Garage Beirut receives broad praise for authentic Lebanese cuisine, with fresh, flavor-packed mezze and well executed grilled dishes like shish taouk, kebabs and kafta, along with crowd favorites such as hummus, baba ghannouj, labneh, muhammara and fattoush that many reviewers rate as standout or keeping a homey Beirut vibe. The atmosphere is described as cozy, intimate and welcoming, often compared to dining at a friend's house, and the service is usually friendly, attentive and efficient, though a few mentions of slow moments or crowded conditions exist. Reservations are commonly recommended because the space is small and usually busy, and some comments note that the restaurant can be pricey for portion sizes or that certain tasting plates feel expensive; a booking fee and occasional sound issues in a tight room are also cited by a minority. Overall Garage Beirut is regarded as one of the best Lebanese spots in the city, delivering authentic flavors, high quality ingredients and a memorable dining experience that keeps diners coming back.
🔝 Empfehlung. Wir waren auf der Suche nach einem Restaurant. Hier wurden wir bestens fündig. Guter und netter Service, dieser wurde durch das leckere Essen sogar nochmals überboten. Das Essen war sehr lecker und ausreichend in der Menge. Wir können das Lokal empfehlen.
I chose this restaurant based on its rate, but later I got surprised since it was not as good as its rating. The food had low quality & high price! All the restaurants I have tried serve Kafta with rice or fries, but here, you have to pay for them additionally. I didn't like the taste of food! The most positive thing was the welcoming waiters.
Jul 21, 2024
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Now I know what good tabouleh tastes like. Excellent way to try a new cuisine & experience new dishes, drinks, desserts, etc. the fattouche was a highlight for me. Great value & perfect for a small group of people. Made a day-of reservation for a Friday night. The patio is absolutely beautiful too.
Cozy Lebanese place downtown, with a variety of dishes. Fatteh hummus, a yogurt base with crispy pita, cashews, & pomegranate to top. Really crunchy with a great texture profile to accompany their tough flatbread. I really adored their sojok, a crumbly beef sausage that was salty with some Middle Eastern undertones. It came with pomegranate syrup for some sweet & sticky contrast. Garlic potatoes had a crispy exterior, slightly soft interior, appropriate amount of seasoning, & garlic sauce was nice but they put it in a shallow bowl & it got everywhere. Their kenafeh was a sweet, pastry, slightly wet from a syrup on a bed of cheese. It was fragile compared to the tough cheese & the taste was fine.
Very authentic Lebanese taste. From the ambiance, smell, aromas & menu everything inspired me Lebanon. Great service, amazing staff & very short waiting time. I would encourage you to book your table in advance because it was fully booked when I went there. Totally recommend it.
Jul 9, 2024
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Probably my favorite Lebanese joint in Montreal, which is saying something. I have eaten a lot of Lebanese cuisine. It's not often that I wonder, then, if I'm currently having the best Lebanese restaurant meal of my life. Garage Beirut had me wondering this. The dishes are as classic as they come, yet surprise with how well they're executed. The kibbeh was refined. The shish taouk was on point. The filet mignon was as soft as they come. The owner was a gentleman. Exceptional.
Great food. Really unique choices. Wait time without reservation was around 30 minutes on a busy Canada Day weekend. Our server was really nice & knowledgeable. The also had complimentary pita bread that they would keep replenishing. I would definitely go back.
Jul 1, 2024
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Most authentic Lebanese restaurant in Montreal! I had the Dip Taster, which was delicious & beautifully presented. I particularly enjoyed the Muhammara dip. Excellent & very helpful service, in a warm & homey atmosphere. Highly recommend! I only wish that they made falafel sandwiches.
It was a last minute reservation, very good service from the staff, cozy but a but tight for large groups but manageable. Food was good, we had mixed grill plates & sides, everything was very good. Able to find street parking but it was very close to the hotels. It was clean & organized well enough.
Délicieux, tout est super frais & le service très gentil. L'endroit est quand même petit & populaire à l'heure du lunch, alors il faut réserver! Les plats se partagent très bien pour pouvoir goûter à un maximum de choses sur le menu.
