1606 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 3A7, Canada
At our restaurant, we take immense pride in bringing the diverse and vibrant flavours of Afghanistan right to your plate. Every dish we serve is a testament to the rich culinary tradition of this remarkable region, prepared with care and commitment to authenticity. From aromatic pilafs to tender kebabs, our chefs painstakingly source only the freshest ingredients and follow time-honoured recipes to ensure the true essence of Afghan cuisine shines through. With each bite, you'll savour the fragrant spices, fresh herbs, and top-quality produce that make Afghan food a distinct culinary experience. Join us to embark on a unique gastronomic journey where tradition meets freshness in every dish we serve.
We looked forward to trying Mazadar, and while we opted for takeout, we were not disappointed! Extremely good! Also, while we didn’t eat in the restaurant it looked very nice when we came in to grab our order
Amazing Afghan cuisine! You get unlimited fresh bread, that is the best I had. Food is great and service as well. I love the decorations. Great job!
Menu here is small but packs a punch. The Afghani dishes here taste authentic with a home-style flavour. Worth a visit
Cozy spot for authentic Afghan cuisine! Expect generous portions of delicious food. The crispy Fish Bites were the standout item ⭐️ Friendly service — will definitely be back!
This is a hidden gem. Delicious food, fair prices, and great ambiance. You can park easily and for free at the McDonalds nearby also. The server was super friendly and served us not one but two free portions of the delicious hot fresh Afghan bread with an addictively delicious garlic yogurt dip. Would go again 100%.
This place serves delicious Afghan dishes with nice food presentations, very attentive staff, excellent customer service, the food came pretty quick too, the interior is like old school fancy lol, overall a good dine in experience!
this place is amazing!!!! we came here after Kygo got rained out and they were so kind and the food is FAB. - the fish cheeks were so good. i have never had fish chips so good and i was so into it - the chicken kebab was so juicy and tender - their sauces were fantastic! they gave us a ton of free food as well (eggplant, bread, and extra chicken). i love this place and woke up the next day dreaming about it
This place is next level! It made my night it was so good! The bread, rice and chicken kabobs were the best I have ever had! Even if you don’t traditionally go for Afghan/Med. food, try this place! Definitely go and don’t be deceived by the humble looking exterior—Mazadar is the best!
Food was delicious and had excellent service.
Good experience
Good experience
The staff are friendly. The food was good and the staff were fast.
Best food in town with great service, the cozy restaurant ambiance is top. Perfect
Best Afghan restaurant Ive ever been to. Will definitely be back soon :)
It was nice experience
I strongly recommend this restaurant for it s quality of food
The staff were so kind and their food was delicious!! I tried their eggplant bajaan and it was to die for. Easily the best eggplant I ve ever had (sorry mom) Dietary restrictions: They have halal, vegetarian and vegans options!
Fresh bread and great kebabs
Amazing customer service
Nice and friendly services here. Always 5 stars
The service was welcoming, very friendly and helpful with food recommendations, as well as very prompt and speedy. The food was plentiful and very tasty, well seasoned but not spicy hot other than a freshly made pepper dipping sauce that the waiter recommended. The lamb chops, the basa fish bites and the seasoned Qabli rice as well as the hot, freshly-made bread, were all amazing. Try the ginger lemonade too! I would definitely go again!
Very bad service. Very bad Behavior
I absolutely love this Afghan restaurant! They offer halal food, which is perfect for us Muslims. Everything we tried was delicious. We started with the house pita, which was so tasty. The Mantu was spectacular, and their special house drinks are a must-try, especially the ginger lemonade so refreshing! For my main dish, I opted for the beef kofta, and it came with rice and salad. It was exceptionally delicious!
Best Afghan Restaurant in Toronto! I went here with my friend and we loved the food! We got lamb chops and their delicious Qabuli rice. Must visit 10/10
Hands down best kebab in Toronto! Super juicy, flavourful and high quality. The service was very friendly and timely. Would definitely recommend
Excellent, homey, amazing quality food with generous portions and some of the sweetest and most genuine service Ive had in a long time. Strongly recommend.
Manto was good. The quilty of barge kebab was not good. The beef was hard to chew.
Went for dinner! All the food was amazing, portions were large and the staff was very friendly! Would recommend the eggplant! Will be coming back.
A hidden gem of a restaurant! Weve been here a couple of times and the food is always so fresh and well-prepared (especially the Afghan bread and fish bites!). The staff are incredibly kind too, and often offer something extra on the house. If we lived in the area this would absolutely be a weeknight staple, but for now well be bringing our friends and family here whenever we want to show off the best of Toronto!
It was a nice experience. Foods were juicy and tasty. We liked it.
Great food and service!
Great food, friendly staff! Would highly recommend the eggplant appetizer, although all the food was delicious.
Great experience! Highly recommend!
We loved the lamb chops! So juicy so tender, can t wait to visit again!
A must visit! The best Afghan food in Toronto
Hands down best food and service in the town . #mostrecommended Food : 5/5
very good
Service was amazing. Ordered the mantu to start it was incredibly fresh. Mains were beef kofta plate and lamb chops plate - both savoury and delicious. The complimentary bread was lovely. Highly recommend this restaurant.
This is good place for foods
Its my first try on Afgani food. Its really good and I love the ambiance. Food is really good and the service is top notch. Most recommended.
Loved the food - try the kebabs, bolani (flatbread with stuffed potatoes), and lychee strawberry drink!!
Stumbled on this restaurant before a concert and wow! The food was incredible, we got the fish bites to start and the Sultani plate and chapels kebab place. All was excellent! The portions were huge as well. They also give you this freshly baked bread that I ordered seconds of. Will definitely be back before any concert at history.
Very good experience dinning here, excellent food, reasonably priced and the young waitress was very kind and attentive. Will go back for the food, the staff truly made it a memorable experience.
Nice and quick
Amazing food! Great service and probably the best Taziki sauce I have ever had! Don t miss out on this hidden gem!
perfect barg kabab thank you guys Food
One of the best meals I ve tried in a long time. Muniss gave us the best customer service, amazing atmosphere, and good food. The bread was soft, hot and fresh. Food was made fresh. 10/10. Will definitely come back again!
Best spot in the city
Amazing!
Good
The service here was amazing, very attentive staff, we shared 3 appetizers and a main between 3 people and were full! All the food was amazing, highly recommended!
I was craving Afghan food today and found this place online. The menu on the website looked great, so I grabbed my kid and a street car, to make the 30 minute trip here. The food was so worth it!! Fresh, authentic and just like what I was craving ! My son loved the naan and dip and I ve never seen him eat a dip with so much eagerness (he is 3.5 so they are picky) ! Great place and friendly staff Vegetarian options: They have many
Very good food. Nice vibe and good service! Definitely recommend Dietary restrictions: Wonderful! Food : 5/5 |
Great food and friendly service every time
I m surprised this place has good reviews. The food was OK, the service was horrible. Empty restaurant, server didn t even say hi, and stuffed all 5 of us in a corner when there were bigger spaces available. The restaurant was empty! The starting bread was amazing, so that deserves some stars. We didn t get a water refill, server didn t check on us AT ALL! She didn t even take the dirty plates that we were done with before the mains. Server was just plain rude.
Best Afghan Food in the city. Must try!!
NICE Staff: Srijan is awesome :)
Great food, great portions, and great vibes. Everything was fresh, freshly made, and perfectly cooked. Will be coming back.
Unbelievable food and service . We ordered every type of play and everything was fantastic. Must go!!
A hidden gem! Popped in here before a show at History and we were not disappointed. The service was very quick and the food was so fresh and flavourful. Will definitely be returning!
We stumbled across this gem today coz of bad weather and man the food is delicious!!! The place filled up unexpectedly but they did an amazing job preparing and serving everyone quickly! Highly recommend!!
Great spot
Really good food loved it.
Horrible food, never had afghani food like this before. Service was awful, only ones in the restaurant, took over an hour to get appetizers, which were below par. If you want to waste your time, money and ruin taste buds then this place is must come. Otherwise run far away.
Sooo delicious, definitely try the lamb and the eggplant! They make the bread fresh and the owner is super friendly. Will be back!
Beware. As you enter - you can smell the mold and dampness. This restaurant serves very old expired meat. My friend Barbara and I went there and ordered the t-bone steak. They said they didn t have any. Then we ordered Mantu, beef Kebob and rice and salad For drinks we had blueberry and dragonfruit mocktails. $8 for sprite with weird flavour. The mantu and been Kebob were terrible. I m so glad we didn t get sick
Very cordial greeting. Very taste foods. Overall atmosphere of the restaurant is wonderful.
Should be a ghost kitchen. The food is good but the service is the worst I ve experienced in quite some time. They are woefully understaffed.
Incredible food!! Seriously could not recommend enough!!
We were in the area from NY, my husband saw it has over 4.5 stars thought it has good food. Clearly 5star reviews posted by non Afghans or family/friends of the owner because the food was nothing like afghani. We ordered mantu, bolani, chicken kebab plate , shish kebab plate and French fries. The only thing was little close to authentic French fries. Mantu was uncooked, so was bolani ( very small for the price ).Chicken, beef and rice didn t have salt, seasonings at all. Chicken was hard and dry so was beef( they cooked it on the pan instead of grill as it should be).At then end she brought the bread, after we were done and disappointed with horrible food. I hoped maybe bread would be little better but it was even worse . Usually bread dough has yeast, when you keep dough for too long ( I m talking about over a week) bread tastes bitter ( in Farsi we say talgh). All the employees were Spanish so I m not surprised they were serving food that doesn t taste 1% like Afghani. I asked the employee to speak to the manager, she said he is gone and won t answer his phone. When people pay with real money, at least serve them real food. Save your money, time and mood go somewhere else. I posted picture of our food, you can tell uncooked mantu and bread, nothing like perfect pictures we saw on reviews We were hungry had to eat at least salad. Empty place, not surprised why nobody dines in . Horrible food, worse customer service.
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I recently had the pleasure of trying chicken kofta, and it was an absolute delight. The dish featured perfectly seasoned chicken meatballs that were tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. The blend of spices used in the kofta was impeccable, creating a harmonious balance that was both aromatic and delicious.
Very friendly, welcoming, and accommodating staff! I enjoyed my chicken kabob plate and the bread was delicious.
Very good sultani kebab and nice service. What more can you want.
The food was nice I enjoyed.
Vegetarian options: Falafel was amazing wife loved Food
Our football team had an amazing experience here The ambiance was perfect for our group, and the food was absolutely delicious with a great variety to choose from. The service was impeccable; the staff were attentive and friendly, making sure we had everything we needed and its very easy to get to with the street car being in front of the place
Place was fire, not a single thing bad thing about the restaurant. Atmosphere was nice. Service was impeccable, and the food has to be one of the best meals I have ever had in my life. Vegetarian options: Countless vegetarian and vegan options for everyone. Dietary restrictions: Tons and tons of Halal options.
Amazing experience halal options amazing tasting food Vegetarian options: Falafel salad eveyghjng a vegetarian would need and want Dietary restrictions: Staff is very understating and listens
Had an amazing dinner after our beach day! The people were wonderful, and the food was delicious with large portions. The location is fantastic, close to both the streetcar and the beach. Highly recommend!
Great to have this place in the neighborhood. Food was excellent, the fresh bread is just amazing! Just try to not over do it with the news and enjoy the rest of your meal. A definite recommend.
Very tasty food!
Went here with my wife and had a phenomenal experience. The food and signature sauce is extremely good & addicting. Thank you Mazadar!
Incredibly delicious! I got the Bolani and Chicken Kebab Plate - everything was so fresh and made to order. Would definitely return and recommend to friends. 4 Stars for service because it seemed a bit understaffed and other tables were waiting a while for food. No complaints on my end!
Delicious - dropped in randomly and really enjoyed it
Wife and I were hungry and wanted to try something new. We are Afghan and wanted some home cookin . We tried the Mantu for appetizers, the dumplings were filled with flavorful ground beef with a nice yogurt sauce on top. For dinner, my wife had the Soltani Kabob, which was juicy a full of flavor. I had the lamb chops and they were amazing! Some of the best I ve had. Delicious flavor and tender! The rice was aromatic and fluffy, went perfect with our protein. Def will be back when we are back in Toronto!
Mazadar in Toronto is an absolute gem for anyone looking to experience authentic Afghan cuisine. From the moment you step in, you re greeted with warm hospitality that makes you feel right at home. The ambiance is cozy and beautifully decorated, setting the perfect mood for a great dining experience. The food is nothing short of spectacular. Every dish is packed with rich flavors and cooked to perfection. The lamb kebabs are incredibly tender and juicy, and the mantu (Afghan dumplings) are a must-try delicate, flavorful, and unlike anything else in the city. Their naan is always fresh and pairs perfectly with the wide variety of dishes on offer. What truly stands out is the attention to detail. The ingredients are fresh, and the spices are balanced perfectly, giving you an authentic taste of Afghanistan. The service is prompt, and the staff is always eager to recommend dishes if you re unsure what to order. Mazadar is not just a restaurant; it s an experience. Whether you re new to Afghan cuisine or a longtime fan, this place will leave you wanting more. Highly recommended for anyone in Toronto looking for a unique and delicious dining experience!
If youre looking for authentic Afghan cuisine, Mazadar restaurant is a must-visit. The Kabuli Pulao was perfectly seasoned, and the lamb was incredibly tender. The Mantu dumplings were flavorful, with a great balance of spices. The ambiance is warm and welcoming, and the service is top-notch. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a taste of Afghanistan!
Amazing hidden Gem. Hot honey bun, chili chicken fries and milkshake was 10/10. Prices amazing and food even better
I went here with my boyfriend. Amazing food. Amazing service. Our server wayce was amazing! We definitely recommend this place. Only complaint was the music.
Excellent service! Kid-friendliness: They were very accommodating to my children! Food : 5/5 |
Very happy with the food, service and experience! Been here many times and will be back! Dietary restrictions: Healthy
Tasted pretty good
Ordered lamb main course! Everything was absolutely delicious. Simple dish packed with flavour. Rice was silky with a nice bite with sumac. The lamb was juicy and smoky! The garden salad had a nice citrus vibe. The waitress Sana rocked her first day and Farid was the cook, holly moly the food was so tasty
The food was good and the people that hold down the fort were better. The flod came in super quick even though it was rush hour but still the taste was a 10/10. Will visit soon again
So excellent. Really attentive service and really great food!
Amazing service and staff
I dined at this restaurant this week with high expectations due to its great reviews. However, the slow customer service fell below expectations. It took about 20 minutes to place an order, despite the restaurant not being busy. The food took another 20-25 minutes to arrive. So imagine arriving to a restaurant and youre waiting 40 min+ just for food, even though the place is not busy. The worst part was one of our foods that included tomato tasted like burnt tomato. Another example was that the fries we ordered took 45 minutes to also come...it doesnt take 45 min to make fries, guys. The food itself was decent (7.5/10, nothing outstanding). Not the best dine-in experience.
Great tasting bread!
I ordered the lamb chops and they cooked perfectly !!
Nice place decent service but food lacked any real taste. Had the lamb chops and chicken kabab pieces. Both very bland and not recommended, side salad and onions did not go well with the meat either. Bread was however freshly baked and the best part of the meal.
The ambience was good and the guy Manish he made the dine in experience more wonderful
We had Mantu and lamb chops. Absolutely amazing. Lamb chops were perfectly charred, an absolute delight! Definitely coming back here.
It was amamzing Vegetarian options: It was fabulous and absolutely scrumptious Food : 5/5 |
The staff is very friendly, the food awsome and good price.
Everything was amazing, that young girl Marlene such a good service.
I recently had dinner with my family at an Afghan restaurant for the first time. The staff was incredibly quick, and Marlene was exceptionally friendly. I absolutely loved the lamb chops .
Vegetarian options: good Food
Service was beyond slow!!
Srijan Khanal Was served the food his service was good.
It was delicious, definitely recommend. The bread is just Amazing.
Delicious newly open Afghan restaurant. I enjoyed it. I ordered Sultani dish of Beef which comes with rice (and/or Afghani bread) and salad. Service by Faiza was also Great! To be recommended restaurant.
Amazing food and friendly staff! Dink sent us :)
I had the best time, the food was great, the customer service was fantastic and always checked on my friends and I to make sure we were good. I would highly recommend. Parking: Parking was fine.
Amazing food and service, cant go wrong here. Vegetarian options: Great tasting vegetarian options Food : 5/5 |
Went here for a friend s birthday, very delicious food and very friendly service/staff!
Awesome resultant, the food is heaven.
Amazing food and amazing staff as well. Naveed is the best!
Mazadar kabab is very testy and fresh its the best in east and weast dont for get guys wellcome and try free tesy
I had an amazing experience today while i was so starving.Im completely satisfied and love their food especially the two cooks who cooks and served for me and my friends .i will recommend all guys to go there and have fun
They scam when you order through uber eats. Look at the portion
Best food ever
I came here for the chicken on rice deal and it was really good!
10/10 I loved it, everything was delicious.
Mazadar restaurant is Amazon the service was excellent i would highly suggest this place
Nice and clean halal food I m Toronto. Tasty food, good ambiance and welcoming staff.
I LOVED IT !!! The food and service the servers are really Cooperative and very attentive towards my dietary restrictions the quality was amazing i really hope people check this place out when they re around
The atmosphere was nice and food was also delicious
I recently visited Mazadar and had a fantastic dining experience. The atmosphere is welcoming, and the staff is attentive. The menu offers authentic Middle Eastern flavors, with standout dishes like the perfectly spiced lamb shawarma and creamy hummus. Dont miss out on the baklava for dessert its heavenly. Mazadar is a must-visit for anyone looking for quality Middle Eastern cuisine in a cozy setting. Highly recommended!
Horrible service served warm drinks took more then 40 mins for a small order to arrive
Its was very amazing and taste of food mind blowing
Good service and tasty food Vegetarian options: Good Food : 5/5 |
Recently, I gathered with friends to sample their dinner offerings, and boy, was I impressed! From top notch service to beautifully presented plates, Mazadar excels in every aspect. I opted for the lamb chops with Mantu and a blueberry mocktail, and every bite was a revelation. The juicy, perfectly charred lamb stole the show, showcasing the chefs skill and passion. If youre on the hunt for a memorable dining experience in Toronto, look no further than Mazadar its a must-visit for any food lover!
chicken kebab and eggplant banjaan was nice being an international student i would prefer to other individuals to give it a try here. and yes boy they have veggie options too
Happy and very satisfied with the food . Kudos to Ms.Jessica and the other staff for such a wonderful hospitality Food
I went there yesterday,Great restaurant with a great food, amazing atmosphere and great service. The waitress was very knowledgeable and friendly , Ill recommend it at any time... Food
Lower floor of resturant smellled like it had a sewer backup, roll was also like over and under cooked as the bread was burnt through but the inside was not cooked fully. Also the reviews for this place are like super odd, there are so many folks who only have only left one review on Google maps and its for this place so just like be aware.
Amazing taste....!
The food was amazing, service was great. We will be coming back for sure and well recommend this place to our friends and families...
It was my first time. When you first come in, I just didnt like that. The toilet and please have a seat. Overall, when you come here, just go for the rice. It was good. And if you like spicy food, Then you are more than welcome to come.
The staff was really nice and provided good service. Food came quickly. The plate mains have good portion size, and I recommend the lamps chops!
I visted this restaurant today at 6 pm on Saturday.the girl working here has no behaviour how to talk with customers.Bad behaviour
Vey good
I went yesterday. The food was absolutely incredible. Wonderful service. Would recommend that anyone and everyone go to this restaurant !
A hidden gem in Leslieville! All ingredients are fresh and home made. Highly recommend!!
Amazing food and excellent customer service. The iftari buffet was set up so well and was worth the drive!
As an Afghan man i must say This places food is an embarrassment to afghan food, the kabobs are not good. Chicken was hard and did not taste well. The tea was made from tap water and could not be drinked. Theyre options are very little for an all you can eat place. Not that clean of a place. The only thing good about their service is no one serves you its self service . Almost like a 3 star hotel that offers breakfast. Dont trust theyre tiktok and instagram reels Expectation vs Reality hits hard here.
The food was absolutely amazing the meat was so flavourful, tender and deliciously cooked would highly recommend this place to anyone who likes eating kebabs and grilled chicken !
Chicken is juicy
Very good atmosphere, good food, great service!
Wonderful experience and amazing tasting food authentic afghani food will definitely come again
I had such an amazing experience here! Not only was the service really good, but the food itself was delicious. Highly recommend for those who want to grab a meal with friends, host a large dinner, or even just go to eat by yourself! Great food, atmosphere, and staff. Definitely check it out if you re interested!
Excellent restaurant with delicious food. Staff were extremely knowledgeable and friendly!
Everything was immaculate! The food, ambiance, the service, everything! will definitely recommend this place to anyone who is looking for some authentic traditional cuisine!
Highly enjoyable dining experience! Delicious food and a welcoming service. Definitely recommend!
Such delicious food especially the bread. Friendly service. They obviously take a lot of pride in their food.
For $22 got a whole lot of RICE.
food was delicious, service and staff were amazing!
I ordered chicken kofta kabab plate from uber and omg the quantity was good (for four) and the food was awesome and price was reasonable for two big bowl size of kabab platter..
The meats were tender and packed with flavour. It also opens you up to a different experience of Afghan cuisine with dishes outside of the typical Sultani platter ( which they have as-well). Highly recommend a try.
Best food, best staff. Definitely coming back IA
Amazing Afghan food with great detail to quality and presentation. Staff were 10/10, very nice and patient
Authentic with great service! Highly recommend
Very rude staff and the venue is very unhygienic. Id stay away.
Mazadar is always a great experience, Its been a great addition to the Beaches neighborhood. Parking: Parking along Queen west from Coxwell to Greenwood North and South side. Wheelchair accessibility: There isnt any over arching curb or ledge. The doors to the restaurant are manual, but if you give them a call they will be able to open the doors for you.
Very nice place, the food is excellent. Very hygienic and friendly staff. Authentic afghan food Food
Best restaurant ever would recommend going there with your family
Delicious fresh affordable, Middle Eastern food very friendly staff
The best lamb chops Ive ever had. Cooked to perfection.
First time but not the last ! Delicious
Incredible experience! The freshest homemade bread and such high quality meat. Highly recommend.
Wow
Imagine strolling through Torontos diverse culinary landscape and stumbling upon Mazadar an Afghan gem that brings the warmth of homemade cooking to the city. Recently, I gathered with friends to sample their dinner offerings, and boy, was I impressed! From top notch service to beautifully presented plates, Mazadar excels in every aspect. I opted for the lamb chops with Mantu and a blueberry mocktail, and every bite was a revelation. The juicy, perfectly charred lamb stole the show, showcasing the chefs skill and passion. If youre on the hunt for a memorable dining experience in Toronto, look no further than Mazadar its a must-visit for any food lover!
Very good food. The rice was delicious. I had the barg kebab plate and the meat was cooked perfectly. Food took a little long to arrive, but the wait was worth it.
Ordered a buy one get one on Uber and it was terrible. Smelled awful and the chicken was hard.
Excelent food and service
Thanks for your service and food, is excellent!
Got a reservation for 3am suhoor. Google said they were open. They confirmed reservation. Went there at 2:40am and doors locked. They had a different opening time posted on the door. Knocked on the door, and the server inside looked at me and went to the back. Extremely unprofessional, why did you guys take my reservation if you re not gonna be open?
We got a reservation online for suhur which they said was available. We go there for our reservation time and the doors are locked. The servers inside looked dead in my eyes and walked off as were calling them. Very rude, very disrespectful. Just be straight up if you re not open. Why take reservations during the month of Ramadan and falsely advertise your hours of operations? We drove 40 minutes for this place and now we have to find another place open at 3am. Very upset.
The food is phenomenal! The owner was so humble, kind and generous! Definitely recommend