TESFA is described as a small, cozy, welcoming spot where the food is consistently fresh, flavorful and prepared with care, with the falafel pita and sabich pita repeatedly called standout items and the hummus noted as exceptionally smooth. Reviewers praise a wide variety of Mediterranean offerings including shawarma, shish taouk and kebab pita, with many calling it the best falafel in Montreal and the bread and sauces highlighted as especially fresh and well balanced. The staff and atmosphere receive many compliments for warmth and friendliness, giving the dining experience a family owned vibe that feels personal and inviting. Some reviewers mention the small space can make seating tricky at busy times, and a few visits note occasional inconsistencies or changes in taste, but these are in the minority compared with the overall praise for freshness, quality and value. Overall it is seen as a hidden gem in the Plateau, offering affordable, high quality Mediterranean dishes that leave diners eager to return.
Staff is so kind & delicious food. Service was a tad slow because they were very busy, but how can you be mad when the staff is so nice! Totally recommend.
The sabich hit the spot. It had a slightly different spice profile than the other sabichs I've had, but it worked well & was a nice change. Would recommend.
One of the best hidden gems I've come across in a long time. The food & atmosphere are both incredible. The falafels were perfectly crispy, honestly some of the best I've ever had. We had the sabich pita, & it was packed with rich, authentic flavors & amazing sauces. Highly recommend giving this place a try!
What a great little spot for a sandwich full of flavour, nutrition & made with love! We left feeling full & even better, feeling healthy!! Definitely recommend this place! 🫶🏽🫶🏽
Nous avons eu l'occasion de découvrir plusieurs plats chez Tesfa & ce fut une très belle expérience gustative. Nous avons choisi le sheep pita, le pargit pita, le sabich pita ainsi qu'une salade de falafel.
Les pitas sont généreuses, bien garnies & surtout très fraîches : les légumes croquants, les sauces équilibrées & les pains parfaitement moelleux. Le sabich pita, avec ses saveurs authentiques, & le pargit pita, tendre & parfumé, étaient déjà excellents. La salade de falafel, légère & savoureuse, apportait une belle touche de fraîcheur.
Mais le grand coup de coeur reste sans hésiter le sheep pita : viande juteuse, assaisonnement juste & une harmonie parfaite avec les accompagnements. Un vrai régal qui vaut à lui seul la visite.
Une adresse à retenir & à recommander pour la qualité des produits & la générosité des saveurs.
Petit trésor caché !!!💎
La nourriture était excellente, la musique douce & à propos, l'accueil incroyable ; j'avais l'impression d'arriver chez un vieil ami.
Je reviendrai & je recommande !!!
Aug 29, 2025
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Tout est super bon, la nourriture, le service! Le pita aux falafels est excellent & les frites sont bien croustillantes & savoureuses! Je recommande fortement!
Tesfa propose une offre différente dans le quartier des plats nous transportent & on vraiment beaucoup de goût. Nous avons goûté plusieurs sandwich & plats ainsi que leurs salades & nous n'avons jamais été déçus. Ils ont aussi des sauces fabuleuses. Je recommande.
Super sheed au poulet, meilleurs falafel que j'ai mangés, ambiance avec musique vraiment fantastique & cozy, le jeune homme à l'accueil qui est aussi cuisinier, Salah Eddine, est vraiment sympathique, gentil & affable, nous a expliqué le menu pour nous guider & les propriétaires érythréens Tesfu & Efrem aussi sont exceptionnellement gentils & généreux. Super expérience & restaurant, hautement & chaudement recommandé
Jul 23, 2025
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This place deserves so much love. I got a Shawarma Pita & it was 🤌🤌🤌. The pickled chillies with the Mango sauce was amazing. Would definitely recommend.
If you're into Mediterranean food, this is the spot! They claim to have the best falafel in Montreal-& it's true 😁.
I also loved the kebab. The ingredients were super fresh, the staff were friendly, & the freshly baked bread was amazing. Probably the best & freshest pitas I've had in Montreal.
Totally worth the price!
The lemonade they recommended was good-nice & sour-but a bit too sweet for our taste 😅.
One of the best restaurants in all the Plateau! The food is consistently delicious & the staff is super warm & welcoming. Honestly the best pita wraps I've had. Highly recommend!
Really yummy! & kid friendly. We ordered the falafel entree for the kids & added a pita & sweet potato fries & it was a perfect meal for the little ones! The Sabich I ordered was one of the best I've ever had! Highly recommend!
