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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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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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4.2383 ratings
5★
65%
4★
11%
3★
5%
2★
14%
1★
6%

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*as of 2026-08-01
4.2383 ratings
5★
65%
4★
11%
3★
5%
2★
14%
1★
6%
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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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Fatoumata
1.0

Really sucks every time I come here either there is a problem with my order or they serve other people before you & no excuse or anything at all

Aug 7, 2026
on Google
Youcef
1.0

Ordered the BBQ chicken for takeout & was shocked when I opened it at home, the portion was barely half a chicken for what I paid. When I called to raise the issue, the staff were dismissive & rude, telling me there was nothing they could do. No apology, no attempt to make it right.

Poor value, poor service. I won't be going back, & I'd think twice before ordering here.

Aug 3, 2026
on Google
Hadla
1.0

We ordered two full BBQ chickens with appetizers for delivery. The restaurant is literally only five minutes from our place, so we were surprised by the quality of the food we received.
Both chickens were extremely dry & tasted as though they had been pre-cooked & reheated. The skin was stuck to the meat & bones, & the chicken itself was so dry.
We have ordered from this restaurant many times before by phone for pickup, & the quality has always been good.
To be fair, we contacted the restaurant before posting this review to give them an opportunity to address the issue. Unfortunately, their customer service response was just as disappointing as the meal itself.

Jul 30, 2026
on Google
Jenny
2.0

Order lamb, fillet mignon & chicken sandwich & fried potatoes. The meat are good but not seasoned enough. Asked remove pickles for chicken one, but still added it. No garlic mayo, lettuce & magenta radish as expected.

Jul 29, 2026
on Google
M.G.F.
5.0

Many culinary delights issued from this austere, stone-faced team of bbq masters. & the very finest hummus one can expect to buy in a shop in Montréal.

Jul 12, 2026
on Google
Ale.b
5.0

I've been coming here for over a decade, love their sandwiches.

Jul 9, 2026
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Leila
2.0

Asked my mom to get me meat chunks for a BBQ. The butcher cut the meat & handed it over without mentioning the price. We got charged $60/kg. What is this? Wagyu that gets coconut oil massages & listens to Mozart? Never again.

Jul 8, 2026
on Google
Naeem
4.0

There grilled chicken is the best

Jun 28, 2026
on Google
Moh
1.0

This place is getting very greedy..
& the food is not that good anymore

Jun 26, 2026
on Google
Fadi
1.0

Tout leur sac sont déchiré & il ne font même pas attention à cause de ça j'ai était remplis de lui.Jai demandé du poulet grillée c était même pas grillé & pour le prix ce n'est vraiment pas bon!!!

Jun 20, 2026
on Google
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