Behesht Restaurant is widely praised for authentic Persian flavors, with koobideh, joojeh, and Barg offerings, generous portions, and a warm traditional atmosphere. The service is friendly and attentive, and the decor and ambiance often feel welcoming and traditional. Overall quality is high and prices are reasonable for the portions, making it a top choice for Persian cuisine in Montreal. Some reviews note occasional dishes that are not served hot or minor inconsistencies between visits, and a few experiences mention long waits or rare issues with cleanliness or safety. Taken together, the restaurant is celebrated for flavorful, well prepared meals and strong hospitality, suitable for family meals, date nights, and gatherings.
Unfortunately, they provide very poor quality food & the cook is rude, & most interestingly, the waiter determines the amount of their tip before serving you the food.
The food quality was excellent - authentic Iranian flavors, with delicious rice, saffron, & kebabs. The atmosphere was pleasant with soft, enjoyable music, & the staff were friendly, smiling, & very efficient.
May 3, 2026
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Really disappointed with my experience here. The chicken for the zereshk polo was actually good, but the rice was some of the worst I've had - it smelled off & wasn't fluffy at all, making it hard to eat. The koobideh was also disappointing; it wasn't juicy & tasted more like a burger patty than traditional koobideh. The one bright spot was the gentleman serving us, who was very nice & welcoming throughout the visit. Unfortunately, the food quality just didn't meet expectations.
In my opinion, this is the best Iranian restaurant in Montreal right now. I tried the Toranj Platter, which was delicious, followed by their Napoleon pastry & tea-it was the perfect combination. The food quality is consistent, & the staff are incredibly friendly & welcoming. If you're looking for authentic Persian flavors & a warm atmosphere, this is definitely the place to go.
Food was mediocre, although being from Vancouver, I know my expectations are high for Persian food. Atmosphere was ok, I think we were there at their quieter time so it was pleasant. The staff member was very friendly & helpful.
I was quite surprised by their price range as it was on the higher end despite the medium quality.
?I am beyond disappointed with my experience here. While the food is one thing, the management's conduct regarding the bill was completely unacceptable.
?Despite receiving no actual service throughout our meal, the manager stepped in & forced a 20% tip onto my bill. A tip is supposed to be a reflection of the quality of service provided &, above all, a choice made by the customer. Being coerced into paying a high gratuity when the staff was non-existent is unprofessional & feels like a shake-down.
?It is incredibly frustrating to be treated this way as a patron. I won't be returning to a place that disregards customer choice & tries to mandate'appreciation' for poor service.
?Pros: None (overshadowed by the experience)
Cons: Forced gratuity, lack of service, unprofessional management
I came here with my friends for my birthday. The quality of the food & the atmosphere were very good. I would like to thank Ms. Sara, who was very polite & the management was excellent.
Mar 26, 2026
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I don't know what happened to this restaurant but in last 5 month , despite the high price, the quality went down a lot. Last time I ordered more than 200$ to take out , whole BBQs was not cooked well & my kid got sick. After couple of month we've decided to give it another try & orders by phone & asked to have our food cooked well, what we got was burnt food. I don't recommend this place anymore waste of time & money!
Behesht is a respectable restaurant offering high quality food without the gastronomic'pretense culture'. The decor is modest, warm & original. If you need sunlight, you will have plenty. I invited some friends there & we all appreciated the fesendjan, it was our first 😊. It's definitely a win. Thank you to the employees who contribute to the near elysian experience. Behesht, you won your spot in my Montreal restaurant Trinity 🥳
We visited as a group of 4 & while the food quality was good & most staff were pleasant, our experience was significantly impacted by one staff member who was responsible for serving our area.
Throughout our visit, I had to get up THREE times & walk to the service area myself because we were being ignored. Each time, this staff member responded with visibly rude & dismissive reactions - which was both unprofessional & uncomfortable for our entire group.
It's a shame, because the kitchen did a great job & the other employees were friendly. However, one person's behavior can ruin an entire dining experience for a table of 4. I hope management addresses this, as it would make a real difference.
I highly recommend this Persian restaurant. The food is delicious, fresh, clean, & clearly made with high-quality ingredients. The atmosphere is beautiful, well-organized, & very pleasant, & the staff are polite & respectful.
The Koobideh kebab & Chenjekebab (grilled lamb chunks) are always our go-to choices-they're incredibly tasty, juicy, & made with great-quality meat. This place is a perfect option for a date night or for dining with friends & family.
Wishing you continued success.
Je recommande vraiment ce restaurant. On y mange très bien : les plats sont savoureux, frais & bien préparés, & on sent que la qualité est au rendez-vous. Le cadre est agréable, propre & bien organisé, & l'équipe est toujours souriante & respectueuse.
À chaque fois, on prend le kebab koobideh & le kebab chenjeh (morceaux d'agneau grillés) : c'est super bon, bien juteux, & la viande est de très bonne qualité. C'est une adresse parfaite pour un dîner à deux, mais aussi pour partager un bon repas avec des amis ou en famille.
On reviendra avec plaisir. Merci & bonne continuation !
Mar 3, 2026
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Unfortunately, I did not have a good experience with the kebab Torsh at this restaurant.
The taste was not authentic at all, & the sour flavor was unpleasant.
Most importantly, the food did not seem fresh.
Considering the price, I expected much better quality.
Additionally, given the winter season, there was a lack of proper snow removal at the restaurant entrance, which could be dangerous for customers.
I hope the management pays more attention to the quality & freshness of the food, as well as the safety of the environment.
We did not like the taste of the rice.they use very low quality rice which ruins the taste of whole dish. The kobideh kebab wasn't taste good too. & despite many available seats we were asked to sit close to washroom which wasn't nice too.
From the moment we walked in, everything was perfect. The atmosphere is warm, elegant, & very welcoming. The food is outstanding. Every dish was full of rich, authentic Iranian flavors & cooked to perfection. The kebabs were juicy & tender, the rice was fragrant, & the portions were very generous.
If you are looking for authentic Iranian cuisine in Montreal, Behesht is a must-visit. High-quality food, excellent service, & a lovely ambiance. We will definitely be coming back again & again!
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This was a first catering order for us & we do not recommend this restaurant due to *lateness*, *incomplete preparation*, *inappropriate presentation* & poor quality of food. It didn't seem like they understood what it means to cater ready food nor that they appreciated our business.
We ordered food for multiple people for our Christmas party & asked that the rice & meat be kept in separate containers for an agreed upon time. Results:
- We drove an hour to get to the restaurant & arrived a few minutes before the pickup time, we were told we're'early' & had to wait another 45 minutes, which derailed our party dinner plans.
- The food was packed in individual portions instead of all meat together & rice together, which meant we had to separate the meat & rice & rearrange everything before serving.
- The kebab skewers were broken & not grilled enough, no saffron, which is terrible koobideh by any standards.
- The lettuce & cucumber & tomatoes were not even chopped so we had to make the salad ourselves!
- The'yellow' color on the rice looked like food colouring instead of saffron so we had to improvise ourselves.
In the end, we had to re-grill the kababs ourselves & add saffron to make it presentable & we had to make the salads ourselves from the ingredients. As a result of the restaurant's sloppy service our dinner plans were delayed by 2 hours, which is why we will not order from this restaurant again.
It used to be a good restaurant, but since they started appearing on Uber & moved to a new location, the quality of their service has dropped sharply. See the photo to see how undercooked meat was served
The service was good, but the food was extremely disappointing. We ordered the Soltani kebab & the fish, & both were very low quality.
The fish tasted bad, was not fresh at all, & was very tough. The kebabs had no real flavor & were not enjoyable.
Overall, I regret this experience & definitely expected much better.
