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Kouzina Niata
Restaurant

Kouzina Niata

Mile-End
4.8$$
OPEN9 am - 7 pm
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Kouzina Niata Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Kouzina Niata

Food
Service
on Google4.8 (300+)
*as of 2026-02-01
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84%
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Review Summary

Kouzina Niata comes across in these reviews as a warm, charming, family-run Greek shop in Mile End offering authentic Greek comfort food made with fresh phyllo and high quality ingredients. Standout items include spanakopita, tiropita, moussaka, bougatsa, and tarama, with customers also praising the cappuccino freddo and other desserts, and many extending praise to the take-home dishes and even frozen options. The atmosphere is described as cozy, clean, and welcoming, with friendly service and a sense of homemade care that makes guests feel transported to Greece. Some notes mention occasional issues such as sand in the spanakopita when leek washing isn't thorough, and a limited range of dairy-free options, but the overall sentiment emphasizes authentic flavor, freshness, and a broad selection of ready-to-eat and pantry items. Overall the reviews depict Kouzina Niata as a local gem for Greek comfort food, pastries, and a memorable cafe-shop vibe that draws repeat visits.
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5.0

This place is amazing ! Authentic Greek food & ideal for take out! The staff is always - always friendly.

Jan 24, 2026
on Google

Best greek food in montreal. Matter fact, best food in canada. Spanakopita is really good made with high quality fresh & clean ingredients. Their dough is organic too! Who knows what you're eating at other places. overall my favorite place in Montreal. don't forget the baklava cheesecake

Jan 22, 2026
on Google

if actually been told by friends this is a great place to go enjoy greek food i think next summer ill go try the food .

Dec 17, 2025
on Google
5.0

I briefly stopped to pick up a tiropita, my first time there I live in Brossard. The BEST tiropita I ever had!! & I am greek!

Nov 20, 2025
on Google

If you are in the Mile End this is a must stop for delicious Greek comfort food & coffee. Friendly service from the owners, you can tell they put care into everything they do. Whenever I step inside I get transported back to Greece!

Oct 29, 2025
on Google

Amazing Greek food.

Sep 12, 2025
on Google

Amazing local Greek food. Friendly & clean. About 8 bench seats, tons of local ready to go meals. Clean bathroom

Aug 9, 2025
on Google

I first stumbled into Kouzina Niata during a food tour with Local Montreal Food Tours & immediately felt like I'd found something special. The phyllo was flaky, the vibe was cozy, & everything had that homemade feel that just sticks with you.

Fast forward to my second visit, this time as a plus one for my friend Sarah's tasting, & it honestly made me love the place even more.

Tucked in Mile End, Kouzina is a warm little family-run Greek shop that somehow feels like it's been around forever (even though it's only three years old). You come in for a bite, & next thing you know, you're eyeing the freezer section like you're planning meals for the whole week.

They make their phyllo fresh in-house, & you can taste it. Crispy edges, buttery layers, soft centers… just everything you want in a savory pie. They also sell frozen versions to take home, along with olive oil, teas, dips, spreads, pantry goodies, & desserts. Basically, Greek comfort in a corner shop.

& yes, I definitely took a mirror selfie in their big beautiful window mirror. How could I not?

✨ Here's what I loved most:
• Montrealopita (smoked meat pie) - my top pick. Local twist, traditional feel, rich & flavorful.
• Kotopita (chicken & bacon) - came in second. So comforting & filling.
• Spanakopita - a classic done well. Light, fresh, & not too salty.
• Bougatsa - vanilla custard wrapped in phyllo, somehow cozy & delicate at the same time.
• Freddo Cappuccino - medium sweet, super smooth. You know that tragic little moment when you stir it & ruin the masterpiece? Worth it.
• Mango & Coconut Iced Tea - refreshing with a tropical vibe. Not too sweet, just enough.

I've been lucky enough to visit Santorini before, & tasting these pies brought me right back to those warm afternoons with sea breeze, flaky pastries, & that slow, joyful pace of life. It's amazing when a bite of food can do that.

This visit was part of a comped tasting, but sharing my honest thoughts above. 🫶🏽

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Aug 7, 2025
on Google

Honestly, & by far, the best place in Montreal for greek food, labor of love, that actually reminds of something that could exist in Greece

Jul 8, 2025
on Google

As a greek, I can confirm, they have some of the most authentic & delishious greek food I've tasted so far. Well worth the detour.

Jul 5, 2025
on Google
5.0

Looks like any hole in the wall, except cleaner, but don't be fooled. This is exceptional Greek food, made from scratch-- even the phyllo dough. Best spanikopita I've ever had. Plus some really interesting imports.

Jul 2, 2025
on Google
5.0

Great place to get Greek food. Family business that take of customers very well. Nice decoration. Recommend to try some of their bakery & authentic Greek food.

Jun 29, 2025
on Google

Fresh authentic greek food

Jun 7, 2025
on Google

Niata is perfect. A great place to stop in for a Freddo cappuccino, Greek pie, dessert or any of your favourite authentic Greek dishes. I often go out of my way to stop in here. Their spanakopita is by far my favourite thing & their moussaka is amazing as well. The owners are super kind as well & you can tell they really care about the quality.

You can also purchase some of your favorite Greek chocolates, snacks & honey.

Mar 4, 2025
on Google
5.0

Authentic, delicious Greek food!

Jan 11, 2025
on Google
5.0

A real gem. Delicious phyllo style pies (pitas) like yaya used to make with a more'refined' touch. No offence to yaya. LOL. They are all delicious. Many other Greek classic offerings including bougatsa, moussaka, & biftekakia. Efgaristo poli.

Nov 11, 2024
on Google
5.0

Beautiful queen nice place for coffee. Greek.💙

Oct 30, 2024
on Google
5.0

Warm service & delicious food. I had a Greek salad with feta (crisp & light) & chicken meatballs with roasted vegetables for my lunch, which were delicious, not oversalted. I had an espresso as well, perfectly done. Thank you for picking up my spirits on a rainy day!

Sep 3, 2024
on Google
5.0

Stunningly good authentic freshly made greek food. Not a sit down restaurant, but if you aren't needing table service you definitely should try this place!

Aug 13, 2024
on Google
5.0

To be honest, I didn't expect much, but the food turned out to be delicious. I highly recommend the moussaka; it is one of the best versions I have ever tried. I am surprised Google doesn't list it as an option for recommended dishes. The only minor thing I didn't like was taramasalata. It should be made with fish eggs, but I don't taste them in it at all. I also recommend Greek-style coffee; it tasted great. It would be even better if it would be served with water on a side.

Jul 23, 2024
on Google