Best Algerian Restaurants in Montreal (2026) - Reviews & Menus

Au Tarot - Algerian Restaurants in Montreal

Au Tarot

Fine Mediterranean Restaurant in Montreal

Open until 11 pm

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Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Mediterranean Algerian Moroccan Middle Eastern Couscous Salads

Review Summary

Au Tarot earns warm praise for flavorful, comforting Moroccan and North African dishes, with couscous and tajines highlighted as standouts and portions that feel generous and satisfying. The atmosphere is described as friendly and inviting, with attentive service and a host who makes guests feel welcome and at ease, often like a family welcome. Many reviews emphasize fresh, well balanced flavors, reasonable prices, and dependable takeout options that preserve the homemade character of each dish. The menu is noted for variety and authenticity, including lamb and chicken tajines, and the couscous is highlighted as exceptional by several diners. While some comments point to a cozy, small space and occasional inconsistencies, the overall experience is marked by hospitality, generous servings, and a spirit of generosity that guests repeatedly respond to with plans to return.View restaurant profile

Au Coin Berbere Couscous Montreal - Algerian Restaurants in Montreal

Au Coin Berbere Couscous Montreal

Opens Today at 5 pm

(522)

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Couscous Mediterranean Moroccan Algerian Tunisian

Review Summary

Au Coin Berbere Couscous Montreal is celebrated for a warm and welcoming atmosphere, generous portions and authentic Algerian flavors, with couscous at the heart of many dishes and meat that is tender and flavorful. The service is consistently described as friendly, attentive and professional, while the decor feels immersive and Berber-inspired. The upstairs setting is noted for calm intimacy, and the option to bring your own wine adds a relaxed, family-friendly vibe. Desserts such as baklava and honey crepes are highlighted as delightful finishes, and many guests praise the overall experience as a Montreal gem they are eager to revisit. Overall, the restaurant stands out for delicious couscous, high quality ingredients, and a warm, inviting hospitality that makes for a memorable meal.View restaurant profile

Menthe et Couscous

Authentic Mediterranean, Maghrébin, North African restaurant offering a variety of unconventional Couscous & Tajines recipes

Opens Today at 12 pm

(1935)

Latin Quarter, Quartier des Spectacles

Middle Eastern Moroccan Mediterranean Grill Vegetarian Halal

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Review Summary

Menthe et Couscous offers a warm, inviting atmosphere with authentic North African flavors and generous portions. Dishes like the lamb shank tagine and couscous royal are repeatedly described as tender, deeply flavorful and beautifully prepared, with homemade merguez and perfectly steamed couscous. The ambiance blends coziness with lively entertainment, including belly dancing and occasional live violin, which enhances the dinner without detracting from the food. Service is consistently friendly, attentive, and professional, making guests feel welcome from start to finish. With a BYOB option, generous portions, and a reputation for fresh ingredients and comforting, home style cooking, Menthe et Couscous stands out as a great choice for a relaxed dinner, a celebratory night, or a memorable group meal.View restaurant profile

La Khaïma Cuisine Nomade - Algerian Restaurants in Montreal

La Khaïma Cuisine Nomade

Nomadic restaurant. A unique place to meet, discover and share in Montreal.

Opens Today at 5 pm

(1331)

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, Mile-End

African Mauritanian Moroccan Mediterranean Vegetarian Halal

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Review Summary

La Khaïma Cuisine Nomade offers a warm, immersive dining experience that feels like a Mauritanian home in Montreal. The decor is authentically traditional and cozy, creating a welcoming atmosphere where the staff and the owner take care to explain the menu and make guests feel at ease. Dishes arrive in generous, shareable portions as part of a per-person fixed menu that typically starts with a lentil soup and continues with a richly flavored couscous platter, with vegetarian and gluten-free options available. Flavors are described as comforting and vibrant, with mint tea and hibiscus drinks often highlighted as perfect finishers. The setting is friendly and intimate, with guests welcomed to bring their own wine and prices that are considered very reasonable, making it a memorable spot to explore North African and Mauritanian cuisine with family or friends.View restaurant profile

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Kawa et Garo

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Algerian

Resto Maison Lahlou

Open until 10:30 pm

(25)

Anjou-St-Léonard

Algerian Grill Soups

Review Summary

Resto Maison Lahlou presents a warm, family run immersion into traditional Algerian cuisine with a strong emphasis on Kabylie specialties. Diners praise comforting lentil soup with homemade bread and a generous couscous Royal featuring well spiced vegetables and tender meats such as chicken, merguez, and veal, along with authentic dishes like rechta that many find truly delicious. A distinctive touch is the Algerian Coca Cola, noted as authentic and original, while portions are generous and prices competitive for the quality. The food is described as flavorful and prepared with care using quality ingredients, and the overall atmosphere is convivial with welcoming staff. Some reviewers suggested adding Algerian music to enhance the ambiance, but the spot remains a beloved choice for traditional flavors, warmth, and good value, with many expressing they would return.View restaurant profile

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Le Goût du Bled

Opens Today at 5 pm

(362)

Chomedey

Algerian Middle Eastern Halal Sandwiches Salads Couscous

Review Summary

Overall, reviews describe Le Goût du Bled as a warm, authentic Algerian dining destination with generous portions, flavorful dishes, and a welcoming, attentive service that makes guests feel at home; the atmosphere evokes a Maghreb dining room with friendly staff, inviting decor, and a sense of tradition. The food is repeatedly praised as delicious and generously seasoned, with many noting that the restaurant offers one of the few Algerian options in the area and that the flavors bring a nostalgic, comforting experience. Some concerns are raised about cleanliness, including dirty tables and floors, strong odors of cleaning products, and questions about the kitchen, along with occasional slower service during busy times and rising prices. Still, the staff warmth and consistent quality lead many to recommend Le Goût du Bled and to say they would return, especially for family meals and gatherings, valuing the authentic cuisine and the overall memorable experience despite the noted issues.View restaurant profile

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PANINI STOP

Opens Today at 12 pm

(172)

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Algerian Comfort Food

Review Summary

Panini Stop is widely praised for a warm welcome, impeccable service, and paninis that are consistently tasty, perfectly toasted and generously filled with options like chicken, minced meat, or merguez. Reviews note reasonable prices, generous portions, and tasty sauces such as the Algerian sauce, along with fast, careful delivery and tidy packaging. The atmosphere is clean and the staff friendly, making it a reliable go-to for a quick, satisfying meal; several comments call it the best panini in town. Occasional drawbacks include stock outs of chicken or merguez, occasional order errors, and in one instance loud music and a longer wait. Overall the sentiment is strongly positive, highlighting flavor, freshness, and value, with Panini Stop standing out as a dependable favorite for panini lovers.View restaurant profile

Algrillades

Open until Midnight

(45)

Anjou-St-Léonard

Algerian Grill

Review Summary

Reviews for Algrillades reflect a generally positive consensus with praise for quality food and friendly service, including well prepared grills, delicious grilled sardine, and attentive staff, and several visits described as pleasant with the owner stopping by and offering good guidance. Diners frequently point to good value and generous portions on some visits, while the service is consistently described as nice and professional and reservations sometimes required. On the other hand, a few reviewers report drawbacks such as an atmosphere that feels cold or empty, higher prices for the portion size, and occasional dish issues like undercooked chicken, tough meat, and sides that seemed frozen. Overall, the feedback suggests satisfaction and a willingness to return with family, making Algrillades come across as a solid choice with notable strengths in taste and service despite some mixed notes about ambiance and value.View restaurant profile

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La Rose des Sables

Opens Today at 5 pm

(29)

Sherbrooke

Tunisian Moroccan Algerian

Review Summary

La Rose des Sables offers authentic Moroccan flavors with excellent couscous and tender lamb tagine, featuring light, fluffy grains and well balanced spice, while portions are generous and prices feel reasonable. The ambiance is cozy and the decor and music contribute to a sense of being transported, and the staff and owner are described as welcoming and friendly. Several reviews highlight hummus, tender lamb, and other dishes, with coriander sometimes present as noted, which may matter to some guests. A bring your own wine policy adds to the relaxed dining experience, and the mix of service and warmth leads first-time visitors from Ottawa to feel encouraged to return. Taken together, La Rose des Sables is regarded as a gem with very good food, strong value, and an authentic, thematic setting.View restaurant profile

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Le Goût du Bled

Open until Midnight

(636)

Anjou-St-Léonard

Algerian Middle Eastern Salads Sandwiches Couscous Halal

Review Summary

Overall, reviews describe Le Goût du Bled as a warm, welcoming spot offering authentic, halal Algerian cuisine with generous portions and solid value. The atmosphere feels like a bridge to home, with traditional decor and a convivial, family-friendly vibe that many say transports guests to the bled. Dishes are frequently praised for bold flavors, careful preparation, and freshness, with favourites including tagines, brochettes, chorba frik and pastries that finish the meal on a sweet note, while some visits mention occasional inconsistencies in service or longer wait times. Cleanliness and ambiance receive constant compliments, and Ramadan experiences and occasional free meals are noted as meaningful gestures. The service is often described as attentive and friendly, contributing to memorable experiences, though not every visit is perfect. In sum, Le Goût du Bled is seen as a standout on Montreal’s scene for those seeking genuine Algerian cuisine, inviting returns and recommendations to others.View restaurant profile

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Café restaurant Bélair

Open until 11 pm

(225)

Villeray-Saint-Michel, Parc-Extension

Café Grill Algerian Halal Mediterranean Breakfast

Review Summary

Overall, Café restaurant Bélair is described as a warm, convivial Montreal dining spot where generous portions and flavorful, fresh dishes—often with Algerian influences—meet a welcoming, family‑run atmosphere. Service is frequently praised for friendliness and attentiveness, and many guests appreciate the coffee on offer and the homey feel, with several dishes and desserts highlighted as standout. A few reviews note pricing concerns or occasional miscommunications and service lapses, and a couple of orders did not meet expectations. Despite these, most diners say the experience is worth returning for, making Café restaurant Bélair feel like a reliable go‑to for a satisfying, community‑oriented meal.View restaurant profile

Kawa et Garo

May be temporarily closed

(122)

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Algerian

Review Summary

Reviews of Kawa et Garo note a couscous with vegetables and chicken that is very good, with generous portions and fair prices. The owner is described as a gem. The dish is delicious, with particular praise for the meatball. Service is impeccable and the place comes highly recommended.View restaurant profile

Khaymat El Hodna

Opens Today at 5 pm

(113)

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Algerian

Review Summary

Reviews for Khaymat El Hodna depict an authentic Algerian dining experience in Montreal, with a range of traditional dishes such as couscous, chokhchouka, hmiss, rechta, bouzelouf, zviti, chorba, bourek, and chakhchoukha praised for being flavorful, comforting, and homestyle, often described as a nostalgic taste of the homeland. The atmosphere is repeatedly described as warm and welcoming, a family run vibe with attentive service and generous portions, and the tea, breads, and ingredients are highlighted as standout touches that complete the experience. While most feedback is glowing, a few notes mention concerns about cleanliness and inconsistent service in some cases, but overall sentiment remains strong, with many diners planning to return and recommending the restaurant as a must for Algerian cuisine in the city.View restaurant profile

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Le Fennec

Open until 11 pm

(71)

Villeray-Saint-Michel

Café Algerian Sandwiches

Review Summary

Le Fennec is described as a very convivial place with a calm and friendly clientele and impeccable service; the staff are warm and make guests feel at home. The offerings include solid coffee and tea and simple, well priced pastries, while the dishes, especially Algerian plates, are praised as top quality and very succulent for affordable prices. Overall, this cafe restaurant is rated among the best Algerian spots in Quebec, with excellent service, quality, and reasonable prices. The atmosphere and the sense that the team enjoys their work are noted as very positive. A key point for improvement concerns cleanliness, particularly the toilets, which were neglected and carried a lingering unpleasant odor. This detracts from the experience despite the high quality of service and products, but hopes remain that this issue will be addressed given the cafe's potential, with the nearby location and regular patrons making it an appealing choice for frequent visits.View restaurant profile

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Grillades algériennes Omar

Opens Today at 5 pm

(107)

Anjou-St-Léonard

Algerian Grill Salads

Review Summary

Reviews for Grillades algériennes Omar consistently highlight generous portions, friendly service, and authentic Algerian flavors, with praise for grills, fresh house-made bread, and fries that evoke memories of home. The atmosphere is described as warm and family-friendly, and the food is often called delicious, well seasoned, and prepared with care, making it a popular choice for those seeking bled-inspired meals in Montreal. Some comments note a recent decline in service and consistency, changes to the bread and the charbet, and a sense that prices are higher or staff are less experienced, while others still call it a hidden gem with exceptional hospitality and a welcoming vibe. Overall, the restaurant is seen as a standout Algerian dining experience that inspires loyalty and return visits, thanks to its flavorful grills, fresh bread, and nostalgic flavors.View restaurant profile