Best Turkish, Tea, Mediterranean Restaurants in Montreal (2026) - Reviews & Menus

Que Sera Syrah - Turkish, Tea, Mediterranean Restaurants in Montreal

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Que Sera Syrah

Wine, oyster & cocktail bar / 18 years & over / lunch + evening + brunch

Opens Today at 11 am

(260)

Brossard

Mediterranean Seafood/Fish Tapas Buvette Charcuterie Tartare

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Review Summary

Que Sera Syrah feels like a warm, stylish hub on the Dix where a tapas style menu, fresh local ingredients, and regularly refreshed seasonal dishes deliver flavorful, refined experiences. The wine list is generous and thoughtfully curated, with interesting natural selections and pairing ideas that elevate each course, while cocktails are inventive and well balanced. Service is consistently attentive and friendly, and the ambiance blends cozy and chic for intimate dinners or lively gatherings, with dishes described as creative and beautifully presented. Overall, the impression is of a destination for memorable meals and excellent wines, with occasional notes about slower service or a few items that may not hit every palate, yet the constant theme is quality, originality, and a memorable visit that invites a return.View restaurant profile

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Grillades Amira (Lasalle) - Turkish, Tea, Mediterranean Restaurants in Montreal

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Grillades Amira (Lasalle)

Mediterranean restaurant to enjoy delicious halal grilled meats.

Opens Today at 11 am

(65)

LaSalle

Grill Halal Kebab Seafood/Fish Sandwiches Salads

Review Summary

Overall reviews highlight bold flavors and generous portions at Grillades Amira Grill, with calamari standing out as exceptionally crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, repeatedly described as the best bite by diners. The plates are noted for variety and size, offering salads, potatoes, and grilled vegetables alongside meats, and the group platters are seen as a great deal, though some sides and beverages are considered overpriced. The juice and several desserts drew ire for high prices, especially when taken to go, while the main dishes and salads earned praise for authenticity and quality. Service and atmosphere are commonly praised, described as friendly, attentive, calm, and upscale, though one location delivered slow service and poor initial attention. Some reviewers call Grillades Amira Grill the best halal steak house in town and express plans to return to enjoy the calamari and other hearty offerings.View restaurant profile

Grillades Amira (Laval) - Turkish, Tea, Mediterranean Restaurants in Montreal

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Grillades Amira (Laval)

Mediterranean restaurant to enjoy delicious halal grilled meats.

Opens Today at 11 am

(30)

Chomedey

Grill Halal Kebab Seafood/Fish Sandwiches Salads

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Grillades Amira Grill comes through as a busy but well paced spot with excellent customer service and amazing food that is worth the money. The experience is described as spectacular food, helpful staff, and a striking black and orange decor inside, with a suggestion to try the mocktails. Group dining for iftar was excellent, with everything cooked to perfection and a wide variety of options. Service is relatively fast, and large sharing platters were a highlight, with plenty ordered and enjoyed. Overall impressions are positive, with consistent praise for the team's effort and plans to return.View restaurant profile

Orexi Estiatorio - Turkish, Tea, 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.

Opens Tuesday at 5 pm

(45)

Old Montreal

Greek Mediterranean Seafood/Fish Grill

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Orexi Estiatorio offers a warm, inviting Greek dining experience with consistently delicious dishes from grilled octopus and zucchini chips to lamb chops, sea bass, and a ribeye steak, plus crowd pleasers like moussaka croquettes and desserts such as baklava and loukoumades. The atmosphere is praised for its cozy vibe, tasteful decor, and a hint of Greek music that enhances the meal. Attentive, knowledgeable service guides guests through the menu and makes diners feel well cared for. Overall, this popular spot in Old Montreal is seen as a standout for authentic flavors, high quality food, and a memorable night out worth repeating.View restaurant profile

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La Tasse des Dames

Anjou-St-Léonard

Tea Pastries Middle Eastern

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Cococina

(67)

Downtown

Mediterranean Market Moroccan Spanish Tapas

Review Summary

Reviews describe Cococina as a standout dining spot with delicious, beautifully presented dishes that blend Moroccan and Spanish influences, complemented by creative cocktails and a warm, vibrant, upscale atmosphere that works for celebrations or a cozy date night. The interior design is repeatedly praised as stylish and the overall vibe is welcoming and lively, sometimes described as instagrammable. Service is a mix of high praise for attentiveness and professionalism and occasional notes of slowness or miscommunication, but the consensus is that when the service hits its stride the experience is memorable. Dishes like tajine variations, seafood platters, octopus, calamars, and lamb receive frequent compliments, while a few items such as certain shrimp preparations or poutine have caveats about taste or portion size and some reviews mention timing constraints that affected the meal. Overall, Cococina is viewed as a strong, high quality option in Montreal with many guests planning to return and recommend it, while acknowledging that as a newer venue some aspects can still be refined.View restaurant profile

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Sofra Kabab

Opens Today at 11 am

(209)

Chomedey

Turkish Grill Salads

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Overall, Sofra Kabab is widely praised for authentic Turkish BBQ with flavorful, well-seasoned meats grilled over charcoal, warm homemade bread, generous portions, and strong value for the price. Diners celebrate the range from Adana kebab and mixed grills to tombik sandwiches, pide, and kunefe, often describing the dishes as fresh, juicy, and expertly prepared, with sides and appetizers receiving frequent compliments. The service is noted as friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere is cozy and clean, making it a reliable spot for dine in or takeout. While most experiences are highly positive, a few reviewers mention occasional inconsistencies in meat seasoning or balance, some dishes arriving saltier than expected, and crowding or limited seating during peak times. Overall, Sofra Kabab appears to deliver solid Turkish flavors, generous portions, and a welcoming vibe that keeps guests returning.View restaurant profile

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Mona Mediterranean Street Food

Opens Today at 12 pm

(25)

Old Montreal

Mediterranean Sandwiches Vegetarian

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Reviewers consistently praise Mona Mediterranean Street Food for delicious pita sandwiches with tender meats and fresh, soft bread that makes the fillings shine. Favorites include the smoked maple beef, falafel, chicken cutlet and a version of Philly cheese steak, with others noting well balanced sauces and generous fillings. Prices are described as reasonable for the Old Port, offering good value for the taste. Service is friendly and welcoming, with a warm vibe, while the dining room can feel a bit cold and the kitchen can be a touch slow when ingredients are fresh. An outdoor space is anticipated in warmer weather. Newly opened but already getting strong word of mouth, Mona is seen by many as one of the best meals in Montreal so far, with several reviewers eager to return to try more items.View restaurant profile

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Brocard

Taste Syria’s finest!

Opens Today at 12 pm

(174)

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Syrian Middle Eastern Grill Mediterranean

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Reviews describe Brocard as a warmly welcoming Syrian restaurant with an open kitchen, cozy vibe and stylish retro decor where dishes are authentic, vibrant and beautifully presented. Diners praise the mezze and mains like fatet mozat, shish barak, sayadeyeh, batersh, muhammara, fattoush, kibbeh and lamb cuts, noting generous flavors, balanced spice and tender textures. Many highlight great value for quality, attentive and friendly service, and a lively yet intimate atmosphere suited for gatherings, dates or celebrations. The tasting menu is often described as flawless and the overall experience as consistently excellent, with standout desserts and drinks such as the Polo drink. Some feedback mentions occasional small portions on ordering platforms and a few minor inconsistencies, but these are outweighed by the overall praise. Overall, Brocard is regarded as one of the best Syrian spots in Montreal, notable for affordable pricing, high quality authentic flavors, warm service and a welcoming space with a nostalgic cinematic ambiance.View restaurant profile

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Celeste

Opens Tuesday at 5:30 pm

(40)

Downtown

Italian Mediterranean

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Reviews collectively describe Celeste as a stunning, inviting dining room with beautiful décor, a warm, attentive staff, and a vibe that blends refined elegance with comfort. The food is consistently praised for freshness and flavor, with highlights such as cannelloni, mushroom pasta, branzino tartar, calamari, and raw tuna, along with a standout stracciatella salad, cowgirl cut steak, and crispy duck fat potatoes; desserts like a chocolate cake are repeatedly cited as exceptional. Drinks, including red wine from Puglia and espresso martinis, are noted as well balanced, and the bread is described as amazingly fresh. While the restaurant is seen as on the pricier side, many feel the quality, presentation, and service make the experience worthwhile, making it a popular choice for special occasions, date nights, or lively evenings with friends. The atmosphere and staff are consistently described as top notch, with guests leaving eager to return to Celeste for another memorable night out.View restaurant profile

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Lavraki

Opens Today at 4 pm

(21)

Sainte-Julie

Greek Seafood/Fish Grill Salads Mediterranean

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Lavraki earns high marks for Greek cuisine with generous, flavorful portions and appealing presentations. The dining experience is described as refined and attentive, set in a quiet, elegant atmosphere with clean white linens. Dishes span crispy zucchini fries, fresh salads, and a range of seafood and grilled meats, all praised for freshness and quality. A bring-your-own-wine policy is frequently noted as a plus, adding value to the outing. Service is consistently highlighted as friendly and professional, helping to create a welcoming and enjoyable evening. Overall Lavraki is seen as a standout and a reliable choice for flavorful Greek cooking that guests are eager to repeat.View restaurant profile