Tzatzi-qui focuses on authentic Greek grill traditions, emphasizing the preparation of succulent souvlaki skewers and tender gyro meats seasoned with aromatic Mediterranean herbs. The kitchen prioritizes the use of charred open-flame cooking techniques to achieve signature textures across its protein selections. Traditional sides feature creamy house-made tzatziki, crisp salads, and warm pita bread prepared daily to accompany hearty meat platters. The interior environment incorporates rustic design elements that reflect the cultural heritage of the menu offerings. Patrons encounter a straightforward, functional space designed specifically for the efficient service of high-quality charcoal-grilled items. This establishment maintains a focus on the fundamental components of Greek street-style culinary arts, ensuring each plate remains consistent with established regional flavor profiles and classic preparation methods found throughout the broader Mediterranean culinary landscape.
Tzatzi-qui is a charming and cozy Greek restaurant in Old Montreal that consistently earns praise for its authentic, flavorful cuisine and inviting atmosphere. Many diners highlight the high quality of signature dishes like the moussaka, calamari, and creamy tzatziki, often noting generous portions and fresh ingredients. The restaurant features a beautiful interior and a lovely terrace, making it a popular spot for both casual lunches and special celebrations. While the popularity of the location means reservations are highly recommended, the staff is frequently described as warm, attentive, and exceptionally helpful, contributing significantly to the overall positive experience. Guests appreciate the reasonable pricing for the quality provided and often express a strong desire to return for the vibrant, authentic Mediterranean vibe.
Service sober & diplomat.
Atmosphere & decoration very nice.
I got their chicken wrap to go (25$ including tx & little tips).
Didn't offered me napkins nor sauces for my fries.
Fries are amazing.
It was full of fat chunky & chewy in the 3 major chicken pieces in the wrap.
I will order something else.
This is a great value for money 🤑 spot in the old port. The portions are quite generous, the foid is good if you like greek/mediterranean cuisine. They have some great lunch specials, the dips & sandwiches are delicious & vome out pretty quickly if you are in a hurry for lunch. For dinner you can try the spevialties like the Moussaka & you can enjoy a nice drink on the terrace. You don't have to reserve here but to guarantee best spots you should call in advance & make a reservation.
We stopped here on the first night we were in Montreal & it was one of the best restaurants we tried while in the city. The wait staff were kind, the food was amazing, & the drinks were delicious. We got the three dip for an app & we raved about it for days. Highly recommend stopping in.
Visited here for dinner a few nights ago & had a great experience overall. We didn't have a reservation, so we had about a 20-minute wait, which honestly wasn't bad at all. We were seated outside, & the weather was perfect for an outdoor dinner. Despite the dinner rush, our waitress handled everything exceptionally well, she was friendly, professional, & attentive. For appetizers, we ordered the three dips with pita: Tirokafteri, Kopanisti, & Tzatziki. The pita was warm, soft, & seasoned, & each dip was packed with flavor. For my entrée, I had the Kota Pita with some ketchup & chipotle mayo - delicious from start to finish. This is easily one of the better Greek restaurants I've been to. I would definitely dine here again!
Came here after the Formula 1 Grand Prix. They were busy but the food & service were excellent. Everything tasted great. We especially liked the feta dip & chicken skewers. Our server, Max, was helpful & attentive. Great meal, great service!
Wow! What an adorable & charming Montreal restaurant. We were served incredibly quickly & felt taken care of the whole night. Wait staff went above & beyond.
The food was beyond incredible. Reasonable prices for phenomenal portions! The dips were incredible & worth a revisit.
The decor is very homely & makes you feel comfortable. Well designed !
We will certainly be coming back to visit & bring our family & friends. A true gem in the city!
Wonderful atmosphere with even better food! Was strolling down old Montreal when I came upon it. It has a cute vibe to it & the service was great. The calamari & their feta dips served with pita were to die for as well as their meat skewers. Could not recommend more!
We didn't expect to find amazing Greek food in Montreal, but we did! Tzatzi-qui satisfied my craving of authentic Greek food (since I've been craving the real stuff for 20 years!) as much as it can be satisfied without being back in Greece.
Between all the delicious dips … tzatziki, tirokafteri, skordalia (yes we tried them all), & the entrees we ordered, we had way too much food, but everything was delicious!
The ambiance was great & service was hospitable & friendly. We did go at a slow time, so we didn't need a reservation & almost had the restaurant to ourselves, which admittedly is my favorite time to dine 😊
Definitely check this place out for lunch or dinner if you are in Montreal & craving Greek food!
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So I normally never write a bad review like this, as you can see I only love to promote great stuff. But for some reason everything about the food here was really lack lustered.
We ordered the dips, all 5 of them & those were really good, about the only thing besides the great service that saves them. We also got the octopus salad, if you can even call in that. In pictures is shows 2 large tenticles. What we got was the tip end of one tenticles that you can see here in the picture no bigger then my pinky. Some small cut up pieces in there but really small. That & the dressing was not a dressing at all just a olive oil soup. Was desapointing because I love octopus & even that was tough.
We also ordered the donner mix plate which was dry but pitched as juicy. & we got maybe 1 cup worth of meat with alot of rice underneath. For 33 dollars would have been nice to get a little more substance.
Same with the filet mignon. Dry, over cooked to almost medium well when my wife asked for medium rare. & the smallest portion ever for 35 bucks. The fries were really good tho. It sucks because it feels like a traditional tourist trap in old Montreal.
If not for the atmosphere & the service might have gone lower on the review. Tbh for 150 dollars with tax & tip it feels like a bit of a rip off which is why I am leaving the review. Again the atmosphere is great & cute & servers are awesome. If the food was just as good I'd come back, but I don't go to restaurants for the atmosphere & services. You go back to them for that but the food is like 4/10 to be generous. When I like the dips more then the meal, that's kinda a issue
