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Sabrina
It's my favorite Lebanese restaurant in town ! Located in the heart of the old port, both the terrace & the interior of the restaurant have a very a very beautiful design & esthetic (ideal for a date). Everything tastes fresh & authentic, & the positions are very generous. It is my second time going to this restaurant au both times the service was perfect & very efficient. I especially recommend this place for all the pistachio lovers out there, it's incorporated in many meals with great taste! I recommend trying the Muhammara, the beef eggplant appetizer & main course, along with their lamb shank!View more
Vinod
Beetroot hummus was fresh & tasty (7.5/10). Soujouk stood out-flavorful & juicy (9/10). Short ribs were tender but needed more depth (7.5/10).
Service was a bit slow but friendly (7.5/10). Good value for Old Port (8/10).
Syrian ice cream was creamy & unique (8/10).
Definitely recommendView more
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The service we received from Valeri was outstanding. She demonstrated great professionalism, attention to detail, & excellent hospitality. We truly appreciated her efforts & highly recommend this place.View more
Chinnu
Amazing food & great service! The staff at Hayat are super friendly - loved everything about this place. Highly recommend!View more
The
Amazing experience! Loved the food everything was excellent. Amazing service. Mika was so sweet. Recommend 100%View more
Lydia
Amazing food! we enjoyed it a lott! Super good & authentic with a touch of western fusion. Valerie was our server & she was super sweet, welcoming & overall anazing service & soirée. Highly recommendView more
Mahdi
Food & service was excellent. I had lamb shawarma with humus & I liked it. I recommend you try the eggplant beef as appetizer & the Sumac smash cocktail.View more
George
The atmosphere was amazing ! They had a sick dj playing while we had a great dinner & drinks! I recommend the dessert & cocktails ill show u :)View more
Nadene
Absolutely everything was perfect with this restaurant. I had gone with my family of 9 last night & Nathaniel was our server. I haven't received such amazing service in a very long time. Thank you for having us again. We will definitely be returning!! I highly recommend the short rib & Baklawa Pancake.View more
Janice
We had the best time here for a late lunch. We had our pups with us & they were so good to let us sit on the patio. The food was excellent. Highly recommend any of the appetizers. Valerie made the experience perfect.View more
Puja
The food was fantastic. Definitely recommend the labneh toast & fattoush salad. The servers were so friendly & they were very accommodating to our dietary restrictions & allergies. It's very pretty & clean on the inside & outside. One of the best Lebanese places we've dined at.View more
Josh
We sat outside & had a party of 7. Our waiter was friendly & was a joy to interact with. We had cocktails & the Beirut beer which were all fantastic. We shared a variety of dishes but the ribs were an absolute delight. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for Lebanese food.View more
Lana
Otis served my friends & I, he did a great job! The manager even came up to our table & greeted us when we were seated. The atmosphere is amazing, would definitely recommend to everyone.View more
Salma
Otis gave us impeccable service! This is what you call proper service à la clientèle, had an amazing time with my friends, definitely recommend.View more
Basel
Hayat truly offers a fantastic dining experience with its great vibe & welcoming atmosphere. The moment we walked in, we felt the positive energy. The highlight of our visit was the exceptional service provided by Valerie. She was incredibly nice & respectful, always approaching our table with a warm smile. Valerie's knowledge of the menu was impressive, & her helpful suggestions made our meal even more enjoyable. The star of the evening was undoubtedly the ribs plate, perfectly complemented by a creamy sauce that left us wanting more. Overall, our experience at Hayat was superb, & we will definitely revisit again. Highly recommend this gem!View more
Sebastian
The nicest terasse in the old port. My friends & I had a great time & cant wait to come back. Highly recommend sharing so you can try everything. The cocktails are amazing & the server Chris really knew his menu & even convinced us to try our first lebanese wine which everyone loved. Cant wait to come backView more
Braedon
Chris took great care of my family & I. Food was great aswell, would 100% recommend to anyone looking for great food & a great time!View more
Maxis
Had the best experience this weekend. Good food & amazing service from Ceila. Try the butterfly drink it's to die for. Would definitely recommend it to friends.View more
Jone
Great Mediterranean fusion menu different than any restaurant you'd find in Montreal. Chef Gaby was super friendly & gave us great pairing tips. The burrata dates appetizer is a must-try - highly recommend this place.View more
Ralph
Amazing spot at the Old Port! The food is succulent & the staff is super friendly & helpful. Exquisite ambience (especially outdoors) - indoors space is very nicely decorated with a classy feel. I highly recommend the burratta with dates in a kaake - super delicious! The tawouk sandwich was next level - easily the best in town! If you're in Montreal, you should definitely try this place out!View more
Sharon
I planned a dinner with some friends & chose this restaurant & it was definitely a great choice the decor of the restaurant is very chic, the service was excellent & they serve amazing cocktails the food was delicious. I had a really great experience & would definitely go back again & recommendView more
Hanna
Went there for my birthday & I was impressed by the level of service & attention received from the staff. The bartendar Khaled made the best cocktails & made my night a memorable one. Food was also delicious, I 100% recommend for a good night out in Old Montreal !View more
Kelly
Visited Hayat this past weekend & had a great time. The food is delicious, service was great. Would highly recommend this place!View more
K
I went to Hayat to celebrate my birthday & I really enjoyed my evening! The service was lovely, they make you feel at home 🤍 the ambiance is cosy & intimate & the food was delicious 👌🏻 I definitely recommend & will come back for sure ☺️View more
via LibroService was impeccable! It was a really amazing dinner & will recommend to our friends & family! Our waiters were 11/10
Nawid
Absolutely delighted with my dining experience at this Syrian-Lebanese restaurant! The ambiance was charming, & the flavors of the dishes transported me to the heart of the Middle East. A special shoutout to our server Rou, whose dynamic & fun service added an extra layer of joy to our meal. Highly recommend this gem for a delightful culinary journey!View more
Kristina
Kal was the most amazing bartender ever!! Would really recommend to come just for him! He treated us like royalty!! Also, food was amazing!! Come here now!!View more
Mohamed
A charming relatively new restaurant with a great modern twist on the Levant cuisine. The place is super ambient & they have great cocktails & food. I really enjoyed the muhamara, fattet bitinjein, kibbe nayye (beef tartare) & the lamb shawarma taco was out of this world. If you have a sweet tooth, I definitely recommend the baklava pancakes, they are to die for!View more
via LibroHighly recommend this new spot for a perfect fusion of Lebanese/Syrian food!
via LibroThe location is really pretty. The service was very attentive. The food full of flavors. Would definitely recommend if you're in old port.