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4.0
5 reviews

Paramount Middle Eastern Kitchen

253 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON

Middle Eastern$$

About Paramount Middle Eastern Kitchen

Paramount Middle Eastern Kitchen is located on Yonge Street in Toronto and serves Middle Eastern cuisine including shawarma, grilled meats, house-made pitas, and baklava. The restaurant operates as a full-service establishment with table seating and a storefront counter. It has a Google rating of 4.1 stars based on over 3,300 reviews.

Halal summary

Authorized halal by an Islamic organization. Listed by halal authority "Halal Monitoring Authority". Source: https://hmacanada.org/hma-certified-restaurants/

Fully halal
No alcohol allowed
Hand-slaughtered

HalalRank

Score reflects a halal certificate on file.

Halal authority

This place is authorized by or uses meat authorized by Halal Monitoring Authority.

Halal Monitoring Authority

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Hours

Monday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Amenities

Restroom
To-go
Transit access

Location

253 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON

4.0
5 reviews
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Google

Google Reviewer

Google
Feb 27, 2026
2

You may see the photos added. All chairs from the floor was placed above the served plates and cutleries. While placing the chairs, the legs of chairs with all the dirts from a busy restaurant floor was touching the served plates repeatedly. That felt so weird and that one thing shows the store’s attitude about cleanliness and hygiene. Hope I never have to go there again. Though the food was okay. The kinafe was wonderful and the mint tea refreshing. Polite server was very cordial. B U T at the end of the meal before leaving what I saw, made me decide to never be back there.

Google

Google Reviewer

Google
Feb 18, 2026
3

We ordered the share platter which is perfect for 2, maybe 3 people depending on combined appetite. The meats were delicious-- savoury and very nice texture. As was the garlic sauce and hummus. Our grippe was that the platter didn't come with pickled veggies and the portion of the sides (rice and fries) was very small. The bread was satisfying but was just average in taste and texture. Overall we found the value wasn't there despite the meat being super delicious. For reference, $100 before taxes for what is pictured.

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Google Reviewer

Google
Feb 3, 2026
5

Visiting from Sudbury for a concert, we love shawarma, and Paramount’s beautiful storefront and architecture immediately caught our eye. We were looking for an experience we wouldn’t get back home, and it delivered. They describe themselves as high-quality Lebanese and Middle Eastern fine dining, and we couldn’t agree more. We already love authentic shawarma back home, but this was something truly special. We ordered the Saj Chicken Tabliyeh to experience something beyond our usual shawarma wraps. Our server, Hussein, was incredibly welcoming and helped make trying something new feel effortless. The food was hands down some of the best we’ve ever had. The restaurant was full of families enjoying their Saturday night and had such a warm, comfortable vibe. Thoughtful service throughout. I also had the raspberry mint refresher, which was delicious, and the complimentary baklava was the perfect finishing touch. 10,000 out of 10. Would absolutely go out of our way to visit again. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Google

Google Reviewer

Google
Jan 14, 2026
5

Fresh, authentic, and reliable. Best beef shawarma in the area! The staff is always friendly, and the food comes out fast. It’s my go-to spot whenever I’m shopping at the Eaton Centre and want a real meal. Don’t leave without grabbing some baklava on the way out!

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Google Reviewer

Google
Dec 22, 2025
5

Excellent food and outstanding service! Paramount Middle Eastern Kitchen offers delicious, fresh, and beautifully prepared dishes with authentic flavors that truly stand out. The atmosphere is welcoming and perfect for a relaxed meal. A very special thank-you to our waitress, Shahista, who made the experience exceptional. She was warm, attentive, and genuinely caring, making us feel welcomed from start to finish. Her service alone is a reason to come back. Highly recommended!