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.
J'ai découvert ce restaurant il y a 2 ans maintenant, & chaque fois que je voyage, je n'ai qu'une hâte : rentrer à Montréal pour manger un délicieux shawarma pita. C'est définitivement mon restaurant préféré. Que ce soit pour la cuisine, le service, l'ambiance, tout y est parfait. On y est tellement bien accueilli qu'on n'a jamais envie de repartir.
Super affordable & delicious cute resto to grab a sandwich. We ordered the sheed pita, shawarma pita & the side of falafels. Everything was homemade & fresh! Our favorite was definitely the sheed pita. The chicken breast was tender & the garlic sauce was chefs kiss. The falafels were also amazing. They had a nice crunch accompanied with some hummus. These sandwiches were generous in portion & are an amazing value. Will def be revisiting this joint!!
Apr 13, 2024
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Excellent friendly service, beautifully decorated & clean restaurant. Had shawarma pita, falafel pita & pita chips. Everything was fresh, quick, well seasoned & delicious. Their hot sauce is top notch. Menu available in English & French.
Not your average shawarma or pita place. Tesfa is simply delicious, fresh & absolutely tasteful. By far one of the best Mediterranean food take out in Montreal.
Great quality, but I didn't enjoy the taste of the chicken shawarma or falafel pita. The falafel taste itself is very underwhelming. I'm shocked how this place is rated so highly
Dec 23, 2023
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Le Shawarma pita est super bon!! Best place pour des sandwichs, la viande est très savoureuse & fraiche & les sauces sont très originales !! Ça fait 2 ans que je connais cette place & je m'en lasse toujours pas!!!
It is one of the best Middle Eastern sandwich places in Montreal. The food is always fresh & tasty. If you are around Plateau, & you are craving for falafel, hummus, & shawarma, sure give it a try.
Tesfa est sans aucun doute l'un des meilleurs restos de falafels & pitas en ville. Leur recette est originale (ajout de cornichons un peu épicés dans les shawarma) & leur sauce est délicieuse. Le proprio est super gentil, on se sent tout de suite accueillis agréablement dans ce petit espace. C'est simple, c'est mon petit go-to de quartier & je donne 5/5 à tout ce que j'ai goûté ici (les pitas en sac, le shawarma poulet, le sabich, les falafels & leur hummus maison, qui rivalise avec ceux de grands restos comme Damas à mon humble avis)
