Top 2 Best Syrian Food Near Vancouver, British Columbia

Syrian cooking shares much with Lebanese food, but has its own specialties, especially from Aleppo and Damascus: Aleppo-pepper kebabs, fatteh, kibbeh in many forms, and sheesh barak dumplings in yogurt.

Vancouver has two standout Syrian restaurants, and we've kept this guide to the places we could verify.

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How We Chose These Syrian Restaurants

We included restaurants serving Syrian food as a main focus that are open in 2026 and recognised by the Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards.

Best Syrian Restaurants in Vancouver at a Glance

Top 2 Best Syrian Restaurants Near Vancouver, BC

1. Yasma – Coal Harbour, Vancouver

An upscale Syrian and Lebanese restaurant on Denman Street, using imported spices and halal meats butchered in house.

What to order: Aleppo lamb and chicken kebabs and fried kibbeh.

Why it made the list: Vancouver Magazine's Best Middle Eastern Gold in 2023 and Silver in 2026.

Address: 550 Denman St | Price: $$$

2. Tayybeh – Mount Pleasant, Vancouver

A Syrian restaurant run by newcomer Syrian women chefs, which moved to a bigger West Broadway space in 2026.

What to order: Fatteh, kibbeh, sheesh barak and mutabbal.

Why it made the list: Home-style Syrian cooking with a community mission, and a 2025 Vancouver Magazine honourable mention.

Address: 151 W Broadway | Price: $$

Syrian Dishes to Know Before You Go

• Kibbeh: bulgur and meat croquettes.
• Fatteh: toasted bread, chickpeas and yogurt.
• Sheesh barak: meat dumplings in yogurt sauce.
• Aleppo kebab: kebabs with Aleppo pepper.
• Mutabbal: smoky eggplant and tahini dip.

Where to Find Syrian Food in Metro Vancouver

Coal Harbour, Vancouver

Home to Yasma.

Mount Pleasant, Vancouver

Home to Tayybeh.

Tips for Eating Syrian Food in Vancouver

• Share plates: Syrian meals are built around mezze for the table.
• Try the sweets: Look for knafeh and baklava.
• Book on weekends: Small family-run rooms fill up fast.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I eat Syrian food in Vancouver?

Yasma on Denman Street and Tayybeh on West Broadway.

What is the difference between Syrian and Lebanese food?

They share many dishes, but Syrian cooking has its own specialties such as Aleppo kebabs and sheesh barak.

What should I order?

Kibbeh, fatteh and sheesh barak.

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