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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$$
OPEN12 pm - 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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4.6994 ratings
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4★
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*as of 2026-09-01
4.6994 ratings
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6%
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Review Summary

Hayat offers an exceptional dining experience that blends authentic Middle Eastern flavors with a modern, upscale touch. Many guests praise the delicious, high-quality dishes, highlighting standouts like the lamb shank, dips, and creative cocktails served in a beautiful, vibrant atmosphere. While experiences can vary, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with numerous reviewers commending the professional, warm, and attentive staff who consistently strive to make every visit memorable. The restaurant is widely considered a top destination in the Old Port, perfect for everything from casual brunches and lively group dinners to romantic date nights and special celebrations.
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Shane
5.0

Really lovely new place in the Old Port. Mix of Syrian & Lebanese cuisine with some Arabic music (most of the time) which was nice. The Fattoush, hummous stood out, but what was really special was their impossible kefta fatteh which was vegan! Amazing to see this as a option. Service was top notch, thanks to Gabriel & everyone there. Will certainly be back

Oct 31, 2023
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1 Review
4.0

For a new high end restaurant I expected more. Although the food was very flavourful - it was extremely overpriced. 24$ for two small burek cheese rolls? Charging 3$ extra for bread? No tea or have with dessert? Also being a new restaurant that doesn't have many tables- maybe having a manager, owner or chef come by the tables & checkin or ask for feedback or offer a round of drinks or dessert would have been a nice touch. It's too bad because the flavour is there & the place has potential.

Oct 29, 2023
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1 Review
3.5

1.Friendly waiter but 0 patience... less than 2mins after we sat in he started to ask us what we want to drink & it felt a rushed service.
2. Same thing for the payment...(mind that we spent almost 400$ on 1 bill) , bill was dropped at our table & we were having dicussions & not on a rush to pay...took him less than 1minute to come with the machine to pay.
4. Prices are overpriced .
5. Food feels fresh & good.
6. We got asked multiple times if we were done with our plates.

Nice experience overall but we feel like a number on a rush. Work on it !

Oct 29, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Some of the best Lebanese food I've had! So fresh, flavourful & amazing ambiance. Thank you for a great night!

Oct 29, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Merci à Gabriel, notre serveur, pour sa gentillesse, son service impeccable & ses bons conseils ! Tout était délicieux & le cadre est très sympa

Oct 29, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Fantastic food & service, good vibes ✨

Oct 28, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Best Syrian restaurant in Montreal !

Oct 27, 2023
Lucia
5.0

Nice place, cozy, loved the decor, the food was exquisite. My favorite was the kafta kebab. Cocktails were nice. Must try if you are around. Recommended to make a reservation.

Oct 25, 2023
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1 Review
3.0

J'ai réservé le pour ma fête. En arrivant, notre table n'était pas prête à leur nous avons attendu à l'entrée. C'est un très beau restaurant, bel ambiance. Le service est rapide, la nourriture correct. La serveuse n'était pas très souriante. Une fois assis on m'informe que nous avons la table pour 2h, ça serait bien de le spécifier lors de la réservation? & pour terminer 2 de nous 3 avons été malade donc je me questionne sur la fraîcheurs des aliments. Je n'y retournerai pas malheureusement.

Oct 23, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Un nouveau venu à découvrir & adopter. Incontournable!
Personnel sympa, attentionné & chaleureux, chef, gérant, serveurs/serveuses & assistant.e.s
Excellente cuisine. Bravo!

Oct 23, 2023
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