#Abu_ElZulof is a fine dining & the best brunch restaurant in Montreal, our mission is to WOW people everyday and bring back forgotten traditional flavors and vibes ??
Overall, reviews describe Abu el Zulof as a lively, welcoming spot where authentic Middle Eastern flavors shine in generous portions, with highlights including mezze, kebab, mansaf, tabbouleh, fattoush, kibbeh nayyeh, and other traditional dishes that keep guests coming back. The atmosphere is repeatedly praised for being warm and festive, with live music and a belly dancer on certain evenings that many find memorable, while the service is often described as friendly, attentive, and professional, making diners feel at home. Guests commonly commend fresh, well seasoned food that is nicely presented and reliably flavorful, and note that the per person set menus and sharing style work well for groups and celebrations. Some reviews mention high prices relative to portion sizes or occasional inconsistency in portions or pacing, and a few dishes receive mixed opinions. Overall, Abu el Zulof is regarded as a strong choice for authentic Lebanese and Middle Eastern dining with a vibrant ambiance, great value for some, and a willingness to return for the overall experience.
Great food, even better service. We were here for the first time & Ali was very helpful with the menu & the recommendations, spot on. The meat platter is a must. Ward was also serving us & she was very timely with he food & patient with a big group. Place is highly recommend, great vibe, nice decor, comfy seats, spacious, welcoming, generous & most importantly authentically tasteful.
I would recommend trying this restaurant if you get a chance, my brother & I had a good meal here. The sambousek with sujuk & cheese are delicious. I had the mansaf, which was pricey but the portion size definitely makes up for it (about 1.5 portions worth of food for me, 2 if you're a lighter eater) & the dish tastes good too. It's also a unique dish that's hard to find outside a Jordanian household so definitely consider that too. The ambiance was nice & quiet with good decor which provided a good environment to enjoy your food. Service was slightly cold but still met the minimum acceptable level, overall not a huge issue but if you prioritize warm service this might be an issue. Overall, would say it was money well spent & is worth giving a try if you're in the area.
The place was absolutely wonderful so amazing & charming I'm so happy I found a spot in Montreal that still carries Arabic vibes within the French community. The service was also outstanding. Special thanks to Abbas Jammal for his kindness & humility his great customer service at the shisha place made the experience even better. I'll definitely be coming back the next time 🌹
La cuisine est basique mais trop cher pour ce qui l'en es, je trouve que les prix par personne sont exorbitant, le service normal, la seule chose qui est parfaite c'est l'ambiance .
We had a great experience at Abu el Zulof! The atmosphere was lovely & the food was excellent. We tried the lentil soup, fatoush, shish tawook, & chicken bil saniye - all of them were delicious & full of flavor. The only dish that didn't impress us was the mutabbal crispy eggplant (#7).
Overall, a wonderful meal & we would happily come back again!
Sep 8, 2025
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I had chosen this place months ago, really excited to celebrate my wedding anniversary & birthday with my husband. I was looking forward to a fun night, live music, & dancing. The food itself was tasty, but honestly very overpriced. On top of that, we were charged $20 each for the band, but they only played from 10 pm until 12:30 am. After they stopped, there was no music at all-not even background music-which instantly killed the atmosphere & made it feel like the night was over. For a place that looks so lively & glamorous on social media, the reality was a big disappointment. For such a special occasion, I expected so much more than just good food.
Not my first time & not will be the last ofc.. The ambiance was absolutely perfect ; cozy, elegant, & so inviting. & a special thank you to Oula for the exceptional service - attentive, kind, & made the whole evening even more enjoyable. Can't wait to come back! 🌟🍽?
Petit resto bien sympa/repas excellent . Le service au début était parfait les plats étaient rapidement arrivés après avoir commandé. Par contre, dès qu'on avait terminé de manger, on a dû demander à deux différents serveurs pour le menu afin de choisir le dessert, & cela a pris beaucoup de temps.
Mise à jour : Mon copain & moi sommes retournés à ce resto. & le service était nettement mieux. Plus rapide & efficace. On a recommandé le Mansaf 😅
