Arabesque Cafe

Extremely good falafel. Best in the neighborhood by a mile in absolute terms, and also shockingly reasonable. It was busier than I expected, so I had to wait for a moment, but well worth it.

Lots of good options for vegetarians and carnivores alike. I cannot believe I waited so long to check this place out, and I will be back next time I am hungry and dont feel like making lunch.

Incredible food at a ridiculously affordable price, an incredibly sweet man that runs the joint and such a calm atmosphere. Cannot recommend enough!

We walked by and stopped for a quick lunch. What a pleasant.surprise. Cozy atmosphere, friendly staff. Kebab, falafel and sweets were delicious, excellent coffee and tea for a very good price. Highly recommended.

What a beautiful cafe! The atmosphere was so warm and welcoming, there was soft music and it felt so cozy walking in. The owner was so kind, and the good was delicious. I ordered a chicken sandwich and my friend ordered the baklava, both were phenomenal. Would definitely visit again:)

Best cup of tea, cozy place, warm welcoming owner.it has everything to make you feel better!

The coziest place ever with the best food; their Arabesque Coffee is a must. The owner is also so kind and patient. Will be back again and again.

Arabesque Cafe is an absolute gem in Toronto! The owner is incredibly sweet and welcoming. What sets this place apart is its simplicity – with a concise menu of no more than 10 items, they've focused on perfecting what they do best.

The Middle Eastern cuisine here is outstanding; every dish is a delightful experience. The owner's dedication to offering the best is evident in every bite. And to top it off, we were pleasantly surprised with complimentary baklavas that were simply divine.

Don't leave without trying the "Blood of the Pigeon" tea – it's an absolute must! Arabesque Cafe is, without a doubt, one of the best Middle Eastern restaurants in Toronto. A five-star experience all around.

Amazing, peaceful place, very delicious and tasty food, made clean. Owner is such a kind man, gave me free tea and baklawa:)

The gentleman working there is very sweet and amiable, we struck up a pleasant conversation. The shop itself is quaint, personable, and has lots of little items, posters, and drawings about that give it a very comfortable and familiar atmosphere. The menu has several wraps and sandwiches with Middle-Eastern recipes, and there are also refrigerated food items available. The first wrap I had was small, which the shopkeep warned me about, so I had Baba Ganoujh wrap after that was more substantial and tastier. Each came with a little tasty pastry treat. Afterwards I had an espresso, which was good but I prefer them to be a little stronger. All of that (two wraps + espresso) cost me $14 total. Was a great experience, I look forward to coming again.

Stop whatever you're doing and go order the lebanese style beef sandwhich and a square baklava. You won't regret it.

The owner is lovely. The food is fresh and tasty and wonderful. The prices are so (too?) affordable. I thought I didn't care for baklava until I tried this one.

Going to be supporting this business for time to come.

The food is really good and the customer service is more than perfect! Affordable prices! I will come back for sure

Delicious food, with great portions. The man running it is very kind and very generous. Authentic and very affordable.

Cute little cafe in the heart of city Toronto. Food is yummilicious. Coffee is amazing. Highly recommend. I was delighted to receive complimentary baklava and a tea (mint lemon and honey) from the kind owner.

Lovely! I had a very delicious falafel sandwich and cardamom latte here. The vibe is very relaxing and the owner is a very kind and polite man. I will definitely be back.

I recently visited this charming cafe and was blown away by the cozy atmosphere and simple delicious food. The wraps were tasty, and I couldn't get enough of the hummus one. The coffee and tea were top-notch as well, with the "blood of pigeon" tea and arabesque coffee being a standout. But what really stood out the most was the warm and welcoming hospitality of the owner. His genuine kindness made us feel like we were right at home. Thank you!

What a jem of a place! I'm so grateful to have found this place and to have met Mr Hakim. My daughter and I had great kefta and chicken kebab and the tastiest espresso and Americano. Will definitely go back when I'm in the area

Small cafe with seating, run by one man so service is a little slow, but very friendly service! Was there on a Sunday after 1pm and it was busy. Great pricing on sandwiches. Had the falafel which was tasty and filling. Would definitely go back again if I’m in the area and I’m not in a rush!

Love, love, love this place owned by a delightful man whose food will not only fill your belly but feed your soul too.

A big / warm/ delicious falafel wrap for only 4.5$ the owner is so kind, I went there for the first time and he even gave me free baklava. The place is really nice, a cozy spot when you need inner peace and delicious food. Definitely try! Computer work is not allowed so ppl can fully enjoy the food. Can’t emphasize more how good the place is!

What a hidden gem! Beautiful little cafe with calm ambience. Owner is very polite and serves his food and beverages with a kind smile. Delicious food and drinks, reasonably priced. I had the chicken kebab sandwich- that came rolled in a pita bread with hummus spread, fresh greens and very flavourful minced chicken kebab. Coffee and tea was yumm! Plus the baklava was out of the world. Great lunch option for takeout or dine-in.

Second time here and will gladly return many more times. First time I got two types of baklava (both delish but one was a bit dry) and a cardamon latte. Today I ordered a strong mint tea (comes perfectly sweetened) and a baba ghanoush sandwich to eat in the park with the complimentary mini baklava. Fresh and tasty and I must note the generous quantity of pickles and the fact that there was no onions! I asked for no olives too, which I think was a mistake on my part as I would have liked a touch more salt. But it didn't take away from my 5 stars!

Excellent quality food for very reasonable prices. A very atmospheric little shop for a quick, unpretentious lunch.

Very tasty shawarma wraps, a charming host, pleasant atmosphere and great reading material.

Owner is a sweetheart, generous and sole-tender of this cafe.no laptops allowed so plan to converse, pontificate and observe the business on the corner of gladstone/college from the comfort and calm within Arabesque. Arabic coffee with a side of sweet halva in this 20-year established neighbourhood staple is a must do if you’re in the area.or honestly, worth the trip in!

This place is easily the coziest coffee shop in the entire neighborhood. In a hood of high prices and stark white spit shined marble this gives me back some of that uncle's living room Vibe I've been looking for in the West End again. Fabulous latte. Delicious baklava. Very generous and kind owner! Thank you!