Silk Road Lounge & Restaurant

Name: Silk Road Lounge & Restaurant
Address: 930 Queen St W, Toronto, ON, Canada, M6J 1G6
Telephone: (416) 531-0101
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

191 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Middle Eastern

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Central Asian cuisine is incredibly diverse, catering to a nomadic carnivore’s dream or a vegetarian farmer’s humble palate. While the spice blend across the region is derived from a similar heritage, the approach to cooking at Silk Road is one inspired by honesty, and elevated simplicity.
For some, cocktails have been described as the ‘elixir of life’. Infused with exquisite Asian herbs and freshly grounded spices, our contemporary drinks are handcrafted, which promise to deliver a regal experience.
Historically, the Silk Road ran through the heart of the Uzbek territory. Along the caravan trails, and later the sea routes, fruits, vegetables and spices, in addition to sophisticated techniques of cooking the raw produce, were transferred from one civilization to another.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 3, 2022

7:30 PM

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

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Takeout

(416) 531-0101

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Turkish
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 6:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 531-0101
Website
http://www.silkroadtoronto.com/
Payment options
AMEX, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
930 Queen St W Toronto, ON M6J 1G6
Neighborhood
Queen West
Cross street
Shaw
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Unlimited A La Carte Dining!
CA$65.00 per person
May 21 - Sep 30, 2022
Every Wednesday & Thursday, come on in and feast like it's the weekend. For $65 per person, experience unlimited, all-you-can-eat, a la carte dining featuring all items on our menu. No off-menu items or drastic changes to dishes are permitted. All parties are allotted the regular seating times: 90 minutes for four or fewer people, and 120 minutes for parties of five or more. We encourage sharing plates between the table, though it is required that each party member has to be participating in the a la carte experience. Don't hesitate to contact us for inquiries regarding children's rates. We have a no wastage/take-out policy. Any dish left more than 10% unfinished will be charged as a regular-priced menu item.
Unlimited Alcohol!
CA$65.00 per person
Prepaid
May 26 - Sep 30, 2022
Every Wednesday & Thursday, come on in and party like it's the weekend. For $65 per person, experience unlimited alcohol featuring all drink items on our menu. No off-menu items or drastic changes are permitted. All parties are allotted the regular seating times: 90 minutes for four or fewer people, and 120 minutes for parties of five or more. Following the Smart Serve regulations, our servers/bartenders will assure you have a fun yet safe experience.

Offers

Six Dollar Shots
Multiple dates available
Fri - Sat - 6:00 PM - 10:45 PM, 10:45 PM - 1:45 AM
Every Friday & Saturday enjoy a $6 shot when you buy any cocktail, beer, or glass of wine.

Popular dishes

House BreadCA$4.00
traditional bread served with sesame and kalonji seeds
Olive MedleyCA$8.00
a mix of black and green marinated olives
Smoked Eggplant DipCA$9.00
charred eggplant, mint, olive oil, sesame seeds paste, roasted garlic
HummusCA$9.00
chickpeas, roasted garlic, sesame seeds paste, lemon juice
MuhammaraCA$9.00
charred red pepper, toasted walnuts, pomegranate molasses
Trio PlatterCA$23.00
a platter of our three dips, portioned for sharing

Appetizers

Bunty FrittersCA$12.00
gram flour, fenugreek leaves, potatoes, onions, spinach
Wings TanooriCA$16.00
five charcoal grilled chicken wings
Mediterranean Grilled WedgesCA$12.00
potato wedges seasoned with oregano, parsley, salt and pepper, served with a side of chili sauce
Tereyagli ShrimpCA$18.00
six jumbo black tiger shrimp, dill, flambéd arak, garlic, lemon juice
Mongolian RibsCA$20.00
miami ribs, toasted sesame oil, honey, hoisin glaze
Chicken Kebab BaosCA$15.00
marinated chicken thigh served with house slaw in a bao bun

Sharable Salads

The Levantine SaladCA$13.00
tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, turkish bread croutons, sumac
Maghrabi SaladCA$14.00
couscous, mint, tomatoes, parsley, lemon zest
Silk Road SaladCA$16.00
goat cheese, walnuts, figs, arugula, lemon, honey
Shmander SaladCA$13.00
beets, labneh, sesame seeds, pomegranate

Stunning Mains

Tavuk SisCA$20.00
charcoal grilled chicken breast, yogurt, silk road spice mix
KaftehCA$20.00
ground beef, labneh, silk road spice mix
Barg SteakCA$27.00
grilled angus striploin, saffron, cherry tomatoes
Shank OsmaniCA$22.00
braised lamb, slow cooked for fourteen hours
Lamb ChopsCA$33.00
four grilled new zealand lamb chops marinated in our silk road spice blend
Grilled Chilean Sea BassCA$33.00
220g of chilean sea bass steak, served with grilled vegetables on a bed of lentil salad
Penir Bukhari PilafCA$17.00
penir, pilaf rice, crispy onions
Chicken Bukhari PilafCA$18.00
chicken thigh, pilaf Rice, crispy onions
Keema Bukhari PilafCA$18.00
ground beef, pilaf rice, crispy onions
Kabuli ChickenCA$25.00
half cornish hen marinated in a house blend of cloves, cumin & cardamom, served on a bed of bukhari rice, with a side of vegetables
Grilled Whole Branzino Sea BassCA$25.00
grilled sea bass with lemon, dill and garlic, served on a bed of fresh lentil salad
Chef's SpecialCA$70.00
full rack of lamb, served on a bed of our couscous salad with an additional salad to share, along with two house breads

Desserts

Silk Road GardenCA$10.00
figs, oranges, apricots, nuts, honey, labneh
Spice Poached PearCA$10.00
pear, served à la mode
Crème BruléeCA$12.00
orange blossom glass atop rich custard crème brulée

Cocktails

Contemporary Cocktails

Habib PashaCA$18.00
1.5 oz Johnny Walker Black, Coconut Yogurt, Coconut Ice, Coconut Water, Lemon Juice, Earl Grey Tea Syrup
Shalimar GardenCA$17.00
2 oz Malibu Rum, Ginger, Coconut, Citrus, Cilantro
Silk Road MartiniCA$17.00
1.5 oz House Infused Gin, ½ oz Chambord, Grapefruit, Rhubarb Bitters, Ginger Spice

Unified Cocktails

In Great Canadian FashionCA$16.00
Canadian spin on a classic Old Fashioned. 2oz Wayne Gretzky's Ice Cask, Walnut Bitters, Maple Syrup, Cinnamon
Anar Chai MojitoCA$16.00
1.5 oz Bacardi White Rum, Mint Leaves, Pomegranate Syrup, Green Tea, Lime Juice, Soda
Silk Road Espresso MartiniCA$16.00
1.5 oz Ketel One Vodka, Chilled Espresso Shot, Silk Road Syrup
ShaytanCA$16.00
1.5 oz Jose Cuervo Tradicionale, 1/2 oz Grand Marnier, Lime Juice, Ginger Syrup, Mango Puree

Classics

Aperol SpritzCA$15.00
2 oz Aperol, 3 oz Prosecco, Soda
DaiquiriCA$15.00
2 oz Havana Club 3, Lime Juice
ManhattanCA$15.00
2 oz Bulleit Rye, 1 oz Dolin's Rouge, Angostura Bitters
SazeracCA$15.00
2 oz Courvoisier V.S.O.P, ¼ oz Lucid Absinthe, Peychaud's Bitters
French 75CA$15.00
1 oz London Dry Gin, 2 oz Rufino Prosecco, Simple Syrup
Last WordCA$15.00
1 oz London Dry Gin, Green Chartreuse, Marenna Cherry
NegroniCA$15.00
¾ oz Bombay Sapphire Gin, ¾ oz Dolin's Rouge, 1 oz Campari
Vieux CarreCA$15.00
¾ oz Bulleit Bourbon, ¾ Courvoisier V.S.O.P, ¾ oz Dolin's Rouge, ¼ Benedictine, Angostura Bitters, Peychaud's Bitters

Beers

Lager

Avling Brewery - Kinsman Bohemian Lager
- 355mlCA$11.00

Pilsner

Avling Brewery - Bright Classic Pilsner
- 355mlCA$11.00

Ales

Avling Brewery - Skyward Ontario IPA
- 355mlCA$11.00
Avling Brewery - Eclipse Imperial Stout
- 355mlCA$12.00

Sours

Collective Arts Guava Goose Sour - CanadaCA$11.00
Collective Arts Passion Fruit & Peach Sour - CanadaCA$12.00

Seltzers

Bangerang Pink Lemonade - CanadaCA$10.00
Bangerang Mango - CanadaCA$10.00
Bangerang Blue Raspberry - CanadaCA$10.00

What 191 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Sana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
A friend recommended this place, and I'm so glad I gave it a chance. The food was amazing, and presentations were on point! I'm coming here again and bringing my family with me!!
P
Paulina
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely amazing! the friendly staff and the delicious food made the entire experience extremely enjoyable!
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Navid
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was on point! We had the trio platter to start and then I had the barg steak, while my friend had the kafteh. I will definitely come here again!
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Luke
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Liked the experience, loved the food! Our server was so nice and informed! she knew exactly what to recommend!!
A
Allan
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
The Silk Road is tucked away on Queen between Bar Poet and Oyster Boy—a blue and pink neon sign adorns the wall outside, and while it's not as well known as some of its contemporaries, the quality of its food all but guarantees that this won't be the case for very long. An homage to the spice varietals and melting pot culinary atmosphere of the Silk Road during its years as a major trade route, this wonderful little place serves up dishes like the Muhammara dip (charred red pepper, toasted walnuts, and pomegranate molasses), a grilled Branzino sea bass with dill and lemon next to a lentil salad with pomegranate, and even a spiced pear with ice cream and nutmeg for dessert. Ample dining space, warm lighting, and minimal but relevant decor give the Silk Road a welcoming vibe that pairs nicely with the tasty dishes mentioned above. Familiar cocktails like an Old Fashioned get a Great Canadian makeover with walnut bitters and cinnamon, and maple syrup, and they also offer house originals like the Habib Pasha (J.W. Black, coconut water, coconut yogurt, lemon juice, and Earl Grey tea syrup). Live a little and take a trip there today.
Z
Zahira
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was amazing! The food was beyond delicious and drinks were exactly what we needed to relax and have a great time! highly recommend this place!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
We were very impressed with the food and the service. Our server was very attentive and came around to check on us quite often. I had the Shank Osmani, which was a very small portion, but one of the more flavourful dishes I have had in a while. 10/10.
AS
AmySingh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was great!! excellent food, and service! highly recommend this place!
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Robert
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it! My date and I shared the poached pear for dessert and we can't stop talking about it!
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Iz1000
Toronto
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I haven't had such a lovely restaurant experience in Toronto in a long time. From the ambiance to the service and the food, this felt like a unique gem that the Toronto food scene desperately needed. The back patio was intimate but not crowded, and quiet so we could actually hear each other talking. The decor throughout the restaurant really added to the experience, as well, because you could tell so much thought was put into it. The server was SO great–we had the best time chatting with her, and she was so knowledgeable about the menu. The food was outstanding, with flavours we've never tasted before and very thoughtful plating. The dishes are pretty small for their price tags, but it's pretty expected considering this is right on Queen St W. The taste absolutely made up for the portions, though. At the end of the meal, the kitchen manager came to thank us at our table and he could not have been a lovelier man. We'll definitely be back often to share this experience with others.
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Samm
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
tried the ribs and the shrimp. loved the service and the food was top notch!
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Corby
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
the food was great, and the drinks were awesomee! i had the shaytan (loved the name, and the cocktail!)
H
Haddy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
10 out of 10...will go again! I recommend the baos and the steak
A
Anonymous
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My friend recommended this place, so i decided to give it a try! 100% will go again! the service was amazing and needless to say, the food was amazing! the flavours were just right and the drinks were super creative!
M
Michele
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food, even better drinks! Service was amazing...our server was very knowledgable and extremely sweet!
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Rajratan
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
If i could give more than 5 stars, I would! Will certainly go again!!
K
Kirpal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I absolutely loved the experience! the food was amazing and the drinks were on point! will definitely come again!
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Simmy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
DEFINITELY coming back here again! The servers were amazing! they knew exactly what they were doing and recommended the perfect wine that went with the delicious fish! Highly recommend coming here!!
A
Anonymous
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I went here with my friend. Saw some other reviews about how great the shrimp was, so I thought I'd try it myself. I am glad to say they lived up to the hype! highly recommend the shrimp and the baos were pretty good as well!
A
Anonymous
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Me and my partner had a lovely time here! The owner was super nice, and greeted us when we arrived. We could tell that he loves his craft. The service was amazing and the food was beyond delicious!
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Faarooq
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A must try for anyone living in or visiting downtown! Trio Platter + House Bread, fritters and ribs were epic, and the cocktails were delicious!
A
Awni
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Can't love this place enough! Amazing food, amazing service...Barg steak was cooked perfectly!
A
Anonymous
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing place! Definately coming back here again! We tried the Trio Platter and the house bread...amazing!!!
GJ
GenevaJP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went there with my friend. The service was phenomenal. Our server was super sweet and really understood the menu! I recommend the Silk Road Salad!
m
maria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I absolutely loved the food! They do an amazing take on middle eastern cuisine and their drinks are super cool! I would definitely come again, and would recommend the restaurant to anyone looking for good food and a great time.
EW
ErnestineWL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is GREAT! Creative food, and even more creative drinks! I would highly recommend trying out the Shaytan!! Definitely coming again!
JS
JeromeS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I went there with my friend. The food was amazing, and the service was awesome! A must try for anyone in downtown Toronto!
DO
DavidO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is amazing!! The service was amazing and the food was on point! I would highly recommend their baos and their shrimp!
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Gavan
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing gem tucked away at Queen and Shaw street. The Afghan inspired food, the drinks, the service and the patio made for a fantastic evening. Highly recommend!
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Raja
Toronto
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Food was amazing. Especially the bao buns. Highly recommend. Restaurant layout is odd. Bar is huge so not many tables. So felt empty even though lots of room in the place. But food was great.
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vincentw
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My partner and I visited Silk Road and we were amazed at not only the quality of the food, but also the service. We had the beef ribs, chicken baos and trio platter for starter. The steak was so juicy and was nicely done according to our preference, still drooling. This is one of, if not the best meal we've eaten. So much flavours cannot describe. You must give this place a try if you have not visited yet. I cannot recommend this place enough to my colleagues at work. Such a warm and welcoming environment. Thank you silk Road team.
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Samaira
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Terrific food which blew my mind!!!! The star dish; SHANK OSMANI. The whole experience from start to finish was great. Waitress was friendly and kind and accommodated our requests. The food cannot get better and the prices are fair for the portion size. One of my favorite spot from now on ,added to the list for great food and good place to chill with friends.
V
Vasili
Toronto
11 reviews
vip
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience2
Good food at reasonable prices. Our server was polite but had to get her attention a few times for service. This would not be a place one would go for a romantic dinner or lunch. The ambiance is about the poorest I've experienced. Good food at reasonable prices though.
T
Trimalchio
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience2
Great food and great service in an ok patio. Food very tasty, but too expensive
IS
ItsSaj
Toronto
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food with excellent service
v
victorw
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had some amazing food and drinks after a while. Came to Toronto to visit a friend and ended up at Silk Road in the evening. The lamp chops were FIRE, so good, juicy and tasty. We were seated in their back patio, good vibe and I must say that the staffs take good care of their customers.
I
Imran
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was overall a great experience. Met with the owner, very hospitable and focus on improving the place and bringing innovation in the food and drinks. Would definitely come back.
l
lucianoz
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food, the chicken baos and mongolian ribs are to die for. Thank you Amy for the wonderful service.
k
karolinac
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Im so glad to have come across Silk Road. I loved the Barg steak and the kabuli chicken which were seasoned perfectly and the sides were so much that we could not finish and had to ask for take-out boxes. Thank you for the great service as well.
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erikae
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Went for late night drinks with a couple of friends. Enjoyed the infused cocktails, quite unique in terms of aromatic and flavours. My favorite, the silk road martini as I learnt from the Bartender that they make their own gin in house. Will definitely pop in for the tempting food selection.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Silk Road Lounge & Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. Silk Road Lounge & Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 531-0101.

Silk Road Lounge & Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 191 OpenTable diners.

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