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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.
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5.0
I had the Monday special, Bol Shawarma Poulet Junior. Portion size was good & price was decent. They also sell Faygo soda from Detroit which was an added plus. Seating area was a little cramped & uncomfortable but overall the food was good & I would return if I'm in the area.
Sep 1, 2025
on Google
5.0
Newest edit: I came back recently (one or two years later?) for the shiitake faux shawarma wrap. It was hot, full of ingredients & the right amount of sauce. I still don't think they have water in cups but I didn't bother to ask. I'm bringing my rating back to 5 for the food. Didn't take a picture, sorry
So I would have given 5 stars because the first 2 times I had the vegan pita it was incredible but this time it was just bland & the next morning I had food poisoning even though I ate the food right away. I can't say for sure if it's from this because there's a lot of things it could have been but I'm suspicious now after reading other reviews about their food safety. The vegan meat was cold & resulted in the wrap tasting unexciting. they also didn't have cups for a glass of water which makes me wonder, what's their tap water quality like if they don't want to serve it & how does the resto function without clean tap water ? But back to the main issue: why is it such an issue for a fast food place to get paper cups especially when charging so much for food? Even subway has them. I had to eat food while thirsty . The soup was good but generic . For $18 it didn't feel worth it this time especially because I took it to go so I ate on a bench lol . But on the bright side they have wooden spoons & bagasse & paper packaging for the most part so it's pretty eco friendly as a to go snack. If they had heated the vegan meat more I probably would have given 5 stars despite the water issue .. too bad but I have to be honest. The portion of vegan meat also seemed a bit smaller this time
Aug 28, 2025
on Google
5.0
Amazing food & quantity. Tanvir was so nice to serve us. He had a great smile & served us with love. Thank you
Aug 20, 2025
on Google
5.0
Food was amazing! Great that they are open at late hours.
A guy entered the place when i was there & he started yelling at a girl out of nowhere, & the staff kicked him out.
The staff is super friendly & quick.
Aug 5, 2025
on Google
3.0
Food is good but dining experience from location to location varies greatly.
Aug 5, 2025
on Google
5.0
I have been visiting the place over the years never disappointed me once, love Boustan!!!
Will definitely recommend, always happy with this place😍🥰
These Potatoes with garlic sauce are the best in this entire world 🌎 😄
Aug 4, 2025
on Google
3.0
Decent shawarma, but at the time, I didn't find it above the rest of decent & passable shawarmas. Portion was average to small. Could've used more meat. Staff was helpful.
Jul 30, 2025
on Google
5.0
My experience was really good , the service was excellent & Omar & his friends were so nice ! Thanks 🌸💫
Jul 3, 2025
on Google
5.0
This Boustan is a legendary Montreal establishment. Fall in love, watch a fight, sober up, make a friend, any & all are possible in the very same night at this Boustan location. I always get the Shawarma pita wrap but the garlic potatoes are delicious as well if you love garlic.
There's randomly a machine for Bitcoin as well if you're into that.
Windows are open in the summer but they have A/C as well so it's a must on a hot summer day. Please never close.
Jun 24, 2025
on Google
3.0
Good food but rude staff.
They sit on their reputation.
I'll come back cause I like beef pita!
Jun 12, 2025
on Google
2.0
This is the kind of rice they use. Discount rice & high prices. Not ordering from here again.
Jun 3, 2025
on Google
4.0
Large portions, & food was good. But the best part was the service, the team is pretty quick, efficient, & friendly.
I would definitely visit again if I'm in the area.
Jun 3, 2025
on Google