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Abu Elias

Ville Saint-Laurent
4.2$$
OPEN8 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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4.2372 ratings
5★
66%
4★
11%
3★
5%
2★
14%
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*as of 2026-07-15
4.2372 ratings
5★
66%
4★
11%
3★
5%
2★
14%
1★
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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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Antonio
5.0

Amazing food! The kafta, filet mignon, & tawook sandwiches were amazing! Best bbq in Montreal! 😋😋

Feb 16, 2026
on Google
Keefer
4.0

Delicious charcoal cooked meats. The wraps are unique & cooked to perfection. A bit pricy now but the chicken & steak wraps are top notch. Service is sometimes not great when your not a local.

Feb 15, 2026
on Google
Best
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
on Google
Harun
2.0

I traveled from far away to get some charcoal barbecued chicken, it was over salted & overcooked so hard to eat, I end up throwing it in the garbage, the hummus & garlic sauce was taste less too, it end up to be a big disappointment.

Feb 3, 2026
on Google
Guide
4.0

Love the kefta & the hummus!

Jan 23, 2026
on Google
Marissa
5.0

Anytime me & my husband want some raw meat to have a quick little meal, we go here! The meat is sooo fresh! They also have potatoes & rice! So many things, I love coming here! Also they sell all types of meat!

Jan 22, 2026
on Google
Rowe
5.0

The best mixed grill ever in Montreal, customer service is the best

Dec 30, 2025
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Mohamed
5.0

The best ever meat 🥩 you can eat in ABO Elias super clean excellent service MR Bilal was so generous with us you really feel like home every thing fresh
Thank you so much for the great service & the wonderful food 🥘

Dec 30, 2025
on Google
Maha
5.0

Best Meat 🥩 Best Service 👌🏼

Dec 30, 2025
on Google
Pej
5.0

The food was amazing, it tasted like food from back home. Highly recommend this place. Thank you

Dec 29, 2025
on Google
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