Sumac earns praise for bold Middle Eastern flavors, fresh ingredients and generous portions, with falafel, muhammara, shawarma and the house pita often described as standout items and many reviewers calling the pitas some of the best in town. The menu includes strong vegetarian and vegan options and both dine in and takeout experiences are described as reliable and quick, with friendly service. The ordering flow at the counter and occasional extra charges for add ons can feel cumbersome and some dishes are described as oily or dry or pricey for smaller portions, but portions are usually large and the overall quality is strong. The ambience is warm and convivial, staff are noted as friendly and attentive, and the restaurant is seen as an authentic option that delivers consistent quality and memorable sides, making it a solid choice for a satisfying meal with friends or family, even if some visits lean toward the higher end of cost.
J'ai récemment eu le plaisir de dîner dans cet établissement. Le service était irréprochable : attentionné, rapide & professionnel. Quant à la cuisine, elle était tout simplement excellente, avec des plats savoureux & parfaitement exécutés.
Seul petit bémol : l'ambiance manquait légèrement de dynamisme. Cependant, la qualité exceptionnelle des mets a largement compensé ce détail.
Je recommande vivement ce restaurant & n'hésiterai pas à y retourner.
Apr 22, 2025
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Service is good, I don't mind ordering & paying at the cash & waiting t the table, that's not a big deal for me honestly. Food is delicious, however a bit on the pricey side in my opinion.
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Moyen-Orient contemporaine. Service super chaleureux. Limonade ou jus maison délicieux! Fortement recommandé pour y aller avec ses parents & leur faire découvrir le hip de la rue Notre-Dame Ouest qui gagne à être connue. Félicitations aux chefs.
Feb 22, 2025
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Love the experience overall! The food was quite good, especially the shawarma plate. The beef was a little dry tho. I also was a bit disappointed that you need to order at the cash.
The food at sumac is superb- everything is very fresh & flavourful. They have many vegetarian options. I like the platter because of the salads that come with or the eggplant & egg pita
Have eaten in & taken out. Would recommend dining on site only. Great flavours, honestly can't get enough - & that's precisely the problem. Portion sizes for take out are almost criminal for the prices you pay.
Jan 13, 2025
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Consistently great. Food is fresh & of good quality. Their mouhammara is outstanding as is their zaatar type bread. Staff is very accommodating. Great spot when looking for a healthy meal that's not boring nor bland.
The restaurant has a more modern vibe compared to other Lebanese places, which is refreshing. However, I found it disappointing that they don't bring the menu or bill to the table, which feels less welcoming. We ordered the chicken shawarma & kafta kebab. The chicken was delicious & juicy, but the kebab, unfortunately, was tough. The salad seemed far from fresh, as if it had been prepared days in advance. The fries, though, were the standout! They were a masterpiece, especially with the sumac sprinkled on top, which made them unique & absolutely delicious. Overall, a mixed experience, with some definite highlights & a few areas for improvement.
A great Middle Eastern place - wonderful tasty falafel, some great salads, & really don't sleep on the fries. The drinks were really good as well! Portions were in the large side, & even splitting with my husband, we were pretty full. Looking forward to trying it again soon!
