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Alep

Authentic Syrian and Armenian flavors converge in a shared plate culture that turns every meal into a storied gathering.

Little-Italy
4.5$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 5 pm
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About

Alep specializes in the vibrant traditions of Syrian and Armenian cuisine, offering an extensive selection of authentic Middle Eastern mezzes and grilled specialties. Guests encounter a menu anchored in pomegranate molasses, zaatar, and hand-rolled grape leaves that reflect a deep commitment to regional culinary heritage. The kitchen prioritizes slow-cooked stews and seasoned meats served alongside freshly prepared flatbreads and aromatic rice dishes. The interior design mirrors the warmth of the Levant, featuring traditional architectural elements and a focused layout that highlights communal eating practices. Every plate emphasizes texture and bold seasoning, from creamy hummus variations to savory kebabs fire-roasted to order. This establishment functions as a dedicated center for those seeking complex, spice-forward flavors and traditional Mediterranean preparation techniques within an understated, functional setting.
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Reviews for Alep

Food
Service
on Google4.5 (900+)
*as of 2026-09-01
5★
71%
4★
14%
3★
6%
2★
8%
1★
2%

Review Summary

Alep is widely regarded as a fantastic destination for Syrian and Middle Eastern cuisine, known for its fresh ingredients, flavourful grilled meats, and standout dishes like the creamy hummus and Knafé Bel Coco. Many visitors praise the attentive, welcoming service and the restaurant's ability to accommodate dietary restrictions with care and professionalism. Whether opting for a curated tasting menu or selecting from the varied menu, guests often highlight the excellent value and the extensive wine list. While the dining room can become quite lively and loud during busy hours, the overall atmosphere remains a popular choice for those seeking an authentic and delicious culinary experience in Montreal.
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4.0

Long review coming up . It was my first time at this restaurant & I was truly impressed. the service is friendly & professional. The restaurant (we were on the dining room side not casual side) is really nice & cozy. Perfect for date night . We reviewed the menu & opted to go with the staff selection, we are vegetarians. It turns out the suggestions were all great & tasty . the selection comes to about 50 $ per pers. + drinks + dessert . In the end, the bill is showing the individual price of the dishes that were selected for you & it does comes to about 50 $ / pers, the difference you don't pick your food & you trust the staff choices according to what you tell them in terms of preferences it's not a'selection' as such & we were offered the same food as the tables around us that had opted for the same option. I've discovered really delicious flavor combinations & selections. a few misses, the spicy fries were ok but nothing special & they got cold fast . Be aware they go heavy on the spices in every dish . Sumac & lemon are very powerful & we had a hard time finishing the last dishes our tongues were burning. The wine selection & the sommelier were good . 15 $ for 1 glass is a bit high but it was for a special night . The desserts are fabulous, I had the knaffe & my wife had the creme caramel, both excellent. A few opportunities for improvement: the music in the background was not on par with the restaurant vibe . They do go heavy handed on the dressing with some dishes . We were offered to take home whatever we could not finish but we thought they would pack the leftover for us instead of bringing boxes & bags at the table for us to do everything ourselves. All in all it was a very pleasant dining experience, perfect for a special occasion. We will come back for another special occasion but we will probably make our own choices next time . Note: finding parking on the streets around can by challenging, make sure to read the street signs & restrictions.

Feb 25, 2024
on Google

Bon restaurant avec un excellent service. Par contre, je vous suggère de ne pas choisir le menu dégustation, le prix varie de 40$ à 60$, vous ne saurez pas combien vous allez payer & les portions sont petites & sans dessert. Contre: le pain vient dans un sac plastique & froid À essayer: la salade fattouche & le filet mignon.

Feb 18, 2024
on Google
3.0

Pros : Nice atmosfere, attentive staff, light music in the background, cozy & it is possible to have a conversation Cons : tasting menu - very expensive.small portions where the price can go up to 60 cad without the dessert. Not worth it

Feb 18, 2024
on Google
5.0

I took the degustation menu & everything was awesone. I do love the filet mignon they served at the end

Feb 1, 2024
on Google

Summary: high prices, tapas portions, taste isn't that great! I ordered fattoush, humus & a chicken tawook skewer. All of the portions were so small (like kids portions, serious talk) but their prices weren't. They call this tapas (small portions). As for the taste, the humus wasn't bad but was sour, chicken was fresh but I didn't like its marination, fattoush was okay. I paid $40 & I wasn't even full. I won't repeat this visit for sure.

Jan 27, 2024
on Google

On a adoré, tout est bon, le personnel est attentionné

Jan 4, 2024
on Google
2.0

Food was ok but not generous at all bc the portions were more for kids. The breads were cold & came is a bag. Omg,it took almost 45 min for the meals to come in very small portion,it was salty & water was poored once. We went to Afghan grillade afterwords!

Dec 30, 2023
on Google

Super !

Dec 21, 2023
on Google

J'ai beaucoup aimé ma première expérience au Restaurant Alep. La nourriture était excellente, le vin était délicieux & l'ambiance était calme & ce n'était pas trop bruyant. Le sommelier sur place nous a recommandé un vin blanc extraordinaire & le serveur nous a fait plusieurs recommandations sur notre choix de nourriture. Je recommande grandement.

Dec 8, 2023
on Google

Amazing food!

Dec 7, 2023
on Google