Mazbi serves authentic Middle Eastern cuisine with a focus on charcoal-grilled preparations and fresh seafood selections. Each dish highlights traditional spices and high-quality proteins cooked over an open flame to achieve a distinct smoky depth. The menu emphasizes grilled meat platters, expertly charred vegetables, and a variety of ocean-sourced catches prepared with fragrant herbs. The kitchen maintains a commitment to time-honored cooking techniques that prioritize bold, natural flavors in every plate served. Diners experience a menu rooted in regional traditions, showcasing textures and profiles that reflect the culinary heritage of the Levant. The space features an unpretentious atmosphere designed to highlight the core elements of wood-fired cooking and fresh preparation. This establishment provides a direct, ingredient-focused encounter with established regional grilling customs.
Mazbi is widely celebrated for its authentic and flavorful Yemeni cuisine, with many visitors praising the tender, perfectly seasoned meat and unique aromatic spices. The restaurant is frequently described as a warm, family-run establishment where guests feel welcomed by a friendly and attentive staff. While the vast majority of diners enjoy the generous portions and the immersive cultural decor, a few customers have expressed concerns regarding inconsistent portion sizes or specific dish preparation. Overall, it is highly recommended as a must-visit destination in Montreal for those seeking a genuine and memorable dining experience.
Hemos venido desde Barcelona a Montréal para visitar a nuestro amigo Martín y conocer la región. Gran sorpresa al descubrir este restaurante de comida de Yemen que no conocíamos el tipo de comida. Sorprendentemente deliciosa combinación de sabores que transportan a otra parte del mundo donde la mezcla de especias y sabores hacen única la experiencia. Nos sentimos muy cómodos y con un servicio muy amable y ambiente agradable. Lo recomendamos totalmente. 💯
Visited Montreal from Toronto, Ontario, & had the chance to try Mazbi Restaurant. First of all, the customer service was amazing. The staff were incredibly kind, welcoming, & very knowledgeable about their food, ingredients, & flavours. They took the time to explain everything properly & made sure we were ordering dishes that matched our taste preferences, which made the experience feel very personal & genuine.
You can really tell this is a hardworking, family-owned restaurant that takes pride in serving authentic Yemeni food. We tried several items from the menu, including the broth, chicken mandi, chicken mazbi, lamb mazbi, & a couple of other dishes whose names I can't quite remember & everything was full of flavour, fresh, & comforting.
Overall, it was a great experience from start to finish. Authentic food, generous hospitality, & a warm atmosphere. Definitely a spot worth visiting if you're in Montreal & want real Yemeni cuisine.
Had their beef sambosa, lamb broth & mandi lamb. They were all quite tasty & perfectly seasoned. The lamb was fall off the bone tender, & juicy just like the other reviews have mentioned. It also paired well with the broth (which was mildly gamey so if you're not into that then maybe skip the broth all together 😆) I'd love to come back & try their other dishes, & have their tea again
Venus le 22 Janvier 2026
Goûté : le trio de Sambosa (ordre de préférence : fromage, boeuf, végé)
Bouillon Maraq
Fahsa avec riz jaune
Mandi Lamb avec riz Rouge
Les deux riz excellents & incroyablement parfumés.
Je recommande le supplément : raisin sec, oignons, amandes dans le riz.
En dessert Kunafa au Sirop incroyable (mais il ne faut pas compter les calories)
Le Fata Biltamer avec Crème & Miel, très copieux, que je recommande donc à partager.
J'ai aussi goûté le boisson fromage lait a la menthe.
Had an amazing dinner at Mazbi Restaurant with my partner. Maraq soup was a starter for me & the broth had intense lamb flavor . For the main course we took Fahsa lamb & Mogalgal beef. Both dishes were served with rice & were super delisious. Khobaz with kefir style dip was a nice surprise. We finished the evening with adan chai. top notch value/price ratio. & staff was very nice & carring! Would recommend to my friends & visit again.
I was really hungry then i decided to come to this place
I ordered mazbi lamb & chicken mandi
Firstly never go with owner's suggestion to eat at amy restaurant
He asked me to take chicken mandi
& for the rice half smoked & half tomato rice
The rice is tasteless & meat & chicken is very very salty you can't eat
I also tried marag soup they added a lot of turmeric powder which changed the taste
I have never seen mandi without mayonnaise or garlic sauce nor any nuts on the top
They served with yogurt & tomato soup
Honestly speaking disgusting taste
Very pricy food with not a good taste
Waste of time & money
