Came here for our Anniversary dinner, nothing was done like what they tend to do at places like…read moreJoey but seems like only for birthdays - not that I was expecting anything but wanted to see if there was something in comparison. You'll need reservations here for sure and best to reserve a table not the day before otherwise they'll have bar tops available. They have a second floor for a more private dining which is nice for small groups or couples, the washrooms are downstairs, floors are slippery - be careful! When we got there we got to choose between the alcohol side or kitchen bar, we chose the alcohol bar side since the bartender Jasmine greeted me immediately and complimented my outfit. This is a pricey place, more a high end kind of restaurant so if you're looking for a cheaper place, don't go here obviously. Food was pretty decent with what we ordered. The only that didn't stand out whatsoever was the salmon. I've been to many high end restaurants and in other countries so salmon isn't much of a hit typically. They sold out of the bass fillet and the mussels (specials for the night/week - forgot what Jasmine said) so if you want to try these, order asap! Drinks were great! I asked for a Caesar as my second/third drink and wanted a specific amount of spice, Jasmine just came with the tabasco and put the amount I wanted, thank goodness! I feel like we definitely got the best service sitting by the drinks bar with Jasmine just genuinely kind and chatting with us. We had a great time and will definitely be coming here again.

Visited this restaurant on mother's day for a lovely lunch :)…read more What we ordered: Zucchini chips: ($27) 8.5/10 I've never had zucchini chips before, they were perfectly fried, light, and went well with the tzatziki. I feel like there could've been more zucchini for the price point Peppercorn steak: ($78) 8.5/10 Very tender and well-cooked steak. I couldn't really taste much of a peppercorn flavor in the sauce though. I prefer my steak on the saltier side so I asked for some salt and they gave me a small bowl of flakey sea salt (my favourite!). Lobster roll ($48): 9/10 I've never had avocado in a lobster roll before, and the flavours & textures actually worked really well together! The lobster tasted fresh and sweet. The fries were crispy and plentiful. This spot is on the pricier side, but the quality of the food, service, and ambiance is reflected in the price.

Fantastically fresh food that's family-friendly…read more Food: Had a couple of dishes to share, starting with the garden salad that was very fresh and cool, perfect for a home summer day yet with a hint of sweetness that made it bright and vibrant. The hummus with mushroom was also very unique, it tasted very earthy and balanced the pita very well, providing some chew and meatiness to the dish. The pide was also very nice and crispy, and you can taste each ingredient separately on the pide yet it all melds together with the fragrant spices combine it all. Service: There was plenty of seating available in the restaurant, and the people were all very friendly. As it was our first time, the server helped provide some recommendations and walked us through some favourites on the menu. Atmosphere: The place was a nice and clean, but nothing spectacular in terms of design. Seats were comfortable enough, although the tables were fairly close together.

I landed at the airport and had to make the drive to North Bay. Before the drive I made a quick…read morestop in in Sofra Istanbul for a late lunch/early dinner. There is construction on 400 so it can be tricky to get here. You might have to go one exit passed Steeles and come back but it's worth it. Because of the time I went , there was only on other person in the dining room. You can see back into the kitchen. I like that be because the dining room usually smells pretty good. The server was from Turkey and he had a bit of an accent which made me think the food would be a little more authentic. On the recommendation of the server I got the Cokertme Kebab. It doesn't quite look like it does in the menu picture but it was really good. The beef strips were well seasoned and tender. The yogurt complimented the beef very well and the chips added good texture. I would definitely recommend giving it a try.

First time trying Shelby's after seeing all their trending funny reels but never had a chance…read morebecause their spots are outside Toronto in the burbs. We ordered the chicken shawarma and the legendary bowl with mixed protein. I dressed my wrap with spicy garlic and it just had a tiny bit of heat and it was perfect. I really enjoyed the fresh saj bread that it's wrapped in. It really sets it apart from all the shawarma places around town. The legendary bowl is also really good with a generous amount of protein and my SO love the roasted cauliflower on top though he says the fries in the bowl is not as good as another shawarma he enjoys downtown and would order the crispy wrap for next time. The space is really on theme and matches the catchphrases from their reels and even the receipt gives you a waiver warning about using ketchup on their shawarma. I love how they have the tablets so you can order and check the offerings to disperse the line and wait. It's not as fast as the usual fast food, shawarma spots but the quality is certainly up there. It doesn't look busy but they have a steady flow of online deliveries/pickups. The only feedback is the receipts seem really long because they include the waiver to not use ketchup in each receipt. Since they ask for your number to order on the tablet, probably just include it the first time. We forgot to order a drink and ordered it separately and it is unnecessary to print another long receipt again for one drink. Lastly a curious question I have is why the name Shelby's? Given the Middle-Eastern food, I wonder why an English-origin name.

The best schwarmas I've ever eaten Ordered their legendary…read morephalaphal was the best The legendary lamb and cheese schwarma was very good too The interiors are cool too The customer service is the best It's self service was very good Good ambiance and a very good experience The legendary wrap is so big with the best taste

Despite the name this isn't German style doner (no veal or even lamb, meat isn't shaved in thin…read morestrips but coarsely). They get 3.5 stars. Got a mixed (beef & chicken) doner box with fries & salad. The meats were tasty enough & juicy enough & the fries were fresh. Chicken was a bit better than beef. The garlic sauce was decent & the salad pretty fresh.

Tried this place out (pick-up/takeout) with my office teammates for lunch. Not bad indeed. But we…read moreall agreed that they were a tad bit stingy with the sauces. I ordered a falafel box with fries and salad. Was very tasty but I didn't get too much garlic creamy sauce / hot sauce / tzatziki as requested. I don't taste much spice from the hot sauce.

I was misled by the positive reviews, or maybe I was just unlucky…read more Walked in and decided on the Chicken Doner wrap, and was waiting at the register to order, there 5+ workers looked at me several times, and continued to do there thing, talking to each other and doing whatever. I waved at one and said I was ready to order, and one girl said alright, and continued doing there thing, waited a good 5 minutes for someone to actually take my order... I haven't felt so invisible at a restaurant for a very long time. Anyways - got a combo, and they didn't say anything on where to get a drink, I saw the drink display to the side, so grabbed my can - and one of the workers were like , did you order that? , Um... yes, I ordered a combo, and I'm assuming this is where you grab the drink? - and then she's like oh okay. The wrap itself was okay , however the chicken was a little dry in some bites - fries were unseasoned, so you can figure that out on your own as well. Overall, disaster of an experience - and absolutely will not re-visit on my next Toronto trip.

You know a spot is good when it's packed!…read more Champion Doner looks like an ordinary spot on the outside but inside it's always rocking with long lines. That's because the shaved Turkish döner meats are juicy with flavour coated by a savoury trio of creamy sauces. The meal portions are usually generous yet somehow we end up gulping it all down in no time. The order process is simple but the wait thereafter always builds up the anticipation. Upon being called, head up to pick our choice of healthy salad to cut through the hearty protein. Our picks on rice are usually red cabbage, mixed salad, pickled turnips, hot baby peppers, hummus and cheese over döner meats plus a blend of tangy mango & spicy garlic sauces. The balance of meat and vegetables is perfect whether it's the mixed döner plate of chicken & beef or a couple separate döner boxes for takeout. The only difference is some ladies here give larger portions than others! Despite the messy chaotic restaurant interior and long wait that detract from the meal experience, there's a reason why so many patrons keep packing in here. Skip it or hit it? Without a doubt this is a champion of good Turkish food perfect for meat lovers.

Wonderful food! Being a big fan of this cuisine, I feel…read moreobliged to try any new spots that open up, and saw this on a delivery platform the other day and decided to try it out soon, Just tried it today and it was AMAZING. Got the beef shish kabobs and the schnitzel, the schnitzel was the winner and it tasted very very good, the kabobs were good too, but nothing extra ordinary and it still needed some extra cooking perhaps. Packaging is nice, service is fast, it's a must try and definitely a repeat experience.

We ordered take out from here during covid and had a really positive experience. The restaurant was…read morevery good at adjusting the entree to suit my dietary restrictions. I ended up ordering the steak combo and received salad, fries and potato wedges as sides. Unfortunately the rice from my boyfriends order had dairy or gluten and it didn't agree with me. Just eat the rice with caution if you are sensitive to dairy or gluten. Our two entrees were enough food for 3 or 4 meals. We were both stuffed and it tasted great.

Hummus and chicken…read more The pita was sublime Highly recommend The chicken-lentil soup was flavorful

We wanted so Mediterranean food and didn't wanna go to MVM as this was a bit closer. We got there…read morebefore 8pm, was informed shawarma was sold out, so we made it work. Everything was super delicious! I love baba ganoush and the fried eggplant! My partner loves the hummus! We got the mixed 2 skewers with garlic potatoes and the calamari! It was insanely fresh and delicious! Looking forward to coming back to try the shawarma plate! Heard good things about it! They also have great lunch menu until 4pm

Jerusalem is located on Leslie and Nymark, in the Nymark plaza…read more Decided to try their Maza plate this time as it was a special BOGO. Interior seemed clean. They were preparing for the dinner that night. Food was ready in a timely manner. The baba ghanouj was my favorite then the hummus and then the tahini. The tabule salad is very fresh and parsley forward. The vegetables and pickled items were all quite fresh. The 3 falafel balls came out hot and crispy, moist and flavor inside. Comes with side of pita. Definitely recommend this restaurant.

This family-owned restaurant in Toronto Ontario Canada offers Middle Eastern and Mediterranean…read morebuffet food. We were there on a Friday night so the all-you-can-eat buffet was $42.95 which included many choices of breads, appetizers, salads, entrees and desserts. A belly dancer was the entertainment for the evening. We sat at a booth with a good view of the music and show, also easy access to the buffet. Our server was very friendly and efficient. We had a fun evening.