I can't decide what's worst, the fat servers smell, or the sweat he drips into your food. Let me…read morepaint you a picture. You walk into a shit hole thinking your gonna get some subpar food. You order the most popular item, the spicy chicken. Your sitting on the stained, crispy bench. Suddenly, you hear the ding from the microwave telling you ur gourmet chicken is finally ready! You bite into ur hot on the outside but cold on the inside chicken. You go home feeling like shit. If you don't want this to happen to you, please, don't go here.

A pleasant surprise! The chicken shawarma was massive and delish!…read more I'll be back Shish!!! My tummy thanks you!

Walked in on a cold winter Wednesday and got seated right away. They have a half off wine bottles…read moredeal on Wednesdays and will even cork any unfinished bottles for you to take home. Our server was so nice and friendly. We got the tabule salad with falafel, fried eggplant, and lamb grill. The salad is kind of a small portion but very tasty. The falafel was the perfect ratio of crispy to stuffing. However, they were mini falafels and I believe the regular order of falafels is bigger. The eggplant was the least enjoyable dish because it was so greasy and had no flavor to it. The lamb was cooked to perfection and so tender and flavorful. The grills are also served with veggies and rice. The portion size was perfect. We'd go back again and try some other hot mezzes.

Ordered delivery while I was in Toronto for work. The food…read morewas very well packaged and was overall quite good. I ordered a couple small plates and then the lamb banadura. The hummus was good, definitely above average for hummus, a very classic hummus. Also got some falafel which were also good. Not overly fried, good flavor and consistency to them. Paired well with some hot sauce. The lamb banadura was good too, the lamb itself was perhaps a bit dry and could've been more heavily spiced/seasoned, but the tomato garlic sauce in which it was served was absolutely delicious as were the heavily-seasoned tomatoes in the dish. Everything was well packaged for delivery and it was all pretty good.

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!

Two friends came with me to this establishment. It was their first time and my third. I always…read moreenjoyed the quick service, upbeat vibe, and delicious fresh food! Limon did not disappoint this time. One of my friends who ordered falafel said it was the best she ever had. When I venture over to The Beaches, will stop in here again!

Friday, sunny warm summer day, and lunch time.... hungry…read more My colleague and I decided that we deserved nice lunch-out to celebrate our surviving this busy week! Queen St E on Friday lunch time is vibrant, filled with variety of independent shops, restaurants and cafes. Many people are enjoying their dining and social time. We were in the right place! We parked our car, then started to look around to see where to eat, and I found Limon right on the other side of the street. Lucky me! Limon has been on my "go-to" list! We were seated at the sidewalk patio. :) We had: # Whole Sea Bream with Israeli salad # Lamb Shish kabob with fries Complimentary pickles were immediately served. Good for a hot day - stimulating appetite. Sea Bream was generously big, crispy outside and super juicy inside! Simple yet perfect seasonings. Squeezing fresh lemon perfected the flavor. Israeli salad is a bit under-seasoned (for my liking), but nice aroma with plenty of herbs. Lamb Shish Kabob was also generous, a lot of large chunky meat cubes are cooked to perfect medium rare. Tender, juicy. Delicious. The accompanying fries are addictive. Crispy golden brown, perfect seasoning. Nice neighbourhood, pleasant service, cheerful & bright atmosphere, delicious food and generous portion. I liked this place - worth exploring other menus! Will come back again :)

We visited Kabul Kabab House in the Gerrard India Bazaar and enjoyed the warm and casual…read moreatmosphere. The restaurant specializes in Afghan and Middle Eastern halal food, with classic kabab plates, rice dishes, and traditional flavours served in a simple and welcoming setting. The space feels relaxed and comfortable, making it a nice stop while exploring the Gerrard India Bazaar area. We tried the "Waziri Kabab Plate", which included a mix of flavorful grilled Beef and Chicken Tikka served with Qabuli rice and sides. The chicken and beef were tender, nicely seasoned, and freshly prepared, making the meal very satisfying. The portions were generous, and the overall experience felt authentic and comforting. The owner is very nice and friendly, making sure the customers are happy.

My family has catered food from this place multiple times and it's one of the better Afghan places…read moreto order food from, especially for large numbers. Their kabli rice and beef kababs are really good. However, what I absolutely love this restaurant is something that doesn't fit in with the theme at all - their chicken wings. Consider getting the BBQ chicken wings as a side. They've got a sweet and tangy sauce that they're smothered in and it tastes like heaven. Bring your appetite cause you get quite a bit! Not going to lie, the place looks quite shabby and rundown. Just a warning so you don't expect fancy.

This is a new concept restaurant from Paramount Fine Foods. The restaurant is smaller and for more…read morecasual dining. There created Shawarma Pockets and Cones, while maintaining thei traditional Wraps and Bowls. They soft-opened on 2025-06-30. The Pockets and Cones are more affordable and can allow for a quick meal. In this instance, Yalla means "let's go". I ordered the following: 1. Beef Shawarma Pocket ($7.99). 2. Shrimp Rice Bowl ($11.99). 3. Mushroom Bowl ($11.99). 4. Canned Pop ($2.50). 5. Rice Pudding ($5.99). 6. Mouhalabieh ($5.99). 7. Meghli ($5.99). Obviously I didn't eat it all; I was bringing most of it home. The Beef Shawarma Pocket is ingenious since that alone was good for lunch. The Beef Shawarma was delicious! The ingredients for the Shawarma has changed to now use Top Sirloin and Lamb Fat. Lamb fat is tastier and more moist than Beef fat. The shrimps were perfectly grilled with accompanying sauces. The turmeric rice was fragrant and moist. The rice has 7 spices and cilantro in it. The Meghli dessert was an amazing dessert. It is tasty and refreshing. It is said to have very healthy and energetic properties; women who recently gave birth would eat it to revive their energy. It has aromatic rice pudding, cinnamon, caraway, and anise, topped with crunchy nuts. I will report about the other dishes when I try them at another time. There is adequate indoor seating (tables and counters) and outdoor seating (two small tables). The vibe is green and red, their restaurant colours. Paramount features Lebanese and Syrian cuisine. There is free WiFi. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, but there is no door-open button. There are separate male/female washrooms downstairs, so they are not wheelchair accessible. There is paid neighbourhood street parking. Review 2025-125

Yalla by Paramount is a fresh and vibrant addition to the Middle Eastern food scene, offering…read moremodern touches to the classic flavours. The menu offers great variety of salads, bowls, pockets and sweets. Each menu item is fresh and full of flavours. The space is cozy yet feels lively and the colourful decor makes it welcoming. There are a couple of tables available for dine in; it's also great for takeout. We ordered "Beet Tabbouleh Salad", "Freekeh Salad", "Veggie Cone", "Falafel Cone", "Hummus", "Shrimp Rice Bowl", Chicken Shawarma Pocket" and "Beef Shawarma Pockets". Pockets are creative and one of their kind; definitely a must-try. Every dish was fresh and delicious and presented beautifully. In-house hummus, tahini sauce and tzatziki add extra flavour to every meal. The chef and manager are very friendly and make sure everyone has a great experience.

I'm equally enthused, impressed, and enamored at how much food we've eaten. The amount of care and…read moreflavor to the food is equal to the price we've paid for it. For the location, it's hidden especially from the Toronto downtown area (granted, I'm visiting) but the mood and selections are worth the traveling.

Food is slightly overpriced considering that they require you to tip but only provide partial table…read moreservice. The restaurant itself is pretty spacious but it does get busy during brunch hours on weekends.

I had a few minutes before I had to hop into the Danforth Music Hall for a show, so I figured I'd…read moregrab a quick bite at Zaad. I walked in and the first thing I noticed was how loud the music was. I don't want to sound like an old fuddy duddy, but the volume was at a level you would usually associate with a popular bar or nightclub. And since the only other people in there was a family of three, it really didn't make any sense. Anyway, I figured I'd forge ahead and grab the Lamb and Beef Shawarma Saj ("Mix of lamb and beef shawarma wrapped in a 12-inch traditional middle eastern style flatbread") and I requested that with everything and extra spicy. It's fine. They put way too much sauce and there were zero crispy meat bits, but it basically satisfied my shawarma craving. It's a lot of food, too, so much so that I didn't even finish. Zaad has plenty of potential (first turn down that music and focus on getting that meat crispy) but they're not quite there yet.

I was at a concert at the Danforth Music Hall and was looking to grab a quick bite after the show…read more Saw Zaad was just across the street and went in. It was quite late so it wasn't busy but they were still fulfilling online orders. We ordered and ate. It took a bit for me to get to order but I think it's just because they didn't realize we were doing separate orders. Overall it was good. My only complaint was that they were basically out of tomatoes so I just got two sad looking slices in my whole wrap. Otherwise, food was tasty (I had the saj which was a bit messy). I'm not in a rush to go back but it was solid.

Got the chicken shawarma platter, which comes with rice or fries, salad and hummus. There is a good…read moreamount of chicken and the chicken is not dry and actually comes in large pieces and is not too fatty. Definitely prefer this chicken over a lot of the other shawarma places. The only downside I would say is the price - after tax it comes to around $20. Food is prepared fast and there is a good amount of seating at this location as well.

Alpha's Shawarma is a shawarma restaurant with Syrian and Lebanese roots. With 4 locations in the…read morecity, this particular location is right on Yonge close to Dundas. The menu has appetizers, wraps, plates, platters as well as sides for you to choose from. You can also customize your wraps and have it Arabic style or have everything included; you are also able to choose the level of spiciness you want as well. I've heard many good things about Alpha's Shawarma and have never tried them until recently. Stepping into Alpha's Shawarma you are greeted by a long counter filled with ingredients as well as their shawarma meats which are on a vertical rotating spit. The cashier is towards the middle of the restaurant where there is quite a bit of seating at the back to enjoy your purchased items. There is also a small display of desserts as well next to the cashier. I opted to get a chicken shawarma saj with all the toppings (garlic sauce, hummus, pickles, turnips, onion & parsley, lettuce, tomato, tahini, and pomegranate molasses). I picked a table while waiting for my wrap to be made which took about less than 5 min. Service was friendly and they called out my order number on the loud speaker where I grabbed my wrap. The staff asked me if I wanted extra garlic sauce which I replied "yes!" where they placed more garlic sauce on my wrap. Sitting down, I took a nice bite out of my chicken shawarma. It was delicious - the chicken was moist and tender and the ingredients worked well together. Next time I do want to try the wrap with only Arabic toppings (garlic sauce, pickles, fries, and pomegranate molasses). However, I enjoyed all the toppings on my shawarma wrap which was also nicely toasted. The portion of the wrap was pretty big and I was full after I finished the whole thing. The garlic sauce was great - it was creamy and full of garlic flavour but not too overpowering. Overall, friendly service and a great place for shawarma near the Yonge-Dundas area. I totally understand why everyone's been talking about how delicious Alpha's Shawarma is!

Came here on a Saturday before an orchestra. We had…read morereservations so it was pretty easy. Our server Mahsa was really good to us, patient and gave us a lot of great recommendations! She really knew her stuff... from drinks to food. Wish we had room for some dessert... but we were really full.. Inside is very clean and well kept. Really pretty too. In between our appetizers and main, they cleaned our table and gave us new plates. Felt nice. Overall, although on the expensive side, we really enjoyed it and my vegan friends had a lot of options, so it was great for them too!

We had a very beautiful birthday celebration at Laylak. The manager took care of us very well. We…read moretried so many dishes- the lamb was a highlight as well as the raw beef. Hummus was excellent... even tried Lebanese wine. Would come back in a heartbeat- similar feel To Byblos. Great addition to the neighbourhood.