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Au Tarot RestoMontreal.ca
Au Tarot RestoMontreal.ca
Au Tarot RestoMontreal.ca
Au Tarot RestoMontreal.ca
Au Tarot RestoMontreal.ca
Au Tarot RestoMontreal.ca
Restaurant

Au Tarot

Fine Mediterranean Restaurant in Montreal
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.7$$ & $$$
OPEN11:45 am - 11 pm
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MediterraneanAlgerianMoroccanMiddle EasternCouscousSaladsGluten-free OptionsBring your own wineCateringTasting Menu

About us

For more than 35 years, the restaurant Au Tarot has established itself as the best Mediterranean restaurant in Montreal. The restaurant Au Tarot is at once an Algerian restaurant, a Moroccan restaurant, and a Tunisian restaurant, as it marries all the cuisine of the Maghreb. To save you the effort of cooking, the restaurant offers free delivery of its fresh traditional dishes, cooked every day with care. Takeout meals are also available. Consult the chef for special delivery during events, weddings, film shoots, office parties, etc.

The chef-owner, Nouredine Kara, demanding and a perfectionist, does his own shopping by selecting the best fresh products from the market every day. He oversees everything: from the preparation of the semolina to the homemade production of the merguez; from the perfect composition of the tagines (which are undoubtedly the best in Montreal), to the warm and affable welcome of all customers. One often encounters many personalities from the world of arts, business, or politics at the restaurant, who are loyal fans of tagines, pastillas, and couscous, as well as the charm that reigns here.

Au Tarot: quality, calm atmosphere, smiles, and a warm welcome… nothing but happiness!

Our Specialties

Couscous, Tagine

Amenities, services & more

We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac, Mobile Payment, Contactless Payment
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Reviews for Au Tarot

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Review Summary

Au Tarot earns warm praise for flavorful, comforting Moroccan and North African dishes, with couscous and tajines highlighted as standouts and portions that feel generous and satisfying. The atmosphere is described as friendly and inviting, with attentive service and a host who makes guests feel welcome and at ease, often like a family welcome. Many reviews emphasize fresh, well balanced flavors, reasonable prices, and dependable takeout options that preserve the homemade character of each dish. The menu is noted for variety and authenticity, including lamb and chicken tajines, and the couscous is highlighted as exceptional by several diners. While some comments point to a cozy, small space and occasional inconsistencies, the overall experience is marked by hospitality, generous servings, and a spirit of generosity that guests repeatedly respond to with plans to return.
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5.0

Ambiance, service & plats excellents

Apr 30, 2018
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4.5

L'ambiance est décontractée. C' est quasi comme être chez soi ou la parenté aimée. La saveur & qualité servies fondent délicieusement dans le palais. le ne cherchai pas le gros luxe des gros hotels.

Mar 30, 2018
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5.0

Ambiance sympathique & intime, bon service attentionné & nourriture délicieuse. Très bon endroit pour se régaler de cuisine marocaine.

Feb 25, 2018
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4.0

Super ambiance chaleureuse & le chef est merveilleux. Bravo !!!

Dec 29, 2017
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4.5

Service efficace & sympa. Plats traditionnels savoureux. Ambiance décontractée.

Oct 29, 2017
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4.5

Un beau voyage côté culinaire & ambiance!! je le recommande grandement!!

Jul 16, 2017
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4.0

The lamb shanks were excellent, with deep, rich flavor, the marriage with prunes in a thick reduction creating a wonderful presentation of a classic tagine. The rolled sole tagine was also very interestbut was a little heavy on the turmeric for me. The waiter's gentle prodding toward specific suggestions made me wonder whether the entire menu was really available.

Jul 3, 2017
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3.5

Très bon service, bel ambiance, couscous aux trois viandes le jarret d'agneau était sur-réchauffé & désseché; le tout manquait un peu de d'épices & saveur plutôt fade.

Jun 26, 2017
5.0

Nous avons eu un excellent souper. Le repas était savoureux & en portion très généreuse. Nous avons pu rapporter à la maison ce qui restait ( pas de gaspillage).
La salade du Tarot en entrée était exceptionnellement savoiureuse. Le repas principal vraiment délicieux & tout ça, à un prix très raisonnable.
L'accueil, l'ambiance & le service très cool. On y retournera très certainement, en famille & avec des amis.
Un Resto à découvrir ou à redécouvrir.

Dec 31, 2016