Top 5 dining experience of my life! We started with the fattoush, which turned my salad-hating…read morehusband into a believer. We followed that up with the batata harra, which were spicy, acidic, crispy little morsels of perfection. We rounded out the meal with the lamb and hummus dish, along with the filet mignon and little pickled peppers. Everything was perfection. Beyond the amazing food, the restaurant itself was beautiful and service was friendly, attentive, but never intrusive or annoying. These guys are doing everything right. I don't know when I'll be back in Montreal, but I can promise I will be right back here when that happens.

This was my first time having Syrian food but was told this is one of the best restaurants in…read moreMontreal. We came here for lunch. I will say that the online reservation system was confusing. It made it look like we could only do a tasting menu but in reality, you can also choose not to. The two main dishes that stood out to me was he chef's mezzas. It comes with 4 small dishes or dips, and they were all amazing in their own ways. The other dish reminded me of a shakshuka. Our waitress was nice but I think she had to large of a section. She could definitely use lot help. Was Damas good? Yes. Is it the best restaurant in Montreal, I don't think so.

Came here with my daughter Courtney (my precious girl) after she begged me because she "saw it…read moreonline". Should've trusted my gut Food took ages, Courtney was STARVING and getting emotional. Her pasta was crunchy (sorry but that means RAW) and my burger tasted like it came from a packet. Not what you expect when you're paying these prices. They didn't have oat milk so Courtney couldn't have her iced latte and that basically ruined the whole evening. She sat there saying the "vibes were off" which as her mother I could immediately tell was TRUE. Staff were friendly but a bit too laid back if you ask me. This isn't a festival, it's a RESTAURANT. Won't be rushing back. Courtney says she's "never eating here again" and honestly I stand with my daughter. DO BETTER. -- Sharon x

We took a chance on Terracotta our first night visiting Montreal as they had amazing reviews and…read moreI've never tried Tunisian food so I was looking forward to it! We didn't have a reservation but the sweet man who greeted us found us a table very fast. This is a family owned business and you can tell how much pride and love they put into it. Both of the owners explained all the dishes to us and were so helpful in making our decisions. We started with the lemonade which is house made by their own mother every day. It had a different type of sweetness to it, almost like it was made with honey instead of sugar but I really enjoyed it. We also got the Trio of Salads which were so good! A few of them were a bit spicy but nothing we couldn't handle. They also kept the bread coming which I never hate! We also split the Tuna Brik and it was amazing! For our mains we had the Honey Lamb which was covered in pistachios. The lamb fell right of the bone and was so tender. We also tried the Ojja which is more of an elevated Shakshuka - dipping the bread in the sauce was a highlight at the end. Overall, this was such a unique meal with wonderful flavors. The owners service was the true stand out of this meal. They really do provide a wonderful experience for all of their guests.

Buffets turcs et cuisine méditerranéenne. Concept sympa ou…read moretu choisi un plat de grillade, sur charbon de bois, parmis plusieurs choix et il te servent le plat choisi. En plus tu as droit au buffets ou il y a de tout. J'ai prit le trio de brochettes elles sont excellente et pour ld buffets bien aimé les mezzés, le poulet creme et si non la variété des plats !

Overall: A // 5 stars…read more Cozy restaurant with a kitchenside bar, focusing on farm to table small plates centered around clever usage of vegetables to make stunning dishes. I found the cuisine to be vibrant and healthful, with bright and energizing flavors that were well executed overall. The staff are knowledgable about the menu and dish conception, and generally pleasant and friendly to converse with. (Jacqual: B) - Simply presented drink that features hibiscus and citrus with zero proof beer, which I found fascinating. The beer notes are in the background prevailed by the sourness of the other components, where I wish there was a little more added sweetness. (Fried Maitake: A) - Perfectly seasoned dish with tender and high surface area mushrooms coated in an impressly crisp batter given the moisture usually found in mushrooms. The seasoning could not be better with the salt and spice combo; the chive and parsley mayo also add an herbaceous depth of flavor. (Heirloom Tomatoes: A) - Pefectly plated tomatoes with a surprising sunflower seed forward profile given the subtleness of the ingredient; the dish is well balanced and brings out the harmonious flavors of the garden, although I think the bites with flake salt had that even more perfect note. (Hanger Steak: A+) - Beautifully perfected cut of beef with Asian inspiration; the steak is juicily pink with a charred exterior; the carrot ginger puree has a lovely mild and lingering spice, with some additional spice coming from the shishito and the pickled jalapeno. Beautiful dish. (Peach Sorbet: C) - Flavorally pleasant dessert with peach three ways and a nut crumble to add crunch; the sorbet was very hard though and could have benefitted from spirits in the churning process. Food: +1 Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: +1 Menu: +2 Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats

Très jolie terasse avec Le menu est petit, quelques amuse…read moregueules, une dizaine d entrés et de plats principale mais tous excellent. J'ai commencé avec les champignons Maitake frit et la mayo herbacée c'est excellent j'aime bien la texture et le goût. J'ai ensuite prit le tartare de boeuf avonlea un mixte parfait bien relevé et original. En fin sur une note plus légère les pétoncles cru avec concombre et aneth. Les 3 services riches en saveurs et très bien présentés. Excellent services

Very good mexican fusion restaurant with fesh tastin salsas and wonderful flavours. We had a lovely…read moretable with pleasant service and a very present owner with great personality and pride. The nackos were very good made with homemade tortilla chips and 2 incredible salsas that were tasty but not too spicy. I had an amazing salad with warm dates, bacon and slicered almonds and my companion hed a lovely cream soup. The chili was au gratin and delicious. The enchikadas came with a tasty and tangy salsa verde. Reasonably piced and liked by all

From the owner: Mexicain * Méditerranéen Fusion est le résultat d'un concept…read morede culture latine et méditerranéenne, qui se reflète dans notre menu, ainsi que de bonnes alternatives pour les végétariens. La qualité, l'ambiance et le service sont des facteurs très importants pour nous. Soyez assurés de notre plaisir de vous accueillir comme dans votre salon (comme chez vous).

This place is life when you are starving. I have been greet with a smile and a detail description…read moreof what in the menu. I can tell you I was not able to finish the food I could easily feed 2 people. The food was tasty , fresh and delicious.

From the owner: Bienvenue chez Shawarmaz, votre destination incontournable pour une escapade culinaire…read moreméditerranéenne authentique en plein cœur de la ville. Chez Shawarmaz, nous sommes fiers de servir des plats traditionnels préparés avec passion, utilisant uniquement des ingrédients frais et de qualité. Découvrez nos fameux shawarmas, riches en saveurs et parfaitement assaisonnés, nos accompagnements maison comme les patates à l'ail légendaires, et ne manquez pas notre sélection de boissons rafraîchissantes pour compléter votre repas. Que vous soyez à la recherche d'un déjeuner rapide ou d'un dîner savoureux, Shawarmaz promet une expérience qui ravira vos papilles et vous transportera sur les rives de la Méditerranée.

First time at Mezza, a new Lebanese restaurant in Laval. It's located across from Adonis market on…read morehighway 440 east in Laval. The restaurant has two levels, with the upper level overseeing the lower one. We walked in without a reservation and they accommodated us (party of 7). Very professional staff to say the least. They offer food by both a menu and per person formula, where you can pick a salad (tabbouleh or fattoush), two cold mezza, two hot mezza, 4 skewers of grilled meat of either filet mignon, chicken kafta, beef kafta, or shish taouk, and a dessert, all for two people for 60 Canadian dollars per person. You can pick any combination of skewers, cold mezza and hot mezza. Food came quickly. Everything was perfectly prepared, from the mezza to the grilled meat on charcoal, and finally the dessert. Will come back later for sure.

L'ambiance, le houmous et la viande crue sont excellents ; en revanche, le kebab d'agneau trop cuit…read moreet la portion trop congrue de glace à la pistache n'étaient pas à la hauteur. ________________________________________________________ The atmosphere, hummus, and raw meat are all excellent; however, the overcooked lamb kebab and underporportioned pistachio ice cream fell short.

After a long day of sightseeing, we were in the mood for something light--wine, nibbles, and an…read moreearly bedtime. We walked over hoping to grab taziki and hummus, but learned they don't serve hummus (not actually a Greek food, apparently). Fair enough. We got the taziki at least. We also opted for an eggplant dish and some sausage for a bit of protein, but the wait was too long for a sit-down meal, so we ordered to go. The waiting area was packed, and we noticed the delicious-looking sangrias on nearly every table in the dining room. On a whim, we asked if they did sangrias to go--the answer was a firm no--but they offered us a standing area near the bar in the back where we could enjoy drinks while waiting for our order. Sold. The back room was warm and inviting, with drinks displayed on stairs built into the walls that doubled as shelves behind the bar. There were cozy high seats as well, making it a perfect spot to settle in. The sangria was absolutely delicious, with spiced notes that transported me back to last summer in Andalusia. It made the wait fly by. We grabbed our food and left happy, but I'd love to come back for a proper sit-down meal. We're in town for two more days, so I'm hoping to make it happen before we leave. This was a delicious little introduction, and I wasn't disappointed in the slightest. Unfortunately we devoured the food before I thought about getting photos.

Had dinner at Mati after discovering the spot on a food tour. Food was delicious, service was…read moregreat, friendly staff and great ambience. We had Greek salad, roasted eggplant dip and the main plate was the 24 hr braised lamb neck, which is the reason that we went back for dinner. Highly recommend this restaurant.

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

This place is great for either just picking up fresh fish to make at home OR for picking your fish…read moreand letting the experts grill it for you on the spot. Not a huge amount of seating and the three times we've been, we've seen lineups for groups larger than four waiting to be seated. Most of the items are offered grilled or fried, but you can ask for a different cooking method and they try to accommodate. They have a set menu from which to choose OR you can, as mentioned previously, pick your own fish by weight to be prepared. Unless you have a specific fish in mind that you must have and the exact cut or piece, I highly suggest just sticking to one of the menu items to keep your bill reasonable. The menu items are very fair in price, but if you start to get fancy and ask for a piece of halibut to be cut, don't be surprised if your meal quickly becomes $40 lol, which would be expected at a more fine dining establishment, but in this diner type of setting, is a bit much. I always order the grilled shrimp plate which is 8 medium-sized well seasoned grilled shrimp that come with crunchy, tasty french fries and a very nice, fresh garden salad. The price on that dish is $15, and it's a very generous portion. The appetizer sized calamari is also a very good deal at $10, easily shared between two people. Note, the calamari looks pale and unappetizing at first glance, but it's cooked just right and tastes great. For the fish and seafood lovers, this definitely is a more unique place and so many types of fish to try!

This is probably the best fresh seafood Resturant in montreal, I had the sea bass with salad and…read morerice and I can truly say that it was the best sea bass I've ever had.