The reviews paint Gunaydin as a lively, welcoming hub of authentic Turkish flavors where breakfast and brunch are standout experiences, with fresh breads, mezes, ayran, jams, and a range of grilled meats that are described as tender, juicy, and well seasoned. Diners repeatedly praise generous portions, flavorful kebabs, Adana, kofta, and pide, and a warm, friendly staff with a comforting atmosphere, sometimes enhanced by Turkish music and elegant decor. The service is highlighted as attentive and the atmosphere makes guests feel at home. Many mention the Ramadan menu and breakfast as highlights, and the presentation and overall authenticity are commonly praised, with some calling it the best Turkish restaurant in Montreal and Canada by certain reviewers. A few notes of caveat include that prices can be high for the portions, there can be lines during peak hours, and some mornings or brunch options feel pricey or vary in traditional feel; reservations are advisable to avoid waits. Overall Gunaydin is presented as a top Turkish dining destination with consistent quality, strong hospitality, and a memorable ambiance.
Based on the rates I expected much more from this place. I thought I would taste different level of grilled meat. The service is great we were seated directly, the cups were not cleaned properly we asked to change all of them. The prices I found are a bit on the expensive side. Portions are okay, the food is moderate to me nothing special.
I might go back to try the brunch there they say it's much better.
Peace out.
Absolutely amazing brunch experience. The food presentation was stunning - everything looked so beautiful & almost cinematic laid out on the table. You could tell a lot of care went into every detail.
The flavors were even better than the presentation. Fresh, authentic, & perfectly seasoned. Every dish was delicious & satisfying.
Excellent restaurant Turc. Nous y sommes aller le soir & c'était excellent mais leur nouveau déjeuner/brunch est incroyable! Très copieux, pas dispendieux & de très bonne qualité! Le service est super, tout le monde est très gentil & accueillante. Bref on recommande à 1000%
Bcp de monde viennent pour le brunch traditionnel turc, on a dîné. La nourriture est très variées, savoureuse & fraîche. Le personnels est aux petits soins. Bien que sans réservation on a pu nous accommoder.
I'll start by saying we went for brunch for the experience. The food is served in a beautiful contraption that comes with Turkish black tea. A wide variety of cheeses, fresh vegetables, eggs, olives & sweet jams. All was very good.
Weeks later we decided to try dinner takeaway. We ordered the grilled mix platter. A huge portion probably enough for
4 people even though its advertised for 2. Different types of charcoal cooked meats, bulgur, lots of salads, yogurt sauce & Turkish bread. Was a solid 10/10. Was so so good!!!
I did see reviews on a language barrier & I agree. The food however, is fantastic! Cannot wait to try more from their menu.
I was really looking forward to brunch here, having heard great things. The service was excellent, very attentive. The food was great, the bread was delicious, but I felt it was a bit overpriced. One thing that stood out was the quality of the jams & cheese. They were delicious but they tasted quite similar to what you'd find at Costco, which made me question how homemade they really were.
I tried Alinazik, the filet was super tender & juicy, very tasty dish…the Adana kebab sandwich was very good as well,service was great & fast. Staff were friendly. Don't forget reservation if you go for weekend brunch since it is very crowded.
Delicious food & excellent service. I Will definitely be coming back to try their night menu, as we had their breakfast brunch one today. Beautifully decorated to bring out the Turkish culture. Bravo to the owner for the concept he created!
Oct 26, 2025
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Nous avons découvert ce restaurant car nous voulions un brunch original. La nourriture fait plaisir autant aux yeux qu'aux papilles. C'est original & bon. Nous y retournons bientôt.
Excellent & wonderful experience at Gunaydin. I went twice for brunch & OMG the experience. It's out of this world. So pleasant, so different, so good. Everything is just EXCELLENT. I love their brunch & will go back for sure. This is the best way to go to Turkey without taking the plane. Go you will thank me later 🤗.
I had brunch at Gunaydin Restaurant & it was amazing! The flavors took me right back to Turkey! From the fresh bread & pide to the delicious sharing plates. I loved the traditional Turkish tea pot in the center, such a special touch. The restaurant is beautiful, & the chandelier in the middle is definitely the highlight. Highly recommend for anyone looking for authentic Turkish food & a great atmosphere!
