Chef Istanbul in downtown Montreal near Concordia is widely praised for authentic Turkish flavors, generous portions, and homemade bread at good value. Reviewers highlight kebab, lamb and chicken shawarma, doner, and falafel, with the lentil soup and labneh often called standout items and fries noted as excellent. The staff are frequently described as friendly and attentive, with guests recalling thoughtful hospitality such as complimentary bread or tea and a welcoming owner. The atmosphere is cozy and suitable for students and families alike, and the food is consistently fresh and well prepared. Some notes mention occasional service inconsistencies, a few dishes not meeting a diner's taste, and variability depending on who is working, plus practical details like self service, upstairs seating, and accessibility concerns. There is also mention of a temporary closure and requests for updated hours. Overall, it is regarded as one of the city's best Turkish options, with many recommending the kebab and chicken sandwiches and praising the fresh bread and flavorful dips.
Great spot for authentic Turkish food! The kebabs were juicy & full of flavor, & the portions were very generous for the price. The place has a nice, casual vibe & the service was quick & friendly. It can get a bit busy, but overall a really good experience. Definitely worth a visit if you're craving Turkish cuisine!
We came in with no plan & absolutely starving & it turned out to be one of the best decisions! The food was amazing & really hit the spot. The service team was friendly & welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. Keep up the great work!
MashAllah. The food was top notch. It's hard to find a good Halal place with such wonderful staff & nice food. Owner was super friendly & also offered us some complimentary food. Would 100% recommend to go there & visit. U won't regret it.
Publicité mensongère & manque d'hygiène. Un panneau à l'extérieur affiche un rabais étudiant, mais une fois à l'intérieur, on m'a informé qu'il n'était pas offert. Plus troublant encore : j'ai vu l'employé responsable du pain manger avec ses mains en salle, puis retourner en cuisine pour enfourner le pain sans s'être lavé les mains.
Réponse au proprio:
WOW, une réponse vraiment professionnelle, à ce que je vois. Si vous n'êtes pas capable d'accepter la critique, pourquoi avoir ouvert un restaurant ? De plus, ce n'est pas parce qu'une personne s'est lavé les mains avant de manger qu'elles restent propres par la suite, surtout si elle mange avec. Votre réponse démontre le niveau de salubrité de ce restaurant. Aussi, pour le rabais étudiant, vous ne le faites pas de bon coeur, mais plutôt pour pouvoir rivaliser avec tous les autres restaurants à côté de l'université.
Réponse à un restaurateur qui n'accepte pas la critique & qui, pour se défendre, se met à insulter l'apparence de ses clients :
Ne vous inquiétez pas, après ce que j'ai vu aujourd'hui, je ne compte pas revenir dans un endroit pareil. =)
