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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
9:00 p.m.
Booked 67 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
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 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:45 pm
  • 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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 olives$14.00

    persian feta + za'atar + preserved lemon

    • tuna tartare$24.00

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

      • beef tartare$21.00

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

        • labneh$18.00

          pistachio + sumac + roasted beets + barbari bread

          • hummus$21.00

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

            • lamb ribs$22.00

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

              • turkish manti dumplings$21.00

                eggplant + yogurt sauce + date molasses

                • hammoumi$18.00

                  wild flower honey + dukkah + pistachio

                  • fried eggplant$17.00

                    honey + baharat + yogurt + cilantro + sesame

                    • crispy shrimp$21.00

                      schug aioli + sumac + lime

                      • octopus$30.00

                        harissa romesco + sumac + cilantro + extra virgin olive oil

                        • pear & arugula$18.00

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

                          • grilled radicchio & walnut$19.00

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

                            • gem lettuce salad$19.00

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

                              pide

                              • lentil$17.00

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

                                • black truffle & cheese$22.00

                                  mozzarella + feta + akawi + oregano + black truffle

                                  • wagyu lehameh$24.00

                                    spicy toum + urfa chili + parsley + sumac onion

                                    • lamb$23.00

                                      fermented tomato sauce + sumac red onion + pickled turkish peppers

                                      to share

                                      • short rib kebab$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 chicken$38.00

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

                                            • harissa roasted half chicken$42.00

                                              toum + hummus + crispy chickpeas + lemon + harissa vinaigrette

                                              • stuffed eggplant$28.00

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

                                                • wagyu beef kofta$30.00

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

                                                  • halibut$47.00

                                                    sabzi vichyssoise + artichoke pistachio chermoula

                                                    • whole grilled branzino$45.00

                                                      brown butter + chermoula + parsley

                                                      • 17 oz bone-in ribeye$85.00

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

                                                        sides

                                                        • sweet jeweled rice$21.00

                                                          carrot + saffron + barberries + almonds

                                                          • black truffle rice$26.00

                                                            roasted mushrooms + cumin labneh

                                                            • sauteed greens$14.00

                                                              spinach + chard + sumac + garlic pine nuts + feta

                                                              • roasted cauliflower $14.00

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

                                                                • roasted beets$14.00

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

                                                                  • thrice cooked fries$9.00

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                                                                    Last updated: March 4, 2024

                                                                    What 3,989 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
                                                                    • 4.7Service
                                                                    • 4.6Ambience
                                                                    • 4.3Value

                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                    Loved For

                                                                    • Toronto / Ontario

                                                                      Mediterranean

                                                                    Review summary

                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                    Byblos Downtown offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the "unique flavors" and recommend dishes like the lamb shoulder and truffle rice. While it's "pricey," the vibrant atmosphere and attentive staff make it a "highly recommended" spot for both locals and visitors.

                                                                    3,989 Reviews

                                                                    1. Wendy

                                                                      Vancouver

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      We had the most amazing night at Byblos for dinner. The food is always perfect with such and interesting variety of options and flavors. The service is even better! Our server was awesome. So funny and welcoming, the staff here is the best!! Thanks for such an amazing experience, can’t wait to be back:)

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                                                                    2. Danyal

                                                                      Toronto

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Delicious food, great service! Really enjoyed our meal.

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                                                                    3. Mirjam

                                                                      Chicago

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Amazing food in an amazing ambiance! We loved every minute!

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                                                                    4. Andrew

                                                                      Toronto

                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Phenomenal food, share plates, we ordered a little too much Fantastic spot. Must get: halloul cheeses and hummous, eggplant dumplings

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                                                                    5. Sam

                                                                      Toronto

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      5.0

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Loved our visit to Byblos, food was amazing and our server was very friendly.

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                                                                    6. Pablo

                                                                      Hawaii

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      3.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                      2. Food 1
                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                      While the ambience was really nice and the service very good as well, having fried chicken that it is no better than KFC but at their prices, I think it was overated/overpriced

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                                                                    7. Ipshita

                                                                      Greater Boston

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      2.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 2
                                                                      2. Food 1
                                                                      3. Service 2
                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                      We got 3 appetizers all of which were terrible- dumplings too salty. Halloumi too sweet and crispy shrimp was weird. The only saving grace was nightingale sour. Whisky sour was bitter and Moscow mule had way too much sugar that we had to return. It was very loud and modd lighting too dim. Couldn't even read the menu. Very disappointing.

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                                                                    8. Roshan

                                                                      Toronto

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined on November 15, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Organized a gathering with some friends to catch a show and selected this place as it was close to the theatre. We were all delightfully pleased with the menu and the amazing service. Try the Harissa Chicken!

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                                                                    9. Rodney

                                                                      Toronto

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined on November 15, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      A spectacular dinner of lamb shoulder, middle-eastern chicken and a range of accompaniments, with impeccable service and a perfect grenache-syrah wine pairing.

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                                                                    10. Rachel

                                                                      Toronto

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined on November 14, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      We really enjoyed the cocktails and plates. The portions are smaller which allowed us to try many different dishes. We will be back!

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                                                                    FAQs

                                                                    Byblos Downtown is rated 4.7 stars by 3989 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
                                                                    9:00 p.m.
                                                                    Booked 67 times today
                                                                    Google Map for Byblos Downtown

                                                                    11 Duncan Street, Toronto, ON M5V 3M2

                                                                    Additional information

                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                      King and University
                                                                    • Neighbourhood
                                                                      Financial District
                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                      Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:45 pm
                                                                    • 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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