Very cool interiors, spacious, bright and spotless clean.
The overall decor doesn't necessarily relate to "Iraqi cuisine", but it's fresh and clean and fun to look around.
The food is average, some items are better than others, but overall still about or below mediocre.
Just like the decor, the menu does not really include main authentic Iraqi plates, although some of them might have the same name(s) on the menu, but preparation, look and taste os something else.
The beef Kababs are actually good, flavourful..close enough to the traditional authentic Iraqi kababs.
As for the beef shawarma, I was highly disappointed with the taste, it had a different unique taste and structure. It's more of a layer meat slices rather than actual shawarma.
Presentations are cool and modern..which goes along with the other areas of the restaurant.
They sometime have a live oud player on weekend, which is a nice touch.
They have a patio that just opened up this summer serving hookahs outside, unfortunately the hookah did not live up to expectations as well. The patio looks like half-done also, missing any shades/umbrellas, heaters, etc..
In terms of pricing, it's more on the pricy side, charging $22 for a hookah for example, you would expect what you pay for..
East Tea Can has a massive potential to standout and be THE PLACE serving Iraqi food in Mississauga, especially that there are only handful restaurants within this category in the area, and the ambiance and decor is just right and inviting. Tweak the menu, make it less busy while focusing on the main items and make them better..rather than having more and sacrifice the quality.