Went here on a Friday night and it did not disappoint! Everything was so delicious and authentic, I will definitely be returning. The warm and inviting space paired with the shareable food makes for a fun experience I would come back with a larger group instead of just the two of us so we could try more of the food. And don’t skip out on the dessert! I don’t have a photo of it because it was eaten far too quickly but we got the chocolate cake and the lemon sorbet and both were incredible. I hope to see this place grow in popularity as it is well deserved!

I had such a great time at Louf. The food was very fresh and full of flavour. I tried a handful of dishes from the menu, including the shorabet qare’, jibne nabulsiye, labaneh w humeid, mozet kharouf bil laban jameed and mouhallabieh. I really enjoyed the chef’s take on Palestinian cuisine. Each dish was presented beautifully and tasted amazing. The place itself is so warm and welcoming and the service was great. Our server was super friendly and had great recommendations to help us choose from the menu. Such a great spot, I can’t wait to go back!

Tried their brunch menu and it was amazing, loved the bread, the tahini dip was so tasty, and the halloumi omelette was so flavourful and perfectly cooked. I will definitely come back and try the dinner menu. The restaurant is also beautiful and cozy and the service was exceptional. The price is fair for the quality of the dishes, the location and the service.

Fully Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-Free Options Available LOUF is more than just a restaurant — it’s a soulful experience. Combining Palestinian, local, and indigenous ingredients with centuries-old cooking techniques, every plate here tells a story of resilience, culture, and community. We started with creamy labaneh with humeid, paired with their freshly baked taboun and zaatar breads — warm and rich in heritage. The zaitoun (olives) were vibrant and punchy, the perfect nod to Levantine tradition. The sishbarak — delicate dumplings in a silky vegan broth — and the earthy mushroom salad seasoned with maramiya and mardakoush were standout stars. The yakhni lahma bil tamer hindi, a tender beef stew with tamarind, was hearty and full of depth, while the maftoul qare’ w hummus was comfort food at its finest. Drinks were equally thought-through: the Sarhan mocktail offered herbaceous serenity, and the Ruz bil Yansoun cocktail brought a subtle anise-flavoured complexity. We ended with the mouhallahieh — a light, fragrant milk pudding topped with pistachios — soft, sweet, and deeply nostalgic. To hear more about this review, follow us @eatinontario on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, & Facebook.

This restaurant is located inside an 1800s building and very close to Casa Loma, making it the perfect choice for brunch, lunch or dinner after a nice stroll around the castle. It has a cute snd cozy patio with a copule of tables. The restaurant is beautifully spread through 2 floors with a private dining room on the second floor. The tables are meticulously decorated and the plates are handmade from Palestine. The menu is curated by the amazing Chef Fadi Kattan, where he introduces Palestinian cuisine to the customers. We made a reservation for a Friday dinner and enjoyed our meal from the beautiful view of the second floor. We ordered “Ka’ek al Quds” and “Khoubz Bil Zaatar” from bread menu. Khoubz Bil Zaatar was fluffy and delicious; perfect for dipping. “Ka’ek al Quds” is like a bagel with different texture and flavour. We ordered “Kibbeh Nayeh” and “Dajaj Pate” from Small Plates menu and “Yakhni Lahma Bil Tamar Hindi” and “Bukjeh Freekeh Bil Khodra” from the Large Plates menu. Every dish was put together with care and was prepared with perfect spices. They were fresh and delicious. We paired our meal with “Alf Laylah Wa-Laylah” and “Bustan Shishmish” that were put together by the creative bartender. Perfect addition to our meal. We finished off our dinner with “Milk Pudding” and “Ice Cream” from the deserts menu. We loved the aroma and taste of rose water and orange in the milk pudding. The Palestinian ice cream had a different texture and was delicious. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. We had an amazing dinner with great vibes.

Louf took me to travel to the Levantine area and forget about the dirty snowbank outside in winter Toronto for 1.5 hrs. We opted for a 60 lunch set menu which would limit us to a quick 45-minute lunch, however, we ended up enjoying a slow lunch for a longer period with no issues. Both taboun & zaatar bread were either made from rye, spelt, or a mixture of regular flour & whole wheat which was so different from bread options at other restaurants. Tasted so healthy and not oily at all. Simple fermented chili condiments were great for spicy chili lovers like me, I thought it was such a brave choice to add that to the set menu though. Green olives that were also part of the set menu condiments were very delish! They were small, firmer, and had just the right amount of saltiness. A star of the show was red lentil soup though. Not sure how without chicken stock, this vegan soup had so much flavor. It was very very good. Olive oil drizzle also added a silky texture and I loved the lemony taste after. When I thought two pieces of bread and a bowl of soup could have been just enough for lunch, the main dishes were served. Well.. I could always make extra room for the main course. By the way, the service was very attentive. The serving staff gave us enough time to finish the course by course, yet checked on us to clear the table. It was neither rushed nor slow. The only meat dish of the day was the main dish, beef stew( Yakhini) with tamarind sauce, pomegranate molasses, & pomegranate. Very different than your ordinary beef stew. The meat was in between tender and chewy which I liked, the sauce had a bit of acidity and sweetness, that made heavy meat dishes to be balanced summer dishes. Tried the other option for the main dish, a vegan flaky phyllo pastry, filled with spiced "freekeh" grains, dried raisins & apricots & almonds on top. The combination of grain, dried fruit, and nuts in flaky pastry was so much fun to eat. The finale was sage ice cream from Nablus Creamery ( I believe they make Arabic-style ice cream). The texture was stickier and stretchy, later on, I learned from Google research that they add natural mastic gum to hold ice cream from hot weather that was why. Cool. Lastly, did I know that this restaurant follows NO tip policy? No, I was not aware. Imagine my face when was looking at the credit card terminal with no tip option. It was a pleasant lunch dining experience.

Amazing food and friendly staff. Went there for a business meeting. I’m impressed by the artwork of Nur behind the dishes they have. Can’t wait for patio season! I suggest that you advertise for the gratuity inclusive model as it is a competitive advantage so why not exploit it. I suggest that it is mentioned at least on the bottom of the menu while mentioning to customers upfront. I was greatly surprised but it’s better to mention it beforehand.

This place is fantastic! We are both vegetarians and they have a wide array of options. The flavors are complex and vary from savory to spicy hot. Absolutely divine! We will return for their brunch and more dinners. So very wonderful.