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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$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 12 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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4.6988 ratings
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78%
4★
9%
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on Google4.5 (1400+)
*as of 2026-08-15
4.6988 ratings
5★
78%
4★
9%
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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Don
2.0

tourists trap food sucks no taste service is not good & tables & chairs & booths not clean food crumbs all.over the place mixed drinks over powering . 2 ppl $200 plus later . 1h after 2 of us went the Duns & had a better meal for 100

Jul 15, 2024
on Google
Najlaa
3.0

food wasn't top notch, especially the dishes: the braised ribs were full of fat, the minced beef with aubergines was not well cooked, but the starters & dips were good, especially the peppers. The value for money wasn't great either.

Jul 15, 2024
on Google
Nicole
5.0

This place is clean & stylish. The service was top notch & the food was delicious! Real attention to detail but with a relaxed vibe that made us comfortable right away.

Jul 14, 2024
on Google
Salon
5.0

Everything is amazing

Jul 14, 2024
on Google
Shafi
5.0

Ottti 💯💯

Jul 13, 2024
on Google
Jospin
5.0

Great service thanks Otis

Jul 13, 2024
on Google
Marwa
5.0

Les 5 étoileS que j'ai donné c'est vrmt pour la nourriture & mon serveur Gabriel seulement parce que avec l'hôtesse j'ai attendu plus que 20 min avant qu'un serveur vient a la table mais avec Gabriel j'ai trop aimé, il est super gentil je le remercie bcp

Jul 11, 2024
on Google
Yassine
5.0

Tres Belle endroit

Jul 10, 2024
on Google
Jim
4.0

We enjoyed our meal...staff was great especially especially our server (Gabriell). The only part we were a little shocked by was the price. My daughter (8 years old) & I paid $150 for our meal.

Jul 9, 2024
on Google
Anais
5.0

Une très bonne expérience! Le service était agréable & accueillant, le jeune homme était patient & souriant. La nourriture était délicieuse, les portions sont parfaites pour pouvoir partager tout les plats & entrées. Les saveurs sont recherchées & l'équilibre entre elles sont intéressantes. Beaucoup d'options végétariennes. La seule mini déceptions est celle du dessert que j'ai trouvé vraiment sucré & assez cher... Merci le Hayat pour cette jolie soirée.

Jul 9, 2024
on Google
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