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Byblos Downtown, Toronto, ON
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Byblos Downtown

CAN$51 and over
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 60 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Byblos represents a marriage of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine with strong influences from both traditional and local ingredients, using time-honored classic cooking techniques and modern methods. Our chef has created dishes that showcase the regionally-specific spices and flavours of the Eastern Mediterranean seaboard to craft a menu that will be a true coastal and cultural mosaic, served family style in a convivial atmosphere.

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Executive chef: Ted Corrado

From the OpenTable editors: With its family-style menu and century-old building backdrop, media favourite Byblos is equally well-suited for special occasions and delicious, everyday dining. Eastern Mediterranean flavours are executed in modern ways featuring luscious ingredients like saffron liqueur and date molasses.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Tapas / Small Plates, Middle Eastern
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 17:00–22:00 Thu–Sat 17:00–22:45
  • Phone number
    (647) 660-0909
  • Website
    http://www.byblostoronto.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Byblos - Downtown can accommodate all your special event needs. All special event inquiries can be sent to reservations@byblosdowntown.com
  • Location
    11 Duncan Street, Toronto, ON M5V 3M2
  • Area
    Financial District
  • Cross Street
    King and University
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wine

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starters

  • crispy stuffed olivesCA$14.00

    persian feta + za'atar + preserved lemon

    • tuna tartareCA$24.00

      citrus chili tahini + watermelon + avocado + soy + cilantro + lavash

      • beef tartareCA$21.00

        toum + mint + capers + sumac + kohlrabi + schug + pickled chili + sesame lavash

        • labnehCA$18.00

          pistachio + sumac + roasted beets + barbari bread

          • hummusCA$21.00

            chermoula + crispy chickpea + turkish green chili + sumac onions + barbari bread

            • lamb ribsCA$22.00

              dukkah + yoghurt + raz el hanout glaze + red chili schug

              • turkish manti dumplingsCA$21.00

                eggplant + yogurt sauce + date molasses

                • hammoumiCA$18.00

                  wild flower honey + dukkah + pistachio

                  • fried eggplantCA$17.00

                    honey + baharat + yogurt + cilantro + sesame

                    • crispy shrimpCA$21.00

                      schug aioli + sumac + lime

                      • octopusCA$30.00

                        harissa romesco + sumac + cilantro + extra virgin olive oil

                        • pear & arugulaCA$18.00

                          castelfranco + green grapes + candied almonds + cumin & preserved lemon vinaigrette

                          • grilled radicchio & walnutCA$19.00

                            bulgarian feta + date molasses + red grapes + sabzi + pomegranate flower vinaigrette

                            • gem lettuce saladCA$19.00

                              brioche croutons + zaatar + smoked brisket lardons + parmigiano + tahini dressing

                              pide

                              • lentilCA$17.00

                                toum + pickled turkish pepper + sumac red onion + cilantro + akawi + lemon

                                • black truffle & cheeseCA$22.00

                                  mozzarella + feta + akawi + oregano + black truffle

                                  • wagyu lehamehCA$24.00

                                    spicy toum + urfa chili + parsley + sumac onion

                                    • lambCA$23.00

                                      fermented tomato sauce + sumac red onion + pickled turkish peppers

                                      to share

                                      • short rib kebabCA$42.00

                                        chemen + truffle yogurt + pine nut dukkah + mint

                                        • lamb shoulder (mp)

                                          raz al hanout + pomegranate molasses + pita + sumac red onion + crispy chickpeas + schug + raita + pickles

                                          • middle eastern fried chickenCA$38.00

                                            toum + red schug hot honey + pickles + za’atar + smoked paprika

                                            • harissa roasted half chickenCA$42.00

                                              toum + hummus + crispy chickpeas + lemon + harissa vinaigrette

                                              • stuffed eggplantCA$28.00

                                                harissa & turkish pepper relish + pine nuts + olives + urfa chili + parmigiano

                                                • wagyu beef koftaCA$30.00

                                                  green chili + tomatillo + peas + mint + dill + crispy shallot + toum

                                                  • halibutCA$47.00

                                                    sabzi vichyssoise + artichoke pistachio chermoula

                                                    • whole grilled branzinoCA$45.00

                                                      brown butter + chermoula + parsley

                                                      • 17 oz bone-in ribeyeCA$85.00

                                                        charred green onion chimichurri + toum + green peppercorn jus + turkish peppers

                                                        sides

                                                        • sweet jeweled riceCA$21.00

                                                          carrot + saffron + barberries + almonds

                                                          • black truffle riceCA$26.00

                                                            roasted mushrooms + cumin labneh

                                                            • sauteed greensCA$14.00

                                                              spinach + chard + sumac + garlic pine nuts + feta

                                                              • roasted cauliflower CA$14.00

                                                                tahini + chimichurri + hazelnut dukkah + preserved lemon + pickled red onion + sabzi

                                                                • roasted beetsCA$14.00

                                                                  hazelnut dukkah + winter spiced maple + orange + extra vigin olive oil

                                                                  • thrice cooked friesCA$9.00

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                                                                    Last updated: 4 March 2024

                                                                    What 4,066 people are saying

                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                    4.7
                                                                    4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                                    • 4.6Service
                                                                    • 4.7Ambience
                                                                    • 4.3Value

                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                    Loved For

                                                                    • Toronto / Ontario

                                                                      Mediterranean

                                                                    Review summary

                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                    Byblos Downtown offers a "fantastic choice for tapas dining," with "amazing" food and a "great vibe." Guests rave about "exceptional" service and dishes like "jeweled rice" and "lamb shoulder." While some mention the noise level and portion sizes, the "superb service" and "wonderful food" make it a "highly recommended" spot for a memorable dining experience.

                                                                    4,066 Reviews

                                                                    1. Harinder

                                                                      Toronto1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      We had an amazing dining experience at Byblos Downtown! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was warm and inviting, with a perfect blend of modern elegance and cozy charm

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                                                                    2. Sam VIP

                                                                      Toronto7 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      My second time at this location and it was just as good as the first time. The food and service was great.

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                                                                    3. Susie VIP

                                                                      Chicago6 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Perfect evening. Beautiful decor, fabulous service, and wonderful helpful waitstaff.

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                                                                    4. SiddharthT

                                                                      Toronto1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      The most delicious lamb I have ever had. A bit pricy but totally worth it.

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                                                                    5. Daniel

                                                                      San Francisco8 reviews

                                                                      3.0

                                                                      Dined on 28 February 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      Plenty of interesting and flavourful combinations, across all dishes we selected. But ultimately, the food was just OK - honestly had higher hopes for this restaurant. Ambience and service were decent though.

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                                                                    6. Bekir

                                                                      Toronto4 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on 26 February 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Byblos is always quite the experience—we've been here multiple times and the service, food, overall ambience, and every little details has been consistently excellent. Do yourself a favour and get the rib kebab, the hummus royale, and the truffle pide. These were SO good!!

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                                                                    7. Patricia

                                                                      Toronto5 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      Dined on 22 February 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Excellent food and service! Our waitress was fantastic. She was very attentive, friendly and mindful with our time as we were going to a show after dining.

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                                                                    8. OpenTable Diner

                                                                      Toronto1 review

                                                                      2.0

                                                                      Dined on 22 February 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 2
                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                      3. Service 1
                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                      We sat downstairs and it was way too cold. They should do something about the cold air that gets in every time the door opens and closes. The cold ruined our whole experience - I had to eat with my jacket on.

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                                                                    9. Valerie

                                                                      Montreal3 reviews

                                                                      4.0

                                                                      Dined on 22 February 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Food not as good as expected and portions are big we ordered too much based on waiter’s recommendation Costly résult !

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                                                                    10. Eduardo VIP

                                                                      Houston3 reviews

                                                                      4.0

                                                                      Dined on 22 February 2025

                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                      2. Food 2
                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      Most of the food was not warm enough. The only exception and best dish was the pide

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                                                                    FAQs

                                                                    Byblos Downtown is rated 4.7 stars by 4066 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                    2 people
                                                                    19:00
                                                                    Booked 60 times today
                                                                    Google Map for Byblos Downtown

                                                                    11 Duncan Street, Toronto, ON M5V 3M2

                                                                    Additional information

                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                      King and University
                                                                    • Area
                                                                      Financial District
                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                      Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 17:00–22:00 Thu–Sat 17:00–22:45
                                                                    • Price
                                                                      CAN$51 and over
                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                      Mediterranean, Tapas / Small Plates, Middle Eastern
                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                      Casual Dining
                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                      Smart Casual
                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                      Street Parking
                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                      AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                    • Additional
                                                                      Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wine
                                                                    • Website
                                                                      http://www.byblostoronto.com/
                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                      (647) 660-0909
                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                      Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Byblos - Downtown can accommodate all your special event needs. All special event inquiries can be sent to reservations@byblosdowntown.com

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