Best Middle Eastern, Mediterranean Restaurants in Montreal (2026) - Reviews & Menus

Laffé Sandwicherie Libanaise - Middle Eastern, Mediterranean Restaurants in Montreal

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Laffé Sandwicherie Libanaise

Located in the Plateau, Laffé Sandwicherie Libanaise offers generous sandwiches with fresh ingredients

Open until 10 pm

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Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, Mile-End

Sandwiches Lebanese Rice Bowl Middle Eastern Vegetarian

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Laffé impresses with fresh, authentic Lebanese flavors, generous portions, and a warm, welcoming vibe with consistently friendly staff. Dishes like sujuk and shawarma are praised for bright, fresh taste and quality ingredients at very reasonable prices. The falafel, kafta arayes, and tawouk are described as perfectly seasoned and juicy, with the toum garlic sauce and ayran adding distinctive finishing touches. The overall atmosphere, service and attention to detail make this spot a reliable, satisfying choice for a quick and delicious meal.View restaurant profile

Grillades Amira (Lasalle) - Middle Eastern, Mediterranean Restaurants in Montreal

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Grillades Amira (Lasalle)

Mediterranean restaurant to enjoy delicious halal grilled meats.

Open until 11 pm

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LaSalle

Grill Halal Kebab Seafood/Fish Sandwiches Salads

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Grillades Amira in Lasalle earns praise for generous portions and a diverse menu that covers steak, lamb chops, chicken, beef, and fish, with flavorful grilled plates and satisfying sides. The experience is complemented by friendly, attentive service and a clean, welcoming atmosphere, making it a dependable choice for families, large groups, or a casual dinner. Reviewers also note good value and efficient service even during busy times, with thoughtful variety and quality across meals.View restaurant profile

Orexi Estiatorio - Middle Eastern, Mediterranean Restaurants in Montreal

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Orexi Estiatorio

In the heart of Old Montreal, Orexi Estiatorio invites you to awaken your 'Orexi' (appetite) with the sun-drenched tastes of Greece.

Open until 10 pm

(47)

Old Montreal

Greek Mediterranean Seafood/Fish Grill

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Orexi Estiatorio is widely praised as a standout Greek dining experience in Old Montreal, with stunning, authentic flavors and consistently high quality. The octopus, calamari, sea bass and lamb chops are celebrated for their precise cookery and bold profiles, while crispy zucchini chips, tzatziki and other mezze add lively notes. Attentive service and a warm, inviting atmosphere accompany the dishes, with cocktails and desserts like loukoumades and baklava earning frequent compliments. The kitchen excels in thoughtful twists on classics and aims to deliver a memorable evening for every guest. Overall, these reviews convey a strong impression of Orexi Estiatorio as a must visit for lovers of genuine Greek cuisine in Montreal.View restaurant profile

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Grillades Amira (Laval) - Middle Eastern, Mediterranean Restaurants in Montreal

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Grillades Amira (Laval)

Mediterranean restaurant to enjoy delicious halal grilled meats.

Open until 11 pm

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Chomedey

Grill Halal Kebab Seafood/Fish Sandwiches Salads

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Reviews highlight Grillades Amira as a standout spot where the food is delicious and beautifully presented, with dishes that feel like art and a strong emphasis on both taste and aesthetics. The service is fast, courteous, and attentive in a clean, welcoming setting. The grilled meats and other offerings are described as fresh, flavorful, and of high quality, with portions and value noted by guests. The atmosphere is friendly and lively, making it a good choice for family meals or group gatherings in Laval. Many reviewers say they would definitely return.View restaurant profile

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Brocard

Taste Syria’s finest!

Open until 10 pm

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Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Syrian Middle Eastern Grill Mediterranean

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Reviews highlight Brocard as a standout for authentic Syrian and Middle Eastern flavors, generous portions, and warm, attentive service in a cozy, open kitchen setting with a stylish retro vibe. Dishes frequently praised include fatet mozat, fattoush, yalanji, hummus, kebab, shish tawook, muhammara, and batersh, with many noting the tasting menu and wine pairing as good value and the desserts as a highlight. The atmosphere is described as inviting and intimate, suitable for both date nights and gatherings, with friendly staff and a welcoming ambiance that makes guests feel at home. Across visits, the food is repeatedly described as flavorful, well balanced, and lovingly prepared, earning high recommendations and plans to return, and comments that it stands among the best Syrian Montreal dining experiences at reasonable prices; occasional notes about portion sizes on some ordering apps are mentioned but do not detract from overall excellence.View restaurant profile

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Man'oushé - Lahmajoun & Manakish

Open until 6 pm

(290)

Brossard

Middle Eastern Sandwiches

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Overall, Man'oushé - Lahmajoun & Manakish is praised for authentic Lebanese flavors, fresh dough, and generous toppings, with many reviews describing the offerings as flavorful and cooked to order. The atmosphere is described as warm, welcoming, and family friendly, and service is repeatedly noted as fast, attentive, and friendly. Menu highlights such as zaatar, lahmajoun, cheese manoushe, and other varieties are cited as high quality, delicious, and made with fresh ingredients, with free tea mentioned as a nice touch and value for money frequently noted. The place is seen as a reliable go-to option on the south shore, delivering consistency and encouraging repeat visits and strong recommendations from diners.View restaurant profile

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Shawarma Moods

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Saint-Jérôme

Lebanese Sandwiches Vegetarian Rice Bowl Middle Eastern Kebab

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Reviews collectively highlight Shawarma Moods for flavorful shawarma, crispy wraps, generous fillings, and sauces that many describe as outstanding. The food is repeatedly praised for quality and value in a clean, welcoming setting with attentive service. Several comments note the option to order regularly or weekly. Some mention that the website is only in English, but this does not diminish the overall positive impressions. Overall, Shawarma Moods stands out as a strong choice for shawarma in Montreal.View restaurant profile

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Lavraki

Open until 10 pm

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Sainte-Julie

Greek Seafood/Fish Grill Salads Mediterranean

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Lavraki earns consistent praise for well prepared Greek cuisine with generous and flavorful portions, attractive presentations, and a refined yet discreet service. The bring your own wine option and the ability to share generous platters add to a relaxed yet upscale experience with a clean, white-tablecloth atmosphere. Fresh seafood and high quality meats shine, with standout dishes including grilled platters, zucchini fries, and indulgent desserts, while the staff are described as attentive and welcoming. Overall, guests describe multiple visits as excellent and consider Lavraki a must-visit for dependable cooking, a pleasant ambiance, and good value.View restaurant profile

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Mona Mediterranean Street Food

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Old Montreal

Mediterranean Sandwiches Vegetarian

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Reviews for Mona Mediterranean Street Food highlight tasty, reasonably priced sandwiches made with fresh bread and flavorful fillings, with the smoked maple beef, falafel, and chicken options earning the strongest praise. The Philly cheese steak is well liked by some, while the Montreal steak receives mixed reactions. Service is described as friendly and welcoming, and the overall vibe is casual with outdoor seating possible in good weather. A few notes mention wait times when food is being prepared and a cold dining space, but most reviewers consider the value excellent for the Old Port location.View restaurant profile

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Bei - Beiroots

Open until 11 pm

(244)

Downtown

Lebanese Sandwiches Salads Middle Eastern

Mentioned in: Montreal's Healthy Restaurant Guide: Where to Find Nutritious Cuisine

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Reviews portray Bei as a standout Lebanese spot in downtown Montreal, with fresh, authentic flavors across wraps, shawarmas, and bowls, crispy saj bread, and generous portions; the beef and chicken shawarmas are repeatedly praised as among the best in the city, and dishes like halloumi, labneh, and za'atar fries are consistently noted for quality and balance; the ambiance is welcoming, clean, and thoughtfully designed, with friendly staff and good value including student discounts; while overall experience is highly positive, a few comments mention slower service, occasional miscommunication at the counter, or a safety incident in one visit; taken together, Bei emerges as a top choice for those craving high quality Lebanese food and a vibrant, authentic vibe that invites return.View restaurant profile

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Shawarma Moods

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Ville-Émard

Lebanese Vegetarian Sandwiches Rice Bowl Kebab Middle Eastern

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Shawarma Moods receives consistently positive remarks for flavorful, fresh shawarma, especially the crispy wraps, juicy chicken, and well balanced spices, with garlic sauce and pickled turnips noted as standout toppings; the atmosphere is described as friendly and the space clean, with attentive service at times described as excellent, although a few experiences mention slow service or bland meat and some inconsistency in portions; overall the restaurant is seen as a top destination for authentic, flavorful shawarma in Montreal and a place many would return to.View restaurant profile

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La Tasse des Dames

Anjou-St-Léonard

Tea Pastries Middle Eastern

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Cococina

(94)

Downtown

Mediterranean Market Moroccan Spanish Tapas

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Cococina stands out in Montreal for a warm vibrant upscale atmosphere with modern design and a lively vibe, offering a diverse menu that blends Moroccan and Spanish influences. The food is repeatedly described as delicious and carefully prepared, with standout dishes like grilled octopus, tajine variations, pastilla, seafood platter, and the kefta, and cocktails noted for creativity and balance. Service is praised for attentiveness and friendliness across many visits, though a few notes mention slower or inconsistent service and one disappointing experience where the service felt rushed and unfriendly, but the overall impression remains positive. The venue also scores highly for ambiance, music, and value, with some comments about seating being tight or tables small. Many are eager to return, citing the memorable atmosphere and flavorful, well presented dishes.View restaurant profile

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Celeste

Opens Today at 5:30 pm

(46)

Downtown

Italian Mediterranean

Mentioned in: The Best Spots for Dirty Martinis in Montreal

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Celeste delights with a beautiful, inviting ambiance, warm, attentive service, and exceptional food. From the decor to the open kitchen and consistently friendly staff, the experience feels polished yet welcoming. The menu blends Italian influences with refined, flavorful dishes like cannelloni and mushroom pasta, fresh seafood such as calamari and raw tuna, and standout plates like stracciatella salad with fig dressing, a perfectly cooked steak, and crispy duck fat potatoes, followed by desserts like a delicious chocolate cake. Fresh bread, a well chosen wine list, and well balanced cocktails, including espresso martinis, round out the meal. While the restaurant is a bit on the pricey side, the quality and the lively atmosphere make it a memorable night out for special occasions, dates, or celebrations with friends or family. A fresh downtown Montreal hotspot that many reviewers would return to again and again, praised for energy and consistently high standards across courses.View restaurant profile