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.

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…
CheeZaatar is a Lebanese bakery and restaurant in Mississauga, Ontario, renowned for its authentic manakish and traditional Lebanese dishes…
Sumaq Iraqi Charcoal Grill offers an authentic taste of Iraq through its expertly grilled meats, traditional dishes, and warm, inviting atm…
Joummar Restaurant in Mississauga offers an authentic Iraqi dining experience, showcasing a diverse menu that reflects the rich culinary tr…
Castle Bake Pita in Edmonton is a beloved Lebanese eatery known for its authentic flavors and freshly baked pita. The restaurant offers a w…
Maro’s Bistro in Oakville offers a creative and flavorful twist on Middle Eastern cuisine, blending traditional roots with a bold, modern f…
Al Salam Bakery & Restaurant is a family-owned Arabic eatery located at 10141 34 Avenue NW in Edmonton, Alberta. Renowned for its authe…
Zesty – Shawarma & Halal Catering is a Middle Eastern restaurant located in Burlington, Ontario, specializing in halal shawarma and gri…
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Maha’s Egyptian Brunch is a charming, family-run restaurant in Toronto known for serving authentic Egyptian breakfast and brunch dishes wit…
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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…
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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Zezafoun Syrian Cuisine is a family-owned restaurant in Toronto offering authentic, home-style Syrian dishes crafted with warmth and tradit…
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Aleppo Kebab in Scarborough offers an authentic taste of Syria, crafted by Zakaria Al Mokdad, a refugee from Bosra who founded the restaura…
Zain Al-Sham is a family-run Syrian restaurant in Oakville, Ontario, renowned for its authentic Levantine cuisine and warm hospitality. The…
Bread & Salt Bakehouse in Mississauga is a family-owned bakery and café that brings together the rich flavors of Levantine and Mediterr…
Shawarma Royale has made a strong name for itself in Mississauga, Ontario, as a standout destination for authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. …
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Darwish Restaurant & Cafe in London, Ontario is a destination for those seeking genuine Middle Eastern cuisine made with care and tradi…
Mazbi Restaurant in Quebec brings the rich and flavorful traditions of Yemeni cuisine to life with its halal-certified dishes and authentic…