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 comes up as a beloved Montreal Greek spot known for generous portions, wood-fired flavor, and a warm, welcoming vibe that feels like a family tavern. The menu shines with calamari, lamb chops, souvlaki and rib steak, plus plenty of salads and sides, and the sauces are repeatedly praised as memorable. Service is often described as fast, friendly and attentive, even when the place is crowded, while the atmosphere remains lively and cozy. Cash only and long lines are common notes to plan for, and a few visits mention inconsistent oil quality or the occasional dish that misses the mark. Overall, this spot is seen as a must-try for fans of hearty Greek fare and great value, with many guests returning year after year and recommending it to friends.
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Lors de ma dernière visite, l'ambiance était malheuresement très désagréable. Un des serveurs se disputait avec un collègue, le restaurant était petit, nous pouvions clairement l'entendre crier & frapper sur le comptoir. Cela a rendu le moment assez inconfortable, ce qui m'a surprise puisque je fréquente cet endroit depuis un certain temps sans jamais avoir vécu une telle situation.
J'étais donc un peu hésitante à y retourner ce week-end mais je suis heureuse de l'avoir fait. La personne en question n'était pas présente, & tout s'est très bien déroulé. L'ambiance était calme & agréable, nous étions détendus, & les serveurs aussi. Nous avons passé une excellente soirée.
Je tenais à souligner cette amélioration & espère que ce genre d'incident ne se reproduira pas.
Maybe one of the best lamb chop in the world. The beer is light but tzatziki is very fresh & goes perfect with octopus & fries. We two people spent $90 with lamb combo, octopus & beers. Cant finish half. Take away the rest. Will definitely comes back again. A uncle waiter is very welcoming & friendly. Just it is too popular to enter without waiting in a long line.
Apr 5, 2026
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Une superbe découverte ! Les calmars frits & les côtelettes d'agneau sont tout simplement incontournables. Nous avons partagé l'entrée de Pikilia pour deux : la présentation est magnifique & la portion est très généreuse. Je recommande sans hésiter !
Les calmars frits étaient sublimes. Le plat vient avec une délicieuse salade, le riz parfaitement cuit & des méga frites. L'assiette peut être pour deux personnes.
Le seul problème est que tu dois payer en argent comptant & je l'ai appris après avoir mangé.
Aller chez Marven's est toujours une excellente expérience : délicieuse cuisine grecque (mention spéciale à leurs calmars frits!), service dynamique & chaleureux... un incontournable!
Pros: Very delicious fried calamari (one of the best!). The food is tasty & the portions are generous-I often see people asking for boxes to take their leftovers. Great prices!
Cons: Cash only, but there's an ATM downstairs if I remember correctly. There was a long lineup every time we went. Sometimes it smells a bit, & when it's your turn to eat, the people waiting in line tend to watch you eat, which can be a bit unpleasant. They might even stare & drool while you're eating, so you end up enjoying your food even more right in front of a very hungry audience.
Like many Montrealers, I've been many time to this landmark numerous times before. I ordered the calamari appetizer. Normally top notch, this time around, it was just ok. Mainly because the frying oil needed replacement & as a result, it tasted burnt. The gyros plate was excellent. Like the calamari, the fries tasted off. It was soft outside & mushy inside. I will return but less often just to try other Greek restaurants in the area.
Mar 12, 2026
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Lots of hype ...lots of positive reviews from others...but today I guess was a bad day at this establishment...my gyro pita(meat)was dry burnt tomatoes were cut in cubes no juice ..the head of the tomatoe ...the part you throw in the trash ..& they serve that .very poor tight cheap . disrespectful.humbs down .. luckly the waiter somewhat save the outing
Been coming to Marvens for many years, it's nice to see the familiar faces of the staff. They have excellent service, very clean place & giant portions. We've been visiting regularly for those delicious calamari, & lambchops, I think it's become our go to for delicious food. The prices are great, & you really have a fantastic atmosphere in there. The service is unmatched. They are always friendly, quick, & attentive. I've never had issues at marvens, feels like going home for a great a meal.
My absolute favorite, when it comes to Greek food. Have been enjoying their meals for over 40 years. Consistent, high quality food, generous portions, priced right. Pleasant staff.
