Banu Restaurant

4.9

245 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Persian

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2 people

2 Jan 2025

20:30

Booked 3 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Good for business meals

“A collaboration between the Mohyeddin siblings, this family run Iranian eatery, bar and commissary, is a destination in Toronto’s Queen Street West neighbourhood. For more than a decade, Banu has been serving up the very best of Persian inspired cocktails, cuisine and culture.”

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Persian, Middle Eastern
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 777-2268
Website
http://www.banu.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Amir Salar Mohyeddin
Catering
A full catering menu is crafted for every price point and occasion.
Private party facilities
A beautiful second floor private mezzanine is great for parties and special events.

Location
777 Queen St West, Toronto, ON M6J 1G1
Area
Queen West
Cross Street
Euclid
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Queen and Palmerston
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Roasted EggplantCA$13.00
Oven roasted eggplant, fried mint, caramelized onions, turmeric, whey
TongueCA$15.00
Braised cow tongue, cinnamon, star anise, cardamom, lavash bread
Lentil SaladCA$8.00
Lentils, parsley, scallions, onion crisps, lemon, olive oil
Beet SaladCA$13.00
Grilled beets, feta, mint, micro greens
Cheese PlateCA$15.00
Sheep's milk cheese, walnuts, in-house sour cherry jam, fresh herbs, barbari bread
'Must' Have #1CA$12.00
Yogourt, cucumber, damask rose, mint, raisin, walnut
Beef Side RibCA$10.00
Grilled beef side rib, pomegranate molasses
Marinated OlivesCA$9.00
Angelica, pomegranate molasses, olives, garlic
Shirazi SaladCA$10.00
Diced tomato, cucumber, onion, lemon
Charred EggplantCA$12.00
Slow smoked eggplant, roast tomato, garlic crisps
Banu SaladCA$12.00
Mint, arugula, sumac, radish, scallion, pomegranate
'Must' Have #2CA$11.00
Slow pressed yogourt, elephant garlic, mint
Ground Sirloin SkewerCA$13.00
One skewer grilled ground sirloin, roast tomato, sumach, fresh herbs, wrapped in lavash bread
The Offal TruthCA$16.00
Grilled cow heart and / lamb testicles (when available)

Mains

Okra & Eggplant StewCA$16.00
Okra, cinnamon, turmeric, tomato, match stick fries, saffron rice
Persian Spice Braised Lamb ShankCA$24.00
Saffron, cardamom, turmeric, cinnamon, nutmeg, garlic, fresh herbs, plum, saffron rice
Barberry Rice & ChickenCA$22.00
Slow braised saffron & turmeric chicken, barberry rice, yogourt
Everyday is KoobidehCA$22.00
2 skewers grilled ground sirloin, tomato, fresh herbs, onion, sumac
Fresh Herb StewCA$19.00
Braised beef, dried lime, fenugreek, parsley, chives, cilantro, spinach, saffron rice
Ontario LambCA$37.00
Grilled rack of lamb, pressed yogourt, lemon OR pomegranate molasses & crushed walnut
Turmeric & Split Pea StewCA$19.00
Yellow split peas, beef, dried lime, tomato, turmeric, saffron rice, match stick fries
Saffron Lemon ChickenCA$22.00
Grilled chicken thighs (or breast), saffron, yogourt, fresh herbs, sumac
Pomegranate Beef TenderloinCA$34.00
7 oz grilled filet crushed walnut, pomegranate molasses
Catch of the Day
- MP

Sides

Saffron Basmati RiceCA$5.00
Barberry RiceCA$7.00
Barbari BreadCA$3.00
Roasted Beets, Feta, ScallionsCA$8.00
Fresh HerbsCA$3.00
TorshiCA$3.00

What 245 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

5Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
5Value

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Review summary

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Banu Restaurant offers a delightful Persian dining experience in Toronto, praised for its "super delicious" and "authentic" cuisine. Guests rave about the "excellent service," "welcoming atmosphere," and exquisite cocktails. The menu caters to diverse tastes, ensuring a memorable experience. With charming staff and a cozy ambiance, it's a must-visit gem.

245 Reviews

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Liz
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 19 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Incredible food! Every dish was so beautifully prepared and so delicious. The restaurant staff is warm, friendly, and very helpful. Don’t miss this gem!
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Julie M
VIP
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual, the service matched the fabulous food. Amir made us feel like he was welcoming us into his home. His suggestions were very helpful as we navigated a menu which was unfamiliar to my guests. The food was full of flavour and well presented. We'll be back!
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Anne-Sophie
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely delicious food and even better service !!
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Nay-Quan
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was amazing!!! So flavorful, great portions, my first time trying the cuisine and I loved it. The service was so attentive and I would definitely return for more.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
VIP
Calgary
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 26 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best hidden gem in Toronto. Always outstanding food and service.
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George
VIP
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
fantastic place, can’t wait to be back. i love hosting my bday there
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 22 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved everything about this restaurant! The food was delectable. The service was impeccable, and the environment was so welcoming. Don’t be shy! Come check it out!
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Abby
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I took my partner here for his birthday, and we were both blown away. The food was incredible, and the service was excellent. Such great energy. They went above and beyond to make it a great night. I can’t thank you all enough! The cocktails were some of the best i’ve had in Toronto, with really unique flavour profiles. We will be back soon!
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Hon
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The staff were so lovely!!! Food was excellent- wish the bar had a wider range of offerings in vodka, etc.
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Silvano
New York City
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on 25 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Banu is a lovely restaurant. The food is exquisite, with the menu offering options for everyone. In fact, it was hard to choose. The waiters were charming and very helpful with the menu. And they have delicious cocktails. Highly recommended.
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FAQs

Banu Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 777-2268.

Banu Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 245 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

2 Jan 2025

20:30

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

777 Queen St West, Toronto, ON M6J 1G1

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Euclid
Area
Queen West
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Persian, Middle Eastern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Queen and Palmerston
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Amir Salar Mohyeddin
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
http://www.banu.ca/
Phone number
(416) 777-2268
Catering
A full catering menu is crafted for every price point and occasion.
Private party facilities
A beautiful second floor private mezzanine is great for parties and special events.

Banu Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Appetizers

Roasted EggplantCA$13.00

TongueCA$15.00

Lentil SaladCA$8.00

Beet SaladCA$13.00

Cheese PlateCA$15.00

'Must' Have #1CA$12.00

Beef Side RibCA$10.00

Marinated OlivesCA$9.00

Shirazi SaladCA$10.00

Charred EggplantCA$12.00

Banu SaladCA$12.00

'Must' Have #2CA$11.00

Ground Sirloin SkewerCA$13.00

The Offal TruthCA$16.00

Mains

Okra & Eggplant StewCA$16.00

Persian Spice Braised Lamb ShankCA$24.00

Barberry Rice & ChickenCA$22.00

Everyday is KoobidehCA$22.00

Fresh Herb StewCA$19.00

Ontario LambCA$37.00

Turmeric & Split Pea StewCA$19.00

Saffron Lemon ChickenCA$22.00

Pomegranate Beef TenderloinCA$34.00

Catch of the Day

Sides

Saffron Basmati RiceCA$5.00

Barberry RiceCA$7.00

Barbari BreadCA$3.00

Roasted Beets, Feta, ScallionsCA$8.00

Fresh HerbsCA$3.00

TorshiCA$3.00

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Dining areas

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