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Abu Elias

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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Reviews for Abu Elias

Food
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on Google4 (1000+)
*as of 2026-07-15
5★
66%
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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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The Best Lebanese food

Aug 26, 2025
on Google

The staff was so nice to us & the food was incredible! 10/10 would recommend.

Aug 21, 2025
on Google
5.0

Been coming since i was 6 years old kibbeh nayeh still the same amazing taste great job guy i highly recommend.

Aug 20, 2025
on Google

So good

Aug 11, 2025
on Google

Amazing & healthy Lebanese sandwiches. Meet made on charcoal..!

Aug 10, 2025
on Google

Fresh meat everyday you can't go wrong with anything you orde

Aug 6, 2025
on Google

Best food in town fresh Halal & a professional & friendly team.
Nayef is doing a wonderful job.

Aug 5, 2025
on Google

Best in town for Lebanese sandwiches-especially raw meat ones. No seating though as it's not technically a restaurant. Its meat is also pretty good quality for the price you pay.

Aug 4, 2025
on Google

Tasty food but too salty. Very loud music to the point of being unpleasant

Aug 3, 2025
on Google

Ordered from Uber eats, chicken + lamb pita & roasted potatoes. Very tasty & fresh, very pleased with the quality! I'll be back :-)

Jul 25, 2025
on Google