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Richies Family Restaurant
Cora
Reviews
First time and definitely won't be the last. Came in on Friday before closing and tried their falafel wrap. It was amazing!!! The portion is big (could feed 2) and the price is on point ($16 tax included). The owner was extremely kind and offered free samples, fries and drinks as I was their last customer. You cannot get better food and service than this. 10/10 would recommend!!
Had lunch as a group of 6. Portion size was extremely small for $22-$25 (chicken/beef kebob with rice and coleslaw). Had shared appetizers - babaganoush, calamari which was good. Our bill was almost $100 due to 2 drinks, 2 entrees and an 18% gratuity that is not listed anywhere on their website or told to us prior to ordering. Service was ok as we were there shortly after they opened so it wasn't too busy. The cost of food and portion size was very disproportionate. I could get the same cost and more from Jimmy the Greek (rice, potatoes, Greek salad and some protein). I would not recommend this place. The food wasn't even worthy of a photo, that's how disappointing it was.
I dont know if the management changed perhaps but this new wave of employees are so rude. Only 3 or so months ago i would come by and enjoy it there. But now the employees cant have any respect for customers, my order is rushed and my side of fries was more like side of a fry… also the music and employees used to be good with great service now it just does….
The absolute best shawarma place in the GTA. I’ve been coming here for the last 12 years and it is consistently the best food I’ve ever eaten. The service and owners are incredible, super sweet and kind people. I cannot recommend this place more - it is worth any drive and the food is always made fresh to order.
Used to be amazing Uber Eats option, ordered it 50+ times, sadly they increased prices and reduced portions and removed combination options, which has effectively ruined its value proposition. Food is great, quality is still there, but no more ability to create your own box, delivery box is much smaller than it used to be, and portions have shrunk. Super disappointed that they decided to change their menu combinations, and simultaneously got more expensive with smaller portions. Choose one or the other: either increase price for the same portion; or reduce portion for the old price. Do better, you will lose loyal customers.
we randomly walked in. the amount of food is big. Surprisingly, my daughter finished the whole box and said she would like to 10 out of 10. She usually can not eat that much food.
Landed in Toronto, and this was only 1 km away from our hotel. The food and service was great start to finish. Hot, fresh, and tasty, I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for good food at a reasonable price.
I go here all the time and everything I have tried has been amazing! Fries are great, burgers with any toppings are good, my favorite is the richies burger! The coffee is great too! The staff is very friendly, and service is quick. The restaurant is very clean and the seats are all comfortable. A great place for both individual diners and for groups for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! 10/10 always recommend!
You get a good portion for what you pay for average tasting breakfast food. It would be a go to place if I am really hungry and don’t feel like fast food places like Tim’s or MC.
Delicious food at a very reasonable cost for the area! If you’re looking for authentic Middle Eastern, this is definitely worth a try.
The falafel is perfectly crispy on the outside and perfectly smooth on the inside. The hummus is velvety smooth and the pita is hot and fluffy when it arrives.
The servers were prompt and friendly and the atmosphere is casual but classy.
Plus lots of vegetarian options to choose without sacrificing flavour!
The falafel is perfectly crispy on the outside and perfectly smooth on the inside. The hummus is velvety smooth and the pita is hot and fluffy when it arrives.
The servers were prompt and friendly and the atmosphere is casual but classy.
Plus lots of vegetarian options to choose without sacrificing flavour!
Calm, fun environment. My hostess reminded me of myself so of COURSE I think she’s great! Dark haired with spooky earrings for Halloween.
I believe Maria was our server (totally stole that name from the receipt) and she was a RIOT. So funny. Had my grandpa giggling at 9 am on a Monday. Quick, attentive service with an amazing personality.
Food was good too, bacon nice and crispy 🙂
I believe Maria was our server (totally stole that name from the receipt) and she was a RIOT. So funny. Had my grandpa giggling at 9 am on a Monday. Quick, attentive service with an amazing personality.
Food was good too, bacon nice and crispy 🙂
Amazing food. Attentive staff. Good service. Everyone in our group really enjoyed their food. Would definitely go again.
Beyond Baja Burger is by far the best beyond patty i've ever tasted, pairs so well with Gorgonzola and— Big Smoke is my only go-to burger joint downtown #word
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second time Skip ordering (had the fish burger combo this time) and was not disappointed - a very tasty and generous size fillet and the fact they had Gorgonzola cheese as a topping choice just automatically gets this place a 5 star rating from me - fries were totally on point as well
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second time Skip ordering (had the fish burger combo this time) and was not disappointed - a very tasty and generous size fillet and the fact they had Gorgonzola cheese as a topping choice just automatically gets this place a 5 star rating from me - fries were totally on point as well
Most amazing shawarma wrap I’ve ever had. Got the big shawarma wrap and it lives up to the name. We chose our toppings and look away, when we look back we see a mountain of chicken. Even the atmosphere was great, the staff were extremely nice and kind.
Hello, This review is from an agitated customer. I was here last week with a few friends served by Avery, a nice girl, but she has no idea how to waitress. We waited for service, and then our drinks took over 20 minutes to arrive. Our food orders came before our drinks. We were understanding about how slow the service was. We figured it was a bad night, so we decided to give it another try tonight, but it was the same thing with a different waitress. All we did was wait for the slowest service. By the time we got our drinks and food, it was too late our experience was ruined....again.
To management, this is unacceptable. Why do you think offering your paying customers such poor service is acceptable? I read the reviews and this is an ongoing complaint, but yet it continues. The head office needs to step in and correct the poor management here and train the workers here better before they destroy your business further. Also, I noticed the waitresses had their hair down, which I found off-putting for serving food, and the tables were sticky ( so not wiped cleaned very well).
I will continue to eat a Boston Pizza but not at this location.
To management, this is unacceptable. Why do you think offering your paying customers such poor service is acceptable? I read the reviews and this is an ongoing complaint, but yet it continues. The head office needs to step in and correct the poor management here and train the workers here better before they destroy your business further. Also, I noticed the waitresses had their hair down, which I found off-putting for serving food, and the tables were sticky ( so not wiped cleaned very well).
I will continue to eat a Boston Pizza but not at this location.
Our family of 5 came here for lunch and we ordered the mixed family platter. The food was so delicious and fresh and the portion sizes were very generous! We loved all the different dips and pickled vegetables and the bread was warm and fresh! Our server was very friendly and came to check on us multiple times and refill our hot water for the tea. We really enjoyed our meal here and will be back again!
A restaurant on Yonge St just south of the Eaton centre makes for a very convient eatery for those shopping near by. Service was fast and efficient. Tables were cleaned and dried prior to having us seated. Washrooms were reasonable considering it's Yonge St.. Mgmt team , consider changing the Dyson drier in the men's washroom, it's at the end of its life. See pictures. Food was as discribed in menu. Fries were soggy and lacked flavor. Salad was probably made correctly but not my favorite. Over all a good middle east experience. Good value for money.
The best middle eastern/mediterranean restaurant worldwide. This branch on Yonge street also serves the same quality. The ambiance is good.
Their Shawarma, Baklava are great. Its a busy restaurant and you might have to wait for few minutes.
Their Shawarma, Baklava are great. Its a busy restaurant and you might have to wait for few minutes.
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Ritchies Family Restaurant in London, Ontario, and it was a delightful experience from start to finish. This cozy little gem specializes in breakfast and lunch, and my taste buds were in for a treat!
I ordered Ritchies' special breakfast, and I must say, it was a plate of pure happiness. The combination of perfectly cooked eggs, crispy bacon, toasted bread and hot dog
left me craving for more. But the highlight of my visit had to be the Ritchies Clubhouse with cheese (turkey). The flavors were incredibly rich, and the melted cheese added a wonderful twist to this classic sandwich.
What truly stood out, though, was the excellent customer service. The staff was friendly, attentive, and always ready with a warm smile. Their dedication to making sure every customer had a great dining experience was evident, and it made my visit all the more enjoyable.
I can't recommend Ritchies Family Restaurant enough. If you're in London, Ontario, and in the mood for a scrumptious breakfast or lunch, do yourself a favor and pay them a visit. You won't be disappointed.
I ordered Ritchies' special breakfast, and I must say, it was a plate of pure happiness. The combination of perfectly cooked eggs, crispy bacon, toasted bread and hot dog
left me craving for more. But the highlight of my visit had to be the Ritchies Clubhouse with cheese (turkey). The flavors were incredibly rich, and the melted cheese added a wonderful twist to this classic sandwich.
What truly stood out, though, was the excellent customer service. The staff was friendly, attentive, and always ready with a warm smile. Their dedication to making sure every customer had a great dining experience was evident, and it made my visit all the more enjoyable.
I can't recommend Ritchies Family Restaurant enough. If you're in London, Ontario, and in the mood for a scrumptious breakfast or lunch, do yourself a favor and pay them a visit. You won't be disappointed.
I had to do a blood test in the morning, so I was hungry, so my husband suggested Cora they serve good brunches and crepes.
So I ordered a brunch burger, a tasty beef burger with cheese omellete served with roasted potatoes .
My husband had a fruit salad plate . The waitress was awesome and was very attentif and best service . Forgot her name.(SORRY)
So I ordered a brunch burger, a tasty beef burger with cheese omellete served with roasted potatoes .
My husband had a fruit salad plate . The waitress was awesome and was very attentif and best service . Forgot her name.(SORRY)
Nice atmosphere. Price is ok, servers are friendly and courteous. I loved the takoyaki and bento platters
Very nice place to eat, if you are in downtown and looking for a different taste.
The food was delicious we tried the chicken shawarma and the garlic bread was so good. This is the place if you want to try some middle eastern food in Toronto downtown.
The service was nice and quick we didn't wait too long for our orders and the waitress was very friendly.
The atmosphere was good with middle eastern music which we loved. Highly recommended for food lovers who enjoy experiencing new flavors
The food was delicious we tried the chicken shawarma and the garlic bread was so good. This is the place if you want to try some middle eastern food in Toronto downtown.
The service was nice and quick we didn't wait too long for our orders and the waitress was very friendly.
The atmosphere was good with middle eastern music which we loved. Highly recommended for food lovers who enjoy experiencing new flavors
I recently started going to Cora with my husband and I must say my experience here has been great so far!! The customer service, food and staff is amazing! I would definitely recommend this location.
Angela was our server tonight and I was more than impressed with her service. She was personable and made our visit very enjoyable. Recommended drinks and apps to share and everything was delicious. Can’t wait to be served by her again! <3
We have been to this location many times, but tonight was our most enjoyed visit. We were served by MJ who gave us the best customer service we've ever experienced anywhere. It is amazing servers like MJ that go above and beyond that make customers feel welcomed and appreciated. The food is great as always and served in a timely manner. Thank you to Boston Pizza for the amazing deal on the kids cards. We will be back as this is out "GO to" place now! Thanks for making our night so awesome!
It's super bright green so it feels great if you're Oscar the Grouch or a leprechaun...
The melt I ordered was a greasy but what should I expect ordering a cheeseburger between a grilled cheese. The kids cheeseburger was an absolute delight. It was simple and tasty. The fries are nice and crispy. I would pass on the onion rings
The staff there is amazing and super helpful with directions!
The melt I ordered was a greasy but what should I expect ordering a cheeseburger between a grilled cheese. The kids cheeseburger was an absolute delight. It was simple and tasty. The fries are nice and crispy. I would pass on the onion rings
The staff there is amazing and super helpful with directions!
Had a pleasant service from Leana, she was attentive and efficient.
Ordered the 10 Star omelette and was satisfied.
We hope to come back again soon.
Ordered the 10 Star omelette and was satisfied.
We hope to come back again soon.
I don't write review but I was so impressed with this place, I just had too. Me and my family went here for dinner yesterday for the special event. MJ was our server. Her customer service was exceptional, friendly, and efficient. She is professional while making us feel at home. She was amazing with the kids and they talked for hours after about how much they love her :). We will be back in the future and we hope MJ can be our server again. The food was delicious, and the atmosphere is comfortable and relaxing. All around fantastic place, I highly recommend.
It wasn’t a good experience. We ordered mixed grill. Rice was extremely cold, meats cooked well. I couldn’t finish my plate. Falafel was good but it served really late. Service , foods and hygiene were bad. Not recommended
They forgot our table everytime. We finished our appetizers and were waiting for our dinners. The waitress asked if we just wanted our bill. I said maybe after we get our dinners. Then numerous times asking for a refill on my pop. I could understand if they were busy, but maybe 10% of the tables had people.
It was great! I had the BBQ bacon burger with fries, and my dad had the crispy chicken ranch sandwich with sweet potato totes. My burger was delicious, and the fries were surprisingly light and tasty. My dad loved his sandwich, and the totes were good. Staff was very polite and gave great service. If you like dill pickles, then you will love their house made ones. They are amazing! The only thing to consider is the bathroom is up a flight of stairs so if someone has mobility issues it is something to be aware of.
We don’t usually go to this particular Cora’s but happened to be in the area so thought we give it a go. It’d doesn’t have the same art that you find in its me us on its walls.
Service was great — our server, Leanna was awesome and attentive. A+!
Food-wise, it was okay. Seemed a bit different from our usual Cora’s, and the Cora’s English cream on the waffles seemed a bit lumpy (??)
Overall it was a good experience.
Service was great — our server, Leanna was awesome and attentive. A+!
Food-wise, it was okay. Seemed a bit different from our usual Cora’s, and the Cora’s English cream on the waffles seemed a bit lumpy (??)
Overall it was a good experience.
Food Was Delicious Service was excellent. It was really quick. Great atmosphere Really cool in the style Really cool nostalgic stuff from. Mark and Donny's. Film career Also, it was very well priced. We got 4 adult meals for under $65 In Toronto at night time. I couldn't believe it. And the waitresses and waiters were so nice and so accommodating. Can't say enough good things about this place. It was my mom's turn to pay and she only left an 18% tip. I went up to the waitress and gave her an extra 10% She was that great and that kind. I was very pleased with this and it's a great addition to Canada. I wish they would expand more throat, Canada. If we could get one in Atlantic, Canada, that would be amazing.
Very very disappointed in the service of the manager here!!!! The manager clearly doesn’t have any care or consideration for their customers - just care about making money in the establishment. I love Cora definitely one of my absolute favourite restaurants to go to for breakfast but after this experience I’m not inclined to support this restaurant. We ordered our meal and a few bites into my meal there was something hard and sharp in my mouth so I spit it out and it appeared to be some kind of plastic the waitress was super sweet and apologetic she went to show the manager and in the meantime had my meal remade - I didn’t have an appetite really at that point. The manager never once came to apologize or check in didn’t even acknowledge the issue with us. Then when the bill came they still charged us for the meal that had the plastic in it! The customer service is horrible here better going to another Cora or just another restaurant in general
Don’t ruin your mode and waste your money at this location! So disappointed with the food and service. I like to have the chicken “well done” when the chicken is PINK not WHITE, logically, its undercooked! When a customer gives you a comment, the least you can do is to apologize! Thanks for ruining my day, waisting my time and money!
Easily in the conversation for top 3 breakfast restaurants in London,ON.
I had a traditional breakfast - everything was cooked to perfection.
Eggs were a perfect over medium, bacon was smokey and look at that presentation.
Fries were definitely homemade and I was happy that they let me substitute for home fries. Sometimes you get undercooked home fries at breakfast restaurants and it can ruin the whole meal.
I wasn’t taking any chances.
Service was exactly what I expected, outstanding. Attentive and courteous.
My coffee cup was never empty. Thank you!
If you are looking for a top tier breakfast/lunch restaurant, you definitely need to see Richie!!
The restaurant was busy and I can see why.
I had a traditional breakfast - everything was cooked to perfection.
Eggs were a perfect over medium, bacon was smokey and look at that presentation.
Fries were definitely homemade and I was happy that they let me substitute for home fries. Sometimes you get undercooked home fries at breakfast restaurants and it can ruin the whole meal.
I wasn’t taking any chances.
Service was exactly what I expected, outstanding. Attentive and courteous.
My coffee cup was never empty. Thank you!
If you are looking for a top tier breakfast/lunch restaurant, you definitely need to see Richie!!
The restaurant was busy and I can see why.
100 times better than their airport location. Located pretty close to Blue Jays Stadium. Nice sports bar vibe to it on the inside. Lots of room
Loved the food! The garlic sauce was the highlight. I recommend getting the plates as they come with fries/rice. Wraps are huge and make a good meal too. Next time I’m gonna get the dip sampler.
If you want delicious Lebanese, Middle Eastern, food, you must try this restaurant, you will not be disappointed!
Plenty of free parking at the front ad rear of the building.
Clean and love the atmosphere, which has authentic Lebanese music!
Our server was absolutely fantastic! She was attentive, fast, friendly and polite. We attended for a Sunday lunch, which was not busy at all.
Food ordering is done via smartphone; you scan a QR code at your table and order. It's very easy, fast and you get an email confirming your order. You pay at your table afterwards. I waited a few days before this review and thus far have never received any type of advertising or spam email from this restaurant.
Portion sizes are very generous and very tasty!!
I was impressed with the Vegetarian Plate. The falafels were perfectly prepared and fresh; not dry and like hockey pucks that some places have. If you like eggplant, you will love them here! Very well seasoned and cooked to perfection!
The Chicken Shawarma Plate was absolutely fantastic and worth coming here just for this dish; it was mouth-watering!! The garlic dipping sauce was very good but I wish it had a stronger garlic taste.
The Fatoush and Jerusalem Salads were both very tasty.
The rice was well cooked and seasoned perfectly; as were the fries.
All in all, this was a very pleasant experience and the food is definitely worth us returning for.
Plenty of free parking at the front ad rear of the building.
Clean and love the atmosphere, which has authentic Lebanese music!
Our server was absolutely fantastic! She was attentive, fast, friendly and polite. We attended for a Sunday lunch, which was not busy at all.
Food ordering is done via smartphone; you scan a QR code at your table and order. It's very easy, fast and you get an email confirming your order. You pay at your table afterwards. I waited a few days before this review and thus far have never received any type of advertising or spam email from this restaurant.
Portion sizes are very generous and very tasty!!
I was impressed with the Vegetarian Plate. The falafels were perfectly prepared and fresh; not dry and like hockey pucks that some places have. If you like eggplant, you will love them here! Very well seasoned and cooked to perfection!
The Chicken Shawarma Plate was absolutely fantastic and worth coming here just for this dish; it was mouth-watering!! The garlic dipping sauce was very good but I wish it had a stronger garlic taste.
The Fatoush and Jerusalem Salads were both very tasty.
The rice was well cooked and seasoned perfectly; as were the fries.
All in all, this was a very pleasant experience and the food is definitely worth us returning for.
The food is amazing, very authentic, and delicious.
They catered for me a party of 20 people, and everyone loved the Mansaf Lamb.
The meat was mouth-watering and excellent.
Keep up the great work.
They catered for me a party of 20 people, and everyone loved the Mansaf Lamb.
The meat was mouth-watering and excellent.
Keep up the great work.
Lovely restaurant with ample seating. Delicious middle eastern cuisine. Hugely satisfying portion sizes and accordingly priced. Worth the food.
Lots of options to choose from. U order through the QR code, add your table number. Pay after at the restaurant.
Don't forget to end your meal with the Turkish coffee and some dessert. They run out of the desserts (Harissa, aka.Basbousa) quickly! Had to make do with the German chocolate cake instead
One thing I do not prefer is entering personal information like email while ordering through the payee interface (that's not optional!) hoping something can be done to change this.
Lots of options to choose from. U order through the QR code, add your table number. Pay after at the restaurant.
Don't forget to end your meal with the Turkish coffee and some dessert. They run out of the desserts (Harissa, aka.Basbousa) quickly! Had to make do with the German chocolate cake instead
One thing I do not prefer is entering personal information like email while ordering through the payee interface (that's not optional!) hoping something can be done to change this.
Great spot in Kitchener for a sit down middle eastern / Palestinian shawarma or mashawi meal. The fresh hot and puffy bread is delicious with their Mtabal or humus. We also had the lentil soup, chicken and been wraps and we enjoyed it all. The portions are huge and perfect for sharing in that respect price is decent if you factor the sharing.
We will be coming back.
We will be coming back.
Great food ! Great service!
I really recommend the mix of meats.
I really recommend the mix of meats.
Quick and efficient / friendly service. Nice place with lots of seating on main floor and upstairs.
Had the classic burger and it was great!
Had the classic burger and it was great!
Response: if you re-read my review, I am mostly upset about thee quality of the rice and chicken which doesn’t match the price. There is no way that any Uber delivery can cause your chicken to be soo dry. I implore you to try the chicken stored in your meat station so that you understand how dry and inedible it is. Your chicken was not juicy or succulent or fresh. Period.
Original review: Ordered chicken shawarma “main” from The Yorkville location for $26.44+taxes+fees on Uber eats. Received Day old rice coupled with dry, cold chicken. For a $26 “main” you would expect a salad and a decent quality of food. Please stay far far away from this thieving food establishment. You are already charging premium prices yet your food does not deliver up to expected quality. What a waste of money. Refer to attached pictures.
Original review: Ordered chicken shawarma “main” from The Yorkville location for $26.44+taxes+fees on Uber eats. Received Day old rice coupled with dry, cold chicken. For a $26 “main” you would expect a salad and a decent quality of food. Please stay far far away from this thieving food establishment. You are already charging premium prices yet your food does not deliver up to expected quality. What a waste of money. Refer to attached pictures.
SERVER NAME CHELSY
RACIST EXPERIENCE
Worst Boston pizza service I have ever had, the server who was very impatient,
the first incident was she first asked and rudely guided us saying we need to show her id that was fine because it’s legal but the issue started that if we don’t show she’ll kick us out.
The second incident is food safety she’s cleaning all tables organizing everything and we were yelling order or asking questions to her. She never introduced herself and told she’ll be taking care of us with serving.
She never washed her hands after using chemicals to clean the table or sweeping the floor.
It felt like being brown group of people it felt racist.
She was cleaning and sweeping 🧹 under our table like she was rushing things, while we just started.
We didn’t had food since morning and planned that on our way back to Toronto, we can have good dinner at Boston pizza, because of her service and her attitude we ended up just ordering one appetizer and beer.
She didn’t add ice in our coke.
I can’t stop complaining it was such a worst experience.
I would never visit or recommend anyone this location.
The other two staff Katrina and girl at the bar were great with everything.
I STRONGLY RECOMMEND NOT GOING TO THIS LOCATION.
RACIST EXPERIENCE
Worst Boston pizza service I have ever had, the server who was very impatient,
the first incident was she first asked and rudely guided us saying we need to show her id that was fine because it’s legal but the issue started that if we don’t show she’ll kick us out.
The second incident is food safety she’s cleaning all tables organizing everything and we were yelling order or asking questions to her. She never introduced herself and told she’ll be taking care of us with serving.
She never washed her hands after using chemicals to clean the table or sweeping the floor.
It felt like being brown group of people it felt racist.
She was cleaning and sweeping 🧹 under our table like she was rushing things, while we just started.
We didn’t had food since morning and planned that on our way back to Toronto, we can have good dinner at Boston pizza, because of her service and her attitude we ended up just ordering one appetizer and beer.
She didn’t add ice in our coke.
I can’t stop complaining it was such a worst experience.
I would never visit or recommend anyone this location.
The other two staff Katrina and girl at the bar were great with everything.
I STRONGLY RECOMMEND NOT GOING TO THIS LOCATION.
We ordered takeout from here and found the sushi and sashimi to be average. Perhaps they were having an off day.
The food is great. If it were served in more sustainable packaging (black plastic containers cannot be recycled), I would give it 5 stars (and eat here more often). There really is no excuse for using unsustainable containers these days, with so many options available.
Visited this place after very long time nothing is changed Food is great as usual ! Kid’s menu it’s very simple and Nice, For adults menu they various options , skillets,sweet’n salty, pancakes ,omelette ,crepes .personally my favourite is Gigi omelette and portions is very big Prices are reasonable , great customer service definitely we will visit again. Highly Recommended This Place!
The secluded dining areas are amazing. They do however come with a 15% gratuity if you want the private dining.
It was about 50$ per adult which I found somewhat pricey for the amount of food you receive.
Staff was very friendly and quick, I’m reading other reviews about Asoyama and some others are saying the staff is rude and neglectful.
I however didn’t have a bad experience with staff and found our waitress very happy and prompt with menu questions.
Would return here again.
It was about 50$ per adult which I found somewhat pricey for the amount of food you receive.
Staff was very friendly and quick, I’m reading other reviews about Asoyama and some others are saying the staff is rude and neglectful.
I however didn’t have a bad experience with staff and found our waitress very happy and prompt with menu questions.
Would return here again.
I tried their burger after very long time. Big smoke burger was one my favourite burger place. After their Yorkville store closed I didn’t try burger for very long time. Currently their menu changed quite a bit. They used to ask how i want my burger done but during my last visit they didn’t ask and it was very well done. I used to like medium done. I still recommend them as a good burger place.
Our first time at Big Smoke burger and the food was delicious! The employee was friendly and everything was made fresh! She even gave us a treat with our meal!
Food was good, could use some more flavour, staff and entertainment was excellent 👌
A pretty pleasant place for fast food in the downtown. Burgers were tasty, but french fries were a bit fried to much for me. Soda drinks included. Staff was very helpful and kind. Prices affordable.
Great downtown location and sitting in the front get to do a lot of people watching. Modern but middle eastern inspired decor and architecture. Variety of shawarma and ‘North American’ foods if you’re not too familiar or extreme with middle eastern cuisine.
Can spend $20 and be full or $200 for high end dinner.
Only complaint is the service was not great. Slow, and inconsistent. Maybe were short staffed? But overall, was a great experience!
Can spend $20 and be full or $200 for high end dinner.
Only complaint is the service was not great. Slow, and inconsistent. Maybe were short staffed? But overall, was a great experience!
The best middle-eastern food in downtown Toronto, served by the most friendly staff.
My husband tried the same restaurant @ Dubai and was thrilled to find one here in Canada. He doesn’t take pork so it kinda worked out for us to slip into this place. It was a weekday, so there wasn’t any trouble getting a reservation. We called -in 30 mins ahead and managed to get a table.
Food ordered:
1. Mixed Grill (Main) served with 1 half of the plate of fries and other half plate of flavoured rice.
2. Veggie lovers.
3. Lentil soup.
4. Coke & Raspberry refresher.
Cost (for two):
$80~
Time taken for food to arrive (dine-in):
5-7 mins.
Food portions were pretty large and stomach-filling.
My husband tried the same restaurant @ Dubai and was thrilled to find one here in Canada. He doesn’t take pork so it kinda worked out for us to slip into this place. It was a weekday, so there wasn’t any trouble getting a reservation. We called -in 30 mins ahead and managed to get a table.
Food ordered:
1. Mixed Grill (Main) served with 1 half of the plate of fries and other half plate of flavoured rice.
2. Veggie lovers.
3. Lentil soup.
4. Coke & Raspberry refresher.
Cost (for two):
$80~
Time taken for food to arrive (dine-in):
5-7 mins.
Food portions were pretty large and stomach-filling.
Tried the BBQ Bacon burger with a side of tater tots and it was superb. But with that being said, unless you're a fan of the Wahlburg family or the TV series, there are other burger joints nearby which are just as good but cheaper.
When I’m hungry and craving something healthy, I usually pick grilled food and one place I order from is Paramount. Well, ordering Uber eats from this location got me so mad. There’s no way I can blame the uber eats delivery person for the mess on this so called box.
Even if the Uber eats driver was on a roller coaster this dish wouldn’t be presented like the picture below. It looks like the restaurant staff just grabbed the items and dropped it anywhere on the box not caring about presentation. The kebab pieces was everywhere and cold as if they came from a warming drawer, The salad and other toppings was mixed in. I would not call it a box, it’s more like tossed salad. However had I ordered the kebab platter from the other location, it would have been nicely presented and I could see what I’m eating.
Even if the Uber eats driver was on a roller coaster this dish wouldn’t be presented like the picture below. It looks like the restaurant staff just grabbed the items and dropped it anywhere on the box not caring about presentation. The kebab pieces was everywhere and cold as if they came from a warming drawer, The salad and other toppings was mixed in. I would not call it a box, it’s more like tossed salad. However had I ordered the kebab platter from the other location, it would have been nicely presented and I could see what I’m eating.
Awesome, Authentic Middle Eastern Food Everytime
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Founded by Order of Canada recipient, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, Mohamad Fakih, in 2007 shortly after emigrating to Canada, Paramount Fine Foods is a homegrown, heartwarming Canadian success story, aside from being the source of the most authentic Middle Eastern food in Ontario.
Their lentil soup is great and their shawarma platters are amazing.
This outlet, close to the China Town area off Spadina in downtown Toronto, is good if you’re grabbing a bite on the go, or want to sit down for a quiet meal.
Recommended Everytime!
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Founded by Order of Canada recipient, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, Mohamad Fakih, in 2007 shortly after emigrating to Canada, Paramount Fine Foods is a homegrown, heartwarming Canadian success story, aside from being the source of the most authentic Middle Eastern food in Ontario.
Their lentil soup is great and their shawarma platters are amazing.
This outlet, close to the China Town area off Spadina in downtown Toronto, is good if you’re grabbing a bite on the go, or want to sit down for a quiet meal.
Recommended Everytime!
I came with my friends here. Oh my god. The worst service I have ever received. Almost every order we got was wrong. We waited almost an hour for food and the order came wrong. There was a hair in the omelette, when we asked them they just took it back and brought it back within a minute. Would not recommend at all! Food was bad, like really bad. Home fries looked all green. Bad experience.
One of the most authentic establishments for sushi here in Winnipeg! The atmosphere is unmatched by other sushi restaurants, providing private rooms and Japanese decor throughout. The sushi itself is great, and is complimented with kind service. Definitely my favorite sushi establishment to frequent!
The BBQ Bacon Burger (Donnie Wahlberg's) favourite was by far our favourite burger here! Loved! We both agreed wholeheartedly! It wasn't too spicy, which was my initial concern. The sweet potato tots were excellent! My hubby was over the moon for their onion rings and said they spoiled all other onion rings for him from now on. He loved that they weren't so greasy. Thank you Wahlburgers!
Portions: The portions were somewhat generous. We came ravenous, and they managed to fill us up!
NKOTB fans: You can stand beside a full-sized pic of Donnie Wahlberg on the wall and take a selfie.
Dining Options: Takeout, dine-in, Uber Eats.
Atmosphere: There are a multitude of screens in here to watch sports on. See my comments below on kid-friendliness.
Prices: $60 + tip for 2 people. See my receipt pic for more details.
Merchandise: They don't sell any Donnie Wahlberg merchandise. They do sell Wahlburger's merchandise.
Service: The server was certainly underwhelming, but she covered our needs, except for us having to call her once.
Portions: The portions were somewhat generous. We came ravenous, and they managed to fill us up!
NKOTB fans: You can stand beside a full-sized pic of Donnie Wahlberg on the wall and take a selfie.
Dining Options: Takeout, dine-in, Uber Eats.
Atmosphere: There are a multitude of screens in here to watch sports on. See my comments below on kid-friendliness.
Prices: $60 + tip for 2 people. See my receipt pic for more details.
Merchandise: They don't sell any Donnie Wahlberg merchandise. They do sell Wahlburger's merchandise.
Service: The server was certainly underwhelming, but she covered our needs, except for us having to call her once.
I've not eaten in too many middle Eastern restraunts in Toronto but having lived most of my life there I can definately tell you that this is as close as it gets. We had their mixed combo and had a taste of everything. Their full portion sizes are perfect for a group of 4-5. A complete deja vu moment with their toom garlic paste,hummus and freshly baked pita
First time going to this location. We were seated fast, attended to quickly, and in a friendly manner. Coffee and tea refills were offered quickly. Our food arrived fast and was delicious. It was presented well also. Our server was very friendly, checked up on us, and did a great job. Five star review. We will definitely return to this location.
TLDR; dips are good, meat temperature is cold and flavour is bland. Come only if you want an overpriced, cold, flavourless meal. 2 stars only because of the muttabal dip.
Paramount has clearly seen a decline in quality over the years.
Before walking in, I checked the reviews and saw many people mention that this location was not as good as the Yonge/Dundas location. This is 100% true.
I arrived around 11:30 close to opening, hoping for fresh, hot shawarma. Instead I got cold, flavourless chicken on a bed of bland rice, with a side of cold roasted tomato and onion. I had to send it back and the second dish still had the cold vegetables and Lukewarm chicken. It became clear to me that my meal was NOT cooked fresh - and wouldn’t be even after I flagged it to the staff.
The best part of the dish was the pre-made garlic sauce. Sad.
I also ordered a side of muttabal and pita. The muttabal was good however!
All in, disappointing and will not be returning.
I paid 42$ for a mediocre shawarma plate and a dip. I wish I spent my money literally anywhere else.
Paramount has clearly seen a decline in quality over the years.
Before walking in, I checked the reviews and saw many people mention that this location was not as good as the Yonge/Dundas location. This is 100% true.
I arrived around 11:30 close to opening, hoping for fresh, hot shawarma. Instead I got cold, flavourless chicken on a bed of bland rice, with a side of cold roasted tomato and onion. I had to send it back and the second dish still had the cold vegetables and Lukewarm chicken. It became clear to me that my meal was NOT cooked fresh - and wouldn’t be even after I flagged it to the staff.
The best part of the dish was the pre-made garlic sauce. Sad.
I also ordered a side of muttabal and pita. The muttabal was good however!
All in, disappointing and will not be returning.
I paid 42$ for a mediocre shawarma plate and a dip. I wish I spent my money literally anywhere else.
I loved the rosemary sauce that was on the craft burger ! The service was great ! The lady at the cash was helpful and answered any questions we had as this was our first time visiting Big Smokes. Definitely will come back !
Had a great experience eating here. Owner is very welcoming and passionate about preparing your order. They gave out samples of the shawarma while they made our food, the sandwich had a ridiculous amount of chicken added. All sauces and ingredients very fresh. I don’t normally remember to leave a review but I was truly blown away from my experience here.
We were in Toronto for the weekend from Vancouver, and stopped by Paramount for a quick dinner on Yonge Street. The restaurant was busy but we were promptly seated. We had the Fattoush Salad: it was pretty good, but I would have enjoyed a little more radish and pomegranate arials. For the main course we had Chicken Shawarma; the Chicken Shawarma was beautifully seasoned, and perfectly cooked, served over a generous amt of rice. Pita was served as a starter and it was amazing! - soft, fluffy, and fresh. We ended making a Shawarma wrap with the pita, and it was yummy. Though we were full, our server Hussein was insistent we try a bite of Baklava, and some delicious Arabic coffee which was amazing. There was a hint of spice, perhaps Cardamom in the coffee, not sure?, but for this extra treat we were not charged!. Highly recommend this really terrific restaurant in Downtown Toronto right across from Eaton's Centre.
Great place
Great service
Great summer dishes especially this sea bass Catalan style which reminds me of my Spain holidays ..
Great service
Great summer dishes especially this sea bass Catalan style which reminds me of my Spain holidays ..
My favourite place to eat. The vibe is amazing and the food always delicious and such great portions. Never disappointed. Everything I have tried, I have loved. The manager goes above and beyond to make all customers happy. The waiters so friendly and caring.
Excellent place.
Authentic Syrian / Lebanese cuisine, food is delicious and staff are courteous.
We have been to Arabesque several times before and the dining-in experience is great.
We also had the opportunity to order pickup, family platters and the experience is great. The food is delicious, quantities are large. 1/2 family platter was enough for 3 persons to eat well.
We highly recommend Arabesque.
Authentic Syrian / Lebanese cuisine, food is delicious and staff are courteous.
We have been to Arabesque several times before and the dining-in experience is great.
We also had the opportunity to order pickup, family platters and the experience is great. The food is delicious, quantities are large. 1/2 family platter was enough for 3 persons to eat well.
We highly recommend Arabesque.
The food is amazing with an average price. Great sushi. Big variety of different dishes and I Liked the Private little rooms for every table
We ordered a mixed grill platter. It consists of grilled skewers bbq beef, bbq chicken, shish tawouk, pita bread and 2 types of sauce and it came with rice. The bread was really soft & good. We went 2 families together and the place was crowded, couldn’t get any combine place to seat together. So we decided to sit separately. But i was quite disappointed with a staff’s behavior. There was only 1 table left with 4 siting places and we were a couple with a toddler. And the staff was saying we cant sit in a 4 table space as we are two people only. This was funny as he didn’t count our toddler as another person. Not sure why he said like that as later i noticed 2 people were sitting in 4 sitting places. Apart from this behavior the food was good. They have washroom’s available too with diaper changing place as well.
When a taste bud needs something to eat then everyone should try middle eastern cuisine. So far I have found that serving good quality foods maintains a good atmosphere along with its service.
Will be visiting soon again here or different brunch to try different menus.
Thank you
Will be visiting soon again here or different brunch to try different menus.
Thank you
I totally understand the comments about slow service. They do take their time, so plan to wait a few minutes. Not because they are slow, but because they take the time to make you feel like not just a customer, but a friend. From the first time and everytime I go in there they make you feel special. Other places should definitely take note.
I've been going here for about 6 years. Usually get the chicken shawarma They never disappoint. Went in on a Friday just before closing. Chicken on the spit was basically done. They offered me falafel instead, but topped it with the remaining chicken. I have never had a wrap this size. A little pricey ($15) but worth it. Definitely two meals in one for someone who doesn't eat massive meals. They even gave me a free can of coke just for praising the food and service. I will continue to go and support them.
I've been going here for about 6 years. Usually get the chicken shawarma They never disappoint. Went in on a Friday just before closing. Chicken on the spit was basically done. They offered me falafel instead, but topped it with the remaining chicken. I have never had a wrap this size. A little pricey ($15) but worth it. Definitely two meals in one for someone who doesn't eat massive meals. They even gave me a free can of coke just for praising the food and service. I will continue to go and support them.
Best shawarma in the Guelph / Kitchener area! Drove 30mins to try it and was so worth it!! The servers are so friendly and helpful. The pita is fresh and delicious. Everything was so so yummy. Really great experience, will definitely be back!
I stopped by this place for lunch because of its google reviews. It did not disappoint! The men working were very friendly and helpful. They recommended the chicken shawarma wrap and even gave me a sample of the chicken while I waited for it to be made. The portion is large and the price is fair ($15)! I would recommend this place if you’re craving shawarma.
Walked past and wanted to try it, since they aren't in Alberta. Loved the family feel of the restaurant! I hate having to scan a QR code to look at a menu, which the waitress gave us paper ones( she saw us struggling to download the menu). the burgers were average, nothing fancy and are quite expensive(there's no sides that come with the burgers)...son ordered the Mac n cheese but it was penne and a little runny. The waitress was really nice.
First time visiting this location, and when it comes to their drinks we ordered the Paramount Special since it seemed very appetizing at first but wasn’t actually worth $15. Imagine spending just $45 on juice… We ordered the mezza plate which was very good. For entrees, we got Saj Tabliyeh Beef, Mixed Grill and Mixed Shawarma. When it comes to the Mixed Grill, we did have to send it back twice because the meat was still bloody, almost raw and we noticed when having the plate returned the first time, the meat was cooked but there was blood on the pita bread so we asked to change that as well. (No one really wants to eat bloody bread) Otherwise everything tasted fine. When it comes to the Mixed Shawarma, it was a very basic and plain dish. Unfortunately, the meat was just small cuts that were hard and burnt. Wish they were more mindful with what exactly they are serving to people.
Really enjoyed this little Greek gem of a restaurant, right across from masonville mall.
Stopped in for lunch / late breakfast on a Sunday and although they were busy we've were seated quickly.
Service was very good, friendly, and the food came out fast.
Chicken Caesar wrap and fries were bomb. Sausage and Eggs and home fries were very good, gravy on the poutine was bland and flavorless, just needed some salt, they use shredded cheese instead of curds, and the coleslaw had no dressing at all.. was just shredded cabbage.
Overall great experience, will be back.
Stopped in for lunch / late breakfast on a Sunday and although they were busy we've were seated quickly.
Service was very good, friendly, and the food came out fast.
Chicken Caesar wrap and fries were bomb. Sausage and Eggs and home fries were very good, gravy on the poutine was bland and flavorless, just needed some salt, they use shredded cheese instead of curds, and the coleslaw had no dressing at all.. was just shredded cabbage.
Overall great experience, will be back.
While the food tasted good it was a lot spicy to middleeastern food and ive lived in the middleeast for a while.
The chicken shawarma was spicier to every shawarma i have had in my life. The same spice seems to have been used in the spicy potatoes. The salad was good but overall the portion was a lot less for the price. Even after asking for hamus the guy served me a teaspoon full. Ali baba seems like a better option
The chicken shawarma was spicier to every shawarma i have had in my life. The same spice seems to have been used in the spicy potatoes. The salad was good but overall the portion was a lot less for the price. Even after asking for hamus the guy served me a teaspoon full. Ali baba seems like a better option
My husband has been going to this place for years. He introduced me to it about 4 years ago, and I can definitely understand his obsession with it. Their food is always made to order and is quite tasty. Their toppings are always fresh. This father-son duo is doing an incredible job! They're always in a good mood and accommodating to requests. Their house sauces are all delicious and unique, the mango is our favourite. The meat/protein and toppings are stacked generously, regardless of whether you get a wrap or a dinner. They tear part of the wrapper so that it can be opened easily. Once the dad even cut up my shawarma into "sushi" for me, so it was easier to eat. Lovely little place. No complaints whatsoever. 5/5 highly recommend this hidden gem.
It was our first time and maybe the only one. It is a decent place for a casual hangout if you cannot decide on any particular place. 3 stars because the food was just not up to the mark and the cutlery was a bit disoriented. It was a bit tasteless, both omelettes and my Benedict . My friend barely ate her breakfast and left 80% of her meal and seemed disappointed as we were too. Maybe other late afternoon meals are fine but breakfast wasn’t. Although customer service is really good. Staff is very nice, friendly. I waited couple minutes at the door to be seated and a nice gentleman took me to the table. Amazing hospitality and ambience is good too.
The private rooms are really great at this sushi location- a really fun and unique experience. However, the food itself is lacking a bit. The ramen is not good - 2/5, soup is watery and lacks flavor, also the egg was hard boiled. The bento box and sushi were pretty good tho 4/5, however the only reason I come back to this restaurant is for the fun and unique experience of the private rooms.
Apr 2023: So, I went to this place may be 10th time today. Alex and Gadi continue to serve with smile and nice little gestures like giving chocolates to ladies, and complements to couples. There is no compromise on QUALITY and QUANTITY, i love this place so much because of these reasons. I ordered falafal plate and check the photo quantity and presentation. I mean no other pita place can match this outlet. Simply AWESOME
2022:
If you are looking for best falafal place in GTA then go here. You will feel the positive energy as soon you enter the restaurant. This is all because of smiles from owners - Gadi and Alex.
They will greet u with a smile, prepare the food with jokes and dance and then finally make sure that u get the taste u r looking for. Unlike many falafal places, quantity is not an issue here. Their single wrap is sufficient to eat in 2 meals. Taste is marvellous and you will come out of this place feeling contented on pocket and tummy. Loved it. Thanks Gadi and Alex for this great experience
2022:
If you are looking for best falafal place in GTA then go here. You will feel the positive energy as soon you enter the restaurant. This is all because of smiles from owners - Gadi and Alex.
They will greet u with a smile, prepare the food with jokes and dance and then finally make sure that u get the taste u r looking for. Unlike many falafal places, quantity is not an issue here. Their single wrap is sufficient to eat in 2 meals. Taste is marvellous and you will come out of this place feeling contented on pocket and tummy. Loved it. Thanks Gadi and Alex for this great experience
I tried Paramount Lebanese Kitchen for the first time tonight and will most likely be the last time I eat here.
I ordered a normal size falafel plate and asked for hummus to be included. The serving of hummus is an actual joke (see the photo of a loonie for scale lol), they literally gave me 2 teaspoons of hummus. The fattoush salad barely has any pita chips and is overall lacking in flavour and freshness.
The falafel on the other hand is pretty good. That’s the only reason I’m giving 1 star.
I ordered a normal size falafel plate and asked for hummus to be included. The serving of hummus is an actual joke (see the photo of a loonie for scale lol), they literally gave me 2 teaspoons of hummus. The fattoush salad barely has any pita chips and is overall lacking in flavour and freshness.
The falafel on the other hand is pretty good. That’s the only reason I’m giving 1 star.
Had my usual honey garlic boneless bites and tried sweet potato fries for something different. They were ok but I probably wouldn't get them again. Steak was cooked right, we usually eat at chuck's for the steak but it's been really bad where we go. 9/10 on the steak here it was done right. Girlfriend tried the salted caramel martini, 6/10 said it was almost straight vodka. Tried some hot mustard boneless bites 4/10 not mustard at all more like straight black pepper. Service was great as usual. We were going to a lot of different places but now Boston Pizza seems to be our go to spot, it just doesn't disappoint like all the other places that seem to be falling apart.
I had the Rainbow Trout which comes with Israeli couscous and veggies. Everything was cooked and seasoned well and the portion size, especially for the grilled vegetables, was generous. The hibiscus lemonade cocktail was lightly floral and very refreshing.
My partner had a lamb burger with Gorgonzola and fries. I tried the fries and they were fantastic.
The atmosphere was nice and service attentive. Prices are what you’d expect based on the quality of the food.
My partner had a lamb burger with Gorgonzola and fries. I tried the fries and they were fantastic.
The atmosphere was nice and service attentive. Prices are what you’d expect based on the quality of the food.
Great quality and flavours. Portions are generous. Beer was cold and properly poured. Pictured is the lamb burger with Gorgonzola. Exceeded expectations. Fires - something many restaurants skimp on - were hot and fresh.
So coming in this place, they make this beautiful Chicken gourmet burger called the southern fried burger, can just look at it before eating it. Taste very scrumptious, delightful to eat when having or after having a very long day. Other then that the staff are super friendly, work very hard to make those menus very great. So come by when around the King Street East area 👌🏼😊
The food was ok. The Cesar salad was supposed to have croutons but it didn't, it didn't have bacon, it costs $15 and it would cost $10 to add chicken which is a little outrageous. The shawarma was good. Quantities are generous. The patio is great.
Disappointed by both of the food and the service. The white sauce got mixed grill was so disappointing and the worst I have tried so far among the other Middle East restaurant and even grocery places like Adonis. Lamb was dry, rice and sauce were both so so. Hummus with beef was okay, acceptable at least. Salad was disappointing as well, both of the dressing and freshness of salad itself. Bread was the best out of the dishes I think, served in fresh :) It’s not easy to get staff’s attention and get served as well :)
Great portions and great prices. Tons of breakfast and lunch choices. Combinations of items for the breakfasts to fit anyone's diet or hunger. I had the Student meal. Food came fast and hot. One tiny issue I had was the home fries tasted boiled first then just slightly fried. You could taste the water in the potatoes. Bacon was great, pancakes thick and eggs cooked perfectly. Highly recommend.
Average prices, large menu. Tuna tasted overly fishy… yam and tempura roll were alright. Average at best. The tempura was soft and chewy on top of the roll. Not crunchy like it should be. Same with the yam tempura inside the roll. Would not return.
If you’re planning to order from here, make sure you do it in person. I usually pickup takeout after yoga. Today we ordered lunch for delivery as we’re working. I was really surprised. The “chicken shawarma” is basically a mixture of flavoured bread crumbs with a few tiny slivers of chicken. The lettuce was definitely day old. I know it’s been tough to be in restaurants during the pandemic and even now but this is basically misleading people. I don’t have this issue when I pickup in person and I can see them add the chicken to the box. Very disappointed.
The food is usually very good, although not always as good one day to the next. The service is hit and miss - some servers are excellent and others are terrible The restaurant overall is not well cared for. We arrived not long after opening at lunch time and the washrooms had clearly not been cleaned from the day before, or longer.