Monday

11 am - 11 pm

Tuesday

11 am - 11 pm

Wednesday

11 am - 11 pm

Thursday

11 am - 11 pm

Friday

11 am - Midnight

Saturday

11 am - Midnight

Sunday

11 am - 11 pm

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.

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Rita

5.0

Food is fresh & delicious. The bread is simply amazing. One of my favorite places downtown.

Jul 13, 2024

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Walied

Superb food & services, very nice guys & we're happy to customize my order to fit my diet. Thank you!

Jul 11, 2024

Chris

One of the best sandwiches in Montreal

Jul 9, 2024

Aya

Très bon service,le personnel est sympathique,souriant,la nourriture est délicieuse 😍

Jul 8, 2024

Esmail

4.0

Nice little place. Price is a bit high but you wouldn't regret dining there.

Jul 5, 2024

Ayse

The only reason I went there because of hoping I would eat Turkish Food, but it has nothing to do with Turkish food so I don't want you to be disappointed like me. Food was ok, sandwiches bread was delicious but unfortunately I couldn't find I what I was looking for. Please ask customers if they want yogurt in their sandwich or not!!! Just dont put it....

Jul 1, 2024

Ginah

Delicious Lamb sandwich. Must try.

Jun 30, 2024

Abdel

Thé best

Jun 27, 2024

Amir

Amazing quality & staff. Try it, you won't regret.

Florence

Love this place! The food is amazing, & they're pretty fast too! Plus it's super affordable!

Bohdan

Great kunafa

Jun 21, 2024

Cory

Pleasantly surprised, if you have throat or jaw issues these sandwiches are great. Easy bite & chew, nicely seasoned & they give you hot peppers on the side to dose your desired heat. Lots of fresh herbs & not greasy Very friendly service & very clean. edit: their lentil soup has saved my life when I was feeling lousy so many times since this spring I love this place

Mau

Best kebabs in townnn defffffff

Ange-Léonce

My go to place to eat in between class to get a healthy option that feels like a home cooked meal. The food is freshly cooked & delicious. The hospitality that I experienced was warm from the owner to the employees.

Jun 15, 2024

C est délicieux

Jun 10, 2024

Lily

We go there or get them delivered almost every weekend & they never disappoint!! The bbq chicken plate is a taste of heaven. But don't sleep on the soup or falafel. It's all so good! They're also very kind, we 🩷 Chef Istanbul.

Maede

The upstairs was not clean enough they didnt clean the windows & installations but the food was amazing

Jun 8, 2024

Lab

Merveilleux sandwichs! Le pain est cuit sur place, les falafels sont frais & cuits à la perfection, les condiments sont remplis de goût!

Jun 7, 2024

Aigerim

Bread is amazing

Zain

Very good food, excellent & friendly staff

Jun 5, 2024

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