Restaurant Sefar
Restaurant Sefar 6234 Rue Jean-Talon E, Montréal
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What guests say about Restaurant Sefar

Restaurant Sefar seems to offer tasty traditional Algerian cuisine, with dishes often described as generous, authentic, and well presented. Many customers also appreciate the decor, cleanliness, and warm atmosphere, as well as service that is sometimes very welcoming and attentive. However, opinions are very divided when it comes to service and consistency: some waited a long time, while others found dishes cold, undercooked, or too small. If you’re looking for a nice atmosphere and Algerian flavors, it may be worth a visit, but it seems wise to go in aware that the experience can vary.

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Reviews / Ratings for Restaurant Sefar

Photo of Koceila Khial
2 Oct 2026
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5.0

Amazing atmosphere and very kind service. The food is very delicious.

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Photo of George Coatu
24 Sep 2026
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5.0

Very clean, beautiful atmosphere. Received great service from Djohra. The tongue tajine was delicious :)

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Photo of Idir Bared
8 Sep 2026
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5.0

It's really satisfied and good service

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Photo of Cristiana Trot
6 Sep 2026
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5.0

Best algerian food in Montreal♥️ had a great time with my daughter and my friend. Staff super friendly as well

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Photo of Imad Eddine LASSAKEUR
29 Aug 2026
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5.0

The food is absolutely delicious 100% authentic and full of flavor! Highly recommend it! 🤌🔥

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Photo of Samir Samir
29 Aug 2026
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5.0

Top .....10/10

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Photo of Deepcove MtPleasant
29 Aug 2026
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5.0

Excellent Algerian food and well priced. Super clean and worth the trip from the city.

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Photo of Ali Lounas
29 Aug 2026
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1.7

The rechta was unfortunately not tasty at all and had a very doughy, undercooked texture (معجنة). The service was slow and not professional, and we noticed that people who arrived after us were being served before us. On top of that, almost everything on the menu was unavailable. Overall, a disappointing experience.

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Restaurant response
Response added on 29 Aug 2026
Hello, thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re truly sorry that your experience was disappointing. We regret that the rechta was not properly cooked and had an unpleasant doughy texture, and we apologize as well for the slow service and the delay you experienced. We also understand your frustration regarding the limited availability of dishes. Your comments have been taken seriously and will be shared with our kitchen and service teams so we can improve. We hope you’ll give us another chance to provide you with the experience you expected.
Photo of Moe Hachem
22 Aug 2026
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5.0

Lidia was super sweet and the food was amzing, feels like home

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Photo of Raouf Madani
21 Aug 2026
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4.3

I really enjoy visiting Sefar. The waitress is incredibly kind, the food is delicious, and there’s always traditional Algerian music playing, which makes the experience even more special.

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Photo of Abdelouahab Bekri
21 Aug 2026
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5.0

I had a great experience at this restaurant the food was delicious the service was excellent and I really recommend coming here.

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Photo of fadel Ghribi
20 Aug 2026
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5.0

The best restaurants in Montreal

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Photo of Fouad Rahmani
19 Aug 2026
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5.0

Excellent

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Photo of Ladan Lajevardi
15 Aug 2026
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3.7

The service was good, and our waitress was very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, we were disappointed with the food. We ordered the couscous and shakshuka, but the quality of the food wasn’t what we expected. The meat was mostly bones and fat, with very little actual meat. The food also felt heavy, and we both experienced an uncomfortable feeling in our stomachs for several hours afterward. We really appreciated the friendly service, but overall, the food quality was disappointing and not what we had hoped for.

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Restaurant response
Response added on 16 Aug 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re glad to hear that you appreciated the friendly and helpful service from our waitress. We’re truly sorry that the food did not meet your expectations, especially regarding the meat and the overall quality of the dishes. We take your comments seriously and will share them with our kitchen team to review these points. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again and provide you with a much better dining experience.
Photo of Nawel Rahmoune
10 Aug 2026
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5.0

Excellent ! 👌

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Photo of Islam Ait Bouchou
7 Aug 2026
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5.0

Food was delicious restaurant design and vibes are original and authentic, the experience worth to try you wont regret

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Photo of MIMOUNI Youcef
5 Aug 2026
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5.0

One of the best Algerian restaurants in Montreal especially when they offer a variety of Algerian dishes that represent the country’s rich culture and culinary diversity

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Photo of Mohamed Anis BENALLAL
5 Aug 2026
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5.0

Fells like home ! I'm going back there

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Photo of Sabrina Léveillé
4 Aug 2026
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5.0

Super ! ✨ Wonderful food for me and my husband.

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Photo of Zakaria Nebbali
1 Aug 2026
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1.0

I had one of the worst restaurant experiences I’ve ever had The service was terrible from start to finish The staff were inattentive, slow, and made us feel like customers didn’t matter. To make things even worse, the washroom was out of order, which is completely unacceptable for a restaurant. A place that can’t provide basic customer service and maintain essential facilities shouldn’t be operating at this standard. I definitely won’t be coming back, and I can’t recommend this restaurant to anyone

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Photo of Zozo Zazo
25 Jul 2026
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5.0

What an amazing experience at Sefar Restaurant! Every single dish we ordered was outstanding. The hmiss was absolutely delicious—we loved it so much that my friends and I ordered two plates. The couscous was incredibly flavorful, perfectly cooked, and tasted just like authentic homemade Algerian cuisine. The brochettes were tender, juicy, and seasoned to perfection. The Algerian bread deserves a special mention because we simply couldn’t stop eating it. It was fresh, warm, and the perfect accompaniment to every dish. My friend ordered the rechta, and it was so good that he finished every last bite of his plate. From the food to the service, everything exceeded our expectations. Every item we tried was full of flavor and prepared with care. The staff were welcoming, attentive, and genuinely friendly throughout our visit. A special thank you to Lydia, who took great care of us and made our experience even more enjoyable with her kindness and excellent service. If you’re looking for authentic, delicious Algerian food in Montreal, Sefar Restaurant is a must-visit. We’ll definitely be coming back!

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Photo of Mehdi Kimouche
25 Jul 2026
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5.0

amazing food, great service, a truly authentic Algerian experience, Bonne continuation.

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Photo of Farid Ladjeroud
25 Jul 2026
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5.0

Excellent service

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Opening hours

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  • Sunday 12:00 - 01:00
  • Monday 12:00 - 00:00
  • Tuesday 12:00 - 00:00
  • Wednesday 12:00 - 00:00
  • Thursday 12:00 - 00:00
  • Friday 12:00 - 01:00
  • Saturday 12:00 - 01:00

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