Sarah Phoeniciana
2 month(s) agoWe went to Damas to celebrate a birthday this weekend and had such a wonderful lunch. We were lucky enough to have the incredible Tessie as our waitress. Her warm energy, beautiful personality and friendly suggestions made our first experience at Damas nothing short of amazing. We decided to go for a 3 course meal because we absolutely wanted dessert, but we would’ve easily been more than satisfied with 2 courses as the portions are extremely generous. We started with their akawi and lamb fatayer, as well as their lamb kibbeh nayyeh, had the ribeye with the ottoman eggs and the shish taouk for our main courses and for dessert (there’s always room for dessert!) we chose the halva french toast as well as the classic halawet el jebn. The presentation of every plate was breathtaking, as you can see below. The flavours are so well thought out, the meat was seasoned and cooked to perfection & their crispy potatoes will have you pushing your limits for one more bite. The most surprising part for me was that, despite the very generous portions, we didn’t even get a to go box because of how good the food was. It’s one of those places you’re planning your next visit before you even finish eating. It’s really THAT good.
Julie Kelechian
2 month(s) agoThe food was so comforting and delicious. Really well made, bold flavours and definitely bigger portions than we expected. Very beautifully decorated, great service as expected. We usually order desert but we were so full that we decided to go back another day to try that menu out. Overall, very good experience. Would definitely come back!
Sarmad Hares (SMKAH)
1 month(s) agoTakes dishes I used to eat as a palestinian kid at home to new heights. I know its authentic syrian but all levant cuisine is similar so it brough back many memories. The falafel and hummus was so smooth and packed with flavour. The fatoush was one of the best I ever had, it shined more than expected. The Mulokhia with cofit duck was great but the slightly burnt garlic taste, although some like it, was not my favourite but im only nit picking at this point as it was also really good and the duck was cooked to perfection. The cocktails were unique and so good that I would chugg it unconciously if I wasnt paying attention. The kunafah for dessert was also very nice. I want to come to try new dishes.
Elizabeth Montgomery
29 day(s) agoI never leave negative reviews, but this experience was disappointing enough that I feel obligated to warn others considering the tasting menu. The restaurant advertises a 10–12 course tasting menu for $160 per person. Unfortunately, what we received was nowhere close to that. For two people, we were served a small salad to share, bread with hummus and baba ghanoush to share, one small piece of charcuterie each, one small lamb meatball each, one small shrimp each (and empty shrimp shells for show), and a small dessert each. Based on photos from other recent reviews, it honestly seemed as though we may have missed a course, as other guests appeared to receive significantly more food and variety. What made the experience even more frustrating was the pacing. We were frequently left waiting 20–30 minutes between courses, only for the next “course” to consist of a single small bite. I have enjoyed tasting menus at many fine dining restaurants, and this was by far the most underwhelming experience I’ve experienced. The wait staff, however, was incredible in their service with refilling waters and cleaning the table. The biggest issue is that the meal simply did not match the 10–12 dish tasting menu being advertised. Had we ordered the individual items we were served à la carte, we could have purchased several full portions, spent far less money, and left satisfied. Instead, we paid $320 before tax for two people and left feeling hungry, disappointed, and genuinely wondering whether we had been served the correct menu. I am sharing this review because I wish someone had warned me beforehand. If you choose to dine here, I would strongly recommend avoiding the tasting menu unless the restaurant can clearly explain how what is served aligns with what is being advertised. I’ve included photos showing everything we received for two people at a cost of $320 (before tax) so others can make an informed decision.
Andre Zhang
3 month(s) agoThe food itself is exceptional. Flavours are unique and on point, and everything is cooked very well (for the price point, would hope so!). Would recommend the tasting menu. The interior decor is also well appointed. Was slightly disappointed in the service as they forgot orders / items multiple times.
