15188 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC V3R 3P1, Canada
Me and my partner decided to go for dinner at this restaurant for the very first time. The best food we ever had! It was amazing and delicious. Will definitely be back. Thank you :)
Layalina Restaurant in Surrey delivered an unforgettable dining experience for us. We visited with a remarkable young couple and enjoyed one of the most amazing meals we’ve had in a long time. From the moment we stepped inside, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, setting the tone for an exceptional evening. The menu at Layalina was diverse and thoughtfully curated, offering a wide range of authentic Middle Eastern dishes. Every dish we ordered was a masterpiece — perfectly balanced in flavor, beautifully presented, and prepared with evident care. The falafel was crisp and flavorful, the hummus was rich and creamy, and the mixed grill platter was a standout, featuring tender and perfectly seasoned meats. The desserts, especially the baklava, were the perfect ending to an already incredible meal. What truly set Layalina apart, however, was the service. Our waitress was attentive without being intrusive, ensuring that every need was met with a smile. The staff treated us like family, making us feel not just welcomed but truly cared for. It was clear they took pride in providing an experience as remarkable as the food itself. Layalina is a gem in Surrey, offering not just a meal but a celebration of hospitality and culinary excellence. Whether you’re with family, friends, or a special couple like we were, this restaurant is a must-visit. We’ll certainly be back to enjoy their incredible food and genuine warmth again soon!
I recently visited this restaurant expecting a delightful experience with fresh fish and traditional Iraqi dishes, but unfortunately, it was a complete disappointment. To start, the taste of the food was underwhelming at best. The fish was far from fresh, and the seasoning was either too bland or overpowering, making the entire meal unappetizing. As for the Iraqi dishes, they were poorly executed, lacking the authentic flavors you’d expect. The rice was dry, and the stews were bland, with little to no depth in taste. Service was another major issue. The staff seemed uninterested and inattentive, taking too long to bring the food out, and when they did, they forgot items we ordered. What made it worse was that the owner, rather than overseeing the restaurant’s operation, was in the back trying to fix a refrigerator during peak service hours. This lack of professionalism only added to the chaos and further delayed our experience. To top it off, the prices were absurdly high for the poor quality of both the food and service. It’s hard to justify paying such prices for a meal that was so far from satisfying. Overall, I would not recommend this place to anyone looking for good food or a pleasant dining experience. There are plenty of other restaurants offering better quality and service at more reasonable prices.
I came to this restaurant with my co-workers. The atmosphere inside the restaurant was very upscale and clean. A definite wow and good first impression. I believe the owner was serving us and he was very friendly and accommodating. I ordered the 2 skewers kebab grill platters and it was ok. The chicken and lamb were a bit tough and the veggies were charred more than I would like. My other co-workers ordered the chicken saj platter, chicken shawarma wrap and okra soup. They all agreed that even though it was a lot of food, the food itself was dry and/or too salty. Most of us agreed that even though the service and atmosphere was good, the food could have been better.
The food was below average I had in ages. We ordered the most popular dishes and my goodness. First they took a lot of time to bring in the food. And to top that the whole dish was burnt and extremely salty. We even informed the server but she didn’t do anything about it. We barely ate anything of the ordered food and just packed it off. The meat dish was tasteless and shouldn’t have been on the menu as it was like a home cooked dish where you throw in whatever is available on the counter. The fattoush salad was salty too. I have had similar food but much better taste at other places. However this place was a disappointment altogether. So pricy but not worth even half the amount. Btw the only halal thing is the lamb. Not going back ever!
Best ambience, good service, good Mediterranean style test and delicious, music, life performance weekends, good prices and free parking. Staff is helpful to suggest options and happy to customize your order. Also they have area to host party for 10 to 50 guests.
Hey, this place is awesome! The interior is gorgeous, and the staff are super friendly. You should definitely try to book a table before you go, though. There's limited parking outside the restaurant, but you might be able to find some on the street. It's definitely worth checking out!
It's an amazing restaurant. The food is so delicious. The management really cares about the customers. Very lovely atmosphere.♡♡♡
Delicious Middle Eastern cuisine, with the kindest owners/management.
We was there last Friday I had a great time eating delicious food at your restaurant. The waiter were committed to great service ( Jehan) she we re very friendly, and excellent job, The atmosphere was awesome and I definitely like that way you have very modern style
Bad service. I found a fly in the food plate
I was excited to order from.this restaurant as it was showing high end restaurant and lots of good review. I ordered for pickup and was craving kebab platter and fries. Unfortunately the kebab was dry, flavourless and the fries were the worse fries I ever tried. The price was very high for just one person. Not again I will believe reviews until I try for myself first before ordering for my large family.
I wasn t very happy, they couldn t make me a Caesar drink even though they had every type of hard alcohol you could imagine, Had no white wine, I ordered the most expensive lamb dinner, they didn t have the whole meal, wanted to substitute with something else which didn t happen and a very small portion of meat and some kind of beet that I did care for. Sorry but never again. Service was not there either, everyone at the table was half though there meal before mine came. Furthermore one of the girls wearing gloves was picking her teeth with a toothpick at the computer right in the middle of the restaurant, then back to work she went. Sad!!!
The worst taste of grilled food I have ever had in my life, unfortunately The last time he ate, he counted them
My experience was very bad and surprising, the restaurant made a lot of marketing videos that they serve authentic Iraqi food and unfortunately nothing was true The fish was not fresh and types of salads were executed badly nothing related to the original dish. The lentil soup was a joke you can t even taste lentil Adding to that the service not much better. I would recommend and I hope they get better Dear owner you don t need to get so intimidated by my review Yes I am from Iraq but I don t know you or have any idea who you are and I am not writing a review so I can get something out of you or wishing for a refund simply I am disappointed it took us around two hours to get to your restaurant yesterday we were craving for a masqouf and were hoping for something better the fish tasted like a frozen fish and that s my opinion I don t know how you make it around here but it sure doesn t taste like a fresh river fish, the lentil soup doesn t taste nothing like lentil soup back home so if I don t like your food you don t need to get intimidated and angry you should be more professional in replying to customers I am really surprised by your response instead of offering something better you act like you wanna start a fight Anyways I am sorry but it is just a food review nothing personal
An elegant restaurant, delicious food and excellent service. Good luck, God willing
Take out was delicious!!
A very tidy restaurant, the food was very good, exceeded expectations and cleanliness, and the service was very excellent, especially a very nice gift and honey. Thank you
Best Mediterranean Cuisine
Great service, professional and courteous staff! Amazing food! Thank-you
The food is amazing, the staff are so welcoming.
Number 1 middle East food I love to go there I go twice a week it s so delicious food
Friendly staf good service from Hiba Food is fresh and delicious
The restaurant is not trustworthy with his customers nor his employees
We went to this restaurant with hubby on Sunday evening. We were coming from Spa and decided to check it out. It was at 8pm. When we get there we waited 5 minutes for someone to come talk to us and give us a seat. When the server finally gets to receive us, the owner or the manager came quickly and said they can t get us seats because they are closing! We mentioned that it is 8pm and the restaurant closing is at midnight. But they refused to give us seats. In all of this we are black and African people. The only reason they refused to accept us is the colour of our skin! I don t recommend this restaurant to anyone who is black! People here are so racist! The worst thing, others people showed up with theirs women covered their heads and they were received with a big smile!! If you are a black person and you decide to go to this restaurant, please check out.. if you get a chance to be given a seat, check if you are being served fresh foods or reft overs! Very disappointing and shameful behaviour!!!
On October 13th, 2024, my wife and I were denied a table on the pretense that they were very busy and were closed. Yet their doors were open, and it was 8:00 pm, and their posted closing time is 12 midnight. There were some vacant tables, and I know the manager declined to admit us because we are black, unlike the rest of their Mediterranean/Arab customers that we could see. Racist attitudes are no way to run any business. It is a shame.
The tase was great.
I went on saturday with my friends, it was a nice experience, They had a singer and belly dancer, it was a bit loud for me, but a lot of people were enjoying their time. The food was good portion-wise; some were really good, some were ok. great staff very helpful and attentive.
The first step is amazing place for family and friends to have wonderful times and meals!!
Great food , great service and reasonable prices.
Amazing service and food
Really amazing service would highly recommend and if you do end up going here highly recommend to try the fish really amazing and worth every penny.
5 stars
Seems like their kitchen staff has changed. The grilled chicken and rice we ordered tasted horrible not taste or flavour .
First time here, my freind recommended it and we were blow away at the quality and taste of food!!! The service is amazing Ali was our server and provided excellent service. Portions are amazing here and the price is really good. Can t wait to return!
One of the fine dining restaurants in Vancouver
Taste was authentic. Made us feel at home!
Waitress her name is Nikola she is very bad and not respectful at all and she is so rude and give a really bad attitude
Highly recommended the best Middle East food
the service and the crew is super friendly, I I loved the place! It was very clean, and the staff were exceptionally friendly. However, I wasnt impressed with the food, dessert, or even the espresso. Theres room for improvement. Ill definitely return in the future and update my review. Please work on your food, as your establishment deserves to be visited. Cheers!
Very very friendly and polite staff. The food os top notch, highly recommended
We had a great experience! Food is delicious, best quality and large quantities, enough to share. We will certainly go back to try other menu items. Staff are very friendly and you feel at home! Recommended dishes: BBQ chicken and fish! Well done Layalina! Keep up the good work.
I recently visited Laylina Restaurant Surrey On Fraser Hwy & 152nd and unfortunately, my First time experience was far from pleasant. From the moment I walked in, I felt completely ignored. The staff didn t acknowledge my presence or offer a menu. It was as if I was invisible. Service: The lack of attention was disheartening. I waited for several minutes without anyone approaching my table. Not even a simple greeting. After waiting 25 mins my husband put a timer for 5 mins to see if we would get noticed. Timer went off and we stood up and walked right out and none even noticed or paid attention that we left. Food: I can t comment on the food quality because I never got the chance to order. The poor service overshadowed everything else. Ambiance: The restaurant itself seemed nice, but the atmosphere was ruined by the neglectful service.
The food here is absolutely amazinggg! The portions are also very large, worth every dollar.
Amazing
Food was great, very nice crew, awesome singer. But when we called to book the table, they said they have live bellydancer and charging $10 extra for that and she will start at 8:30, so we booked for 7 but at the restaurant they said she will com at 9, then they said at 9:30 and then they changed it to 10:45 and eventually she came at 11 while a few people already left. That was disappointing, other than that everything was great!
The food is okay, but the roasted chicken, took literally 1 hour waiting time, and too dry. Service was bad. The waiter had no idea what he was doing. The atmosphere was great tho.
It was a very positive first experience at this restaurant, my friend and I had an amazing dining experience....we walked in and the ambiance was bright and airy and the staff very welcoming...first thing we noticed was we were served a bottle of water each.....which from my experience is uncommon...as I am sure most restaurants use tap water ....Ahmed was our server and he was top notched ....he knew it was our first time and patiently answered our questions regarding menu items....we decided on the Fattoush salad which was fresh and tasty (my friend fell in love with the salad) .....and we ordered the Tikka Lamb platter and to our surprise Ahmed added a skewer kebob on the house which is a grounded version to try as he shared with us that it most popular.......well after a taste I must agree I can see why as it is perfectly spiced and grilled......and my friend said it was her favorite though the lamb tikka was delish too..I loved all the different pickled vegetables and grilled tomato and onion....and just fresh and healthy eating.....then again to our surprise at the end of the meal we were served two baklava and hot tea on the house as well..baklava was very tasty with a hint of cinnamon and honey sweetness......we really enjoyed our dining experience and will definitely go back to try other items on the menu .......oh by the way the washroom was squeaky clean ..........THANK YOU Ahmed for the wonderful lunch experience we had today...... Parking: There is parking behind and in front of the building.
Its the Best very clean, very good service and very friendly people if you like excellent Middle Eastern food this is the place to be.
Waste of money, will never come back again after the horrible experience.
I recently ordered from Layalina Restaurant, and I have to say, it was a fantastic experience. The food was incredibly delicious, with each dish packed full of authentic flavors. You can really tell they use high-quality ingredients.
The best masgouf fish The price is delicious Al-Aniyah and its dependencies are respectable The service is excellent The faces are funny Thanks
First time there with my Son and Daughter and family.Food was incredible and the service very attentive.Belly Dancer very talented attractive friendly and interactive.The band was awesome even though songs not in our language.Eyecandy interior and dance floor light show classy.Would definetley reccomend.Bring your appetite,servings very generous and it was well priced for the food and fun we had.Thank You for such a fine evening.
The service was not good at all. The music was way too loud and this caused our waiter too get our order wrong many times. The food was dry and the meat was rubbery. However, the worst part was when we were about to watch the belly dance the staff told us it would be $10 per person! Overall, I suggest you dont go to this restraunt.
Best restaurant in town
I have recently tried their kabab and let me tell you it was delicious and very different from other Iraqi restaurants in the Lower Mainland that brought nothing but disappointments. I will be looking forward to trying their other dishes. We were served by Ahmad who was very attentive and ensured we had everything we need to enjoy the food.
Nice restaurant for parties has dj & live music & belly dancer.
It was a very nice time Parking: Very good parking lot Kid-friendliness: Very friendly staff
Delecious authentic food , great service and pride in their cooking ,the fish was fresh from the tank to the grill. me and my family highly recommend this place it was a great experience
Incredible service by Ahmed , suggestions were perfect . The food was so amazing and it felt as if I was back In Beruit, Lebanon . I would recommend the restaurant to everyone for both the experience , the food and the service . I enjoyed our time so much with the family that we entirely forgot to take pictures . We definitely will return again and again . Thoroughly recommend going
Waited 45 minutes for the order to come, even though restaurant not packed disappointed , waitress attitude not good also - the roasted chicken was burnt Food
We had a combination of different dishes. The chicken, lamb and beef were very dry. Rice was good. Service was OK as the server may not be experienced with different types of wine. The music was great at the beginning, but after the fabulous bellydancer, the music became extremely monotonous and monotone. Definitely need more variety of bellydance tablas. They should perhaps have a selection of Dr. Samy Farag collections.
One of the best Mediterranean restaurants I ve ever been. Food was great and service was excellent.
The service was not that great... But the server did made a lot of effort... Atmosphere was little dead... The food was good... Must try once...
Fantastic food specially the fish is one of the kind !
Best halal restaurant in bc highly recommended
Very tasty food. Thank you Sabah Baghdadi. Food
The best Arabic restaurant I have tried in British Columbia. As someone from an Iraqi background, I can say that this restaurant is currently the only one in BC that serves Iraqi and Arabian food with perfect taste and recipes, and the staff is very nice, and the most important thing is that there are more than 40 free spots for free parking in front or behind the restaurant, and my favorite dish is the grilled Iraqi fish (Masgouf) + the beef shawarma, and the best appetizer I have tried is their hummus, which has the perfect texture and taste so this is my final review for this restaurant:- Food 5/5 Free parking 5/5 Hospitality 5/5 Prices 5/5 The Restaurant vibes 5/5
Food was very flavourful. I will definitely return and bring other friends to try this place. Parking: A few tight spaces in front of the restaurant that have only a 1 hour limit.
The service is bad, the prices are exaggerated, and the food is less than normal
Hit and miss, my advice check your receipt so you re not over charged. I was, and the food is the hit & miss, mine was burned and the beef not good, had a smell to it. I ve been here before and the food was good. However last night was terrible. The chicken Tikka Kabob was burned including the onion & tomato had black burned edges. My mom orders the Beef kebab and that was burned also and had a smell to it. The waiter was new and my receipt included an additional kebab I did not order. So I was over charged. Overall I was disappointed with the service more training is needed and manager can maybe jump in and assist. New waiter had a party of 14 and obviously too much for him.
I visited this restaurant 2 week ago, don t get tempted to biryani, if you are looking for Indian style, this is no way near. Ambience is good.Tashreeb lamb is good with tandoori roti, a different taste.
On behalf of St. Joseph Damascene Church we want to thank Layalina Restaurant for accommodating our group of over 80 people for lunch with excellent service and delicious food. The manager Dani went above and beyond to make sure all the meals were brought out hot and fresh. He made sure each person was satisfied and worked seamlessly with the chefs and waiters to ensure everything went as smooth as possible. Everyone raved about the superb quality and taste, which reminded them of home country in the Middle East. Well done guys and we will definitely be back, Maybe on one of the live music nights !!
Nice restaurant. Food is so tasty. Ready for serving Special private events and groups
Vegetarian options: So many Kid-friendliness: Very Wheelchair accessibility: Side ram and space to the lower sitting & bathroom
You wouldnt expect the interior to look so nice when looking at it from the outside. The portions were very large, I shared one chicken shawarma with my 2 kids and had left overs, although they loved the pita and ate a ton of it (free refills). They definitely did not skimp out on the meat! They mentioned having entertainment for the evening but it didnt start in the time that we were there. The falaffels were very fresh, extremely crispy.
The best
We had a great experience with Layalina restaurant yesterday. The food and service was amazing. Everyone there was soooo nice to us. Food : 5/5
Layalina Restaurant: this Mediterranean restaurant is a shining star of excellence in every aspect. From its spotless cleanliness and awesome friendly staff to its fabulous food and wonderful ambiance, it surpasses expectations at every turn. Whether as a seasoned foodie or simply seeking a memorable meal, or hosting a party, this is one dining destination we wont want to miss. Thank you, you are a five star!
Drove by few times and chatted with the staff. The restaurant wants to combine Middle Eastern food style with more western atmosphere. In my opinion, this always rejects lots of middle eastern customers who don t drink , don t watch belly dancers , those who have kids as this style is not kid friendly at all. Those who appreciate middle eastern style , Would realize it is fake authentic style . Food itself is ok , we did delivery few times and not bad quality. Vegetarian options: Few plates Dietary restrictions: Few options Parking: Free spots , could be limited Kid-friendliness: Not at all , well depends on the time . For sure not after 8 pm as they have loud music , show , dancer , alcohol etc Wheelchair accessibility: Accessible
Thank you Ahmad and Danny for the great service and your effort to accommodate my special request. I have tried the restaurant twice and my experience was amazing . The food was excellent and the staff was amazing . Definitely I give 5/5 and I ll be back.
this was a breath of fresh air for me beautiful restaurant wonderful fresh food served warm and my new favorite go to place ,lovely olive oil on their dishes the portions were abundant and absolutely delicious. The portions were great however the prices reflected that. But great experience definatly will recommend this place.
Had the beef shawarma, and it did not disappoint! Super filling, and delicious over all! Our waitress was also really great too.
Food was very good Service very good Number 1 arabic restaurant in Vancouver Food : 5/5
Amazing food
New hidden gem! We randomly found Layalina when looking for food in the area. The atmosphere and food were exquisite. We especially enjoyed the pistachio baklava which was like a sweet warm hug.
Exceptional Dining Experience I recently had the pleasure of dining at Layalina restaurant and was thoroughly impressed. From the moment I stepped through the door, the warm and inviting atmosphere set the tone for an exceptional evening. The menu offers a delightful selection of expertly crafted dishes that showcase the restaurants commitment to using fresh, high-quality ingredients. I opted for the mix barbeque, which was cooked to perfection and paired beautifully with the accompanying sides. The service was attentive and personalized, with the staff providing knowledgeable recommendations and ensuring my dining experience was nothing short of exceptional. Overall, Layalina restaurant is a true gem in the local culinary scene. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone seeking a memorable and delightful dining experience. Exceptional Dining Experience.
I went with my daughters for diner in the second day of Eid Fitr the service was great and fast. The food is so delicious I am a chef and when I say it is delicious I mean it. We had grilled Tawwok and Kabab, Chicken saj shawarma the portions are huge and plenty. I recommend this restaurant for your family gathering . They have a live DJ and singer every Saturday night. Vegetarian options: So many vegetarian choices Parking: Plenty of free parking Wheelchair accessibility: Access available
The food was amazing especially the grilled fish and chicken and service was great. Really enjoyed it. Definitely going back
Manager is great, food just ok. Service horrible. We received no side plates and napkins with our food. soft drink and the rest of the order never arrived to our table. They just said sorry. Poor service. My first and last visit.
The best owner and the food is
We had a great night at Layalina this Saturday! The manager and staff were nice and helpful. The food was generous and tasty, especially the chicken shawarma platter. We got completely shots too! The music was great. We had so much fun. It was a great cultural experience for my Canadian husband. We d recommend it and come back.
Layalina Restaurant in Surrey offers a delightful culinary experience with a diverse selection of kebabs and traditional dishes. The ambiance is enhanced by lively music, including belly dance performances, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the dining experience. A must-visit for those seeking delicious food paired with great entertainment.
Just the shawarma is fresh while the other food isnt fresh and not tasty and no fresh bread.
If there was no drink here, the place would be great
Good food and nice people
Recently we made a very big order from Layalina restaurant and it was amazing. We had a funeral which had over 250 people and ordered a very large amount of food and it was perfect. Every single dish was very well cooked, prepared, and was smoking hot when we got it. The prices are great, and the service they gave was fantastic. If anyones wanting to give this place a try it is absolutely worth it and I recommend this place 10/10. Thank you to Layalina Restaurant and all the restaurant staff for the wonderful service, excellent food, and moderate prices We had our condolences for the death of my mother, and Layalina Restaurant was the custodian of all the funeral supplies by feeding and serving more than 300 people. The food was delicious and served hot, and the service was more than wonderful. I advise anyone who has any occasion to visit and get to know the wonderful owners of the restaurant first, then for the rest of the details. Thank you, Brother Fares. The owner of the restaurant, brother Danny and all the employees
Super delicious food, good portions, good prices, live arabic music. Just need a little bit of improvement on the service and more training for the waiters Food
The interior of the restaurant is very beautiful, fabric tablecloths and beautiful dishes. But I didn t like the food at all. We ordered grilled lamb with rice and salad, the lamb had a very unpleasant smell of spoiled meat, we asked for a replacement and they brought us beef kebab, which was half burnt. Very expensive price for food.
Our first time and quite impressed
Highly recommended, delicious Shawrama and Hummus.
The food is just bad, at least the dishes we ordered (lamb shank and biryani rice with beef). Most of the food was reheated and didn t taste good. The portion sizes are small. I am not sure why others rate the place well, maybe the night atmosphere or parties, or other dishes are good. EDIT (response to owner s reply): It is very bold of you to assume that I am trying to ruin your restaurant s reputation on purpose. I am not an American, I am an Arab living in the US, and I was very excited to go to an Arabic restaurant. I didn t mention anywhere that the food was expensive, I mentioned that the portions are small compared to other Arab restaurants, but this isn t the main reason for my negative review. The main reason was that the food wasn t good. I finished my plate because I was hungry, but if you share the footage as you are claiming, you will see that my wife left most of her food (hers was worse than mine). Also, the fact that I am laughing at the table has nothing to do with the food and is frankly none of your business. I was just enjoying a conversation with my wife, I am not going to get depressed just because the food isn t good. Anyway, my sole purpose was to leave a review for other customers and for you to improve, but obviously you cannot take criticism and went out of your way to build a conspiracy theory around my review. I reduced my rating from 3 stars to 1 star after the owner s very offensive response.
The interior and atmosphere are very nice, but the food isn t good. I ordered biryani rice with beef and the beef tasted spoiled.
Well done guys! Pretty neat place and delicious food
best food in Vancouver the most welcoming staff very family friendly awesome vibes generous amount of food with whatever you order I would definitely recommend for anyone wanting good food and a good vibe!!
Chicken Platter is super pricey and not at all worth it . Extremely disappointed .
Amazing food and service
Very bad customer service and disrespectful manager. I was there once and I wish I never had been there.
It was alright, the service was very relaxed. Maybe it was a slow night. I would order the beef shawarma again but skip the lamb dishes.
We spent New Year Eve at this restaurant and we had so much fun. Great music and amazing food we will be back soon.
All in all is so good Parking: Lots of space at the plaza parking Kid-friendliness: Big place and so nice employees
It was an amazing experience of quality food, fine dining and joyful ambiance. Hats off to management
Very good food
Frankly speaking, it has a very nice atmosphere and I recommend it. This place brings back our memories of Dubai
First time in layalina restaurant amazing everything is perfect. Delicious food and good service. Thank you so much.
The service was more then awesome. Food Soooooooo delicious Good Job Food : 5/5
Fantastic new restaurant that serves authentic Iraqi restaueant! Great prices too ! Very friendly staff even though the service was slow! Could improve !
The atmosphere is something else and the food is excellent. It smells very fresh and clean in there . Parking: Theres lots more parking in the rear around where the liquor store is.
Very nice place Amazing food Welcoming staff Food : 5/5
Vegetarian options: Thanx Food
Great food overall. The portions, the flavor as well as the presentation. The decor of the restaurant is amazing and friendly staff. I can see there being good functions at this place. Came in for the first time so went with a safe choice being Chicken Saj with fries. Will definitely be coming back to try the lamb main course!! Also when does the live band come in? Id like to see night time dinner with the lights dimmed with the table lamps and live music, that would be a vibe!!
Enjoyed our evening of good food and entertainment.
Went for a birthday with 18 guests. The food was excellent and big portions for dinner. The roast chicken was enormous and delicious. Danny, the manager was very accommodating and helpful. We will be back.
Soo good food one of the best in town
The best place for dining and entertainment in Vancouver The best place for dining and entertainment in Vancouver
Best food, best service and atmosphere Thanks for everyone The waiters and the owner was so polite and helpful! Food : 5/5
The food was amazing and great customer service definitely will go back again
I had a great time with my friends, the food was was SUPER and the ambiance was awesome. For a moment I forgot that I was in Surrey. The songs and the live performances was simply good. Irrespective of what ethnicity you come from you must visit this place, you must book your table in advance.
A nice restaurant and good service. As for the food, there is little rice. A little is not enough, and also the drinks are very few. I hope to increase the quantity of rice and meat and take more care of the food, and God willing, there will be a move forward. The generosity in the restaurant will attract customers.
The best Middle Eastern restaurant in the lower mainland! The food is so authentic and delicious! The manager is so friendly and all the employees are very friendly too ! Highly recommend this gem !
Great food and great prices. They hav live music events on weekends
We got Lamb Uzi with Okra soup, which was super tender and lovely, Hummus was ok, and chicken saaj rap was not really the best. The service was good, the environment was clean and nice. They have music events and belly dance as well. Fair price. We paid for this mich food with the tip around $61. I would go back.
I couldn t resist the food. Excellent service. Very clean and comfortable chairs. Kids friendly. And easy to find a park for your car. Vegetarian options: Dolma Parking: easy to find a parking
Ordered takeout here a few times: roast chicken or grilled snapper fish, with fries and it s been delicious every time. Highly recommend this new gem to the area. Yummy food and nice people. Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp access
Hidden gem. The owner is super kind and the staff is very helpful and nice. Surprisingly amazing. They should work on making it more prominent from outside as its hardly noticeable due to its main buildings design i guess. Loved the food and cleanliness.
The restaurant is nice. They have live music and belly dance performances. The food was good. I am giving 4 star because the loud music. I can t tolerate that much loud music but if you like to explore arabic culture then you should visit
What an amazing experience at layalina restaurant in surrey! We tried this restaurant for the first time for my grandmother s 83rd birthday and a great time was had by all. They were so kind to set up a balloon bouquet at our table and then customize a family platter for us for a group of seven people and the food was absolutely delicious. The service was so genuine and wonderful that made the experience a lot more fun than we had anticipated. There is a live band on Saturday evening, as well as, a belly dancer (much later on the evening) and just the energy was absolutely incredible. Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp inside the restaurant!
Very delicious food and the boss is awesome.
What a unforgettable night at Layalina. We had a bellydance birthday party for our best friend. Restaurant were so kind to set up a birthday celebration slogan and balloon. Food was so authentic and delicious. Staffs were welcoming and kind. Dani, the manager of restaurant, was very professional and helpful. We will definitely come back soon! Highly recommended!
Great food and services. The go to spot to enjoy a perfect night of Arabic food, music and bellydance.
Best Middle East restaurant in Bc Thank you, guys Food
We had a good time on Saturday good food good prices good entertainment Arabic music live singer Nice place to spend good time with family and friends Vegetarian options: Salad and other Kid-friendliness: Family and children welcome Wheelchair accessibility: They have tables and ramp for wheelchairs
Great service but didnt like the taste of the food. Tried roast lamb, shish tawook, chicken shawarma and would not recommend any of them.
A beautiful restaurant and good food. Honestly, I and my family used to go to many restaurants, but I did not find the cleanest restaurant with the best food and the service is very good. I go there every week and I advise everyone to go there. The prices are really cheap and you feel good in Iraq and the food is good. May God bless them always.
Amazing restaurant with really good food. The presentation is impeccable and the food is on point. The bathrooms are gorgeous as well with water to clean next to the toilet. Will definitely come back Food
We had a fantastic dining experience at this restaurant. The grilled meat was incredibly delicious, and the weekend performances were exceptionally professional. The overall quality, including the ambiance and decor, was outstanding. We highly recommend this place! Dietary restrictions: The hummus at this place is out of this world, and their grilled fish and lamb are equally exceptional. The flavors of their grilled dishes are truly remarkable, making it a must-try for anyone who appreciates exquisite cuisine.
We had a party of over 100 people. The owner catered to make a successful and entertaining event with music and belly dances. We returned to the restaurant a couple of weeks later, the restaurant exuded a warm and inviting ambiance with excellent service. The food tantalized our taste buds with beef and lamb kebabs, and eggplant soup that left us craving for more. The grilled sea bass was perfectly cooked, and the baklava dessert was the perfect sweet ending. Overall, it was a fantastic Mediterranean dining experience that I highly recommend to anyone looking for authentic flavors and a welcoming atmosphere
Beautiful restaurant and amazing food! The service was top notch too!
Love it . The food was amazing , the service was great .. definitely going back Please keep it up Food
Its amazing please to eat there everything was great and amazing staff we enjoyed there its clean please to eat as well thank you again.
I am really glad that we finally have a good restaurant in Fleetwood that serves kebab! The food was healthy, fresh, and delicious. The kebabs were very juicy and the salads were fresh. I really appreciated the roasted tomatoes and onions with the Koobideh. Super clean and great staff. I ll go back on a Friday or Saturday for the live entertainment. I will definitely be going here or ordering take out from here regularly!
Very authentic
Very elegant and tastefully decorated. The waiter was very friendly and personable. I had the eggplant salad and the red snapper for dinner. It was a large amount of food - very fresh and delicious.would recommend
Its good
The food is good. But a lamb shank was served when we ordered roasted lamb, which was unexpected for the price we paid (more than 30 CAD) I was expecting a spicy roasted lamb Food
the food was really great me and my family liked the food so much and we will definitely visit again soon, and the customer service was amazing well done the worker Allen
I recommend this place to you because of the deliciousness of Iraqi kebab, masgouf fish, and Iraqi tarshi. Do not miss the joy of the experience.
Clean dining area and washrooms. Ample parking. Food was good and large portions.