Behesht Restaurant draws praise for authentic Persian flavors, with koobideh, chenjeh, and barg kebabs, flavorful rice, and dishes like fesenjan and ash that many find consistently delicious. The atmosphere is warm and traditional, with elegant decor and attentive, friendly service that makes it feel welcoming for dates, family meals, or group dining. While the food quality and portions are often highlighted as excellent and good value, a few guests note occasional issues such as over-saltiness, undercooked items, or inconsistent preparation, and some experiences with wait times or crowded spaces. Takeout and catering experiences are mixed, with generous portions and timely delivery mentioned by some and complaints about preparation, packaging, or delays by others. Overall, Behesht is regarded as a standout Persian option in Montreal, known for flavor, ambiance, and hospitality, with some room for improvement in consistency and logistics.
Great restaurant! The food was absolutely amazing, & the meat had a delicious, unique flavor that stood out. Saina & Anita were our servers, & they were incredibly kind & attentive. The owner also took the time to personally check in at our table, which made the experience feel even more special. It was our first visit, but the warm atmosphere made us feel like part of the family. Highly recommend this place - we'll definitely be back!
This place is their new location at the corner of cavendish & st Jacques. Wonderfully decorated & truly a place of warmth & class. Staff are friendly though some had difficulty speaking & understanding English - though Farci is a staple at this restaurant :) The menu is wide & plated as good or better than in the photos. Pricing is on par with other Persian restaurant of this caliber. Portions were excellent. Freshness & quality are excellent. Review. Salad was fresh, cold & crisp. Dressing was good but nothing special. Lamb shank stew (Baghali Polo with Mahicheh) - not recommended. Portion was on the small side. Meat was rubbery & the flavour was lacking. Something wrong likely how they cooked it as it's supposed to be fall of the bone tender. It could be the cut they used & how they cooked it. The fava bean & dill rice was plentiful but overly seasoned with dill, the beans were hard & not tender, & the rice was very dry. It's likely they prepared the typical rice & then added in the additional ingredient & then over cooked the rice - came with a small piece it tahdeek. Also, insufficient amount of stew / gravy. There was not enough to properly marry with the tough, dry & chewy meat. Chicken kebab (chicken Koobideh). The chicken was cooked perfectly as well as seasoned beautifully. The portion was plentiful & came with perfectly cooked basmati rice that was fluffy & not greasy & came with a small piece it tahdeek. Beef kebab (Koobideh) was perfectly seasoned & cooked. It's was so juicy & fresh like no other restaurant has done to match. As per above, cake with & excellent tasting portions of basmati rice & a piece of tahdeek. Yogurt with Persian shallot dip (Must Moosir) was perfect & balanced with a thick creamy yogurt & excellent on pita or combined with the proteins. Portion was very good & four people can easily share. Eggplant dip (Mirza Ghasemi) was superb! Best in the city for sure. The smokeless was on point & the seasoning was perfectly balanced. It's so good you just want to skip to pita & scoop it out with a utensil. Apparently this is their most ordered appetizer they sell. Portion was excellent & four people can easily share. Dessert. I have included the dessert we had & lack the name of it as it's also not mentioned in the menu. It's essentially layered thin pastry (like a proper French mille feuilles) with cream filling in & around it covered with chopped pistachios. I hope I have recalled this properly. This was such a delicious light & flavourful treat away from the typical Baklawa. The only point here is the price ratio to the portion - either the price is too high for the portion or the portion should be larger as it's no more two to (max) three small forkfuls. We didn't notice & mention of BYOB or the selling of any form of alcohol so plan not to consume here. This being stated, you really don't need the alcohol as the atmosphere, service & food really make you very relaxed & satiated. It's amazing how packed the place was & yet the demeanour of the customers was calm & the volume of the place was comfortable to be able to hear the person accepts the table from you. I mention this as if your like mane people, a restaurant with a more calm & quite atmosphere is actually an attraction especially for the elderly who may have hearing challenged. All in all the place is great & will be returning for certain. As for the 4 star rating, this is solely due to the lamb shank stew. It was just too far from "earning a star" & until this dish is prepared properly I without the star, though a more accurate number for me would be 4.5 stars. This being stated I doubt I would order it again as I would not be sure that the chief or management/ ownership will conclude with the same assessment & instead be quite defensive of their food prep & likely not change a thing. I would welcome peoples feedback on this dish to let me know your experience & hopefully one day this dish will be prepared as it should.
Jan 20, 2025
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The food was delicious & the portion was generous. We enjoyed the Kebab Torsh, Chicken Kebab, & Kebab. The Kale Kebab was tasty. The combination of smoked eggplant+ wulnut+Pomegranate molasse were really good. The chicken kebab & kebab torsh were awesome, they were two of the best I have eaten. Chicken kebab was tasty & soft. Overall, I recommend this place to everyone.
The food was great especially the lamp shank & the appetizer Mirza Ghasemi. Portions are great & most don't finish their meal so you will have leftovers for lunch. Service was great as they explained & recommended some dishes. Also verified if everything was good a couple of times which is a plus. We went on a Sunday night & it was still busy so recommended to call & reserve. Will definitely come back again!
Dec 8, 2024
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J'ai passé un excellent moment dans ce restaurant ! Le service était impeccable, avec une équipe attentionnée & aux petits soins. La nourriture était délicieuse, chaque plat bien préparé & savoureux. Un merci particulier à Reda qui a rendu notre expérience encore plus agréable par son professionnalisme & sa gentillesse. Je recommande vivement !
Had an amazing dinner at Behesht Restaurant in Montreal! The food was absolutely delicious & fresh. The atmosphere was cozy & inviting, & the staff were friendly & attentive. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for authentic Persian cuisine.
Best Persian food I have had - other than food made by a Persian friend! Lovely people, delicious food, & a clean & pleasant place. Easy to find. Lots of parking. I highly recommend it!!!
Sep 13, 2024
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Fantastic restaurant with a cozy atmosphere & delicious food. The quality of the dishes was exceptional, & the service was fast & friendly. Everything was perfect, & I highly recommend this place to others.
5 Star for their Food, Nava our Lovely Server, Reza , Floor manager that was very welcoming & made sure everything is going as planned. I had come from Vancouver for my Show production Comedy play by Behzad Mohammadi & I am glad I found Behest Restaurant on my Search , It was a line up when we arrived on Sunday at 5, but they accommodate us fairly quick & we enjoyed the timer we were there, Joojeh Torsh is highly recommended Great Job Guys Ramin
I am so glad that this place was open on Labour Day. My wife has wanted to try Persian cuisine for the longest time & I was in Montreal so decided to google & this restaurant had great reviews so I decided to give it a try. Absolutely amazing from the service the atmosphere & the food. The place was crazy busy & the food was just flying out of the kitchen with such finesse. I was given a tea while I waited & when I got the food it was packaged perfectly & the owner was very kind & courteous. When I got home & opened it all up it was incredible. My wife was so happy & said it was exactly what she hoped it would be. I will definitely be returning & I recommend this place to everyone
On a particularly cold night, We found ourselves seeking warmth & comfort at Behesht, an Iranian restaurant that came highly recommended by locals. Nestled away in an unassuming location, this place truly lives up to its reputation as a hidden gem. The evening began with the Soup of the Day - a hearty Lentil soup that was the perfect remedy for the chill outside. Accompanied by a side of Marinated Olives, the meal started on a high note. The flavors were robust, reminiscent of home-cooked meals that soothe the soul. For the main course, we ordered two plates of Koobideh & Ghormeh Sabzi. The Koobideh, a traditional grilled ground meat dish, was tender & seasoned to perfection. The Ghormeh Sabzi, a fragrant herb stew with tender chunks of meat & beans, was equally delightful. Both dishes were served in generous portions, easily enough to satisfy the appetites of four adults. The pricing at Behesht is reasonable, especially considering the portion sizes & the quality of the food. It's clear that this restaurant prioritizes authenticity & a home-style cooking approach, making it a perfect spot for anyone craving traditional Iranian flavors. Despite its somewhat hidden location, Behesht is a treasure waiting to be discovered. The overall experience was highly positive, & I would certainly recommend it to anyone looking for a comforting & satisfying meal.
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The food is amazing, the service is amazing, everything is amazing. I've been coming here for the past couple of months & every single time that I come, everything is perfect. I don't even mind driving 45 minutes to come eat here. I recommend this restaurant to everyone, you will fall in love with the food. The people working there will take care of you with love.
We are from Ottawa, had a stop by this restaurant which we found by reviews . We we're definitely blown away by the taste of the foods 1000% recommended
I recently celebrated my birthday at this restaurant & I had the best experience. The staff were super friendly & the ambiance was perfect. Best Persian cuisine in Montreal. It offers variety of starters & main dishes & Kebabs were really fresh & juicy. I highly recommend this place.
One of the nicest & polite staff I've ever seen. The food is fresh & well made next level 👌. I would recommend this place to everyone. Go out & get some now! The price is also reasonable. 👌
