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Hayat

Old Montreal
4.6$$
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Hayat Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Hayat

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on Google4.5 (1200+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

Reviews describe Hayat as a standout for authentic Middle Eastern flavors with generous sharing portions, praising dishes such as baba ghanouj, fattoush, lamb shank, short ribs, soujouk, and muhammara, plus baklava pancakes and Syrian ice cream as highlights. The atmosphere is repeatedly praised as warm and stylish, with a lively vibe and a pleasant terrace, making it a good pick for dates, celebrations, or casual meals. Service is commonly noted as attentive and friendly, though some reviews report variability and longer waits during busy times and changes in management that affected consistency. Reservations can be necessary, as seating options vary between bar and table, and some guests would prefer to book a table in advance. Prices are sometimes described as high for the portion size, though many feel the quality justifies the cost. Overall the place is seen as a top halal fine dining option in the area, with standout drinks, hospitality, and a strong sense of care from the staff.
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We visited this restaurant after roaming the entire street & we were famished. We walked -in because we wanted to have nice brunch with some protein. We don't wat meat so eggs is the only source of protein which was easily available & we saw shakshuka on the menu so we went in. I knew it was a $$$ restaurant but didn't know they would serve shashuka with just 1 egg for 28 CAD. Shashuka was really delicious but I didn't expect it to come with just 1 egg in it & 1 thin bread toast. We asked them for extra toast, the server was nice enough to mention that the extra toast would take some time & they would also charge us for it. We didn't mind doing that but we just skipped it. The muhmara dip was delicious & it came with free pita so we just ate that with the shashuka. We ordered 2 drinks out of which the rose garden drink was really nice but again they were super pricy. We had their Syrian pudding which was yummilicious. It had perfect amount of sweetness & was garnished really well. Ambience is also really nice. Service was a little slow even though the restaurant wasn't that full. I think the staff is pretty new coz they forgot to serve us water & silverware & when reminded for water the server said he would send someone & forgot again coz he wasn't the server assigned for our table🙄 Usually I re-visit restaurants which serve delicious food but I would not visit this place again coz I felt it was ridiculously expensive. We spent $$$ for just 1 dip, 1 main course, 1 dessert & 2 drinks & the quantity also wasn't enough for the main course. I hope they read this review & work on their costing.

Jul 8, 2024
on Google

This restaurant was the absolute best experience I have ever had. All thanks to the AMAZING Khaled who genuinely made me & the girls' night!! Such a caring sweetheart who even brought us a round of shots plus dessert!

Jun 30, 2024
on Google

Juste Wow! Une expérience culinaire incroyable du cocktail au dessert 🥰✨ Belle découverte de la cuisine syro-libanaise! Un service au top! Merci tout particulièrement à Gaëtan & Mathilde pour leur accueil chaleureux 🙏 Vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermés!

Jun 19, 2024
on Google

I never do Google reviews but wasn't a fan at all of the lamb tacos & shrimp dish. Couldn't not have more than 2 bites. Food was nearly inedible. Odd fishy taste for the shrimp & the driest taco I've ever had. Otherwise, dessert was good & so was the beef tartare & dumplings. Surprised due to the high rating

Jan 12, 2024
on Google

5 etoiles d'autant plus qu'on est arrivé avec des attentes (trés) élevés & on n'a pas été déçu! Rou, notre serveur, était de bons conseils & de bonnes compagnie. Le service impecc. Le restaurant etait plein, bonne ambiance & la cuisine surprenante de l'entrée au dessert!

Dec 31, 2023
on Google
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Great restaurant, great food & great staff.
The pancake dessert was amazing!
Would definitely go there again

Dec 25, 2023
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Excellent de A a Z avec mention spéciale au barmaid (desolé mais j'ai oublié son nom) & au chef qui est venu nous parler & nous a offert le dessert. Quelle expérience incroyable!

Dec 3, 2023
via Other
1 Review
4.0

For a new high end restaurant I expected more. Although the food was very flavourful - it was extremely overpriced. 24$ for two small burek cheese rolls? Charging 3$ extra for bread? No tea or have with dessert? Also being a new restaurant that doesn't have many tables- maybe having a manager, owner or chef come by the tables & checkin or ask for feedback or offer a round of drinks or dessert would have been a nice touch. It's too bad because the flavour is there & the place has potential.

Oct 29, 2023
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Presque parfait sauf erreur sur le vin qui a rajouté 40$ sur la facture (20$x2) mais je prends la responsabilité de ne pas avoir fait plus attention. Appellations trop similaires...
Par contre la maison nous a offert 3 desserts exquis en prime, ce qui a été très apprécié par nous 4.
Nous le recommandons & y retournerons!

Oct 16, 2023