The Grilled Tomato in Nepean

70 Bongard Ave, Nepean, ON K2E 7Z9, Canada

★★★★★
(131 reviews)
Categories: Mediterranean restaurant

About

Authentic Mediterranean Restaurant

Website
thegrilledtomato.ca
Address
70 Bongard Ave, Nepean, ON K2E 7Z9, Canada
Plus Code
87JP+H6 Nepean, Ottawa, ON, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
8:30 AM–4 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM–8 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM–8 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM–8 PM
Friday
8:30 AM–8 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Services

Service options
Kerbside pickup Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Offerings
Healthy options
Dining options
Breakfast Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert
Amenities
Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.9
★★★★★
131 reviews

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lamb (7) platter (7) prices (7) falafel wrap (6) seasoning (6) gem (5) tandoori chicken (4) halloumi (4) chicken souvlaki (3) beef souvlaki (2)
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★★★★★
November 18, 2024

My wife stopped by here on a whim for dinner a couple months ago. The food was amazing, fresh and delicious. The owner and staff were super friendly and attentive. Lamb was delicious. Not what you might expect in a mediterranean restaurant but try the tandoori if its on as a special of the day. It’s really good. It's a nice go-to option when we don’t want to cook for dinner. We just call ahead and pick up on the way home.

★★★★★
September 10, 2024

First time eating medditeranian(?) food. Absolutely amazingly flavored chicken and potatos. Was definetly not rewarded with a suprise brownie at the end. Fantastic recomendations by the kind gentleman working there- would absolutely give it a shot if you have never been!

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

What a Gem of a restaurant! I wish I would have known about this place sooner. The owners are so friendly and kind, the food I can’t even described how good and fresh it is, the flavours are just perfect! I wish this business all the best. Very kid friendly too it’s been a nice little lunch spot this past month. Don’t think about it and try it out!

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

This place is so good. Authentic taste and the nicest owner. Wish it was closer to me or else I would have it every day. I’ve tried the falafels, a few of the chicken wraps, the lamb and the burger. They’ve all tasted great. Even the fries are amazing with a unique taste.

★★★★★
July 20, 2024

Tried this place for the first time based on the previous, excellent reviews, and we were very happy with our choice. The owner is a very friendly and kind gentleman who is clearly passionate about cooking. The food is fresh and made right there. I felt like I was getting a home cooked meal. He even has off menu items that he let us taste before committing. We were introduced to Tarb for the first time which was so tasty, even our toddler enjoyed it. Really, really love this place. Will definitely keep going back to try new things.

★★★★★
July 3, 2024

What a delightful discovery.. tidy, welcoming eatery tucked back in an industrial area. DELISH food, friendly staff, plenty of parking. Daily specials listed on a whiteboard, including homemade ice cream! I'll definitely be going back.

★★★★★
November 13, 2023

Wow, this place is a hidden gem! Tucked away in the Industrial area off of Merivale road. The food and service was outstanding. Highly recommend. We tried the chicken souvlaki plate- chicken was tender, juicy and tasty. The platter came with yellow rice pilaf, roasted potato pieces, Greek salad and tzatziki. Definitely a wholesome meal. Chef gave us some of his delicious home made hot sauce to try and it was yummy!

★★★★★
September 12, 2022

Excellent authentic Mediterranean food and fantastic service! I had the lamb souvlaki platter and the lamb was so tender and well seasoned. My partner had the falafel and said it was the best he'd ever eaten (so flavourful and not at all dry like most falafel). I wish we had such delicious Mediterranean food in Vancouver!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

Amazing falafel wrap & fries.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Really good food, very friendly staff. Food is well priced and feels fresh.

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

The food is incredible. The labneh is a must. And ask for the homemade hot sauce. Wow

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Delightful. The owner was very pleasant. Would come back anytime soon! Vegetarian options: Several choices available Kid-friendliness: Welcoming to kids

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

So Good~

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Delicious food and super friendly staff! I went with their recommendations and everything was amazing - special shoutout to the baba ganoush, it was smoky and so flavourful!

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Amazing food and great people.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

I always do take out, but the food is delicious and I think it is priced very reasonably. The staff is very polite.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Quaint restaurant with delicious food and great service!

★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Excellent service, kabobs were good

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Amazingly fresh food. Delicious

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Food made with love, yummy fries, tender lamb, juicy chicken, rice pilaf to die for, delicious tzaiki! We would highly recommend this place!!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Just wow. We were blown away by the flavours. 10/10

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Really stood out to me the stellar service and fantastic tasting food. The lady running the place is extremely polite and courteous. Love to see this kind of professionalism. We will be back!

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

We were curious to know what all the hype was about and it definitely delivered. We had 4 different items and it was all better than the last. Highly recommend, we will be back! Vegetarian options: Halloumi Wrap Falafel

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Great little restaurant with homemade food. Very good prices.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Great service and food would recommend.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

I recently dined at Grilled Tomato, and it was fantastic! The beef kafta, made by Chef Ahmed, was absolutely amazing. The flavor was perfect, with just the right mix of spices, and the meat was so tender and juicy. Chef Ahmed s beef kafta is a must-try. Each bite was delicious and perfectly cooked. The restaurant has a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, and the staff were friendly and attentive. I highly recommend Grilled Tomato. If you re looking for a great meal, especially the beef kafta, this is the place to go. I ll definitely be coming back! Advice for everyone, Ask for the special Ice Cream

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

The Grilled Tomato is a local hidden gem if you are after some delectable Middle Eastern fare. Ive had the beef kafta twice because it is just that amazing. They serve burgers, wraps, platters, and even mujadarra if you arrive early enough in the day. The staff are very kind and accommodating with modifications. I cant recommend the food enough! Dietary restrictions: The platters are a great gluten-free option!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Best falafel in the city, and very friendly owner!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

In Ottawa for volleyball and decided to check out this spot that had so many good reviews. The food was awesome! Ahmad and his colleague were so kind - the best! Highly recommend!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

It s amazing clean and safe food handling Great food collection If you like tasty food you should heading there Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

I feel so guilty giving only 3 stars for atmosphere but I have to be honest. It aint pretty. But if youve got a great bunch of people to dine with, youll make your own atmosphere and the food and service will do the rest. Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs and entry seems flush to ground.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Went a few times here with coworkers. Phenomenal food and great atmosphere. Service was very kind and capable. Only downside is that sometimes the meal prep takes a while (about 40 to 50 minutes). They accept orders over the phone for dine in, so you can counteract the long wait with one phone call. Overall the food is amazing. Im personally someone who does not like salad, but I am able to eat their entire salad without an issue as it tastes amazing. The veggies are fresh and the dressing is great. The rice that comes with the meals is also made to perfection. Ive ordered a lamb souvlaki and a beef souvlaki before. Both were exceptional meals.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Saw the raving reviews and decided to go, did not expect it to be this good. Genuinely the best takeout I ve ever had in my life.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Excellent food: lamb, chicken, and potatoes especially. They are very nice and hospitable.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Wow super yummie very friendly will go again

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

This place is awesome. The food is amazing. A hidden gem for sure!

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Second time here in a week! Best food and service ever. Souvlaki plates are delicious. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Tasty food, clean environment and cozy place but I believe it needs a better location/signage to be more successful.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

We had the tandoori chicken platter and lamb burger. Fries were very good, also enjoyed the salad, chicken and lamb burger was amazing. It looks sketchy from the outside, doesnt have a particular ambience inside. Definitely more of a quick lunch place. Friendly service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

From far the best Mediterranean food I ve ever had!!! Chicken and rice was absolutely amazing ! Finished the plate so quickly. The customer service was wonderful they were so nice to me!!! 1000000% recommend

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

They do food and customer service RIGHT! We absolutely love coming here...the food will never disappoint (they even customized a wrap not on the menu for my husband), and the owner and his team make a point to know you and treat you with the utmost care as a paying customer. Its a small diner, not a fancy restaurant, so its perfect for business lunch or casual date night meal!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Excellent food with great service

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

One of the best spots in Ottawa for falafel. Owners are very friendly. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Made my boss take me here for lunch based off the reviews. I had the omelet with steak and cheese since I missed breakfast then got the lebneh to go. Very good quality food and affordable. The steak was cooked perfectly, well everything was cooked perfectly to be honest. Would definitely come back whenever in the area.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

This is an amazing restaurant, the food, the service, the staff, the quality are all excellent. It s my favourite restaurant in town. This place deserves 10 stars and I highly recommend it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Food was excellent quality and it was a good portion size. Service was also very good. Facility was very clean.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

AMAZING Lamb, all home made fresh recipes. The falafels were incredibly flavourful as well. You can tell the owner cares more about quality thank production. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Tandori chicken was delicious. Quality food and excellent service.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

We tried this spot for the first time tonight, and we were impressed! Customer service is beyond amazing! We were given a plate of fries while we waited for our food to be ready! Very friendly and cares about their customers! Food was very very good! Lamb wrap and chicken plate were both great! Prices are good as well! Highly recommend! We will definitely be returning :)

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Great food and not greasy like other Mediterranean places. Also, very friendly gentlemen. Would recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Delicious souvlaki!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I wished if Grilled Tomato somewhere near where live !!!!! Unbelievable burger Highly highly recommended!!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The Grilled Tomato is delicious and filling, I highly recommend it for breakfast or lunch. They also did a marvellous job catering a company lunch. Love the whole menu, always freshly made to order. Serving sizes are generous. The team and staff are so friendly and accommodating!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Amazing quality at a great price. Highly recommended

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Incredible hidden gem in the area. We went in and ordered the Mediterranean burger and the Mujaddara. Everything was so delicious and flavourful. The burger was made fresh and flame broiled. The fries were well seasoned and had a nice flavour. The Mujaddara tasted delicious with their fresh made tzatziki, a great vegetarian option. The staff were very kind and checked on us several times to see if we needed anything. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Friendly staff serving delicious food - a gem of a place to grab a bite to eat!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Do yourself a favour and stop in for some real food! :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Awesome food always fresh and delicious! The service is super friendly :) we go there pretty often.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Ordered catering through the Grilled Tomato, super professional and very wonderful customer service, food was great all guests loved it! Definitely recommend :)

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Absolutely delicious food, and very hospitable workers.. Med burger was perfect, and fries are super tasty (Editing to mention no photos available due to eating )

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Kal s food and service at the Grilled Tomato are very unique, and worth travelling for. I know dozens of people who have come here regularly and found the freshness and quality of this food to be of the highest standards, and I cannot agree more. I ve ordered the same items from his menu myself countless times because it s just exquisite every time.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Incredible. I ve never had anything like it. The fries are out of this world, and the beef is the best I ve ever had despite 31 years of experience eating beef, lol.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great food, great prices and great service!! Gentleman behind the court was super nice(assume it was the owner)!! I ll be back

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great restaurant! Everyone here is awesome. The food here is really good, and everythings made fresh here. I got the Falafel Wrap and it was just... exquisite. Falafels here are great and so are the Fries. My Mum got the Chicken Wrap and my Brother got the Lamb Burger, they rated their food as pretty good as well. Good times, definitely recommend a stop here.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

delicious, great vegan options

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The food was good. And the service and asmophere was amazing. Would totally recommend.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The service was friendly and helpful. I think it was the owner who brought 3 massive brownies for a dessert! The brownie melted in our mouths. The lamb burger and fries were excellent. The burger was juicy and the fries were hot and fresh with a special seasoning.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Amazing food and owner was very nice. Stayed for us even after closing. Tried Beef sovlaki plate and Donair sandwich. Both were amazing. A must try

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Tried this new Mediterranean place The Grilled Tomato. Confirmed the halal status with the Muslim owner. The best Beef Souvlaki I have tried so far in Ottawa. Donair wrap was delicious as well. Will go back for sure to try other items.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

What a surprise! Needed a quick lunch and wanted to eat something different than the usual fast food fare. The food here was great and service was super friendly. Will definitely go back.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The food was good and freshly made. The staff was amazing and very attentive to me. Im from Massachusetts but will go out my way to come here when I come back to Ottawa

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great burger

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We went there for lunch at noon and not only it was empty but some menu items were missing. We left without staying as we didnt find it appealing. I dont know about food but the person in the kitchen and cash were nice. I may try another day to adjust rating Service

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Very good, I recommended.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The food was delicious! I never had fries that were this good! Perfect temperature and the seasoning on them was amazing!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Amazing place, chef is experienced and friendly. Shawarma was like a cotton candy level soft and tasty! A must try place!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food, owner is very nice, try the hot sauce!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Amazing food and the cook was so nice! Everything tasted fresh and the spices were amazing!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Amazing place. Highly recommend

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Surprising hole-in-the-wall. Clean, friendly and delicious wraps. Will definitely eat here again.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Absolute hidden gem. Could not recommend this enough.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

If I could give all the stars in the universe, I would. Absolutely delicious food and a hidden gem. Ahmad is a food scientist, thats how amazing his food is! Cant wait to go back and bring friends and family. The chicken tandoori and the lamb burger were 10/10, and the fries..oh my God. The seasoning is so good. Everything was fantastic, thank you for a full belly!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

This man...can COOK! His food is as pleasant as he is. Never disappointed...give this local small business a shot and you will become a regular in no time flat...amazing food a little hard to find...worth it every single time! Keep it up.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We just discovered this new place. It is nearby Costco (Nepean). The rating is well deserved. The food flavour is delicious. Thank you Ahmed for very courteous customer service. Truly appreciate. We will be coming back soon.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Awesome lunch! Everything made to order, super fresh.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great food Super Great Service...Awesome Food Items on the menu. My favorites ate falafel wrap, best potato fries, fresh Carrot Cake and Chicken skewers platter...so reasonably priced.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great place for some mediterranean food in the city. Would highly recommend this place!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Delicious Mediterranean dishes and high quality ingredients

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

I really enjoyed the food! Probably one of the tastiest kofta I ve had! The cook was also super warm and welcoming, which was a bonus! You ll see me again!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

2 meals this week here, and both were absolutely great. Thanks for keeping us fed while we were working so hard.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

For anyone who doesn t work in the area, it s easy to miss this place which is more like an office canteen. But the food is so fresh and is better than most high end middle eastern places. I loved the falafel, halloumi wrap and the Greek salad. Quantities are great and the owner takes real pride in his food! The guy should get a tax break as he s doing community service by selling his food at this price!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Really good WHOLESOME Mediterranean Food. About 90% of the food is made from scratch and is oh so good! Had the Chicken Souvlaki Wrap with crispy fries and friend had a grilled vegetarian Halloumi Tomato Wrap with this mixed Bean Vegetarian Chilli 5/5 Tomateo Review!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Fantastic spot at the collab space off Merivale. Worth the visit, affordable and delicious.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Absolutely loved this meal. Had a simple burger and fries, worldly

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Absolutely amazing. Friendly and efficient service, delicious food, I would highly recommend popping in for a visit sometime!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Delicious, quality, good prices. Want to try more dishes!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing food! Cant wait to go back.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

I loved my experience here! Cozy decor, very warm owner, and DELICIOUS food (the best falafel, lamb, and rice Ive ever had). I dont live in Ottawa, but plan to return next visit for sure.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

The falafel wrap is amazing! And the fries are really well seasoned. 10/10

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

The most delicious food! Wonderful staff. My friend was visiting and is still talking about the food. Thank you for the delicious food and wonderful service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Had the Souvlaki chicken platter, chicken was fantastic and the Greek salad was very tasty. Owner was friendly. I will back with some colleagues.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing customer service, clean and quick! Food was delicious and ingredients werw fresh. Will be coming back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Hidden gem. Had the falafel wrap, fries, and Greek salad. Fantastic food!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Had a great lunch here after a colleague had recommended the spot. The owner was very friendly and food was cooked and seasoned perfectly. Will definitely put this into rotation with the usual lunch spots around here!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Amazing food. Super healthy and amazing variety. The owner is really nice and accomodating.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

This is a new restaurant at 70 Bongard. The owner is friendly and most of all knows how to accommodate a customer with special needs. The hamburgers are cooked to perfection, loaded with fried onions, mushrooms, catsup and anything else you want. I also order the salt and pepper wings which again is cooked just right. Perfect taste there is a great aroma which you dont often get when ordering wings. Any time I have asked for something special he has come through with flying colours.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Excellent Quality, friendly service!!!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Food was outstanding and service was excellent. I had the kafta wrap, which was so moist with such a good sauce. The hummus and baba ganoush was honestly the best I ve ever had. Looking forward to ordering a big takeout dinner for the family.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

A really special place! Wonderful food. Everything is delicious. The ambiance is relaxed and welcoming. Definitely recommend this place to everyone. We ll be eating here often!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Love the falafel wrap with halloumi cheese, and the Mediterranean burger. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

AMAZING. Food is delicious!!! Honestly the best Mediterranean food I have had in Ottawa. Had their Kafta wrap, Lamb Souvlaki platter, Chicken pasta, tabouleh, grilled haloumi wrap and more but none of them was a miss. All five out of five!!! They even sell peanut butter cookies and carrot cakes that are super yummy. And the owner is very friendly and accommodating. Never had a bad experience with them. Definitely try it out!!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Absolutely delicious food in a perfectly beautiful atmosphere! The host is amazing too! Highly recommend this hidden gem to everyone!