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Banu
Banu is a new restaurant in Toronto opened more than 6 months ago.
Serving the very best of Persian cuisine and culture in Toronto's Queen West neighbourhood
Location
777 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1G1
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A warm and good vibe for dining in, The kebab Torsh was perfect from taste and everything beside the main meal
December 7, 2024 on Google
Went to Banu to show support while we were in Toronto. Honestly, the owner was absolutely a gem of a human! She was so warm and welcoming as if we were part of her family! My young daughter was treated like a queen by everyone. Now for the food, the chicken kabob was one of the best I've ever had! It was absolute perfection. Will definitely return here and so happy we went before our flight back to Ottawa! Thank you for an amazing experience!
November 17, 2024 on Google
incredible meal, wouldn’t change a thing! what really made it special was how wonderful the service was. felt so welcomed and comfortable!! looking forward to returning soon! : )
October 27, 2024 on Google
Banu Restaurant has become my go-to spot! The Gheime and kebab koobide are delicious, and the Mast O Moseer (yogurt with elephant garlic) is fantastic. The doogh is refreshing, and the overall vibe is great. Highly recommend for authentic Persian cuisine!
September 7, 2024 on Google
We decided to brave the chaotic mess of Toronto traffic to check out this Persian joint. When we finally arrived, we snagged a charming outdoor spot, though the inside had its own inviting vibe. From the get-go, the service was spot on—friendly, attentive, but never overbearing. You could tell they actually cared. The food….phenomenal doesn’t even begin to describe it. The Koobideh? Absolutely killer. It’s tough to nail koobideh, but they pulled it off. The meat was moist, flavorful, and the sumac added that perfect touch. The herbs and grilled tomatoes was a perfect compliment to break through the meat. The eggplant and okra - cooked to perfection. And SO flavorful. The rice? Rock solid. Fluffy, delicious, and plenty of it. Exactly what you want. The food at this place sort of makes you feel like your home. Then there’s the cocktail menu. They’ve got some creative spins with classic Persian touches—saffron, mint, cucumber. I had a tequila with pomegranate and sumac, and it was fantastic. I’m not big on sweet drinks, but these had the right balance. I’ve been wanting to check this place out for a while, and it was worth every minute in traffic. Next time I’m in Toronto, this place is at the top of my list.
June 2, 2024 on Google
A fantastic restaurant in every aspect! It boasts a cozy and inviting atmosphere, coupled with exceptional service from the staff. I can't forget the taste of the dishes I tried there! I'll definitely be back and recommend everyone to experience this wonderful restaurant.
March 16, 2024 on Google
Decent place, decent food! Certain dishes (eggplant one was insanely delicious) Love the familial vibe at this tiny Queen street west restaurant. While the staff members were really interactive, forthcoming and helpful, there is a scope of improvement when it comes to the pace of service.
November 3, 2023 on Google
Service was awesome with professional and polite staff. Foods served immediately. Clean place. Personally I liked the barbecue tomato flavored with my kebab very much as it was different taste compared to other places. (We were 4 people)
September 4, 2023 on Google
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Hours
(416) 777-2268