Middle Eastern Restaurants

Looking for the best Middle Eastern restaurants near you in Canada? You’ve come to the right place. This category is your exclusive guide to halal-certified Middle Eastern dining—from Syrian grills to Lebanese mezze and Palestinian musakhan. Whether you’re planning a special night out or simply craving authentic, comforting dishes, our listings connect you with top-rated Middle Eastern restaurants nearby, wherever you are in Canada.

A Flavorful Journey Across the Middle East

Middle Eastern cuisine is known for its bold spices, warm hospitality, and rich culinary traditions. The restaurants featured here focus on halal dishes from countries like Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Palestine, Egypt, and Yemen—each offering its own authentic specialties.

Popular menu highlights include:

  • Grilled meats: Juicy kababs, shish taouk, lamb chops
  • Appetizers & dips: Hummus, baba ganoush, kibbeh, tabbouleh, fattoush
  • Signature mains: Mandi, musakhan, kabsa, maqluba, mansaf
  • Halal sweets: Kunafa, harissa, madlouka, baklava

Explore Middle Eastern Culinary Roots by Region

  • Lebanese Cuisine: Known for manakish, falafel, hummus, and fresh salads like tabbouleh and fattoush.
  • Syrian Cuisine: Famous for grilled meats, Aleppan kibbeh, fattoush, and decadent desserts like madlouka and kunafa.
  • Moroccan Cuisine: Offers rich, aromatic dishes like tagine and couscous.
  • Iraqi Cuisine: Enjoy traditional grills, lamb quzi, kabsa with nuts, and fragrant majboos.
  • Egyptian Cuisine: Satisfy your cravings with dishes like koshari, ful medames, and taameya (Egyptian falafel).
  • Palestinian Cuisine: Taste the bold flavors of musakhan with sumac, traditional maqluba, and classic mansaf.
  • Yemeni Cuisine: Known for authentic mandi, sizzling saltah, and hearty meat stews.

Middle Eastern Food That Feels Like Home

Whether you’re in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary, or another city, there’s likely a Middle Eastern restaurant nearby serving fresh halal meals made with care and tradition. Many offer dine-in, delivery, and catering services for special events like Eid, weddings, and corporate gatherings.

Mulham Cuisine

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If you’re searching for halal food that blends tradition with modern flair, Mulham Cuisine in Mississauga is a must-try. Known for its hand…

Sama Lounge

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Sama Lounge isn’t just a restaurant—it’s the first of its kind in Canada, where authentic Middle Eastern cuisine meets elevated presentatio…
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At Chef Abod Café & Catering, we bring the rich, diverse, and authentic flavors of the Middle East and Mediterranean straight to your t…
Inspired by the name "Al-Sham" (the Levant), Levant Restaurant is one of the closest authentic Syrian dining spots near Square One Mall in …
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Ottawa Kabab

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Discover Ottawa Kabab, a standout halal dining destination nestled in the heart of Canada’s capital. Celebrated for its mastery of both Ira…
Roman Zaman is a distinguished Syrian restaurant in Mississauga, offering an authentic Damascene dining experience. The menu features a var…
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Mirage Mediterranean Restaurant in Montreal offers a warm and authentic dining experience rooted in Lebanese and Middle Eastern cuisine. Kn…
Bread & Salt Bakehouse in Mississauga is a family-owned bakery and café that brings together the rich flavors of Levantine and Mediterr…
Eat & Dip is a vibrant Middle Eastern fusion restaurant located in Edmonton, known for its bold flavors and creative take on classic di…
Manousha Inc. in Mississauga offers a contemporary twist on traditional Middle Eastern flatbreads, known as mana’eesh. Baked fresh in a woo…
Zesty – Shawarma & Halal Catering is a Middle Eastern restaurant located in Burlington, Ontario, specializing in halal shawarma and gri…
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Shelby’s Shawarma, based in London, Ontario, is a popular Canadian chain known for its creative fusion of traditional Middle Eastern flavor…
Sumaq Iraqi Charcoal Grill offers an authentic taste of Iraq through its expertly grilled meats, traditional dishes, and warm, inviting atm…
Baghdad Restaurant in Mississauga brings the essence of Iraqi street food and home-style cooking to life with a menu full of flavorful, hal…
Shawarma Mazaya in Mississauga offers a flavorful journey through Middle Eastern cuisine, known for its authentic taste and generous portio…
East Tea Can in Mississauga offers an elegant and flavorful journey through Middle Eastern cuisine, combining authentic ingredients with cr…
Azkadenya is a vibrant Middle Eastern restaurant located in Toronto, known for blending traditional flavors with modern presentation. Their…
Turquaz Kebab House in Edmonton brings together the rich culinary traditions of Turkish and Lebanese cuisine in a fully halal-certified set…
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Al Salam Bakery & Restaurant is a family-owned Arabic eatery located at 10141 34 Avenue NW in Edmonton, Alberta. Renowned for its authe…
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Monasaba Restaurant in Halifax brings the rich and aromatic flavors of traditional Yemeni cuisine to the heart of the city. Known for its s…
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Laymoon Restaurant & Café, located in Ajax, offers a rich and diverse Middle Eastern dining experience in a stylish and welcoming setti…
Al Agha Restaurant in Vancouver offers a rich Middle Eastern dining experience that emphasizes halal-certified ingredients and culinary aut…
Monasaba is a standout Yemeni restaurant located in Mississauga, offering a rich and authentic taste of traditional Yemeni cuisine. Known f…