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.
C'était réellement excellent! Super ambiance, service impeccable. Je recommande à 100%, vous ne serez pas déçu!! Coup de coeur pour l'assiette Shish taouk, incroyable !!
Nov 30, 2024
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Très bien, rien à dire. Service, goût, présentation : tout est impeccable. & votre pancake au baklava, mon Dieu, un vrai délice ! Chaque détail est soigné, & l'ambiance ajoute vraiment à l'expérience. Je reviendrai sûrement, & je recommande vivement cet endroit.
Restaurent à recommander j'ai eu une merveilleuse expérience, le service était excellent, l'ambiance a l'aise, la nourriture était très bonne & tout le monde était très gentil & accueillant. J'y retournerais définitivement!
Hayat in Montreal, overlooking the old port waterfront, offers a beautiful dining experience with both outdoor & indoor seating. The fusion of food was so delicious that I could only take two photos before it was all gobbled up. The staff were attentive, & Nathaniel's exceptional service truly stood out. He carefully listened to our preferences & recommended dishes that perfectly suited our tastes. The food quality was outstanding, with generous portions, & the dessert is an absolute must-try! Highly recommended!
I don't usually go to Middle Eastern restaurants (to avoid getting disappointed as a Middle Eastern person). We we were heading to a different restaurant which did not accommodate us so we ended trying to Hayat & they were very welcoming & accommodated us despite being very busy. It probably was one of the best (if not the best) Middle Eastern/Syrian food we had in North America. Everything we ate was great including the eggplant kebab, shish tawook, soujouk, fattoush, shrimp, ice cream, desserts, & others. The portions are good in size. This was not your usual Middle Eastern restaurant. The food presentation was great, & the chef's amazing culinary skills & touch were very clear. The service was great & food arrived quickly, despite being busy. Highly recommended.
Superbe soirée, les plats étaient excellents, les portions très généreuses. Un gros merci a Khaled pour les cocktails personnalisés & l'ambiance chaleureuse. Je recommande sans hésiter ❤️
My husband & I dropped in for a late dinner, & we're so glad we did. Everything-from the atmosphere to the service, food, & drinks-was simply perfect. Nathaniel was our server, & he ensured we had an exceptional experience. He strongly recommended we save room for the baklava pancakes for dessert, & we're thrilled we took his advice. It's easily one of the best desserts we've ever had. This was our final dinner during our weekend in Montreal, & it was probably one of the best meals we had here (which says a lot, considering how much incredible food we've had). We'll definitely be returning on our next visit!
Nous étions un groupe de 6 samedi soir dernier. Avions une table à l'extérieur (la musique est moins forte qu'à l'intérieur). La nourriture était excellente & le service impeccable. Notre serveur Nathaniel était très à l'écoute & très avenant. Nous avons passé une belle soirée & je recommande cet endroit très fortement. Nous y retournons c'est certain!
Merci à notre serveuse Camilia qui nous a donné un service exceptionnel. Excellentes recommandations, tout était délicieux! Merci pour la belle soirée!
Aug 24, 2024
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Absolutely everything was perfect with this restaurant. I had gone with my family of 9 last night & Nathaniel was our server. I haven't received such amazing service in a very long time. Thank you for having us again. We will definitely be returning!! I highly recommend the short rib & Baklawa Pancake.
We had the best time here for a late lunch. We had our pups with us & they were so good to let us sit on the patio. The food was excellent. Highly recommend any of the appetizers. Valerie made the experience perfect.
The food was fantastic. Definitely recommend the labneh toast & fattoush salad. The servers were so friendly & they were very accommodating to our dietary restrictions & allergies. It's very pretty & clean on the inside & outside. One of the best Lebanese places we've dined at.
We sat outside & had a party of 7. Our waiter was friendly & was a joy to interact with. We had cocktails & the Beirut beer which were all fantastic. We shared a variety of dishes but the ribs were an absolute delight. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for Lebanese food.
Aug 18, 2024
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Nous sommes en vacances à Montréal & hier soir mon mari & moi avons eu l'occasion d'essayer votre restaurant & franchement nous sommes incroyablement ravis de cette découverte. Tout était délicieux & un grand merci à notre serveuse Kamila pour son accueil chaleureux & son service hors pair! Je recommande ce restaurant.
KHALEDD !!! You made our day we came all the way from EDMONTON ... unfortunately & we ended up having the best fricken time at this little cute restaurant ! From the min we walked in to when we sat down was just amazing ! He even took the time to have a drink with us recommended places to go which were safe for us group of ladies 35 + haha ( young by heart) but honestly you guys if you EVER come downtown Montreal you need to come here ! The food was perfect as our day food ! Thanks HAYAT
Excellente cuisine! La crème glacée aux pistaches & roses est exquise! Taco shawarma contenait un bout de membrane tendineuse au travers de la viande, mais ce fut le seul tracas culinaire de toute la soirée, le reste était réellement succulent & les saveurs diversifiées & parfumées. La musique était un peu forte en début de soirée. À quelques minutes de marche du musée Pointe-à-Callière. Je recommande, belle expérience, à revisiter!
Otis served my friends & I, he did a great job! The manager even came up to our table & greeted us when we were seated. The atmosphere is amazing, would definitely recommend to everyone.
