Montreal's brunch scene serves shakshouka in many styles - from classic to spicy with merguez - paired with bread, coffee or a mimosa. A Maghreb origin dish of tomatoes, peppers, onions and poached eggs, it's become a city brunch staple across spots like Darna Bistroquet, Piel Canela, Bar Le Sparrow and Arthurs Nosh Bar.
Montreal's Ramadan Iftar scene offers halal-friendly dining across the city, from buffets and curated set menus to family-style takeout, blending Middle Eastern, North African, and South Asian flavors. From soups and mezze to biryanis and tagines, diverse spots welcome diners for a meaningful fast-break.
Discover Montreal's 10 best falafel spots, delivering crispy, herb-packed Levantine falafels with tahini, pickles and fresh pita. From Lebanese and Syrian traditions to modern twists, these venues across the city offer authentic, flavorful bites that celebrate falafel's history and Montreal's vibrant scene.
Montreal's Damas redefines brunch with a sharing, prix-fixe menu inspired by Middle Eastern flavors, from honey-roasted carrots with labneh to shakshuka, Pistachio-Crusted Kibbeh Nayyeh, lamb casserole, grilled halloumi, and signature pistachio drinks; brunch Saturdays-Sundays 10am-2:30pm.
Les Filles Fattoush opens its first permanent boutique at Montreal's Jean-Talon Market, offering year-round Syrian cuisine, warm mezzes, spreads, baklava, hot pita chips, Turkish coffee, and Syrian groceries while empowering recently arrived women. BYO containers for take-out; summer terrace; a growing Middle Eastern culinary hub.
Discover Montreal's best Middle Eastern restaurants, from Syrian and Lebanese bistros to Afghan grills, with a diverse set of 10 favorites inspired by the Silk Road. Highlights include Alep, Damas, Fenetre sur Kaboul, Rumi and Omnivore, plus options in Laval for lunch, dinner and brunch.