Chef Istanbul is a popular, budget-friendly spot for authentic Turkish food where generous portions, flavorful kebabs, and house baked bread stand out, along with a wide range of items that please students and families alike. The service is generally friendly and quick, with many guests praising attentive staff and a casual welcoming atmosphere, and occasional extras such as complimentary bread or tea, while some visits note busy times and a few dishes that miss the mark. The menu's halal options and fresh ingredients receive frequent praise, and while most reviews are glowing, there are occasional criticisms about pace, pricing, or a temporary closure due to an electrical problem.
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.
Mar 22, 2026
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By far the best Turkish food in Montreal, their variety of meats & their exceptional labneh is exquisite. Quality is always top tier & their service is excellent. Highly recommend!
Really the best chicken sandwich I've had in Montreal. Great service & very affordable, the labneh & the chicken are the stars of the sandwich. truly recommend this spot if your looking for a great sandwich & crispy fries.
Jan 15, 2026
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The food is exceptional & the service too. The owner of the store was so kind to me especially as I was a student. I was amazed when I took a bite of the chicken shawarma & it was too good. It's a place I will visit again for the taste & the ambiance. Very cozy & I would recommend everyone to try it.
It was my first time visiting Chef Istanbul. I came here after a friend recommended it. I tried their kebab with fries & had a guava juice, everything was amazing. On top of that, the staff was super nice. I definitely recommend it!
Good place for authentic Turkish food! The dishes are flavorful & well prepared, the portions are generous, & the atmosphere is very welcoming. The staff are friendly & attentive, & everything feels fresh & quality. Definitely a place I'd recommend if you love Turkish cuisine
Nov 30, 2025
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Très bon restaurant, les plats sont bien préparés & savoureux. Le service est rapide & agréable, aucune attente quand je suis venu. Seul petit point à améliorer : les portions pourraient être un peu plus généreuses. Sinon, tout est excellent, je recommande !
Got the chicken plate, chicken felt undercooked, portions were very small for the price, atmosphere is bad upstairs looks like a storage place, the servers were not very welcoming, I would recommend going to Antep Kebab instead
10/10 recommend. You can tell the owner cares about providing great service & great food. Very attentive & food was fresh & tasted amazing. Prices are more than reasonable & bread is homemade & tastes incredible & I usually avoid bread. Definitely check it out!
Awesome taste of the food. Very healthy meal options. Complimentary turkish kehwa, turkish bread. Amazing food. Mr. Abbas served us very nicely. Highly recommended in Montreal. Baklawa was also tasty.
