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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 11 am
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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%
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on Google4.5 (1400+)
*as of 2026-08-15
4.6988 ratings
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78%
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3★
6%
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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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Katie
5.0

Magnifique expérience, le personnel était génial! Je recommande totalement!! La nourriture était excellente & très beau restaurant chaleureux, je recommande totalement

Jun 6, 2024
on Google
Kimberly
5.0

ROU the best serveur a MTL ! Un amour de restaurant de service & la nourriture un délice ❤️

Jun 6, 2024
on Google
Yazan
5.0

couldn't have imagined a better place

Jun 3, 2024
on Google
Ramez
5.0

Great service, very delicious food.

Jun 3, 2024
on Google
Jessica
5.0

Great food, service & atmosphere, whether seated inside or on terrace. Unique cocktails, chicken cooked to perfection.

Jun 2, 2024
on Google
Ons
5.0

Le restaurant est excellent, offrant un service chaleureux & accueillant. La nourriture y est délicieuse

Jun 2, 2024
on Google
Cléo
5.0

Superbe terrasse , merveilleux accueil! Je recommande

Jun 1, 2024
on Google
Camelia
5.0

Nous avons récemment visité ce restaurant, nous avons eu un service impeccable, la nourriture était très bonne & l'ambiance était très chaleureuse. Si vous êtes de visite à Montréal , je vous conseille fortement de visiter ce très beau restaurant!

Jun 1, 2024
on Google
Julianne
2.0

The best part of the experience was the location. The food, especially the dish sizes, were sub-par for the price - the only satisfactory dish was the hummus shawarma appetizer. We waited quite a bit for the food to come out; I think the waiter forgot our order.

Jun 1, 2024
on Google
Idil
3.0

Food was great, I would definitely go back for the food. The service was really bad, we waited 2 hours to get our food... They definitely need to hire more staff & improve their service quality

Jun 1, 2024
on Google
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