Damas
Damas 1209 Av. Van Horne, Outremont
4.7
146 evaluations
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What guests say about Damas

Damas receives mostly very praise-filled comments for the quality of the dishes, Syrian flavors, the careful presentation, and the refined atmosphere. The service is often described as attentive, professional, and warm, with good recommendations. However, a few customers mention slow service, forgotten items, a high noise level, and prices seen as high or sometimes too high. It is a popular choice for a special outing, but the value for money does not win everyone over.

Summary based on 146 reviews.

Reviews / Ratings for Damas

Photo of Elias Abdel Ahad
26 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

What an experience !!! From A to Z , every dish we ordered was to so yummy and took me back home . No words just thank YOU 🙏

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Photo of Jordan Dean
25 May 2026
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5.0

Stumbled into Damas on a Tuesday after work and honestly it might be one of the best decisions I've made since moving to Montreal. The lamb kibbeh was absolutely incredible, perfectly spiced and served in a gorgeous, intimate dining room that felt way more special than a random weeknight deserved. Service was warm and attentive without being overbearing, which is rare to find at a place this well-regarded. If you haven't made a reservation yet, do it now because this spot fills up fast even mid-week.

Photo of William Foulkes
23 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Damas is special. The risk is ordering too much food!

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Photo of Troy Kachor
21 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Honestly one of the best if not THE best, novel (to me), unique, and interesting dining experiences of my entire life. If you can splurge on the tasting menu (with the classic wine pairings), DO IT. The dishes are composed of flavour combinations I don't think I'll ever come across again, but to put those flavours together in the way that they did was nothing short of incredible. So unique and so delicious.

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Photo of Farou7a
21 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

The best of the best in Montreal ☺️

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Photo of michal mulodjanov
21 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Our server Ayoub (hope I spelled it right) was phenomenal. Very friendly and knowledgeable with some great recommendations! Service was excellent, quick and efficient but did not make you feel rushed at all. Food was amazing! Highly recommend the lamb dumplings and the lamb kebab. Décore is top notch as well, just unique and transformes you to a different country. A tad pricey but well worth it for the great experience.

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Photo of Martin Worth
20 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Absolutely amazing, fantastic from start to finish!

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Photo of MOE ELGHRAWI
19 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Best Food I ever had !!!

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Photo of Hovig Pilibossian
18 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

My favourite restaurant in Montréal — and it never disappoints. We visited Damas for a special Mother's Day brunch, and the experience was absolutely exceptional from start to finish. The set menu was thoughtfully curated — each dish felt intentional, beautifully presented, and full of flavour. Everything we tasted was delicious. The service is truly impeccable. The staff strike that perfect balance of warmth and professionalism that's increasingly rare, and it made the occasion feel genuinely special. Damas has been my go-to restaurant in the city for good reason — the food, the atmosphere, and the hospitality consistently deliver at the highest level. If you're looking for a memorable dining experience in Montréal, this is the one. Highly recommend. 🌿

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Photo of AD
18 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Absolutely incredible food, service, and atmosphere. The best middle eastern food we’ve had.

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Photo of Patrick Turvey
17 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Came for the tasting menu and it completely delivered. Dish after dish, each one better than the last. Beautiful room, great service. One of the best meals we had during a recent visit in Montreal.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Photo of Serah Oyetola Eruaga
16 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

My goodness I have no words to express how amazing this was. It was my first time trying Syrian cuisine and I loved it. From the waiter (Theo) to the meals, recommendations, wait staff ensuring we had all we need. Thank you! 10/10 🙌🏾

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Photo of Andrew Chen
16 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

insanely good service & food

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Photo of Marija Martincevic
11 May 2026
Source: Google
3.3

Went to Damas tonight with a friend and as usual, had incredible food - there is not a single bad thing I could say about the flavour profile of any dish. Where it went downhill was with the service. When we got our bills, I noticed my cocktail was upcharged by $2 when compared to the menu. Not a big deal, but the principle of it is where the problem lies. When I raised it to our waiter, it took 5 minutes of back and forth with the staff before he came back with the corrected bill, a half-baked apology (“we don’t usually try to pull this on our customers, but our menu prices really did change this week”), and nothing to make up for the situation. My friend then notices the same thing, and before she can even show him where the problem was, the waiter proceeds to gaslight her into thinking the price she was charged for her cocktail was actually the price in the menu. I checked after the fact - it was not (see images attached - shai glace/th0 glac0). For an establishment that prides itself on a refined and memorable experience, this left a really bad taste in my mouth. The last thing I want to be doing when leaving a restaurant is making sure the prices that were listed are in fact the prices that were charged. So disappointing. I would definitely think twice before making a reservation again - there are equally great restaurants in the city that actually engage in fair business practices.

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Photo of Abigail Sanderson
11 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Excellent food! Lovely atmosphere and great service. Pro tip- could be improved by some felt pads under all the chair legs, squeaking/scraping is very loud. Home Depot fix :)

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Photo of s h
11 May 2026
Source: Google
4.7

The food was amazing, really tasty and full of flavor. It was on our bucket list and we’re happy we went, but honestly not worth that kind of money. We got the dégustation menu at $160 per person, which felt pretty expensive for what you get, i would say 130$ max would be decent. Thank god I filled up on bread lol. Overall we’d definitly go back because the food was really good, but next time we’d just order plates and appetizers

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Photo of Rachel Aladeeb
10 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Delicious and authentic Syrian cuisine in the heart of Montreal.

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Photo of Di Phi
10 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

We had a fantastic time at this restaurant. One of the top food experiences in Montreal thus far. The flavours are deep and unique, and very delicious. You can appreciate the use of high quality ingredients and expertly curated dishes. The lamb was the best dish we tried. We ordered several dishes and they were all fantastic. This restaurant is on the Amex platinum dining list, so you can use your annual $200 credit here. We had high chairs, and the group was great with the children. The service is fantastic, your water will always be filled, and you can appreciate the attentiveness of the staff. .

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Photo of Nikol
10 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Amazing

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Photo of Victoria A.
6 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Don't miss this restaurant!!! Easily one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is joyous, the service and the food was absolutely outstanding—but it was John who made the evening truly unforgettable-he is EXPERT!!! All his recommendations were exceptional. I'm amazed that even though this restaurant is busy and well known, it always felt like an experience curated just to you-honestly, it’s rare to find such attention to detail, extraordinary meals and beautiful service. I’m already looking forward to my next visit. If you are in Montreal, Damas is an absolute must!

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Photo of Anna Ricci
6 May 2026
Source: Google
4.7

Really enjoyed Damas. Good was good. I found the tasting menu pricey for what we got. With wine and 15% tip it was 300$ per person. Next time I would opt for à la carte options.

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Photo of Justin Mueller
6 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

The food here was absolutely stellar, and definitely one of the top restaurants in a week long visit to Montreal. The hummus shawarma was exceptional, and the mixed grill for two is definitely worth it, especially the shish taouk, lamb rack, and filet mignon kebab. The smoked eggplant puree with the lamb was chef’s kiss. Definitely come here while in Montreal, but get a reservation.

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Photo of Hilal Moussa
5 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

The food is amazing as usual I recommend you to visit the place 😋

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Photo of Michael Frate
4 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Exquisite food, excellent service. Our waiter Nick is a real pro. Every dish is expertly prepared, cold and warm mezzes are great, the mixed grill superb, seasoning and cooking is perfect, the sides and sauces fantastic. Expensive dinner, worth every penny.

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Photo of Nicole Morais
3 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

We had a lovely dinner at Damas, the experience was amazing - the cocktails are incredible! It was my first time having Syrian food, and I honestly can’t wait to come here again.

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  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 17:30 - 22:00
  • Tuesday 17:30 - 22:00
  • Wednesday 17:30 - 22:00
  • Thursday 17:30 - 22:00
  • Friday 17:30 - 22:00
  • Saturday Closed

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