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Hayat

Old Montreal
4.6$$
OPEN11 am - 11 pm
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Hayat specializes in the preparation of traditional Lebanese and Syrian dishes centered on fresh ingredients and aromatic spices. The menu features a variety of mezze plates, including creamy hummus, smoky baba ghanoush, and crispy falafel that highlight the core flavors of the Levant. Grilled meat platters such as shish tawook and succulent kafta are seasoned with authentic spice blends and served alongside warm, pillowy pita bread. The kitchen emphasizes time-honored techniques to produce hearty stews and vegetable-forward offerings that reflect the regional heritage of the eastern Mediterranean. Diners encounter a space defined by straightforward functional aesthetics and a focus on essential flavors. Every component of the meal represents a commitment to the culinary traditions of Lebanon and Syria through consistent seasoning and quality sourcing in a relaxed, communal setting.

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4.6941 ratings
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Hayat offers an elegant and authentic Mediterranean dining experience in the Old Port, frequently praised for its flavorful dishes like the lamb shank, dips, and signature baklava pancakes. While many patrons highlight the beautiful atmosphere and exceptional, attentive service provided by the staff, others have noted occasional inconsistencies in service speed or portion sizes relative to the price. Despite mixed opinions on value and wait times, the majority of visitors leave with positive impressions, often citing the warm hospitality and vibrant energy as reasons to return.
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Tal
5.0

Best service by Otis!!

Jul 2, 2026
on Google
Soukayna
5.0

S/o Otis for the great service would 100% come back

Jul 2, 2026
on Google
Vanya
5.0

Really good services from Otis 10/10

May 2, 2026
on Google
Mia
5.0

bartender Otis is the BESTTTTT highly recommend coming to see him

Apr 18, 2026
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Zachary
5.0

The bartender Otis was extremely courteous, gave great service!

Apr 18, 2026
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Sydney
5.0

Otis was a great server. Had a lovely time

Apr 8, 2026
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Anna
4.0

Had a lovely time at Hayat last Saturday evening. I was showing a prospective student around the city & chose this restaurant as our final spot to end our tour. We were sat at the bar where the very engaging Otis took great care of us. We ordered dips as starters, which we shared, & honestly I had to cancel my main dish because there was more than enough food to fill us both up. We chose the baba ghanoush & the shawarma & hummus, which was served with two types of fresh bread, & the portions were plentiful. Our cocktails were also delicious. We both stated we would love to come back & try the mains, but we would need to work up a bigger appetite!
The design of the restaurant is lovely & the atmosphere was good. The only hiccup was that when I made our reservation, we only had the bar as an option, however when we arrived the restaurant was almost empty & it did not fill up by the time we left 2.5 hours later. Although our corner seats at the bar were cozy, we would have appreciated the option of booking a table.

Mar 3, 2026
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Romain
5.0

Had an amazing experience, food was exquisite, great portions for sharing, great service & accommodation from Otis & Carrie. Thank you a great night

Feb 15, 2026
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Rojin
5.0

j'ai beaucoup aimé le vibe du restaurant. Meilleur serveur Otis, très bon service 5/5

Feb 6, 2026
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Tania
5.0

Otis, Ceyla & Carrie took great care of me & my team :)

Feb 6, 2026
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