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Ali Baba’s

  • 415 Parliament St. (at Gerrard St. E.), plus three other GTA locations • View on map »
  • 416-925-7016
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Shawarmas twirl slowly behind the counter while an eclectic crew waits in line for cheap Middle Eastern fare: shish kebabs, falafel sandwiches, veal or chicken shawarma platters, and grape leaves wrapping nuggets of seasoned rice. Hanging rugs and framed postcards of Egyptian hieroglyphs provide ambience, but the ’70s-era wood panelling and torn photos of the food on offer encourage many to request takeout. Unlicensed. Mains $3–$6.

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    415 Parliament St. (at Gerrard St. E.), plus three other GTA locations
  • 416-925-7016

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