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.
Une cuisine des plus savoureuses dans une ambiance remarquable & un service attentionnés. Merci pour ce merveilleux moment ! Chaudement reccomandé! Idéal pour se partager des plats à deux ou plusieurs.
You'll read a lot of mixed opinions about this restaurant, but honestly-aside from the price-don't pay attention to the noise. This is a high-end restaurant, & the quality & execution of the food are truly unique. I've tried many Lebanese & Syrian restaurants, & to this day, nothing beats Damas. The food is outstanding; it's one of the best restaurants in Montreal. The fact that reservations are so hard to get isn't hype-people genuinely love the food here.
If you're wondering what to wear, opt for something nice & elegant. I've been there on Mondays & even then you'll see corporate guests in suits & ties.
For first-timers, I highly recommend the tasting menu. You get a little bit of everything, & it's very filling. I've tried almost the entire menu, & honestly, every single dish is excellent.
Street parking is available, but there's no valet.
I recently dined at Damas Restaurant, & it was an amazing experience from start to finish. Although it is on the expensive side, it's absolutely worth it. The quality of the food was exceptional-every dish was rich in flavor & beautifully presented. The drinks were just as impressive, crafted with great care.
The service was excellent as well; our waiter was attentive, friendly, & made sure everything was perfect throughout the meal. Overall, Damas delivers a top-tier dining experience, & I highly recommend it for anyone looking for outstanding food & service.
Our table was late. We were a large group so we had to take the tasting menu . We were not even shown menu we couldn't order a few things à la carte. The tasting menu is okay , it missed the dips. I recall it being more generous & flavourful in my previous visits .
Les assiettes sont des grandes portions, bonne goût!
Très délicieux
On est allé manger samedi ( brunch )
$55 par personnes juste nourriture mais c'est assez!
Les personnels sont aimables !
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I first tried Damas during COVID & ordered almost all the appetizers - they were absolutely fabulous! That's really what they do best.
Later, I went back to dine in & ordered a steak, but it was way overcooked, & I didn't enjoy the meal as much. The restaurant itself is nice, but I find it quite overpriced for what it offers - mostly rice, potatoes, & meat.
Overall, the appetizers are excellent, but the rest of the menu feels a bit average for the price. I'd still give it another try, maybe for different dishes, but it's not as impressive as it used to be.
beautiful syrian restaurant with excellent service! we took the omnivore & pescatarian tasting menu. it was very filling & delicious but nothing extraordinary from the flavors (maybe to someone who is not at all familiar to this palette tho!). a lot of the dishes were lacking salt & one was heavily oversalted. i would recommend this restaurant but not necessarily the tasting menu. my favorite drink was the aleppo sour & my favorite dish - very simple but delicious - the fattouch salad. thank you for the fun birthday experience!
Nov 11, 2025
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J'ai choisi d'y célébrer mon anniversaire en octobre dernier, avec mes amis & mes proches. Nous étions 16 personnes sur une belle longue table au fond du restaurant (presque comme une salle privée). Nous avons expérimenté la formule brunch de groupe & c'était tout simplement exquis! Les plats à partager étaient copieux & succulents, sans parler de l'excellent service personnalisé obtenu! Merci à toute l'équipe qui a fait de mon anniversaire un moment inoubliable (& merci aussi pour vous avoir occupé de la coupe de mon énorme gâteau). 😀 Je recommande à 100%!
One of my favorite restaurants in the world & a place I come to Montreal for. The service is impeccable - warm & attentive but not fussy. The kitchen is open to being flexible to dietary restrictions even with the tasting menu. & the food is consistently some of the best I've had anywhere. Everything is innovative & delicious. I never review restaurants & had to sing their praises. Always a 10/10.
Excellent food, but average at best atmosphere
& the decor is simple, busy & casual. The Location is Within the poor edge of Outremont, & the parking is very difficult
You come here just for the good food, not for the ambiance
this is not a luxurious elegant restaurant.
Very good experience. Both food & staff was worth the time & money spent dining here. Will definitely be back. Great food tasting choices on advice from the waiter.
Wow, que dire de ce restaurant!! Le service était excellent & la qualité de la nourriture incroyable. Nous avions pris le menu dégustation & tous les plats étaient délicieux. Le délai entre chaque plat était raisonnable aussi. Oui, les prix sont assez dispendieux mais nous ne sommes pas déçus du tout. J'y retournerai à coup sûr!
Absolutely fantastic experience, my group had picky people & everybody LOVED every meal. Have the nectar instead of the cocktails, the cocktails are good but the nectars are unique to Damas. Would definitely recommend to anyone who wants some fine dining & is interested in Syrian cuisine. There are other cheaper places, but Damas is a different level in terms of quality.
