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Covered and heated patio - Parallel, Toronto, ON

Parallel

4.8
4.8
1023 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Middle Eastern
217 Geary Ave, Toronto, ON M6H 2C1

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2 people
7:30 p.m.
Booked 34 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Healthy
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.”

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Israeli
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 516-7765
  • Website
    http://www.parallelbrothers.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    217 Geary Ave, Toronto, ON M6H 2C1
  • 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, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Parallel's menu was last updated 2023-02-10.

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What 1,023 people are saying

Parallel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Middle Eastern

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Parallel offers a delightful Middle Eastern dining experience with "excellent food and service." Its fresh, flavorful dishes like falafel and Parallel salad earn high praise. The restaurant's "welcoming team" and "friendly atmosphere" create a comfortable setting. Despite some service delays, the "always amazing" food keeps patrons coming back for more.

1,023 Reviews

  1. peter

    Toronto9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First visit to Parallel tonight. Fantastic overall. The food, presentation and flavours were amazing. The service and atmosphere was perfect. Chicken schnitzel was huge and the mashed polenta side was a nice surprise. The Parallel Sald was unique and very special. Rhubarb cheesecake was killer. We will be back again soon and will spread the word.

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  2. Mike VIP

    Toronto63 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good middle eastern food. Sort of an industrial design restaurant in a light industrial area of the city. Outdoor dining with heat lamps and picnic tables is nice. Parking is tough

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  3. Caroline

    Toronto3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is fantastic. The parallel salad is outstanding. But it all came all at once, which was a bit overwhelming. And it’s a bit noisy.

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  4. Daria VIP

    Toronto1 review

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I hate when you go to a restaurant and the first thing they tell you is you have a time limit. We basically had an hour and half and hearing that right off the gate impacts the experience. Also wish they curated the meal better. They just brought out anything that was ready and didn’t think about the appetizers vs. salad etc. it felt like they were rushing to get you out in time. But our server was great and the food was delicious.

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  5. Lana

    Toronto21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great food. Outstanding service. Always a great meal here.

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  6. Amin

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I once read that the hallmark of a truly great restaurant is consistency; not only in its cuisine, but in the rhythm of the entire dining experience. Parallel embodies this with quiet confidence, a genuine testament to excellence.

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  7. Shelley

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service….. We will be back .

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  8. cecile VIP

    Toronto6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food. Fresh, tasty and great serving sizes. Very friendly atmosphere and welcoming team.

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  9. Dr. Dory

    Toronto4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is always a pleasure bringing at Patalell! Bravo! We are recommending you and cannot wait to return. Thank you for all that you do! With much gratitude and appreciation, Dory B.

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  10. Zach Lieberman

    Toronto2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Fresh. Flavorful. Delicious. Always a great meal here.

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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 1023 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 p.m.
Booked 34 times today
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 Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • 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, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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