El Gourmet Lebanese Market in Pickering

The shawarma platter was generous and full of flavour. And the music and atmosphere was very nice

Friendly staff!

My family and I enjoyed the Mixed Grill Family Platter (x3) with fattoush, pita, rice and fries. It was incredibly delicious and everyone was so happy with the flavour and how the meat was perfectly grilled. The fattoush was also their favourite and they all wished I ordered additional. next time =) Thank you to the chefs who took care of the order, we all appreciated it. I wish I took pictures but honestly we dove into lunch so quickly that none of us got a chance. I recommend giving this place a try - you will not be disappointed and you will LOVE the flavours.

Great and authentic Lebanese food. Shelves are fully stocked and variety is great. The only downfall I see is the services structure. One has to pay, at the cash, for take away meat sandwiches. This makes the four off traffic very awkward Wheelchair accessibility: Storefront shop

Fantastic shawarma, but be warned, if you order more than one item at a time, they will most likely get your order wrong, even when its not busy. Probably would have still given them 5 stars if the cashier didnt argue about it with me. The food is so good! Ive mostly been ordering shawarma sandwiches and plates and will be trying more. Arayes is next on the list.

A very pleasant atmosphere, full of culture and delicious traditional food. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy healthy and flavorful dishes! Special thanks to Ibrahim for his excellent service and kindness!

Everything here is top tier amazing food and all the staff are amazing

I went to their new location downtown in the Yonge-Bloor location. The food is delicious, and the quality is very high for an affordable price. I ve already been back twice, it really is a gem.

We have come here a few times and they never disappoint us. The food and hospitality is great. One of the hidden gems in Durham

Shawarma lovers, dont forget about this little place tucked away in a quiet plaza. Its your best bet for shawarma in Pickering!

My family and I have been living in Toronto for 4 years now, and finding authentic, high-quality Lebanese food has been a challenge. We were thrilled to discover El Gourmet, and even more so when they opened in Downtown Toronto (they are also available on Uber Eats!). I highly recommend it the food is absolutely delicious and impeccably clean. A big shoutout to Ali and Khalil, whose generosity, kindness, and professionalism make us feel a little closer to home every time we visit.

The best shawarma in Durham! Love the authenticity and simplicity of their shawarma sandwiches. The garlic sauce is absolutely delicious and is not like the other shawarma places where its too thick or too runny. Im glad they finally opened a great Lebanese restaurant/ food market. Now, I always come here for their shawarma sandwiches, highly recommend!!!

The staff is very attentive. The food is excellent. They packed our leftovers like it s a fresh meal. We ll enjoy tomorrow night. Wheelchair accessibility: Washroom is accessible.

Finally Authentic Lebanese way shawarma! I love it and the knafeh is must try! Visit their new branch in 820 church street!

We went to El Gourmet express 820 church street. One of the best shawarma in Toronto and their kunefe is very good.

Best authentic Lebanese Shawarma. Amazing food quality, taste, and prices. We tried their new location, El Gourmet express at Church Street in Toronto. Very recommended and very affordable prices. Kid-friendliness: Staff is amazing specially Chef Mohamad andl Mr Ali.

The shawarma sandwich at El Gourmet is as authentic Lebanese as it gets! I would highly recommend

I live within walking distance from this restaurant. A few days ago I walked in randomly and purchased their marinated shish tawook to BBQ at home, it was amazing. Today I stopped by to do some grocery shopping and to try their mixed grill and I have to say that I could not believe how tender their meat was and how tasty everything was. I also tried a drink called Jallab Im not sure what its made of tbh but ended up finishing a large bottle in 5 minutes. I dont recommend anyone going there as you will eat till you cant move lol but joking aside whoever helped me there if you read this, thank you and hope to see you guys soon.

Excellent experience at the Lebanese restaurant El Gourmet! The quality of the food is incredible, especially the kafta Machawi, a real delight. The service is both professional and attentive, always listening to customers. What makes the place even more special is the butchery section where one can buy tender meats and kafta prepared with flavorful spices. There is also a grocery store on site. A magical place where the warm welcome and smiles make you want to come back. A true pearl of Lebanese cuisine! Excellent experience at this Lebanese restaurant El Gourmet! The quality of the food is incredible, especially the Kafta Machawi absolutely delicious. The service is both professional and attentive, always making sure the customers are well taken care of. What makes this place even more special is the butcher section where you can buy tender meat and kafta, prepared with flavorful spices. There s also a grocery section on-site. A magical spot where the warm smiles and kindness of the staff make you want to come back again. A true gem of Lebanese cuisine!

Authentic Lebanese food with great service and friendly people. A must try! Went back again and the tawouk is the best in Toronto in GTA! So authentic and tasty, not to be missed

Absolutely a wonderful place to eat and shop. Their food is amazing and the service is always fabulous. This has become a go to store for us! Food

By far the absolute best shawarma in Ontario absolutely unreal I go 4 times a week for lunch

Very rude cashier and entitled staff.

Delicious food and very good service as well. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Excellent service and delicious food. Etab was very nice and a service oriented great person. Keep up the good work. Food : 5/5

Loved our visit to this restaurant / butcher / grocery store. The food was great. Abu Ali makes the best kibbeh niyyeh. Delicious.

It was wonderful, they explained and even suggested what to eat depending on what I wanted. Excellent service. Let me explain and have you come up with some suggestions to help you find out what youre asking. Its excellent. They explained to me and suggested that I eat according to what I wanted.

Fresh and healthy Shawarma with great taste. The chicken shawarma is the best if its taste.

Really love this place. Shawarma is amazing, and they do desserts and Lebanese groceries , fresh food and baked goods. Been coming here a week straight and have made it my go to lunch spot. The staff is amazing as well, very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend

The food was delicious, had cheese and zatar manakeesh alongside a foul breakfast bowl, it was very authentic and you can taste the quality ingredients and that they re prepared by talented staff! I will try the fatteh next time

Best middle eastern food/groceries in Ajax/Pickering

Me, my sister and my niece came in as we heard about Le Gourmet, the food was amazing. We got fatoush, taboule, shawerma, falafel and everything tasted amazing, like my mom made it the service is 100/10, the staff kept passing by asking us what we need, just amazing please come try it out and you wont be disappointed

Great food, chicken shawarma is always spot on. Ordered online. They also sell marinated meat, pita bread and other pastries, groceries etc.

The most delicious middle eastern Lebanese food, always so fresh, plus their kitchen sparkling clean, the owner very generous plus top of his job. Highly recommended The only place they don t charge tips too.

Thank you, Khalil and El Gourmet Team, for a fresh and delicious lunch. Loved it and will be back for more

We recently moved to Pickering and Ive ordered from El Gourmet on Uber eats 3 times in the past couple weeks. Their food is absolutely delicious! I cannot say enough good things about it. 10/10 would absolutely recommend!

Great food, great service and great prices. We had a large party and there was plenty of food to go around...highly recommend El Gourmet! Parking: Large lot easy to find parking

I genuinely recommend this place for its delicious food. The investment here is worthwhile, and the friendly staff truly make your experience enjoyable.

Recently visited the new downtown Toronto location. Staff were very welcoming and hospitable. Food was absolutely amazing and felt just like back home. I recommend the tawouk sandwich and the fatoush salad. So happy that they opened a new location and will definitely be back soon!

The best shawarma have ever had in downtown Toronto

El gourmet Express on 820 church street is very well presented and the food it on point, authentic Lebanese food, a huge plus is that they re open until 4 AM serving the best of the best.

Shawarma is very good

Since we moved to Toronto back in 2018, we have been searching for a shawarma joint in the GTA that served authentic shawarma that we are used to having back in Dubai, UAE - we finally found it at El Gourmet s newly opened downtown branch! Visit them now!

This was my first time in this downtown location on church st . Loved the chicken shawarma platter.amazing.generous and soooo tasty. I recommend everyone.

Really sweet place- lovely people and excellent food. The best of all was the love with which they treated us. We had a wonderful time! Vegetarian options: They have good choices. Dietary restrictions: They customize your plate for vegetarian

I liked the breakfast, Manakeesh and Falafel...also tried the dessert and Dubai chocolate..taste amazing

the food is great but had to take one star off because of the setting. i find the stark white and grandness of the store to be uninviting and unsettling

4+$ for this small cup average tasting cappuccino..hello no.. no wonder this place is always empty. My bad, I stopped here to get some coffee as I was in a rush.. so disappointing

Had a chicken shawarma at the new downtown Toronto branch. Hands down best shawarma I ve had here!!

Their new downtown location is amazing! Lovely atmosphere and great food, with excellent and friendly service!

Your typical Lebanese shawarma sandwich Simply the best After 22 years in Canada I never tasted a delicious chicken shawarma like this Also the beef yummy Food : 5/5 |

Amazing

Great shawarma..great service..

Glad a Lebanese market/restaurant opened in Pickering. Place has a nice atmosphere. Tried their shawarma when they opened and it was good, but unfortunately it went downhill. I tried a few times hoping it was a one off, but every time they put such little meat in the sandwich with so much bread, it s just dry. But it s priced well so I guess you get what you pay for! Staff is very friendly!

Love this place and it s In my neighbourhood. Food and personal service are beyond expectations. Had Beef Shawarma today and it was superb. Kudos to Ali and Ibrahim for bringing this venue to us. Shukran.

Great food, great service! Definitely try the chicken shawarma Lebanese style & fattoush salad

Lovely people! Amazing food :) Food

Great!

Good food, good staff and awesome atmosphere

Will definitely come again. Food was great!!

The staff was very friendly and had great service! Food was delicious and not too expensive as well. Dine in option was nice and the overall atmosphere was calm.

We finished the food before we could take a photo of them.

We ordered several of the mixed family platters for a family event, and everything was delicious. The portions were very generous, and the service was amazing. Everyone was so kind, friendly, and helpful. We wil definitely be returning! Thank you!

We ordered 3 chicken and mixed shawarma trays for a party and the food was absolutely amazing! They had the order ready on time and the shawarma was very fresh and a large quantity. It was also one of the best authentic shawarmas I ve tried for a very reasonable price.

Just tried the BOGO Falafel Sandwich with a cappuccino and a strawberry tart. The tarts were just made with fresh strawberries and were excellent. Service was very good and staff was very friendly. The Hostess/ cashier made the best cappuccino, was her first time making it. It was served served in an elegant coffee cup that made the market feel very high end. Nice market to take your time exploring the groccery items on shelves, lots o hidden gems if you dont take your time and go sliw My second visit to this location and definitely not my last

Had the Chicken Shawarma and it was sooooo good. Garlic sauce is the best! When I m in Pickering this will be my go to!! They have a really nice seating area too. Food

The food is very good ..we tried Tawooq and Kidta sandwiches both amazing.

Friendly staff. We got the family platter, so delicious!! Parking: Plaza has plenty of parking spots. Food : 5/5 |

Very friendly and welcoming staff. The food was delicious... The falafel was just what I wanted, pretty fresh and authentic. The chicken shawarma sandwich was delicious especially that the garlic was on point!

Ordered beef and chicken shawarma sandwich. They used quality ingredients and portions are huge. Although the restaurant is inside a grocery the place is clean. Overall, excellent food for a very good price!

I had an amazing dining experience at this Middle Eastern restaurant! The food was incredibly flavorful, with authentic dishes that tasted just like home. The hummus and falafel were fresh and perfectly spiced. The ambiance was warm and welcoming, and the staff was friendly and attentive. I ll definitely be coming back for more!

The food and service was exceptional and will definitely be returning.

We had the most incredible kibbeh nayeh, it tasted just like how they make it in Lebanon. The authenticity is incredible and it s a unique environment, the restaurant is in the middle of the store.

magnificence

Amazing!!!! Fan for life

The people are great, generous, full of courtesy and the food is very delicious. I highly recommend this food place . IBRAHIM, 3ITAB and the rest of the team, please guys, Keep up the great work

The chicken shawarma was a wonderful deal BOGO, the chicken was great, and the service was terrific Ill be going back for more! Thank you

Very good

I had a fantastic experience at El Gourmet Lebanese Market! I tried the Hummus and Tawouk plate with rice, and it was absolutely delicious. The hummus was smooth and flavorful, and the Tawouk was perfectly seasoned and tender. The portion size was generous, and the rice complemented the dish wonderfully. The staff was friendly and welcoming, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. I highly recommend El Gourmet to anyone looking for authentic and tasty Lebanese cuisine!

The food and service here is 10/10. We were a large group with lots of orders but they managed it well and in a timely manner. The food was delicious and fresh, with great portions. Special shout out to Safaa who was extremely helpful and kind in ensuring everyone got their orders and was well taken care of.

What a gem! Food is delicious and service is wonderful I ve been here several times and each time I ve loved it Food : 5/5

This place was great Safaa took our order and was very attentive and kind along with the owner Ibrahim he made sure we were taken care of.

The food was really delicious. We got the Mixed chicken and beef shawarma platter and it was plenty of food for just four of us (my wife and i and two young kids aged 5 & 7). The service was also great and the food came out on a long board that made it even more impressive (see picture). Great place, we would be happy to come again.

Went to visit this sweet little Lebanese grocer with my best friend on tuesday. She heard about a dish they have called kibbineyeh? Its supposedly difficult to find so thats what initially drawed us in. We were immediately greeted by warm and earnest faces. Nasreen, the beautiful lady at cash helped us out alot. Let me tell you right now, DONT let the size of this place scare you. It is a fairly small store but its jam packed with all the essentials. Basically a very efficiently maintained and compact grocer for middle eastern/Mediterranean cooking. I like that they have bakhour and oud roll ons and some shisha products as well. Theres a seating area for their in house shawarma and other deli items. I normally swear by one place for shawarma, but this place is my new favourite! They are a bit small and slender BUT its full of meat and all the fixings that go intl a shawarma. A plus is that they char your pita a bit before wrapping it up so you get a soft, yet crunchy bite. It will NOT dissapoint. Going back to the kibbiniyeh, a dish made of raw lamb meat marinated with spices and serves with mint, raw onions and tomatoes/pita bread. We have to ask for it since its an off menu item. Im not a huge fan of lamb but this was the s+++!! Literally melts on your mouth without the gamey flavor! One last thing i have to mention is their bakery. I didnt get a good look last time but i did buy a box of freshly made mamoul cookies. It was the BEST mamoul i ever ate. And honorable mentions to the store owner ( Ibrahim, i believe?). Thank you for going out of your way during your lunch break to help me find the coveted made in house pistachio chocolate bar! It was BLISS. So, SOO much better than the oasis treasures brand . Small tip: if you plan on ordering food you have to order at the cash area along with any other items youre purchasing.

Accidentally placed order for Maknek thinking it was a flat bread dish. Maknek was a very flavourful sausage. Something very unique. But the owner was kind enough to let us try the flat bread dish as well on the house which was so very fresh. Everything we ordered was good.

Love this place, we came all the way from Montreal just to try their manakish! The service and atmosphere is so nice too!

Awesome Shawarmas and pastries

Had the chicken shawarma and it was delicious! Very nice store and very friendly staff. Keep up the great work guys :)

Saw they had shawarma and well i just had to make a stop . Walked in and was amazed by the set up of this place! They have a grocery store on one side with all imported Lebanese goodies and then on the other side is the deli and the shawarma!! Cant wait to go back and get some more goodies !

The food is delicious and the staff is friendly and attentive. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great food and service!

I just found a gem in the heart of Pickering when I saw lot s of people going in and out of this store. It s an Authentic Lebanese store (with products from Lebanon), restaurant, butcher shop and sweets all-in-one. I bought Arayees (That I cannot find in other Arabic restaurants) and it was delicious. I will be going back to try other stuff on their menu like shawarma. Thank you for opening this store. I can see that they will be successful in long and will have more stores opening hopefully.

This place truly offers the best authentic Lebanese shawarmas I ve ever had. I m genuinely impressed with the quality and flavor. I m planning to order from them to cater my upcoming family party because I know everyone will love it. Plus, their prices are very affordable, making it an easy choice for any event.

Best food in town !! Authentic delicious Lebanese food !!! Beautiful atmosphere A must try !! Also can t rave enough about the chocolate filled with knafa

Amazing food amazing service best shawarma in Pickering

Highly recommended, best price, best quality, best restaurant, proud of you lebanese.

A stunning atmosphere, delicious authentic Lebanese cuisine.. you have to try this place !!

Absolutely loved the manouche at this new Lebanese restaurant! The flavors were authentic, fresh, and took me right back to Beirut. A must-try for anyone craving genuine Lebanese cuisine. Five stars!

Delicious food, reliable service, amazing staff, reasonable price, clean place, my family and I really enjoy everything in the restaurant.

Delicious food, reliable service, amazing staff, reasonable price, clean place, my family and I really enjoy everything in the restaurant.

A hidden gem in Pickering! The food and atmosphere were excellent and the service was great as well!

Authentic and affordable Highly recommended Food

Abu Alis mixed nayyeh platter was ! So good, clean and spiced properly. And the ladies at the front cashier were excellent. Return visit 100%.

Beautiful atmosphere and the food is amazing.

It was my first visit and they overcharged me. I bought Chicken Shawarma, its price was written $8.5 before tax but they charged me $9.5, when I asked why price is different, she pretended that she can t speak English, but before I placed the order, she was speaking fluently . First impression is last impression, I am not encouraged to visit again

I love it when you go to a place and ask them for shawarma done the original way and they know what you re talking about! Perfect shawarma

Thank you for an amazingly delicious meal! We really enjoyed the family platter and celebrating with your beautiful desserts for my aunts birthday

Best shwarma ever!

Excellent food and friendly service Parking: Plenty of parking Food : 5/5 |

Came for lunch and some essentials. Amazing food, great prices!! We had the mix grilled family platter and kibbeh. The food is delicious. And the service and staff are all amazing!! We want to thank you all so much for the amazing food and hospitality!!

Love this place for the best Arabic Lebanese food in Durham

Incredible food and amazing ambience. Worth trying. Best in GTA.

The food was excellent and the service was excellent. Loved it!

Best authentic Lebanese food I had in years. Transported me back to Lebanon and the true taste of Lebanese foo. Well priced and highly recommended

Loved the place, nice products from back home and a charming seating area to enjoy the delicious foods they prepare

If you re looking for authentic Lebanese cuisine with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, El Gourmet is the place to go. Whether you re a fan of Middle Eastern food or just looking to try something new, this restaurant will not disappoint. I ll definitely be returning soon! For the quality and quantity of food, the prices were very reasonable.

Amazing food! Great service! We will definitely be back!

So delicious shawarma thank you for amazing food see you soon

Came here for dinner with my sister, the food was amazing and Fresh. They also have a great selection of sweets available. Highly recommend everyone to check them out!

Amazing food, amazing service, great ambience! I stopped by for a quick dinner here and was pleasantly surprised by how wonderful the staff is, how fresh the food is and how clean the place is, even their washroom was clean! I will definitely be coming back more often! And the fact that they use Salaam Cola, makes me extra happy to support a new local business!

Good stuff and service

Kafta was delish and everyone there is all smiles great energy. I live far but I ll be back

Meat is great and so are their branded pantry items- blacks olives and makdous are top notch!

The best food and grocery store in the area, Safaa and Etab was so nice and welcoming, will definitely come back.

Great shawarmas. Amazing service. Great atmosphere, place is clean and well organized.

The beef shawarma tastes exactly as it should, which is rare to find in the GTA.

If you want to eat real Lebanese shawarma, this is the right place. The taste is amazing. Friendly staff, and nice service.

Really good falafel, stuffed perfectly, with all the traditional toppings Best stuffed grape leaves I have had in a long time Really great service. A welcome addition to Pickering Food : 5/5 |

This was amazing food.

High quality food. Sandwiches are yummy. Falafel, beef or chicken shawerma. Also the grilled chicken is so goo and clean. It looks ans smells like pasture chicken. Fresh and good quality.

Amazing food! and amazing value. I highly recommend the Manoushe Lahm and Manoushe Soujouk paired with cappuccino Dietary restrictions: Halal restaurant

Amazing place! Very friendly service and the food is delicious. Best falafels Ive tried in a long time.

Unfortunately there has been a lack of consistency with this place. They need to maintain this if they want to keep their customers. The first time I came and got their shawarma, it was absolutely amazing, filled with a good amount of chicken and toppings, as well some fries inside. Second time, they ran out of chicken.. Okay fair enough, it happens. The third time I came, the wraps were so small with barely any chicken inside of it and tasted bland. The chicken that was inside did not taste fresh and tasted like they cut up pieces of the rotisserie chicken and served it as shawarma chicken. The kunafa is also old and dry and not as appealing unfortunately. Youre better off going to the restaurant Kunafa for one. The young genteleman with the tats is the individual who served me and made the shawarma the first time I came. He had excellent customer service skills and made an amazing shawarma. I really wanted to give this place a solid review but theres a lot thats left to be desired.

We always say the most of the experience is about the service you get! We had a yummy beef shawarma here and a lovely Itab was checking on us to make sure all was good! Friendly staff, great food and we couldn t resist the delicious sweets on our way out See you soon!

The food is amazing and employees are so kind, will definitely recommend to all my friends.

The food is amazing especially their beef. Super tasty including their dessert. The staffs are so welcoming and sweet! For sure will be back again.

So worth going here. I went with my family and we ordered the mixed family platter and appetizers. Food was finger licking good. The kabobs are very flavourful and the dips are very delicious. Menu is very reasonably priced. We will definitely be coming back to eat. Customer service is amazing. Cashier was so sweet and very helpful. I will recommend this place to my family and friends for sure.

drove from Ottawa. best food hands down!!

Delicious food , had an amazing Cheese Manaeesh and Shawaram . Both tasted good , very generous.

Best experience every time definitely recommend

Amazing food and prices. The service is great too and nice dine-in area. They have Kunafa bars too! Will be coming back for sure.

Clean, friendly staff, great service, and delicious desserts! The kunafa, eclairs, fruit tarts, and chocolate cookies were so fresh and tasty, we had to try everything else. Pictured left to right are an eclair, walnut and date maamoul cookies, and an almond tart were also a hit. We ll definitely be back to try the savoury menu :)

What a disappointment. Tiny store, little merchandise, the sign is already torn, the fridge lamp already malfunctioning. We went based on reviews but they are simply misleading.

Really amazing Lebanese halal food at good prices

Excellent quality and reasonably priced!

Unbelievably tasty raw kafta and may I dare say, better than anywhere in Lebanon. Thanks to Abou Ali s magic mix of spices, fresh meat, and right amount of salt and pepper DELICIOUS. I was so surprised with my three kids who did not even come close to trying the same in Lebanon, dug in deep and ate a good amount and loved it. As to the shawarma, it s also excellent with high quality meat and amazing tarator (tahini) and fresh condiments. Toasted on the outside, its crunch is yummy. Recommend this restaurant/convenience market to anybody who values the succulent and authentic taste of Lebanese food. Finally, the date and walnut maamoul, courtesy of Le Gourmet, competes and even beats other well known Toronto and Montreal patisseries by far. Please pay them a visit, even if it s out of your way (we drive from Bayview Village to Pickering) and you won t regret it. Vegetarian options: Lots of vegetarian options such as hummus, baba ghannouj, tabbouleh, fattouch and many other options Parking: Easily accessible Kid-friendliness: Plenty of space for kids to enjoy Wheelchair accessibility: Accessible entrance and dining area

Delicious food, generous workers.

Everything is soooo delicious here! The service is great too. I recommend the kibbi and manakesh.

Amazing experience, delicious food, friendly staff. Highly recommended.

Its looks busy and food smells good .Kunafa is good

Most authentic Lebanese restaurant in the GTA! Highly recommend

Delicious food and amazing staff. Loved their shish tawook, kibbeh, fatoush, and lahme b ajeen. Definitely recommend giving this spot a try! made me feel like I was back in beirut!

This is an amazing, great, new place. Authentic food, and today we got a promotion. We got falafel sandwiches, and I also tried baba ganoush, and my wife ordered one berry tart, and one chocolate eclair, and everything was amazing. Absolutely recommend. This is a legit place, extremely clean, and there is a home feeling to it, like a little piece of Lebanon, where we would wish to travel one day. Thank you for having us. People are absolutely lovely, welcoming us like family. Thank you.

10/10 I love this place, food is delicious, their premarinated meat is so good and so fresh! I always have a hard time finding pre-marinated meat that s fresh but I never have to worry any more! Of course their customer service is excellent very attentive and kind!

Best place in pickering

Food was very tasty, portions were a good size and affordable

Amazing and friendly staff. Great food options and taste amazing. Zaatar & Cheese Wonderful yummy sweets & more!!!

Never been there, wanted to given the high reviews but when I reviewed the prices listed on the menu they were extremely high without any valid reason. For example a zaater pie is sold for $4.35, the cost for one piece at highest possible is not more than 25 cents yet it is sold for $4.35, never seen such ripoff prices before. And this goes for the rest of the menu.

We ve ordered from El Gourmet and the chicken shawarma was delicious as well as the manaeesh. Delivery service was also great.

Nice restaurant, located inside a store. Amazing Lebanese food and friendly staff.

Great place for Mediterranean food very nice welcoming People

Nestled in the heart of Ajax, El Gourmet offers a culinary journey to Lebanon with its authentic flavors and warm hospitality. Staff are super friendly and are eager to assist. The prepared food section is a true delight for the senses. From savory falafel and creamy hummus to juicy shawarma and tender kebabs, each dish is prepared with care. The flavors are bold and authentic, true to the rich culinary heritage of Lebanon. One cannot miss the bakery and coffee section, where a display of freshly baked bread, pastries, and lattes that seemingly complement each other. The traditional flatbreads are a must-try, especially when paired with flavorful dips and spreads. El Gourmet is a hidden gem of Ajax. A must-visit destination. You will be won t be disappointed.

Best food best service and they are all friendly and so nice strongly recommending going ther

You have to eat here, the food is amazing! Came all the way from London to try their food and it did not disappoint. Everything is made the Lebanese traditional way. Will be back very soon!

Great experience. I live in the GTA area where I don t find it easy to have AUTHENTIC Lebanese food, I was craving kebbe nayye for a long time so I decided to go all the way to Pickering to give it a try. We had kebbe nayye, tabboule, soujouk hummus and chicken shawarma. Everything was amazing and made the Lebanese way. My absolute favorite was the kebbe nayye and soujouk, they were more than amazing. The prices are super reasonable, the quality is amazing, the taste is great, and their staff is super nice, they also have lebanese music in the background- overall perfect experience. They also have many groceries specific to lebanese cuisine and this was also great. I totally recommend everyone to go check them out and try their food if you re looking for a great Lebanese experience

A very clean store, delicious meal and wonderful friendly service. Will definitely come back.

My first time eating at El Gourmet and I cant wait for my second time!!! The staff is always friendly , even letting me sample the very flavourful authentic Lebanese Coffee. I am vegetarian and had the traditional Falafel with mint.. beautiful flavours, great value , and the biggest smiles from the staff. Currently, they have a chicken shawarma special on.. BOGO !! I highly suggest trying them out

10/10 best service, delicious food! will be back. such a great deal for two chicken shawarmas. you must try!

I came here a few weeks ago for lunch with my coworkers, and everything was great! I tried the chicken shawarma, and it was really good :) The price of everything also seemed reasonable. All the employees were also super kind and helpful! Ive also gone back to try their chocolate and kunafa, both of which were just as good. Id definitely recommend giving it a visit!!

Delicious!

Love it, cant stay away. Addicted to the tasty food.

Staff are very nice, Food is delicious, they have a great arabic food variety and the lamp meat from the butcher is really good. I am so happy to have this store at pickering

Great food and fantastic friendly service! Love this place

Wonderfull and friendly staff. Good and delicious food. Very clean place. We love it Nina

Chicken tawook is great

Had the Tawook Shawarma and it was Highly recommend. Owner was nice and polite.

V well designed and managed Pure Arabic taste because chef was Arabic too so they are professionals Dinings good for family Food : 5/5

Tried their mini pizzas on recommendation of my brother at SOHO CONSTRUCTION. And oh my god!! The best mini pizzas ever, so tasty and flavourful. Can t wait to try more of their food!!

Absolutely enjoyed the shawarmas. Authentic Lebanese style with fries and toum! Also tried their eclair and maamoul, both were exceptional. Highly recommend giving this place a try.

Excellent shawarma and baked goods. Tried mahmool, chocolate eclair and rice pudding. Great customer service.

Authentic and amazing shawarmas that reminded me of the ones I grew up eating in the Middle East. Will definitely be back to try more food.

Amazing food, great customer service and atmosphere. Highly recommend!

The food is truly remarkable, the service is impeccable, and the ambiance is quite delightful

The best Lebanese market in Ontario has everything you need, including groceries, AAA meats and restaurant menu choices!

Best quality shawarma and meats, closest Ive had to back home!!

Amazing and delicious food!

Very tasty & fresh

Went there to try the chicken shawarma and beef shawarma, both had great flavour, very good quality meat, toppings were very fresh. Make sure to place order at cashier and say which toppings, and pick at the food station. Tried also the pastry and chocolate, very good. The store also has shelf items, I bought olive oil (from Palestine), yet to try, heard it s good, will post review once I try. Overall very good quality, friendly staff

Great Lebanese food

If you are craving the authentic Lebanese taste... this is the place to go to. Delicious food and excellent service. On top of that, Safa took her time to show me around and recommended few items. Highly recommended. Food

Awesome time with the family. Food was delicious and service was great. Will be back again

Id heard about Kibbeh Nayyeh in the past and had been very intrigued by it but never had the opportunity to try it. So when I saw on Tik Tok about El Gourmet having it, I jumped on the opportunity and drove all the way across GTA to try it. And it did NOT disappoint. FYI, its not on their menu. You have to ask they cashier and theyll make it for you. I guess its not too different from beef Tartar. But it was just amazing in its simplicity and freshness. Absolutely enjoyed it. They also have the Dubai viral chocolate. And the store overall is French Marketplace inspired and is very aesthetically decorated. The service was really amazing as well. Special shoutout to Safa for being so hospitable and welcoming for our first experience there.

Disappointed from the experience

Great place

I don t write reviews much but this spot is really great - super friendly, Lebanese hospitality from the moment you walk in they have a small bakery, some packaged goods, a butcher shop and a mini quick service restaurant. On this occasion we tried the falafel and chicken shawarma sandwiches which happened to be 2 for 1 that day. Both were great, in particular, the shawarma is as close as you can get to Lebanon that I ve tasted in Canada highly recommend and wish them El Gourmet all the best.

Food is awesome, cozy place and the staff are friendly and always do their best. Dont forget to try the shawarma chicken is the best.

El Gourmet Lebanese Market A 5-Star Shopping Experience! El Gourmet Lebanese Market, which opened just a few months ago, has quickly become my go-to destination for all things Halal and Lebanese. This store truly has everything you need, from groceries and a top-notch butcher to a fantastic dairy selection. The variety and quality of products are outstanding. One of the highlights for me was discovering their homemade Makdous. I was pleasantly surprised to find that you can choose the exact amount you need in grams, making it easy to get just the right portion. Their fresh take-home meals are also a game-changer, offering delicious, authentic Lebanese cuisine ready to enjoy at home. The store itself is beautifully designed, with a calming blue color scheme and clear, well-placed signs that make shopping a breeze. There s even a dining area if you want to enjoy your meal right there. For those who enjoy shisha, they have a large section dedicated to shisha accessories, which is a unique and welcome addition. El Gourmet Lebanese Market is a fantastic addition to the community, offering a shopping experience that s both convenient and delightful. Whether you re looking for Halal groceries, fresh meals, or specialty Lebanese products, this is the place to go. I highly recommend it! THIS IS ALI NOOR & THIS IS MY REVIEW Parking: A lot and free Kid-friendliness: Open space concept Wheelchair accessibility: Easy to access

This place deserves 5 star !

We ordered the chicken shawarma on two different days and the chicken was very dry from inside. Wouldn t recommend for chicken shawarma