Finally! A place that serves shawarma without rendering the meat into a dry rubbery mess. M'Zaar’s chicken shawarma platter ($11.49 for a large) remains moist, perhaps from using a fattier cut (evident from the oil slick remaining on the plate). Where the dish lacks in healthiness it makes up with flavour, so tasty that I didn’t even need additional condiments except for a splash of hot sauce for heat.
Unlike other restaurants where the garlic sauce is fluffy and
the consistency of frosting, M’Zaar’s is runnier and reminds me of a very
garlicky baba ghannouj. Mixed into
the huge mound of fragrant rice, along the with the chicken’s juices, it was a
rich and filling meal. Thankfully, the platter does arrive with green salad and
pickled vegetables to add some freshness to an otherwise heavy dish.
The baba ghannouj ($5.29)
is silky smooth with a light roasted eggplant essence peeking through. I rather
enjoyed the bits of tabouleh
sprinkled over top to add a spark of flavour. Served with a warm pita, the dip is a
surprisingly hefty portion for the low price. Sharing the two dishes with a
friend, we were more than satisfied and still had a bit leftover.
M’Zaar a laid-back small quick-service restaurant. It isn’t fancy and lacks air conditioning, so in the warmer months try to score a table by the door. Nonetheless, the owner/chef greets you warmly and their food is plentiful and delicious. Their chicken shawarma, from my past experiences, is one of the best I’ve tried.
How To Find Them
Location: Toronto, Canada
Address: 668 Yonge Street
Address: 668 Yonge Street
Website: http://www.mzaarrestaurant.ca/
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