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*edit: unfortunately like many other good restaurants the food has changed here. Not sure if it's new chefs but the food doesn't even taste like Greek food anymore. Feels salty & tastes like heavily doused in Montreal steak spice & other strange flavors. The pitas aren't even wrapped properly, like someone who never made a pita before. It's sad because the service staff is so nice & it's a staple in the community. Hopefully it will get better again like to used to be.
Always the the best chicken/porc souvlaki & calamari. When most restaurants are giving smaller portions, lesser quality, Marvens doesn't change their portions, freshness & flavors! The service is always great at takeout . Keep it up!
Very tasty food. Even with the higher prices it's still ok because you're getting real food!
They need to wrap their pitas with wax paper or something. It's a wet mess! One layer of wrapping is not enough for takeout. But still yummy!
Been eating here for years...Porc souvlaki pita or stick is great! Big portion, good flavour & lean but soft. Calamari is great when it's hot & crispy & the oil doesn't taste fishy... same goes for the fries. Chicken gyro is very good too. The lamb gyro needs improvement...they need to slice it a lot thinner & it should be leaner. Overall would definitely recommend.View more
Great service & portions but the quality of the food was disappointing. Subpar for Greek food.View more
We had such a great experience & amazing service! The food was so good, its honestly the best greek restaurant I've ever been. Would 100% recommand!View more
This is for Marven's DELIVERY option via either UBER EATS or DOOR DASH!! I order the 2 porc souvlaki skewers with Greek salad, rice & potato. First the staff are great at getting the order done fast! Second the presentation is excellent, u feel like u are getting exactly what u would expect if a restaurant is treating u right when delivering food to u! the salad comes in it's own container, very nice looking, with a transparent lid allowing u to see the salad which is a nice touch, in a separate container, which again is very nice looking, u have the two pork skewers, potato wedges & rice nicely presented! The whole containers food presentation is excellent! Now the food, salad is fresh, large & excellent & comes with a lovely vinaigrette. The 2 pork souvlakis skewers are well cooked & tasty, the rice is perfect, the fries are tasty & perfectly cooked & u get a large serving of each. Add on a very tasty sauce that comes with it which adds a nice zest to the meal. So, excellent quick preparation for delivery, excellent presentation, generous portions & delicious! Highly recommend! The meal also comes with hot bread in tinfoil.View more
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!View more
The best food. The best staff. The best place to go. I'm greek.View more
After 12 years since my last visit, it is still a very good place for calamari plus extra fresh Greek salad. I promised to go back more often.View more
Most authentic, fresh & delicious Greek food. Amazing staff & variety of tasty dishes. Cozy & welcoming atmosphere too!View more
Crazy good calamari. Love the Greek salad & lamb racks as well. A hidden gem.View more
A must try restaurant in Montreal. Fried Calamari is amazing with their signature sauce, Greek salad, fries, or rice plus toasted bread. Generous size & probably will feed two people. Prices are still fair. We live in Ottawa, & every time we go to Montreal, it's our first stop.View more
Amazing Greek food, gonna come back definitely! Try the dolma & also gyros!View more
It was my first time eating Greek food, & it was a pleasant surprise. Their food is delicious, all the dishes were very tasty & well served. In fact, we could only eat the salad & the fried calamari, one of the dishes we took home, as we didn't have any room in our stomachs. The service is fast, efficient, & very good. Payment must be made in cash, so keep that in mind if you go there. They have an ATM available on site, in case you need it. It was a great experience & I will definitely go back there & recommend the place.View more
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.View more
Best place for greek cuisine & a plate of calamari is fire !!!View more
Best Greek shrimp salad ever! Friendly, welcoming & nicely seated. Very nice atmosphere. Nice presentation & normal portions of food being served. Adequate quality vs price. Just carry cash, no credit cards. Thank you so much. Absolutely coming back.View more
Best Greek food in Montreal!! The calamari is deliciousView more
This is the absolute best restaurant in Montreal. Food, portioning, & appetizers are all amazing! I ordered steak & in my opinion, it's done best here at Marvens with the Greek style. Highly recommend for those who are traveling in Montreal.View more
A must try - very authentic greek food. Anything you order is delicious! Best best calamari & best best lambchops.View more
Best & authentic greek cuisine. The portion is big. The service was really good.View more
A deliciousy fresh meal & a great amount of food for the price. Make sure to have cash because it is cash only. The money spent gets a lot of food. Pictured is the two gyro plate with fries & rice which comes with a big Greek salad (with the best feta I've had in Montréal) & three pieces of garlic bread. I also ordered their platter of the calamari. Other reviews raved about the calamari & I see why: it is lightly fried & it is the largest portion of calamari I've ever seen. This meal for $52 could have fed two people & there still would have been leftovers.View more
Stumbled upon this quaint little Greek restaurant, & WOW! Totally impressed!!! Amazing service, lovely atmosphere, excellent food. We were only here for quick appetizers, but having seen some of the other dishes that were being served, we will be back. Huge portions! Calamari were excellent! Spanakopita was good (could have cooked a tiny bit longer, though). Looking forward to coming back & trying some other dishes, for sure! Thank you 😊View more
Still a great spot to eat greek food! It's always difficult to find a spot to eat, as there is a perpetual lineup at this famous restaurant. Their secret sauce is the magic ingredient that distinguishes them from all competition 😉 its not a quiet spot to eat, it's always hectic & rushed, but that's the price you pay for fame. Keep it going guys!View more
It's Marven's. A greek institution. While I lament the loss of their calamari supplier, I still think the food is fantastic & super cheap for what you get. You really can't go wrong with anything you order, just be careful with the pitas cuz sometimes they're a bit....loose, let's just say. All in all, great food, great service. Go there.View more
Do not order their greek style whole chicken. Tasted boiled then bbq lightly. Barely seasoned. It was awful. We left 4 pieces & did not take the rest home. Yes that's how bad it was. Tzatziki is so so. Salad was pitiful, with soft feta. What remains good is their marvens sauce & good service. But that's not enough to beat competition which is not far from them, see my other review. Wish it was like before years back but it's lost its touch.View more
Fried calamari were decent but lacked tenderness. The meat was very salty & not very tender. Caesar salad: average . Greek salad: good. The service was perfect. It's a loud place so hearing my friends wasn't easy. The only beer is Greek & there is no alcohol free beer. Cash only.View more
Best ribeye steak ever! Best Greek restaurant in MontrealView more
The food is delicious really delicious & the portions are huge, we had calamari 😋as entire & steak the flavour was amazing & chicken gyros so tasty ,& the staff were so friendly & our waiter Peter was so kind & sweetheart, will come back for sure ♥️♥️ If you love Greek food I highly recommend it 👍👍View more