The 2 things I would rate most highly is the service and the vibe of the place…read more The waiter who attended to our table was very nice and trained very well to answer and give menu suggestions to help in the ordering process. The owner of the place, Maha, was also extremely pleasant going around tables and chatting with the customers. The restaurant space was a little tight, but it has a lot of character. It gives a very welcoming and homey feel. One minor gripe I have is that the utensils appear to be sealed or covered the wrong way. It was the ends of the spoon and fork that was covered with napkin and not the actual surfaces that come into contact with food. The ends of utensils that actually come in contact with the food and mouth just lie there directly on top of the dining table which is not the most sanitary. As for the food, the food serving size of the meal is great and is usually more than enough for a person. Ordering appetizers on top of the brunch meals will be good for only those that are heavy eaters. For food taste, I personally would rate it as OK to good. It was not bad, but just not something I would personally consider to rank as among my favorite breakfast fare. I enjoyed it more for the novelty of trying something different which is Egyptian food. The food was also a little on the pricey side. We (group of 2) came in at 5 minutes after 10 on a Sunday morning and were lucky enough to find seating (2 tables that can seat 4). When we finished and left at 11AM, there was already a long lineup outside.

came here due to review. prepared myself by 'starving' the night before. lol. else i wont be able…read moreto eat bfast (i dont-eat-bfast-type-of-person). got here 750am on saturd. first one walked in by 8am when they opened. ordered: honey cardammon latte nutella latte lentil soup shrimp po boy basturma scramble overall, it taste HOMEY!! simple and comforting. nth strong or overpowering or greasy. delicious!! the lentip soup is wow (considering im not big fan on non-clear soup). soooooo sooooo good. the attendant suggested us to order it as a side so we have 'room' to eat the main bfast dish. the soup came in a cute cup. saw a review that honey cardammon doesnt have much cardammon taste - but we think it does have cardammon taste....and it's a great balanced flavor overall. my friend is also in agreement about the food here. it's not wow as in 'blow ur mind' (like if u go to upscale michelin)...but it's wow as in comfy homey (culturally) UNIQUE simple but delicious. service is quick , attentive, and warm. cute place. lots of knick knack...like grandma's house type (like in movie/books). we will definitely come back to try other items (and we already know exactly which one to order). lol. cheers!

First time trying Papyrus. The service was great and the food was delicious. We had BIG EYE and…read moreover ordered but it was all worth it. There were 3 of us for dinner. We ordered a Sharing Meal for 2, plus a Mixed Hawawshi Plate, 3 desserts and 2 drinks. We ended up having to take some of the food home as there was no way we could finish everything. Our favourite items were: the Dokka, Hummus, Cucumber Pickles & Bissara, the Koshari, the Tameya, and the Bassbousa. Can't wait to go back again.

This was mine and my husband's first time eating Egyptian and we were so happy we did. The food was…read moredelicious. We opted for the family style taste of everything. There wasn't one dish we didn't love and it was even better that everything was vegetarian. We would absolutely come back here. What a great experience.

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.

Delicious! I've walked by this several times but finally decided to give it a try. Got the fried…read moreshrimp sandwich and it was fantastic. The shrimp was nice and crunchy. The tahini had a nice spice taste. Delightful.

Friendly and attentive service. Nice bright colourful space…read morewith comfortable seating.. a fast casual type resto. I was looking for a snack. I decided on the Fried Shrimp sandwich served on a soft bun with a creamy sauce. It was delicious and a good snack sized sandwich. It was $4.99 and was good value

My first time at the West Side Bazaar and I am already plotting my return. My original plan was to…read morestick with a familiar type of food but when I saw that Koshary was a traditional Egyptian dish I was intrigued. After reading the ingredients it also sounded decently healthy (mix of rice and pasta, with lentils, a tomato sauce, and crispy onions). I worried it would be boring but it was DELICIOUS! Also extremely filling too (you could probably get 2-3 meals out of it if you wanted to). There is plenty of seating in this food court style place. A great place to meet up with people who maybe want to eat different cuisines. I can't wait to return and try the falafel wrap as well, everything looked great!

Such a fun a delicious surprise!! A very busy husband and…read morewife have opened a very authentic Egyptian eatery. With a very large selection of Egyptian comfort foods to pick from. You can't really pick anything you won't like. And there are loads of vegetarian options. I had to get a bowl of a classic Egyptian dish that is essentially every carb known to man. It's called Koshery. It's macaroni and rice and spaghetti and lentils and chic peas with fried onions and red sauce give or take a few more carbs! It will make your mouth so happy!!! My friend got a yellow lentil and two hard boiled and I think they may have been fried as well eggs. It looked delicious and she said that it was indeed delicious. There were containers of pickles and tomato salad and falafel wraps and Filo dough with a creamy filling. So many other things to pick from on the menu!! So next time you stop at the West Side Bizarre try something different and I think you will be really glad you did!!

I go here all the time with my bestie. This is our lunch spot. We love the food. The service is a…read morehit of miss sometimes. The shop is small but cozy especially on thoes cold days. We love getting the koshary, Molokhia and the Hawawshi but try something new on the menu all the time. Really good Egyptian food.

Falafel pita. 3/5. It was a bit too "herby" tasting for me but consistency was good. The salad was…read morefresh and Tasty and fries nice and crispy. Overall deal 5/5. Huge portion for $14 combo. I'm looking forward to trying other items including the kosheri! Interestingly they also sell chicken wings. Very good vegetarian options. The small orders menu (eg combos) is not on their website but only in store and on Uber eats.

Delicious and smooth latte, the place was cozy full of beautiful designs and decor. The people were…read morefriendly and warm.

Great ambiance. Worth visiting if you can't get into Maha's brunch because some of the items…read moreoverlap including their famous honey cardamom latte or their date grilled cheese. One thing that sucks is that there are no outlets so if you're there to work, you can work so long as you have battery. Got the honey cardamom latte with one espresso just instead of two (hate coffee lol) and the cardamom flavor was definitely there but wish there was more honey flavor.

Amazing sheesha. Totally loved the vibe here. Awesome music, great service. We loved the Kiwi Pan…read moreRasna flavoured hookah here. Must try this place.

I went here with my boyfriend and I have to tell you... This is probably the best hookah lounge I…read morehave been to in Buffalo! Apparently this place was renovated into a more upbeat and classy atmosphere. I really love their white couches and light strips around the walls. It makes the room feel more comfy and upscale! (Tip: minimum age is 18 years old). The servers were such sweethearts. They are so down to earth and friendly to talk to. They also have belly dancers preform in the lounge at around 11:00 pm, but you have to pay an additional fee if you want to watch the performance. The lounge does not serve alcoholic beverages. Instead, they sell soda, bottled water, and green tea! (tip: they have no diet soda for those self-conscious people). My boyfriend and I got the premium flavor called White Gummy Bear. It was light, not too sweet, and very tasty! We also ordered a hot green tea with 2 sugars. The combination of green tea and gummy bear definitely hit the spot. The total bill came out to be $31 including tax but not tip, which is pretty cheap compared to New York City standards. The whole experience was worth it. This lounge was definitely LIT!

Delicious and quick Egyptian food at reasonable prices. This beautiful food truck is located in…read morethe Food District of about 5 food trucks. District is not on Main St but accessible from the alleyways on the west side of Main St. There is a bunch of construction happening on Main St. This area is pretty cute and the location across from Algoma U is pretty cool. I got the Pharaoh's Feast which allows you to pick any 4 sandwiches, fries, and 2 cans of pop. It wax fresh, delicious and hot! The owner said he initially had his truck at Queens Quay in Toronto during the pandemic! Brampton. you lucked out on the gem!

Loved this place and the lovely ladies who run this place. They are the nicest people. The…read moresandwiches are slider size, so if you think this is a meal, you're wrong. You need more than one! The sauces are amazing and the bread too is delicious. My falafel balls were crunchy and the wonderful lady added some pickled veggies. Overall, a good experience and will return to try the dessert which looks like the Indian jalebi. I think it's called zalabia.

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!