A very tiny yet highly acclaimed restaurant in Vancouver near Yaletown-Roundhouse SkyTrain station…read more We stumbled upon this place while walking right at opening, so we got first pick at one of the 3 tables for dine-in. Definitely try to go at opening or when it is not busy, as the dine-in experience is memorable - they place your order in a long wooden board to make it a beautiful spread. We got the Manoush'eh Special which has ground beef, pomegranate, etc and Sham Style which is shaped like a boat. We also tried the yogurt drink which pairs well with the dishes. The only con is that this place does not have free water, but it is no problem to have our own water bottles supplementing the meal. We also got the lentil soup which is pretty good. Definitely sufficient to share one to try, but the Manoush'eh outshines the rest of the items. I loved the quality and texture of the Manoush'eh and just the breads in general. It is a lot of food for 2 people so if you want a snack, you can definitely just share 1. Some people go here for the wraps too. Overall, an affordable restaurant with good food. We got the most expensive items and it was less than 50 CAD all-in, but a lot of the items are around the 10 CAD mark.

we came here near closing, so i'm assuming maybe it wasn't at its best, and i honestly feel kinda…read moreguilty writing this review. but i have to be honest about our experience. the food tasted really bland overall, especially the lahm bi ajeen. it didn't taste well seasoned at all and honestly tasted nothing like the versions i've had before. coming from LA, i feel like i've had a lot of really flavorful middle eastern food, so maybe my standards are higher. usually lahm bi ajeen has this rich savory flavor with warm spices, slight acidity, juicy meat, and a crispy thin crust that almost has a little char to it. this one felt flat flavor wise and the crust wasn't crispy or well baked. it lacked that depth and spice that makes the dish so addictive. maybe we just came at a bad time, but overall it was disappointing for us.

We dined here on a Saturday evening while vacationing in Vancouver. The food was phenomenal and…read morethe service was more than what we expected. All the staff was extremely friendly. Even though we ate during their closing hours, they did not rush us and allowed us to order additional items. Highly recommend the mixed mezze dips platter and mixed grill platter. We ordered additional rounds of the lamb kebab because it was to die for. Cocktails were 10/10, every single one that we ordered was better than the last. I would however avoid the desserts. The baklava, though tasty was dry. The molten lava cake was refused and sent back by our kids. Didn't look very appealing. We would definitely go back on future visits for dinner.

Food was yummy decent portion. Service was ok. Seated us in…read morea quieter area as requested. Ambiance was great. Dark. Good for a potential date with someone special.

Friendly staff and food together quickly. Ordered the kofte wrap and it was sooo flavourful!! The…read moresauces really took everything to the next level! Loved that it was jam packed with veggies too!

If you are looking for a solid donair after a night of drinking with your buddies this place is…read moregreat! Food is pretty high quality for a quick late night snack. Service was good as well even though they deal with so many drunk people every night hahah. All in all it is good and would recommend!

Hydra is a beautiful restaurant that was well worth the confusing entrance. We got the grilled…read moreoctopus, eggplant spread with pita, moussaka and lamb chops alongside a chocolate olive oil cake. Needless to say we were very full by the end. Everything was delicious and we agreed we would order everything again but would first return to try their platters. The service was attentive and the portion sizes was as expected for the price.

We arrived at our hotel in the evening,11:00 NY time. We…read morewere hungry for a light meal since we missed dinner. The hostess greeted us with a friendly smile and we chose to sit at the bar. The decor and vibe is very tranquil and elegant. We ordered the beet salad and grilled octopus. Both were delicious and prepared perfectly. Our bartender Sasha really made the evening fun with great conversation and attentive service. I highly recommend.

Pleasantly surprised I was!…read more I was not expecting this much delightfulness in my mouth - Doner Stop rocked it for me! On a real whim moment - a friend I was going into town with was carrying on past this joint & said - hey you have to try this Doner - it's good. Oh why not - I said. I popped in & walked around checking out the setup & noticed the freshness & cleanliness right away. I like the decor as well - neat high tables & wood finishing. DS is still a baby - having just opened up 3 months ago. I met the boss & we chatted up a storm. He's a cool guy who's been in Vancouver for over 10 years - originally from Turkey! Ok - you had me at Turkey!!! He recommended the chicken Doner & wow oh wow did this taste of heaven go down or what. The tender halal chicken & Tabouli salad & ingredients as well as added sauces including hot sauce - Mama Mia!!! Heads up for anyone popping in over the next few weeks - the boss has plans for Kebabs & is strategizing how to work in a new grill etc etc. He's real excited about this venture & said I have to come back at the end of February when he hopes to have completed setting up. Sounds awesome - I will definitely be going back! Oh make sure that when you go to DS - show boss the picture of my Doner & tell him to grill it exactly like in the pic!!! You won't be disappointed!

I had the chicken rice plate and it was good. The portion was decent (huge if you are not hungry)…read more It was filled with plenty of fresh veggies, including eggplant. Yums. The chicken doner was one of the best I had so far. It was flavorful on its own, with a slight crisp on the edges of the meat. It was not dry and was just right. I got to try several of the sauces and my favorite would be the garlic tzatziki and the cilantro. I didn't really like the doner sauce which was essentially ketchup, mayo and mustard. It was too rich for me. It is a self serve place, where you place the order and then wait to pick up the food. Feta cheese was extra cost which was not stated up front when the staff asked if I want it. That is a bit sneaky I feel.

Impressed with this food truck! I went to the one at the art gallery plaza but they have one at…read moreburrard skytrain too. I got these two rockets. I tried chicken and beef. Both were really good. Lots of filling and I like the sauce. The wrap is crispy. I was basically full from eating half of it so the price is really affordable since it's two meals for me. Reheated at home in the air fryer. Definitely a good spot for lunch with good value for the price.

I didn't have a good experience at Mr. Shawarma at Robson Square last night. First thing, my…read moremushroom Swiss burger was soggy and very greasy. The texture of the bun was mushy and gross . I was only able to eat half of the burger and threw the rest of it in the trash can . It was very disappointing and a complete waste of money. Then to top it off, the guy working the pos was extremely condescending in the way he handled my question. I guess he thought of me as less than, or something. When he is working I won't be ordering. He made me feel uncomfortable . For the environment it can be very crowded and noisy.

i dropped by aladdin a little after 7:00 pm on a friday. dinner plans had fallen through and my…read morepartner was running late, so i decided on something simple and easy to grab to go. it's a middle eastern restaurant located at 615 robson street, at seymour. inside, the shop is tiny, bright, and set up like a cafeteria. the dining area has just a handful of tables, clearly meant for quick meals rather than lingering. neutral tile floors, simple black tables, and a glass display counter give it a clean, efficient feel. framed foreign currencies line one wall alongside a flat screen tv, reinforcing the sense of a long running, no frills neighbourhood spot. everything looks well kept and geared toward steady takeout traffic. i ordered the lamb shawarma platter, which came with marinated slices of lamb cooked on a flat top griddle, yellow rice, a potato, and a salad of shredded carrots, red onions, cucumbers, beets, and pickles on shredded lettuce with dressing. it also included garlic sauce, hummus, and two slices of pita. watching the food being prepared offered an early clue to what went wrong. a small mound of shaved lamb sat alone on the flat top, lightly steaming but looking pale and already overworked, with no visible basting or buildup of juices. unfortunately, that carried through to the plate. the lamb was dry and lacked the richness you hope for, which took away from an otherwise solid lineup of sides and sauces. with better quality cuts of meat and a bit more care on the grill, this could have been a dependable go to, but as it stood, the main component missed the mark.

Surprisingly it's delicious. Small shop and expected average food but it came out piping hot ,…read moreflavorful and delicious. Clean and courteous. Definitely recommend.

I had a fantastic dining experience at this Persian restaurant! The food was outstanding--rich,…read moreauthentic flavors that really stood out with fresh ingredients and quality flavor development in every dish. Portion sizes were generous, perfect for sharing or taking home leftovers. From the perfectly seasoned kebabs to the aromatic rice and stews, everything tasted homemade and deeply satisfying. If you're a fan of Persian cuisine--or curious to try it--this place is a must. Great food and great value. I didn't like the outdoor seating as the tables weren't level, and the road noise was too much for my liking. Next time we will sit and enjoy the indoor dining area, but it is nice to have indoor/ outdoor options.

The food was delicious! The staff was so friendly and welcoming! The portion sizes were also…read moregenerous. Try it! It's so good.

FIFA world cup started and we wanted to have a dinner at restaurant on the Granville street…read more Granville street was crazy busy before Australia vs Turkey game. There were crowds of people outside of restaurant. We had a reservation at patio. We had a reservation for patio section. When we arrived , manager said restaurant could not control customer who stayed at patio because of world cup crowds. I totally understand the situation, it was unusually busy event day, however, we hope restaurant should remove patio reservation from the booking system during event time. We had Chicken wings, calamari and Lamb shoulder tacos and watched Haiti vs Scotland game. There was no TV outside, so, it turned out to be positive since we could watch another game. Chicken wings were just ok, ordinary. Lamb shoulder tacos was ok, but, flavor was a bit too strong. Calamari was the best dish. Very crispy and crunchy, I would order again.

Visited this restaurant recently. Nice ambiance. I feel like this is a true hidden gem in its own…read moreway. Service was wonderful. Food was delicious.

I like the shawarma! Great prices and big wraps and I highly recommend. Very filling and delicious!…read moreThanks Donair Town Robson !!!

New name: Afghani Kabul Kebab Donair…read more Great portions, fair prices, good service. We are at their outdoor tables (unheated) on a mild winter day. Really well-seasoned and plenty. We'll be back!