Diba Restaurant brings the rich flavors of Iranian and Persian cuisine to NDG, located on Somerland Avenue in Montreal. Enjoy a diverse menu featuring succulent kebabs, aromatic stews, and saffron-infused rice in a welcoming and cozy setting. Perfect for a unique culinary experience.
Our Specialties
Persian cuisine, kebabs
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Diba Restaurant emerges in Montreal as a standout for authentic Persian cuisine, offering juicy kebabs, tender koobideh, and perfectly seasoned torsh, all presented with generous portions and a soft, fragrant tahdig and freshly baked bread that greet guests with warmth. The atmosphere combines modern chic with a cozy, family friendly vibe, and the service is consistently attentive, friendly, and professional, with staff going the extra mile to accommodate celebrations and large groups. Diba's menu surprises with a range of dishes that feel homemade and true to tradition, while the decor, cleanliness, and careful presentation elevate every visit. While prices are sometimes noted as higher, the quality, portions, and thoughtful touches such as welcome bread and herbs create strong value and repeat visits. Many reviews highlight memorable experiences for birthdays and gatherings, praising the reliable consistency, the courteous staff, and the authentic flavors that make Diba Restaurant a go-to for Persian cuisine in Montreal.
Everything was very OKAY. Had Torsh, Koobideh, & Vaziri. The best one was Torsh. Koobideh was not good at all. & the chicken in Vaziri was mediocre. Not sure why but I have yet to find a restaurant in Montreal that has good Koobideh, & this was no exception. The rice was also good but it was too oily. The bread they served before the food came, though, was excellent!
I went to Diba with my son today, & we were both so impressed! We're usually very picky when it comes to restaurants especially with meat, but everything here was absolutely delicious. The atmosphere is lovely: great lighting, music at just the right volume, & a very welcoming vibe. The waitress was attentive & the service was excellent from start to finish. We went on a Sunday, so parking was no problem at all. Overall, a wonderful experience, & I will definitely be going back again.
Aug 17, 2025
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The place is cozy & clean, service is great. The food was delicious. We ordered koobide & Bonab. Bonab was great, but the koobideh was not that juicy (maybe because of using ground beef instead of lamb).
I waited until trying this restaurant several times before posting a review, & it has met our expectations every time. Keep up the great work!
It would be awesome if they could add a vegetarian meal to the menu.
Delicious food & very friendly service. One highlight is their freshly baked Taftoon bread, which is a big plus. However, it's not vegetarian- or pescatarian-friendly, as there are no vegetarian dishes & no seafood options. I'm pescatarian, so I could only have plain Baghali Polo without meat & Kashk-e Bademjan, but they were delicious. My friends, visiting for the first time, really enjoyed the experience. Special thanks to the lovely Arezou for her warm & kind service.
Highly recommended! We enjoyed being there as a representative of the Persian restaurant. Their dishes were absolutely delicious, & the environment was clean & well-designed.
I was there for my parents' 50th wedding anniversary, & we all had an amazing experience at this restaurant. The environment was lovely, the staff were professional & polite, & the food & appetizers were outstanding.
We started with appetizers - Mast-o-Bademjoon & Zeitoon Parvardeh - both of which I had never tasted this delicious before. The flavors were extraordinary.
For the main course, we ordered the Royal Platter: one skewer of bonab kebab, one skewer of shishlik, & one skewer of joojeh kebab (leg). The taste of all the meats was exceptional. The marinade was amazing, making the meat very soft, juicy, tasty. I will definitely return & recommend this restaurant to all my friends.
Aug 9, 2025
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We were absolutely blown away by the food & service. We ordered the Kebab Torsh & Chenjeh, & both dishes were nothing short of spectacular, beautifully seasoned, grilled to perfection, & bursting with authentic Persian flavors.
The rice & tahdig were also exceptional!
While I would have loved for a side salad to be included with the meal, that's just a small suggestion for an otherwise outstanding experience.
The staff were friendly, & the service was impressively fast, making the dining experience even more enjoyable.
Highly recommend Diba for anyone craving top-quality Persian cuisine. Can't wait to come back!
Très bon service, endroit très propre & personnel courtois. La nourriture était correcte dans l'ensemble, mais malheureusement, le riz n'était vraiment pas à mon goût. Par contre, votre fromage servi avec le pain frais était absolument délicieux, un vrai coup de coeur !
We got a platter which came with rice, kebab koobideh, barg & joojeh. I'm not lying when I say this has got to be the best kebab barg I've ever had. The persian staff were all polite & very nice, checked up on us every few minutes. The atmosphere is very proper & clean, the parking wasn't an issue either.
Zero ambiance, terrible service. Felt like we were in a cafeteria. No music but eventually they pulled out a boom box. The staff was zoned out & incredibly unattentive. Food was interesting & tasty. The lamb was perfectly cooked but sauce too greasy. Not many beans in the bean & rice dish. No alcohol served, BYO only. No vegetarian entree, only 2 vegetarian appetizers, & no vegan food. We wanted to try someting new but would never go back. If you're vegetarian & want a drink, don't go there.
Jul 20, 2025
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We had a wonderful experience celebrating a birthday at this amazing Iranian restaurant! It was my Quebecois friends' first time trying Persian food, & they absolutely loved it. The dishes were delicious, the atmosphere was warm, & a special thank you to Siavash - he was incredibly kind & helpful throughout the night. Thank you for making our evening so special. We'll definitely be back! 🌟🙏🍽?
Bonsoir, 19 juillet 2025. Je veux partager ma satisfaction j ai eu l honneur d être invitée pour mon anniversaire. J ai adoré la nourriture d une saveur vrai exquise, le service extraordinaire très attentif, pour moi, je n avais jamais goûter la nourriture Irannienne, c est un pur délice. Merci beaucoup pour la très belle soirée & découverte. & aunplaisir de vous revoir. Anna V.
Today we had lunch at this restaurant, & it was the best Persian food we've ever had. Everything was delicious, & the presentation of the dishes was beautiful. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to try authentic Persian cuisine. Also, thanks to our server for being so attentive.
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Great experience at Diba! The restaurant is modern, clean, & beautifully renovated. Delicious food, excellent service, & a warm welcome from the professional staff. The only downside is limited parking. Highly recommend!
This is the only place that I am fully satisfied with food quality, service, environment, & sanity. Highly recommend kababs here.
Somayeh was kindly took care of us.
