Montreal showcases Middle Eastern cuisine from fresh bread and hummus to spiced grilled meats and orange-blossom pastries. Explore 14 spots, from cozy mezze bars to modern takes on classics, offering a rich culinary heritage with Levantine, Persian, and Syrian dishes and wallet-friendly options like Le Petit Alep's Bib Gourmand.
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.
Montreal's 18 culinary stops offer a passport-free journey through global flavors, from Portuguese and Spanish tapas to Italian trattorias, Greek tavernas, Japanese ramen, Indian curries, Ethiopian stews, Mexican street food, and more, blending tradition with bold creativity in welcoming, immersive settings.