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

Damas is often described as an outstanding place for Syrian cuisine, with flavorful, well-presented dishes and bold flavors. The service and atmosphere are also frequently praised, although some reviews mention wait times, uneven organization, or occasionally brusque service. Several customers find the place expensive, especially for tasting menus and portion sizes, but many feel the overall experience is worthwhile for a special occasion.

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Reviews / Ratings for Damas

Photo of Chloe
31 Oct 2026
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4.3

Delicious food, but service can be improved

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Photo of Peter Menis
30 Oct 2026
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4.7

One of my favorite Montreal eateries. Exceptional. My last visit I order the braised beef cheeks. Outstanding

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Photo of Rahima Al Ismaili
27 Oct 2026
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5.0

I had dinner at Damas as we were visiting from Calgary. George was amazing he helped with picking the meals. He was very accommodating and was super kind. He made sure we left with big smiles. Highly recommended!! 10/10

Photo of Somsaysam
27 Oct 2026
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5.0

Beautiful

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Photo of Nick Gauts
27 Oct 2026
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5.0

Such an amazing experience, the restaurant appears small but opens up to give the feeling of cozy small establishment while being able to provide seats for lots of people. We had the tasting menu with 9 courses and paired it with the wine tasting. The food was delicious, flavourful ,and fresh. Each bite had the ability to slow time. Our waiter explained everything as they came and answered any questions we had with a smile. Amazing service from him. The wine never missed, I have had the pairings at other restaurants and the flavour pallets repeat or mask eachother. Our sommelier hit the mark for every dish providing a complimentary taste and a different flavour profile on each sample. Never felt repetitive or average he hit the mark every time. Thank you to the team here for the amazing experience. Waiter : Diego Sommelier : Daniel

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Photo of M Alpho
19 Oct 2026
Source: Google
4.3

Overall great restaurant. I thought the food was good but not great, especially for the price. unfortunately I’ve been spoiled by some amazing middle eastern food living in DC. The service was good though and they had some good mocktails as well.

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Photo of Amanda Bergin
16 Oct 2026
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5.0

Great service. Every dish was fresh and flavourful. Dress nice! This is a beautiful restaurant and I saw so many people in sweats… you will pay a pretty penny but worth it for a nice occasion.

Photo of Esther Rodriguez Beltran
14 Oct 2026
Source: Google
4.7

It was our first time and definitely not the last. We had a great time and a delicious gastronomic experience. Service was A+ and the restaurants is beautiful. Highly recommended!

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Photo of Bradley Moggach
14 Oct 2026
Source: Google
4.7

Beautiful restaurant, incredible food, absolutely one of the best middle eastern meals I have ever had the pleasure of consuming - as my favourite cuisine that is saying something. The shish borek dumplings were an absolute favourite and a core food memory. Incredible flavours! Service felt a bit rushed at times and our server was keen to upsell us a $30 fattoush salad, but we had more than enough food in our order.

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Photo of New Core
13 Oct 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Stopped by at Damas on a weeknight a couple weeks back and the lamb shawarma plate was just as good as I remembered from years of going there. The staff remembered my usual order even though it had been a few months, which always makes the place feel less like a restaurant and more like a second kitchen. It gets loud and busy around 7pm so I'd grab a seat a bit earlier if you want to actually hear your table talk. Still my go-to spot in the city for Lebanese food after all this time.

Photo of Annabel Golden
13 Oct 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Spectacular evening. We splurged and did the tasting menu. Every dish was delicious, but the standouts were the stuffed zucchini flowers, the lamb Kibbe and the lamb chops. The Mediterranean wine pairing was incredibly well done - one of the most "on point" pairings we have ever done. We are quite sophisticated wine drinkers, but we were exposed to wine categories we had never had. Well done. Theo was an excellent server, as was the sommelier. We will be back the next time we are in Montreal.

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Photo of Manal Fleuritta Bak
13 Oct 2026
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5.0

The food was delicious 😋 and the service is excellent 👌

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Photo of Kathy Landygo
12 Oct 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Damas was recommended to us as we were in Montreal for the long weekend. The place is beautiful; great selection; however very pricy for what you get. One skewer of chicken or Lamb ($48-52) is insane.

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Photo of Katherine B
12 Oct 2026
Source: Google
5.0

A must-try if you’re in Montreal and have the funds to splurge on a meal. If you’re a solo diner, the tasting menu is a great way to try a wide variety of dishes. Portions are very generous so come hungry! Come thirsty too — the drinks are delicious! Ambiance was great and so was the service.

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Photo of Cailin Radcliffe
9 Oct 2026
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5.0

Outstanding food and service. We are big foodies and this one tops the list. Get the dumplings, but honestly…you can’t go wrong. Amazing.

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Photo of Hillary Wasserman
9 Oct 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Incredible meal from start to finish. We had the mezze platter, the pistachio fried kibbeh, and the lamb chops. Everything was delicious!

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Photo of Riaz Ahmad
7 Oct 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Stopped by for a quick bite on a weeknight around 8pm and ended up staying way longer than planned because the lamb was that good. The lighting over the bar area made for a great shot before the food even arrived, all warm wood tones and soft hanging fixtures. Our server noticed me fiddling with my camera and actually offered to dim the overhead lights at our table a touch so the plating photos would come out cleaner, which I was not expecting. Place was busy but never felt rushed, and the hummus with the lamb shoulder is worth going back for alone.

Photo of Simone Temple
7 Oct 2026
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5.0

Delicious food, great service and beautiful atmosphere. We left so full !

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Photo of Patricia Gravel
6 Oct 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Amazing service every time I go ! The food, the atmosphere and the drinks are always 10/10

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Photo of Hadiza Muhammed Kachalla
5 Oct 2026
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5.0

Stopped by for a late lunch last weekend and ended up staying almost two hours because the patio was too nice to leave. The lamb shoulder was fall-apart tender and the hummus had that smoky char you don't usually get outside Beirut. Our server kept checking in without being pushy about it, even though the place was packed around 2pm. Already planning to bring my parents next time, it felt like a proper weekend treat rather than just another brunch spot.

Photo of Gillian
5 Oct 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Finally got to try the amazing Damas in Montreal! Tried a bunch of different things on the menu and was so impressed. Really enjoyed the Fatteh Mozat, fattoush salad and mixed dips with bread. It’s a great place to go with a group or as a couple. The staff is well-versed to answer questions. The price is worth the hype. We will definitely be back!

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Photo of Mahdi Amirfarokhi
4 Oct 2026
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5.0

One of the best dining experiences we’ve had recently! Everything was absolutely delicious, and the quality and flavors of the food were amazing. The staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and professional, which made the whole experience even better. The hospitality and attention to detail were truly appreciated. We had a wonderful time at Damas and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended! 🤍🙏

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Photo of Rod Neely
4 Oct 2026
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5.0

An excellent dining experience.

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Photo of James Francis
3 Oct 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Great place with interesting and flavourful dishes and cocktails. Top notch service too.

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Photo of Emma Miller
3 Oct 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Amazing restaurant!! Aelia was very kind, serving us with a big smile on her face the entire time! She even went above and beyond and gave us recommendations for a couple bars in Montreal since we are from Kingston, Ontario. Thank you for a phenomenal experience! You will not be disappointed!

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Opening hours

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  • Sunday 10:00 - 14:00 17:30 - 22:00
  • 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 10:00 - 14:00 17:30 - 22:00

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