A little about this place
About Zezafoun Syrian Cuisine
Zezafoun is a small, family-run Syrian restaurant just off Yonge Street at Manor Road, with the mother cooking and her daughters running the floor. The menu covers mezze such as muhammara and hummus, kebab karaz (cherry kebab), fatteh, molokhia, kibbeh labanieh, burning fingers (lentils and tamarind) and falafel, plus a Syrian brunch and pastries like kunafeh. The dining room is cozy and closely set, and reservations are recommended.
Signature dishes
- Syrian kibbeh
- Homemade labneh
- Syrian pickles
- House-made jams
HFP review summary
What diners mention
Research updated ·
4.6 / 51,690 Google reviews · saved total
Saved ratings and review totals may have changed.
Rating breakdown at this snapshot
- 5 stars
1340 1,340 - 4 stars
167 167 - 3 stars
76 76 - 2 stars
28 28 - 1 star
79 79
What people enjoy
- The Syrian dishes are praised as authentic and full of flavour, with the cherry kebab, burning fingers, fatteh and falafel often singled out.
- The family who run it are described as warm, friendly and generous with recommendations.
- The small dining room feels cozy, stylish and homely.
Things to keep in mind
- Some find the mains bland, dry or not authentic enough.
- Mains and sharing plates can feel small and pricey for what arrives.
Compiled by Halal Food Pass from public reviewer opinions. Experiences vary; these comments have not been independently verified.
Good to know before you go
What is on the Zezafoun Syrian Cuisine menu?
The Zezafoun Syrian Cuisine menu on this page lists 103 items across 16 sections, including Syrian kibbeh, Homemade labneh and Syrian pickles, checked September 2026. Delivery-platform prices are labelled separately with their observation dates; they are not in-store price claims. The restaurant's own website is linked on this page as well. Menus change, so confirm current dishes with Zezafoun Syrian Cuisine.
What is Zezafoun Syrian Cuisine known for?
Zezafoun Syrian Cuisine's listed signature dishes include Syrian kibbeh, Homemade labneh, Syrian pickles, House-made jams.
Are any vegetarian items labelled on Zezafoun Syrian Cuisine's menu?
The captured menu labels Foul Mudamas, Grilled Halloumi (4 pcs), Rice as vegetarian. These are source labels, not a guarantee about ingredients or cross-contact; confirm directly with the restaurant.
Where is Zezafoun Syrian Cuisine located?
Zezafoun Syrian Cuisine is at 4 Manor Road East, Toronto. The listed neighbourhood is Davisville. Use the directions link on this page for the route to this branch.