Souvlaki Bar specializes in authentic Greek cuisine focused on high-quality grilled meats and traditional Mediterranean flavors. The menu prominently features seasoned souvlaki skewers, shaved gyros, and tender bifteki, all prepared with signature marinades and fresh, aromatic herbs. Guests select from various platters accompanied by creamy tzatziki, fluffy pita bread, and crisp village salads made with vine-ripened tomatoes and feta cheese. The culinary approach emphasizes bold, charred flavor profiles achieved through open-flame grilling techniques consistent with classic Hellenic street food traditions. Practical side dishes like lemon potatoes and savory rice pilaf complement the protein-centric entrees served throughout the space. The vibrant atmosphere remains centered on efficient service and the consistent delivery of charcoal-grilled favorites that define the brand identity. Every component reflects a dedication to maintaining genuine Greek culinary standards within a modern and accessible environment.
Overall, customers describe Souvlaki Bar as offering hearty Greek fare with generous portions and solid flavors, with many praising the chicken souvlaki, loukaniko, pita, salads, and sauces, and noting a lively, welcoming atmosphere in Laval and Centropolis. Several diners report attentive service in some visits, while others describe uneven experiences across staff and branches, including slow service, missing items, or miscommunications. Some reviews flag issues such as rubbery calamari, bland tzatziki, overly thick pita, improper charges, flies in the dining area, or inconsistency in portions. On the positive side, many find the food fresh, generous, and flavorful, with standout dishes and good prices; return visits are common when the experience is smooth, and some reviewers would recommend it for authentic Greek dining in a lively setting. The overall impression is mixed but leans toward good food and good value when service is attentive and the kitchen performs well.
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Souvlaki Bar Laval, & it was an outstanding/amazing experience from start to finish!
To begin, I ordered the Loukaniko sausage appetizers, which were absolutely delicious- a great introduction to the meal.
Main course, I enjoyed the Chicken Souvlaki Plate, & it truly exceeded expectations. The chicken was tender & done to perfection - along with the salad which had an amazing salad dressing! Rice was amazing & flavorful!
The atmosphere in the heart of Centropolis Laval is vibrant & welcoming, making it an ideal spot for both casual outings & special occasions. The staff were friendly, attentive, & provided exceptional service throughout the evening.
Overall, this was an absolutely outstanding first-time dining experience here. I would highly recommend Souvlaki Bar Laval to anyone looking for authentic high-quality Greek cuisine in a lively setting. I will definitely be returning someday!
My mom liked the Slovakia bar full of rice, steamed potatoes & the Greek salad with a hint of cheese & the Zara was very good. My family enjoys it. My dad too. My grandma & me would come again & would recommend to friends & family.
Jan 1, 2026
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A go-to spot for a comforting, fulfilling, & reasonably priced meal. The Meat-Shovels for two was an excellent value.
The Greek style chicken was my wife's must-have dish.
Fresh Greek fare, delicious feta, gyros. Kings menu offering pita or rice- healthy options.
Unfortunately the lunch menu takes over an hour for salad & gyros. Wait staff didn't offer us neither the drink nor the dessert offered in the menu. Very disappointing.
This is my favorite Greek restaurant & I never had to complain on the food. Last night though I was disappointed. One chicken stick, potatoes & salad, didn't want the rice. The potatoes seemed just cut, no spice. The chicken lacked spices & juice. The tzatiki had no salt, very bland. My salad had no salt & was very bland. I don't know if the regular chef was in vacation but my meal was missing that Souvlaki Bar special unique taste. Service was great & the staff are wonderful.
I came today oct 17 2020, let me thank you for this shovel & loukaniko you gave me, you're magic, thanks for staying open, you do a wonderful job!!
2 years later, kalamaria still rules!
2025 still one of the best!!
Jun 6, 2025
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Great Greek food at Centrpolis Laval. We've been coming since they first opened.
Their Greek potatoes & gyros & souvlakis are delicious.
They even have lunch specials which iare a great deal. We had the chicken pita trio, which came with a drink & salad, & the meat shovel meal for one. Mixed chicken & pork gyro meat is presented in a small shovel with Greek potatoes & pita, & a huge portion of salad.
Great ambience & very spacious, with a terrasse & an upper floor.
The food here is so delicious. The staff is very friendly & welcoming. They play Greek music while eating Greek food. As someone who's greek herself, the food here is amazing & authentic. If you're looking to come here in a bigger group, I'd recommend getting a reservation.
Jul 24, 2024
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The food was good overall. We ordered the gyro bowl & the pork gyro plate. The gyro bowl had too many onions, & the portion sizes were a bit too large. Unfortunately, the drinks were terrible. We tried the jardin de gin & the Greek mojito. The Greek mojito was okay but had an overpowering licorice flavor. The jardin de gin was undrinkable, lacking the sourness needed to balance the sweetness, making it overly sweet & unpleasant. The service was even worse. We were seated & then forgotten. We had to flag down a waiter, & while the food arrived quickly, the drinks did not. With only about eight tables occupied, most either already had their drinks or weren't drinking, yet we had to get up & remind the staff about ours. Overall, while the food was decent, the drinks were disappointing, & the service needs improvement.
Had pork souvlaki pita...it was really good...tzatziki was good...great plate & worth the price...& I'm greek & former restaurant owner, so I know what I'm talking about
I am a Greek Food lover in general, my first visit to this restaurant with my wife, the food was good . However, I ordered a platter of Greek salad with an extra of chicken. I noticed that there was no dressing in the salad, & the extra chicken bites were uneatable !
The waiter suggested to replace it with a dessert which we agreed. In general it's a nice place with reasonable prices & quantities..
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The place was packed, which is always a good sign.
With reservation, we got in within 10 min of our booking time, which is very reasonable for a Saturday night.
We had the meat shovel, which contained pork, chicken biftekia & loukamino, plus tzaziki & Greek style potatoes, $35.00 for two people. Very good portion & everything was tasty. Family style dining, good basic food ,no one went home hungry.
Great outing at reasonable price. with drinks, tax ,tip , approx. $100 for two.
I would recommend this place for a casual lunch, dinner.
