An unexpected find in Bloorwest village where the restaurants could use more variety…read more There's already 2 other falafel joints on this strip, but this one stands out. Best value (2 dinner plates for $16, 2 sandwiches for $10) and by far the most toppings for no additional charge. Go over to Ali babas across the street and you'll see what I mean. They even have a sour mango sauce that really balances the flavours. Service is slightly on the slow side as they seem to cook the chicken in batches, which isn't a bad thing if you're looking for fresh. The rice on the other hand was undeniably stale (I'm thinking reheated from lunch?) 4 stars because despite its flaws it's better than 90% of falafel places in the city!

Visited from LA, not tasty at all, too many homeless people. I won't go back ever again.read more

Diverse addition to the Toronto food scene! There aren't any halal fine dining restaurants that…read moreI've seen so it was nice to have something different. I went on a Friday and it was pretty packed. They also do have a private secluded dining room in the back that someone had booked out. Their assortments of mocktails was quite diverse and they even had non-alcoholic wines which was great. Highly recommend the potato falafel (very fluffy) and the chicken two ways. Service was super attentive and you can tell the chef really cares since he came out to thank each table when they were leaving.

We visited for Valentine's Day and opted for the pre-fixe tasting menu. This was different than…read moreother tasting menus we had tried before. It came through as three courses at a time and each course had 3 to 4 selections of their main menu. It came to around $130 per person. The food was good, nothing to really complain about, but I wouldn't say it was outstanding or memorable. For the price I'm used to a more complex and memorable dining experience for tasting menus. Overall, our experience was good, but not excellent.

Love this place for takeout! They have the space to eat in too but it's a bit of a dive…read more Super friendly service with a warm smile in the heart of Bloor West Village. Delicious Shawarma Plate, Falafel Sandwich and fresh Baklava (they have walnut, pistachio or almond). Definitely coming back for more!

Very tasty and good portions for the price. I did find some things could use a smidge more…read moreseasoning but overall, pretty good!! I like that the plates are all veggies and hummus, no rice/potatoes. I was happily full at the end

This is a cozy spot with an elegant decor that makes you feel right at home. The menu offers a wide…read morerange of Persian dishes from appetizers, drinks, kebabs to stews and mixed rice. We ordered "Kashk o Bademjan" and "Pomegranate Salad". We really loved the salad as it was a great balance between the sauce and the ingredients. For main, we ordered "Isfahan Platter" which included one skewer of beef tenderloin and one skewer of ground lamb. The kebabs were tender and perfectly grilled. "Yogurt Drink" here is a must-try. The staff are friendly and attentive.

Visited with a large party on a weekday. The restaurant it self has Persian art covering the walls,…read morethe cutlery and glassware was also unique. Onto to the food, Kashko Bademjan, I was not expecting the strong taste of goat cheese in this dip which was the prominent flavour. It came paired with bread, Hummus, was good Starting with the kabobs, Torsh Joojeh Kebab this was the chicken breast, the chicken it's self was flavourful but the overall dish was dry. Queens Koobideh,. The minced lamb kabob was delicious. The service was a hit and miss, one of them was sweet and welcoming. The other not so much, she seemed to irritated by our questions or presence. A few things to note: For a large party, each person must order an Entree, you cannot share even though some Dishes are large. They add a 20% gratuity for larger parties Some dishes are pricey $43 for chicken/beef.

Stopped by on a whim cause we were hungry. So glad we did! We got complimentary soup, chicken…read moremandi, and cauliflower to share between two. Cauliflower had a chimichurri that I wanted to lick off the plate. The portions are pretty huge here. Would have LOVED to try the lamb but like I said, portions were so big. Might be a good call so that you have leftovers for lunch the next day. Service was impeccable. Like superior. Everyone was so kind and the chef even came out to check on us. This little restaurant deserves all the love. Will be back if I'm in Toronto again.

The waitstaff had a great attitude; they were very patient even though we spent over ten minutes…read morediscussing the menu, and they provided helpful recommendations and explanations. The three types of Mandi rice were perfectly infused with the aroma of spices, making it some of the best rice I've ever had. Both the chicken and lamb were cooked using low-temperature slow cooking, resulting in incredibly tender and juicy meat. My friends and I highly recommend this restaurant.

I ordered the Lavender Cream Matcha and it was soooooooooo good. I also got the pistachio croissant…read morewhich was also delicious. The cafe is very spacious and with lots of seating. It had a nice natural vibe with the brand stamped everywhere. The service was decent. Not overly friendly, they were just kind of there. That's the only reason why they got 4 stars instead of 5.

We love Olive Branch so much! Here at least once a week. The baristas are so kind and friendly. The…read moremusic and decor are so nice. Love all the drinks, food and desserts I've gotten to try here. The cinnamon bun with chocolate and pistachio was soooo good! Basil Grilled cheese had such a satisfying cheese pull and was delicious. Strawberry matcha was phenomenal. My husband loved the kunafa. I could literally have their strawberry cups ever day - they're the best out there.

So many similar options for middle eastern in Toronto and this is one of the best I have had. Fresh…read moreingredients and freshly baked bread!!!!

We visit Toronto once a year and ALWAYS come here! My husband is Arab and he says this food is as…read moregood as his mom's. I want to move here solely so I can eat this food weekly!

I highly recommend their foie gras, salt-grilled fish EUROBASS-EN-CROÛTE, and steak ! I forgot to…read moretake a picture of the foie gras, but it was incredibly rich and flavorful, and the grilled pineapple helped cut through the richness. The grilled fish is a must-order at almost every table; it had no fishy taste at all and was delicious. The steak was Jacob's dry-aged steak; you can't go wrong with their steaks.

Really enjoyed my night at Byblos. The vibe is super chic but not too formal. I love that the menu…read moreis designed for sharing, so you get to try a little bit of everything. Everything we ordered was flavorful and well-balanced. Also loved the cocktails. Great spot if you're looking for something a bit different from the usual dinner places.