Kif Kif, a neighborhood restaurant created by Executive Chef Dan Geltner, invites you to explore refined Middle Eastern cuisine inspired by his grandmother’s treasured recipe book. Our menu offers a modern twist on Mediterranean classics, celebrating bold spices, fresh herbs, and local, seasonal ingredients.
Across many reviews, Kif Kif is described as a stylish, welcoming spot with a warm, energetic atmosphere and a Mediterranean inspired menu. The food is frequently praised for freshness and depth of flavor, with the hummus, pita, and a variety of dips and kebabs repeatedly highlighted as standout items. The kitchen s playful, culturally rich influences are noted as thoughtful and well executed, and desserts such as babka are often mentioned as memorable finales. Drinks, including cocktails and wines, receive positive mentions for pairing well with the dishes. Service is commonly described as attentive and friendly, with staff going the extra mile, though some experiences note pacing issues, occasional rushing of courses, or noise in a bustling room. Portions are described as generous in some reviews and smaller relative to price in others, leading to recommendations to share several dishes. A few dishes do not land perfectly, such as a bland schnitzel or a lack of seasoning in some mains, but these are outweighed by many glowing assessments. Overall, Kif Kif is regarded as a strong addition to the neighborhood, with guests planning to return to explore more of the menu and the vibrant ambiance.
Restaurant is beautiful inside, staff is so friendly & kind & the food is absolutely amazing. The pita bread, dips & meats are fantastic. Great spot in Westmount,
The service was noticeably slow, & the food took a very long time to arrive. The menu seems to be aiming for Middle Eastern flavors, but the execution didn't quite land, the dishes looked the part but lacked the depth & authenticity in taste. For the price point, it felt overpriced, especially when there are many other Middle Eastern spots nearby that offer far better flavor & value
Overpriced, food was bland, & imagine having to pay 5$ for an extra pita! I've been to so many authentic middle eastern restaurants, they offer unlimited free fresh pita with the food! Cheap owners!
Maybe 1* is harsh, but I'm gonna start calling it the'ratan chair' phenomenon. Go to a place where the chairs are ratan & they'll overcharge you for mid food & service, 9 times out of 10.
Sampled: vegetable slaw, pita with tomato & cheese-like a mini pizza, eggplant spread-served with pita, chicken skewers with yogurt sauce, beet salad, chocolate babka. Meal was great! Went early so it was quiet. Lovely ambience. Looking forward to trying their lunch menu.
Jan 17, 2026
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We loved the food & atmosphere here! We sat at the bar & talked to the bartender a lot, she was super attentive! The muhammara & eggplant dips were delicious. We got the schnitzel as our main & loved that too! We're already planning to come back to try more things on the menu.
Amazing experience at Kif Kif. The food was absolutely delicious & the style of the restaurant is beautiful & welcoming. The service was great from start to finish.
I really loved the Persian inspiration behind many of the dishes (although not a persian restaurant) - it felt unique & thoughtfully done. What stood out most is how the restaurant incorporates influences from different cultures into the food, creating something creative & memorable.
An absolutely outstanding dining experience at Kif Kif from start to finish. The food was simply incredible - for me, taste is everything, & this place exceeded all expectations. Every bite was packed with flavor, & the quality was unmistakable. I was pleasantly surprised by the subtle Persian touch added to a Mediterranean cuisine; it was unique, creative, & worked beautifully.
The atmosphere was just as impressive. The decor is thoughtfully designed, with great attention to detail - especially the lighting, which really elevated the overall ambiance & made the space feel warm & inviting.
Our waitress was super friendly, welcoming, & attentive, which made the experience even better. The manager, Pierre, was kind enough to come greet us personally - such a well-spoken, professional, & genuinely pleasant person. It truly shows when leadership cares about the guests.
We were also lucky enough to meet the chef, Alireza. What an amazing job he's done. Not only was his food exceptional, but he is also incredibly welcoming & friendly. You can feel his passion in the dishes he creates. I genuinely can't wait to go back & experience more of his food - I see a very bright future ahead for him in the food industry.
Highly recommend. This place is a gem, & I'll definitely be returning.
Jan 12, 2026
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Attentive staff in an attractive & comfortable atmosphere. The food was great , with the best hummus, bread & falafel I've had anywhere . I was with a group of 4 friends & since the plates are sharing plates , we had to order more than one of each of course . If you have a big appetite, you may leave hungry if you don't order quite a few plates for each person. The only bone I have to pick so to speak is that my friend who made the reservation did not say she was told there was a 90 minute dinner time limit ..
We were told the next reservation had arrived around the 85 minute mark & did not have time to order dessert or coffee . Maybe if someone would have mentioned this at the outset we would not have been disappointed to leave , in addition since we had someone visiting from Vancouver .
Servers seemed overwhelmed
The place is modern, tables packed together, no thought put into noise reduction.
Wrong rests for the 95 yr old couple I dined with.
Food was excellent, but no explanation that only one pita came with each dip.
Dec 28, 2025
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Amazing experience from start to finish! The food was delicious, portions were generous, & prices were very reasonable. I went with my wife for a date, sat at the bar, & had a wonderful time.
I have been to kifkif now twice & each time the food, the service has been great.
Decor & ambiance is amazing & the staff goes above & beyond. You can tell they have a great team. I highly recommend & the portions have always been generous.
Sundays they now have a DJ night.
I am looking forward to their other nights.
