Since 1986 Restaurant Boustan, has been serving up the exotic flavors of Lebanon in downtown Montreal. Satisfy your hunger by indulging in our carefully prepared dishes.
Boustan is described in reviews as a place with flavorful shawarma bowls and pitas, where generous portions, comforting combinations, and late hours attract diners, and service is often fast and friendly with several mentions of good value and standout items like garlic potatoes and vegan options; however, experiences vary, with some orders arriving cold, overly heavy, or lacking freshness, reports of leftovers in certain meals, and occasional concerns about cleanliness or water availability, as well as a few negative incidents about staff interactions or safety outside the restaurant. Despite these inconsistencies, the overall impression is that Boustan remains a go-to choice for satisfying, casual meals, especially for those seeking quick service and substantial portions, while menu changes or bowl updates drew mixed reactions from regulars.
It would be a 5 star if they got the order right every time. Great Lebanese food, it's nearly as good as before Boustan became a chain. Located perfectly in downtown Montreal this place is great for a quick filling delicious meal. A bit on the pricey side considering but worth it flavor wise.
Make sure to get the garlic sauce with your potatoes, it's great!
I ordered a beef shawarma & received it with cold beef.After informing the staff, they replaced it, but the second sandwich was also cold.
It was clear the meat came from a container rather than being freshly shaved from the shawarma skewer.
Very disappointing experience. I won't be returning.
I ordered the crispy mixed shawarma bowl & it was solid overall. The chicken & beef had good flavor with some crispy bits, the potatoes were filling, & the sauces were generous & creamy. The bowl is definitely meat-&-carb forward, so it can feel a bit heavy, but everything tastes good together once mixed. A reliable choice when you want something filling & comforting.
Got this late night with uber eats & warning others not to waste their money. All food was basically leftovers. Only thing fresh was the salad. The meat was minced because it was all leftover. The potatoes cold & hard. The pilaf was very old & hard & dry. The extra chicken pictured was about 2.5 ounces of nothing. Do not order after 10pm from here.
