I've been seeing a lot of recommendations for Damas in Montreal, so we made a point to book a…read morereservation. The restaurant was very well decorated and had a certain character to it. It was fairly quiet, the service was prompt and responsive, although our server missed our order for the hummus and bread platter, so missed out on that. The decor and ambiance matched the Syrian cuisine. The overall prices were about $$ to $$$, depending on the entree. Here's what we ordered: Hibiscus Sipper (8/10) - a refreshing cocktail on gin and hibiscus. It was a bit on the tart side but a good drink that I enjoyed. Shish Borek (9/10) - lamb dumplings in a sheep milk yogurt. Expertly made and so delicious. One of the many highlights of our meal. Rack of Lamb (10/10) - an amazing rack of lamb, cooked with flavorful spices with a nice crispy light char that made for a fantastic first bite! The entree came with an assortment of vegetables Batata Harra (10/10) - spicy potatoes with a bit of lemon and coriander. It came out hot and fresh and was just the right amount of crispy on the outside and light and fluffy potato inside. Kunafa (8/10) - a dessert made of sheep milk cheese and pistachios. It was served warm, very rich and sweet. Overall, we were happy we visited and had an amazing meal at Damas!

This restaurant was on our list during our trip to Montreal…read more The restaurant is beautifully decorated. The warm colors give it a modern vibe, yet very traditional. We started out with the Dumplings facon shish barak - 10/10. This starter was outstanding. Our main dish was the rack of lamb - 10/10. This dish was phenomenal. The flavor of the lamb paired with the eggplant and tahini sauce was amazing. For dessert we had the Kunafa - 8/10. Great dessert, but a bit too sweet for me. Our waiter was good, however he did forget to bring us another appetizer we ordered. By the time we realized our appetizer wasn't coming we told him about it, and he said there was a miscommunication on the order. So, at that point we just told him not to bring it. Overall, I would definitely try this place out. Their food is really great!

Trying this place for the first time and it surprised me! We were joking about the name (Thammada…read moremeans Typical/average in Thai). The ambience is chic and relaxing. We tried staple dishes like Peak Gai Tod (chicken wings app) which was a good change compared to a typical ones tossed in sweet chili sauce which I often find to be too sweet-- this one is more fish sauce forward with a hint of maybe tamarind tanginess? Good in general. For main course we got shrimp pad thai, beef Pad see ew, and braised beef short ribs Panang. The panang is top notch! The meat was tender and generous, if anything I wish there were more curry broth and a bit more spice. But overall would definitely order again. Both noodle dishes were great and well prepared. This place is definitely Mai Thammada! Kudos to the wait staff for their excellent service.

I love this restaurant it is amazing!!! The food was beyond my expectation and I loved everything…read moreand the amazing service too. Def get reservations ahead of time as this place is small and fills up quickly!!

This review is for the old port location. We were excited and hopeful that Oncle Lee would provide…read moreMontréal with a much needed mid/high end Chinese restaurant. Unfortunately it didn't deliver. Every dish (I mean every dish) came in a bed of brown (bean?) sauce and had a pile of coriander on top. Fish, bean sauce and coriander. Eggplant, bean sauce and coriander. Beef and broccoli, bean sauce and coriander. The duck wraps, no bean sauce but the main accompaniment is coriander. There was really just one flavor profile across the entire meal, bean sauce and coriander. The service was slow (we had to cancel a second drink order because we were done eating before they arrived), and the music is waaaay too loud. The room looks good but I'd take good food over a hip room any day. Disappointing!

Id like to start out by saying the food is fabulous, and Im a repeat customer - and plan on being…read moreone!! I love their sesame noodles and the garlic fried rice, and the duck is great to share with a small group. Everything is always delicious and high quality. However my last visit was very strange - the waitress brought out a candle on a little figurine saying "well since you didnt order dessert, but happy birthday" - I was really confused, and even asked her if my husband indicated it was my birthday in the reservation (she confirmed he didnt), but she had noticed our other friend at the table had given me a gift bag. Anyways, I reacted with polite confusion and a "thank you" and thought that was that, but was very disappointed to come up from the bathroom and hear her openly trash-talking me to the other staff in the kitchen adjacent to the stairs to the bathroom, about how I wasnt nice about the candle? Like lady, I had a small bag that was a condolence gift, on my way back from putting my dog to sleep, and never was rude even once? Its not like we asked for it or wanted it. We'll ask for a different waitstaff next time and continue to come in - we do really love the restaurant, just had a very bizarre evening with our waitress.

Literally one of my favorite meals during my most recent trip. We were a walk in because we are so…read morebad at making reservations ahead of time - desolee! So glad that staff was able to seat us at the bar because the restaurant was mostly full. It's got this like old pirate ship kind of feel - looks like repurposed wood, a lot of lamp lights and generally a good time. I'm pretty sure that their menu changes from season to season. While we were there, we got the oysters, the bourgots, THE 12 INCH HOTDOG, and a caramel-y pasta dish. I also got a glass of white. The food was FANTASTIC. I also saw someone order a whole boat of oysters and temporarily felt envy, to which my friend said there's literally 2 of us. No way we can eat a small boat's worth of oysters. I really liked the vibe of this restaurant. Staff are bilingual, which always makes things easier when you're traveling. It's also opened late.

Loved everything about this cute bar! The food was delicious and the drinks were even better! Staff…read morewas super attentive and the interior was cozy and cute! I loved everything about it! I had an amazing espresso martini and then split the ravioli and risotto! Highly recommend!

The Brussels sprouts with hummus and the ceviche Barranco are delicious, and service was prompt.read more

Great flavors and a fun vibe. The small plates are perfect for sharing, and cocktails were well…read moremade. Slight wait, but worth it.

I absolutely love this brunch spot. Located right at the corner of Bloomfield and Van Horne, the…read morepatio is a good spot to people watch as you enjoy your cappuccino. The staff here are incredible as well. So nice and attentive even on a busy Sunday morning. I arrived without a reservation but the staff worked quite hard to shift things around to reserve a table for us in 15mins. First tip, MAKE A RESERVATION! The food here is simple, fresh and so satisfying. Very photogenic lol. I loved the savory yogurt with the Turkish eggs and added bacon. It really pulled everything together. The bacon being salty was well balanced with the yogurt. The eggs were soft boiled which I love! My buddy had the Palestinian eggs which also looked great and he gobbled up pretty quick. We each had 2 cups of coffee. I tried the well made cappuccino and an americano after brunch. The coffee here is smooth with low acidity. The americano is nutty with hints of chocolate. I'll definitely come back! Bon appetit!

An absolutely incredible gastronomic experience awaits at this intimate, trendy restaurant. The…read morefood has a middle eastern twist, and we shared the Jerusalem platter. It is a smorgasbord of delights, hummus, babaganouj, etc. Artfully presented, the food just melts in your mouth. It makes sense it is located across the street from Damas, another Middle Eastern 5 star delight! Come here with a big appetite. You won't be disappointed. From the service, to the ambiance, to the INCREDIBLE food, this is an experience you won't soon forget.

The hype is not overstated! Amazing food!…read more Limited menu based on the best at the time ingredients Professional service! Intimate venue! The Queen of non-alcoholic cocktails! Well worth the trek from centre ville

***4.5 Stars***…read more Solid Italian restaurant in Montreal with a focused menu. 7 appetizers, 3 pastas and 3 entrees to choose from. An intimate and mostly casual atmosphere. I had a great Negroni and wife had one of the best non-alcoholic drinks ever. Mostly Italian wines by the glass. We shared the scallop crudo, buffalo mozzarella and beef carpaccio appetizers. The scallop was probably my favorite out of the 3, but the sheer size of the beef carpaccio dish would make me order it again (good to share amongst 3-4 ppl). For mains, we ordered the cavatelli with pork ragu and the lamb special. The pasta was nicely al dente which complemented well with the tangy-savory cherry tomato and olive ragu. The pear tart with white chocolate yogurt was also a good way to end the meal. Overall a great Italian option in Montreal that I would return to.

We LOVED it here! It's such a cute bistro/wine bar. The dimmed lighting and intimate vibe was…read moreperfect for a date night. We sat at the bar and ordered our first charcuterie board in Montreal, it was hands down the best we had during our stay. We got to select from so many categories and built our perfect board! we had to have the bartender help us as we weren't exactly certain of everything in French and they were more than helpful! The wine selection was really nice as well. Wished this place was around the corner!

It gets crowded fast, but the energy is part of the charm. Food and wine were both excellent.read more

Food is consistent. fries are really the main reason to come here. poutine is good but not the best…read morein the city. still a great option if you're in the area.

Darn tasty poutine I must say. Brown gravy had a touch of spice. Cole slaw was mild and paired…read morenicely with my poutine. Nice outdoor space & great service.

Hands down the best poutine fusion in Montreal. The Portugese chicken compliments the poutine very…read morewell and definitely a dark horse in Montreal. They don't seem to get as much attention as some other poutine places, but don't sleep on this experience. For their price, it is a lot of food, one large serving of their 19$ grilled chicken with sausage and poutine is a great meal that will last you the entire day, it was more than enough for two. They debone two legs of chicken on top of the poutine that they pulled fresh off their grill! Service was fast, there is plenty of room to eat at the restaurant and they have a separate counter for the pastries. We had to get some of their Portuguese tarts (10$ for 6) and they were also amazing. Creamy, custardy, perfectly baked. It reheated well in the air fryer when we brought some back as souvenirs to enjoy. This is a place worth stopping by in Montreal, poutine in one hand and a batch of tarts for dessert on the other.

The Portuguese chicken poutine here is literally top tier. The mix of the chicken, chorizo, and…read moresauce is elite, and the portions are huge. Honestly, the only reason it's not a 5-star is because the line is always insane and it gets super crowded inside, but the food low-key makes up for it. Def a must-try in Montreal!