Located in Côte-des-Neiges-NDG, Nab restaurant is a place to discover! By visiting Nab, you will come across a family-owned restaurant that has over 30 years of experience and you will taste the most delectable Persian cuisine. Not only are our dishes mouth-watering, you will also be delighted to combine them with our homemade bread, prepared daily.
Nab restaurant also offers you dishes made with Angus beef and premium grain-fed chicken!
Our whole team awaits to serve you with enthusiasm. Bring your friends and family; they will be satisfied with their visit at Nab!
Café Restaurant Nab is described as a warm, family run Persian restaurant with a truly authentic feel, where generous portions, reasonable prices, and thoughtful hospitality create a homey dining experience. Reviewers repeatedly praise the kebabs, especially koobideh and kebab torsh, the kaleh pacheh, ghormeh sabzi, and saffron rice with tahdig for their depth of flavor and careful preparation, with the rice and tahdig often highlighted as standouts. The atmosphere is consistently described as cozy and inviting, with tasteful Persian decor and occasional live traditional music, while the staff are noted for being friendly, attentive, and welcoming. The food is praised for freshness and high quality ingredients, and many say the dishes taste homemade and reflect real Persian cooking. A few comments mention occasional delays or service hiccups in busy times, but the overall impression is that Café Restaurant Nab is among the best Persian places in the city, great for family meals, groups, or romantic nights, and that many guests plan to return with friends and family to try more dishes.
Nab is a warm, family-run Persian restaurant that immediately makes you feel welcome. You can tell there's real care behind the food here. The father of the family personally prepares the kebabs, & the whole team is incredibly kind, patient, & genuinely friendly with customers. Their hospitality feels sincere, not forced, which makes the experience even more enjoyable.
The Iranian rice is outstanding & easily the highlight of the meal. Perfectly cooked, fragrant, & flavorful, with an absolutely delicious crunchy tahdig. The aroma & taste of the rice alone are reason enough to come back - it's truly the restaurant's biggest strength.
The kebabs were good overall. The barg kebab had nice flavor but was slightly on the tough side, while the rest of the food was satisfying & well prepared. To finish, the sholeh zard was excellent - rich in flavor, beautifully balanced, & clearly homemade.
Overall, Nab is a lovely spot for authentic Persian food, especially if you appreciate high-quality Iranian rice, comforting flavors, & heartfelt service. A family business that puts soul into what they serve, & it shows.
My family, two friends, & I visited this restaurant to try kaleh pacheh. From the very first bite, I was truly impressed. It was cooked with such skill & care that I had never experienced this level of quality before-not in my home country & not even in Montreal. Some might think this was just because we were hungry, but that wasn't the case; my family & friends all felt the same way. I highly recommend giving it a try at least once. I'm confident you'll fall in love with this delicious dish.
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Best Persian restaurant in Montreal! Food & service was 10/10, will recommend to family & friends. Thanks to our server too Radin :) We will be back next time we visit Montreal again! Merci :)
-update we visited again & posted some pictures. SO DELICIOUS!!
I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. I ordered the vegan kebab plate & it was delicious & substantial. My friend ordered the koobideh with an extra skewer of lamb which he devoured & enjoyed very much. The main plates come with soup, salad, grilled tomatoes & rice along with toasted bread. I got an extra side of roasted vegetables with my dish. Very chill & relaxed atmosphere. This restaurant's menu is extensive for various diets. I love this as I was able to eat there as a vegan with no issues & left content rather than hungry. The restaurant & washrooms are clean & the art & decor were beautiful. I couldn't stop lookiing at one painting. Our waiter was lovely & made us feel welcomed. This is a great spot for a date, a night out with family or friends. There were even a few kids that we didn't even notice until we paid. They were so well behaved they could put some adults to shame!
We have visited this restaurant several times, both with guests & with family. Every time, the experience has been excellent .The food is always fresh & delicious, & the service is warm & attentive. We are always satisfied & highly recommend this place.
Tried this little quaint little gem of a family run restaurant for dinner, & was impressed by the very good service, delicious food & cozy atmosphere. I would definitely recommend it & will be returning!
Café Restaurant Nab is a hidden gem! The food is always fresh, flavorful, & beautifully presented. They have a great variety of dishes, from delicious breakfasts to hearty lunches & comforting dinners. The atmosphere is warm & inviting, perfect for relaxing with friends or enjoying a quiet meal. The staff is welcoming, attentive, & makes you feel like family. Quality food, generous portions, & great service - definitely worth visiting again & again!
Excellent restaurant with food & service. It is a nice place to meet family & friends. I recommend it to anyone looking for delicious family iranian cuisine .
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After a day of walking around downtown & not agreeing on what to eat I was starving & had a headache. This place was next to where I had gotten a massage earlier in the day & said to my son, that's it we're eating here & we're so glad we did! First time having Persian for me but my son has had it with his friends & said this is the best he's had.
We all ordered the Koobideh (beef skewers) that were tender & juicy. & that little triangle bread cooked into the rice was like a drug it was so good. Portion was more than enough.
We also had the eggplant appetizer with the fried onions. It came with a pillowy bread. We devoured it. & finished off with the saffron ice cream which was part creamy but more icy. Very rose scented. I never had it before but definitely interesting.
We enjoyed the decor, the family run business with mom & dad cooking & the son tending to us. He was so nice & helpful. Too bad we live 6 hours away!
If you're in Montreal & craving authentic Persian food, this gem is an absolute must-visit. The combination of mouthwatering dishes & sweet, attentive service makes it a standout in a city full of great options. Highly recommend! It's rare to find a restaurant where both the quality of food & the kindness of the people are equally exceptionaI. We had family dinner & went back the next day for breakfast.
A great evening to spend with family & eat great food. They made us feel welcome & treated us like family. The food was excellent & the atmosphere was great. Will be a regular customer here.
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What a great experience. I brought my family here for the first time & they all enjoyed it very much. The food was excellent. The servers were friendly. It felt like a family reunion. My daughter who's 3 years old was dancing to the music & had a blast. Thank you for making us have such a memorable Persian new year.
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After spending 10 years in Vancouver, I found myself in Montreal & craving a taste of authentic, home-cooked cuisine. I recently ordered Ghorme Sabzi & Chelo Mahiche, & the experience was nothing short of extraordinary. Every bite of the Ghorme Sabzi burst with deep, well-balanced flavors, & the Chelo Mahiche was so tender & perfectly prepared-it truly captured the essence of traditional cooking.
The new family management has revitalized this restaurant with a personal touch & genuine care for quality. Their commitment to excellence is evident in every detail, & it's clear they are passionate about preserving the authenticity of these classic dishes. To the owner & the entire team: thank you for restoring the magic of this place. Your dedication has not only satisfied my cravings but also reminded me of why I fell in love with good food in the first place.
I'm honored to share my experience & look forward to many more memorable meals here.
We had an amazing evening at Café Persan Nab! Everything exceeded our expectations. The food, service, & atmosphere were all exceptional; & the prices were very reasonable. Atbin & his family warmly welcomed us, while also allowing us full privacy to enjoy our meal leisurely over several hours. The platform seating option with rugs & cushions was so cozy! We can't wait to return to this hidden gem. Highly recommend!
I was visiting Montreal for the first time I was looking for some good food to have with my cousins. I found this restaurant & It did not disappoint. very friendly family owned restaurant & they are pretty much open, but I don't know why the app says temporarily closed. It might be a mistake. I will definitely be back & recommend people.
