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Covered and heated patio - Parallel, Toronto, ON

Parallel

4.7
4.7
1005 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Middle Eastern

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2 people
19:00
Booked 34 times today

About this restaurant

  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • 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 areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Israeli
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–16:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–16:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–21:30
  • 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

Menu

Parallel's menu was last updated 2023-02-10.

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What 1,005 people are saying

Parallel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Middle Eastern

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Parallel offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food and great service." The menu, showcasing innovative Middle Eastern cuisine, features standout dishes like "the best falafel" and "incredible hummus." The ambiance is lively, and the heated patio is a hit. Perfect for both casual meals and special occasions.

1,005 Reviews

  1. Anna VIP

    Toronto15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Delicious as always. Outdoor seating is less than ideal as the heaters are super hot!!

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  2. Kyle

    Montreal2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were a group of 5 and had a great time! Vivienne was our waitress and was super sweet.

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    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Falafels were delish as usual with the signature salad.

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  4. Sanjay VIP

    Toronto39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always an incredible spot -- great food, incredible service (our service individual was so incredibly polite, attentive and very willing to go out of their way). The restaurant focuses on little details -- they had someone cleaning the entrance every time on a very snowy day in TO. They even had broken down the snow banks from the curb so people could load and unload right in front of the restaurant.

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  5. Eder

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 12 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing date night spot. My partner an I have been wanting to try it out for a while. We were eager to order all this food and thankfully the server mentioned it was way too much so we listened to her advise which was absolutely perfect. Portions are very generous and everything was exceptional, we tried the falafel, classic hummus and Parallel salad, all amazing! as well as all of the staff was very friendly.

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  6. Jerry

    Toronto4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always know that we’re going to have a great dinner when we go to Parallel. This time we were there with four of us. It is way better to be there with four people rather than two people. With four people you get to enjoy a few more dishes. All of the food is always great and it’s hard to not have your favourites as well as something new and different.

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  7. Lindsey

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Moody ambience that is great for a date. Delicious and surprisingly filling food. Tasty cocktails. Cost is mid range, $50< pp and you're stuffed. If you don't drink alcohol the shared plates are actually a really good price. $80 of our bill was for the tasty cocktails and we cashed out after tip at $190 with left overs to take home.

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  8. Sue

    Toronto2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was good - the Parallel salad was excellent! It was open on a Monday and took reservations making it very convenient. I would go back!

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  9. Stephanie

    Toronto13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was pretty good, family style and good portions. It was my friends birthday and they gave us complimentary mini Israeli drinks for a cheers. My drink was too sweet and they offered to adjust. Would dine again!

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  10. Ashkan

    Toronto4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always

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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 4.7 stars by 1005 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
19:00
Booked 34 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Parallel

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 Sat, Sun 10:00–16:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–16:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–21:30
  • 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
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