Oh my my my! I don't even know where to begin. We needed a lunch spot that would appeal to the palate of our friend visiting from overseas. She was also on her way back home that day so we wanted to send her off with some good food memories. We needed spicy, vegetarian, and filling. The way I was googling, flipping through Eater. Woo - the pressure! Sumac was it because like who doesn't love falafel?? (If you don't, then be quiet and keep scrolling). We kept it simple with 3 pitas and a large order of spicy lamb fries without the lamb, but with the spice. I've never seen such huge pita in my life. Even at the very bottom there were still falafel. And the fries. I could cry. The pita was very soft and flavorful. The food was a work of art. Things: -chair and bench style seating. I was comfortable in the chair which is always a win. -service was excellent. You choose a seat then order at the counter. Someone clears your plates and mess. -they don't take AMEX read more

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What is good Sumac Restaurant! So I'm TN4K from Brooklyn visiting Montreal and the place I'm staying at recommend you. Now I love recommendations makes my life easier. We are on an odd schedule up here do to the time falling back and all. So it's 5pm which was normally 6pm 2 days ago, Sumac is the only place open. Half the other food spots are closed at 4, coming at 5pm or opens at 6pm. I'm starving so waiting is not an option! Thank you so much for being opening and have great food. read more

The chicken wrap was indeed delicious, especially all the pickled goodies at the bottom. The large salad is hardly large but still enjoyed it quite a bit. It was zesty and fresh. Great delivery option! read more

Sumac - Middle Eastern Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

During one of my first visits to Montreal, I was telling my friend, how I love the diversity of people and food, authenticity everywhere! We were walking the streets and this little place caught my eye. I had NO idea what to order, so my friend ordered everything for us! My goodness, I could have licked the plate clean if it was publicly appropriate! Unfortunately I don't remember much of what was ordered, but I'm sure if you showed the lovely employees of the following pictures, they can hell you out. Now only if I could have written this all in French... read more

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I visited Montreal for a weekend and I was craving middle-eastern food. Sumac was the first place my friend recommended, so that's what I went for. And I'm so glad I did. Pound-for-pound, for the price I paid, Sumac might be the best middle-eastern place I've ever tried in my life. Due to the coronavirus, I had to get take-out. It's a shame because the restaurant seemed very clean and spacious, but there's not much I can do about that. I got the Chicken Shawarma Plate (with fennel & cauliflower and spicy carrot salad as my two salad choices) and a side of the Falafel. I think, with taxes, I paid something like $22. Let me tell you - accounting for the sheer amount of food that they give you, as well as the quality of said food - this is an absolute bargain. The chicken shawarma is distinctive and so incredibly flavourful. But the thing that stood out were the salads. I was kind of taken aback by the fact that they offered you TWO choices of salad to round out your plate meal. But now, I wish they offered me three choices. Both salads were very tart, light, and fresh - perfect pairings with the chicken shawarma. The side of falafel I had was great too. Falafels are known for how dry they are, but that wasn't the case for the bunch that I had at Sumac. When I eventually come back to Montreal for Osheaga next year, I'll definitely be "bac" at Sumac. read more

I think about this place every day since my trip to Montreal! Loved my falafel, hummus, pickled turnips, pita... everything was perfect! Portions are very generous. read more

got takeout from this place at someone else's recommendation. the restaurant looked pretty nice so maybe next time I would dine in, perhaps the experience is better, and the food might be better when properly warm. We got a choice of two salads each, so we picked different ones for the maximum experience. I enjoyed the beet salad, but the carrots were too big and hard for my liking, and the others were kind of meh, just not my thing. the sumac fries were nice but a bit overpriced in my opinion. The shawarma and the beef kabab were good and had a nice char but the meat was kind of dry. Overall it is pretty tasty but I don't think this is my favourite middle eastern place that I've tried. I did appreciate that they used biodegradeable takeout containers though - it's the little things that matter! read more

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Sumac is an adorable restaurant in the repertoire of St Henri, Griffintown. Initially, they assigned you to a table with a number and then you go to the counter and order your food. We ordered garlic labneh (feta pita, nuts, spices and creme fraiche), sumac fries, chopped salad, fennel salad and sabich plate (eggplants, eggs, pickled cucumbers). All food look very appetizing, and they were delicious too but they were missing a kick. I left the place with full belly but not a satisfied belly. The service was good; the ambiance was lively. I really love the location of this place. The restaurant itself is adorable. The place was busy and happening for sure... just my taste didn't agree with their food. read more

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Had a really wonderful experience here after choosing this restaurant fairly randomly via a location search. We ordered two plates to share, the chicken shwarma and beef kofta, both of which came with fluffy pita, a flavorful tahini-rich hummus and a choice of two salads (there are six to select from) - all of which had fresh and unique flavors. The food was outstanding but the service was even better. You order at the counter and since my French is very limited the staff was very accommodating in translating. We also had our fairly exhausted baby and the manager made a point to come check in with us often, offering kind extras and even to hold him if we needed a break to eat. They have high chairs and a space to change in the larger bathroom (though no dedicated station). Would recommend highly to anyone, especially those with children. read more

We ordered the family style chicken shawarma, 5 salads, baba ganoush with pita, fries with hummus and toum. Overall everything was delicious along with extra friendly service. Next time I will not order the hummus fries as it was quite heavy. We had to wait 20 mins for a table for 3 people on a Monday evening. Strongly recommend this restaurant. read more

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Sumac feels like home, there's almost always a line so it's best to grab a drink first, I recommend their draft beers. You can order once your order number comes up. We tried the roasted carrots, hummus and baba ganouj as well as their delicious sumac fries. You must absolutely have their freshly baked pitas! The flavors were true to themselves and everything was top quality! read more

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So my initial review of Sumac was 4 shiny stars due to the excellent tasty food. Since this early experience I've visited this restaurant a number of times when they have been busy and as a result of my experiences I must update my review. The food at Sumac continues to be terrific, what is far less than terrific is the system the restaurant has in place for order taking and seating and the owners attitude. When you arrive at Sumac at a busy time they do not allow you to secure a seat before ordering. Therefor you are stuck waiting in the line to order with no idea if a seat will be available for you by the time you get to the front of the line. You also have not idea if the people in front of you in the line are there for a table or for takeout. So the result is that you may end up waiting in line only to find out that there is no space for you to sit and there are a bunch of people standing around waiting for tables to open up. On a number of occasions I have seen or experienced the owner treating clients with an impatient and rough manner which is a real turnoff to me. I hope that Sumac figures out how to resolve these issues and provide great customer services so I can go back to enjoying their delicious food. read more

Boustan on steroids. If you like Shishtaouk & Middle Eastern/Lebanese food, definitely try it here. Authentic.. some of the best I've had.

Came by this place with friends who had eaten here before and loved it! Husband and I ordered the Chicken Shawarma Plate, side of Carrot Salad and a plate of Harira fries. Quality of ingredients and the taste of the food was excellent! The main Shawarma plate was the star of the meal! It is pricier then getting a shawarma at Boustan or another Mediterranean restaurant but the different flavours here make up for it! The Harira fries were average and I wouldn't recommend them nor would I order the next time I visit this place! Would recommend this spot! read more

Sumac - Middle Eastern Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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I've visited Sumac on numerous occasions but unfortunately, I only documented (w/ pictures) my latest visit. Sumac doesn't take reservations and during peak hours (weekends + some evenings) it can get very busy and crowded. If you're going to visit, get there early or plan to wait - though take out is also an option. The food is great. I love Shawarmas and I love Sumac's especially because they are not only packed with flavour but the ingredients taste fresh and aren't greasy. Unlike many other popular Middle Eastern food chains, I don't feel sick after eating. I always get the chicken and my partner always gets the Beef Kefta. They're both delicious; I guess the choice really comes down to personal preference. Also, I believe that Sumac has some of the best fries in this city. Most times we get the fries by themselves (and they're perfect alone), but on our last visit, we got the Harira fries. It comes with Lamb Soup, Feta, Onions + Pepper - definitely a must! read more

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Hummus, salads, bread were descent but definitely not worth the price. Kefta were good too but way too salty. Same for the chicken, it was salty and extremely dry. Tasted like old left over chicken. My friend that is middle eastern returned his chicken and said that he does not like it because it doesn't taste authentic and that it's really dry. In the end, they asked his sister if she liked the meal but she suggested they should add rice to the plate as it was not that filling. They told her that they don't want to add rice because they don't want to be like the "other" places and that they are not a middle eastern place...while google clearly indicates that they are. They wanted feedback on food but were disrespectful with her answer. Summary: Don't go, there are many other places around town that serves better middle eastern food. read more

Sumac - Middle Eastern Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

I've been to Sumac multiple times. Their falafel plates are fantastic and I'm always craving them! Every time I go I order their falafel plate and a side of their famous sumac seasoned fries. The plate comes with your choice of 2 sides, 4 falafels, bread and a generous amount of hummus. Sumac is a great place for a quick bite to eat whether its for lunch or dinner. It has a welcoming atmosphere, great place to eat with some friends. I ordered their chicken once but wasn't a huge fan of it. Sticking to their falafels read more

Sumac - Falafel plate with a side of sumac fries - Middle Eastern Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Sumac is one of the newer Middle Eastern restaurants in town. Completely different than La Petit Alep. Yes, I went to both in the same day. No, it wasn't intentional. Located in the up and coming St. Henri neighbourhood, I did a little walk around the 'hood while I waited for Cbear to get off work. Holy crap, this area is trendy. The inside is bumping. I shouldn't even be surprised but for a Tuesday evening, it was insane. Loud, bustling, it's definitely one the new "it" places. The line makes zero sense and trying to scrounge a table wasn't easy. There's one long communal table smack in the middle of things. A variety of drinks to please everyone. Beers on tap along with cocktails and wine. The menu is plastered onto some wooden planks along one of the walls. Salads, hummus & baba, extras, pitas, plates and family style plates. Love the sharing aspect here. - 2x Carlsberg ($8.00 each) - we each got a Carlsberg to go with our meals. The pints were ice cold and hit the spot. - Falafel plate ($14.00) - served with grilled pita, hummus, tahini, pickled turnip and a choice of two salads. The charred pita was pillowy goodness with a sprinkling of za'atar spice over top. We opted for the quinoa (kale, almonds, barberries, golden raisins and green onion) and salade cuite (slow cooked tomatoes and roasted sweet peppers). Both were absolutely delicious! Think they stole the spotlight from the falafels themselves, which were dry and unimpressive. I don't think we even finished the falafels. Yikes. - Side of chicken shawarma ($6.00) - we were taking forever to decide what to get so the worker manning the till helped us out. We were originally going to get a plate of chicken shawarma ($16.00) but she told us that we would get the same amount of meat if we were to just do it as a side. Okay! Thanks for the sweet tip. The chicken itself was tasty but some pieces felt like it had been sitting around for awhile. They must cook it beforehand or something. - Sumac fries ($4.00) - the fries were great. Excellent spice from the sumac and za'atar. Portion size is huge. We rolled out of Sumac stuffed. Lucky, we only ordered one full plate otherwise we would have had leftovers for days. Sumac is cool, hip and different from your typical Middle Easter/Lebanese joint. read more

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This place has awesome decor. We had the chicken and beef shawarma each and both of our plates are delicious. I chose the fenouil&cauliflower salad and the " Chou vert " salad as my friend chose the quinoa salad and the cucumber salad. All the ingredients are fresh and well seasoned and we didn't have bad aftertaste. Service is friendly overall but they try to rush you to order and finish the plates to speed up the turnover. If you sit in the table in the middle you will need to share with other people. read more

Sumac - Middle Eastern Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Sumac is a new Lebanese restaurant located on Notre-Dame Street that offers good food and good service in a minimalist and clean setting. My husband and I were drawn in one evening; we had passed in front of the place several times and we were curious to see if they were any good. We had two falafel pitas and one small baba ganouj, all very tasty, fresh and filling. The pitas were especially big and warm. The waiting was longer than expected - although the entrée came fast, it took 20 minutes for the pitas to be served - we decided it was well worth the wait. The prices at Sumac are higher than at most other Lebanese chains around the city, however the quality of the food is clearly superior. When I brought that first eggplant dish to my mouth and tasted it, I knew for sure that whoever had prepared it actually cared. Their food is good and they know it! Overall Sumac is a good restaurant and I definitely recommend it. read more

Sumac - Minimalist contemporary interior design of Sumac - Middle Eastern Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Covid takeout was super easy. We ordered over the phone then picked up in person. This is the only takeout place that asked my husband to sanitize his hands before he used the keypad to pay. The restaurant was extremely clean and as far as I can tell they are not taking indoor seating. I could be wrong so I would call in advance and inquire. I loved the chopped parsley salad, my husband LOVED the Chicken Schawarma pita wrap. It was huge. I tried a bite and the spices were so exotic. I am just not a huge chicken fan so I didn't have much of it. The falafels were done perfectly. The fries had a seasoning on them I didn't love, so if you're averse to seasoning on fries maybe skip this. They also have large family style dishes and are the perfect spot for catering. read more

OMG looking for good for the soul Mediterranean food?! This is it!! Superb quality, great friendly accommodating service and sohhh fresh!!! Keep in mind during covid times they dedicated donating 40 meals a week to help the unhoused community but seriously their food is REALLY fresh and tasty!! Highly recommend eating here when you can!! Support local Support those who support our people read more

Really great Lebanese food in a funky and up and coming neighbourhood. Everything is super fresh with top quality ingredients. My only complaint is that they are a little heavy handed with the salt at times. Portions are generous, if I get the platter with two salads, I usually have enough for lunch the next day! All the salads are good, my personal favourite is the carrot. The pita bread and hummus is the best. This spot is always busy, so if you don't want to wait for a table, order takeout or come early. They are usually pretty efficient, and it's a fun, lively spot, so if you're in for a wait, grab a drink, relax and enjoy the atmosphere! read more

Sumac - Chicken shawarma. Yum. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Lovely middle eastern restaurant which has been quite successful over the last few years. Every time I was there, the place was pretty busy. I ordered the kefta plate which consists of two small but extremely delicious and juicy keftas, a choice of two salads along with hummus and pita. For the salads, I decided to go with: 1)the carrot salad & 2) fennel and cauliflower. The carrot salad was unbelievably delicious with a variety of spices. I have had this kind of salad many times elsewhere but this one was remarkably unique. The fennel and cauliflower was good but I am pretty sure you can guess which one of the two was my favourite ;-) On to the hummus, heavenly and so smooth. Last but not least, their pita was seasoned with Zaatar and some oil which was a wonderful touch. The only two small drawbacks are that their portions seem to have been reduced since the last time I was there. It would have been nice to have more meat on my plate. As well, even though there were a few free tables, I felt like there was a bit of a rush to get us out. Overall great experience and you should definitely try this place out and see for yourself! read more

AMAZING!! A good friend of mine recommended this place and I never tried tunisien food before and boy I wasn't disappointed. Portions are huge and worth the price. I would definitely go back again. read more

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Very delicious food and decently sized portions, the plate will fill you right up! The flavour of their dishes are insane, with tons of unique spices and combinations. My only complaints are that it's quite expensive - roughly $20 for the plate (which at Boustan's is about $14, despite it being less tasty), and that they don't give a lot of grains other than the pita bread - I'd like it if they added rice or something as a non-side option read more

Hey you there.. yes YOU! I see you walking down Notre Dame on a cool Montreal evening, gazing at the various windows as you walk by and asking yourself "where shall I eat tonight?". As you walk by Sumac and see all the smiling faces of people who are just so happy to be stuffing their faces with the world's best shawarma, you may continue your internal dialogue "is this the place for me?". The answer is YES. Sumac is the single best restaurant in Montreal and the only reason you should avoid it is if you're scared of becoming addicted to those heavenly hummus fries. I have never taken a single bite of anything from this restaurant that didn't leave me in absolutely bliss. "Yes" you tell yourself.. "This is the place for me" read more

Ordered DoorDash-great food, Chicken Shawarma was delish, all the salads were fresh and well seasoned, loved the harira, and the Malabi was a great way to finish a meal. read more

Trendy spot and good food! Went on a weekend night and it was packed. Their ordering system and placement was rather awkward. Once you walk in, they ask you to wait at the counter. We had one party who ordered before us, but we had to wait until a table frees up before we can order. Ended up standing for a while beside dinner guests and trying not to block the path where the food comes out. :/ The food is fairly priced and I recommend the platters for sharing! It comes with hummus, pits bread, your choice of protein, and two salads. The variety of salads were all delicious and flavourful. Got the chicken and falafel ones and they didn't disappoint either. Also recommend the sumac fries! read more

Sumac - Platters and sumac fries - Middle Eastern Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Casual in between fast food joint and proper sit down restaurant that serves up a killer middle eastern fare. The concept is simple, you line up and order your meal at the cashier, she gives you a number sign, you grab a spot in their convivial dining area and you wait impatiently for your food to be brought to you by a waiter. Portions are huge and their dip game is to die for! Best mouhamarra I have tried in Montreal hands down! I also love how they serve generous portions of salads to go with their plates. However, their spicy carrot salad was not spicy at all... They can definitely kick it up a notch! Their chicken shawarma is a lot meatier than your average chicken shawarma found in fast food joints; the quality of the meat is another level. However, the reason why I love middle eastern food so much is for the garlic sauce they always serve with it... Which in this case was replaced by hummus. Don't get me wrong, the hummus was excellent but just didn't quite have that tangy kick to it that garlic aioli offers. We had to order the garlic labneh on the side to please my palate. Overall, great place for a casual night out. Quality price ratio is excellent and they also serve alcohol! read more

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holy muhamarra. If you're planning on going to Sumac which I strongly recommend you do it's best to avoid tight fitting clothing and acquire someone who is willing to give you a belly rub after because the food is just so divine you won't be able to stop eating. I got the muhamarra (a red pepper walnut dip) and a salad trio to share and it was plenty of food. Between the two of us there was still so much left over. All the salads we tried were incredible! This restaurant is so veggie friendly but not in the way that makes your omnivore friends grumpy to be there since they have an incredible spread of options. Their homemade drinks were wonderful and if you can't decide between the two ask for a half & half; it's insane. My only problem with the restaurant was that it didn't have a very clear ordering system. You have to give your order and then you sit down and they serve you. Even as we were taking our order it wasn't a very clear interaction. Over all though; the food is just so fantastic you won't remember anything else! read more

Sumac - Muhamarra - Middle Eastern Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

I remember going to Satay Brothers one night and while we were walking there, we came across an AMAZING aroma in the air and were like, "what is THAT?" Turns out it wasn't Satay Brothers but rather SUMAC, just down the street. Already committed to going to Satay Brothers (ended up not being all that) but made a note to check out that SUMAC spot next time. Finally went there the other night. Pretty crackin spot with a nice setup and chill ambience. The also had some 90s hip hop bumpin. Never imagined I'd be eating a pita to Kurupt's infamous first verse on "Xxxplosive (dirty version)" but alas, there I was. I had the Kefta plate, which was delish. My partner liked her Chicken Shawerma plate. We also shared the hummus fries, which were good but overwhelming. Overall I'd give it a solid 3 stars. read more

Sumac - The Kefta Plate! - Middle Eastern Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Some say Lebanese food should only be eaten out of a styrofoam container at 2am. To those people, I say go to Sumac. Sumac is the next level of Lebanese. The food tastes great and is clearly prepared fresh in their kitchen. I love the ambiance of Sumac and the fact that they have a full bar. The eating space consists of small tables and a long communal bench. The larger plate are meant to be shared between friends in a family style of eating. The room can get loud as the restaurant is super popular for dinner times but it's always such a warm and comfortable environment. I would come back for that eggplant salad any day. Food-wise I would say it tastes less greasy than some other fast-food places but I'm sure you can find the same quality Lebanese in other parts of the city. Definitely go for the experience though. It's a great place to eat. read more

Sumac - lovely hummus and pita and other dishes - Middle Eastern Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

The first time at Sumac and we were pleasantly surprised by the excellent service and the tastinessof the dishes that we ordered. Falafel lovers will definitely love this place. read more

Amazing value for the price. Always super fresh and tasty. We go back to it regularly (even as takeout during the pandemic) as that's our go-to place when craving mediterranean that feels homemade. read more

I am not from Montreal and do not speak French but had a great experience at Sumac -was a little confusing at first but if you intend to eat in (recommended), you tell one of the staff members you are eating in and they will you a number sign. Then when you order at the register you have to repeat that number and then you find a seat with your number sign up -for Americans, think of Sumac as a fast casual restaurant (there are waiters but they are not taking your order; I do not believe you have to tip at the table although there is a tip jar at the counter) -came in for lunch on a weekday and place was packed -got the chicken Shawarma plate for $16 CAD. you get pita, hummus, pickled turnip, tahini and choice of 2 salads (went with cucumber and quinoa) -food was light and fresh but delicious and flavorful at the same time. Was not heavy at all. Fresh -ask for hot sauce -restaurant is very bright and clean. Great place to chat as well -waiters come by with water frequently. Good service -would definitely come back. Less than a 10 minute walk from metro station -note they are closed on Sunday and Monday Overall a great eating experience read more

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Best hummus I have ever had. Also their falafel pita is the best in the city. Can't recommend enough.

We came here for the hummus fries, but we decided to go big or go home soo... We also got a platter of keftedes, with carrot and eggplant salads, andddd the muhamara. 1. It was all delicious. Hummus fries lived up to expectation, and the fries were really nice and crispy. The muhamara was extremely tasty too. 2. This was WAY too much food for a meal for two people. The hummus fries alone were huge and would have been more than enough to split. We were eating well for days!! read more

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The food and drinks were great. We started off with Chicken Shawarma plate for myself and Sabich plate for my wife and got couple in-house drinks - pomegranate for my wife and citrus for myself. Both drinks were delicious. The quantity of the plate is filling - it comes along with 2 salads of choice. My chicken strip seemed a bit dry. I made pockets of the pita and filled it up with the salads, hummus and chicken and it tasted delicious. Will recommend this place for Mediterranean food. read more

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The taste, the proportion, the price ! My go to when I wanna pickup food ! Did I mention the falafel ? read more