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.
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 😅.
TESFA is a true gem in the neighborhood. The small 15-seater unassuming restaurant serves excellent falafels & a variety of sandwiches for both meat lovers & vegetarians alike.
The falafels are truly fantastic; crunchy on the outside with a soft fluffy interior that almost crumbles. The salad is vibrant, fresh, zingy, & surprisingly filling. The falafels & the pita chips offer the perfect textural contrast.
The staff are very welcoming & humble, & it is wonderful to see them operate seemlessly in such a clean & well-organized kitchen.
All in all, I highly enjoyed my experience with TESFA & will be coming back for everything else that they have to offer.
Jun 25, 2025
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Re lindo 🌳 Lo atienden sus duenos y son de lo más lindos. Vienen de Eritrea 🇪🇷.Te reciben con una sonrisa. Los platos son hermosos, coloridos y se ven delis. Aún no he probado la comida, pero desde ya cumple con dos de los tres requisitos: se ve hermosa y huele re bien. El sitio es chiquito, no tiene terraza porque está en una avenida bastante transitada por autos y hoy, al menos, se siente más calor adentro que afuera. Es entendible porque está pequenito y entre que ha empezado el verano y la cocina está allí mismo, y hay gente, la temperatura aumenta.
Took the sheed & kebab sandwiches with fries(not a fan of the fries) & a side of falafels. Everything was delicious but the falafels were outstanding! The place is small & there was no AC but the service was the food make it worth it! ( can get crowded)
Ce resto est un BIJOU! Les ingrédients sont frais, les plats sont succulents & généreux, le staff est accueillant, les prix sont hyper raisonnable - c'est tout ce que tu pourrais vouloir dans un petit restaurant de quartier. Bref, absolument tout est de qualité, ce qui fait de cette place notre favorite dans le coin.
