Avesta
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Avesta
Unpretentious, pillow-filled Turkish eatery serving classic stews, savory crêpes & varied mezes.
11 am - Midnight
| Monday | 11 am - Midnight |
| Tuesday | 11 am - Midnight |
| Wednesday | 11 am - Midnight |
| Thursday | 11 am - Midnight |
| Friday | 11 am - 3 am |
| Saturday | 11 am - 3 am |
| Sunday | 11 am - 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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Events Nearby
Burger Week 2025
Sep 1, 2025 to Sep 7, 2025
Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel Celebrates Pride
Aug 10, 2025 to Aug 11, 2025
Reviews often mention
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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
Sharon
Very friendly service. We also appreciated watching the owner make fresh bread to order. Everything was delicious. Check them out!View more
Stefania
Simple, tasty, & small cozy restaurant that serves authentic Turkish dishes. We ordered: beef Gözleme, Sadj Lamb, Avesta salad & the best of the best, Manti. All super fresh & served very quickly. We ended the night with an authentic Turkish tea. I would definitely come back to try other dishes.View more
Khorshid
Food quality is average, Muhammara didn't taste fresh, also lamb kebab smells alot! Friday night it was live music which I enjoyed it!View more
Caroline
We just loved this restaurant - a little gem downtown near the forum. All the food was fresh, delicious & ever so flavourful. The waitstaff was attentive & friendly & very helpful with all recommendations. Highly recommend this spot.View more
Laura
Absolutely wonderful restaurant. The food is DELICIOUS. Extremely fresh & bursting with flavour. Highly recommend the lamb, eggplant mezze, & red pepper mezze! Service was excellent- our waitress was very kind & attentive & the food came VERY quickly! Great spot to have dinner before or after a movie as the forum is right down the street.View more
Karim
Very good food Trukish food, nice enough decore. Middle of the road restaurant. We tried several items & all were excellent. The highligh is certainly the trukish calzone style cheese or spinach, fresh on a hot iron dome, right at the front of the place. Service is friendly, but could be a bit more on point. Overall a great experience.View more
Mert
Came here in 2018 & in 2023 & its the same amazing quality. Highly recommend their fresh Manti it was full of flavor & a great portion. The ambiance & vibe is very nice for a dinner. Their Sarma & Koz Patlican is very delicious as apps & their Lahmacun also tastes amazing. Lots of flavors & options in their menu for a good price. I also recommend their Kunefe as well it is the best dessert! Overall its a great play to eat for a date, with friends, & with family with lots of options & flavor.View more
Kayla
Amazing food & service,
Everything is fresh, with great portions.
This is quality.
A must try!!!!View more
Tawsif
Delicious food & great service. The fresh made pita is not to be missed!
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Sharareh
Quality, fresh materials , mezze , soo tasty & delicious, as a tukish food lover, I didn't expect that , Chef great job 👍any time I ll visit montreal as a tourist again ,I will come Avesta . 🙏👏View more
Suela
I absolutely love Avesta’s homey atmosphere. It somehow ‘takes’ me to Turkey :) Their food is always fresh & super delicious. Lots of variety too. Their hummus mezze, bourek, lentil soup, etc or the gozleme, manti & other dishes are really good! I strongly recommend AvestaView more