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| - I think I must have come on an off day because my experience is quite different from everyone else's. I came here because of a few elite taste buds I trust rated this one at least 4 stars. For me, the wilting pink edged lettuce, soggy and soft falafels, and lukewarm mushy potatoes, make me think they changed a lot since the other reviews.
This spot shares the same lot as the Brampton Courthouse. So don't be surprised to see a lot of police cars about and if anything, it might make you feel safer. Fattoush is a fast casual spot. It's not very big or bright but it's functional and fairly clean. It reminds me of most fast food spots.
Service here is attentive and kind. You have a question or a request to swap... no problems. Prices here are fairly reasonable, especially if you get the deal of the day. My concerns came quickly when I spied the vegetables on display.. the lettuce looked old and already decaying with it's pink and brown edges. Not a good sign.
Falafel plate with large salad & roasted potatoes - A very generous plate of vegetables topped with olives, pickled vegetables, peppers, and tomatoes. There was 5 falafels on top coated with the requested garlic and hot sauce. Unfortunately the brown and pink lettuce put me off immediately. Also the garlic sauce was not garlicky at all and the hot sauce was super mild. The falafels were not cooked either... mushy and uncooked in the middle with the outside being moderately crispy but more oil drenched. I think they were cooked in a low temperature. The potatoes looked good but they were really just lukewarm boiled potatoes with the 2 mild tasting sauces. 2.5/5
Hummus with beef - Another large dish of hummus that was generously poured in and topped with some beef that was reheated on the griddle. Though it was a big portion, nothing stuck out as being flavourful. I do have to mention the hummus was at least very smooth. I'm not sure if they made it in house or not. 3/5
Falafel side - Same issues as the Falafel plate... undercooked, soggy, and oil drenched. It's unfortunate and I seem to be looking for another spot for my falafel fix. 2/5
Overall, it seems to be run by a nice person but I think the execution and quality doesnt match what others have experienced here. Perhaps a year later, things changed for the worst? That would be unfortunate.
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