Come and join us for an enchanted Syrian evening located Montreal’s chic and gastronomic heart of Outremont, on Van Horne Avenue. At Restaurant Damas, a uniquely comfortable microcosm will greet you with warm colours, velours, carved wood, and multicoloured lights.
Damas earns widespread praise for its refined Syrian and Middle Eastern cuisine, with a wide mezze spread, standout lamb dishes, octopus, and a balanced mix of bold and subtle flavors that many describe as deeply satisfying. The presentations are often praised as beautiful, ingredients high quality, and the open kitchen and warm ambiance add to a special night out. Service is repeatedly lauded as professional, attentive, and knowledgeable, with staff guiding guests through the menu and wine or cocktails, though a few experiences mention slow pacing during busy times or inconsistent timing. The tasting menu and wine pairing are a highlight for many, offering generous portions and a cohesive culinary journey, while others feel the price point is high for the portions or that some dishes do not justify the cost. Brunch is also highlighted as a good value and a way to sample the kitchen, while some reviews note that the atmosphere can be loud or the room crowded. Overall, Damas is regarded as a top Montreal dining destination for rich flavors, elegant service, and a memorable, if premium, dining experience.
Just visiting Montreal & enjoyed my stay at Damas. I wanted to support Syrian fine dining cuisine experience as I have not experienced something like this in Toronto.
Pricey restaurant but honestly flavors & textures were incredible. My favorite was the lamb dumplings. Great fantastic service as well. Everything went very well together it was very intentional when preparing the meal & menus. Will definitely return when back in the city God willing!
My wife & I went here on our honeymoon & the tasting menu was one of the highlights of our entire trip. There was a lamb dish so good that it literally made me laugh with delight. The service was fantastic, the atmosphere was so lovely, the food was UNREAL. They've also got a lovely drink menu, & their mocktail options are just as tasty as their cocktails. If you're in Montreal this is a spot you should not miss.
Je suis allée y souper pour mes 30 ans & j'ai adoré mon expérience ! Le service était excellent, & l'équipe a même adapté la quantité des entrées pour convenir à notre table de cinq. La nourriture était délicieuse & les plats sont vraiment originaux. Je recommande fortement le Friki, l'un des meilleurs plats que j'aie goûtés !
Dec 9, 2025
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The food at Damas was delicious & full of flavor. What truly made the experience special was Victoria's outstanding service-she went above & beyond & made us feel so well taken care of. Thanks to her, our visit was memorable, & we'll definitely be back.
Milan & Chris
Xoxo
Nous sommes des clients réguliers du Damas. Nous n'avons jamais été déçu comme hier soir. Nous fêtions notre anniversaire & avons été extrêmement déçu. Le service était horrible. Le serveur c'est excusé & a blâmer le tout sur un nouveau système informatique pour les commandes. Cela n'excuse pas qu'il n'est jamais revenu nous voir durant le repas pour nous demander si nous avions besoin de quoique ce soit. Résultat une facture de prêt de 400$ pas de vin en mangeant. Nous irons dépenser notre argent ailleurs malheureusement
La nourriture était bonne & certains plats très réussis, mais d'autres un peu décevants pour le prix. Certains prix semblent gonflés en raison du nom du restaurant, notamment les cocktails & par exemple le plats de crevettes (44$ pour 4 crevettes de taille moyenne). Par contre, l'enjeu était vraiment le service. Tant nos boissons que certains de nos plats sont arrivés avec beaucoup de retard à notre table sans aucune explication du serveur. Nos cocktails sont arrivés 1h après notre arrivée sans excuse du serveur, qui avait clairement oublié. Toutes les employés féminines étaient beaucoup plus agréables & à la hauteur du prix & du nom du restaurant, tout l'inverse du serveur qui nous était attitré. Bref, un peu déçue de ma 2e visite.
Dec 6, 2025
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Nous avons opté pour le menu dégustation & l'expérience a été exceptionnelle du début à la fin. Le service était attentif & chaleureux, avec des explications précises qui ajoutaient encore plus de valeur à chaque assiette. L'ambiance complète parfaitement l'expérience culinaire. Je recommande sans hésitation!
We went with the tasting menu, which was delicious from start to finish, however it was too much. We ended up feeling'full' to the point of not enjoying the last meals/desserts.
Your mileage may varry, but I'd say we're'good eaters' & are generally used to north american meal sizes. But here sadly, it was too much. & we were left wondering if it was worth paying that much (660$ taxes & tips included for 2) for a exceptional menu, that we ended up not appreciating around its end.
So, I would recommend going with'a la carte' items or a more classic menu, rather than the tasting menu.
Went there for Sunday dinner. The service was excellent, professional, attentive & genuinely warm. Every dish was introduced with clear explanations, which made the whole experience feel thoughtful. Portions were generous. We didn't manage to finish everything, & that was after we forgot to order one more dish we originally planned.
The food was outstanding, rich in flavor, balanced, & simply delicious. A memorable meal overall.
This restaurant is a scam to be honest. We shared a hummus & a plate of grilled meats. The food was good, no problem, but really overpriced (come on $35 for 4 very small cups of hummus as appetizers???). Nothing amazing for a $125 meal… the portions were very small compared to the price we paid. It's just normal Syrian food, in a restaurant trying to be fancy… for the price paid, you better go somewhere else.
Incroyable expérience au restaurant Damas !
C'est tout simplement le meilleur restaurant à Montréal. Nous avons choisi le menu découverte & c'était une véritable explosion de saveurs - il y en avait tellement, & absolument tout était délicieux.
Notre serveur a été exceptionnel : de très bons conseils, des surprises tout au long du repas, & un service impeccable du début à la fin.
Une expérience culinaire mémorable… on revient dans un mois, c'est certain !
