Came here a few times for early dinner a few times and enjoyed it both times…read more I ordered the small chicken madhi plate, which is very filling. We didn't have to wait long before the food was served. The chicken came off the bone so easily, and it was nicely seasoned as well. The dish came on a large bed of rice and a delicious lentil soup, along with dipping sauce. The price was pretty affordable given the size as well. The place was brightly lit and there was lots of space each time I went. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area.

This was my first time trying Mandi and boy, it was delicious!…read more I wonder why I had never tried this before. Their slow-cooked lamb mandi plate was the star of the show for me. I am usually that person who does this like lamb as much coz of the smell but trust me when I say, this was the softest and juiciest no-smell lamb I have ever had. It was melt-in-your-mouth soft and packed with flavor! The rice portion was enough for 2-3 people to share depending on how hungry you are. It also comes with fried onions and potato on the rice. The chicken and lamb mixed mandi was good too but honestly after trying the lamb, I was sold! However, I did like the rice on the chicken mandi better than the lamb one. I thought it tasted better. The place was quite busy and it's an order-at-counter system they follow but the food was brought in quickly which is appreciated.

Let me put you on the chicken shawarma wrap here at Yaseen. It was very loaded with chicken and the…read moresize of this wrap was well worth $12. I have gotten this many times but the last time the chicken was kind of dry. They have a new crispy wrap where they use fried chicken strips instead which I will have to try next time. Service is amazing, the staff here are all very friendly and aim to please. The ambiance was nice and the place is clean with plenty of seating. They even have a sign outside that says they will feed you if you are hungry and cannot pay!

Go-to place for some really good shawarma!…read more Me and my siblings got the chicken Saj with fries inside (If you want fries inside you have to ask them specifically). It was $10.99 which is pretty good considering the size! Overall, service was pretty fast. Despite being so busy they have a really organized system where they call out your number. They also have booths to dine in and sit in which were comfortable. Would recommend eating here.

We came here on a Saturday for Iftar buffet and were pleasantly surprised with the variety and…read moretaste of the dishes. They have a spacious venue, suitable for parties and large gatherings. They also have private rooms for party of up to 10 people and larger separate area for groups of 10+. The friendly staff make sure you enjoy your time here. They have a nice decoration for Ramadan and their Iftar buffet included great variety of Middle Eastern and Iraqi appetizers, entrée and desserts. They also have live performance by Saif Shaheen every night after Iftar. Iftar buffet is available till 9pm and regular menu resumes at 9pm.

Had the Ramadan buffet. The food was generally pretty tasty but not everything was fresh, even…read morethough I only arrived at 8pm less than half an hour in, with 1 hour left. They were also slow to refill the buffet (the kebab took at least 45 mins & the drinks got quite empty too) & they started packing up at 855pm, 5 mins before the official 9pm end. Nothing was labelled except coffee & tea so unless you know what you're eating you'll need to actively find out. Though it was $55, the only seafood items were fried fish (with quite soft flesh), grilled whole fish & odd deep fried shrimp (even less recognizable as shrimp than Japanese restaurant deep fried shrimp [ebi fry]). Most desserts were disappointing. Drinks included with the buffet were coffee, tea, tamarind water?, orange cordial & Vimto. There was live music, but half the tables were smoking shisha so the room got quite smoky after a while. It looks like they put sparklers on birthday cakes (or allow that anyway) which is fun.

The lamb chops were served with dusted fries and what looked like a half portion (maybe less) of…read moretanoor bread. The lamb portion was big. The seasoning was nothing fancy but it was good lamb so the simplicity brought out the natural flavour of lamb. Unfortunately the bread got soggy because it was put underneath everything. The fries were dusted so they had a nice crunch. They were also slightly seasoned, giving them a hint of more complex flavour. The meat quzi (lamb shank) came with 2 types of flavoured rice. The shank itself was ok but there was no sauce for either the lamb or the rice so it was slightly dry overall. There was a lot of rice. The shank portion was OK. It was also served with baked beans - presumably the (Maraga) Yegi broth of the day. That was really weird since it was plain baked beans. Tanoor bread on the side was decent - it's just a long flatbread. Raisin juice (zabeeb) tasted like it sounds. The lentil soup was very plain. Otherwise it was ok. While waiting for my order I helped myself to the free hot tea (sweetened to taste), which was pretty good.

Not only is this place NOT open during the hours they say they are open, but I literally had a…read morepickup for 5pm and there was nobody there and door was locked. I waited about 15 mins and then left. What an absolutely trashy way to run a business. I wasted SO much time driving here and the only thing I can look forward to is a refund and being hungry. Avoid this place on principle...go support businesses who actually care

Found myself at Sahara Express Shawarma & Grill on Dundas late at night, craving something hearty…read moreand warm. Most places had already shut down, but this one had its lights on, so I stopped by. They were minutes from closing, but the guy at the counter welcomed me in. I asked about Shawarma, but he said they were out--then promised to make something "better" that I hadn't tried before. Bold claim, but I was short on options and decided to roll with it. What he made was something he called Chicken Tawouk in a Saj wrap--juicy grilled chicken chunks off the skewer, tossed with sauces and fresh veggies, all wrapped in thin, soft Saj bread. It wasn't just the food, it was watching him assemble it--every step looked intentional and full of confidence. I took it to go, and by the first bite I knew I got lucky. The chicken was grilled just right--smoky, juicy, and full of flavour. The sauces weren't overdone, just the right amount to bind everything without masking the ingredients. It's the kind of wrap that you remember after it's done. I didn't expect a last-minute visit to turn into a food memory I'd actually want to come back for, but here we are. Next time, I'm eating in and trying more from the menu. Late-night gems like this are rare.

Great night about Latin music, very funny entrance and good ideas to decorate the restaurant,…read more Latin is a huge part of us and feel like home.

I wish I came here sooner, Lezzet's is my favorite spot for shwarma! I ordered their well known…read morespecial, the Large Ali J with mixed chicken and beef, mixed fries and rice! It was SOOO good. Please see my pics and vids to verify. Once I took my first bite I knew it was game over. No need to go anywhere else. Come to Lezzet! Aside from the delicious food, there are tons of tables for friends and good ambiance. Staff are very friendly and helpful as well. Definitely 5 stars.

My cousin recommended me this shawarma spot, decided to try it after a basketball session around…read morelunch. I tried the special (Large Ali J with a pop for $18), it was absolutely delicious with great sauces. I got the house and garlic sauce. The house sauce is what made it really stand out compared to other shawarma places I've had. The chicken was tender and the sauce really elevated the taste. The portions were huge and were enough for 2 ppl. Glad I decided to give this place a try especially after my cousins been recommending this place for years. I'd rank it in my top 3 favourites of all time shawarma spots. 9.8/10 and will definitely be back for more.

We had the falafel platter, I went for the mixed grill. Everything was fresh, aromatic, and full of…read moreflavor. I even saw the staff (super friendly!) prepping kofta by hand on metal skewer. We highly recommend if you're in the area!

I'm visiting Toronto and wasn't sure what I wanted to eat for dinner so I headed to Yelp, read…read morereviews, and chose Palmyra. I'm so glad I did. This is a small, family owned establishment. The family was actually sitting down to dinner at the end of the day when I arrived approximately an hour before close. It was wonderful to see them eating together. I was immediately greeted by one of the employees. He was very friendly and allowed me to take my time. I wanted to try a falafel because I love to try several menu items. He accommodated that and allowed me to order a single falafel patty to try. I was stuck between choosing the Palmyra Platter or the Mixed Shawarma plate because, as I said, I like to try several items. I ended up choosing the mixed shawarma plate and ordered it as is. The falafel was crispy and I could taste the herbs mixed in. The sauce drizzled over the top was the perfect addition. I was so glad I tried it. I was so eager to taste it that I forgot to get a photo. I chose the mixed shawarma plate thinking it would be a more manageable serving for me to finish than the Palmyra platter. I was sorely mistaken. It was easily enough food for at least 2 people. This was well worth the price point. The salad was fresh and crispy with a good variety of vegetables in it. I really enjoyed the vinaigrette they used for it as well; just tangy enough. The chicken and beef were crispy on the outside and tender inside. They had good flavor and were not dry at all. The spicy potatoes were a tad spicy for me but I still ate them. The rice was ok in my opinion. I had enough left over to eat a second time. I will definitely visit here again on a subsequent trip so I can try more of their menu items. Overall this was a good experience for me.

When it comes to kababs this place does it allllll chicken, beef/veal, lamb, fish you name it they…read morehave it. Their flavours, quality of meat and quantity is bang on every time! What I got: Chicken Breast Kabab - boneless chicken breast pieces grilled to a juicy perfection, so mouthwatering! The second picture is just the meat all sauced up with KK's special spicy orange and creamy white sauces. Barg Kabab - tender pieces of veal fillets grilled to a juicy finish, I always get a skewer of this one on the side it's just too good to pass up, super tender and flavourful as well. The meal comes with afghani rice as you can see, not pictured are the naan and fresh garden salad as well completing it as one big filling meal!

Today had the wonderful experience of having dinner with family and friends at Kandhar Kabab…read moreFinch/Markham Road, the food was wonderful as always and the staff were friendly and courteous. i will look forward to visiting KK again soon.

Well cooked and seasoned chicken. The sizzlers were nice and tangy. I suggest those if you like…read moremore contrasting flavors otherwise the chicken is good. There's a lot of seating and when I went for dinner on a weekend it was relatively quiet. Overall, it's a good halal option for grilled chicken.

Great food!!! Nice ambiance, specious and bright…read more We had Chicken Espatada and Mini Beef Kaboob. Both were delicious. The kabobs were tender and flavourful. The chicken was nicely marinated and grilled. Food quality deserves 4.5 star