Marven's in Parc Extension is a Greek restaurant of good quality, generous portions and affordable prices. The restaurant is popular for it's fresh, tender souvlakis and calamari.
Marven's is widely praised as a Park Extension staple with a warm, family atmosphere, where generous portions and consistently bold Greek flavors like fried calamari, lamb chops, souvlaki and rib steak have made it a go to for locals and visitors alike. Reviewers emphasize fast, attentive service and a lively, welcoming vibe, even when the house is busy, with a wood burning grill adding a distinctive char to many dishes and a signature sauce that patrons love to smother on their plates. The menu is described as reliable and affordable for the size of the portions, though crowds can mean long lines on weekends, cash only payments and occasional notes of strong noise or a rare hiccup in quality. While most experiences are glowing and nostalgic, a few visits are mentioned as less than perfect including a bad batch of calamari, a day with dry gyro or missing ingredients, and concerns about upkeep and cleanliness in some parts of the venue. Taken together the reviews portray Marven's as a Montreal icon that delivers hearty, authentic Greek food, large portions, and consistently friendly service, with the caveat that patience and cash are useful when dining there.
Fantastic food, lively atmosphere without being too noisy, amazing service. We had the lamb chops, calamari, & a small Greek salad. I'm already looking forward to our next visit!
The service is quick & friendly. We ordered calamari, lamb chops & chicken souvlaki.
Calamari was a big portion, delicious & tender! Must get as everyone in the restaurant had a plate on their table. Lamb chops were also very good, moist & flavorful. The chicken souvlaki wasn't that great as I found it to be dry, wish I ordered the rib steak instead. Every table seemed to have gotten basket of bread but we didn't & we didn't realized until halfway through our meal.
Would come back next time we're in Montreal to try the steak & definitely back for the calamari!
Simply amazing!
We had the Chicken Skewers, Pork Skewers, Lamb Chops (so tender & perfectly cooked), & fried Calamari, along with all the classic sides. Everything was full of flavor & cooked just right. Big kudos to the kitchen staff, & a heartfelt thanks to the service team for always making me feel at home whenever I visit.
Nous avons passé un excellent moment dans votre restaurant. Le calmar était particulièrement savoureux & croustillant, un vrai délice ! Les crevettes étaient correctes, mais pourraient être un peu plus travaillées pour rehausser leur saveur. La salade, quant à elle, était délicieuse & bien assaisonnée, apportant une belle fraîcheur au repas.
Cependant, le riz était un peu trop huileux à notre goût, ce qui a légèrement altéré notre expérience culinaire.
Malgré ces petits détails, l'ambiance chaleureuse & le service impeccable ont vraiment fait la différence. Merci pour ce moment agréable & convivial. Nous reviendrons avec plaisir !
JE CAPOTE LITTÉRALEMENT!!!!! J'y vais depuis 30 ans!!!! & je vais pas pour l'ambiance, j'attends en rêvant à mes calmars & côtelettes ♥️♥️♥️bonne bière, après je me lève & laisse la place aux chanceux(es) qui apprécies ce moment!!!!
Restaurant Review: A Delightful Greek Dining Experience If you're searching for an exceptional Greek dining experience, this restaurant is a gem worth visiting. From the moment you step in, the warm & inviting ambiance sets the tone for an unforgettable meal. The menu is a well-curated selection of Greek classics, each dish prepared with authentic flavors & fresh ingredients. The grilled lamb was tender & bursting with flavor. Service is another highlight. The staff is attentive, friendly, & knowledgeable about the menu, eager to provide recommendations or accommodate dietary preferences. They ensure every guest feels valued, creating an atmosphere of genuine hospitality. Overall, this Greek restaurant delivers both culinary excellence & impeccable service. Whether for a casual dinner or a special occasion, it's a place I'd highly recommend & look forward to visiting again.
The food, service, & the ambiance is crazyy ! Generous portion & affordable price. NB: I was so close to die choking last week at Marven's 😂😂 It's hard to eat slowly there 🤤 Try their specialty : Steak, Lamb chops, & Calamar 🤤🤤🤤
J'ai adoré. La cuisine est excellente, cuit à point. Essayé la bière. Ambiance décontractée. Service impeccable (surtout de la part de Dimitri). Argent comptant seulement. ATM sur place
Sep 12, 2024
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I think this restaurant has gone downhill. I also prefer the pre Reno woodpanel 60s vibe. Music was too loud, but that could be a personal preference. one of the waiters (not ours) was talking about personal things with other waiters using vulgar language which was pretty low class (I wouldn't mind that if it was some sort of hole in the wall greasy spoon but I'm spending a hundred bucks on dinner I want a little bit of professionalism ). The Caesar salad was pretty pathetic (maybe a 2 on 10) & they gave us the main meal a minute or two after serving the salad (which would have been an issue if we had wanted to finish the salad but in this case it wasn't). I would not recommend the loose gyro plate, i found the cut to be too thick but that can be a personal preference. The lamb chops looked good but passed on that when tzatziki was an $8 add-on. In retrospect I probably should have splurged for the lamb chops & maybe this would have given a better experience.
There's no better restaurant... Been going here for the past 30 years +! Ambiance is fantastic, staff is phenomenal & the food gets you coming back for more EVERY SINGLE TIME! Definitely a must-try if you haven't already!
"Une expérience culinaire exceptionnelle au Marven's Restaurant ! Les portions généreuses de souvlaki, accompagnées de riz, frites & salade grecque, étaient délicieuses & parfaitement assaisonnées. J'ai été impressionné par la qualité & la fraîcheur des ingrédients utilisés. De plus, le gâteau au fromage était un pur délice, une fin parfaite pour un repas mémorable. Le service était impeccable & l'ambiance chaleureuse. Je recommande vivement ce restaurant à tous les amateurs de cuisine grecque!"
