Damas

Deno

5.0

As a Syrian American who lived in Syria, I've eaten a lot of Syrian food in my life, & this was genuinely some of the best I've had. The food was incredibly authentic, but also refined & thoughtfully prepared. Syrian cuisine is known for bold, powerful flavors, & the kitchen managed to preserve that intensity while adding an impressive level of subtlety & complexity. Every dish felt elevated without losing what makes Syrian food so distinctive.

We did the tasting menu, & it felt like a highlight reel of the classics I grew up eating with familiar dishes & flavors, but reimagined in a thoughtful & creative way.

George was our server & was fantastic throughout the meal. He even shared some of the history & stories behind the food & drinks, which made the experience that much more special. Highly recommend, especially if you're looking for Syrian food that feels both deeply authentic & genuinely elevated.

Horn

5.0

This place is a hidden gem.
The food is incredibly, authentic, & packed with flavor. The staff is so welcoming & treats you like family. If you want genuine Syrian hospitality & delicious food, you have to try this place. Highly recommend!

Aleena

5.0

Such delectable & flavorsome food. Ambiance is lovely. Amazing experience

Alexandros

5.0

Damas is not just a restaurant, it is one of Montreal's true culinary treasures. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere, the service & the attention to detail make you feel that you are somewhere special. The food is rich, elegant & full of soul. Every dish carries deep Middle Eastern flavors, beautiful presentation & real craftsmanship. You can taste the passion, the technique & the respect for tradition in every bite. Damas is the kind of place that reminds you why dining out can still be an unforgettable experience. Truly one of the best restaurants in Montreal.

Hubert

5.0

Damas was quite the experience.
Take a look at the pictures for an impression of the ornate interior.
Lots of love in every detail.
But of course the food is the star, once you have made peace with the price tag of $160 for the six course (9 items) tasting menu, which gives you an amazing tour of Syrian flavors as interpreted by Damas.
Everyone of these comes with a thorough description by the server that gives you the details.
I discovered something I had never tasted before, a caper berry I thought was a pickled pepper.
I'm not a food expert & this was unforgettable. Try a smoked cocktail, which you can also get without alcohol.
Our server, Nick, was a local foodie who happily answered my hundred questions. At the end he gave us a list of recommendations for other places to try, for experiencing the amazing Montreal food scene.
Come & be impressed!

Jason

5.0

BRUNCH. We ate dinner here one night & brunch 2 days later. The front of house & the wait staff were amazing both visits. Very friendly, just as helpful, & food recommendations that were extremely enjoyable & right on point. As amazing as the entire series experience is the food is even still the star. The flavors are creative & well put together. I highly recommend this place if you eat, & you're in Montreal, you need to try it!

I wish I took more pictures of the food but it was just that good we couldn't be bothered.

Tim

5.0

Incredible flavors matched by absolutely topnotch service.

Lola

5.0

The food is incredible! Interesting flavors, beautiful presentation & impeccable service! I can't wait to go back.

Daphnee

5.0

Food is exceptional, quality of ingredients, them mix of flavors is amazing.

Alex

5.0

We had the tasting menu & really enjoyed it. There was a generous amount of food, unique flavors, & everything tasted great. The only downside was that some parts of the culinary experience weren't explained very clearly & felt a bit rushed, especially when multiple dishes arrived at once. Overall, it was a great experience, & I'd definitely return for the food & atmosphere.