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I ordered poutine here it was 4.5/5. The poutine was loaded with a bunch of flavours and textures. However, my “Spicy Poutine” was not spicy at all! Nice restaurant overall, you get to enjoy your food with amazing view of the park near it.
Decent place for a Shawarma sandwich! I had a Chicken Sandwich with/ Potatoes and a Drink. The flavours were on point. The components of my sandwich were fresh. The potatoes were surprisingly flavourful and light. My issue is I was up-saled for the Saj bread which wasn't a great experience. The bread wrapping had a pothole spilling some content to the bottom. I'd go for the Pita Bread next time. 3/5!
Super tatsy. Very generous with fillings and toppings. Always good. I am here a lot! The line up can be long at times, but there's a darn good reason for that :)
What an awesome experience that took us back to our trip to Morocco a few years ago. First off we were lucky enough to meet the owner, a woman who has such a calm and pleasant demeanor. Despite that, the food was the highlight. The Lamb Tagine is an absolute must (we completely mopped up any remnants of the sauce with the bread!). Also had a chicken saffron sandwich that was pretty good as well. Finished the meal off with some excellent Moroccan mint tea.
Feels like authentic Moroccan food (the owner mentioned using true Moroccan ingredients, nothing frozen) and the ambiance is warm and welcoming. Will definitely be back very soon.
Feels like authentic Moroccan food (the owner mentioned using true Moroccan ingredients, nothing frozen) and the ambiance is warm and welcoming. Will definitely be back very soon.
My sister and I stopped here first after a looooong roadtrip from the states and after tasting the food, we forgot all about the 12+ hr drive. The food is amazing and the tea warms your soul. Highly recommend. Great service, very clean, and great atmosphere.
The restaurant is bright and lively with well spaced seating. You can nicely hear the people you are with and enjoy the buzz of a crowded restaurant.
The service is absolutely immaculate. The second you sit down you are greeted and given some water as you settle in. Once you've settled in they explain how the menu is laid out and the recommended amount of dishes for your party, even letting you know which are larger to keep your portions right. They are also aware of their proximity to Broadway shows, concerts and other events you might have reservations for and will ensure your meal is timed to get you out on time!
As each course came I was uniquely impressed with each, from then plating to the complimentary flavours. If you're looking for an excellent meal to elevate your night out Byblos is it!
The service is absolutely immaculate. The second you sit down you are greeted and given some water as you settle in. Once you've settled in they explain how the menu is laid out and the recommended amount of dishes for your party, even letting you know which are larger to keep your portions right. They are also aware of their proximity to Broadway shows, concerts and other events you might have reservations for and will ensure your meal is timed to get you out on time!
As each course came I was uniquely impressed with each, from then plating to the complimentary flavours. If you're looking for an excellent meal to elevate your night out Byblos is it!
We tried Halwa Puri and Aloo Pratha breakfast; both were delicious. Serving was good size and enough food for a person. Lassi was thick but delicious. Lots of sitting space, parking is ample, kids friendly facility, owners are very humble and kind.
A must try for Pakistani Breakfast if you’re in Ottawa!!
A must try for Pakistani Breakfast if you’re in Ottawa!!
Food excellent .I had a small Shawarma.
My only comment is about the wax paper wrapping . By the time I got to the end of the wrap , it was quite soggy due to the paper . Meanwhile my husband had the larger Shawarma with a tinfoil protective wrapper. There wasn’t the same issue .
Having said that, we will be back .
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My only comment is about the wax paper wrapping . By the time I got to the end of the wrap , it was quite soggy due to the paper . Meanwhile my husband had the larger Shawarma with a tinfoil protective wrapper. There wasn’t the same issue .
Having said that, we will be back .
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I went here to take my girlfriend out for her birthday, I think I made the perfect choice. The ambience and booth was perfect, it made for a really romantic night. The pear & arugula salad was probably the best salad I've ever had in my life, I was not expecting that and it was the highlight of our meal. We had the fried eggplant which was really nice but a bit bready, and the middle eastern fried chicken which was awesome. We finished the meal by sharing a rolled baklava, which really interesting as it had a lot of orange flavour with it, we both loved it. We're looking forward to coming back.
Great Prices with delicious wraps. Staff is very friendly. This is the only Shawarma Place in Ottawa that puts a respectable amount of chicken in a wrap. Atmosphere needs a little more lighting to brighten up the place and be more inviting but that's about it.
An exquisite culinary journey that transports you straight to the heart of Morocco! From the moment you step inside, the ambiance captures the essence of the vibrant culture, and the flavors on the menu are an enchanting symphony of spices and authenticity. Each dish tells a story of rich tradition and masterful craftsmanship. the couscous is a delightful texture explosion, and the pastries are an indulgent treat that lingers on the palate. The warm hospitality and attentive service elevate the experience to perfection. A true gem where every visit feels like an adventure into Moroccan gastronomy!
If the line is long. It will take a very long time to get your food. Is the food worth an hour wait? Let me tell you about it.
There are a variety of options from poutine, to plates to wraps and sandwiches.
They freshly shave each cut of meat and load it into your dish with a variety of fresh veggies and flavorful sauces. Each bite is a Mediterranean party in your mouth. When you’re done eating your stomach will be full and your breath stinky. (Which is a great sign for a shawarma place).
Is it worth an hour wait? No.
Is it tasty? Yes.
Would I recommend? Yes.
There are a variety of options from poutine, to plates to wraps and sandwiches.
They freshly shave each cut of meat and load it into your dish with a variety of fresh veggies and flavorful sauces. Each bite is a Mediterranean party in your mouth. When you’re done eating your stomach will be full and your breath stinky. (Which is a great sign for a shawarma place).
Is it worth an hour wait? No.
Is it tasty? Yes.
Would I recommend? Yes.
food is great every single time and service never fails either these guys r always so charming and nice !!!!!!!😍
Excellent! Super tasty and lots of meat! My first Shawarma in Ontario(chicken with the garlic sauces ) definitely a spot to come back to!
It was my first time eating Moroccan food and it was fantastic. The staff were very welcoming and helped us learn a little about Moroccan cuisine before we placed our order. All the food was very tasty, the zalouk (eggplant) and lamb tajine were my favorites. All the meat was cooked to tender perfection and the overall ambiance was very warm. I definitely reccomend.
I came here to try the shawarma on the rock that my friends recommended to me, and it was very tasty and delicious I have never tried before 😍
I am very happy with my experience with Byblos Downtown! I reserved a table online for dinner. When we arrived, we were seated upstairs, and I loved the decor and furnishings. It has a very cozy feeling but is still classy. Our server was very sweet and offered some great drink recommendations, and we ended up ordering a few dishes to share. Our favorites of the night were: the Turkish Manti Dumplings and the Middle Eastern Fried Chicken. I also absolutely loved their Marrakesh Garden cocktail. The refreshing cucumber taste was excellent. I would highly recommend Byblos for a chic dinner out. They really know how to make an occasion special.
Spacious restaurant, the hummus and salad were fresh, garlic dip was creamy and balanced very well, love the pitta served in separate bags, kabab and rice were also seasoned nicely, anyway, it's a very good experience and I'll come back to try more dishes for sure.
Wonderful dinner and service. The atmosphere was relaxing and welcoming. Our server, Martin was very attentive, friendly and pleasant. It was our first time at Byblos and Martin was very knowledgeable with the menu and was able to explain to us how the plating worked and gave descriptions on dishes we were uncertain of.
We had the Crispy Olives and Crispy Shrimp which were delicious appetizers. They have non alcoholic beverages which were quite good (Temple Breeze and Verbena Bliss were our choice). One of their popular dishes was the sweet jeweled rice-it did not disappoint. Wagyu Kofta was a good accompaniment to the rice and we finished our dinner off with the chocolate cake, Pavlova and Turkish Coffee. I definitely recommend this restaurant especially if you enjoy the share plate style dining. We look forward to going back! 😄
We had the Crispy Olives and Crispy Shrimp which were delicious appetizers. They have non alcoholic beverages which were quite good (Temple Breeze and Verbena Bliss were our choice). One of their popular dishes was the sweet jeweled rice-it did not disappoint. Wagyu Kofta was a good accompaniment to the rice and we finished our dinner off with the chocolate cake, Pavlova and Turkish Coffee. I definitely recommend this restaurant especially if you enjoy the share plate style dining. We look forward to going back! 😄
Beautiful space, dim lighting. The service was top notch and the food was perfection. The short rib melts in your mouth and the wagyu Kofta was soo flavourful and the sauces served with each dish was delicious. The rice had great balance and I loved the sauce for the Manti dumplings. Only bad thing i could say about this restaurant is that they say you can share things, but trust me u don't want to share anything it's that good
The food was fantastic! We tried many dishes to share, and especially enjoyed the Turkish manti dumplings, lentil pide, labneh, and sweet jeweled rice. All so carefully prepared with sophisticated flavor combinations and sauces. Nice decor upstairs, although the booth seating is getting quite worn in spots. Definitely a treat for the pallet.
This Amir in Chomedey Laval is by far the BEST Amir there is.
The team is friendly and will always take care of you.
You will not be disappointed, that I promise.
All you got to do is ask for Chef " Ahmed" and "Baha" in the front line !
Keep on the great work gentlemen!!!
The team is friendly and will always take care of you.
You will not be disappointed, that I promise.
All you got to do is ask for Chef " Ahmed" and "Baha" in the front line !
Keep on the great work gentlemen!!!
If you are looking for an authentic savoury middle eastern sandwich, this is the place! The long wait is worth it. My favourite sandwich is Chicken Sage or Beef Sage made in the Syrian way (with pomegranate sauce).
The saff was great and the food was so good.
Can't wait to eat there again
Can't wait to eat there again
This is a great place. I came with a group of my friends so we ordered a lot of different items and tried everything, and everything was excellent. One of my friends was born and raised in Türkiye, and he liked it too, so you know it's good. It's nice to have another top quality restaurant in this area.
Excellent Mediterranean Joint. Really friendly people. Excellent taste and quality. We got Falafel Trio, Baklava. It was excellent. Thanks Ahmed and team for the service
Great restaurant. Food delicious and always fresh. The guys working are generous and friendly
Delectable! Bring your own water in a bottle, but friendly service and delicious eats. Eggplant was great for anyone looking for some spice, lamb tagine was good although I’ll warn the portion was smaller than I expected and not as flavorful as I am used to. Chicken and couscous and vegetable serving was GENEROUS though. Soup unexpectedly really stood out too, and beet salad was refreshing. Good for big group to share, would come again!
Excellent service, delicious food, and great vibes. Special shout-out to Alexandra - she was fantastic and detail oriented (when it comes to explaining the dishes). They also have amazing hand-crafted cocktails and a decent wine collection. I highly recommend this place, no walk-ins.. We were so full that we didn't have apetitie for desserts, but I was told their baklava's are really good!!
Thank you for making my Birthday Celebration such a memorable experience! ☺️☺️🙏🏼🙏🏼
It was such an amazing birthday celebration at Byblos Downtown!
I can rate this restaurant as one of the top 5 restaurants in Toronto and GTA.
Everything they have was simply amazing; the staff, the food and the overall atmosphere.
The staff are very welcoming and so nice. We almost felt we have our own waiter as she taking good care of us ☺️
For the food, we truly enjoyed every bite of all the dishes we had, both starters and mains. I can confidently say that their lamb shoulder dish is one of the best and delicious dishes I had in my life.
We loved the atmosphere of the place with the details of the interior design and furniture. 👍🏼👍🏼
It was such an amazing birthday celebration at Byblos Downtown!
I can rate this restaurant as one of the top 5 restaurants in Toronto and GTA.
Everything they have was simply amazing; the staff, the food and the overall atmosphere.
The staff are very welcoming and so nice. We almost felt we have our own waiter as she taking good care of us ☺️
For the food, we truly enjoyed every bite of all the dishes we had, both starters and mains. I can confidently say that their lamb shoulder dish is one of the best and delicious dishes I had in my life.
We loved the atmosphere of the place with the details of the interior design and furniture. 👍🏼👍🏼
Top notch food and service. Our server was amazing! Portions are big, enough leftovers for lunch tmrw. We will be back!
Quick service and pretty good food. One of the better shawarma in downtown.
Highly recommended if you are in the area.
Order mixed shawarma bomb saj wrap, the melted cheese is a new addition but goes so well with the fries and the shawarma.
Only drawback is I wish they put more toum. Next time will ask for extra toum and see how it goes.
Highly recommended if you are in the area.
Order mixed shawarma bomb saj wrap, the melted cheese is a new addition but goes so well with the fries and the shawarma.
Only drawback is I wish they put more toum. Next time will ask for extra toum and see how it goes.
I'm not sure what anyone finds good about the food. It has a horrible with a after horrible taste to the chicken. The potatoes, hummus and garlic need alot of work. The salad from the Platter is lame. Sorry but this is not a repeat or a recommendation. There are many locations around that your chances are better for good food, anything!
The food: good quality and flavourful, especially with the spicy red paste. It feels like home cooked food that warms your heart. I've tried morrocan food before, and never enjoyed as much as this placr. This place has excellent quality food.
The issue: the dishes unfortunately are way over priced, especially compared to the alternatives in Mississauga that give similar kinds of food and dishes but at a lower price. The Lamb coucous with a single Lamb shank was 26 and the chicken tagine with approx quarter chicken was 25. My wife and go to restaurants regardless of price, but this is place is outside of the budget for most people. I don't think we will be coming back not because of the food, but because of the price.
The issue: the dishes unfortunately are way over priced, especially compared to the alternatives in Mississauga that give similar kinds of food and dishes but at a lower price. The Lamb coucous with a single Lamb shank was 26 and the chicken tagine with approx quarter chicken was 25. My wife and go to restaurants regardless of price, but this is place is outside of the budget for most people. I don't think we will be coming back not because of the food, but because of the price.
What a great find! We arrived late on Ottawa and we're pushing it to find a place that would still be open. Saw that this place had great reviews and was close by to our hotel near the airport. Fantastic service, food and atmosphere! We ordered kebabs and an okra appetizer. Generous portion sizes!
I always enjoy food at Amir, tried this one while driving through the area based on its higher rating on google compared to the other Amirs around. They deserve their extra star points ! Great selection of fresh salads, perfectly ripe avocado and mango salad, will certainly come back!
I want to Thank You for the Wonderful Authentic Middle Eastern Traditional Moroccan Food everything was Very Delicious and Flavourful May الله Bless the Hand of the Lady who has prepared this Beautifully Delicious Dishes ! We had Lamb Tajin Chicken Tajin Lamb couscous Harira Soup! Today on July 9 Sunday 20023 We have arrived to Morocco’s Kitchen again and we had the wonderful French fries and the delicious Lamb-shankTajin and the delicious Chicken Tajin and Couscous with Lamb shank and a Delicious beets salad the entire menu was delicious mildly flavourful with athletic Moroccan spices the Lamb shank was very Tender it fallen of the bones!Thank You Eternally and May the Ancient Celestial Creator of all الله Mighty Eternal Heavenly Light always Shine Upon Your Business with Much Prosperity
I highly recommend this Moroccan restaurant to anyone who is looking for an authentic and memorable dining experience. Whether you're a fan of Moroccan cuisine or simply looking to try something new, this place will exceed your expectations. The atmosphere, the food, and the service all come together to create a truly exceptional dining experience. I can't wait to return and explore more of their menu offerings.
This place has a few vegetarian options. I got a falafel plate and falafel wrap.
For the wraps you could choose the bread - saj , pita or baguette. We got the saj.
We asked for extra hot sauce for falafel plate. To be honest, the hot sauce wasn’t my favorite, it had a peculiar chilli taste and wasn’t very hot. It was flavorful but not hot.
Amongst the falafel plate and wrap, I enjoyed the wrap more. And humus was really good!
Coming to the service and other things. The food preparers were really nice, and soft spoken. There was a big queue to order food. We got to counter in about 10 mins. The food was packed neatly. And the falafel sandwich was wrapped in a green paper, that was neat!
For the wraps you could choose the bread - saj , pita or baguette. We got the saj.
We asked for extra hot sauce for falafel plate. To be honest, the hot sauce wasn’t my favorite, it had a peculiar chilli taste and wasn’t very hot. It was flavorful but not hot.
Amongst the falafel plate and wrap, I enjoyed the wrap more. And humus was really good!
Coming to the service and other things. The food preparers were really nice, and soft spoken. There was a big queue to order food. We got to counter in about 10 mins. The food was packed neatly. And the falafel sandwich was wrapped in a green paper, that was neat!
A gem in the newer part of Kitchener, this spot serves up authentic Turkish food. Their meats are charcoal grilled and it that gives the meat a smokey yet yummy char flavour . You definitely need to check out the mixed platter for 2, it has all their meats for you to try and plentiful for 2. The bulgur rice that comes with the platter was so yummy I couldn’t stop eating it! I also really enjoyed their hummus dip, it was so creamy. If you’re in the area then you need to check out Antalya !
✨What I tried✨
🖤Mixed Meat Platter for 2-Lamb Chops, Chicken Wings, Kebabs, Veal Kebab, Chicken Kebab, Meat and Chicken Doner , Kofta, Adana
🤍Appetizer plate-Babaganoush, spicy mashed, hummus
🍕 Sujuk Pide
♥️ Lahmacun
✨What I tried✨
🖤Mixed Meat Platter for 2-Lamb Chops, Chicken Wings, Kebabs, Veal Kebab, Chicken Kebab, Meat and Chicken Doner , Kofta, Adana
🤍Appetizer plate-Babaganoush, spicy mashed, hummus
🍕 Sujuk Pide
♥️ Lahmacun
Delicious falafel platter. Falafel is light and fluffy, salad is fresh and green. Service is tops. Great place
The food is horrible. It was burned to a crisp and tasted like charcoal. Store smelled likes a corpse in the fridge! I wonder how the place like this can continue working with those horrible hygienic issues!? There were flies buzzing around the kitchen and the tables were sticky and dirty.
This was the only poutine I had during my 3 days in Montreal, and it was incredible. Had their Magic Poutine (chicken). Fantastic twist on traditional poutine. Server behind the counter recommended it, and I'm so glad he did.
uber eats & skh , evil - charged me $40 to cancel my $60 order not less than 5 mins after i ordered when i realized i did not order enough and want to place a larger order. then called the restaurant and he said "too bad" . hmmmm???
Clean place. Open late. Decent shawarmas, shish taouks, kebabs, and fillet mignon brochettes. But most of all, extra friendly and honest staff. Makes all the difference.
Indulging in a truly delectable culinary experience at this Morocco restaurant was an absolute delight! The couscous dish I savored was simply heavenly, bursting with authentic flavors and perfectly cooked ingredients. From the aromatic spices to the tenderly cooked grains, every bite transported me to the vibrant streets of Morocco. The warm hospitality and inviting ambiance added an extra layer of charm to the overall dining experience. Highly recommended for anyone seeking an unforgettable taste of Morocco! I love it 🤩🤩🤩
Shout-out to Bassel for his awesome service! He is fun to talk to and he answered all my friends questions nicely and patiently.
We arrived around 8:00 pm on a Saturday. The line up was extremely long. The wait was long but okay. The atmosphere was vibrant with everybody talking and having a good time. It made the wait easier.
The food was good and portions were big enough. I would love to try the "sushi" next time.
We arrived around 8:00 pm on a Saturday. The line up was extremely long. The wait was long but okay. The atmosphere was vibrant with everybody talking and having a good time. It made the wait easier.
The food was good and portions were big enough. I would love to try the "sushi" next time.
I tried this restaurant after hearing rave reviews about the food. Not sure what to eat, I ordered Arayes (ground lamb and beef, with onion and tomato) and ... did not like it.
I am not going to say this is a bad restaurant as a lot of people clearly love it. I would also come back, but only with someone who would help me order. I should also note that the service was excellent and that the restaurant filled up after I arrived with many happy customers.
However, being honest, I have to say that I did not enjoy the taste, which is weird, as I have eaten and enjoyed food from throughout the world.
I am not going to say this is a bad restaurant as a lot of people clearly love it. I would also come back, but only with someone who would help me order. I should also note that the service was excellent and that the restaurant filled up after I arrived with many happy customers.
However, being honest, I have to say that I did not enjoy the taste, which is weird, as I have eaten and enjoyed food from throughout the world.
The food was amazing and the portions were generous. I ordered take out for 5 people and there was more than enough food (yay to leftovers!) We had the chicken skewers, garlic potatoes, rice, and grilled fish. Everything was delicious and tender!
I would definitely eat here again and would recommend!
I can't forget the service either, very friendly, polite, and helpful :)
Thank you!
I would definitely eat here again and would recommend!
I can't forget the service either, very friendly, polite, and helpful :)
Thank you!
The food was average and had an acquired taste. I expected the food to be more flavorful however it was bland.
We ordered the Kofta Tagine, the Chicken Tfaya Coucous and also a pot of tea. We really enjoyed the Morroccan tea.
We ordered the Kofta Tagine, the Chicken Tfaya Coucous and also a pot of tea. We really enjoyed the Morroccan tea.
Awesome experience here. When we got here the place was packed (usually a sign that the food is good) they got us seats within 5 minutes at a table and got us a booth as soon as one opened up. We ordered mix plate for 2 which was massive, and a sejuk pide. That fed our family of 5 with leftovers, wanted to try the dessert but we had no space. Customer service was good, someone kept checking up on us asking if we needed anything, and when we asked for something they brought it out right away.
Thank you for the great food and service.
Thank you for the great food and service.
Best Lebanese Shawarma I got since I moved to Canada 🇨🇦 clean place, nice vibes.
Be prepared to wait a little bit for your order. For the sushi chicken and meat shawarma. They were both great 👍🏻 Liked the taboulé and fatouch as well.
Highly recommend it !
Be prepared to wait a little bit for your order. For the sushi chicken and meat shawarma. They were both great 👍🏻 Liked the taboulé and fatouch as well.
Highly recommend it !
Great Authentic Moroccan Food in Toronto, Reasonably Priced and Friendly Host. Highly Recommend Their Lamb Tagine
I recently had the pleasure of inviting my family to a restaurant during Ramadan for an Iftar meal, and I must say, the experience was absolutely fantastic. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality and friendly smiles from the staff.
The restaurant had a beautiful ambiance, with elegant decor and soft lighting that created a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The menu was also outstanding, with a wide variety of dishes that were all beautifully presented and tasted absolutely delicious.
The staff did an exceptional job of catering to our needs, making sure that everything was just right and that we had everything we needed for a memorable and enjoyable meal. They were attentive without being overbearing, and truly went above and beyond to make us feel welcome.
The Iftar meal itself was a true highlight of our experience, with a wide variety of traditional dishes and desserts that were all prepared to perfection. We particularly enjoyed the lamb and rice dishes, which were both flavorful and tender.
Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an outstanding dining experience. The combination of warm hospitality, delicious food, and beautiful ambiance make it a top choice in my book, especially for those looking to celebrate special occasions like an Iftar invitation during Ramadan.
The restaurant had a beautiful ambiance, with elegant decor and soft lighting that created a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The menu was also outstanding, with a wide variety of dishes that were all beautifully presented and tasted absolutely delicious.
The staff did an exceptional job of catering to our needs, making sure that everything was just right and that we had everything we needed for a memorable and enjoyable meal. They were attentive without being overbearing, and truly went above and beyond to make us feel welcome.
The Iftar meal itself was a true highlight of our experience, with a wide variety of traditional dishes and desserts that were all prepared to perfection. We particularly enjoyed the lamb and rice dishes, which were both flavorful and tender.
Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an outstanding dining experience. The combination of warm hospitality, delicious food, and beautiful ambiance make it a top choice in my book, especially for those looking to celebrate special occasions like an Iftar invitation during Ramadan.
I ordered chicken plate:
Part of the chicken is not freshly cut, very dry.
The food amount is the smallest I’ve seen in Ottawa area.
Salad is fresh but only lettuce in it.
Rice and potato are no seasoned, same like the harsh brown you can get in the supermarket.
Never come back again.
Part of the chicken is not freshly cut, very dry.
The food amount is the smallest I’ve seen in Ottawa area.
Salad is fresh but only lettuce in it.
Rice and potato are no seasoned, same like the harsh brown you can get in the supermarket.
Never come back again.
Beef shawarma had a good taste,but I do not like my side dishes, the fried potatoes and macaroni salad! The fried potatoes were a little bit uncooked and row, and the macaroni salad was sweet!
Grabbed lunch here on a visit to Ottawa. For a dine-in experience, this place admittedly leaves something to be desired. It is a pretty basic setup. But the food does make up for the setting. I've had quite a bit of beef shawarma but this was one of the tastiest versions I have ever experienced. Each bite was saturated with seasoning and the flavour combination achieved just the right balance of heat amidst the other spices. When in Ottawa, I would definitely be looking them up again.
Amazing food! Worth the wait!
The staff truly give optimal service complementing the amazing food they serve!
The staff truly give optimal service complementing the amazing food they serve!
The food here was delicious, without a doubt. 5/5! I have no complaints there. HOWEVER, my party of 4 got the Antalya special platter that “serves 5” for $99, and it quite frankly felt like a ripoff. The portion size was small and in no way serves 5 adults. To make up for the disappointingly small portion, we instead decided to get the other $59 platter that an acquaintance recommended. That platter came perfectly as described, because it claimed to serve 2 and was totally reasonable for the price! There is no way the serves 5 platter gives you an extra $40 worth of food, because the $59 platter has almost the same amount of food, but with less naan bread. This is my only complaint, although as a suggestion, I would appreciate if chutneys/chili/garlic sauces came included with the platters as complimentary rather than an extra add-on. It feels like a cheap way to cut costs. Overall, would recommend this place, but stay away from the inflated pricing on the largest platter!
We went to Antalya for the first time for lunch today.
What an amazing place - the atmosphere itself was great: brand new, very clean, well designed, good background music playing!
The service was awesome and the food, outstanding!
We ordered the Mixed Appetizer Plate, a Kofta skewer and the Chicken Shish Kebab. Everything was so tasteful and it comes in a big portion that we almost ended it up without desert. But after an authentic Turkish tea, we were once again amazed by the Baklava! So good!
We are glad that we found this place, because we can tell that everything is thought to provide customers with a great experience!
We will definitely be back again (and soon)!
What an amazing place - the atmosphere itself was great: brand new, very clean, well designed, good background music playing!
The service was awesome and the food, outstanding!
We ordered the Mixed Appetizer Plate, a Kofta skewer and the Chicken Shish Kebab. Everything was so tasteful and it comes in a big portion that we almost ended it up without desert. But after an authentic Turkish tea, we were once again amazed by the Baklava! So good!
We are glad that we found this place, because we can tell that everything is thought to provide customers with a great experience!
We will definitely be back again (and soon)!
Omg!
The food
The service
The cleanliness
Everything on point!
We were a group of 6.
Ordered a full 1kg plate of mixed bbq
2 kibbeh plate
Large fatouch salad
1 mousakka
It costed overall of $190.
Would definitely go back there.
The food
The service
The cleanliness
Everything on point!
We were a group of 6.
Ordered a full 1kg plate of mixed bbq
2 kibbeh plate
Large fatouch salad
1 mousakka
It costed overall of $190.
Would definitely go back there.
Great location for halal food. The staff are very helpful and friendly. We tried the large family platter that serves 5 people. The food is fresh and delicious. If they stay performing like this, they will be the best halal restaurant in Kitchener-Waterloo. Prices are average; around $25 per person. Highly recommended!!!
Very delicious meal. Service was fantastic. All of our food was fresh and healthy. I have no complaints other than it is quite pricey. $50 each, and no beverages were ordered. Excellent Lebanese cuisine and hospitality. A large and spacious restaurant with ample parking. Quite suitable for events, family and friends. We were not rushed at all, which made our experience all the better. #localguide
The food tastes bad, the server was unhygienic and uninterested and place looks run down. I was actually concerned about getting sick after eating there. Ignore the 5 star reviews - I’m convinced they were at the wrong restaurant:)
I heard the line is long and also the wait time is long in the evenings so we went at 3:00 pm, there were few people ahead of us and it moved pretty quick. The gentleman behind the counter was nice helpful kind and quick. The food is pretty much good and a lot, no one of us was able to finish their order, so normally 2 people can share one order. The most important is that the food was very good.
Food and service is amazing! The complimentary dish at the beginning was so good we had to order another to go. We got the Sujuk, Chicken Shish, Lamb Chops and they were all so amazing. My favourite was the Chicken Shish.
Workers were all so friendly and welcoming. The restaurant itself was very clean & it’s Halal! Which makes it even better for me 😊🫶🏽
Workers were all so friendly and welcoming. The restaurant itself was very clean & it’s Halal! Which makes it even better for me 😊🫶🏽
My wife and I absolutely love this place. Favourite shawarma in Barrhaven.
The gentleman with the short white beard is there every single time we go in and every single time he has been happy and friendly.
The food is excellent (the best beef!! Very tender and juicy!), prices are fair, portions are very generous and service is awesome.
Today when we went in for our usual order we noticed a new young man working behind the counter manning the staff. He has obviously been trained by the aforementioned gentleman as he was friendly, polite and generous with the garlic scoop on the potato’s.
I’ve been here a couple dozen times and never once have I had a bad meal. Love this little local gem
The gentleman with the short white beard is there every single time we go in and every single time he has been happy and friendly.
The food is excellent (the best beef!! Very tender and juicy!), prices are fair, portions are very generous and service is awesome.
Today when we went in for our usual order we noticed a new young man working behind the counter manning the staff. He has obviously been trained by the aforementioned gentleman as he was friendly, polite and generous with the garlic scoop on the potato’s.
I’ve been here a couple dozen times and never once have I had a bad meal. Love this little local gem
This place has its own place in my heart. The food is always delicious and filling. It is like a slice from home as it always reminds me of the taste of the old country. The staff, the waitresses and waiters are absolutely attentive, and when it comes to the kitchen staff, my heart is after them as they turn things around really quick and the food is always on point. Whether it’s a morning breakfast or an afternoon meeting you will not be disappointed to bring your family, your friends and your business partners. I absolutely recommend it as I make it part of my once, or twice a month visit. I highly recommend brunch time and will guarantee you that you will not need to eat until late dinner.
Wow! Wife and I discovered this place yesterday near our home and to our surprise the Mixed sandwich was really good and the portion just great. They have a thin pita bread and their sauce was just awesome! Will come back to try other foods on menu. This was my half portion, wife ate other half :)
Owners were kind; the restaurant was clean; salads were fresh; chicken, beef, and falafel were tasty; hummus was good too. This place will be my go-to place for Shawarma.
I enjoyed having lunch in Morocco House, the waiters were very nice and friendly we had some discussions and they offered me an extra tea, I will definitely go back.
I went on Christmas eve later at night. It was empty obviously. The staff working there gave me the best ever eservice I ever saw at Amir. We got the food very fast as well and it was delicious as well. I got the brochettes plate and tried the shawarma as well which was good. I will be returning to this Amir in the futur if ever I'm in the area. Thank you
Cute place with great Moroccan food. I ordered take out which came out fresh, delicious and hot. The atmosphere is quaint and I would love to come back to sit in.
First off this USE TO be my go to place.. then I discovered better places. Was in the area decided to go...
First off the old guy looked burnt out. Didn't want to be there and didn't even make eye contact
Second he destroyed my pita with his bare hands. I had to turn it into a salad
Third my beef was ice cold. It was so bad that I had to warm it up. Then it started to smell off..
I ate it then I realized it was burnt really bad. N it had a really off smell
Hoping I don't get sick
Besides 9$ for a small shawarma I cam but better n save 3 bucks
First off the old guy looked burnt out. Didn't want to be there and didn't even make eye contact
Second he destroyed my pita with his bare hands. I had to turn it into a salad
Third my beef was ice cold. It was so bad that I had to warm it up. Then it started to smell off..
I ate it then I realized it was burnt really bad. N it had a really off smell
Hoping I don't get sick
Besides 9$ for a small shawarma I cam but better n save 3 bucks
We cater from them fairly regularly. They are very accommodating with spice and oil levels. We ask for almost no spice and oil in our food and they make it happen without compromising the taste! 10/10 would recommend!
All inside ingredients for a shawarma were nice and fresh. Nice portion size. Double sided press. The bread was dry and brittle, which just makes a mess. Lots of other food options, drinks, lots of seating.
Owner is very kind and nice. Price is very reasonable. The portion is quite generous. I order mixed chicken and beef plate today. Very tasty. Overall Very good👍
Bessssttt chicken salad! Not dry chicken like other shwaram places. Seems like they take pride in their food. A little expensive, but worth it if you want quality.
Superb as always. We usually do pickup since we live in the Toronto's east end. This time we did dine-in and it was even better than usual. The tea was aromatic and delicious - truly a comforting drink for the soul.
The lamb tagine was juicy, bursting with flavourful and quite belly-warming. The chicken couscous was also juicy and flavourful, plus the portion was quite generous. The accompanying bread was the perfect partner to suck all the delicious sauciness of both dishes.
5 stars 🌟 out of 5.
Highly recommend.
The lamb tagine was juicy, bursting with flavourful and quite belly-warming. The chicken couscous was also juicy and flavourful, plus the portion was quite generous. The accompanying bread was the perfect partner to suck all the delicious sauciness of both dishes.
5 stars 🌟 out of 5.
Highly recommend.
We got the Falafel Platter with everything. Easily the best falafels I have ever had - having eaten shawarma in Toronto & Ottawa this is the first location where the Falafels were not dry. Would 100% recommend it.
Absolutely horrible. The Zaalook Warm Salad (pictured here next to beer bottle for scale) was basically just tomatoes with a little onion (and 3 olives) and was tiny (for $12). The Chicken Tagine ($19) was just boiled chicken with celery & onion, a couple carrot bits and a *single* olive (I took the chicken out of the container so you could see the "sauce"). And the Lamb Shank was three tiny pieces of lamb ($23) not an actual shank . On top of all this, all 3 orders were supposed to arrive with Pita Bread and there was none.
I've *NEVER* provided a negative review before of any restaurant. DO NOT BUY
I've *NEVER* provided a negative review before of any restaurant. DO NOT BUY
Have never been disappointed with this place! The service is always quick and efficient and they're literally busy all day long! The staff is friendly and lively. The potatoes, the meat, the salads are all so enjoyable! Definitely worth a try if you've never been!
Very nice restaurant where the portions are quite generous. The staff is friendly, respectful and welcoming. The place is well lit and clean. The salad is crispy and fresh. The meat is well cooked and well seasoned to a delicious extent. The prices are proportionate to the meals size. There is an option to dine-in or use the nicely decorated patio. The hours of operations are also convenient. Well recommended.
Delicious shawarma meals. Generous portion sizes. Plenty of seated areas for dine-in. Clean and well maintained
4.5⭐️
Me and a couple of friends came to this restaurant on Saturday at around five
o'clock-ish and it was overall a great experience. I got myself a large beef shawarma and made it a trio for 3.99$ extra and I have to say that it was well priced.The beef shawarma had tons of flavour and was very filling. It was everything you would expect of a shawarma: delicious, savory and well priced. However, I have to say that the garlic potatoes I got in my trio were not what I thought they would be. They tasted fine, but not top tier. I would suggest getting maybe some fries instead. But overall, I would one hundred percent come back to this restaurant and I totally recommend you come check it out. This place is probably one of the best shawarma places in town.
Me and a couple of friends came to this restaurant on Saturday at around five
o'clock-ish and it was overall a great experience. I got myself a large beef shawarma and made it a trio for 3.99$ extra and I have to say that it was well priced.The beef shawarma had tons of flavour and was very filling. It was everything you would expect of a shawarma: delicious, savory and well priced. However, I have to say that the garlic potatoes I got in my trio were not what I thought they would be. They tasted fine, but not top tier. I would suggest getting maybe some fries instead. But overall, I would one hundred percent come back to this restaurant and I totally recommend you come check it out. This place is probably one of the best shawarma places in town.
Best shawarma plate I've had in a long time. The store is clean and the employee is kind and friendly.. Big portion and tastes great 👍 My first time being there will order from them from now on .
Bery generous dish for a reasonable price, tender chicken shawarma, nicely marinated, side potato is excellent, nicely cooked white rice, and tasty garlic paste, clean restaurant with excellent service. The owner is kind and friendly with a warm welcome.
They seemed short staffed when we decided to go dine in. Had to call the waiter a couple of times by getting up from
My seat and when we got to order a dish was not available.
Food seemed fresh and delicious and also authentic.
The khubz served was dry and hard so did not enjoy that.
Liked the decorations.
Payment was only by cash so that was not convenient at all and had to drive off to get cash before we could sit and order.
My seat and when we got to order a dish was not available.
Food seemed fresh and delicious and also authentic.
The khubz served was dry and hard so did not enjoy that.
Liked the decorations.
Payment was only by cash so that was not convenient at all and had to drive off to get cash before we could sit and order.
One of the best shawarmas I had in the city. Wraps are full of meat and no shortage of sides as well. I like especially their chicken wraps. The owner is very kind and generous gentleman. I have always enjoyed my food here.
Nice quaint and quiet place to have lunch. The owners are always very cheerful and generous which really does puts a smile on people. A quick recharge from the large portions allows me to go back to the school nearby and tackle some math tests. :)
A great news! Now serving breakfast from 8:30 to 11 every day! Also they make Turkish coffee
First, the food is great and I was very impressed the owner could tell me the exact ingredients when I asked. He said he makes everything from scratch, which is so helpful for someone with dietary restrictions. Also, the owner was so kind, you can tell he cares about providing grat food and service! We had a great conversation with him.
New owner since July 2019
Love the owner! Really clean, well done food and lovely customer service, they have new menu, much better then old one
Love the owner! Really clean, well done food and lovely customer service, they have new menu, much better then old one
Chicken platter is delicious and good size platter for the price. There shawarma is tasty.Staff is helpful. Clean and nice sitting area.Lots of space even restrooms are clean. GARLIC POTATOES ARE WAY TOO DELICIOUS. We can go again and again to this place if shawarma is in the menu.
Not only is the shawarma always excellent and satisfying, the service is amazing every time. I always receive a warm welcome, half the time they recite my order for me before I have to say anything (as I visit this place about once a week), and everything is always done with a smile. Monday’s they have a shawarma trio with a pop and a side for $7.99. Would recommend this place to friends!
PS all of their sauces are homemade! I recommend the hot sauce 😍
PS all of their sauces are homemade! I recommend the hot sauce 😍
Delicious shawarma, but your clothes will stink like food.
EDIT: since my initial review this place has gone downhill:
- placed an order, family shawarma, no pita, no humus, NO GARLIC!!! What is a shawarma without garlic?
- drinks were included, no drinks!
- burnt food, see my images.
What kind of person you are is you sell a shawarma and give no garlic?
EDIT: since my initial review this place has gone downhill:
- placed an order, family shawarma, no pita, no humus, NO GARLIC!!! What is a shawarma without garlic?
- drinks were included, no drinks!
- burnt food, see my images.
What kind of person you are is you sell a shawarma and give no garlic?