Parallel

4.8

978 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Middle Eastern

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2 people

25 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 30 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Vegetarian-friendly
Good for groups

Parallel brings together the experience and background of the three Ozery brothers, Alon, Guy, and Aharon, to create this unique space and product.
“We grew up in a home where sesame butter (tahini) was consumed regularly alongside flavourful Mediterranean cuisine. Parallel was born from our history and love for sesame butter. It’s part of our culture and upbringing, and we want to share that with you.
There are few ingredients that are as versatile, nutritious, and just as damn tasty as sesame butter. That’s why we decided to make it in all its forms: try it in our dressings, salads, dips, bowls, and our famous homemade halva, and seed what is possible.
The three of us share a passion for simple meals with fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and innovative techniques. That, along with our love for good coffee, art, music, and community, is what shapes the Parallel experience.”

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Israeli
Hours of Operation
Brunch Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(416) 516-7765
Website
http://www.parallelbrothers.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
217 Geary Ave, Toronto, ON M6H 2C1
Area
The Junction
Cross Street
One block North East of Dufferin/Dupont
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Dufferin Subway- Take #29 Bus to Dupont. Walk North on the East side to Geary Ave. Turn right onto Geary Ave and walk until you reach 217 Geary (on the South side)Take Dupont bus (#26) to Dufferin St. Walk North on the East side to Geary Ave. Turn and right onto Geary Ave and walk until you reach 217 Geary (on the South side)
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Popular dishes

What 978 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Toronto
Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Parallel is a standout spot in Toronto, loved for its "incredible" Middle Eastern cuisine and "fantastic" falafel. Guests rave about the "fresh and tasty" dishes and the relaxed, vibrant atmosphere. Service is mostly praised as "friendly and accommodating," making it a "go-to" restaurant for brunches, dinners, and special occasions.

978 Reviews

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Fernando
Ottawa
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of my favorite spots in Toronto. My go to spot when friends & family are visiting us. It never dissappoints! Food is AMAZING! Their Falafels are the best in town. And service is always GREAT!
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Elena
Toronto
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Food was delicious. The rest was just so so. We got our appetizer salad quickly but then waited a long time for the rest. Then half hour before our allotted 1.5 hours we were reminded that we had to leave in half hour. Since we waited so long for the main food we did not have a chance to order dessert and the server didn’t even offer since they wanted us out. The music is night club style and doesn’t really go with the type of food and restaurant. It is also very loud. I don’t think I will be coming back.
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Jenelle
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Been twice and food great but service is terrible! Ordered two meals, one latte and one americano (brunch). One meal came out after 20 min. Had to ask for the coffees twice. Finally got them after about 25 minutes. The first meal was long finished before we got the next one. For brunch it’s individual plates (not sharing plates)
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Afsoon
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Food and defenitly my new fave place to go and have a great Middle Eastern/Mediterranean food. Second time in a week and find the service very comfortable and hospitable. Great value !!
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Third time eating here. Loved all the dishes I ordered but the falafel is my fav.
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Leslie
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always amazing. One of my favourite spots in the city
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Buck
Toronto
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 12 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first visit to in house dining and the experience exceeded expectations! We will be back!
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Deborah
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food. So fresh and delicious and they service is great too.
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Devorah
Toronto
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 3 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is always incredible and the service was great! The best falafel in the country!
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glenn
Cleveland
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 3 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always delicious. Fantastic falafel, schug, hummus, … And so great to sit out on the heated patio
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FAQs

Parallel does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. Parallel also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 516-7765.

Parallel is rated 4.8 stars by 978 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

25 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 30 times today

Order delivery or takeout

217 Geary Ave, Toronto, ON M6H 2C1

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
One block North East of Dufferin/Dupont
Area
The Junction
Hours of Operation
Brunch Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Israeli
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Dufferin Subway- Take #29 Bus to Dupont. Walk North on the East side to Geary Ave. Turn right onto Geary Ave and walk until you reach 217 Geary (on the South side)Take Dupont bus (#26) to Dufferin St. Walk North on the East side to Geary Ave. Turn and right onto Geary Ave and walk until you reach 217 Geary (on the South side)
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://www.parallelbrothers.com/
Phone number
(416) 516-7765

Parallel

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Dining areas

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Popular dishes

Falafel

Tabouli Salad

Chicken Schnitzel & Garlic Mashed

Menu

What 978 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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