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Hayat

Old Montreal
4.6$$
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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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4.6941 ratings
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*as of 2026-07-15
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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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S
5.0

Great service! Chef was able to provide us with all required information! Table service was amazing!!! Thank you very much!!

May 30, 2026
on Google
Claire
4.0

De très bons plats frais & goûteux.
Le service était parfait.
Le café libanais serait un must à ajouter à votre carte.
Nous reviendrons !

May 30, 2026
on Google
Will
5.0

Excellent food. Get the Hayat ice cream.

May 29, 2026
on Google
Amayah
5.0

Hier soir , je suis passée par La Commune & j'ai découvert le Hayat, où j'y ai mangé avec mes amies. J'ai adoré les saveurs, tout particulièrement le chou fleur & tarator. Il y avait un DJ, une très belle ambiance, & le service était vraiment irréprochable. Ma serveuse était très souriante & attentive à nos besoins. Comme j'ai une amie végétarienne, elle a su nous proposer des options alléchantes qui lui convenaient parfaitement. Je reviendrai sans hésiter !

May 25, 2026
on Google
Del
5.0

Par où commencer… L'accueil de tout le personnel a été tout simplement sensationnel. La jeune femme qui nous a servis a rendu notre expérience encore plus agréable grâce à sa gentillesse & son attention. La muhammara est tout simplement incroyable ! Mon mari était ravi de pouvoir se remémorer des souvenirs d'enfance grâce au pot à café turc dans lequel on nous a offert de petites gommes libanaises à la fin de notre passage. Une attention qui a rendu l'expérience encore plus mémorable.

May 25, 2026
on Google
Imane
5.0

I genuinely don't even know where to start because this was probably one of the best restaurant experiences I've ever had in montreal, & I've been to a LOT of restaurants. First of all, the service was absolutely incredible !! Lina, our waitress, is genuinely one of the sweetest people ever ; she made us feel so welcomed & taken care of from beginning to end. You can tell she truly cares about the clients & it honestly made the whole experience even more special !! Gabi, the chef, is just amazing ; not only is the food exceptional, fresh, flavorful, & honestly unforgettable, but the way he treats people says everything about the kind of person he is. He's so generous, attentive, & passionate about what he does ; he makes sure every single person is having the best experience possible. You can genuinely feel the love & care behind everything ! I seriously have zero complaints. The food, the atmosphere, the service, everything was perfect. This place deserves all the success in the world 🤍

May 24, 2026
on Google
Aya
5.0

Beautiful place & good food

May 23, 2026
on Google
Sami
5.0

Toujours le meilleur service de Valérie depuis l'année passé , rien à dire

May 22, 2026
on Google
Dasha
5.0

Hayat was so incredibly delicious! They were so helpful & accommodating when we had a few restrictions/allergies in our group. They also reduced the amount of spice for our child's order.
To top it all off, Chef Gabriel treated our child with a delicious ice cream!
One of, if the best, meals we had on our trip :) Couldn't recommend them enough.

May 22, 2026
on Google
Adnan
5.0

I LOVED the fried eggplant shakshouka! & the baklava pancakes were excellent!

May 17, 2026
on Google
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