- Open Every Day: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Evening Buffet: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Authentic Afghan, Pakistani & Indian
Flavors in the Heart
of Toronto
- Experience the ultimate Dawat at 60 Overlea Blvd
Our Story
A Royal Tradition of Hospitality
Dawat — meaning “grand invitation” in Urdu and Pashto — is more than a restaurant. It is an experience rooted in centuries of Afghan and Pashtun culinary tradition, brought to life in the heart of Toronto’s East York.
Every dish is crafted with authentic spices, slow-cooked meats, and recipes passed down through generations. From the smoky perfection of our Shinwari Karahi to the aromatic depth of our Kabuli Pulao, each plate tells a story.
Whether you’re joining us for morning Nashta, a family feast, or our celebrated Evening Buffet, you are always our honoured guest.
Live BBQ
Open-fire kebabs, freshly grilled to perfection
Kabuli Pulao
Afghanistan’s national dish, the traditional way
Karak Chai
Rich, spiced tea brewed fresh all day long
Evening Buffet
Unlimited spread every evening 5 PM – 12 AM
What We Serve
Our Menu
Kundus Kebab
A northern Afghan specialty — minced lamb grilled over charcoal with fragrant spices.
Shinwari Seekh Kebab
The Pashtun classic. Seasoned minced beef skewered and flame-grilled to smoky perfection.
Chicken Seekh Kebab
Tender minced chicken with herbs and spices, grilled on skewers over open flame.
Bihari Kebab
Slow-marinated beef strips, tenderized and grilled with a rich blend of spices.
Lamb Chops
Juicy bone-in lamb chops marinated overnight and char-grilled to order.
Pati Dani
Whole lamb ribs slow-cooked and grilled — a celebration dish from Afghan highlands.
Kabuli Pulao
Afghanistan’s national pride — basmati rice slow-cooked with lamb, raisins, and carrots.
Chicken Biryani
Fragrant layered rice with tender chicken, whole spices, and caramelized onions.
Beef Biryani
Rich and aromatic biryani with slow-cooked beef and house spice blend.
Mutton Biryani
Traditional mutton biryani — deep flavor, layered texture, and warming spices.
White Rice
Perfectly steamed long-grain basmati, ideal as a companion to any karahi.
Shinwari Lamb Karahi
The legendary Shinwari-style karahi — lamb in tallow fat with minimal spices, pure flavor.
Shinwari Chicken Karahi
Same beloved Shinwari method, crafted with tender bone-in chicken pieces.
Orange Chicken Karahi
A vibrant, tangy karahi with a unique citrus-tomato base and fragrant spices.
White Chicken Karahi
Creamy, mild karahi cooked without tomatoes — rich with yoghurt, cream, and black pepper.
Beans Karahi
Hearty mixed bean karahi, simmered in a spiced tomato sauce. A comfort classic.
Veal Karahi
Premium veal cooked karahi-style — tender, aromatic, and deeply satisfying.
Halwa Puri
Weekend breakfast classic — deep-fried puri bread with sweet semolina halwa and chana.
Dawat Special Nashta
Our signature breakfast platter — chef’s selection of morning favourites, all in one.
Sultan Liver Karahi
Spiced masala liver karahi — a bold, hearty breakfast option for true connoisseurs.
Egg & Tomato Karahi
Eggs poached in a rich, spiced tomato masala. Simple, warming, and delicious.
Aloo Paratha
Whole-wheat flatbread stuffed with spiced mashed potato, served with yoghurt & pickle.
Desi Spicy Omelette
A sizzling desi-style omelette packed with green chillies, onion, and tomato.
Karak Chai
Strong, intensely spiced milk tea — bold, warming, and deeply aromatic.
Kashmiri Chai
Pink tea brewed from special gunpowder leaves, topped with crushed pistachios.
Pomegranate Juice
Freshly pressed pomegranate — the jewel of Afghan fruit, served chilled.
Mint Lemon
Refreshing blended mint and lemon drink with a touch of rock salt. Perfect after a meal.
Lassi
Blended yoghurt drink available sweet or salty — a classic South Asian refresher.
Evening Buffet — Every Night
Find Us
Visit Dawat
Location
60 Overlea Blvd
East York, ON M4H 1B6
Toronto, Canada
Opening Hours
Every Day 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Buffet 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Breakfast 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Reservations
Call us or walk in anytime.
Large groups are always welcome!
DAWAT
RESTAURANT & BUFFET · TORONTO
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60 Overlea Blvd, East York, ON M4H 1B6