Soby's Eatery - Calgary

A group of us had lunch at this bright, clean and cheerful restaurant. The owner gave us his full attention. The food was simple, fresh and everything tasted great. There is not a lot of ambiance but it is very clean, bright and comfortable. I would recommend it; especially for lunch and will go there again, myself.

I first came here after a 20km walk and I was EXHAUSTED, which only made the food tastier. I was introduced to Shish Taouk here and it is far and away one of my favourite Middle Eastern dishes, it is simply exquisite.Had it again last night (a year later) and it was just as good, if not better! Plus, the proprietor was awesome, very friendly and helpful. Mix in the wonderful tea and "Eau Claire", (a pancake filled with a type of cheese, it seems, with minced pistachios and drizzled in a sweet sauce, possibly a clear honey) and it was a lovely little treat.Good location too and with a ton of TVs on, you can watch whatever sport that is on. Cannot comment on the shisha, however, though every other table (5 of them) that was occupied, was enjoying it.

I have been coming here for quite a while now, since they opened quite near to my home. Soby's immediately replaced my previous shisha spot, as I love the more relaxed vibe, and you can converse without struggling to hear over the music. I would say the demographic is a bit older then many other places, so it is not your typical shisha bar, but more of a restaurant and cafe atmosphere as well. For me that is preferable, but for anyone looking for a rowdier crowd or louder music would be better off to look elsewhere. They have a good variety of flavours, and the owners have some nice suggestions as well.The food is delicious, I usually get the Ful, which is beyond words! A really filling bean dish to eat on your own, or you can share it as well, as it comes with pita. I have tried most the veggie dishes on the menu, and they are all tasty, but the ful really stands out, and it is actually rather hard to find in Calgary, and even why I try to make it at home it is not quite as good at Soby's. I usually have tea when I go, or once in a while coffee, but my go-to is a pot of mint tea.As for the prices, I find them to be reasonable for 17th ave, you can get middle eastern food for better prices in other parts of the city, but to have the relaxing atmosphere and 17th ave location its well priced. It is also quite spacious inside, so you are not sitting with your table stacked up against the next group.The owners are very friendly, provide good service and make you feel welcome. One of the many reasons I keep coming back!

Crisp, clean setting with great Middle Eastern food; served with by the owner, with a smile and a joke. Plenty of parking on side streets. Food came quickly and tasted healthy and flavourful.

Lots of people rate their shawarma by quantity rather than quality. This place makes the tastiest shawarma chicken and beef in Calgary. Clean friendly and quick service. Their portion size is just right so that you can enjoy a few pieces of their authentic baklava. My go-to place for lunch dinner or late night snack.