Iraqi5 months ago
Alforat Restaurant Yonge
Iraqi street food served Char-grilled to order a focus on Shawarma and Kebabs prepared fresh daily.
Downtown Yonge East · Downtown271 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5B 1N8
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Alforat distinguishes itself through its commitment to flame-grilled technique and quality ingredients sourced for traditional preparation, moving beyond the generic Middle Eastern fast-casual format into territory that privileges the specifics of Iraqi vendor cooking. The kitchen serves both quick counter orders and family gatherings, positioning itself as a community-rooted spot rather than a transient Food Court operation. The signature Shawarma and Char-grilled Kebabs are the anchors of the menu, made to order for peak flavour and texture.
Try the chicken arabi, lamb and beef arabi, fasolia and rice, rotisserie chicken, lamb quzi.
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