Terracotta in Montreal offers a warm, intimate Tunisian dining experience with attentive staff, cozy ambiance, and a menu that invites guests to explore Tunisian flavors. Reviews highlight flavorful dishes such as gargoulette cooked in a terracotta vessel, octopus salad, lamb and chicken ojja, kafteji, brik, and seafood options, all prepared with balanced spices and generous portions at reasonable prices. The service is consistently praised for friendliness, knowledge about the cuisine, and a welcoming atmosphere, with occasional hiccups quickly addressed; the energy of the co-owner and the team is repeatedly noted as making diners feel at home. The setting, with indoor and outdoor seating and tasteful decor, is described as charming and comforting, perfect for family meals or casual outings. Ramadan and Iftar experiences are celebrated for their warmth and generous menus. While a few reviews mention small portions for the price or a minor service lapse, the overall impression is of authenticity, hospitality, and high quality food, making Terracotta a must visit for Tunisian cuisine in Montreal and a place many plan to return to.
Amazing cuisine served in a warm, caring, attentive, & casual atmosphere. Don't miss the signature gargoulette dishes & the delicious, labor intensive house lemonade. The owner took time out on a very busy night to explain how each dish was made. Run, do not walk to this fantastic place, but make sure you have a reservation!
We had the most amazing experience at Terracotta the other night! The staff were so welcoming & passionate about sharing Tunisian cusisine & culture.
Our kids loved the experience as well, the indoor'banquet' seating was luxurious & perfect for little ones!
We got the lamb gargoulette, it was such flavourful dish! It is made in a Terracotta dish over 24 hours so you know it's going to be incredible!
The kids menu is perfect for little ones - great flavour, no spice, & a good variety of things to eat. As adults we even enjoying nibbling of the kid's plate.
Terracotta is a must try - an incredibly unique dining experience that will make you want to go back again & again!
Such a lovely evening at Terracotta in Montreal!
Great service, cozy vibe, & the food was absolutely amazing.
Highly recommend! 🍽?✨ #MontrealEats #TerracottaVibes
Terracotta, c'est à mes yeux le meilleur restaurant tunisien en exil.
Un énorme bravo pour le service exceptionnel - vraiment, le service, le service, le service ! C'est rare de voir une équipe aussi attentionnée & chaleureuse.
La bouffe est tout simplement délicieuse, pleine de saveurs authentiques. On sent l'amour de la cuisine tunisienne dans chaque plat.
& que dire du lieu ? La place est magnifique, avec une ambiance à la fois raffinée & accueillante.
Mention spéciale pour les détails, les rôles d'accent, le vrai. Moi, j'apprécie énormément.
Aug 4, 2025
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// Alerte à la perle rare! //
Nous avons été manger au Terracotta Restaurant sur l'avenue Duluth à Montréal, sur le Plateau Mont-Royal, pour l'anniversaire de mon conjoint. C'est un petit restaurant tunisien ouvert il y a un an & demi. Tenu par des Tunisiens d'origine, ultra sympas, qui ont particulièrement à coeur de faire découvrir des plats typiques de leur pays d'origine. Terrasse extérieure, intérieur avec tables régulières & deux tables longues avec banquettes & coussins où l'on mange assis en position indienne.
Je me suis rarement régalée à ce point dans un restaurant! Plats traditionnels bien maitrisés & montés à la table, viande cuite 10 heures & extrêmement tendre, fruits de mer & épices importés de Tunisie, couscous tunisien & légumes délicieux, sauces à lécher les plats (sérieusement), & salades & accompagnements extraordinaires. Sans compter le dessert maison, la crème brûlée à la pistache. Un truc de fou! Beaucoup de belles découvertes!
Des gens de coeur qui se sont parti une petite entreprise & qui ont vraiment à coeur d'offrir une belle expérience à leurs clients.
Ils n'ont pas encore réussi à avoir de permis d'alcool car il y a beaucoup de restos/bars dans le coin & la Ville limite les permis. Mais ce n'est vraiment pas grave car ils ont une citronnade maison à base de miel sauvage faite par la mère de l'un des deux proprios qui vaut le détour.
En plus, ils ont été plus qu'accommodants pour notre réservation.
J'avais promis aux proprios, Selim & Haithem, que je leur ferait un commentaire sur internet (ce que je fais rarement). & bien voilà!
Garrochez-vous, ça vaut la peine!
Un restaurant avec une ambiance très chaleureuse.
Si vous cherchez des repas succulents & authentiques tunisiens, Terracotta c'est la bonne adresse.
En plus, le staff est d'une gentillesse INCROYABLE. On a été servis comme des rois.
Merci beaucoup pour cette belle soirée!
Jul 27, 2025
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We ate at Terracotta our first night in Montreal & it did not disappoint! We got a table right away, the server was fantastic; she was kind, helpful, & gave really great recommendations. We ordered the mechouia salad to share & then my husband got the fruits de mer (seafood) gargoulette & loved it, I got the poulet (chicken) ojja which I also loved but it was very spicy so make sure you're up for that!
The only downside of our experience is we were seated next to their trash (maybe recycling?) bins & it got a little smelly at times. The food & cheerful waitress made this easy to overlook but it was a bummer especially when dining.
The best restaurant of our entire trip! They made us feel like family, & the food was divine. This is a must-try. Definitely try the octopus salad as the octopus is cooked to absolute heavenly perfection. Terracotta is the best!
Tunisia was once a French colony, so the cuisine is also deeply influenced by French cuisine. Lamb is a'meat with personality', either you like it or you hate it, there is no middle zone. The clay pot lamb is great, with plenty of ingredients & full of flavor. Tunisian shrimp brik is similar to Taiwan's oyster omelette, which is made with shrimps & soft-boiled eggs, then wrapped in pancakes, salty & delicious.
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Terracotta is the best North African restaurant in the city. The food is extremely well prepared & the service is fantastic. The food is distinctly different from Moroccan cuisine. They have some really interesting specials on the menu. The food is cooked to perfection. We were surprised at how flavourful the vegetables were. I highly recommend this restaurant!
We stumbled upon Terracotta on a Monday evening, wandering around this fantastic neighborhood. I can't say enough good things about the restaurant. We were new to Tunisian cuisine & were excited for a new experience. It did not disappoint. The food was absolutely delicious - everything we ordered was so good with very big servings & the service was outstanding - our waitstaff were attentive, informative & friendly. I would highly recommend this spot. We will definitely be back.
