Le Petit Alep Bistro showcases a refined approach to Syrian and Armenian culinary traditions by prioritizing authentic flavors and spice profiles. The menu features an extensive array of mezze including fresh hummus, smoky baba ghanouj, and perfectly crisp falafel that highlight the kitchen focus on high quality ingredients. Hearty kebabs are prepared with precision to ensure tender texture and rich charred depth. The interior provides a functional space that emphasizes traditional communal sharing patterns common in Middle Eastern dining culture. Guests encounter a straightforward presentation where the depth of ingredients provides the primary focus for every served plate. This establishment maintains a clear commitment to delivering traditional flavors through time honored recipes that define the regional heritage of its signature dishes.
Le Petit Alep is widely celebrated for its exceptional and authentic Syrian cuisine, with many guests praising the flavorful mezze, succulent grilled meats, and a diverse range of high-quality vegetarian options. The restaurant is frequently described as a top culinary destination in Montreal, offering a warm, lively atmosphere that makes it a perfect spot for gathering with friends or enjoying a special meal. While some visitors have noted variations in service quality and portion sizes, the majority of patrons highlight the attentive staff, the impressive wine list, and the overall value of the experience, especially when opting for the recommended tasting menus.
This outstanding restaurant offers very tasty & well prepared Armenian & Syrian food. The staff are highly efficient & accommodating. We sat on the outside Terrace & really dined in a very leisurely way. Highly recommended.
Excellent Syrian food right outside Jean Talon Market. Wonderful vegetarian options. We feasted on Fattoush, & a variety of excellent dips. The spicy red pepper was another level & the broad bean soup was top notch. The service was disinterested which is why I knocked it down. Overall, I'd be back.
Most things were so delicious especially the fatoush & chich tawouk. I loved the lentil soup & kibbeh as well. However as a Syrian, the rice in the yalanji did not feel very fresh although the spicing was good
Jun 20, 2026
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If you crave syrian food with a bistro kind of vibe this is the place!
The restaurant has a wide choice of vegetarian options & meat ones so you can bring all your friends with you!
I suggest you to follow the waiter recommandations if it is the first time there!
I had tabboule, hummus, labne, mouttabal, falafel & a lamb plate!
The prices are affordable compared to the montreal average restaurant prices.
I definitely go back & recommend people to go there!
Wow. I am very passionate about syrian/lebanese food. Having tried many, in different places of the world, this place might be my #1 ever. Their mezze, meat, etc. It's simply incredible. The food is so loaded in flavour, I can't even describe it.
If I had to pick one place for improvement, I'd say - don't give customers bread in the plastic bag. Heat it before, serve it in a nice little basket (or even find a bakery that can make syrian bread for you to serve). That would be the cherry on top.
I'm Syrian so I'll be a bit picky in my review. Overall the place is excellent, especially for the price point (really good value). The hummus, moujadara, & Kabbab Kach-Kach were great. The muhamara was not good. The Sea Bass fish with arak was below expectations. The vine leaves were fantastic. The atmosphere & service were great. The place is authentic & fun & I would totally come again.
Had lunch at this casual Syrian restaurant near Jean Talon Market. Tried kebab & they were tasty. Combo with salad/rice available as an option. Good service & atmosphere also.
Authentic & delicious Syrian-Lebanese food! The hummus was creamy, the grilled meats were perfectly seasoned, & the service was warm & welcoming. Highly recommend for a taste of the Levant!
I had heard a lot about this place, & it came highly recommended by some friends. So, I decided to give it a try, but to be honest, it didn't live up to the hype. Initially, I was excited as I browsed the menu & recognized some familiar dishes, but that excitement quickly faded. The menu was missing many of Aleppo's signature dishes, such as Kebbeh Safarjalieh & Kebab Betinjan (aubergine kebab). We started with Yalandji (stuffed vine leaves), which unfortunately were chewy & lacked freshness. The Fattoush was also disappointing, with a very small portion size. After that, we had to wait almost 45 minutes for our main courses; Kebab Khish Khach & Shish Tawouk. Both dishes were underwhelming. The Shish Tawouk came with only one skewer & just a few pieces of bread. We even had to order garlic sauce & fries separately to go with the dish. As someone of Syrian origin, I found the kebab dish particularly lacking in flavor. On the bright side, despite the long wait for our main courses, the service was good, & the staff were friendly. The atmosphere of the place wasn't bad either, but considering the prices, the overall experience fell short in terms of both service level & food quality.
