Monday

11 am - 9 pm

Tuesday

11 am - 9 pm

Wednesday

11 am - 9 pm

Thursday

11 am - 9 pm

Friday

11 am - 9 pm

Saturday

11 am - 9 pm

Sunday

11 am - 9 pm

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.

Reviews for TESFA

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*as of 2026-04-01

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Mohammed

5.0

Une superbe découverte ! Ce restaurant est une véritable pépite. Les plats sont savoureux! Du houmous & falafels aux pitas parfaitement assaisonnées, tout était un régal. L'accueil est chaleureux, le service attentionné & l'ambiance conviviale. Je reviendrai sans hésiter !

Mar 7, 2025

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Jay

I have ordered from here & visited many times, & it's always GREAT. The sandwiches, fries, & falafel are exquisite. Every single element is well-seasoned & comes together perfectly. + The owner is very kind & the prices are fair.
By far the best Mediterranean diner in Montreal!!

Mar 6, 2025

Bianca

Food 10/10 !

Mar 4, 2025

Jean-François

Sans doute les meilleurs falafels de Montréal.
Excellent rapport qualité prix.

Mar 1, 2025

Julie

The food is amazing

Feb 26, 2025

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Very good pita. Surely will try it again🌸

Feb 25, 2025

Max

Wow...what an amazing spot. From the welcome we received, to the music, so the incredible & vibrant food. Can't wait to return. Wishing all the success to this great team!

Feb 24, 2025

Sheida

4.0

We really enjoyed our sandwiches, the seating wasn't very comfortable though!

Feb 11, 2025

Liam

Best service

Feb 10, 2025

Chibane

Good

BBD

Excellente restaurant

Ouadjed

Such q hidden gm

Meysam

Best falafel & Kebab in Town baby

Jan 27, 2025

Emma

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!

Jan 26, 2025

Bohdan

Tasty affordable Mediterranean food, really smooth hummus

Jan 25, 2025

Sandwiches are delicious, hummus plate with falafel is extremely good.

Olga

The best place in town

Jan 12, 2025

Meggie

Delicious food, great flavors, & perfect presentation. Highly recommend!

Sukriti

The chicken as well as beef shawarmas were absolutely delicious

TOT_AMA

i really love the place the service is always 10 out of 10 & the food is Zero mistake (perfect)

Jan 11, 2025

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