A Middle Eastern restaurant specializing in cold and hot mezzes (small plates to share), kefta brochettes (minced lamb, nuts, onions and spices), various meat and poultry dishes as well as vegetarian specialties. Weekend brunch.
Kazamaza is viewed as a bustling, welcoming spot for Lebanese and Middle Eastern flavors, offering generous portions, a wide mezze and main lineup, and solid value. The food is repeatedly praised for authenticity and bold spices, with standout dishes such as hummus, fattoush, baba ganoush, kafta, lamb shank, rekakat cheese rolls, and kebbeh; the cocktail list and Arak options also get mentions. The atmosphere is described as cozy and lively with warm decor, though it can be very noisy and seating tight when busy, and online reservations or table arrangements can be confusing. Service is often highlighted as fast, attentive and friendly, but a few experiences report slow or impersonal service and limited knowledge on dietary needs, plus occasional issues like cold pita or uneven portions and, in rare cases, hair in a glass. Despite these inconsistencies, the overall impression is a memorable, shareable dining experience with flavorful, well prepared food and good value that makes many diners eager to return.
Très belle expérience culinaire. Tout était excellent! Nourriture savoureuse, service rapide, personnel sympathique, prix raisonnables. Nous y retournerons très certainement !
Une petite place qui doit s'élargir, très bruyant, ayant l'impression de suffoquer. La nourriture est très bonne, apart des feuille de vigne, donc j'avais dis que jamais pas mais on n'a même pas réagi.
Amazing middle eastern Lebanese cuisine. The best we've had in Montreal so far. Not very fancy (& subsequently reasonable) but authentic delicious clean healthy food. Fattoush & egg plant fatteh (makdous) to die for!! Cherry (karaz) Kafta dish so unique & tasty. Excellent dining experience. Reserve before going, it can get crowded, as it is justifiably popular. A bit out of downtown, but a short Uber would do it, or a 30min walk in good weather. Enjoy!
Tous les plats sont savoureux ! Le service est excellent & j'adore le décor ! Belles photos aux murs, jolis objets, bel éclairage & même la musique est parfaite !
Nov 11, 2023
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Possibly the best middle Eastern restaurant I've been to, everything was unbelievably good. The hummus & beer tartare especially were incredible, so flavourful
