HAYAL KURDISH CIGKOFTE RESTAURANT

Seher Cevizci AVCİ2 months ago

★★★★★

We tried the liver shish and mumbar at Hayal Kurdish Çiğköfte, and everything was absolutely delicious. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the staff were very friendly. It was a really enjoyable experience overall—definitely a place I would recommend!

Maya Khazin6 months ago

★★★★★

Absolutely loved this place and we can't wait to come back! We've never had Kurdish food and boy were we in for a treat. When I saw the menu I thought a lot was similar to Turkish food and foods that I've tried at Turkish restaurants, you don't even need to go to Turkish restaurants anymore because wow 10/10 the flavours blew our tastebuds out of the water. Don't believe me? Try it yourself. For a little less than $85 (with tax and 25% tip) it fed my husband and I and we had leftovers for at least 1 more person both as an entree and a dessert (and that complimentary tea was delicious, very smooth). We ordered a United Nations Tray for 1 (more like for 3!) a Beef and cheese pide, and a Knuefe for dessert (they apologized for the wait ??? But it was only maybe 7-10 minutes! Because they were frying it up fresh). We were in for a treat the moment we walked in. The love they put into the atmosphere, comfy (and nice looking) chairs, beautiful wood tables. Even the washroom felt upscale (with a bidet to boot!). We asked about a highchair since I didn't notice one around and they said they keep them in the back, so we are looking forward to bringing our baby. What a wonderful experience, thank you all so much! We love a great family run restaurant Editing to add they didnt have a high chair when we went 1.5 months later

Kawa Zolfaghari4 months ago

★★★★★

I went to Hayal Kurdish Çigkofte Restaurant and absolutely loved it. The food was delicious, and the music really made me feel like I was back home. I especially appreciated that the kitchen is open and visible from the seating area—you can clearly see how clean it is, which made me feel very comfortable. The staff were very kind and attentive. I left truly happy and satisfied. Highly recommend. Her bijîn hevalno

Imad Jawadi7 months ago

★★★★★

A Must-Visit: Authentic, Flavorful, and Incredibly Welcoming! I had a wonderful dinner at Hayal Kurdish Restaurant on Wilson Avenue last night, and I'm already planning my next visit! The atmosphere was so warm and inviting. It feels less like a restaurant and more like you're a welcome guest in someone's home. But the food... wow! We started with a selection of mezzes, and that were bursting with fresh, bright flavours. The bread served alongside it was warm, pillowy, and great for dipping. For the main course, I went with the grilled kebab platters, and it was cooked quite well. The meat was tender, juicy, and seasoned with a delicious, aromatic spices that were flavorful without being overwhelming. You can just tell that everything is made with so much care and quality ingredients. The service was just as fantastic as the food. The staff was genuinely friendly, and happy to offer recommendations. Hayal is a true gem on Kurdish cuisine. If you're looking for authentic Kurdish cuisine, amazing flavors, and a place that makes you feel welcome, you have to try it. I will definitely be back!

Michelle10 months ago

★★★★★

I stopped by Hayal Kurdish Cigkofte Restaurant for the first time and was immediately struck by the warmth of the place. A mother and daughter were running everything — the mother cooking in the back, and the daughter taking orders and serving. They were both so kind and welcoming, happy to explain the menu and even gave me a sample of their çiğ köfte to try — which was absolutely delicious. I ordered the Ali Nazik kebab (also called Alinazik), and honestly, I might order it every time I come back. It’s such a comforting, craveable dish — smoky eggplant purée mixed with yoghurt, topped with tender lamb stew. It’s creamy and rich but still feels fresh and balanced. I believe it’s traditionally served with rice pilaf, but I enjoyed it just as it was, straight from the plate with a fork. I also had the dolmas, which were wrapped nice and thin just the way I like them — and they were super flavourful. I also tried the acılı ezme which was super refreshing and had a great little kick. Everything was homemade, and you could feel the care behind the food. I’m already looking forward to going back. Highly recommend if you're looking for something real and made with heart.