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Parallel, Toronto, ON

Parallel

4.8
4.8
785 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Middle Eastern
Parallel brings together the experience and background of the three Ozery brothers, Alon, Guy, and Aharon, to create this unique space and product.
“We grew up in a home where sesame butter (tahini) was consumed regularly alongside flavourful Mediterranean cuisine. Parallel was born from our history and love for sesame butter. It’s part of our culture and upbringing, and we want to share that with you.
There are few ingredients that are as versatile, nutritious, and just as damn tasty as sesame butter. That’s why we decided to make it in all its forms: try it in our dressings, salads, dips, bowls, and our famous homemade halva, and seed what is possible.
The three of us share a passion for simple meals with fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and innovative techniques. That, along with our love for good coffee, art, music, and community, is what shapes the Parallel experience.”

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Israeli
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 516-7765
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighbourhood
    The Junction
  • Cross Street
    One block North East of Dufferin/Dupont
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public Transit
    Dufferin Subway- Take #29 Bus to Dupont. Walk North on the East side to Geary Ave. Turn right onto Geary Ave and walk until you reach 217 Geary (on the South side)Take Dupont bus (#26) to Dufferin St. Walk North on the East side to Geary Ave. Turn and right onto Geary Ave and walk until you reach 217 Geary (on the South side)
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 785 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Toronto

    Best Food

785 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best places in Toronto. Never disappoints!

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  2. JenBolts

    Exclusive

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The food is phenomenal. I will be dreaming about the perfect, pillowy pitas and the Parallel salad until my next visit.

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  3. MeredithG

    Toronto

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience2
    The service was top notch. Very friendly and helpful staff, making suggestions and recos on food and wine. We came Monday night and to our pleasant surprise was 1/2 price wine bottles. We had the parallel salad, & falafel- both delicious. My very favourite falafel . We also shared the chicken schnitzel and a mushroom/ arugula dish. My only complaint is the menu is too limited. All the starters are dips, and if u don’t feel like that, there is little else. I remember pre-Covid a much larger selection of options. I just hope this returns.

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  4. allegratate

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My parents (mostly my dad) always complain about coming to visit me in the city—but not this time! They both texted me afterwards to compliment my choice in restaurant. That's a win for me!

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  5. MarinaG

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was so good! Will come back again.

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  6. Annon

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful restaurant! Delicious food and quick service!

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  7. Marn1

    Toronto

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Parallel. We’ve been many times and the food is always excellent! Service is terrific. Recommend it highly!

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  8. AlexK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Delicious Mediterranean food, generous portions and excellent value for money. We accidentally ordered twice as much food as we were able to comfortably eat and our bill was still less than we expected given the quality of the food and service.

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  9. NatalieL

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a fantastic evening! I had friends visit from Cleveland for the day. The staff were so accommodating! Excellent service and the food of course was consistently amazing! One of my fav’s spots in Toronto. Thanks again for making it an enjoyable evening for us.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always amazing and reliable! Great for big groups on the patio

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  11. DougG

    Toronto

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is delicious, creative and great variety - highly reccommended

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  12. RobB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    This place is absolutely fantastic. The service was great and the food was incredible. It’s surprisingly filling so I’d suggest ordering just a couple of things to start and figure things out after those. I recommend the dips - they were great and the pitas are super fresh. We had all vegan. They even have a little store to take home tasty treats after you’re done. Definitely coming back. One tiny drawback was the patio was extremely loud for some reason but that’s a small price to pay. Sit inside if you want to guarantee a quieter time.

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  13. EricH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner great Check best before dates on take out baked goods carefully

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  14. KatieJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    GREAT food! The Parallel salad is very yummy. The covered patio is such a nice space!

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  15. LANo

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So good, so glad I found this gem. We will be back again! Service, food and drinks all on point.

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  16. malinac

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Consistently Fabulous food! The falafel is outstanding!

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  17. FernandoC

    Ottawa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food! Great service. One of our favourite spots in Toronto

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  18. PatriciaB

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Food is fresh and fantastic (Parallel salad is superb). Attentive and knowledgeable wait staff.

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  19. Michelle

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding, as always. Food, ambience and service are perfect.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience! Friendly staff, delicious food (gorgeous presentation!), great local beer selection. Cute little covered, heated patio, all around good vibes :) Have been meaning to check it out for awhile and will definitely be back

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  21. Dell

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful meal. The service was fantastic. I will definitely go again.

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  22. Allison

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    I have never had a bad meal here! The food is always incredibly fresh tasting and great options for drinks.

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  23. Carley

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Gabby was incredible! Would come back just for her. The food was incredible as always. One of my faves in the city!

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  24. MaureenH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything about this venue was ideal! The special meal of the evening was stuffed Seabreen fish. Remarkable ! Staff were excellent! Love the ambiance.

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  25. HmmK

    Toronto

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, amazing food and generous portion sizes. What more can you ask for?

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  26. JessicaRabbit

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    It was just okay, I think the food looked better than it was.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this spottttttt Food music service drinks the whole caboodle

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  28. JaneT

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Parallel is on a funky street in the west end of downtown Toronto. The food was delicious at a great price point. We sat outside on a lovely sunny day but the patio is mostly covered so not searingly hot. Our servers were friendly, efficient, and attentive. If you like Middle Rastern food I would highly recommend trying it out.

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  29. MadelineC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience2
    Get a nicer trash bin - clean the bathroom floor if you are charging 18 dollars for 6 ounces of wine. The bathroom is on par with a China town restaurant- where the wine is 8$ a glass.

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  30. JenniferP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Parallel was a wonderful experience from start to finish. Friendly knowledgeable staff and amazing food. I’ve already recommended to my friends and family and hope to go back soon.

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  31. EricP

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious food. The chicken schnitzel was HUGE! Definitely being enough for 2 (or 3). Parallel salad was YUM! Best falafel I’ve had in Toronto. Can’t wait to go back. (Wine was expensive and not very good but that’s not what this place is about so sticking with 5 stars all the way)

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  32. Mohamed

    Morelos

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic service, reasonably priced and delicious

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  33. PaulaK

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Parallel salad is the Best salad ever! The humus is amazing and you must try the walnut pesto!! And you can’t not try the falafel!

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing and the service was great as well!

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  35. Reb251

    Las Vegas

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favourite restaurants, we love talking friends from out of town. They’re always blown away!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We are visitors from Chicago and found Parallel in a list of Top 100 restaurants. It did not disappoint. In fact, it should be higher on the list. Outstanding service, very cool vibe in a completely unpretentious space that I’d describe as light industrial. And the food! We love Mediterranean food and this is some of the best we’ve ever had. The article’s description of the falafel was what drew us in and it was completely accurate. I promise you’ve never had falafel this good. If we lived here they’d get sick of our faces because we’d be fixtures at the bar.

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  37. JATO

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service. Very kind server - made the birthday special.

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  38. Joan

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food. Excellent service and restaurant lively atmosphere.

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  39. SamanthaH

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, good service and nice ambiance. Highly recommend!

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  40. Petska

    Miami - Dade

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    First time at Parallel. Interesting atmosphere amongst industrial surroundings. Tasty food, good service. Would likely return. Disappointed shakshuka was not on the dinner menu instead of brunch only.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Parallel does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. Parallel also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 516-7765.

Parallel is rated 4.8 stars by 785 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Parallel

217 Geary Ave, Toronto, ON M6H 2C1

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    One block North East of Dufferin/Dupont
  • Neighbourhood
    The Junction
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Israeli
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public Transit
    Dufferin Subway- Take #29 Bus to Dupont. Walk North on the East side to Geary Ave. Turn right onto Geary Ave and walk until you reach 217 Geary (on the South side)Take Dupont bus (#26) to Dufferin St. Walk North on the East side to Geary Ave. Turn and right onto Geary Ave and walk until you reach 217 Geary (on the South side)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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