Fast-growing restaurant chain brings bold Mediterranean flavours to the heart of the city
Tahini’s Restaurants, celebrated for its innovative Mediterranean fusion cuisine and recognized as one of Canada’s fastest-growing restaurant chains, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest location in Toronto’s bustling Queen & Spadina neighborhood.
Located at 430 Queen St. W., the new restaurant officially opens its doors on May 25, 2025. This expansion brings Tahini’s bold flavours, modern Mediterranean inspired dishes, and welcoming atmosphere to one of the city’s most dynamic food and culture hubs.
“Opening at Queen and Spadina is a huge milestone for us,” says Tahini’s Founder and CEO, Omar Hamam. “This corner represents the heart of Toronto’s energy and culture, and we’re proud to now be part of such a vibrant and diverse community.”
Tahini’s menu is known for its fusion of Mediterranean tradition with bold, international flavours. The menu features standout dishes like the Crispy Spice Shawarma, Jamaican Jerk Shawarma, and the newest addition, the Korean BBQ Shawarma. Each dish is crafted with fresh ingredients and bold, globally inspired flavours, giving a modern twist to Mediterranean classics.
The new Toronto location is proudly owned and operated by Charitha Gurram, who brings years of experience in the food industry and a deep passion for hospitality. Known for her strong leadership, commitment to guest satisfaction, and love for bold flavours, Charitha is excited to bring a fresh, welcoming energy to Tahini’s newest downtown location.
“Opening this restaurant is a dream come true,” says Gurram. “It’s the result of vision, dedication, and a genuine love for creating memorable moments through food and service. We’re ready to make Tahini’s a local favourite on Queen Street.”
Tahini’s now boasts more than 60 locations nationwide and aims to reach 100 by 2025. With eyes on international expansion, the company is actively seeking franchise partners and area representatives to help bring its unique Mediterranean fusion to even more communities.
Interested parties can learn more at www.tahinis.com/franchise or contact Shawn Saraga at [email protected].
For more information, go to www.tahinis.com.
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About Tahini’s:
Tahini’s is a unique, category leading quick service restaurant group founded in 2012 and currently operating 50 locations across Canada, in addition to operating Tahini’s Kitchen within select FreshCo locations, a Sobey’s banner, and offering a selection of Tahini’s retail packaged products through select grocers. The brand has been fueled by nearly 2 billion views across all of its social media channels and is preparing for rapid growth across Canada and internationally.