If you are looking for an authentic Lebanese place, then this is the place for you…read more I am a Lebanese , living in the US and each time I visit Montreal, I make sure I visit this place at least once. I love the food, great menu and service. The place is small and can get busy, but if you can make it then it is worthwhile the wait. Thank you Grace, Chef and the rest of the staff. Keep up the authentic work.

This place came highly recommended from a Lebanese acquaintance; reservs were full so we called &…read morelucked out! This place is a gem. Hole in the wall, warm family like vibe that we love while ALL the food made for one of the tastiest meals we've ever had! A large group of students came in and shared many dishes given how abundant the servings...my son's considering McGill, and this was our first & favorite meal in Montreal. Fattoush Salad - a delightful so very fresh combo Dip Taster - I've had all these many times before but never done quite as well Mixed Grill Platter - the spices in the meats were delicious while the toum was mouth watering out of this world! We had our first glasses of Aryan- yummier than cold sake imho, so good!

The Short Version: Popular shawarma place on Sainte…read moreCatherine Street. The beef shawarma was pretty good. The Long Version: My husband and I were chilling in our hotel when my husband had a hankering for some shawarma. He didn't want to go too far, and I encouraged him to try a new-to-us place, lol. So a quick search led him to Shawarmaz. Shawarmaz is a Canadian company that started 2013 in Montreal. It has several locations but they are all in the Greater Montreal Area. My husband got the beef shawarma in a pita $9.79. They have the option of getting your shawarma in Saj bread or a baguette and those options are more expensive. He got lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, turnips and onions. For his sauces he got hummus, spicy garlic and chipotle. He enjoyed the shawarma. I had a bite so I could review it (I also went with him so I could see the restaurant and take pictures) haha. I thought it was pretty good. They give you a decent amount of protein. And the beef was flavourful and not gristly. I was surprised that the wrap was not too spicy considering the sauces he chose. The decor is fast food restaurant-like. Service was good but it did take a while for the food, although it's likely because there was a pretty long line up. Review #205 (2025)

Magic poutine was okay--the crispy strips on top were a little strange. Gravy was a little too…read moresweet for my liking

From the owner: Moroccan restaurant, pastry shop, and catering Moroccan and Algerian foods prepared fresh daily…read more Authentic dishes served with pastries & tea in a casual space, with a halal meat counter & imported dry goods. We offer a full catering service.

C'est beau. C'est chaud. C'est très Montréal…read more Where do I begin? Absolument fantastique! On our very first night in Montréal, we did what any responsible travelers would do: absolutely no planning whatsoever. We wandered in on a whim and somehow landed straight into what can only be described as a culinary jackpot. First visit to the city, and honestly, it set the bar so high everything else on the trip is still emotionally recovering. As a first-time visitor to Montreal, I can't imagine a better way to kick off a vacation with friends. We arrived during a full-on heat wave, which meant the restaurant was doing its best impression of "authentic Mediterranean sauna experience." But here's the twist: nobody cared. Not even a little. The food and service were working overtime to distract us from the fact that we were gently melting into our chairs. Before long, espresso martinis were appearing with suspicious frequency, and a perfectly respectable Negroni made an appearance as well. Now. We must talk about the true headliner. No notes. No edits. No constructive criticism. I do not say this lightly, but the fresh pita may have been life-changing. If you enjoy pita, feta, flavor, joy, serotonin, or the concept of happiness itself, please order it immediately. Do not consult the group. Do not "wait and see." Just act. NOW. No modifications. No hesitation. No regrets. The entrées were also fantastic. In fact, they were so fantastic that I failed my duties as a vacation food photographer. The plates vanished so quickly that I couldn't even get a proper photo, and now I can't remember what anyone ordered. It had already been spiritually consumed and physically erased from our plates. And then, just when we thought the night had peaked, Montréal said: "hold my espresso martini!" As we were leaving, we witnessed one final moment that sealed the experience. We witnessed a waiter sprinting down the sidewalk in a full-speed Olympic-level pursuit of a diner who had left their sunglasses behind. Did he catch them? No. Did it matter? Also no. The commitment alone deserved a standing ovation and possibly its own medal ceremony. The effort, determination, and Olympic-level commitment to customer service did not go unnoticed. Highly recommend. 10/10 Tres bon!

This place was a great spot for lunch mid sight seeing. I came by right as it was opening and it…read morequickly filled up. The waiters were very nice and apologized for the wait for our drinks (which I didn't even feel like it was too long). I love the decor inside with all the plants and that they have fresh air circulating through the dining room. I will say it was unusually hot the day we went but still much cooler than being in the direct heat outside. The calamari had such a great batter and it was super crispy and fresh. They have a lunch special and I got a chicken gyro with fries. Their tzatziki is the BEST one I've ever had, perfectly balanced. The octopus salad was pretty oily though and it didn't feel as refreshing as I was hoping. The menu said you can add pita for an extra charge and I went with it not knowing the salad already came with it. That's the only reason I didn't give this place 5 stars.

Garde Cote was recommended to us by Hotel Nelligan as we we couldn't get into Joe Beef. We were…read morewonderfully surprised by this choice, and turned out to be a quality meal. The manager/owner made sure to sell us a carry of great options to create our own custom tasting menu that accommodated our allergies. The Chilean sea bass was absolutely amazing, as well as the sides and dips! Be sure to give them a try

What is a vacation without formal night?…read more There's complaints about the speed of things, but if you want fast food, there's a McDonalds around the area. This is about slowing it down, and savoring the company you're with, the food, the drink and the environment, just sit back and enjoy the ride. Service was very welcoming and warm, merci! We had a party of 7 Had 1 app, and 3 mains, which each come with a side and 2 bottles of wine, which I highly recommend. Our only regret is not getting dessert, but with definitely come back to Ikanos next time I am in Montreal C'est Bon!

Was walking down crescent street and noticed this new place. Bright clean and welcoming…read more This is a new fresh,clean Mediterranean restaurant. The owner and his staff of welcoming and friendly and are there to explain the menu and even gave us some sample to try. First dish was the hummus. It reminded me when I was back touring the Middle East. The hummus was so fresh and you can taste the ingredients with a hint of lemon juice. It was so good we order another one. Second dish Muhuhammara This is a dish with garlic, pepper, walnuts and outlive oil. This was a hit. I could not believe how good it tasted and how fresh it tatsted Third Roasted cauliflower This is one of my favorite things to eat and they did it perfectly. Roasted and seasoned just the way I like it. They put a touch of tahini on top. I would of gotten more but they sold out. 4th dish Grilled chicken in lemon Usually the chicken is dry. Not here it was supper moist and the Lemmon sauce was right on point. Not to overpowering. It blended well with all the spicies. This is a must try if you like Mediterranean food. not only is the food amazing the staff go out of the way to make you feel welcome

Had the best lunch here! The person behind the counter explained the menu to us and we shared five…read moredishes. Soooooo good. The tiger shrimp and couscous was to die for. Super fresh hummus and this red pepper walnut dip which was to die for. I was so full at the end. The only dish I didn't love was the tabbouleh.

Wonderful find. Welcome was warm and helpful. It's a little oasis in the city with lovely decor…read more Falafel and kofta bowls were both delicious, full of so many wonderful flavors. Come and try it!

The service was very good and friendly but the food was very middle of the road, especially given…read morethe ratings/reviews.

Delicious spot for a quick casual bite. Love that they toasted the outside for an extra…read moreLayer of texture. The potato's with the garlic sauce are out of this world! My only qualm while dining in is that ventilation is not great. It gets quite Smokey inside so my eyes started to itch and water. The food is worth it!

Great late night drunchies spot on Rue Crescent! They're open until 4AM, so you can pop in for a…read morelate night snack or to grab something as a hangover meal (future you will thank you). Upon entering the restaurant, I'm instantly reminded of the late nights waiting at a halal cart in nyc after a night out. This restaurant itself is not the cleanest and rather chaotic on weekend nights. Theres usually a long line to order, but it moves rather quickly and efficiently. The staff members aren't the friendliest, but they get the job done LOL. You'll find a bunch of hungry and probably drunk people sitting at the cafeteria styled seats at night. The food is the main selling point here though. I've gotten the mixed platter and shawarma platter; both with generous servings of protein all doused in a flavorful sauce. Ordered the poutine recently and was also impressed how much they loaded the protein. It was a little on the saltier side and wished they had more cheese curds, but still pretty enjoyable. The fries were also more like small potato wedges. I've recommended this place countless times for almost any point of the day, but they especially hit the spot after a long night.