Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth
Playter Estates-Danforth, Toronto
Restaurant in Toronto, Canada
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth is a practical Danforth pick for an easy Toronto meal, especially when timing flexibility and a central Greektown address matter. Book it for casual dining, group-friendly energy, and broad daily hours; cross-shop if the priority is a serious wine list, formal service, or a more specific cuisine brief.
About Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth
Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth is a Toronto venue with a casual dress code and daily hours that begin at 11:30 AM. It is open until 9 PM from Sunday through Thursday, and until 10 PM on Friday and Saturday.
Choose it for daily hours and casual dress
The clearest reason to consider Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth is timing. It opens at 11:30 AM every day, closes at 9 PM from Sunday through Thursday, and stays open until 10 PM on Friday and Saturday. That makes it straightforward to plan around the hours.
The dress code is casual, so there is no need to plan for formal attire.
Who should consider it, and who should cross-shop
Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth is easiest to evaluate on practical grounds: Toronto location, casual dress, and daily hours. It may suit diners who want a simple plan with clear opening times.
If you are comparing named options, consider Fresh on Danforth, Papyrus, Pantheon Restaurant, Christinas on the Danforth, and 7 Numbers DANFORTH as other possibilities to research. Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth earns consideration when its hours and casual dress code match the plan; for anything more specific.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 11:30 AM–9 PM · Tuesday: 11:30 AM–9 PM
- Location
- 390 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 1P3, Canada
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- astoriashishkebobhouse.com
- Phone
- +14164632838
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Astoria reads like a neighbourhood grill that has aged into its identity rather than been newly staged. The room feels like a working dining room: banquettes and closely set tables create a dense, convivial atmosphere where the patina of years shows on the walls and decor. The focus is on charcoal-grilled shish kebobs and straightforward Greek classics rather than design gestures or seasonal reinvention, so the overall tone is unpretentious, lived-in and friendly, the kind of place that rewards repeat visits for its steady, familiar character.
Best For
This is a Danforth destination built for communal, no-fuss meals. It suits family dinners, casual meetups and group outings where sharing skewers and hearty plates is the point. The restaurant’s placement in the Danforth grill corridor and its working-room layout make it ideal for nights when you want reliable, grilled Greek staples delivered without pretense. Expect a lively, neighbourhood energy rather than a hushed, formal dining experience: especially for dinners centered on souvlaki, moussaka and other classic comfort dishes.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the house strengths: order shish kebobs and the signature souvlaki, lamb and chicken are highlighted specialties, and try time-tested mains like moussaka. Kebobs arrive skewered and charred, traditionally served with bread and lemon, so share plates among the table to sample a few proteins and sides. Finish with baklava for a straightforward, familiar sweet note. Given the communal setup and the restaurant’s steady, working-room pace, come prepared to enjoy robust, simply executed flavours rather than elaborate, fussy presentations.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and inviting with a casual, family-run atmosphere despite a simple interior.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- lamb souvlaki
- chicken souvlaki
- moussaka
- baklava
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 390 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 1P3, Canada
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM–9 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–9 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–9 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–10 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–10 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–9 PM
Location
390 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 1P3, Canada · Directions
Also consider
Where to look if it is not the right fit
Choose Fresh on Danforth for a plant-forward meal, or Papyrus when Egyptian cooking is the point of the booking. For a Greek-leaning Danforth comparison, check Pantheon Restaurant or Christinas on the Danforth.
Restaurant context
How it compares on Danforth
Fresh on Danforth is the clearer choice for plant-forward diners, while Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth is the more natural pick for a casual Danforth meal with a broader neighborhood-restaurant feel. Neither should be treated as a formal splurge; the decision is mostly about what kind of food the group wants.
Papyrus is better when the meal needs a more specific Egyptian identity. Pantheon Restaurant and Christinas on the Danforth are the closest cross-shops for diners comparing Greek-leaning Danforth rooms, so use those when ambiance and cuisine fit matter more than pure convenience.
7 Numbers DANFORTH is the better alternate when Italian comfort food suits the group. For easiest booking logic, Astoria is the practical pick; for a more defined culinary lane, choose the peer that matches the craving.
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Compare Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth | Toronto | No published awards |
| Fresh on Danforth | Toronto | No published awards |
| Papyrus | Toronto | No published awards |
| Pantheon Restaurant | Toronto | No published awards |
| 7 Numbers DANFORTH | Toronto | No published awards |
| Christinas on the Danforth | Toronto | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth?
Keep it casual. The dress code for Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth is casual.
Is lunch or dinner better at Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth?
The hours start at 11:30 AM every day. Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth closes at 9 PM Sunday through Thursday and 10 PM on Friday and Saturday, so choose the time that best fits your schedule and confirm any menu-specific details directly.
What are alternatives to Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth?
Fresh on Danforth, 7 Numbers DANFORTH, Papyrus, Christinas on the Danforth, and Pantheon Restaurant are other named options to compare.
Is Astoria Shish Kebob House -Danforth good for a special occasion?
Only basic planning information is available: casual dress and daily hours.
