Avesta
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Avesta
Unpretentious, pillow-filled Turkish eatery serving classic stews, savory crêpes & varied mezes.
12 pm - 2 am
| Monday | 5 pm - Midnight |
| Tuesday | 12 pm - Midnight |
| Wednesday | 12 pm - Midnight |
| Thursday | 12 pm - Midnight |
| Friday | 12 pm - 2 am |
| Saturday | 12 pm - 2 am |
| Sunday | 12 pm - Midnight |
Info & Location
About us
Avesta serves you its Turkish cuisine such as dishes from Tava Kavurma, Muhammara, Sadj Kavurma, and more.
Our Specialties
Meat, Lamb, Chicken, Beef, Manti, Lamb shank, Sadj Kavurma, Menemen, Gozleme, Mezzes, Sandwiches, Rices, Boulgour, Eggs, Desserts, Wine, Beer, Turkish Raki, Turkish Tea & Juices.
Amenities, services & more
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Reviews often mention
turkish(46) kebab(19) manti(16) fresh(15) recommend(15) authentic(12) mezze(10) dishes(9) downtown(9)Page 1 of 8 - 158 Reviews
Nancy
AMAZING PLACE- go try all the mezze & the grilled meats are chefs kiss, music was so good & they make you fresh bread in front of you!!View more
Nancy
The absolute #1 Turkish food in Montreal, & their Konafa is #1, fresh, & delicious! They even lowered their prices!! Unheard in Montreal!! Same amount of food! Their service is always with a smile, I return on a regular basis & refer many who are looking for a great restaurant downtown. Enjoy! Great for families, couples & friends.View more
What's
A Taste of Tradition: Turkish Culinary Gem in the Heart of Downtown Montreal
In the bustling heart of downtown Montreal, there's a Turkish restaurant that has quietly stood the test of time since 2006. Amid the city's fast pace & modern distractions, this spot offers a rare & authentic taste of tradition.
The moment you walk in, you're greeted by the sight of a woman at work, expertly rolling out dough by hand-an image straight out of a Turkish kitchen. She's been with the restaurant for decades, & her quiet dedication sets the tone for what's to come: fresh, handmade dishes rooted in time-honored techniques.
The space itself is modest in size but full of soul. Traditional Turkish décor & artwork bring warmth & cultural depth to the interior, creating an atmosphere that feels both familiar & transportive. On select evenings, the addition of live music further enhances the experience, blending sound & flavor in the most inviting way.
What truly sets this restaurant apart is the unmistakable sense of care in every dish. Each plate is made to order using top-quality ingredients-no shortcuts, no compromises. The flavors are rich & comforting, evoking memories of meals lovingly prepared by a grandmother's hands.
The standout dish during our visit was the manti, a Turkish classic. These delicate, hand-folded dumplings were absolute perfection-tender, flavorful, & finished with a velvety yogurt & butter sauce. It's the kind of dish that silences a table, if only for a moment of pure appreciation.
We ended our meal with the quintessential pairing of Turkish tea & lokum (Turkish delight), the final sweet note to a deeply satisfying & memorable experience.
This is not just a restaurant-it's a celebration of heritage in the middle of downtown. A true hidden gem for those seeking authenticity, warmth, & a culinary connection to tradition.View more
Ladan
A gateway to Turkish & Kurdish cuisine in downtown Montreal. The menu offers a variety of delicious mezzes, kebabs, wrap sandwiches & other dishes. Also, the decoration in the restaurant is beautiful & welcoming.View more
Sharon
Very friendly service. We also appreciated watching the owner make fresh bread to order. Everything was delicious. Check them out!View more
Captain
Probably best Turkish restaurant in the city, especially variety or authenticity wise.View more
LAHNA
La Urfa kebab était trop bon 😋 lahmacun aussi mais la serveuse était mchenfa comme pas possible 😲 pas du tout accueillanteView more
Monaco
Food was good. Service wasn't worth getting asked to leave a tip by the terminal.
Also had to argue about my friends working service animal, fully permitted & registered with provincial paperwork.
Was really hoping for a better experience.View more
Yasmine
Un petit coin de Turquie authentique : cuisine simple, savoureuse & généreuse, comme à la maison.View more
Ihsane
Une véritable pépite au coeur de Montréal ! Dès qu'on franchit la porte, on est transporté : la décoration est sublime, chaleureuse & dépaysante, un vrai voyage en Turquie.
Les produits sont d'une qualité irréprochable, tout est frais, savoureux & parfaitement assaisonné. Le personnel est attentionné, souriant & passionné, ce qui rend l'expérience encore plus agréable. Un sans faute du début à la fin.
À découvrir absolument pour les amateurs de cuisine authentique !View more
Julien
J ai attendu 6 ans pour revenir dans ce restaurant, que du bonheur, le jarret d agneau, les baklavas juste tièdesView more
Zaynab
Starters are absolutely delicious
Main course also very good
Highly recommendView more
Sreekutty
I tried kunafa from avesta, the taste was good, the vermicelli was really crispy, not tooooo sweet but with enough sweetness with the good flavour. But I felt the portion was a little bit smaller than I expected. That's the only thing I felt. Otherwise, it was a really good place with good ambience & good service.View more
Kimmy
Every time I passed by, I saw her sitting by the window kneading dough. I had high expectations for the food, but it fell short. But the food feel healthy . So it was goodView more
Mehdi
Vibe trés cozy avec charme turque
Accueil chaleureux & courtois
Gastronomie raffinée & plats delicieuxView more
Estelle
Çoklezetli ! On s'est régalés tout était super, les serveurs étaient très gentils & les plats étaient vraiment trop bonsView more