Yaffa Café in Abbotsford

33323 South Fraser Way Unit #4, Abbotsford, BC V2S 2B2, Canada

★★★★★
(358 reviews)
Categories: Middle Eastern restaurant

About

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Middle East at our Palestinian-owned and family-operated café. Indulge in our rich, aromatic Turkish coffee, brewed to perfection. Savor the taste of our authentic halal shawarma, available in succulent chicken, tender beef, and savory lamb, each crafted with our secret blend of spices. Delight in our freshly made falafel wraps and mouthwatering manakeesh, prepared with the freshest ingredients. Join us for a culinary journey that celebrates heritage and hospitality in every bite.

Website
yaffacafe.ca
Address
33323 South Fraser Way Unit #4, Abbotsford, BC V2S 2B2, Canada
Plus Code
3M2X+4F Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Time Zone
America/Vancouver

Business Hours

Monday
10 AM–8 PM
Tuesday
10 AM–8 PM
Wednesday
10 AM–8 PM
Thursday
10 AM–8 PM
Friday
10 AM–8 PM
Saturday
10 AM–8 PM
Sunday
Closed

Services

Service options
Delivery On-site services Takeaway Dine-in
Highlights
Sport
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Assistive hearing loop
Offerings
Coffee Halal food Healthy options Small plates Vegan options Vegetarian options
Dining options
Breakfast Lunch Dinner Dessert
Amenities
Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly Groups
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.8
★★★★★
358 reviews

Most Mentioned

falafel (32) hummus (18) wrap (17) atmosphere (13) garlic sauce (13) chicken platter (10) baklava (9) shawarma platter (7) manakish (5) tabbouleh (5)
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★★★★★
December 17, 2024

The food and service at Yaffa is truly amazing!!! My favorite middle eastern cuisine hands down! My first stop always whenever I’m remotely close to Abbotsford! The sweetest owners with the most love for food. You can taste the love in their food. We loved learning about the history and family owned establishment— the owners roots and story. Truly inspiring. Cannot wait to be back and eat my weight in every single thing on this beautifully diverse menu!

★★★★★
December 4, 2024

Our first time here and we were delighted! The food is delicious and the service was very friendly. I ordered the beef platter, which was flavourful and well-plated. We will definitely return to try the other items on the menu.

★★★★★
October 14, 2024

This was my first time taking out food from here and I was wondering if it was going to be as good as the reviews. Well it was. I got veggie platters and some baklava. I was skeptical if my husband would like food from a middle eastern restaurant which we've never done before and to my surprise he liked it more than I did. Everything was good. The hummus is a must try! Didn't quite enjoy the dolma/dolmades but I guess one has to develop a taste for it. I'm definitely going back.

★★★★★
October 2, 2024

Enjoyed the Yaffa chicken platter! Everything in the platter was delicious, from the salad, to the sauces, hummus and wrap! Looking forward to trying more items off the menu!

★★★★
August 13, 2024

Very nice restaurant with one of the best shawarma in Abbotsford. Different varieties of donair, shawarma and Mediterranean food. Service was great and staff are friendly. Prices are reasonable

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Saw the reviews of this little place and had to check it out! The food was SO good! The flavours are wonderful! Chicken platter had me taking home leftovers! Not a ton of seating so be ready get take out! Worth it!

★★★★
July 19, 2024

Authentic food and vibes! We ordered the lamb platter and beef wrap - Tasted so good and the portion size was very filling. The hummus was particularly delicious - very creamy and complimented the meal.

★★★★★
May 6, 2023

Delicious food, awesome service and above all, super friendly and nice owners. Went there today for some shawarma wrap and was not disappointed a bit. The wrap was appropriately sized and fillings were great. Chicken was tender and juicy. Turkish coffee was great too! After the food, had a conversation with the owner, who was super nice to explain how they prepare their food. Definitely coming back to this nice little gem for some middle eastern fare!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 20, 2024

Absolutely amazingly delicious food, and a great experience overall. I highly recommend Yaffa Cafe to everyone looking for authentic. middle Eastern food!

December 14, 2024

Ordered a chicken platter for 16.49 before tax instead of rice or fries i asked them to fill it with chicken and salad. So the filling is as follows; 90% Salad, 5% hummus+mayo and 5% chicken!!!! Just ripping off. The chicken were dry and not hot. Every other place will be having fresh cooked chicken to go which is hot. Not this place. And highly priced poor quality item. Went through the reviews and realized they charge extra for dine in??? Also they keep mentioning about quality?! What quality? These are not brought from some organice farms! If u need authentic middle eastern chicken platter or shawarma go to Surrey. May be the owner should visit this place and learn what the food looks and taste and how much quantity should be there!!! Just a joke. Edit: Answer for your repy: yeah your staff asked is this ok for which i replied yeah. You never mentioed what!!! Lol she asked if i need extra sauces and i said no. When she was done filling it with salad and mayo+ hummus combo she asked is this ok to which i replied yeah. Also i was complaining about the quantity of chicken in chicken platter, but i understand ur language barrier to not understand my review! A chicken platter with less than 10 g of chicken. Also every other authentic middle eastern food places will take chicken from the shawarma grill, unlike urs where chicken is not on shawarma grill and placed in a container. And yeah me and people who once been to ur dead beat shop will completely agree that it attracts people from states and surrey. Lol Yes those loyal customers cant get enough of you dry, cold chicken with sky high price tag and wants to pay badly for 20% gratuvity on dine in. So they come to Abby. What a disgrace to Middle eastern food. For those who need to taste authentic middle eastern food with good quality please try surrey. This whole place is just rip off And also here is the funny part. 16.49$ for meat platter. I would say 12% is tax, that is 1.97$ so total should be 18.46$. They charged me 18.62$ so why there is $0.16 cents more??? I checked the receipt and cant find the tax breakdown. So where did the money go? Edit 2: I didnt get plenty of chicken. If I did like every other place provides, then I wouldnt be complaining. Lol 170 to 180 gm of chicken you serve right? How does the lady who add chicken with thongs know its 170 to 180? I havent seen she putting it on a weighing scale. I stand firm on my experience, yes it was little less than 100 g. I didnt made any comments yes, because I have seen only putting salad and hummus+ yes Mayo too. When she added the chicken she took the platter with her and added it while i was standing on till. I didnt see how much the quantity was until I opened it back home. And yeah compared to other places who actually has business because of the taste and authenticity you guys dont have any which is why u dont have chicken on grill. Lol thanks for admitting that. Yeah its true Math isnt everyones subject. Which is why you scam people. No one told me about $1 additional fees. I have been eating platter all this time and nobody had any issue to change rice/fries with salad. And for your information all the other place sells Rice, fries, salad, chicken and hummus. If u dont want something from that they will be happy to accomodate that. Again not everyone is good at math nor reading. I got charged 18.62 and not 18.58 so there is again discrepancy of .04 cents. Thank you for proving that Maths isnt for everyone:) Also single use plastic bags are banned in BC from July 24. $0.25 cents is for paper bags. Not for the cheap plastic bags which is under 40 microns which is illegal and harmful for enviornment. And I never asked for bag, you blatantly put it in a bag and handed to me without informing that there is a bag fee. Also nobody told $1 fee for modification. What modification you have performed here? I opted not to take rice or fries and wanted to stick with salad so you charge me $1 for that??? This is what referred to greed and rip off. Which explains the dead business in your place

★★★★★
December 14, 2024

Great food and nice bright clean restaurant.

★★
December 7, 2024

Food quality was very less for the price.

December 7, 2024

Food was bland and salty the two ladies working in the front were nice but this place will also charge you 20% gratuity without you even known until you go pay if you sit and eat. This not the way to get a customer to keep coming back. First and last time I ll go to this place. Waste of money

★★★★★
December 7, 2024

tasty, fresh food and yummy!

★★★★★
December 7, 2024

Every time I visit Abbotsford, this restaurant is my first stop. The welcoming atmosphere, attentive staff, and consistently delicious food make it a standout. The best in town!

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

Despite my multiple food allergies I was able to eat a delicious meal which was modified to meet my dietary restrictions. My dinner was simply outstanding and I am very grateful. The atmosphere is warm and the workers are so kind. Yaffa Cafe is a special place and I will definitely be back. Thank you!

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Literally the best Tabbouleh and Falafel Ive ever had. They make everything to order while you watch. Nothing pre-made all so super fresh!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Came in here for a shawarma sandwhich, and was totally happy with the outcome of my whole adventure. Food was great! Fresh and tasty the owner was super friendly felt like some real home cooking! Worth the try!

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

We ordered through Skip, and this was the best takeout I ve had in a long time! The hummus . Tabbouleh- fresh and perfect; falafel- crispy and not dried out shwarma rivaled anything in Vancouver. Well done!!

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

No question - best middle eastern food in Abbotsford if not the entire lower mainland. Have you been to Falafel King on Denman or Robson? Maybe Nuba or Yasma downtown? Though the menu here is more limited, there is a quality to their shawarma, hummus, salads, dressings and tabbouleh - be sure to order the tabbouleh! - that rivals all of the above! It s clear this will be our go to in Abbotsford from now on.

★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Portion is small . Was still hungry Took a while for them to make it

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Great authentic food and service!

★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Ordered lunch on the website for pickup - $96 before tax. Walked in a few minutes early and food was almost ready - paid in person, skipped the tip option as it was an online order and pick up. When I was handed over the food, the man said that usually over $100 orders would usually have a 20% gratuity (why would there be 20% added for pick up?). He said he thought I would have added a 20% tip when I paid - trying to guilt me into paying them an extra $20 for what, I don t know? Anyways - the food was fantastic and I might return because of it, but the expectation of a huge tip for pickup is nuts.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Best in town. Food the service The authenticity Literally no competition So good Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Best falafels Ive had since moving to Canada from Dubai. Its a rarity to find something that reminds me so much of home and hands down the best lamb in town.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Delicious food, small family run business but great vibes

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

This place serves up delicious authentic Palestinian Shawarma. Wonderful flavors, fresh ingredients, great saj bread. You wont find any better in Abbotsford. Make sure to check it out when youre in town! Vegetarian options: Falafel. Dietary restrictions: Halal food. Parking: Small parking lot, but Abbotsford is nothing but free parking so there should be more nearby.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

What a great hidden jem in Abbotsford. Fresh ingredients and great service and reasonable pricing.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Awesome food Good price High quality And a home cooked taste of all foods as it is a family business

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Excellent dishes , extremely kind customer service, my favorite is the beef rice dish

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

This restaurant is very nice. Friendly staff and amazing flavourful food. Would recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Great food, great quantity and beautiful inlaid work. Its small but the place feels cozy and there is a nice collection of currencies at the front! Glad to see a sliver of Palestine in Abbotsford

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Great quality, delicious food.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Visiting Abbotsford from out of town and found this spot - yummy food and friendly, helpful owners! Hummus was especially delicious!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Love this place. Food is delicious, quality ingredients and the foos is prepared with passion. Family run, lovely people.

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Amazing Food, Exceptional Service - A True Gem in Abbotsford! I recently visited Yaffa Cafe in Abbotsford to pick up some food to take home, and I cant say enough good things about this place! Even though I was just there to order, Sam, the owner, along with his wonderful wife and daughter, treated me like royalty. Their warm hospitality and genuine kindness made the experience unforgettable. Since it was my first visit, they were incredibly generous, offering me bites of various dishes to help me decide what to order. I ended up ordering the beef and chicken shawarma, hummus, and a few other items, and every bite was a delightful taste of home. The food is authentic, homemade, and bursting with the rich flavors of true Mediterranean cuisine. If youre a fan of Middle Eastern food or just looking for an incredible experience, Yaffa Cafe is a must-visit. The food is fantastic, the service is top-notch, and the owners make you feel like family. I highly recommend this hidden gem to anyone looking for a delicious meal and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Don t miss out on this wonderful spot!

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Great food

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

So good. Family run by very kind and friendly people. Food was amazing every time I ve had it. Fresh and homemade specialties. Highly recommend!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Delicious! Crispy falafels, soft fragrant rice, excellent hummus and fresh meats. They served a sour tahini sauce that was the perfect blend of tart and buttery. Absolutely recommend! Vegetarian options: Dolmas, salad, hummus

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

quality made products falafel very good... home made authentic

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

First time, but wont be the last! Lovely service. Amazing food.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Amazing food and great service

★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Honestly, food was just ok, considering the high rating. Very clean looking place. Meat portion was small.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Omg! You have got to visit! We sat in and ordered, then ordered more, then more. Everything that came was INCREDIBLE. Very authentic, so flavourful, Ive never had a better meal. Also worth mentioning, the quantities were great! We left very full with a much smaller bill than expected! Great pricing and quantities. We will be coming back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

the dishes were good

August 21, 2024

bad food very high prices for what it is.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Execllent service

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Sooooo good! We are from Detroit and we are used to authentic middle Eastern food and this place is the closest we have come to finding that anywhere along our travels. 10/10 would recommend! Owners wife was super sweet and welcoming.

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Delicious food, great service and fantastic ambiance!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Friendly welcoming atmosphere. Comfortable plush seating. The server carefully explained each of the dishes to me since I knew very little. Beautiful presentation satisfying food Food

July 21, 2024

Amazing food but rude man on the counter, I was telling him not to put the sauce just staring showing attitude worst behavior

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Go here every other week for lunch and it is consistently delicious! Welcoming staff and good prices. Lucky to have in Abbotsford!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Chicken platter was delicious! Tender chicken, refreshing salad and tzaziki sauce soooo good

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Very cute little food spot in Abbotsford. Halal and run by a nice family. Food was amazing! Worth the visit if nearby.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Its a beautiful restaurant with amazing people and food. Thank you for your service Yaffa Cafe

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Very simple restaurant with counter service. Food is outstanding. Some of the best falafel and tabouleh Ive ever had. Very pleasant staff, good service. Well worth a try.

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Hands down the best shawarma I ve had in BC. So good it rivals the best in Ottawa even . Everything on the chicken platter was fabulous. The rice, the chicken, the authentic pomegranate dressing on the salad. The real garlic sauce, not that yogurt crap others try to pull off. 5/5 would go again next time I m in the Valley. 36$ for 2 people definitely seemed underpriced. And the baklava of course hit the spot too.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Some of the best food weve ever had. We got Lahmacun, Chicken Shawarma platter, and the Lamb Shawarma platter. OMG! If only we werent just passing through Abbotsford, wed be coming back every week! If you like Middle Eastern/Arabic/Mediterranean dishes, definitely check out Yaffa Cafe

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

The most flavorful shawarma platter Ive ever had.

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Excellent food, friendly owners, great experience every time:)

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Great food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Try the kibbeh.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Wonderful service, great food, Palestinian owned.

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

We tried the lamb platter and its phenomenal. first time here in this restaurant definitely will come back. Food is really good! highly recommend

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

I tried the Arabic style chicken wrap, and wow! So fresh and delicious. I loved that the sauces were made from scratch. (Ask for the hot sauce thats tucked away!!) Super kind owners, thank you for the falafel sample. Im really happy I found this gem of a place, Ill definitely be back.

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Excellent food and delicious baklava!

★★★★
May 21, 2024

Very tasty food! I dont like many places and am glad that I found this one! For sure a place to come back! Plus prices are not bad!

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

The shawarma boat not on the menu is oh heavenly delicious, from the first bite to the last!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Really delicious and flavourful , decently priced . I ordered the chicken platter with rice , my bf had chicken salad. They also serve tea with fresh mint leaves ! Highly recommend and will be back

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

Fresh and flavourful. Loved the lamb and the falafel.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

Food was so good! Very fresh and tasty

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

Great chicken wrap. Super filling and flavourful. Loved the spices and overall, very fresh tasting.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

I cant say enough good things about this place. Ive only been coming to Yaffa for a short while, but the food is unbelievable. I usually order the chicken shawarma platter but I have to order it a bit differently for dietary reasons; the wonderful people at the restaurant are always so accommodating and kind. That is really all there is to say! Take your business here, enjoy the food, leave happy and satisfied, plain and simple.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

I have read some reviews and noticed how high the ratings are so I finally had the chance to check them out. I had the kibbeh platter. I would highly recommend adding some of their hot sauce to it. I enjoyed the flavors of it but the only I can think was missing from the combo to make it more filling would be a small scoop of rice because it should be almost mandatory to give the plate some volume, plus middle Eastern style rices are the next level for taste! But lucky for me my GF ordered something that came with rice so she gave me some. I will come back because the owner was friendly and hospitable. I will try a shwarma next!

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

My first time coming to this little cafe. It serves middle eastern food that was full of flavour I ordered the chicken platter with rice. My only request was that it should have come with a pita to use up the hummus other than that that it was a good dish.will definitely be back to try other dishes The owners were very friendly

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

First time here and we knew as soon as we were served that we were going to come back. The chicken poutine and the lamb wrap platter were both equally delicious - the owner was very sweet and made conversation which made us feel very welcome. Very intimate, hole-in-the-wall place. This is our new favourite place - couldn t recommend enough!

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

The lamb wrap plate was fresh and delicious. Every component was prepared carefully and with attention to detail. I really enjoyed this!

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

Yaffa Cafe in Abbotsford is hands down the best shawarma spot in town! From the flavorful meats to the friendly service, every visit is a delight. Dont miss out on this hidden gem! It s honestly the best!!

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

Came here for lunch and was more than happy with the food. Beef wrap was crispy with the perfect amount of spice. And the fries I got were the crispiest fries so good. Will definitely be coming back !

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

really good lamb shawarma very friendly staff Very nice seating area Kid-friendliness: very accommodating of kids

★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

Their flafal was really tasty. Presentation was really good. I had vegetarian one so it was ok. It was me trying this food for the first time. Hummus was more like lemon to me. I ordered fries for my kid which was not really crispy. All in all its good spot.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

Fabulous middle eastern restaurant in the heart of Abbotsford that has a great selection at very reliable prices. The chicken shawarma combo with fries was large and delicious. The salad dressing contained a hint of mint making for an exciting flavour. The lamb wrap and falafel combo were equally tasty. We finished with a Turkish coffee and a piece of baklava. We enjoyed the food so much we came back for more the next day. Dont miss this authentic experience.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

Lovely food and so authentic.... thank you for the service and amazing experience. Food is RECOMMENDED... Vegetarian options: Falafel and Hummus was amazing...

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

I loved this restaurant and it was my first visit. The place is clean and the food is delicious and filling compared to other restaurants. I need to spend more than I spent here to reach a state of satiety and coordinate the components of the dish. I think it is well thought out so that you do not suffer from digestive problems after you are full, and I can see the continuous care not just cleaning at the end of the day like some Restaurants, all love and respect, and I will you lasting success

March 21, 2024

Very bad food

★★★
March 21, 2024

Falafel is good. Chicken quite dry. Seems like nice people and nice place, maybe I ll give it another try.

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

My go to for a quick lunch break. Their veggie platter is delicious and filling as well as their wraps for something a bit smaller than the full platter. The food is always fresh and high quality, and the falafel is the best I ve had! Thanks Sam!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

Delicious food and great service. Thanks

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

I ve had the wrap platter and the rice platter and both are delicious. Their hummus is amazing and their food is prepared with care. A little family run business. Highly recommend! Vegetarian options: Falafel, hummus, cheese dishes Kid-friendliness: Little family run businesses. Kid friendly. Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance and tables.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

This is where the flavor lives! A hidden jem, you need to try their food!

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

I ve been to this restaurant a couple of times and am always thrilled by the food. The shawarma and meat is so flavourful and moist, definitely one of the best shawarmas I ve had in the Vancouver/Abbostford area. It is a family run business, and the owner is very kind and helpful. My husband is celiac and the owner double checked the ingredients of the fries to see if they were safe (unfortunately they were not gluten friendly) but he did love the shawarma on rice platter.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

One of the best shawarma platters I have had. Very flavorful and filling.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

Place is amazing highly recommend you all to go try it

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

An intimate little family-run cafe with 2 tables and a bar style counter for an informal repast. I ordered the boat-shaped pidè which wasnt technically on the menu, but owner obliged! We will be back next time were in Abbotsford!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

That was literally the best Lamb Wrap Ive ever had. The Turkish Coffee was excellent as well. The owners were extremely kind and helpful. Well be back! Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

Wow, the food is AMAZING! I had the beef arabic wrap and manakish - some of the best Ive had. Very flavorful, hearty and fresh. Very filling portions and the price is a steal. They literally make everything on the spot, including the wrap (depending on which one you get). The owners are a very sweet couple also. One of my new go to places. Highly recommend checking them out!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

If you re looking for an original Arabic dishes, it s the place you have to go! taste and quality and service are great

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

We would definitely order from this place again. We put in a larger order for my parents anniversary and they were so helpful and accommodating. The food is delicious.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

A must go! Very delicious and clean tasting. 10/10.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

Yaffa is mine and my husbands go-to when were looking for delicious food thats healthy and packed with flavor. Sam and his wife are so wonderful, and always make our food with extra love. Definitely eat here! One of my favorite places for lunch. The chicken salad and the wraps are my favorite.

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

Friendly staff and delicious food. I really enjoy the garlic sauce and fries. We will be returning soon!

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

I knew by the mouth-watering aromas as soon as we walked in that the food would be delicious. The first bite I took was a flavour explosion in the best way. Everything was very fresh and delicious and the woman who served us was kind and friendly. We are so happy to find this flavourful family Cafe! Oh also the falafel was delightfully tender, the best Ive ever tasted.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

Great tasty authentic food, and great friendly service. Tried different dishes and they all were great.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

I was so happy to find this place. It s probably the best if not the only place that serves authentic Shawrma, Flafel and Manakish. You have to try it at least once.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The food is tasty with a very generous quantity. The owner is very friendly and welcoming. The place is very clean.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The owner provided great service and is super friendly. Food was delicious (ordered the Shawarma Platter), chicken was tender and seasoned very well, and the garlic sauce is AWESOME! High recommend. I will most definitely be coming back here when I m in Abbotsford. Yep, I came back. Just as delicious second time around. Still strongly recommend!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Yaffa provided a huge tray of Baklava for a recent team meeting in our office - it was incredible. Delicious and fresh, best I have ever had!! Thank you.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Been here more than a couple times now! Amazing good, atmosphere, and service! This family owned restaurant is my go to for middle eastern food! Chicken/beef platter is so good!! It comes with rice, salad, your choice of protein, and yogurt/garlic sauce. Adding hot sauce is perfection if you like it a bit spicy! Would recommend 10/10 I got a shawarma here as well, AMAZING. Can t rave about this place enough.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great service and delicious food

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Yum food! finally found a place closest to the authentic shawarma tastes from the Middle East!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

This place is excellent. The owners are very friendly, the customer service is above and beyond and most importantly, the food is delicious and a great value. I will be back.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Food is freshly made, delicious and taste fresh too. The workers are smiling, friendly, and kind. Good prices. First time here, will definitely come back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Delicious food, great service, and many food options available, including veggies!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The shawarmas were amazing.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Clean, friendly , fresh and tasty.. Love the new find. Parking: Small parking lot. Big flavors.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great food. Nice and clean. Definitely will be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Stopped last night quickly for take out. The place is small but very clean and bright. The owners are welcoming and service was perfect. I will definitely be coming back. The food was excellent, Ordered a chicken shawarma and shawarma fries plate plus a couple of cheese manakish. MashaAllah

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

I Loved their shawarma Platter and my friends loved their shawarma and falafel wraps. I would say this is the best shawarma place in Abbotsford. I ll be going back for sure. Worth trying it if you are a fan of Mediterranean food.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Took great care of us! I m gluten free and he was very clean in preparation of the food, which made me comfortable! Thanks for the great date night food <3 Super affordable for the best falafel (crispy!) you ll ever have!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

First time here, especially since it is valentines day !!! But it is a good choice for it. Thats the only reason I didnt beat my husband for that. I strongly recommend people come to try it...

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Best shawarma Ive had in Abby! Chicken is very tender, well-flavoured, delicious hummus, too. Friendly staff as well!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Vegetarian options: I had the vegetarian platter. Everything was perfecty delicious . My husband had the lamb platter. We both gave our meals 10 out of 10. We shared a baklava and it was very tasty and not too sweet. .

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

So good. Fresh made. Service was amazing and fast. I will be back. Hopefully more then once.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Yaffa Cafe is hands down one of the best Middle Eastern restaurants in town. The food is absolutely delicious and full of authentic flavors. I have been to this restaurant several times now, and each time the service has been friendly, attentive, and accommodating. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the decor is lovely. The shawarma and donair are my go-to dishes, and they never disappoint. The Falafel is also worth trying, as it is some of the best I have ever tasted. Yaffa Cafe is definitely a must-visit spot for anyone who loves Middle Eastern cuisine. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for an amazing dining experience. Five stars!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Very happy to have walked in the door of Yaffa Cafe! Such delicious food and amazing people. We had the Chicken Arabic Style Wrap, Kibbeh Platter, and Manakish Cheese. Blown away by the quality and flavours, and cant wait to try more dishes.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Wow! Had Yaffa for the first time today, and I already know we will be back Amazing service with a smile. I had the chicken wrap and my wife had the 3 Kibbeh platter, and it was absolutely phenomenal! The people working here are so friendly and welcoming too. Wonderful cafe!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Probably the best chicken I ve ever had in my life. I have a lot of allergies and they were very accommodating. The rice was amazing too. Love love love this place.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing food, even better service. You need to try this!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Our food was amazing! Can t wait to go back!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Delicious chicken shawarma! The flavours were right on point! The owner was very friendly and helpful. Thank you for this delight

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great food. Authentic halal. Clean place. Must try.

★★★★
December 21, 2023

Best cheese bread out there

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

I ordered one Arabian style chicken Shawarma and one beef Shawarma both of them taste the same, probably there could be a mistake in taking the order and the meat was also not so tender

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Delicious food, great vegetarian/vegan options. Beautiful and clean dining space, friendly service, cant wait to come back!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

My wife and I had lunch here. Restaurant was clean, service was fast and friendly, and the food was the best. The hummus and garlic sauce are amazing. I had the chicken platter and my wife had a wrap. Delicious!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Delicious food. Gracious and kind owner. Worth visiting again and again. Thank you Yaffa Cafe owner and staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Well balanced flavours tastes homemade and fresh! not greasy Best hummus in town

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The food was delicious and the staff was extremely kind. There is limited seating in the establishment.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Good service, cleanliness and delicious taste I liked it

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Exceptional, delicious, incredibly tasty, great prices! As a South African this food made my tastebuds dance. The shop is beautifully decorated- just like the pictures and the stuff are wonderful. Do yourself a massive favour and try it.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Just got take out for my husband and he loved it all. Friendly owners and very helpful in helping me choose! Great vibe here. Great food! Ill be back.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Amazing food. The meat pie and manakish were delish. The kibbeh and chicken platter were awesome. Want to come back for their donair and falafel. It would be nice if they had an extra table as two is not a lot. We ended up eating at the tiny counter facing a wall that affected the atmosphere, but certainly not the food Parking: Only three regular parking spots and a handicap one.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing food, would definitely recommend.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Really terrific Middle Eastern food and very reasonable prices. Everything is fresh and made in house. I can t say enough good things. I think theirs was the best falafel I ve ever had.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Delicious, I had falafel sandwich,

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Awesome shawerma and other dinner platters.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Best shawarma in the world

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Absolutely amazing, great service and kind atmosphere!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Ordered online through a delivery service. Food is incredible, my wife grew up in UAE and said that this is authentic as authentic can be. Garlic sauce is delightful with citrus kick. The wraps are incredibly flavourful and the bread used was amazing. Had both the lamb and chicken platters and they did not disappoint. Never had kibbeh in my life, but the middle eastern meat pie was delicate with wonderful textures. Definitely will come back for dine in.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The food was delicious, best falafels we ve ever had, seriously. We really loved how fresh everything tasted and the combination of spices in each meal is beautiful. Prices are very reasonable as well, we ll definitely come back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Really good middle eastern food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

As vegans we were looking for a place we could actually order food without asking for exceptions yet still paying the price for meat and cheese. We went to Yaffa based on the positive reviews and we were not disappointed. Not only was there a variety of choices, the meals we reasonably priced and the products very fresh. Best falafel we ve had anywhere - soft and chewy and made at time of order. We will be back even though we don t live in Abbotsford.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Hands down the BEST falafel Ive ever had. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. The rest of my food was equally delicious. Vegetarian options: Excellent vegetarian options

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The workers are very kind and respectful food is also very good

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The customer service and taste was really great. We made a quick stop from Edmonton for lunch here and loved this place. Highly recommended.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Excellent service, amazing food. Perfect picnic food :)

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing Food and Service! Will be back next time we are in Abby

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Some of the most delicious falafels Ive ever eaten. Hummus is smooth and velvety and even the rice is perfectly flavored!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

We had the beef and chicken Arabic style wraps. Delicious sauces - just a hint of sweet spiciness which was so good.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

It is a very neat and lovely restaurant, the owner is very sweet . The food is 10/10 The service is 10/10. It serves halal food and the taste is amazing

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Food here is always great I ve ordered 3 times from Yaffa. Chicken platter, lamb shwarma, and kibbeh. All of them were soo delicious. The cafe is always bright and clean, I love their beverage selection also. The owners are very friendly and deliver exceptional service every time.

December 21, 2023

I ve never eaten here but it was on my to do list until today. Today they promoted hate in the community. I encourage others to walk right past any business door that supported todays hateful behaviour in Abbotsford, I am appalled by this so called protest and will now boycott any business that supported that hate and behaviour!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Amazing food, great coming gesture. Definitely, I will come back. Don t forget baglawa the best tasted ever. Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Yaffa cafe is a hidden gem for authentic middle Eastern food. It is tucked away unasumingly in an industrial area and kinda easy to miss. BUT....once you find it and order pretty much ANYTHING from the menu, you are in for a pleasant surprise. Authentic, full of flavour, fresh (not reheated like some other Shawarma places) and piping hot. Definitely go for the Arabian style Shawerma with a more sturdy and yummy bread than the regular pita and yummy, abundant filling, Big bonus, it is all Halal, so much healthier and cleaner taste of their meats. We had: Kibbeh (the best I had in Canada, and Ive been on the look out for that), beef and chicken Shawerma (arabian style), and cheese manousheh (with wich I fell in love). Definitely worth going again and again. It is easily comparable to the Shawerma places back home. I just hope and pray they keep up with the great work, and maintain their flavours and quality Vegetarian options: Falafel wraps, cheese manousheh and salads. Parking: If you dont find parking right in front of the cafe, there is more parking spots in the plaza near the other store.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great quality and service, I d definitely recommend this Café.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

I don t know why this place doesn t have 5 stars. This place should have a line down Fraser. Meats are fresh and perfectly seasoned, they don t use those awful pita wraps like donair places use, and the sauces are beyond authentic. The garlic sauce is actually true toum. Not just mayo with garlic salt. This food is so good it should be considered a sin to eat here. The owners are friendly with a great atmosphere.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Best shawarma I ve had in awhile!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Love this place. Really delicious food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Delicious, flavourful & fresh food from a cute, bright location with some indoor seating for dine-in and very welcoming staff! Explored a variety of menu items and everything was great but my fave was the chicken wrap (not Mediterranean-style, the other one?) Would be great if menus were more easily accessible online (from the cafe, not just through delivery services) with full range of items available listed otherwise takeout experience was pretty seamless. Will be back! <3

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Love it

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

It s such an amazing experience Great service delicious food Wonderful and warm vibes You will feel you are in your home Strongly recommended You have to try the Falafel and Lahm Bi Ajeen So yumy

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The best shawarma place in all of the lower mainland! Try them Vegetarian options: Falafel, Veggie Wraps Dietary restrictions: Halal meats

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Very tasty middle eastern food. Had the lamb platter this time and really enjoyed it. Ended with the baclava which was lovely as well. Give it a try.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Halal food I like everything there Food

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing good. Friendly service. We had a wrap and shawarma on rice! Very clean and bright.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Absolutely delicious food, amazing service, and a great atmosphere - this place is on my favorites list!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Good food, fast service and taste delicious

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Im still wondering... how is this food SO good? What is the secret? How is my blown by chicken and rice? The food is seriously delicious, and the man who cooked and served our food is so sweet. Absolutely try this place out you wont regret it.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

It is the best restaurant I have been in a long long time , the food is amazing there and the people are very friendly.

★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Came in the other day, and noticed a name change to this place... I like coming in for their salads as I have very short lunch breaks. I asked the gentlemen if I could just get a plate with different salad mixtures (fattush & tabulli) and some hummus... Ended up paying $15 for a light handful of cut-up lettuce and 2 tablespoons of hummus... My eyes were fooled; I get more veggies in a 6inch sub! I wonder how much they charge for their meat plates.. Unfortunately, I wont be returning for another try.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

I picked up items for a Christmas lunch party. Everything was excellent! Will definitely be back.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Delicious all the way around. Ordered a platter as well as chicken schwarmas and there s a lot of love and care with the flavours.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

The people there are awesome and the food is fantastic!