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.
Je suis venue manger avec mes amies & les plats étaient juste délicieux !
Le service également était tout simplement parfait. Un grand merci à Maxim qui était au petit soins avec nous.
Je recommande, l'expérience était plus que satisfaisante
The experience was amazing at Hayat. Our server Maxim was a great host, went above & beyond to insure a great service for us. The food was fantastic & every dish from starters to main were delicious & tasted like home. Would recommend to everyone & anyone I know, you should definitely book your important dates & anniversaries & everything in between at Hayat!
Feb 14, 2026
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Wonderful place with really nice food , was obsessed with the Mojito btw! & gotta give it to our boy Otis , really made us feel comfortable , & being my birthday as well , really loved our dinner there , would recommend 100%
Found this place completely on a whim while looking for something a bit healthier, & I'm so glad we ended up here. They're vegetarian-friendly, which was a huge plus. I ordered the fattet batinjan with Impossible meat & it was genuinely incredible, one of those meals you keep thinking about after.
We sat at the bar since we didn't get a table, & honestly the service there was amazing. Kerry was so nice & fun to talk to, which made the whole experience even better. The overall vibe of the place was great-warm, lively, & just a good energy. Everyone in our group loved what they ordered.
Highly recommend saving room for the Syrian ice cream. Absolutely worth it. Would 100% go back.
Je suis allée souper au restaurant Hayat pour mon anniversaire & j'ai passé une excellente soirée ! Le serveur était super sympathique & très attentionné. Les portions sont généreuses, donc je recommande de partager les entrées si vous êtes plusieurs.
Nous avons été agréablement surprises lorsqu'ils nous ont apporté un beau dessert pour mon anniversaire, sans qu'on le demande, une très jolie attention qui a rendu la soirée encore plus spéciale.
Le seul petit bémol : le commis passait très souvent, ce qui faisait qu'on manquait un peu d'intimité. Malgré ça, le service était vraiment excellent, & je retournerai sans hésiter, cette fois-ci avec ma famille pour leur faire découvrir l'endroit. ❤?
Superbe expérience!
La nourriture était excellente avec de bonnes portions en plus du service très aimable.
Mention spéciale à notre serveur Maxim qui a su répondre à tous nos besoins à la table.
Je recommande vivement pour un bon souper!
Jan 17, 2026
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I went for my birthday dinner tonight & had a great experience with Otis. He put my whole table at ease & ensured we were well taken care of. I would definitely recommend if you enjoy an elevated experience with good food.
Nourriture délicieuse & service impeccable. Maxim est d'une grande disponibilité, il est professionnel & rend l'expérience conviviale & agréable par ses conseils & sa présence chaleureuse. Je recommande vivement !
Otis delivered an excellent experience from start to finish. Everything was handled professionally, efficiently, & with great attention to detail. You can tell Otis genuinely cares about quality & customer satisfaction. I would definitely recommend Otis to anyone looking for reliable & high-quality service.
Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish. The service was top-tier, & I especially want to shout out Otis-he went above & beyond. He was professional, friendly, & genuinely cared about making sure everything was perfect. You can tell he takes pride in his work, & it really shows. Because of Otis, this was one of the best customer service experiences I've had in a long time. Highly recommend-ask for Otis if you can!
Jan 2, 2026
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Incredibly delicious food ! The service was amazing, from being greeted at the door, attentive service on water & cleanliness, & the best of all was our server Hajar. She treated us like queens!! Highly recommend a lovely place for the family & date night. You have to try the Baclava pancakes!!!
Nous avons passé un super bon moment dans ce restaurant
J'ai rarement vu une aussi bonne organisation pour la gestion d'un groupe
Nous étions 15 pour un anniversaire
- Commande rapide
- Service rapide
- Les plats étaient chaud & appétissants
Vraiment merci nous reviendrons avec un grand plaisir
Je recommande vivement ✨✨
I just had my bridal shower at Hayat Restaurant, & everything was perfect! The food, décor, & ambiance were amazing, so elegant & beautifully done. A special shoutout to our waitress Hajar, she was absolutely the best! So kind, attentive, & made the whole experience even better. I'll definitely be coming back with my family, & I highly recommend everyone to visit Hayat Restaurant!
Nov 2, 2025
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The food was very well prepared & presented. The service was also top notch. I would highly recommend Hayat for anyone looking for upscale Middle Eastern food.
Our waiter Nathaniel was excellent & very helpful. Food was excellent as one would expect based on the price. Serving size was appropriate. Would definitely recommend.
I have to be honest here & I'm so pleasantly surprised that I found such a delicious breakfast place & not only in Montreal but in old Port of Montreal where there are so many tourist traps! @hayat.montreal I can confidently say is definitely not one of them.
This is the type of breakfast that I personally love filled with bold flavors fresh ingredients & more importantly that Middle Eastern flare I've grew up to love. Both times I was there it was nice enough to sit outside but even their indoor Decor is absolutely beautiful. They really pay an extreme attention to detail but be careful the bees there's a lot of sweet stuff & what they make so there are definitely attracted to it LOL.
The star of the show for me had to be the Chicken Fattet! A dish that I have had before but never as good filled with chickpeas rice tahini yogurt crispy Pita that was once upon on the top but I removed it to put it on the side to really show you the depth & levels of layers along with Walnut crumble & pine nuts. If this is your first time there would definitely recommend getting this dish!
Next we have the Soujouk, which is spiced Armenian sausage & a tomato sauce with some fingerling potatoes garlic aioli & parsley a dish that's a little bit spicy so if you're not used to it that would maybe steer away but if you're ready & up for the challenge this is an absolute Banger as well really flavorful eating with the pita or on its own a standout dish.
I'm happy to say this place has been now two times just isn't as consistent & I can't wait to go back for a third if I'm ever in the area again. Going to be my new breakfast Middle Eastern spot for sure!
It was my first time at Hayat Resturant, I enjoyed the food & the taste combinations between the western & midwestern cuisine. I recommend & I'd like to try more dishes in the future.
