Tabule Bayview Village - Toronto

Wintery. What a wonderful concept. You pay a certain price and get served a three course meal. It's even better if you discover a jewel like Tabule. Everyone, if the five of us ordered something else and then criticize the meal. This Mediterranean restaurant passed the test on every account except coffee. If you are looking for an estimated filled meal under an upscale shopping center (free parking!), then this is the place. Enjoy the lens soup, mezzo dish, roasted eggplant and other delicious dishes.

When we finally placed our order, it took another 20 minutes for our salad appetizer to arrive. The main dish, a salmon kebab with rice and more salad, came much later and fell short in both presentation and taste. The meal was lukewarm and lacked the bold flavors typical of Middle Eastern dishes. Even the salad dressing had to be requested as it was flavorless. We noticed that other diners received bread with their meals, while we were only offered it towards the end of our meal. The service was slow and unorganized, turning what should have been a one-hour meal into a nearly two-hour ordeal. Overall, it was a waste of time. I will be giving this restaurant a pass in the future and do not plan on returning anytime soon.

Unusual Middle Eastern food; none of the menu items chosen by me or my wife met the standard of authentic taste and preparation. Food seemed to be lacking the proper use of suitable spices instead of replacing salt. The falaffel was made clear from a premix... Paste, and the knaffa was a watery custard, but a delightful cheese. The rice was dry and seemed to be reheated. Avoid this restaurant as most local Shawarma shops offer a superior Lebanese food experience. The only positive was the friendly and friendly service.

We were very disappointed with our recent visit to this restaurant. We have dined here multiple times before and always enjoyed the excellent food. However, on this occasion, the appetizers were subpar, tasting no better than something we could buy at a supermarket. The main courses were bland and lacked flavor. In addition, the lack of beer available made it a less than ideal spot to bring our friends for a fun evening. The service was alright, but it seemed like all the staff were eager to leave as soon as possible.

Last night, I visited Tabule with a group of friends for the first time since the pandemic. As someone born and raised in Lebanon, I must say that the food here is absolutely delicious. The service was excellent and all the staff were very friendly. It was the best dining experience I've had in a while. I would definitely return again.