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Dunya

Quartier des Spectacles
4.8$
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Dunya Quartier des Spectacles, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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About

Dunya presents a compelling culinary experience focused on authentic Middle Eastern flavors, expertly prepared through traditional grilling techniques. Patrons can expect a vibrant array of expertly seasoned skewers, perfectly grilled meats, and flavorful sandwiches, all crafted with fresh ingredients and time-honored recipes. The menu showcases the rich tapestry of Middle Eastern cuisine, offering hearty portions and aromatic dishes that satisfy a discerning palate. Each item is prepared to deliver a memorable taste of the region, emphasizing bold spices and succulent textures. Dunya offers a straightforward yet deeply flavorful dining option for those seeking genuine Middle Eastern grill and sandwich specialties.

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Reviews for Dunya

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on Google4.8 (1100+)
*as of 2026-07-01
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Review Summary

Dunya is widely celebrated as one of the best and most authentic Lebanese shawarma spots in Montreal, frequently described by visitors as tasting exactly like home. Patrons consistently praise the high quality and freshness of the ingredients, particularly highlighting the juicy chicken, tender beef, crispy fries, and perfectly balanced garlic sauce. The falafels, made fresh to order, are frequently noted as being moist and flavorful, and many reviewers consider the house made ice cream an essential finish to the meal. While the restaurant is often very busy with long lines, the staff is consistently lauded for being professional, warm, and exceptionally friendly, contributing to an inviting and lively atmosphere. Although seating is limited and some guests find the portions small or the music loud, the combination of excellent food, affordable prices, and genuine hospitality makes Dunya a highly recommended destination for anyone seeking an authentic Middle Eastern dining experience.
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Nov 2, 2025
on Google

Heard many people speak very highly of this place & I was not disappointed. It's a small but very cozy & clean joint. Service was prompt & friendly. The menu is a bit limited compared to other shawarma/lebanese fast-food restaurants, but the quality is much higher than most places. They do not have any sides other than fries, fattoush & various dipping sauces (not baba ghanoush or hummus or muhammara or tabouleh)

They do not have the usual herbed garlic potatoes, however the fries are some of the best fries to be had in Montreal. Freshly made, unlike every other cheap lebanese/greek/south asian fastfood places that use frozen, but at the same time not dark brown greasy like in most French Canadian joints. Seemed to be about 1/4 inch thick, perfectly golden & crispy. I much rather have those fries than garlic potatoes that have been sitting on the tray for way too long, which a lot of joints don't even bother reheating when you order & when they do, they use the microwave.

I had the chicken shawarma sandwich & it was pretty good. I don't particularly care for putting fries in sandwiches/wraps but it wasn't bad either. The wraps do not contain any lettuce or tomatoes unlike every other shawarma place in Montreal, which is a good thing, it doesn't end up being a soggy wet sour mess that overpowers the meat. This place only puts chicken, pickles & toum in their chicken shawarma. You have to like garlic though, because the toum does take over quite a lot. One of the drawbacks maybe is that it seems like the chicken does not have as much seasoning from baharat, or maybe I can't taste it because the toum in the sandwich just overpowers it completely. Also they do not offer platters for their chicken & beef shawarma, only for the falafel option. It's not like most Montreal shawarma/shishtaouk places taste much of cinnamon/allspice/cloves (especially the old school joints), but here it's definitely not a highlight.

I saw a deep purple squirt bottle in the prep area, looked like it might have been pomegranate molasses, but my chicken shawarma didn't really taste like it had any in it.

They offer self serve ice cold water, free of charge.

The prices & portions are on par with other shawarma restaurants in Montreal. The pitas are not huge, or stuffed with a lot of meat, but is okay sized. The fries portion is good. Paid $14.72 tax in. Pretty comparable to a lot of places out there & somewhat proportionate to the increase in minimum wage, but yes in the grand scheme of things it is a bit expensive, but it's the same everywhere.

Nov 1, 2025
on Google

Best shawarma in Montreal ,
Big thanks to Haroun & Nou

Oct 31, 2025
on Google

Really great place to go with friends or Solo. I had falafel & i can say my fav falafel in Mtl. They're soft & crunchy with their own tahini sauce 🥙

Oct 26, 2025
on Google

Really great place to go with friends or Solo. I had falafel & i can say my fav falafel in Mtl. They're soft & crunchy with their own tahini sauce 🥙

Oct 26, 2025
on Google

I order Dunya when other falafel place make mistakes. here food always good 👏

Oct 26, 2025
on Google

Dunya has to be the best food ever in my opinion.Its so delicious. My go-to order is beef shawarma with extra turnips & pickles, with fries & the homemade ranch & mustard sauce on the side, & a peach ice tea. Its actually the best theres no words to describe how good it is. They also give out a loyalty card which allows you to get a free shawarma after multiple visits which is awesome.

Oct 26, 2025
on Google

Great shawarmas (especially the beef) & love the fattoush & fries. Reasonable prices!

Oct 25, 2025
on Google

Very nice restaurant

Oct 22, 2025
on Google

Délicieux ! Tout était parfait du début à la fin.

Oct 12, 2025
on Google