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.
This is the best middle eastern restaurant I have ever eaten in North America.
I eat here every few years, whenever I come to Montreal.
I make it a point to come here.
It is absolutely worth the trip & the cost.
It is not inexpensive, but it is a dining experience worth every penny.
I would give it my very highest recommendation.
Apr 1, 2026
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Stunning place with incredible food. Came here with my colleagues & we ordered a bit of everything - it was so delicious! We left smiling ear to ear, it was a night to remember. The atmosphere feels celebratory but also intimate & the food, omg the food, it was so good!
We had the tasting menu with the Mediterranean wine pairing & everything was perfect! The service was above & beyond anything experienced in Montreal. Every single dish was incredible & the wine paired perfectly with each dish. The atmosphere was also very pleasant!
Au cours de la dernière année, on avait eu beaucoup d'excellents commentaires sur le Damas de sorte qu'on avait hâte d'y aller. Nous avons toutefois été déçus sur la plupart des plats. La salade fattouch en entrée était excellente de fraîcheur & de saveur. Toutefois , l'entrée de crevettes Kunafa bien qu'originale en présentation s'est avérée trop cuite. Le poisson qui était du bar comme plat principal était sec comme trop cuit. Le serveur nous avait recommandé les patates à l'ail épicées pour accompagner nos plats principaux mais elles était plutôt pâteuses & peu relevées. Le dessert Halawet el jibn ( rouleau de fromage ricotta aux pistaches) était plutôt fade. Le service était par contre excellent & le vin blanc libanais à prix raisonnable pour un tel restaurant s'est avéré très bon.
I had heard about this place for a long time from people & damn was the food good! As a top guide in mtl ive tried a lot of restos everywhere & this was my first Syrian one. I absolutely loved it, the flavors good, drinks were awesome, service great. Bravo 👏
Came here for brunch & was very impressed. Our server Aelia was amazing, very kind, checked in frequently & gave us great recommendations on what to order, really top notch service.
The food was phenomenal, every dish was delicious, perfectly balanced & full of flavor. The fresh in house made pita bread was a great touch. Highly recommend visiting Damas I will for sure be back everytime I visit Montreal can't wait to try more menu items!
Damas is hands-down my favorite restaurant in Montreal. From the moment you walk into the gorgeous dining room on Van Horne, the experience is just unmatched. The service is always incredibly warm & attentive, & the atmosphere feels so special without being stuffy.
But the food is the real reason I keep coming back. The Syrian flavors are so rich, vibrant, & perfectly balanced. Everything is incredibly fresh from the cold mezzes right down to the charcoal-grilled meats. Whether you go all out on the tasting menu or just share a bunch of plates, you honestly can't go wrong. Yes, it's on the pricier side, but it is absolutely worth every single penny for the quality & the overall experience. A true 10/10.
If you're after something a little more distinctive than the usual dining spots, this place really delivers. The flavors feel intentional & elevated, without trying too hard.
Service is smooth, the atmosphere is effortlessly refined, & the overall design is clearly well thought out. If you tend to be selective with your restaurant choices, this is one of those places that actually lives up to the standard
Service impeccable & rapide. La nourriture était délicieuse, & les portions sont généreuses - parfait à partager, surtout pour un prix très raisonnable. Nous y étions pour célébrer un anniversaire, & les serveurs ont eu la gentillesse d'ajouter une bougie à notre dessert sans même que nous le demandions. Une attention vraiment appréciée ! Nous avons adoré notre expérience & reviendrons sans hésiter.
I believe life is about balance my expectations were high & surpasses nice place beautiful open kitchen where you could see these absolute professionals do there art wonderful server & the food was perfect perfectly seasoned perfectly served perfectly balanced was a wonderful experience I will definitely be back 😁
Dinner was excellent. The food, the service, the atmosphere. We had the fattouche salad which was incredible, super tasty, delicious Shrimp, the main course was the mixed grill that featured succulent lamb chops, filet mignon, rib steak, chicken. Dessert was vanilla ice cream with pistachios & cotton candy on top. Our waiter George was phenomenal, he kept checking up on us & listened to our requests. It is pricey but well worth it for a special occasion.
Best restaurant in Montreal in my opinion. The staff is very welcoming & knowledgeable, each dish has a distinct flavour. I recommend the tasting menu to try a bit of everything.
Damas is definitely a Montreal institution. It's an upscale Syrian restaurant in Outremont that gets a lot of buzz, & I can see why people are drawn to it. The ambiance is stunning, the staff are genuinely warm & welcoming, & the service is attentive throughout the whole evening. No complaints there. That said, I left feeling like the hype doesn't quite hold up. The food is good & decent, but for the price point, I expected to be blown away & I simply wasn't. When you're paying fine dining prices,'decent' just doesn't cut it. It feels more like you're paying a premium for the atmosphere & the name than for truly exceptional cuisine. Worth visiting once if only to say you've been, but it's not the kind of place that leaves you counting the days until your next reservation. A memorable first visit, but not somewhere I'd rush back to.
