Parallel Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Parallel, a delightful haven for those seeking authentic Middle Eastern cuisine in Toronto. Nestled at 217 Geary Ave, this charming spot combines a lively atmosphere with a menu that showcases the rich flavors of the region.
Parallel offers a tantalizing array of dishes, from the aromatic House Blend Za'atar Spice to the wholesome Roasted Mushroom, Spinach & Cheddar Quiche—perfect for a comforting meal. The homemade items, like Parallel Crackers and Tahini Brownies, cater to various dietary preferences, ensuring a memorable experience for everyone.
Reviews highlight the crispy falafel and creamy hummus as must-tries, while the warm pita bread is the perfect companion. With friendly staff eager to guide your culinary adventure, a visit to Parallel is sure to leave you with fond memories and a satisfied palate.
Bakery
Cheddar Chili Bites
Parallel's House Made Cheddar Chili Bites. Contains Gluten and Dairy. 250g.
Parallel Crackers
Parallel's House Made Crackers. Made with Flax, Sunflower, Sesame, Pumpkin, and Chia Seeds, and Parallel Sesame Butter. Wheat and Peanut Free and Vegan.
Sesame Crunch
Baked In House. Vegetarian and Gluten Free
Orange Tahini Brownies (6pieces)
Indulge in the perfect blend of flavors with our Tahini Brownies! Made with love and the finest ingredients – butter, chocolate spread, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, pastry flour, cocoa powder, a hint of orange extract, pure tahini, and topped with a touch of orange marmalade. Satisfy your sweet cravings with a box of 6 delightful pieces, delivered straight to your door.
Walnut Za'atar Cookies
Tahini butter cookies with walnuts and za'atar
Chocolate Dipped Coconut Macaroons
Chewy coconut cookies dipped in dark chocolate
House Blend Harissa Spice (80g)
Aromatic blend of chili peppers, garlic, and spices, perfect for adding a spicy kick to various dishes. 80g.
House Blend Shawarma Spice (80g)
Aromatic blend of spices featuring cumin, coriander, and paprika, ideal for seasoning shawarma and enhancing Middle Eastern dishes.
House Blend Za'atar Spice (150g)
Aromatic blend of herbs, sesame seeds, and sumac, perfect for enhancing the flavor of various dishes.
House Blend Za'atar Spice (80g)
Aromatic blend of dried thyme, sesame seeds, sumac, and spices. Perfect for seasoning meats, vegetables, or bread. 80g.
Parallel House Blends
Special Feature
Roasted Mushroom, Spinach & Cheddar Quiche
Dough (all purpose flour, butter, sour cream, eggs, cornstarch, baking powder, salt), Filling (mixed mushrooms, spinach, cheddar cheese, eggs, 10% cream, olive oil, salt, fresh thyme) **Reheat in oven at 300 for 15 minutes**
Preserved Lemons
Lemon, sea salt, olive oil, 220g
Yemenite Schug (125g)
Schug is a very fresh and brightly flavored sauce. The combination of herbs, spices, and lemon give it an extraordinary flavor, one that's an ideal complement when drizzled over roasted vegetables, grilled meats, fish, chicken, or even eggs. Serve with pita bread, grilled vegetables and meat, and sour cream or yogurt. Ingredients: Habanero peppers, garlic, cilantro, salt, caraway, cumin, lemon, canola oil
Store Items
Sides
House Fermented Pickled Vegetables
Mixed Vegetables in our House Pickle Brine.
Labaneh
House made Cow and Sheep's Milk Yogurt, Topped with Olive Oil, Parallel's Za'atar Spice, Confit Garlic, and Grated Tomato. Served with two pita.
Tahini
Our house made Tahini, topped with Olive Oil, Parsley, Confit Garlic, and Grated Tomato. Served with two pita.
Schug (Spicy)
Our house made hot sauce
Babaganoush
Roasted Eggplant dip made with Labaneh, Tahini, Scallions, and Fresh Herbs. Topped with Confit Garlic, Olive Oil, Grated Tomato, Sesame Butter, and Fresh Herbs. Served with two pita. *Contains dairy- Labaneh cannot be omitted
Side Beet Tahini
2 oz
Side Spicy Green Tahini
Smooth tahini blended with herbs and spices, topped with fresh parsley.
Side Chicken Shawarma
180g of chicken shawarma
Sour Cherry Cheesecake
Sour cherry compote, classic NY style cheesecake, almond graham crust
Fresh Orange Halva 200g
Our freshly handcrafted halva is made with ingredients that matter. it's flaky, Creamy, and absolutely delicious.
Fresh Almond-Cardamom Halva 200g
Our freshly handcrafted halva is made with ingredients that matter. it's flaky, Creamy, and absolutely delicious.
Fresh Vanilla Halva
Our freshly handcrafted halva is made with ingredients that matter. It's Flaky, creamy, and absolutely delicious.
Fresh Pistachio Halva
Our freshly handcrafted halva is made with ingredients that matter. It's Flaky, creamy, and absolutely delicious.
Dessert
Salad
Parallel Salad
Kale, nappa cabbage, mint, sweet potato, scallions, lentils, walnuts, goat cheese, beet tahini, and lemon-honey vinaigrette.
Fattoush Salad
Red onion, bell pepper, tomato, cucumber, chickpeas, radish, zaatar spice, parsley, lemon, olives, crushed almonds, white tahini.
4 Pieces
Recommended. Made with Herbs and Chickpeas, Served with Parallel Sesame Butter *Gluten-Free*
9 Pieces
Made with Herbs and Chickpeas, Served with Parallel Sesame Butter *Gluten-Free*
6 Pieces
Recommended. Made with Herbs and Chickpeas, Served with Parallel Sesame Butter *Gluten-Free*
Falafel
Hummus
Classic Hummus
Our Classic Hummus is topped with chickpeas, white tahini, parsley, olive oil, and schug (Spicy!). Served with 2 pitas. Don't forget to add 2x hummus to your cart to receive your discount!
Chicken Shawarma On Hummus
Our House-made hummus, topped with whole chickpeas, white tahini, schug (Spicy!), pickled onions and seared chicken thigh with our House Blend Shawarma Spice. Served with 2 pitas.
Truffle Hummus
Chickpeas, white tahini, white mushrooms, onion, garlic, soy sauce, salt & pepper, truffle oil, served with 2 pitas
Arais
Three pieces of Crispy Pictachio Beef filled Pita Quarters, herby green rice, Tomato Tahini and Pickled Vegetables. *Nut allergy*
Cauliflower
Fried Cauliflower tossed with Fresh Herbs, Lemon, and Olive Oil, topped with Walnuts and Grated Tomato, and served with our Beet Tahini and Spicy Green Tahini. *Gluten-Free*
Miso Sesame Salmon Fillet
Miso-whiskey butter glazed salmon filet, served with a side of herby green rice, miso tahini and creamy coleslaw Can be made dairy free Contains Dairy and Eggs
Chicken Schnitzel
Panko breaded chicken breast, served with creamy polenta with grana padano, honey mustard & herb tahini
PARALLEL Combo
Sample our favourite dishes! includes: two crispy falafels, side of chicken shawarma, creamy coleslaw, an 80z hummus bowl, white tahini and a single pita.
Hot Dishes
Parallel Tahini
Chocolate Tahini Spread (454g)
454 g. Treat yourself with our spreadable chocolate sesame butter. With a deep and rich flavour, it's the guilt-free spread that doesn't compromise on health... or on taste.
Pure Tahini (454 G)
Our original tahini is renowned for its sweet and full flavours. Experience the flavour on its own, or add it to dressings, soups, salads, smoothies or dips for a rich, nutty twist. Now available in a larger format.
Beet Tahini (454g)
The smoothness of our original tahini gets an unexpected kick with fresh, earthy beets. Taste the richness on its own as the perfect dip, or use it as a vegan substitute for mayo on your favorite wraps. Tahini is good for 2 years from the date of production. Once opened, store in a cool, dry place. Separation of oil is natural: simply mix it back in before using. Ingredients: toasted sesame seeds, beet.
Hard Boiled Egg
Sliced hard-boiled egg garnished with a sprinkle of black pepper.
Side Carrots & Cucumber
A Gluten Free substitute for the Ozery Bakery Pitas, perfect for dipping in our Labaneh, Babaganoush, Tahini, or any of our Hummus Dishes!
Tofu
5oz fried Tofu with house teriyaki sauce (tamari, ginger, brown sugar, garlic) topped with smoky chipotle tahini, house dukkha spice blend (contains nuts), scallions . Gluten Free.
Pita
Fresh Ozery Bakery Pita. 1 Piece.
Bag Of Pitas (6pcs)
Ozery Bakery pita
3 Bags Of Pitas
Ozery Bakery Pita 3 Bag Deal!