Overall, reviews paint a mixed picture of Baba with some dishes flagged as inconsistent: some find the chicken dry and the salad not fresh and a few experiences end with upset stomach, while others praise the rice and the cabbage salad and describe the shawarma and beef as flavorful, with the potatoes and garlic sauce often highlighted as exceptional and the extras making the meal worthwhile. The fries are frequently described as a standout, sometimes said to be among the best in Montreal, and the price is seen as good value by many. Service is mentioned as pleasant but could be friendlier, and several comments urge more consistent quality, but there are strong recommendations for simple, quick meals with notable sides.
Working very quickly. As an English speaker I was able to communicate well with the French speaking staff. Generous portions. Not my favorite flavour profiles personally but overall good & filling .
Dec 28, 2024
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Food court style Lebanese food is hard to nail & this place doesn't seem to do enough to separate itself over your usual boustan/basha/Amir-tier place. Despite the heart & uplifting spirit of its joyful staff, the shawarma/shishtaouk meat ends up dry & of ungenerous portion because its pre-cut & left to cook-off. Fatouch salad feels uninspired & generic. Perhaps their strength lies in their grills... But in a world where grilled specialized places exist, I fear they need to improve the freshness of their meat or disappear...
This located inside shopping mall food court. Had mix shawarma plate good taste but service staff could explain meal before add bcs some sauce I don't like but they added without asked that's the only issue. But food fast food comparing other places.
As someone who grew up in the Middle East, I am incredibly critical of middle eastern food, but I have to say, this place is spectacular. Seems very unassuming - mall food court, yet it's genuinely a hidden gem. I got the chicken shawarma plate & everything was delicious; the hummus (actually tasted authentic & not like the garbage they sell at the grocery store), the chicken was juicy with crispy edges, the rice was aromatic, & the salads were actually salads & not some dry greens. I'm very impressed. Will certainly come again next time I'm in Montreal.
Sep 5, 2024
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I absolutely loved their chicken shawarma. Amazing. The chicken was juicy, everything was fresh. Yum. I highly recommend this place. I went in & placed another order for the same, it was that good !! 🥹
It's a Lebanese restaurant, we got the chicken & beef grill & a shawarma. Food is prepped fresh, but it took a while. We're not Lebanese, but it sure tasted great. Garlic sauce was the most flavorful I've ever tasted. The fried potatoes & beef were really tasty. The chicken shawarma was a bit dry though.
Aug 13, 2024
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They make really good shawarma & garlic potatoes. They are also generous enough to fill your box. The owners are very professional & friendly . However, sometimes their employees make mistakes on orders : I visited this place several times & had my order wrong few times alongside other customers. Can't really blame them because this shopping center is brutally busy during lunch/dinner hours, but still. Overall, a really good place for Lebanese food. I wish this place can have more branches of, they can maintain this quality
Visited June 15 at 1245. Food is always exceptional & make it a point to visit anytime I am downtown. However, I think staff needs a refresher on proper hygiene. I have my food & have been watching a younger fellow with a beard, touching his beard & face etc & then without washing his hands or using gloves, preparing food. This is a big turn off & I'm not sure if I will return again. If I do, I guess it ia going to be something other than a sandwich so there is minimal handling of my food. Disappointing
C'est un endroit où je vais manger presque tous les jours. Les plats sont très bons, copieux, le service est rapide & agréable (mention spéciale à Ali) & les prix raisonnables. Que dire de plus?
