#1,949 in Toronto. 13 Redditors across 21 mentions, Apr 2024 to Jun 2026.
What Reddit says
Redditors often name it among the best Persian food in Toronto, praising the food quality and a more modern take on classic dishes. Some tie the quality to a specific chef being in the kitchen.
Paraphrased from the comments below.
What to order
- Kebabs1 Redditor
- Mezze & Hummus1 Redditor
- Steak1 Redditor
In their words
Short excerpts, each linked to the full comment on Reddit.
“Some of the best Persian food in Toronto was at Banu.”
Loved itr/FoodToronto, Jun 2026Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “Banu is far and away the best persian food in the city, as long as chef Amir is there.”
Loved itr/FoodToronto, Jul 2024Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “banu is more modern and they take some liberties but the food quality is really good”
Liked itr/FoodToronto, Jul 2024Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “fantastic food. On queen west”
Liked itr/FoodToronto, Jul 2024Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “Iranian from Banu”
Liked itr/FoodToronto, Apr 2026Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “Banu On Queen Qest was amazing.”
Loved itr/FoodToronto, Nov 2025Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “baba ganoush tasted like cigarettes and everything else was just…off”
Not a fanr/FoodToronto, Jan 2025Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “Banu”
Liked itr/FoodToronto, Mar 2026Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “worst meal I've ever had. The kebabs were dry as sand and tasted disgusting”
Disliked itr/FoodToronto, Jan 2025Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “Banu is incredible.”
Loved itr/FoodToronto, Jul 2024Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “banu (persian)”
Liked itr/FoodToronto, Jul 2024Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab) “There was Banu near by but these people are doing well.”
Mentionedr/FoodToronto, Dec 2025Read on Reddit (opens in a new tab)
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