Monday

8 am - 8 pm

Tuesday

8 am - 8 pm

Wednesday

8 am - 8 pm

Thursday

8 am - 8 pm

Friday

8 am - 8 pm

Saturday

8 am - 8 pm

Sunday

8 am - 8 pm

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Abu Elias specializes in authentic Middle Eastern culinary traditions with a robust focus on charcoal-grilled meats and freshly prepared bakery items. The menu features signature shish tawook, kafta, and tender lamb skewers seasoned with traditional spice blends and served alongside warm, pillowy pita bread baked directly on-site. Traditional accompaniments include creamy garlic sauce, velvety hummus, and fresh tabbouleh that highlight the depth of Levantine flavor profiles. The kitchen maintains high standards for dough production, resulting in a selection of manakish topped with fragrant zaatar, salty halloumi, or minced meat mixtures. Diners encounter a straightforward environment where the focus remains entirely on the precise execution of grilled preparations and authentic baked goods. This establishment serves as a dedicated destination for those seeking reliable, high-quality ingredients processed through time-honored Mediterranean cooking techniques.

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Abu Elias is widely recognized as a cornerstone for authentic Middle Eastern cuisine and high-quality butcher services in Montreal. Many patrons praise the freshness and superior flavor of their charcoal-grilled meats, raw specialties like kibbeh nayyeh and lahmi madoua, and their signature sandwiches. While a majority of visitors highlight the friendly staff and the reliable, traditional quality of the food, some feedback notes inconsistencies in service, pricing concerns, or occasional issues with portion sizes and saltiness. Despite these mixed remarks and challenges with parking, the establishment remains a popular destination for those seeking genuine Lebanese products and catering services, with many loyal customers returning for years to enjoy consistent, flavor-packed meals.

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George

5.0

Best grill, sandwiches, sides, Kafta & shish Taouk in town by far...Fresh & well served meat, good quality ( beef, chicken & lamb ), delicious food, they know well what they're doing !
Cozy athmosphere & prompt service, a good & representative place for Middle Eastern cuisine, a place not to miss ! I will recommend it !

Aug 14, 2026

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Just

5.0

I recently visited Boucherie Abu Elias on Côte-Vertu & was really impressed. I ordered meat for kibbeh nayyeh, m2anik, & kafta - everything was fresh, high quality, & full of authentic flavor. You can really tell they know what they're doing when it comes to traditional products. Definitely one of the best spots if you're looking for genuine Middle Eastern butcher quality. Highly recommended!

May 2, 2026

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Yasmina

5.0

Everything is to die for from meat tartare to grilled meats to sandwiches to lentil soup to ready to cook meals to Middle Eastern products ✨

📍 Largely considered THE best Middle Eastern butcher in town, this family-run business has been a Ville-Saint-Laurent fixture since 1992
🥩 Raw meats, grillades, sandwiches, tartares, bakery products & so much more
🎉 Hosting a dinner party? Look no further than Abu Elias' assorted platters to impress your guests
🍽? For larger events, Abu Elias provides full-service turnkey catering for any number of guests

Apr 21, 2026

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5.0

This isn't just a butcher shop-it's a celebration of craft, heritage, & a deep respect for flavor. A Middle Eastern butcher since 1992, this place carries decades of knowledge in every cut, every seasoning, every detail. The meat tartares are truly exceptional-perfectly balanced, boldly seasoned, & handled with real finesse. Their stuffed chickens deserve special praise; each variation is thoughtfully prepared, rich in flavor, & genuinely memorable.

You don't just shop here-you can sit & eat, turning a visit into an experience. Alongside the meats, there are vibrant salads & other dishes that reflect the same care & intention. You can feel the pride they take in their work.

Feb 10, 2026

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Fredica

5.0

Premium meat & very wide & diverse selection.
Tasty prepared dishes & good selection of épicerie & middle eastern desserts.
Very hospitable service.

Inconvenience: no credit card payments. Only Debit or Cash

Feb 20, 2025

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Abu Elias

Authentic Middle Eastern flavors defined by their legendary, succulent charcoal-grilled chicken.

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