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Hayat

Authentic Lebanese and Syrian flavors bring the vibrant heart of the Levant to the Old Port.

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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4.6973 ratings
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on Google4.5 (1400+)
*as of 2026-08-01
4.6973 ratings
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77%
4★
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3★
6%
2★
6%
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Review Summary

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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Abdou
2.0

👎👎👎 Vraiment le mauvais choix 😡

Sep 27, 2024
on Google
Maya
5.0

Super cute place for date night. Amazing Middle East food!

Sep 23, 2024
on Google
John
5.0

Fantastic food & service! Cant go wrong giving this place a shot.

Sep 23, 2024
on Google
Oriette
5.0

Camelia & Khal were amazing!!! Ask for them when you go, they will treat you like a queen!!

Sep 22, 2024
on Google
Meryem
5.0

Un grand 10/10 pour ce restaurant.

Sep 22, 2024
on Google
Rashid
5.0

Great experience

Sep 21, 2024
on Google
Laith
4.0

I visited today for dinner, & overall it was a good experience. The waiter was very friendly, & the seating & atmosphere were excellent. The food was great overall, especially the hummus shawarma, which I really enjoyed! However, we ordered both appetizers & main dishes, but were surprised when everything, including the shish tawook, arrived all at once. This made the shish tawook so dry by the time we got to it. It would have been better if the dishes were served in order. On a positive note, the rice pudding was absolutely delicious!

Sep 21, 2024
on Google
Safaa
3.0

Ambiance au rendez-vous, beaucoup de house méditerranéen qui joue donc c'est un gros plus pour les fanatiques de house. Service impeccable par les serveurs & serveuses. Toutefois, la qualité des plats reste à améliorer malgré la belle présentation, il manque énormément de goût & la cuisine ne rend pas bien hommage à la gastronomie moyen-orientale.

Sep 18, 2024
on Google
Stephanie
3.0

Very mediocre food. Great terrasse

Sep 18, 2024
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Raghda
4.0

Everything we ordered was delicious. We ordered the fattoush salad, fried kibbeh,fried cheese boreg, the fries & the hummus & shawarma(my favourite). Their pistachio ice cream was amazing! Would definitely go back for it again. The seating area outside was very nice & the service was okay (4/5). They did however offer a complimentary dessert for my friend's birthday! & it was halal

Sep 16, 2024
on Google
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