled right after you order! Fresh and hot! Looking forward to try more! Overall, wonderful customer service with yummy food. A definite yes to come here for a grab!

Waited over 15 minutes for one falafel wrap, and unfortunately it wasn't worth the wait. Although…read morefreshly made, the flavour was really lacking. The falafels were quite bland and the wrap as a whole didn't have much flavour. I didn't taste any tahini nor hummus. The vegetables also lacked seasoning. I asked for the wrap to be spicy, but there was no hot sauce to be found. I think it would've helped add some flavour. The space is nicely decorated, with limited seating, and the service was friendly. I was hoping for a better experience based on the great reviews and high star rating. I don't think I'll return.

Had the Ramadan buffet, which is no longer available - but there's always next year!…read more Came at 9pm so it was $35, but I didn't have a reservation & so had to wait almost 1hr. The food was pretty good & not the usual mezes & kebabs but baked & stewed dishes too. Most of the kebabs had a nice charcoal taste. The main dishes were all labelled but not the items at the side. So the sour cream I added to my iskender turned out to be mayo.

Came back to Sultan Ahmet Cuisine after a very long time and was happy to see that the restaurant…read morehas been updated. Menu has a wide selection of dishes to choose from, including the authentic Turkish dishes. We ordered their mezze plate to try their different dips and I especially loved the caçik and ezme, though their hummus and baba ghanoush was also very good. The bread was made fresh. I also ordered my favourite appetizer, sigara boregi, which was really good. The lentil soup was thick and well made. The mix grill platter for 2 was huge and generous in portion, and I felt like more than 2 people can eat from it especially if you are ordering more items. The meat was well flavored, and the platter came with shish taouk, doner and more. The fries were crispy and well seasoned too. It was interesting to see that they had a chicken Ali nazik which I decided to try. For dessert, we got the trio which included cheesecake, kunafa and trilece. The trilece was my favourite.