This is exactly my favorite kind of restaurant. My best friend knew it too. He loves this place and has lived on the island 15 years. Knowing that Lebanese food is my favorite of all this was one of our first stops in my two weeks stay. This is a family owned place with the owners behind the counter and working in the kitchen, they appear to be husband and wife, and they couldn't be more friendly or kind. They were so very nice to us and answered all of our silly questions. The food here is magnificent! I had never had tabouli fries before, that was the first. My buddy said their fries were excellent and they are, they are double fried and very crunchy. That is my favorite kind of fry. Pillowy soft on the inside too. The beef-lamb shawarma was special. We got the one with the hot sauce and added more. We are both also chilli heads. I will absolutely be bringing my wife here when we return to the island in the fall. Yalla is 5 stars all the way. Lots of locals in and out while we dined. They know this place is special. read more

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Great food, fun petite Middle Eastern restaurant great staff, tons of choices Very reasonably priced homemade desserts and now with a piano, the staff can accompany on cello for an amazing evening experience read more

Went to Yalla Middle Eastern Cuisine at 1011 Blanchard in Victoria yesterday. The Kabob Koobideh was the best I've ever had. The Lamb Donair was amazing and a single portion was large enough for two people. read more

The food was fantastic. I tried the malt peach drink and the falafel bowl - both were amazing! So happy we decided to stop in for dinner. The owners were helpful and friendly. Truly one of the best meals we had during our week in Victoria. read more

The lamb shank dinner is my favourite, so tender, tasty, and juicy, but the RICE which comes with this dinner was amazing. That's right a Chinese guy that likes middle eastern rice!!! Oh! It's also priced very reasonably. Ps. Please don't raise the prices because of reviews like this. read more

This was my first and last visit to Yalla Restaurant in Victoria, BC. The food was, without question, the worst I have experienced in my lifetime. I ordered the Persian stew Ghormeh Sabzi, and my cousin ordered the chicken and ground beef kabobs. The rice that was served appeared to be ordinary jasmine rice and was poorly cooked. It lacked the quality and flavor expected from a Persian restaurant. I could not eat it because of its taste and texture. I brought the rice home for birds. The Ghormeh Sabzi was also very disappointing. It was canned stew ( Gilaneh brand )rather than freshly prepared food, with only a small amount of meat added. The salad was not fresh and appeared carelessly prepared and presented. The service was equally disappointing. The waiter's shirt was visibly dirty, and his overall appearance did not reflect a professional dining environment. The kabobs were poorly prepared and lacked flavor. Unfortunately, I could not find anything positive about my dining experience. If you are looking to waste your time and money, this may be the place for you. Otherwise, I would strongly recommend choosing another restaurant. read more

Delicious food , very friendly and nice atmosphere. Restaurant is clean . I dine there at least once a week and really like everything on the menu . read more

Excellent Mediterranean. Kebobs were delicious! Small space but the tasty good makes up for it.

Tastes Great ! Nice people. I will return often Keep up the good work! I've never had anything I don't like read more

Amazing service and food. The lamb shank is a must try! Very tasty beef and chicken as well. Love this place!

Delicious and generously portioned! Everything tasted fresh and the service was friendly. The tables were clean and the restaurant was bright and nicely decorated. read more

Yalla Middle Eastern Cuisine - Food Stands Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

Nice little spot serving up fresh eats! I was debating between going to Superbaba or here, and decided to try Yalla since we have the former in Vancouver. I got the falafel bowl and it came with a kale and herb salad, which I thought had a little too much mint. The falafel was perfectly crispy and well-flavoured. There was 5 toonie-sized falafel. While it was good, but the portions were pretty small. I had eaten a little prior to coming here, and was expecting to leave with some takeout, but that wasn't the case. If anything, I found the portions to be almost snack size. Service is super friendly. read more

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Super tasty, staff are so sweet and kind to the kiddo, and huge portions! It's a favorite when we're in the area. Platters or wraps, it's all delish! read more

Excellent food and super friendly environment! Definitely a great spot with great quality. read more

We are not that familiar with this type of food, but WOW! We are definite FANS FOR LIFE! I had a chicken schwarma bowl, Persian style, and everything on the plate was delicious! I'd definitely recommend this place for yummy food and friendly service. read more

My husband from Jordan and I had lamb shank with rice, fries with yogurt dip. The lamb was dry, the rice was crunchy, and the fries were welded together in chunks. The service was average. For a to go order we didn't receive a bag or napkins. The ambiance is similar to a fast food or gas station. Do not recommend. read more

Wow, the food is amazing, I really really love Yalla! We just did a pickup and the food from Yalla was AMAZING ! The haloumi salad had a *lot* of delicious cheese, tasty tomatoes, cucumbers and I think I could taste a hint of mint. Good portion size as well. The Fallafel wraps were fresh, Not dry at all and had a delicious tzatiki-like sauce. They also had a bit of beets and that added to the flavour and colour. The food was delicious, flavorful and it was Not spicy hot. We will definitely go back. read more

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Friendly staffAwesome kabob comes with some condiments very delicious well done.Totally recommend

Good food. Friendly service. As a tourist in Victoria,We had lunch and enjoyed it. I strongly recommend it. read more

Yum!! First time I had an authentic falafel was when I was 15 and in Amsterdam. The pickled beets on the falafel wrap really make it something special! Here is the fattoush salad with a side of falafel and tahini on top - so good!! Happy to have this place on walking distance at lunch time. read more

Yalla Middle Eastern Cuisine - Food Stands Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

Very tasty lunch from Yalla's Middle Eastern Cuisine. I ordered two lamb bowls with falafels and I really enjoyed the medley of flavours. IlI would have given Yalla 5 stars if my bowl had more mixed greens and veggies but I will visit again. read more

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The real deal, food was authentic, fresh, delicious. Wouldn't hesitate on a return visit next time in the downtown area.

Don't miss out on a meal from Yalla. We had the Eggplant Hummus Plate ( Persian style), chicken Shawarma, side salad, and Lemonade. So flavorful, so satisfying. You can see and taste the care at Yalla. read more

We had a lunch at Yalla restaurant . We ordered chicken shawarma wrap and a Falafel platers. The shawarma wrap was very tasty and cooked to order . Pita bread was fresh and flavoured with spices the chicken was chard and tasty , the condiments within the wrap were very selected items with lots of flavour. I enjoyed the wrap very much . Falafel itself were very tasty crunchy outside ,soft inside . The hummus was very good and the plate was served with fresh salad and others. I would eat there again overall I was very satisfied with the food and their hospitality. read more

So we were visiting British Columbia and looking for halal food and finally stoped at this place amazing customer service excellent food I got surprised in a small place amazing food and service plz visit this place read more

I have one word to say - Yalla!!!! This place takes everything you love about the good old "dirty Shawarma joint" from down the street and fancies it up, serves it fresh, delicious, consistent and on point!! I got the turkey, yes turkey shawarma bowl which was served with kale (Oh hell yah I said kale!), beets, carrots, pickles and the most amazing hummus that would bring any middle eastern momma to tears. It's too bad I'm not from Victoria cause I would park my happy ass at Yalla everyday -- yummo!! read more

Yalla Middle Eastern Cuisine - Turkey shawarma bowl - Food Stands Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

Amazing food, amazing people. I eat here everytime I go downtown and usually get a take out for dinner!

Before visiting Victoria, B.C., like a true foodie, I did my research and discovered this gem! Omg! The Halloumi Kale salad is to die for and I'm not one to rave about food like this especially salad but my GOD! If you're visiting Victoria or if you're a local, this must be on your list of places to eat at! My partner likes to have extra protein and I asked for the turkey shawarma to be added to the Halloumi...he cannot get enough! So kudos to Yalla on their amazing food!!! My food belly baby is satisfied!!!! Highly recommend this place!!!! read more

Yalla Middle Eastern Cuisine - Top pic: Halloumi Kale with Turkey Shawarma side Bottom pic: Halloumi Kale salad - Food Stands Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

This was a terrible disappointment. My husband and I love Israeli food and it got decent reviews so I thought I'd try it. My fattoush salad was a meagre pile of greens with 3 pita crisps and 4 little cubes of cheese. Literally looked worth about $1.50, not the $12-14 they charge for it. It was also tasteless And contained very few other vegetables. Really pathetic. my husbands falafel in pita was equally meagre. total rip-off and not even good. spend your money at one of the many really delicious and worthwhile eateries in Victoria. Don't bother with this one. read more

My partner and I love going here when we are downtown! Fair lunch prices but the art of flavours really shines. It's fresh tasting, delicious, beautifully blended sauces paired with pickled and fresh vegetables. You won't be disappointed! read more

Yalla Middle Eastern Cuisine - Gluten free falafel bowl, pleasing to the eyes and the taste buds! - Food Stands Near Me - Victoria, British Columbia

Reasonably priced at $8, their falafal wrap is an intense explosion of flavour of falafel, humous, tahini, sour pickles, sweet beets, and just the right amount of amba and zhoug. The fries are sublime, the seasoning on the fries is slightly citric with a punch of lemon zest and just the right amount of herbs and spice. One of few Middle Eastern restaurants in Victoria keeping life simple with simple, ethnic, tasty food. read more

I like this place because it is street food with indoor seating. The seating is limited and tight up to others who are grabbing a bite. The falafel are crispy on the outside, hot and spicy on the inside. The other awesome pet of this place is that you can get a pint of beer. For that reason, I give it a 5-star rating. Flavors are good. Vegan/gluten free options. read more

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This place puts a modern twist on shawarma. I've only ever had the lamb schwarma here, because it's too good to try anything else. You'll find beats, humous, banana peppers along with many other tastey goods in your wrap. They also serve Victorias very best cultured kumboucha. They always have two flavours here. read more

I just had the CREAMIEST hummus of my life. My husband and I came here during an "Off The Eaten Path" walking tour. We enjoyed our meals so much that we didn't even touch our beers until the food was gone. I've never had falafel before but I can't wait to have it again. I wish I had taken pictures before digging in. read more

Was a great place to get some quick fresh cuisine while on vacation. All the veggies were super fresh and it was also our first time trying turkey Schwarma and it was delicious! Hummus was also super flavorful. We brought our baby in a stroller and there was plenty of space. read more

$8 falaffel. Good falaffel overall. Nice texture and taste to it. Actually good texture to the falaffels. Crispy outside and not mushy on the inside. Nice hummace and big cuts of fresh veggies. Pita was the thin type but good. Comes on a metal plate wrapped to go. Free orange slice water too. read more

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I like the idea of shwarma: meat with many lightly pickled vegetables. However, this one was too spicy for me. I can't tell exactly what it was... black pepper? But anyways, it was too much sensation on my lips distracting me from savoring the flavors of all the components. The limonana was too much, as well. It felt like they forgot to dilute their mix; I find it hard to believe that it was the way it's supposed to be. Neither did I like it that theirs came in slush form. I miss Mangal Kiss in Vancouver. read more

Good turkey schwarma but not great. Rather dry, very stodgy with French fries inside. Needed way more veg and sauce! I love garlic sauce. The pickles were nice. Get rid of the internal fries!!! I'd go back and try the one without the pita- seems like a legit nice place with a great casual vibe. read more

I got the lamb plate and the tabouli salad. Got to say they are super fast, reasonably priced and pretty good. Not the best I've ever had, but gets that Mediterranean itch scratched. I'll order again next time I'm in Victoria! read more

Spicier shawarma than I expected. My wife couldn't eat hers. Mediocre fries, soggy and limp. But.....the lamb was amazingly tender. The pita was fantastic and the fresh pickles were crisp and delicious. Large servings of shawarma. Friendly staff. Reasonable prices. I would try it again. I'm looking forward to the falafel next. read more