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★★★★☆ 4.4 · 326 Google reviews
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Insanely delicious food, great service, great ambience (although some plants would bring life to the decor). Beautiful presentation of every dish. Flavours are authentic and yet presented elegantly and refined.…Insanely delicious food, great service, great ambience (although some plants would bring life to the decor). Beautiful presentation of every dish. Flavours are authentic and yet presented elegantly and refined. The best Persian food I’ve had in Canada for sure. There’s a lot of vegetarian options as alternative to the meat dishes too which makes it very convenient. Overall meat quality and flavours were fantastic and the alternative veggie options were arguably some of the tastiest vegetarian food I’ve tried anywhere in the world. Highly recommend and it unexpectedly became our favourite restaurant in town.
This is definitely my new favourite restaurant in Montreal. If you’re looking for a luxury dining experience and love Persian food, you need to come here. I was trying to…This is definitely my new favourite restaurant in Montreal. If you’re looking for a luxury dining experience and love Persian food, you need to come here. I was trying to book a reservation for my anniversary this weekend, but everything was fully booked because of F1. Thankfully, Andrew, the manager, was able to get me a table for Saturday, and from the moment I walked in, the staff made me feel so comfortable and welcomed. The owner even sat down beside me to congratulate my boyfriend and me on our anniversary, which made the experience feel so personal and special. The food was incredible, and they brought us Persian-inspired mocktails that were amazing. The décor makes you feel like you’re dining inside a museum. I definitely recommend Bous, and I’ll absolutely be coming back very soon with my maman joon.
I came here for my husband and I’s anniversary, my expectations were high given the hype and this is my honest opinion. Service: 4/5 Warm welcome from the moment we…I came here for my husband and I’s anniversary, my expectations were high given the hype and this is my honest opinion. Service: 4/5 Warm welcome from the moment we stepped in. We had reservations and the seating time was honoured. Friendly and respectful service throughout our evening there. Downside is that the main courses took almost an hour to arrive after receiving our appetizers. Ambience and decor: 5/5 Beautiful contemporary design. Feels like you’re dining in a refined cave like atmosphere with Persian elements. Low lighting and Persian jazzy music playing in the background was a nice touch. Food: 3/5 The food was tasty but nothing out of this world if you’re used to eating traditional Persian cuisine. Dishes were nicely presented. We ordered sangak, maast-o-khiar, Kashk-O-Bademjoon, shishlik, duck fasenjoon, 2 orders of rice and 1 sharbat. If you’re a big foodie and love that authentic Persian family feel, perhaps this isn’t the place for you. The portions are definitely on the smaller side and the price point is much higher than your typical Persian restaurant. The dishes seem a tad incomplete. For example, the rice must be ordered separately from the main course where usually it’s included. Overall: I think it’s good but not outstanding. I appreciate the concept, the vision behind the restaurant and the vibe it offers but it’s maybe not for everyone and that’s okay. 🤍
5/5 Stars — An incredible introduction to Persian cuisine! This was my first time trying Persian food, and Bous completely blew me away. Everything about the evening was fantastic, from…5/5 Stars — An incredible introduction to Persian cuisine! This was my first time trying Persian food, and Bous completely blew me away. Everything about the evening was fantastic, from the warm atmosphere to the incredible dishes and top-notch service. The food was phenomenal. Every dish was packed with flavor, but my absolute favorites were: -The Eggplant Dish (Kashk-e Bademjan): Rich, savory, and so comforting—a must-try! -The Filet Mignon Kebab: Tender, perfectly seasoned, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. -The Lamb: Exceptionally flavorful and cooked to -perfection. The ambiance inside is very nice and cozy, making it the perfect spot for a relaxed dinner. Beyond the incredible food, what made the night truly special was the hospitality. A huge shoutout to the manager, Houssam, and our bartender, Alexis, for their outstanding service and welcoming energy—they made us feel right at home. I will definitely be returning to Bous soon. Highly recommended to anyone in Montreal looking for amazing Persian food!
Montreal has long been missing a truly modern Persian fine dining experience and presentable as modern Persian food, and Bous may finally be the restaurant to fill that gap. From…Montreal has long been missing a truly modern Persian fine dining experience and presentable as modern Persian food, and Bous may finally be the restaurant to fill that gap. From the moment you walk in, the space feels intentional: beautifully designed, modern minimalist, with Persian motifs integrated intelligently and subtly rather than stereotypically. Even though they are still in their soft launch phase, the operation already feels remarkably polished and well executed. They do not yet have an alcohol permit, but honestly, after trying the Persian-inspired mocktails, you can already imagine how exceptional the full beverage program could become. The appetizers were the real stars of the evening. The Kashk Bademjan, served almost like a tartare, was creative and refined while still deeply rooted in Persian flavors. The Mast-o-Khiar was elegant and balanced, the Persian-inspired chicken wings were surprisingly sophisticated, and the vegetarian Tah-chin was excellent, all paired with freshly baked Persian brown Sangak bread. The mains continue the same philosophy: Persian cuisine thoughtfully adapted into a contemporary fine dining language without losing its identity. The confit duck with Fesenjoon was an especially clever and successful fusion, and the lamb shank with Ghormeh Sabzi was rich, comforting, and highly approachable for a broader Western palate while remaining unmistakably Persian. Desserts were equally memorable. The cinnamon tea, Faloodeh, and especially the Halva ice cream, presented almost as a Persian-style profiterole, showed real creativity and restraint. A couple of things worth noting: this is not meant to be a traditional casual Persian restaurant experience. It is clearly positioned as fine dining, with the pricing, portions, presentation, and pacing that come with that territory. Going in with the right expectations makes all the difference. The service was warm, professional, and attentive throughout the evening. Honestly, Bous feels like a restaurant with the ambition and potential to become the first Persian restaurant in Montreal to seriously aim for Michelin recognition.
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YumYak's take
BOUS brings Persian cooking to Sherbrooke Street West: golden tahchin, kashk-o-bademjoon and ghormeh sabzi with lamb shank. Hours and booking.
A Persian restaurant in the Golden Square Mile, opened in 2026 by five friends from Iran, with saffron rice, slow sauces and stews at the centre.
- Order: The Golden Tahchin and the Ghormeh Sabzi with lamb shank
- Best for: Dinner for two or a small group, Persian home-style dishes in a dressier room
- Skip if: You want Sunday dinner (closed Sunday, per the Google listing)
The background
BOUS was founded by five friends from Iran who now live in Montréal; the name means “kiss” in Farsi, Tastet reports. Cofounder Hamed Masoumi leads the kitchen, cooking from the recipes and memories of his childhood.
Tastet describes a calm, warm room with natural materials, soft lighting, nods to Iranian art and architecture, and a striking central bar. It is built for long, unhurried meals rather than a loud night out.
What to order
- Golden Tahchin: the crisp-bottomed saffron rice cake, one of the signature dishes Tastet names.
- Kashk-o-Bademjoon: smoked eggplant with fermented yogurt, crispy onions and mint.
- Ghormeh Sabzi: the herb stew, made here with five herbs, red beans, dried lime and a lamb shank.
- Saffron rice: made with rice from northern Iran, per Tastet.
- To finish: the house sticky date cake with ice cream, plus mocktails built on Persian flavours.
FAQ
What kind of food does BOUS serve?
Persian cooking: saffron rice dishes such as tahchin, stews like ghormeh sabzi, and smoked eggplant kashk-o-bademjoon.
Where is BOUS?
1310 rue Sherbrooke Ouest, Montréal.
Is BOUS open on Sunday?
No, per its Google listing. Hours may change, so call ahead to confirm.
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Details and hours were checked against these sources on Oct. 31, 2026. Hours may change, so call ahead to confirm.
- Tastet: BOUS, a chic Persian restaurant on Sherbrooke Street West (accessed Oct. 31, 2026)
- BOUS (official site) (accessed Oct. 31, 2026)
- BOUS on OpenTable (accessed Oct. 31, 2026)
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