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Abu Elias

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

Ville Saint-Laurent
4.2$$
OPEN8 am - 8 pm
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Middle EasternGrillBakeryBreakfastBoutique-CounterButcher ShopPrepared Meals
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About

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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67%
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Reviews for Abu Elias

Food
Service
on Google4 (1000+)
*as of 2026-08-01
5★
67%
4★
11%
3★
5%
2★
14%
1★
5%

Review Summary

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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He makes great shish & beef sandwiches & kebeh nayeh.

Dec 25, 2023
on Google

Friendly staff

Dec 19, 2023
on Google

The absolute freshest, most delicious, & flavourful food! I always take the mixed platter for a variety & it never disappoints. Besides the quality of the food, the service is great, the people are warm & make you feel welcomed! An absolute must if you're visiting Montreal but want to have a taste of Lebanon.

Nov 18, 2023
on Google

1/2 grillade mix pour 31 dollars c'est nul la quantité & la qualité.

Nov 17, 2023
on Google

Use to be way better. Not worth spending my hard earned money when it's hit or miss.

Oct 30, 2023
on Google

Meilleur filet mignons & meilleur makanek que j’ai mangé.

Oct 16, 2023
on Google

This place is where true Lebanese food is made ........others try & replicate but fail miserably .... this place though gets it right !

Sep 27, 2023
on Google

Excellente boucherie. Leur sandwich de filet mignon est un incontournable

Sep 12, 2023
on Google

5 stars,the best.

Sep 11, 2023
on Google

We came all the way from Ontario to try Abu Elias. We had the BEST tawouk & habra sandwiches, the taste was EPIC. 🙌 CHAPEAU �

Sep 4, 2023
on Google