Maro's is awesome!!!!! I could not recommend this place enough. I went with a party of 5 and the service was great. They were very attentive to making sure we had a great time and enough sauces. I think a tale tale sign of a good restaurant is when they warn you that you're getting too much food, and Maro's did. We didn't care though bc we needed to try as much as possible. My friend had previously gone and they gave her a free salad, so once again bomb service. The food was amazingggggggggg. I'm salivating thinking about it. All of their dips (garlic mayo, hot sauce, humus) literally bussed down in my mouth. The eggplant and artichokes literally took me to heaven. They were so carmelized but once you hit into them, they melted away. I floated away to another dimension with them. Everything we got was amazing and my group was so gluttonous and I don't even care. We also got drinks and they were all amazing. Anyways I would travel back to Canada just for this and buss down once again. read more

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Have been coming to Maro's for a year now. My first experience was AMAZING, with owner Maro's himself at the door ushering guests in and directing the traffic flow. Recent visits, I have found they refurnished the space -- it's now much darker, and several smaller tables fill the space now, whereas before, it was filled with long tables and you would be seated beside strangers for your meal. It had a different, lighter and more communal vibe before. Also on recent visits, the staff server are a lot younger -- still warm and welcoming, but with less urgency. So getting assistance takes longer. Although this makes for a nice slow meal, if that's what you're looking for! The food however, is still A+! It's the reason I keep coming back again and again. And why when friends come to visit, Maro's is always in the Top 3 places to try in Halton. They consistently serve up fantastic Lebanese food. If you're dining with a vegetarian -- they will be THRILLED with the options here! I daresay they lead with vegetables here. No one will be disappointed with vegetarian option here -- even the meat eaters. Be sure to check out their drink menu as well. Their cocktails -- and mocktails -- are great. Parking outside is all paid parallel street parking, since it's downtown Oakville. But if you visit on Sundays -- parking is free! read more

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It's a very cute and cozy Middle Eastern and Mediterranean restaurant and one of the perks here is being connected yo Narenj Café that you can order desserts from or enjoy weekend brunch in. The service can be rather slow at times, even when the restaurant is not that busy. We ordered Hummus for appetizer that was fresh and delicious. For our mains, we ordered "Here Comes the Bride" and "Maro's Special" and enjoyed both. read more

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Really amazing middle eastern food and is my favourite in the GTA. Everything is 10/10 here and portions are each plate is big enough to share in a group. Highly recommend the "here comes the bride" dish and their coffee items. The decor is beautiful and service was top notch as well. read more

Maro's - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

I am happy to say, my favourite restaurant in Oakville is back to top in my list. My last 2 experience- patio in summers & winter today were amazing. The service which was my biggest disappointment is now the opposite of earlier. The servers are now humble, welcoming and hospitable! Jill was very good to deal with. The food was never an issue and today it was no different. Delicious, aromatic and the best Lebanese in town. Maro's uncle made sure to accommodate any requests, in fact his recommendations with a personal touch saved us some bucks. He also gave complimentary rice for our girl. So kind. I am happy to right the review with a 5/5 ratings read more

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Was recommended by a good friend of mine to must try this place for authentic middle eastern food! I must say this was by far the most authentic as it gets in the city of Toronto. The vibes were amazing just great atmosphere Food is absolutely fantastic.. I was absolutely impressed and blown away by the chicken shawarma was tender and the spices wow 5++++++/5 Service: We were served by the one and only Maro the owner of the resto we felt very special and very nice welcome! The resto strives very much to make sure everyone and everything is up to par! My drink 5++++ I had the sparkling rosé sangria deelish My mom had her turkish coffee she was super happy ! She was even impressed by the spice of cardamom in her coffee.. she loved that little detail. The babaghanoush: very deelish and Hummus : 5/5 very deelish The pastries 5++++/5 especially the pistachios in the desert wooow Overall, I would loveee to whole heartedly recommend this place 1000% Definitely worth every penny!! Cheers read more

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We've never been to this end of Oakville. This casual family setting restaurant is slightly off the main street. We came just an hour before it closed. You would think they will be rushing you off. Nope!! The server was so nice in every way. He asked if we've ever been here, then make sure we understand the portion is relatively big and gave us (this mid age couple) as much time as we need to read the menu and even offer us to visit the online menu as well. We only ordered one plate, but it was plenty for 2. The roasted cauliflower was so nicely cooked-soft inside, roasted on the outside and topped with herbs with sauce. It made a bland veggie extra special. The dip around it was exceptional. There is the usual hummus which is always our favourite, the red pepper one is drizzle with honey and gave it a very nice sweet taste. One of the more interesting dip was the eggplant one, it was charred. All in all love it love it love it. read more

Maro's - Inside - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

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Went for dinner on a Friday evening and we were lucky enough to snag the last table. Several diners came after us and had to wait for a table. The servers were all helpful and friendly and Ethan was especially attentive and kind. The food was excellent...fresh, flavourful and the eggplant was cooked to perfection....soft and melt in your mouth. It's casual on the interior but cozy. Street metered parking on Kerr St. Portions are HUGE! Lots of vegan and gf options. read more

Love the food here! Always long lineups when it comes to the weekends! I'm so happy the patio is open!

One of our regular dine in places. The food is fantastic, portions are fair and we ALWAYS have great service. Highly recommend sharing plates so you can try a few items off of the menu (: Some of our favourite dishes: K-SAO 30 Plate of Cauliflower and Hummus, Baba Ganoush, Muhammara. Halloumi and marinated grilled Artichokes. FAIROUZ 27 Cajun Spiced Grilled Veggies mixed witt Lebanese garlic Potatoes on a bed of Hummus topped with Beef and Lamb Cevapi LUNCH IN BEIRUT 26 Chicken Shawarma sautéed with Onions and Peppers on a bed of homemade Hummus, Garnished with Beets and Cucumbers read more

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Came here on Saturday lunch and there was a bit of a wait. It was totally worth the wait, the food was amazing ! Fish is perfectly fried, it coated in spices so not heavy in batter. The hummus and baba ganoush is a must. read more

Maro's - Here comes the bride - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

Possibly the best middle eastern fusion it's not your typical shawarma shop Portions are for sharing and the twist of traditional is worth the stop Wonderful engaging service GF and vegan as well Pastry for the sister restaurant next door Narenj is Paris quality off the charts Add a middle eastern twist to French pastry and prepare to return Dustin's team of baking minions I can't say enough Quality, visual presentation and creativity I cannot say enough read more

If you love food and you love to try new things this is an amazing place to visit. We had a great time sharing the ample dishes amongst the family. The shareable plates brought a variety of flavors that were all delicious. Cool vibe with great service. read more

Maro's - Before Sunset, Lebanese Cevapi, K-SAQ - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

"Sweet baby Jesus, damn, that was f***cking good!" I thought to myself as I walked out the door. So I knew I'd have to write a review. I recall the waitress warning of the big portions. Indeed, as I near my rental with a to-go box in hand. This will make a nice breakfast. A nice break from the bologna sandwiches which had been my diet for since I arrived. Hope to have a chance to visit at Maro's again when I return. 5 stars for the food. And 5 stars for my amazing waitress. read more

Maro's - Preserve - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

THE BEST food I've eaten in a really long time. we had 4 of us from over the GTA meet up here (Brampton, Oakville, Caledon and Toronto) to enjoy a ladies brunch. Needless to say we were all over the moon with the food we had. We decided to try different dishes (pictures below) because we all had a different taste of what we wanted and delightfully appreciated everything that was served to us. the one memorable piece I have to add is that our server was so accommodation to our restrictions and even helped settle in a baby so she could be moved easily between us in her stroller. read more

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Great Arabic fusion restaurant in Oakville. The Bella and the Beast is an amazing cauliflower dish - I highly recommend it. The fatoush salad is lovely and refreshing. Chicken shawarma (Beirut Nights) was great too. They have seats outside in the summer and great desserts inside. Ambiance and service are great. Overall a lovely experience. read more

Amazing place, delicious food, excellent service and management , happy faces and ambiance. If you're on Kerr street, Oakville, ON, don't miss to visit this amazing place ( Mediterranean/ Lebanese fusion) read more

Maro's - Succulent fig tarte, Apple tarte and pistachio mousse - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

I'll keep this short: Amazing food, great service Eat here! I need 85 characters, this place is delightful, warm and friendly read more

Maro's - Before Sunset(Top) Babel (bottom) - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

Just wonderful. I love the food, service and atmosphere. Food is just packed with seasoning and spice. It's super healthy and fresh. The portion is very generous with the given price. Service is top notch. The waitress explains the dish well and set our expectations for the amount of foood we orders. You can always take some home. Ambiance is cozy. Not too loud and everyone seems to be local here for a dinner. read more

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FOOD | I was recommended this place by my vegan and gluten free friends, so I decided to come try it out. We got the Potato Famine ($18.50) and the Belle and the Beast ($22). The portion sizes of their food is crazy! Even just one dish is pretty shareable between 2 people. The Potato Famine was a salad, but it was very filling. I personally felt that the potato did not compliment the kale salad very well, but both were (separately) yummy. The Belle and the Beast was definitely the star of the show though. Everything was so delicious and well-seasoned -- this is a must get! SERVICE | Decent service, the only thing that is reducing the star level for me is the fact that water isn't included. If you wanted to get a drink, you were required to buy sparkling water. AMBIANCE | Due to the open kitchen and size of the restaurant, the noise level was pretty loud. It was sometimes hard to hear each other at times. VERDICT | A must-try in Oakville -- will come back sometime! read more

Maro's - Potato Famine - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

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Cannot say enough great things about this place! The food, first of all, was out-of-this-world delicious! We tried the fish, falafel, fried cauliflower, fried cheese, several dips/sauces and the Turkish coffee. All of it... def worth having! The water was served with mint, which was just a nice refreshing touch. The service was great and the atmosphere cool and intimate. It's the kind of place you can really enjoy a conversation. It was great seeing people actually talking together and not mindlessly on their phones. A marvelous experience!! read more

Maro's - Delicious lunch!! - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

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Amazing spot for Lebanese food in Oakville. Went here for dinner on a Friday night and was seated fairly quickly even though the place was pretty busy. The place isn't as big as you would expect from outside, but still has ample seating and they're able to adjust accordingly based on group sizes. Service was very friendly and the food came up pretty quickly. My party started off with the K-Saq since we wanted to try a wide variety of appetizers. Everything on the plate was done well and everything worked really well together. The pita bread was made fresh (and super warm) and just brought everything together even more. For the mains, we shared the Lebanese Cevapi and Maro's special among 4 of us and it was a good amount of food. The grilling on the meats was on point and the rice and potatoes from both dishes worked really well. There's ample parking in the back if you're unsure where to park, but it's in Kerr village so typically it shouldn't be a major issue. Service and food were top notch and will definitely be back and recommend this place to others read more

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This was a random find and was most likely one of the best restaurants I had my entire time in the Greater Toronto Area. We chose this place since it was one of the only restaurants that are closed a little later in the Oakville area; they don't close until 9:30 PM. We arrived around 8:30 PM and was able to find street parking right in front of the establishment. There was plenty of parking around that area at this time since it is pretty late. As soon as we walked in, we were seated and greeted by the owner (we only realized he was the owner after we saw his face on the menu website). The interior of Maro's is also rather modern and quiet. We saw a lot of people on dates here when we were seated so it has a pretty good overall vibe. Once seated there was a QR code that takes you to the site with the menu on it. They also serve you a jug of water with mint leaves in it. If you ask the server or owner they give pretty good recommendations based on what you're craving. My friend was craving something meaty and/or beefy and he gave the recommendations of The Secret and Before Sunset for beef and Miami Affair for chicken. In the end we decided on ordering the Before Sunset and The Secret. The Before Sunset was a spiced beef patty topped with onions, peppers, potatoes. And The Secret was also a Lebanese spiced patty that was topped with halloumi, potatoes, and zucchini. Both had similarities in terms of flavors of the meat but the overall dishes had different textures, presentations, and combined flavor profiles. The Before Sunset actually kind of reminded me of a deconstructed cheeseburger in a way. I definitely recommend these two dishes if you are craving something meaty and beefy. They also bring out a bowl of pita for you to eat alongside your dishes. In terms of the menu, the section titled Proud Mama's are all vegetarian dishes and the section titled Maro's Signature are all meat dishes. There are also various salads, flatbreads, and drinks if you're cravings those. If you read the blurbs on the website you'll see the owner names everything based on significant moments in his life, which was a nice touch. Service was also amazing, everything was brought out promptly and they made sure we were taken care of at all times. When we were about to order the Lemonade Frappe mocktail, the owner recommended against that saying we wouldn't like it and instead recommended the other two. Usually we wouldn't hear people being honest and recommending against an item at their own restaurant so this was a nice touch! We ended up ordering the Cassis and the Rosewater Lemonade. The Cassis I think consisted of black currants and tasted strongly like so while the Rosewater Lemonade tasted exactly like the name. They both are rather sweet but delicious but only order if you can handle drinking super sweet things over the course of dinner. The portions are also huge, we were told that before we ordered and we didn't realize how big the portions were until it arrived at the table. The two dishes we ordered took up more than half the table, leaving our plates just hanging on the edges. I guess my only complaint is that the two person tables are a bit small and we do have to place our drinks on the benches we are sitting at to make enough room for us to eat. Even when sharing the two items, we still had plenty of leftovers to take back home. The takeout container also looks very vibrant and colorful. When we ate the leftovers the next morning, the food heated up well and still tasted amazing. They also have a breakfast/brunch spot that has desserts next door that we wanted to try but was closed by the time we were done with our meal. Also if you have a party of 6 or more, they charge a 22% gratuity. And if you need Wi-Fi, you can ask the servers for the password. Overall, amazing place to eat it, would love to come back and try everything (especially the K-Saq, we saw many people ordering this). Personally I would recommend The Secret and the Before Sunset if you are craving something beefy/meaty. The portions are big and the service is great, I highly recommend this place! read more

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I wanted to try Mediterranean food, which is different from what I usually have. The experience at Maro's was definitely a pleasant surprise. Service was very friendly and the food came pretty promptly. We ordered: K-SAQ (dine-in only): They gave ample amounts of hummus. The tofu was delicious and the fried cauliflower was actually pretty good- crispy and flavorful. Babel: Meat was at the bottom so you had to dig a bit for it. However, the meat was properly cooked, the potatoes and onions definitely were pretty good as well. And the yogurt added the extra flavour to the meal. Definitely a great experience- good ambiance, friendly staff and amazing food. Highly recommend! read more

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Food was great, Service was horrible to non existent. The staff seemed more interested in take out orders than the people waiting to be served. No one seemed to be in charge. read more

A friend recommended this place and I hadn't had Mediterranean in awhile. I ordered the Babel while my friend got the Belle and the Beast. The portions were HUGE and, although we went for lunch, we had to break it into two meals. The Babel had large slabs of meat and the veggies and potatoes were very flavourful. I tried a bit of the cauliflower in the Belle and the Beast, and the flavours they added really made it pop; I can see why that's a popular choice as well. We also got a decent amount of pita and some sort of dip on the side, but we barely finished them with how much food we got. The location had a nice sidewalk patio available, as well as a deserts available for order. My only complaint? When I was checking their menu on my phone, the website's menu font was difficult to read as it was stretched (I'm guessing it wasn't made for different screens in mind?) I'm not deducting this my rating though, it's just something I noticed. read more

Maro's - At first I thought there was little meat...and then I dug in and there was SO MUCH MORE - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

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My friend from Oakville highly recommended Maro's so we decided to check it out for weekend brunch. The restaurant isn't very big but it definitely feels cozy inside. The restaurant staff was very welcoming and followed all Covid safety protocols. We decided to order Lunch in Beirut (chicken shawarma), Phoenicia Garden (fried cauliflower), and the daily special Lamb Shank to share between the 3 of us. We also each ordered the bottomless tea, which you get to enjoy with some saffron sugar. I've got to say, the portions here were massive and it was definitely enough food to feed 4 people! My personal favourite was the Lamb Shank because it was cooked to perfection where the meat easily fell off the bone. The fried cauliflower was also a very interesting dish and apparently is their specialty here. I like the slight smokiness in its taste and it pairs very well with the hummus it came with. The chicken shawarma was very good as well, and it also comes with some hummus at the bottom. read more

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We were driving by and needed to stop for a bite of late lunch. Walking in, the restaurant is packed and there were more reservations at 3pm. The staff was very helpful, providing us options but we ultimately decided upon some take out. We ordered and waiting next door at the attached cafe (also very cute, but not as busy with only a couple tables enjoying tea and small desserts). Once we got our packed lunch, we asked if we could sit outside on the picnic tables to eat and they quickly provided us with some restaurant plates and cutlery. The service was very good even though we didn't end up eating inside. Once we dug into our lunch box, it immediately became clear why this place is a hit. Our Before Sunset dish was in an unassuming green box but it was absolutely bursting with flavor from the generous portion of Persian mixed beef (literally two big slabs the size of the box), onions, peppers and potatoes. The seasoning and flavor was absolutely divine without being salty. What a lovely lunch in the sunshine!! read more

Maro's - Before sunset: potato and pepper hiding two large slabs of Persian mixed beef. Not as pretty as dine in but still plenty delicious! - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

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Everything about Maro's Bistro deserves 5 stars: the food, the service, the nice patio outside, the casual and laid-back atmosphere. The food = flavour bombs, massive portion size (each dish could feed 2-3 people), very colourful, nicely presented, and Instagram-worthy. The names of their dishes are fun and unique - enough to grab your interest to try them. Examples: Samson and Delilah, Bella and the Beast, Lunch in Beirut, Memories of Persia, Here Comes the Bride. You can customize the main dishes with add-ons such as Lebanese Marinated Fish Fillet, Fried Cauliflower, Fried Eggplant and Zucchini, etc. Every order / table comes with Middle Eastern pita bread (perfect for dipping into the hummus, babaghanoush, and other mezze dips). The must-try at this restaurant is the "Fried Cauliflower" (you can get this in Bella and the Beast, Phoenicia Garden, or as an add-on to any dish). It's golden brown crispy in the outside, with lots of flavour, and perfectly paired with their homemade hummus. Every dish comes with a mixture of various vegetables and mezze dips, making it very colourful. The sea bass fish fillet in "Here Comes the Bride" is marinated with Middle Eastern spices, and served with green and red bell peppers, onions, and on a bed of tahini, muhammara, and babaghanoush, covered with roasted almonds and pine nuts. "Bella and the Beast" is one of my favourite dishes at Maro's. The giant fried cauliflower head is served with hummus, Moroccan couscous salad (filled with veggies and super flavourful!), kale, cabbage, beets, and cucumber. I can't wait to go back and try their other dishes. This place is very vegan and vegetarian-friendly. Service is fast; food comes out within about 10 minutes of ordering (made fresh to order). The patio has about 4-5 tables spaced nicely apart (combination of regular tables & chairs, and bench-style seatings), on a nice quiet street in Oakville. The summer breeze and spacious table on the patio with some shade make it a nice patio summer dining experience. read more

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Absolutely amazing place!!! Hands down one of my fav middle eastern restaurants. A totally fresh and new take on Lebanese cuisine! Love the menus names also, reminds me of my childhood. If you haven't been here yet. What are you waiting for??? It's out of this world good. Get the cauliflower you won't regret it! And all of the dips are amazing. read more

First of all, the decor and ambiance is spectacular. The service was incredible. Maro himself is everywhere connecting with customers. The food was incredibly flavourful, delicious and fresh! Large portions to share with your loved ones. We will definitely be returning! read more

Maro's - Halloumi - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

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This place used to be a local haunt of mine in high school wayyyyyy back when it was a burrito joint and it honestly holds up massively. The renovations on the interior are incredibly cute, tastefully modern with nods to Lebanese culture throughout. I went solo, feeling greedy, nostalgic, and trying to cure a mild hangover so this absolutely treated me well. I didn't venture far out of the general public's comfort zone with my choices for this meal, getting literal shawarma on the rocks and baba ganoush, but oh my god was it good!!!! The portions are clearly meant for family style dining which makes the prices feel well worth it in my opinion. I had food for several days after, repurposing the leftovers for both a late-night 12am after-work dinner and a charcuterie plate for my friends. I'm happy to see how far this place has come since it first opened; my favourite restaurant in Oakville hands down! read more

Maro's - Baba Ganoush + chicken shawarma plate 3 - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

Enjoyed a delicious dine in early dinner with our baby daughter and my hubby. We were one of the first tables in the restaurant as we went for a super early supper. The dishes all sounded amazing on the menu, it was hard to decide. In the end we went for the Beauty and the Beast platter and the fried fish platter. The food is beautifully presented with lots of colours, flavours and textures. Everything we tried was very tasty. We liked their hot and garlic sauces so much, we asked our server if we could buy some to go. He obliged and brought us two huge squeeze bottles for $5 each - epic! Would like to come back to try more menu items someday soon. read more

Went for lunch last Sunday and yum! We ordered A Day in A Lebanese Mountain and a side of Fried Cauliflower for two of us - it was more food than we needed but we really wanted to try a lot of different things! The cauliflower was amazing, as was the eggplant on the platter. The Lebanese garlic potatoes were also very yummy. Everything else on the platter was good but didn't stand out. Service was fantastic! Our server helped us to choose our meal when we were overwhelmed, and luckily let us know that the portions are huge, otherwise we would have had way too much food. Will definitely be back! read more

Maro's Bistro in Oakville serves up delicious high quality food. Each of the dishes was fresh and bursting with flavour. Our server, Caelyn was fantastic! She did a great job learning our preferences, and made a couple of suggestions: Halloumi Fried Cheese, Lebanese Cevapi, and Before Sunset. Caelyn got the cooks to add heat to Before Sunset, which turned out to be a hit! The chicken and beef were cooked to "on point" juicy perfection, and adding hot sauce... a delight! The Baba Ganoush is exceptional, and Hummus is must try! read more

Maro Bistro offers tasty Lebanese food. The portions are huge. The menu is different and the names for the dishes are innovative. They are located on Kerr street in Oakville, next to Narenj. Pros: 1. Menu is different than run of the mill Mediterranean places 2. Huge portions Cons: 1. Pricey!! Dishes on average are $25 and the sides are $11 on average. Although portions are huge, the food doesn't tastes the same the next day after you take it home in a doggie bag and heat it. I would much prefer smaller portions and less heftier prices. The sides at $11 average are beyond ridiculous. 2. No table water served. You have to buy bottled water for $2.50 for a 500 ml bottle, which is neither environmentally friendly nor pocket friendly for patrons. 3. They only accept cash. read more

Maro's - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

On the whole food was good, all the dishes had a similar taste though. The fish was a little under cooked, and my favourite was Maro's Special. read more

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Needed a place to take my aunt for dinner! Thank goodness she was adventurous and willing to cater to my cravings for Mediterranean food! According to Yelp it seem this is the most happening place in Oakville! It would have been a 5 place if only they served tap water instead of forcing us to get bottled water! It's a full restaurant, I'm not getting take out! Yes I understand you need to make money how difficult is it to get a pitcher and fill it with water? Coming from someone that hates plastic water bottle, I should have got a canned drink but they only had pop and fizzy drinks! My aunt doesn't drink and I was the DD, so wine was also not an option! Next time maybe I'll bring my own tumbler of water! Really wanted to give them a 5 star review! The hot sauce was also weak! It was more sweet than spicy! We got the Here comes the bride which was bass fillets heavily seasoned! Tasted delicious! And added the fried eggplant and zucchini! Everything tasted delicious! However I was super thirsty afterwards! I would def come back and make sure I am not the DD! read more

Maro's - Fried eggplant and zucchini - Middle Eastern Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

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Excellent food and service. A little on the expensive side, but what can we expect from a restaurant right on Lakeshore.

Came to this restaurant today and had my lunch there oh my God was amazing delicious I will keep coming back to this place. I love their customer service. They have the best customer service. The owners just amazing. I highly recommend it. read more