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Amir

Griffintown
4.0$
OPEN11 am - 10 pm
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LebaneseMediterraneanMiddle EasternSandwichesKebabVegetarian
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About

Amir delivers an authentic Middle Eastern fast-casual experience centered on high-volume production of fresh, flavorful staples. The menu highlights signature charcoal-grilled meat skewers, including marinated shish tawook and kafta, served alongside fluffy basmati rice and signature garlic sauce. Patrons frequently select the classic shawarma wraps, which feature thinly sliced vertical rotisserie proteins layered with fresh vegetables and pickles inside warm pita bread. The kitchen emphasizes speed and consistency, utilizing traditional spice blends to achieve a recognizable, bold flavor profile across all Mediterranean-inspired offerings. Fresh fattoush and tabouli salads provide crisp, herb-forward accompaniments to heavier protein plates, while crispy falafel discs round out the vegetarian options. This establishment maintains a functional, no-frills environment designed for quick service and efficient takeout, ensuring that each meal adheres to established quality standards for Lebanese-style street food.
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5★
66%
4★
4%
3★
3%
2★
18%
1★
9%

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Reviews for Amir

Food
Service
on Google3.9 (700+)
*as of 2026-07-15
5★
66%
4★
4%
3★
3%
2★
18%
1★
9%

Review Summary

Feedback for Amir is widely mixed, with many patrons praising the fresh, flavorful shawarma, generous portions, and exceptionally friendly service that makes for a welcoming dining experience. Frequent visitors often highlight the high quality of the hummus and the efficiency of the catering services, while others appreciate the convenience and affordability of the meals. However, some diners report inconsistencies in food quality, ranging from dry chicken to instances where portions felt small or ingredients lacked freshness. Negative experiences also include complaints about long wait times, inventory management issues during orders, and dissatisfaction regarding price changes or portions under new management, indicating that while many consider it a top-tier destination, service and consistency can vary.
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1.0

I haven't ate at an Amir in years.Popped into the one on notre-dame.Stay away.The cook scraped the old chicken of the tray instead of cutting of the rotisserie.I got the sandwich home 2 minutes later & opened the wrap.The whole sandwich fell apart onto my floor.Pita was soggy.Took 1 bite & threw it out.Read the reviews this place is horrible.

Jun 20, 2026
on Google

Used to be decent a few months ago but something has changed. Staff does not pay attention & are not service-minded, they forgot what we ordered within minutes even though we were the only ones in the restaurant. More focused on talking to themselves than taking care of the customer. The food quality is also worse & doesn't feel as fresh anymore, especially the chicken is extremely dry. It used to come with pita but both that & hummus was missing, so not only is the quality worse but also missing things that you usually would get. Would not return again & we used to go at least once a month.

May 24, 2026
on Google

Food is just okay - chicken was dry. That's about it.

Mar 3, 2026
on Google

I have visited Amir several times in person, & my previous experiences were always positive. That is why today's situation was especially disappointing.
I placed an order, & neither the delivery menu nor the in-store menu indicated that chicken dishes were unavailable. I waited 30 minutes before being informed that my order could not be prepared due to the lack of the main ingredient.
On top of that, I was asked to cancel the order myself & was warned about possible issues with receiving a refund. This is completely unacceptable. Customers should not be responsible for internal inventory issues or the failure to update the menu.
As a result, my dinner & evening were ruined. As a returning customer, I expected a much more responsible & professional approach.

I would appreciate some form of goodwill compensation for the inconvenience, & I trust measures will be taken to prevent similar situations in the future.

Feb 18, 2026
on Google

Made the mistake of buy one get one on Uber for their shish taouk. Very little chicken (which was dry anyways), & a pathetic tiny drop of garlic sauce for each bol. Why are they rationing garlic sauce? Used to be both hummus & garlic, now it's basically neither unless you pay 2.50$ on Uber for a tiny cup extra? Save your time & money & don't order from here.

Jan 27, 2026
on Google

The hummus is incredibly creamy & the chicken shawarma is seasoned to perfection. 5/5!

Dec 17, 2025
on Google

Their chicken shawarma is the real deal, perfectly spiced & juicy. A must-try!

Dec 14, 2025
on Google

The chicken shawarma was amazing! Super juicy, full of flavor, & that garlic sauce is next level!

Nov 10, 2025
on Google

rice was tasteless, chicken was unseasoned, & lettuce tasted off? it was also pretty small for the price they were selling a plate at. wouldn't return.

Jun 30, 2025
on Google

Went there Monday before Habs game Ordered the shawarma plate. The beef taste like plastic & dry. My son chicken wrap is very dry. Not alot of people but still wait 10 minutes to get order You only go there once. I don't understand the 4 stars reviews.

Dec 9, 2024
on Google