Damas ancre son identité culinaire dans des préparations syriennes authentiques qui mettent en lumière les techniques levantines traditionnelles. Les convives découvrent une vaste sélection de mezzés incluant un houmous velouté et un baba ghanouj fumé, accompagnés de viandes grillées avec une expertise technique. La cuisine privilégie des épices de haute qualité et des produits frais pour construire des profils aromatiques complexes caractéristiques du patrimoine moyen-oriental. Des plats emblématiques comme le fattouh et le kebbé témoignent d'un engagement envers une préparation minutieuse et des herbes audacieuses. La conception intérieure reflète la vitalité culturelle de la région par des textures complexes et un éclairage ambiant chaleureux. Cet établissement représente une destination majeure pour ceux qui recherchent une exploration approfondie de plats d'inspiration méditerranéenne préparés avec une précision rigoureuse. Chaque assiette souligne la richesse du paysage culinaire syrien tout en maintenant un équilibre structurel.
Damas est largement reconnu comme une destination exceptionnelle pour la cuisine syrienne et levantine à Montréal, souvent loué pour ses plats vibrants aux épices maîtrisées et son atmosphère raffinée. De nombreux convives soulignent que le menu dégustation est une façon mémorable de découvrir une variété de saveurs authentiques, du fattouch signature au houmous en passant par les succulentes grillades, le tout servi dans un cadre haut de gamme magnifiquement décoré. Bien qu'une majorité de clients décrive le service comme impeccable, chaleureux et hautement professionnel, il existe des mentions occasionnelles de rythme inconstant ou d'insatisfaction concernant le rapport qualité-prix. Malgré des avis divergents sur les prix et la taille des portions, le restaurant demeure une recommandation de premier plan pour les grandes occasions, de nombreux visiteurs saluant l'attention et les connaissances approfondies du personnel.
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.
In town with our in-laws & Damas was nothing short of perfection. The menu is designed for sharing, allowing everyone at the table to experience an incredible variety of flavors, & every dish exceeded expectations.
From the moment we arrived, the hospitality was exceptional. Our host, who appeared to be the manager, was warm, welcoming, professional, & genuinely helpful. As restaurant owners ourselves, one of the things that stood out most was the culture of the team. Every single person in the restaurant seemed engaged, focused, & busy. No one was standing around-everyone was contributing to the guest experience & working together seamlessly.
Nick, our server, was excellent, knowledgeable, & helped guide us through the menu. But the true standout of the evening was Mac. His attention to detail was on another level. He kept our table impeccably maintained throughout the entire meal, anticipating needs before they arose, clearing & resetting with perfect timing, & ensuring everything remained spotless & organized. The dining room was busy, yet he never missed a beat. As fellow operators, we know how rare it is to find someone who takes that much pride in their craft. Mac was a major part of what made the evening so memorable.
Exceptional food, exceptional hospitality, & an exceptional team. Damas is a special place & a masterclass in how great restaurants should operate.
The food was amazing, really tasty & full of flavor. It was on our bucket list & we're happy we went, but honestly not worth that kind of money. We got the dégustation menu at $160 per person, which felt pretty expensive for what you get, i would say 130$ max would be decent. Thank god I filled up on bread lol. Overall we'd definitly go back because the food was really good, but next time we'd just order plates & appetizers
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!
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 👏
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
