TESFA is consistently praised for bright, fresh Mediterranean flavors, with falafel pita, sabich pita, shawarma and kebabs highlighted as standout choices; the hummus is silky and the pitas are fluffy and freshly baked, portions are generous and the value is good. The restaurant also showcases vegetarian and vegan options, making it a popular spot for meat lovers and plant-based eaters alike. The atmosphere is described as cozy and welcoming, often feeling like a neighborhood gem, though the space is small and seating can be tight, especially during peak hours. Service is repeatedly praised for friendliness and warmth, while a few visits mention slow service when busy or occasional takeout packaging issues and a wrong order, which some note as solvable with a quick fix. Overall, TESFA is regarded as one of the best places for Middle Eastern/Mediterranean food in the area, valued for freshness, consistency and genuine, generous hospitality that keeps people coming back.
I decided to try this on a whim & I was pleasently surprised!
This is NOT your typical middle-eastern fastfood experience.
Strong points:
- Freshness.
- Not overly salty & fat.
- Feels like mom cooked a good meal for you.
- Price feels right for what you get.
Constructive comment:
Portions size would be okay but big eaters will feel liks this is small. I took an entree & I am glad I did! An extra side of bread or meat would have been perfect in my case.
The meat does not feel like it was grilled on a vertical rotisserie (I had the chicken), but it was fresh & flavorful none the less.
I was sad to see no marinated turnip &/or hot pepper on my plate, it would be my only complaint!
Will I order again? Heck yeah!
***I removed one star simply because I asked for door to be rang for delivery & they did not oblige. If this is handled from & 3rd party delivery service then consider this 5 stars.***
Several clearly marked vegan options! Lovely staff! I got the falafel salad & it was delicious: the flavours go very well together, very refreshing, all vegetables are fresh & crisp, the falafel is the perfect addition. You can ask to make the dish non-spicy.
We enjoyed the fresh & zesty flavors of our food! The chicken bowl was packed with veggies & chicken & a generous helping of spicy sauce! The falafel salad had a minty flavor coating the many veggies. They forgot to include a side pita with the salad but that was more than ok as we couldn't finish the generous portions anyway.
Ma première fois à TESFA,
Une belle découverte de saveurs, j'ai beaucoup aimé.
Des belles couleurs & des ingrédients frais se trouvant dans leurs plats, ainsi qu'un bon rapport qualité prix.
& les employés sont sympathiques,
J'ai déjà hâte d'y retourner!!
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Proprietor is very nice & offered as a few pita chips as we placed our order love the sumac Spice in the chicken pita wrap that I had can't wait to go back
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Golden, crispy falafel tucked into a warm, fluffy pita, loaded with crunchy cabbage, fresh chopped salad, tangy pickles, & a generous swipe of creamy hummus & tahini. Finished with a hit of homemade spicy sauce for that perfect kick.
Served with hot, salty fries & a bright blood orange soda on the side, fresh, messy, & absolutely irresistible. #TESFA #Montreal
