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Amara

Authentic Lebanese flavors define every plate at Amara.

Ahuntsic-Cartierville
4.7$
OPEN11 am - 9:30 pm
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Amara serves authentic Lebanese cuisine focusing on traditional flavor profiles and fresh ingredients. The menu highlights classic mezze selections including creamy hummus, smoky baba ghanouj, and crisp falafel prepared with aromatic spice blends. Hearty grilled meat platters feature marinated tawook skewers and seasoned kafta served alongside fragrant rice or warm pita bread. The kitchen emphasizes time-honored cooking techniques that produce deep textures and balanced acidity across every dish. Fresh vegetable salads tossed in zesty lemon and olive oil vinaigrettes accompany savory pastries filled with spinach or melted cheese. The functional setting centers on the delivery of consistent, high-quality plates that represent the core pillars of Levantine gastronomy. Diners engage with a menu designed to showcase the inherent richness of Mediterranean culinary staples through simple and effective preparation methods.

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Amara offers a polarizing dining experience following its recent change in ownership and renovations. While many patrons praise the restaurant for its fresh, flavorful shawarma, generous portions, and welcoming atmosphere, others express disappointment regarding increased prices, smaller servings, and inconsistent quality compared to the past. The majority of feedback highlights the establishment as a clean, friendly, and authentic destination for Lebanese cuisine, though a segment of customers remains critical of recent operational shifts and occasional issues with food preparation or delivery service.
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Sarah
5.0

The food at Amara was absolutely DELICIOUS. We had the chicken & the beeef plate with them garlic potatoes & let me tell you about the salad dressing..... Super good.

Staff is super nice, funny & generous.

Thanks guys . Will be back for sure !!

Aug 5, 2026
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Yasir
5.0

simply the best potatoes in town.

Jul 25, 2026
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George
2.0

It pains me to leave this review. Amara was a titan of Lebanese cuisine in Montreal. It had the best plates, best portion sizes , best potatoes & garlic sauce... The list goes on. Been a regular for over 10+ years, it was such a staple for my friends & I.

Tried it after the ownership change & I was unpleased. I gave them the benefit of the doubt, maybe they haven't fully established themselves.

My second takeout order felt more of the same. The Amara we once knew is gone & it hurts.

The portion sizes have gotten smaller which is apparent from the takeout container. The prices however increased, partly due to the Reno's done in store & ownership markup. Double dipping by reducing size & increasing price.

The potatoes are awful. They used to be the best part of the meal. They are now over seasoned, at times spicy at times salty. It's so hard to find one that's just right.

The loose chicken also seems to be cut thinner, used to get larger pieces on the plate, nowadays it feels like I'm getting minced paper.

Whatever the case, I will always cherish the memories created at Amara & the countless meals it provided. I genuinely hope that I can edit this review one day to put it back as a 5 star, but until then I'm sorry Amara.

Jul 9, 2026
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Mariam
2.0

I ordered delivery. They told me 30 minutes. It was here in 50 minutes. The food was cold, meat & chicken super dry, the rice was dry & bland, I asked for rice only & they gave me potatoes & rice. I asked for the creamy coleslaw & fatoush. They gave me bland, no salt or peppers or mayo or carrots. The fatoush had no tomatoes which is mandatory in fatoush. & it was overall just dry, oily & bland food. I spent almost 45$ for horrible food & experience. Never buying there again.

Jan 25, 2026
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Alex
5.0

Delicious falafel & garlic potatoes at a good price. Less than $15 with an 18% tip!
If you skip the garlic sauce, it is vegan.

Sep 7, 2025
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Unboxing
5.0

Always a satisfying big plate with lots of vegetables, rice, potatoes & meat. Looks & tastes amazingly fresh. Forget the others, give a try to Amara !!

May 27, 2025
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Ann
5.0

Great shawarma place in town, portion is generous, beef is perfectly cooked & savory, potatoes perfectly paired with garlic sauce. Definitely my go to place for shawarma in montreal!

Aug 5, 2024
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Yodaman
5.0

Can't go wrong here! The pita sandwiches are great though I think they could be a little bigger. The garlic potatoes are delicious. The service was quick & friendly. I'll definitely be returning for another bite! 👍😎

Jan 12, 2024
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