Zaitoun
Visited by our team. Halal status checked on our visit — see how.
Afghan-style chicken strips, steak sandwiches, burgers, and roasted chicken — hidden gem
Zaitoun
A hidden gem that genuinely surprised me. Zaitoun is listed as Afghan food but the menu goes way beyond that — they have incredible chicken strips, really good burgers, steak sandwiches, roasted chicken, and more. Everything I've tried here has been exceptional.
What to Order
The chicken strips are among the best I've ever had — and I'm not even talking about flavoured or sauced strips, just the chicken itself is incredible. The chicken tenders and the burger are both fantastic. Don't go just for the Afghan food — explore the whole menu.
Must Try
The chicken strips. Genuinely one of the top chicken strip experiences I've had anywhere, halal or not. The chicken itself has incredible flavour without any special sauce.
Our take from the visit
One of the most underrated halal spots in Toronto. Zaitoun does a lot of things really well and none of it gets the attention it deserves. If you haven't discovered this place yet, consider this your sign. The chicken strips alone are worth the trip.
61/100 · Good
- Public rating (75%)
- 53/100 from Google 4.3 across 698 reviews (adjusted to 4.3 for review volume)
- Halal assurance (25%)
- 85/100: fully halal
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How it compares
- #24 of 35 scored halal spots in Scarborough.
- #2 of 3 scored afghan spots on the Hit List.
- 3 other halal listings within 3 km. Nearest scored: Showtime Bistro (1.1 km, 66), Al-Karam Sweets (1.9 km, 66), THG's Hot Chicken (2.2 km, 53).
Halal status was checked on our visit. Statuses change, so confirm with the restaurant before ordering.
Zaitoun — quick answers
Is Zaitoun halal?
Zaitoun in Scarborough is listed as "Fully halal (checked on our visit)" on the Halal Hit List. Halal status was checked on our visit. Statuses change, so confirm with the restaurant before ordering.
Where is Zaitoun located?
Zaitoun is at 2270 Markham Rd, Scarborough, Ontario, in the Malvern area.
What is the Hit List Score for Zaitoun?
61 out of 100 (Good). It blends the Google rating, weighted by review count, with halal assurance. The formula is on our methodology page.
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