TESFA

Lisa

4.0

TESFA is a small, casual spot on Papineau that does Mediterranean/Middle Eastern food with a noticeable East African/Eritrean influence. The falafel is the big draw-crispy outside, fluffy inside-& the hummus, shawarma, kebabs, & eggplant dishes are also excellent. Their sauces really make the food, especially the house spicy z'hug, tahini, & tangy mango amba. Lots of great vegetarian & vegan options, & the staff are genuinely warm & welcoming.

Insider move: get the sabich or falafel pita & ask for all the sauces, especially if you like some heat. The smoked-eggplant De Maman is another sleeper hit. It's a small counter-service place, so seating can be limited & food may take a little longer when it's busy. Takeout is easy, & you can even buy their z'hug & amba to take home.

Dheeraj

5.0

High Google ratings sent us to this place on our recent trip to Montreal, & we are so glad it did. It doesn't looks like your typical shawarma place but the food is killer. They were able to provide quick service for a group of 5 for a dine in order & everything was amazing, right from falafel platter to the pita sandwiches. Highly recommended. 💯

Makiyah

5.0

First trip to Montreal & this spot is a WINNER! First visit I had the falafel pita. Yum. Second visit because yes, it's that good, I had the chicken shawarma hummus bowl. Perfect mix of flavors. Warm pita. Lovely service.

Tomas

5.0

Had a quick stop here for a shawarma pita. Food was delicious - highly recommend to come here.

Howard

5.0

Combining flavors profiles of the Middle East & East Africa is a winning formula for the Tesfa chefs. The food is phenomenal! The falafel is delicious & the shawarmas are mouth watering with some unique flavors not found at other shawarma places. But the real joy of eating here is the incredibly always cheerful & amazing staff waiting to feed you. You must try this place.

Ephraim

5.0

Deserve every kudo on here. The falafel & shawarma were great & prepared fresh. The hospitality was excellent & everything was well wrapped.

Jean-Nicolas

4.0

Mon plat shawarma manquait de goût pour être honnête, mais la salade de poulet était très bonne. Longue attente 20min+ malgré que nous étions les premiers à avoir commandé

Noelle

5.0

The reviews are NOT LYING when they say that this is a really good spot. I recently just went to Thailand & this place? oml coming from a country with very good food this is the best I've tried after coming back to Montreal maybe even the best food in Montreal that I've tried my whole life here. My husband & I got the plates, falafel & the chicken one to try both & we both loved it! we might love the falafel more tho, it is so crispy but also so soft & flavorful in the inside. Will definitely come back for the shawarma ♥?

Ari

5.0

Run don't walk!! Got the shawarma plate & it was delicious! Every component felt like it was made with love. Great hospitality from the gentlemen working there too. 👏👏

Lee

5.0

Easily one of the best meals I've had in Montreal. They're so locked in it's not even funny. Don't go anywhere else for shawarma