Reviews for Grillades algériennes Omar consistently highlight generous portions, friendly service, and authentic Algerian flavors, with praise for grills, fresh house-made bread, and fries that evoke memories of home. The atmosphere is described as warm and family-friendly, and the food is often called delicious, well seasoned, and prepared with care, making it a popular choice for those seeking bled-inspired meals in Montreal. Some comments note a recent decline in service and consistency, changes to the bread and the charbet, and a sense that prices are higher or staff are less experienced, while others still call it a hidden gem with exceptional hospitality and a welcoming vibe. Overall, the restaurant is seen as a standout Algerian dining experience that inspires loyalty and return visits, thanks to its flavorful grills, fresh bread, and nostalgic flavors.
We were not very happy with this experience. The welcome was just okay, but the service left much to be desired. The waitresses were mostly busy chatting with what seemed to be regulars, & they didn't have the "Hmiss" or "Matloo" that we specifically came for. While the portions were generous, the prices were quite high-we paid $80 for two people & didn't feel it was worth it. Good parts: The Merguez were good, thanks to the butcher. The portions are indeed large. Bad parts: The service was minimal, & we had to ask them to clean the table when we sat down, as it hadn't been done. The prices were steep for what we received. They also brought out bread that wasn't fresh or freshly cut; one piece had clearly been started by a previous customer, & they didn't bother checking before serving it to us. Perhaps it just wasn't their best day. Despite this experience, we'll likely return, as the flavors & atmosphere brought back memories of Algeria.
Aug 30, 2024
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Omar Grillades est un restaurant que j'aime énormément de part sa cuisine, son ambiance chaleureuse, le sourire accueillant & le petit côté familiale qui vient nous mettre dans un confort immédiat. Tout les repas que propose la carte sont succulents, je recommande fortement ce restaurant & demander le propriétaire Omar qui est toujours sur place derrière les fourneaux qui prend le temps de toujours vous accueillir avec un grand sourire. Revenir a chaque fois avec différents amis afin de leur faire découvrir cet endroit & toujours un grand plaisir. Les 5 Étoiles sont mérités a tout les niveaux.
Algerian cuisine is one I am not as familiar with, so this was a fresh experience for me. I don't eat in this part of the city often so I was delighted that the prices were better than what I normally see. There was a bit of a language barrier but not to a point of inconvenience. Service was amazing overall. The food here was so delicious, perfectly cooked skewers served with complimentary fresh, soft bread. Butcher quality meat. The sauces are flavourful too. They even blessed us with a complimentary lemon drink. Decor was not a strong point here but they did put some effort into it as well.
Très satisfait,Brochettes,frites & accompagnement ainsi que leur pain fait maison...tout es délicieux ,le service est exceptionnel je recommande fortement :)
Un bon service, rapport qualité prix rien à dire, le personnel était très sympa & accueillant. La nourriture 100% fait maison & très délicieux & le pain c'est une tuerie.
Nous sommes partis en famille, sans connaître, c'était une très agréable surprise, grillades très bonnes, bonnes portions de plats, personnel chaleureux, très gentilles demoiselles qui nous ont servis ( bravo les filles!!!) avec une belle note nostalgique de notre chère Algérie, merci & bonne continuation, à la prochaine c' est sur.
May 3, 2024
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Les grillades de Monsieur Omar offrent bien plus qu'un simple repas, chaque bouchée est un voyage en Algérie. La cuisine authentique & savoureuse de Monsieur Omar transporte vos papilles directement dans les rues animées d'Alger & n'oublions pas le frigo, généreusement garni de Hamoud Boualem, la boisson traditionnelle qui complète parfaitement ce festin mémorable. Chaque plat est un véritable hommage à la richesse culinaire & culturelle de l'Algérie. Si vous recherchez une expérience gastronomique qui éveille vos sens & vous fait voyager, ne cherchez pas plus loin que Monsieur Omar Grillades.
