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Byblos Le Petit Café

Artsy Persian coffeehouse for fragrant stews, dips served with pita & breakfast, plus Iranian tea.
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.3$$
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Byblos Le Petit Café focuses on the authentic preparation of traditional Persian recipes centered around saffron-infused rice, tender grilled skewers, and slow-cooked stews. The menu highlights a variety of vegetable-forward dishes, incorporating fresh herbs, legumes, and dried fruits to balance bold aromatic profiles. Patrons encounter a setting defined by cultural artwork and vibrant textile accents that mirror the rich heritage of Iranian culinary traditions. The kitchen prioritizes the use of high-quality proteins seasoned with classic spices like turmeric, sumac, and cinnamon to ensure depth of flavor in every serving. Each plate emphasizes careful assembly and natural ingredients rather than complex fusion techniques or modern culinary trends. This establishment remains a consistent destination for individuals seeking genuine regional flavors served in a straightforward, culturally immersive environment that honors long-standing Middle Eastern cooking methods.

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Reviews for Byblos Le Petit Café

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on Google4.1 (1300+)
*as of 2026-07-15
5★
66%
4★
11%
3★
6%
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Review Summary

Byblos Le Petit Café is widely recognized as a cozy, welcoming, and aesthetically pleasing destination in Montreal that offers a unique fusion of traditional Persian flavors adapted for a Western palate. Many visitors praise the restaurant for its signature feta omelet, homemade jams, and authentic tea service, frequently highlighting the bohemian atmosphere as an ideal setting for a relaxed meal. While several patrons describe the culinary experience as delicious and reminiscent of traditional home cooking, others express disappointment regarding recent inconsistencies in food quality, portion sizes, and service speed. Although opinions on the authenticity and value of the offerings remain divided, the restaurant continues to attract those looking for a flavorful brunch or dinner in a charming, vibrant neighborhood environment.
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small food portions & very expansive, not worth it !! a shame

Jan 20, 2024
on Google
2.0

The place is cozy & the old traditional Iranian design making it a calm place to spend an hour. In between there is no parking close to the place. I recommend you to order tea & enjoy the place because the food portion is very small & it isn't worth it to spend money . We heard about their special "Dizy" , which is basically meat/ beans like "Abgoosht" but has to make in special pottery pot & that make it special. However the food was cooked in regular pot & it served only in special pot ( Dizy), it was also cold. The table was not cleaned. They didn't bring spoon for Meze. The waiter was nice guy & had artistic style which made him special.

Jan 17, 2024
on Google

Cela doit faire plus de deux décennies que cet endroit me faire vivre une expérience culinaire simple & hors du commun. Un endroit familial qui offre les meilleurs brunchs de Montréal!

Jan 16, 2024
on Google

Le bâtiment est vieux & le sol a besoin d'être nettoyé. La nourriture est délicieuse & le service est bon. Le menu n'est pas facile à comprendre.

Jan 6, 2024
on Google

Such a cute & pleasant local resto...Byblos serves Persian style cuisine for breakfast, lunch & dinner...organized in their menu by chapters (a very nice concept). The decor in this two room bistro is somewhat simplistic but gets the job done; & you are there to try some interesting takes on dishes that you probably would not normally have had the opportunity to experience. We were a large group & ordered a wide selection from the First Chapter of the menu: Fried Eggs with Dill (very good), Feta Omelet (good...a bit on the salty side), Date Omelet (excellent...a mix of sweet & savory that we have not experienced before), & the Feta/Halva/Sweet Bread plate (very good...nice assortment of jams to apply to the breads & pitas allow for a lot of experimentation). All the meals include tea or coffees (all of which were very good). NOTE: The omelets are not prepared in a typical way & are very runny & loose (see picture for reference...so be prepared). Service was excellent...super friendly & informative with the meal being served quite quickly even though the restaurant was almost a peak capacity. Certainly worth a visit...& after you meal, take a stroll along this section of Laurier to check out the many unique local shops. Enjoy!

Dec 17, 2023
on Google

One of the very few cute places in Montreal. I love the simplicity in their decoration, & the service is absolutely fantastic. The staff were very friendly & helpful. I tried the plate of the day & I got a rice plate with chicken & some yogurt sauce. It was delicious, my friend ordered the omelette & it was tasty as well. The plate of the day comes with soup, salad the meal & coffee & it cost around 27$ Parking can be an issue.

Dec 15, 2023
on Google

The food was quite delicious, & the waitress very friendly.. The only thing I wish was different is the seats.. They weren't very comfy.. But I still had a wonderful time & I'd definitely go back to Cafe Byblos!

Dec 14, 2023
on Google

Food tasted good, not a big variation of vegetarian options (seemed that the dishes were more filling/balanced if ordered non-vegetarian meal). I wish, however, that they upgraded the fish-tank for their pet goldfish. It was really sad to see such a big single fish in a tiny murky watered tank... it was just swimming from corner to corner barely having any space to move... hope this can be easily resolved.

Dec 4, 2023
on Google

Un pur bonheur ! Convivial & absolument délicieux

Nov 29, 2023
on Google

Excellent ambiance. Les portions manquaient définitivement de viande. Le service un peu lent. Je recommande tout de même l'endroit pour son ambiance chaleureuse.

Nov 21, 2023
on Google