Shamdooni stands out for authentic Persian cuisine with generous portions, fresh ingredients, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Reviewers highlight dishes like Kalam Polow, Tahchin, Ash Reshteh, Ghorme Sabzi, Baghali Polo with lamb shank, Kookoo Sabzi, and Joojeh, praising rich flavors, thoughtful presentation, and solid value for the price. The staff are repeatedly described as friendly and attentive, with several notes about exceptional hospitality, including a personal touch such as bread and tea. While some dishes are noted as slightly oily or spicy for some tastes, and service can be slower during busy times, the overall experience is consistently described as comforting, homey, and genuinely Persian. Many call Shamdooni one of Montreal's best Persian restaurants, with a breadth of options for vegetarians and meat lovers alike, and a sense that the food tastes homemade and carefully prepared. The restaurant is depicted as clean, cozy, and inviting, with a vibe that makes guests feel welcome and well cared for.
We went to this restaurant for breakfast - the service was really good & quick. Really kind & nice staff. Kale pache was tasty & well cooked but Halim was average. Quiet & cozy environment
May 11, 2026
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Super adresse iranienne à Montréal!! Cuisine riche en saveurs, très parfumée & pleine de finesse. Excellentes options végétariennes, avec des plats bien équilibrés, un riz parfaitement maîtrisé & des accompagnements savoureux. Accueil chaleureux & ambiance simple, authentique & conviviale. Une très belle découverte pour découvrir la cuisine iranienne. J'y retournerai sans hésiter!!
Super flavorful iranian food! Been wanting to try iranian food for a while in montreal, & it did not miss. Enjoyed it so much. The meat was so delicate & the rice was just a fusion of taste.
J'ai eu une expérience très décevante. La qualité de la nourriture était mauvaise & le service n'était pas à la hauteur. Globalement, j'ai l'impression d'avoir perdu mon temps & mon argent.
I was really disappointed with the tahchin I ordered. It was extremely dry, tasted like it had been sitting around for a long time, & honestly didn't feel fresh at all. I had much higher expectations from this restaurant!!
As someone who has tried tahchin in many different places, I can confidently say this was the lowest quality version I've ever had.
I hope the restaurant pays more attention to freshness & quality, because this experience was far from what I expected.
