Tahini’s Restaurants, one of Canada’s fastest-growing restaurant chains, has announced the grand openings of two new locations in Ontario this May: one in Toronto’s vibrant Queen and Spadina neighbourhood and another in the heart of Newmarket. These openings mark an exciting milestone for the Mediterranean fusion brand as it continues its rapid national expansion.
The Toronto location, situated at 430 Queen St. W., will officially open its doors on May 25. “Opening at Queen and Spadina is a huge milestone for us,” said Omar Hamam, Founder and CEO of Tahini’s. “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.”
The downtown Toronto restaurant is owned and operated by Charitha Gurram, a seasoned hospitality professional with a passion for bold flavours and exceptional service. “Opening this restaurant is a dream come true,” said 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.”
Just a week earlier, on May 18, Tahini’s will open its newest Newmarket location at 17480 Yonge St. “This is such an exciting milestone for Tahini’s as we continue expanding across Canada,” said Hamam. “Newmarket is a vibrant and fast-growing community, and we’re thrilled to introduce our fresh take on Mediterranean cuisine to the neighbourhood.”
The Newmarket location is operated by Kalyan and Anitha, a husband and wife duo whose shared love for food and community drives their work. “This opportunity means so much to us,” said Kalyan. “We’ve always dreamed of owning a restaurant that brings people together over great food, and Tahini’s allows us to do just that. We’re excited to welcome the community and share the bold flavours that make this brand so special.”
Tahini’s is widely recognized for its bold, globally inspired take on Mediterranean classics. Signature dishes include the Crispy Spice Shawarma, Jamaican Jerk Shawarma, and the newly launched Korean BBQ Shawarma, all made with fresh ingredients and packed with flavour.
With over 60 locations across Canada and plans to reach 100 by the end of 2025, Tahini’s is continuing to grow rapidly and is actively seeking franchise partners and area representatives to help bring its unique offerings to more communities.
For franchise opportunities, visit www.tahinis.com/franchise or contact Shawn Saraga at shawn@tahinis.com.
Founded in 2012, Tahini’s is a category-leading quick service restaurant group specializing in Mediterranean fusion. With locations across Canada, partnerships with FreshCo, and a line of retail products, Tahini’s has been fueled by nearly 2 billion views across its channels and is now preparing for international growth.
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