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Marven's

Marven's defines the gold standard for authentic Greek chicken in the heart of Montréal.

Parc-Extension
4.6$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11 am
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About

Marven's offers a straightforward exploration of authentic Greek culinary traditions through a menu defined by classic preparations. Freshly grilled meats seasoned with Mediterranean herbs serve as the foundation, accompanied by traditional sides like creamy tzatziki and crisp vegetable salads. The environment maintains a functional focus on the ingredients themselves rather than excessive ornamentation. Signature offerings include succulent souvlaki skewers and hearty platters designed to showcase fundamental flavor profiles. Guests encounter a consistent approach to preparation that emphasizes simple techniques and reliable product sourcing. This establishment prioritizes the execution of standard dishes, ensuring that core components like tender pita bread and salty feta cheese remain central to every plate served. The result is a pragmatic representation of regional cooking that relies on the natural compatibility of high quality staples.
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Reviews for Marven's

Food
Service
on Google4.5 (4400+)
*as of 2026-08-15
5★
78%
4★
13%
3★
4%
2★
4%
1★
2%

Review Summary

Marven's is widely regarded as a staple in Montreal for authentic Greek cuisine, consistently praised for its generous portions and high-quality dishes. Many patrons highlight the fried calamari, lamb chops, and rib steak as standout menu items that keep them returning for years. While the restaurant is often busy and requires waiting in line, guests frequently note that the warm, unpretentious atmosphere and efficient service make the experience worthwhile. Despite being a cash-only establishment with a lively, sometimes noisy environment, the overall consensus celebrates the restaurant as a reliable and affordable destination for a satisfying, classic meal.
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Fidst time there ribs & steak were fabukous

Aug 4, 2026
on Google
5.0

Très bon restaurant grec qui propose de la nourriture délicieuse depuis plus de dix ans. Ses calamars frits & ses côtelettes d'agneau grillées sont très réputés.
Cette fois?ci, les calamars étaient un peu trop cuits & légèrement salés. En revanche, la salade était très fraîche, & les côtelettes d'agneau ainsi que le steak étaient remarquables. Il y a des files d'attente les weekends & les jours fériés.

Aug 2, 2026
on Google

Very welcoming experience, they were attentive & sociable which makes a dining experience so much better! The food was great & perfectly cooked, not dry like how I fear whenever I go out to eat steak.

Jul 31, 2026
on Google

Terrible experience at this restaurant. We spent $150 for three people, which is extremely overpriced for the abysmal quality & service we received!
I ordered my steak medium, but what was served to me was completely overcooked (well-done). When I pointed this out to the waiter, they stubbornly argued that it was the correct doneness, which is ridiculous & unacceptable.
To make matters worse, the waiter literally threw the food onto the table when serving, showing zero basic manners or respect for customers. Extremely poor service, terrible food quality, & a complete waste of money. Avoid this place at all costs!

Jul 22, 2026
on Google
4.0

Fair price. Steak was delicious. Good quantity. Lamb was also great.

Jun 30, 2026
on Google

I found this place on social media & made the trip from Ottawa-wow, 10/10. The food & service were both incredible. The staff are so welcoming & polite!
The calamari & the Caesar salad were standout starters (I seriously need the recipe for that dressing!), & the steak was cooked to perfection. The portions are perfect, too. It gets very busy, but it is absolutely worth the wait. Compliments to the chef-I'll definitely be back!

Apr 8, 2026
on Google

Portions are MORE THAN GENEROUS.
I would recommend to take one dish for two people. 🔥

Calamari: 8/10
Lamb skewers: 9/10
Steak & mushrooms: 9/10

Mar 5, 2026
on Google
5.0

My family & I have been eating at Marven's for about seven to eight years now. Everytime we come to the restaurant I always get nostalgic about all the good times we have had there since I was a young boy. Marven's has always been a place where my family & I can come to enjoy amazing food & share laughs. The service is amazing, as soon as you walk through the doors you instantly get greeted by their amazing servers, not as another paying customer but as a guest in their'home'. Server's are always quick on their feet, the food always comes out in perfect intervals so as you finish eating their bread & tzatziki sauce, the salads & appetizers come out & after the main course. (They have it down to a tee). The food is phenomenal, from their delicious greek salad, to their crispy fried calamari, the juicy tender lamb chops, their pitas, chicken skewers & especially their amazingly juicy rib eye steak.

I don't usually leave reviews for restaurants but marven's has always been there for my family & I so I had to help them grow & attract more guests in hopes that those guests can build a relationship & memories with this restaurant such as I have.

Feb 13, 2026
on Google

Food is excellent, the steak is the best. All
Portions are generous. Only downside is that its always packed & you have to wait for a table & in the winter its very cold. You also feel tu have to rush your meal because people are waiting; it's like a cafeteria but very cozy at the same time & worth it for the delicious food. I would say they should have a pager service that rings when the table is ready for people to wait in their cars or to have a reservation system.

Jan 25, 2026
on Google

Delicious steak (little raw close to the bone area)& salad,rice is a bit hard. Great service. Parking is easy during lunch time.

Jan 20, 2026
on Google