Overall, Café Toranj is described as a warm, welcoming spot with authentic Persian flavors, where dishes like fesenjoon, ghambar polo Shirazi, albaloo polo and other stews feel homemade, comforting and well balanced, and where vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options sit alongside meat dishes praised for generous portions and thoughtful presentation. The brunch and breakfast offerings are frequently highlighted, along with saffron desserts, flavorful teas and refreshing drinks. The atmosphere is repeatedly called cozy and inviting, with a décor that evokes a Persian cafe vibe and staff who are friendly, attentive and caring, helping guests feel pampered. While a few visits note occasional service lapses or moments of tepid attention, the overall consensus is that the food is consistently tasty, the portions are generous, and the experience is memorable for gatherings, book clubs and casual meals alike. Café Toranj is recommended as a standout place for Persian cuisine, homey ambiance and reliable comfort food you’ll want to return to.
Nous arrivions avec une bonne impression basée sur les avis Google. Nous avons trouvé le décor sympa mais l'éclairage un peu cru. La nourriture était bonne mais nous avons été très déçus par le service. Le serveur avait l'air de s'ennuyer. Il n'est pas venu nous voir une seule fois. Il n'était pas du tout attentif. Roulait des yeux quand on demandait quelque chose (par exemple, c'était tiède, on a demandé de réchauffer). Bref, expérience douce amère.
I visited Café Toranj with my mom, & it was our very first experience with Persian cuisine. The food was absolutely exquisite - full of flavor & beautifully presented. The service was outstanding, attentive without being intrusive, & the ambience of the restaurant made the whole evening feel special. I highly recommend Café Toranj & look forward to returning often!
I had an amazing date with my husband the atmosphere is beautiful The food is delicious The people are very sweet The service is fast & adequate I love this place in both be coming back soon.
Sep 3, 2025
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that red rug alone creates the quintessential Iranian experience. The food is authentic. we got the 5-stews dish, all of them tasty. I'd prefer less oil though
I've been to this café several times, including twice recently - once with my parents about two weeks ago, & the last time by myself when I happened to be passing by. Each visit has been an amazing experience. The food, service, & ambiance are all wonderful. It's the kind of place where you can sit, read, & enjoy the music at your own pace.
Last time, I tried their fesenjoon & it was absolutely delicious. The mirza ghasemi was also excellent. made traditionally with barbecued eggplant, giving it that rich, smoky flavor I love.
The couple who own the café are both incredibly friendly, & their warmth really reminded me of home. I'll definitely be going back!
Absolutely perfect! The food was fresh, delicious, & full of flavor. The staff were friendly, attentive, & made us feel truly welcome. The atmosphere was warm & inviting, making the whole experience even better. Toranj Restaurant has definitely become one of my favorite places, & I can't wait to come back again. Highly recommended!
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I had a mixed experience in this restaurant & actually thought that I will not write this review. Because of the several negative comments concerning the bad service I thought that I would like to share my story.
We were happy to enter the cafe. The staff seemed to be friendly & both gave us a table quickly & took up our order quite quickly as well. The interior of the cafe made us feel comfortable & relaxed.
While we were eating the food (most of it was quite good, except of the mirza ghasemi, which tasted odd because they probably barbecued the eggplant) we heard that one of the waiters was speaking about us.
She was commenting on how much we were eating & if we really want to eat even more or if we are going to explode soon. Then she started laughing & continued to comment on us & laughed again. Maybe she forgot that we also speak Persian & could understand what she was saying to her friend?
My wife then got upset & after we payed the bill she decided to confront her. The waiter acted as if she didn't know what we meant, but it didn't seem credible to be honest. We apologised & left.
The owner of the restaurant listened to the whole thing & then followed us on the street & asked what was wrong. He listened & apologised & didn't seem surprised about his wife's behaviour. He seemed to be an extremely nice & honourable person to be fair.
What I also found quite unprofessional was that many people were waiting to be seated or to place an order while she was sitting besides some guests & making plans about her weekend. Some people came & ordered at the counter then.
I don't know if I recommend going. They have vegetarian & vegan options which are rare to find in Persian restaurants. But if you go out to have a nice time you don't want something like that to happen. Decide for yourself what you think is tolerable to you.
I would probably give this cafe another chance because the owner seems to be a kind & honest person. I am somehow also leaving this comment so that these kind of things do not happen again because I wish these guys all the best for creating such a place away from home.
Amazing place. I've tried many Persian restaurants in Toronto & Halifax but this place is something else. They offer Amazing authentic persian food that are rare to find. Great presentation & refreshing authentic drinks. Highly suggested.
The food at the restaurant was amazing, the staff were very kind, & the place had such a beautiful atmosphere. Thank you so much for creating such a lovely memory for us!
Absolutely delicious food! The flavors were rich & authentic, & everything was so fresh. The saffron cake was incredibly moist & full of flavor - paired perfectly with the tea. The service was also wonderful - warm, attentive, & welcoming. Toranj is a great spot for anyone craving quality Persian cuisine. Highly recommend!
Pretty Iranian café. The service was attentive & friendly. I had the hot breakfast #1 & the quantity of food was very generous. It's priced right in my opinion & the flavors were great. Ambiance was decent, Iranian music played in the background. I recommend.
