How can you not be a fan of Akram's? They have one of the most inviting store fronts anywhere with a gorgeous couch, coffee table and hutch inviting you to come inside and set a spell. Stairs lead up to a long L-shaped counter where you can order all kinds of middle-eastern snack food. They also specialize in all kinds of imported food stuffs from that part of the world and they line the... more

If you read those annoying listicles about "best cheap eats under $5 in Toronto" and they don't list Akram's, don't trust them.

You will get a killer falafel for $2.75 (yeah, the price just went up from $1.99), but it isn't simply good based on economics. It is actually the best falafel in the city. It may not be loaded with toppings, but it is simple and it works. You order the spicy falafel,... more

A hot and hearty meal for $5, what more could you want?

Upon witnessing an (extremely) indecisive young girl struggling to decide between the chicken or vegan, the sweet lady behind the counter who I believe was Ms. Falafel, was kind enough to give me a taste of both options. She then handed me a plate with an extremely generous helping of rice, salad, stew and a spoonful of hot sauce that was... more