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Chef Istanbul

Downtown
4.4$ & $$
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Chef Istanbul Downtown, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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About

Chef Istanbul offers a vibrant taste of authentic Turkish cuisine, specializing in succulent grilled meats and hearty sandwiches. Patrons can expect expertly prepared kebabs, flavorful shawarma, and a variety of mezze platters designed for sharing. The menu features classic Turkish dishes crafted with fresh ingredients and traditional spices, providing a rich culinary experience. Enjoy the bold, savory flavors that define Turkish grilling, from tender lamb to well-seasoned chicken. The sandwich offerings provide a delicious and convenient option for a satisfying meal, capturing the essence of street food elevated. This establishment is a destination for those seeking genuine Turkish flavors in a lively setting.

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5★
76%
4★
8%
3★
4%
2★
11%
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2%

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Reviews for Chef Istanbul

Food
Service
on Google4.5 (1400+)
*as of 2026-07-01
5★
76%
4★
8%
3★
4%
2★
11%
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Review Summary

Chef Istanbul is highly regarded for its flavorful and authentic Turkish cuisine, with many patrons praising the fresh, homemade bread and generous portions. The menu, which includes standout items like the falafel, kebab plates, and chicken shawarma, is frequently described as delicious, healthy, and reasonably priced. While the atmosphere is generally considered welcoming and cozy, service is consistently highlighted as a major strength, with staff members being noted for their kindness, efficiency, and hospitality. Despite a few mixed opinions regarding consistency and environment, the overall consensus is that this restaurant offers an excellent dining experience that keeps locals and students coming back.
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goated, food & service was amazing

Apr 30, 2026
on Google

Great food, even better service.

Apr 30, 2026
on Google

Incredible food & incredible service. Will definitely come again & recommend to friends

Apr 30, 2026
on Google

The person at the counter was rude & had a bad attitude

Apr 28, 2026
on Google

Best kebab sandwich with fresh bread, love it

Apr 28, 2026
on Google

Amazing❤?😍😍😍😘

Apr 25, 2026
on Google

Very tasty tender meat & very filling sandwich v

Apr 24, 2026
on Google

Muy amables, hasta te me dieron para después de comer… y su falafel veg . Buenísimo

Apr 22, 2026
on Google

00000 total 0 rude & disrespectful for human rights law on service animals.
The owner answered to my review & obviously it is a very mysoginic aggressive person that
1st does not care about law
& that I showed a letter that my dogs are service dogs & that I informed the receptionist that according to thd human rights commission he is committing tge offence
2nd
As I use a walker,
Not a baby cart (what is that?)
I cannot stand which is extremely rude towards me as an officially disabled older person( it seems that mistreating disabled is not rude according to this rude restaurant policy
I was asked to pay & leave outside despite that I said I needed to sit as I cannot stand in one place

I did not intend to eat but to order & leave as I did before ( I was at that restaurant last year a couple of times & there was no issue)
3rd
I felt sick to my stomach when the attendant wanted me to pay but expected me to be degraded by him ( this is absolute degradation)
The reply just confirmed everything is wrong with this place & they are extremely inhumane & if they cared about their business they would be nice to the clients.
Ps ; there was only one man eating at the restaurant at the time & he did not say anything about being bothered by my dogs.
Again, this was disrespectful towards me as a person with disability.
I can only say Shame on you as you disrespected me & Canadian law & you further abused me by your reply which will be given to the authorities.
I wish that you stop disrespecting the Canadian law & human rights law.
Leave me alone & stay away from replying to me & degrading me as I will report you. In Canada we have right to express ourselves freely & we have right to be protected from being abused by mysoginists like you.
I will report you to the police if you continue to slander me. I gave to the attendant the document about my service dogs & he refused to accept it.

Stop discrimination against persons like me as you are in Canada & Canada is a place with charter of rights & freedoms & Quebec as well. Educate yourselves about the laws .
IT IS A LIE THAT MY DOGS WERE JUMPING- THEY WERE ON MY WALKER WHICH is a mobility aid not a baby cart - can you notice a difference ? (I HAVE METAL SCREWS IN MY ANKLES & AM OFFICIALLY DISABLED)
THE OWNER NEEDS TO CHECK HIS MORAL VALUES AS IT SEEMS HIS MORAL COMPAS IS OFF as he was not there & is presenting a distorted view of the event.
He seems to ENJOY ATTACKING ridiculing & DISRESPECTING AN OLDER, DISABLED WOMAN... In my opinion, this is trait of a toxic person.
I asked to speak to the owner but the attendant said he is not there so how can the owner reply as he even was not there ?
My dog is for my protection & he barked once to warn me of danger!
My other dog is the breed that is known not to bark . My dogs are very clean , vaccinated & had their service dog harnesses as per human rights law.

Apr 22, 2026
on Google

Honestly, the quality here surprised me. The meat was seasoned perfectly & those red onions actually tasted fresh. The bread was easily the best part though toasted just right on the outside but still soft enough to soak up all the juices. Definitely has that authentic feel.

Apr 21, 2026
on Google