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    Maha’s Cafe

    4.2 (13 reviews)

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    Rear entrance / patio
    Leslie W.

    BOTTOM LINE: Great to see Maha's expand their footprint on the East end! Although I would anticipate that most people will tunnel through their KOTN store front off of Queen, the "entrance" is actually located off a side street on Carlaw, where you're surprisingly greeted with a public space/patio. Despite the recent tragedies at this intersection, I for one am happy to see this area finally spruce up with more locally owned businesses because it's remained a bit drab post-pandemic. The cafe itself is comfy space filled with pleasant design elements ranging from various art/photos hung on the wall to a row of tea pots strung along the main seating wall. The staff were friendly. You can order various (iced) coffees, teas, and juices, along with their hummus (comes with a complimentary pita, though realistically you'll need two), salads, and sandwiches wrapped in to-go packaging. If you've been to their main resto, you know it's quality, though for those hoping that they would have a fully functional kitchen, it really is *just* a cafe, but a lovely one at that!

    Honey Cardamom Latte
    Yoland E.

    When the line is too long at Maha's, just go to Maha's Cafe (based on a true story). Located behind KOTN on Queen St E, Maha's Cafe is a warm and inviting cafe offering light Egyptian eats and middle eastern inspired drinks. I tried the Honey Cardamom Latte, which was delicious and reminded me a bit of Karak Chai!

    Ginger lemon tea
    Lily C.

    The staff is super friendly here and it's well lit. Although the lemon ginger tea was made with fresh ingredients , this was way over priced for what it was. I believe it was $5-6 for the drink and honestly not worth it. The sandwich though it was made fresh and tasted mediocre I don't know if I would necessarily pay $15 for it again. Overall I gave their place a 4/5 because of the staff. Nothing too special and this is my second time here trying something else different to see if I'd change my mind. It's cute but it's more novelty for what it's worth.

    Chung-Mi J.

    A great Cafe from Maha's, especially at their new location! The location is clean, the staff of four are friendly, and there's seating indoors and outdoors. They have coffee and tea drinks, and various goodies including croissants and breakfast pitas. Their baklava are delicious and not too syrupy and sweet. I'm so happy it's so close to my place, and I also love they have partnership with KOTN also!

    Afternoon snack.
    Sue J.

    What a beautiful space created here by Mahas and KOTN. It's so nice in there and the outdoor space is special, too. We had the avocado hummus, eggplant dip (I can't spell it!) and hibiscus tea. They heated up the pitas for us- it was delicious. The service was excellent with about 4+ staff helping so that we always felt taken care of. KOTN space was also clean, spacious and inviting. Super easy shopping and chill vibes. This is a beautiful addition to the Carlaw strip.

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    Ada L.

    Maha's Café, located near Queen St. E. and Carlaw Ave in Leslieville, is opened by the popular Egyptian brunch place, Maha's. This café location shares a space with the KOTN, a Canadian brand that uses premium Egyptian cotton. If you enter from Queen St. E., the café is located at the back of the store. There is also a separate entrance in the back if you want to directly enter the café instead of walking through KOTN. The café opened this past weekend where they were offering complimentary flowers for anyone who visited either Maha's or KOTN. Maha's Café serves up a variety of drinks and eats (think sandwiches, cakes, pastries, dips, etc.). There are caffeinated beverages (espresso based drinks, fresh brew, cold coffees, specialty lattes, and teas), as well as hot chocolate. In regards to their food, you can find a variety of salads and sandwiches available to dine in as well as to go. They also have their famous snacks available - hummus, foole dip, avocado hummus, babaghanough, etc.) which can be ordered to go or for dine in if you'd like. The space is cozy and beautiful, where as soon as you enter the café, you notice the many small details, plants, and items on display. Inside the café, there are about 5 tables as well as window seating. They also have tables and chairs set up in the back lane as well, if you'd like to sit outside to enjoy your items. The vibe of the café is chill, comforting and welcoming. I stopped by Maha's Café on a Sunday around 11:30am. The place was super busy as there was a line almost out the door. People were also enjoying their beverages and food as well either inside or on the tables outside. I opted for a honey cardamom latte (honey, milk infused with cardamom) and a shrimp and egg salad sandwich (poached shrimp, boiled eggs, orange zest, pickled lemons, dill, coriander, parsley, green onions, grainy mustard, mayo, and iceberg lettuce), both to go. This is actually my first time trying Maha's honey cardamom latte...and I totally regretted not getting the larger size. The latte tasted amazing. The cardamom flavours really come through strong and the honey is not too sweet. The mix of ingredients and flavours work so well together I actually was sad to finish my last drop of coffee! The sandwich was also a unique blend of ingredients - I actually really enjoyed the sandwich as well. Service wise, the staff were extremely friendly and attentive. Although there was a wait, the staff did take their time to make sure each customer had their order fulfilled. They never once seemed panicked about the line and they got through all the drink orders and food orders as fast as they could. Overall, beautiful new space and delicious food and drinks from the ever so popular brunch place Maha's. Definitely will be returning!!!

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    Maha's

    Maha's

    4.2
    (679 reviews)
    1.5 km
    $$

    My first time trying Egyptian food and it was sooo good. We came here for brunch and had a short…read morewait before we were seated. The inside has a funky fun decor set up with casual furniture. We got a large Hazelnut Latte to share which was really good. For our entrees, we ordered their Basturma Scramble and Cairo Classic. The portions were large and delicious. Mild in flavors but tasted fresh and all around so good! The staff were friendly and helpful as well. Such a cool place to try.

    Ranks among Beli's top Toronto brunch spots for good reason. Everything is well-priced, seating is…read morecozy without feeling cramped, and the service was friendly and extremely fast. Do be prepared for a bit of a wait. We came on a Monday at noon and still waited 30 minutes. Lentil Soup Probably the biggest surprise for me. The soup has the perfect texture: silky but substantial. It's well-spiced and reminds me of South Asian flavors (rasam, to be specific). The accompanying bread and pickles were just the cherry on top! Cairo Classic I had low expectations for this dish, since it seems to be 90% beans. But once again, I was shocked by how flavorful everything was. It came with a single falafel, which may be one of the best falafels I've ever had. If I came back, I'd opt for the falafel dish over this one. Maha's Mind-blowing Chicken The chicken really is mind-blowing. I found the form factor a bit confusing, it seems to be more for presentation than practicality. But the flavors are exceptional.

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    Masrawy Egyptian Kitchen

    4.3
    (186 reviews)
    32.5 km
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    This spot serves really solid Egyptian food that tastes like it came straight out of someone's home…read morekitchen. I tried a variety of the meats and they were cooked to perfection--tender, flavorful, and well balanced with just the right spices and sauces. Nothing was dry, which made every bite enjoyable. Even though it was busy, the service was quick and very welcoming. The restaurant itself is spotless and clearly well maintained. They also offer traditional desserts like Om Ali, knefe, and rice pudding. If you want a more relaxed café vibe afterward, there's a café in the same parking lot run by the same owners with very comfortable seating and even a prayer room. Overall, a wonderful experience that definitely did not disappoint. I'll absolutely be back.

    I was actually on my way to another restaurant in the shopping center when I accidentally stumbled…read moreacross Masrawy Egyptian Kitchen. I remember looking over and thinking, "What is this place that's so full of life?" It was bustling with people and had such a great energy. I had never tried Egyptian food before, but I was feeling a little adventurous. I'm really glad I did. A few dishes were recommended, but I was told the Koshari is beloved in Egypt, so that's what I ordered. Be prepared for a bit of a carb coma, but it's absolutely worth it. It was delicious. The mix of pasta, rice, lentils, chickpeas, and crispy fried onions worked surprisingly well together, especially with the sauces they give you. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in Toronto.

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    Karas Egyptian Restaurant

    Karas Egyptian Restaurant

    4.0
    (4 reviews)
    29.1 km

    This was the WORST $50 I spent during the entire 2 Covid years when I was buying take-outs from…read morerestaurants. Karas bills itself as authentic Egyptian food that is entirely charcoal-grilled. I tried 2 dishes: grilled chicken & grilled minced lamb. Both dishes cost me $50 and is worth less than $20! Here's why: 1) the portions were miserly! For a $30 plate (with tax), take a look at the photo - 4 tiny balls of minced lamb sitting morosely on the plate. 8 bites in total! 2) the meats were as dry as OLD SHOES! Charcoal grilling is an art form. The lamb, which was supposedly wrapped in lamb fat, should have been succulent and juicy. Instead, as the 2nd photo shows, it was burnt and very, very dry. 3) the chicken was no better. Dry to the point of being stringy and chewy. It was supposed to be dark meat (leg), but it was so dry I couldn't even tell if it was dark or white meat. 4) For this miserable dinner, I waited a full 28 minutes - when I was there at 4pm and I was the only 1 of 2 customers. Unacceptable! This was a real disappointment, and a total let down, because Karas shawarma (by the same Owner) was actually quite decent, which was why I decided to try their restaurant location. My verdict: Eat at Karas shawarma, when they have their 2 wraps for $20 promo on Mondays. That's worth eating for that price. But Karas Restaurant most definitely is NOT worth eating at - at this price point & for such bad quality!

    Spectacular! The food and fresh juices were absolutely delicious and I will definitely be coming…read moreback for more. Had my birthday celebration here with my family and the owners and staff treated all of us as if we were family. I will be recommending this place to my other family members and friends! I appreciate the amazing food and service!

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