Zaad
348 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W9, Canada
Phone: (647) 347-9223
Website: https://zaad.meemup.com/
Zaad in Toronto is a 4.5-star Mediterranean restaurant with 2,493 Google reviews, known for Shawarma and Falafel.
Why we love it
- Middle Eastern with Levantine influence
- Located near Near Bloor St W and Spadina Ave
- Traditional oven, fresh ingredients, generous portions
- Casual dining with warm, welcoming service
- Middle Eastern with Levantine influence
- Located near Near Bloor St W and Spadina Ave
- Traditional oven, fresh ingredients, generous portions
- Casual dining with warm, welcoming service
What to Order
Shawarma
A staple Middle Eastern dish featuring perfectly seasoned, juicy chicken, often served with a potent garlic sauce.
"Amazing shawarma spot! The food is always fresh, full of flavor, and perfectly seasoned. The chicken is juicy, the garlic sauce is on point, and the portions are very generous."
Carlos Assaf
Falafel
Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these deep-fried chickpea patties are a fresh-made delight.
"I also ordered falafel, and it was honestly some of the best I’ve had: crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and clearly made fresh to order."
Yashita Singh
Mana'eesh
A traditional flatbread, often topped with zaatar and vegetables, baked fresh in their on-site oven.
"Fantastic shawarma and mana’eesh. One of few places with the traditional oven for baking."
Alex S
Shish Tawook
Grilled chicken skewers, marinated and flavorful, a popular and satisfying choice.
"Shish tawook is very yummy and I always buy their dips to go."
Stacie Noel (The Mermaid Oracle)
Chicken Saj Wrap with Zaad Sauce
A flavorful chicken wrap served on saj bread, enhanced by their signature Zaad sauce.
"I had the pleasure of trying the chicken saj wrap with zaad sauce (major yum)."
Sound Soul
Inside Scoop
- They often offer complimentary lentil soup, a nice touch.
- The bread is made on-site in a traditional oven, a key highlight.
- Portions are very generous, so come hungry or be prepared for leftovers.
- While the food is excellent, some customers dislike that the shawarma is cut, preferring it whole.
- The staff are consistently praised for being incredibly friendly and welcoming.