Overall, reviews describe Heni as a beautiful, cozy and elevated spot with a bold Middle Eastern inspired menu, offering innovative dishes, strong wine and cocktail selections, and attentive service. The tasting menu with wine pairings and the bar's cocktails are frequently highlighted for creativity, thoughtful explanations, and great pairings, while the ambiance suits dates, friends, and celebrations. Dishes are praised for their Lebanese and broader Mediterranean influences, artful presentation, and a mix of comforting and daring flavors, with particular notes about bread, dips, and desserts. A few critiques include noise level, uneven pacing or portion size for the price, and occasional missteps in a tasting menu or wine alignment with courses, but many say the overall experience is memorable and worth returning for. The venue is repeatedly described as a standout in Montreal and a must visit for those seeking a unique culinary journey.
Came here during my visit last week to montreal, vibe was great, very friendly staff & amazing food. I'm usually a pretty picky eater but this place had me eating out of my comfort zone & loving it!
A Unique Culinary Journey!!
From the moment we sat down, the service was impeccable, our server's passion & precision in explaining each dish added so much depth to the experience. The food itself was outstanding, blending Middle Eastern & South African influences with fresh, local Quebec ingredients. Every bite felt thoughtful & well-executed, creating a perfect balance of bold flavors & high-quality produce. A truly unique & inspiring culinary experience! I will definitely be coming back.
Mar 5, 2025
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Nous arrivons de notre première expérience chez Heni, ma famille & moi. Tout d'abord, bel accueil & les serveurs sont extraordinaires. Nous avons pris le menu dégustation accord mets vins Noah ( WoW) nous a expliqué l'histoire de chaque vin. & l'explication détaillée de nos plats. Très attentionné m. C'était délicieux & on voit chez lui la passion du pourquoi il est là à rendre notre soirée plus exceptionnelle. Merci Noah & merci à celui aussi qui était avec toi ( super gentil) Luce xx
I think it is ok, but not great if you are looking for a Mediterranean experience. We had tasting menu with alcohol pairings. Service is really great. Cocktails were not to my taste, wines were good, great selection of Lebanese wines which was really nice. Food was a little of a let down, I LOVE Mediterranean food, especially Lebanese & Syrian which have amazing flavours, but the one served at Heni was rather bland. It was still good, but not what I came for. Would recommend for 5a7 style dinner but there are definitely better options for an actual Mediterranean experience.
Everything about this spot was amazing. The wine. The food. The service. Such an incredible experience. We did the tasting menu with the wine pairing, 100% recommended if you're tempted.
Jan 26, 2025
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Partner & I ate here for the NYE tasting menu. The food was delicious & our server was very knowledgeable & helpful. I marked on the reservation that my partner was allergic to shellfish & received a call from the restaurant letting us know that they would make sure it was not an issue with our tasting menu. Highly recommend.
What an incredible way to wrap up 2024! Heni Restaurant absolutely nailed it with their New Year's Eve dinner. Everything-from the food to the service-was flawless. Their creative twist on babaganoush was a revelation: smoky, silky, & packed with unexpected layers of flavor. But the real showstopper? The orange blossom duck. It was tender, fragrant, & hands down one of the best dishes I've had all year. Sasha, our server, was the MVP of the night. He struck the perfect balance between warm & professional, guiding us through the menu like a true pro while making us feel so at ease. Huge kudos to the host & support staff as well-they were friendly, attentive, & kept everything running smoothly. Heni, you gave us a night to remember. Thank you for making our last dinner of 2024 so special. We'll definitely be back in 2025!
On y est allé pour le NYE, le menu était très différent du menu régulier. J'ai été complètement emballé par ce menu festif, servi sur de belles assiettes, bien préparé avec amour passion & délicatesse. Les saveurs , textures, arômes, tout se mariait avec perfection! Noah nous a accueilli avec toute la chaleur & expertise dont il fait preuve. Ils nous a bien conseillé quand le groupe voulait choisir le vin. Ce fut une soirée mémorable!
Jan 1, 2025
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Pretty decor. Excellent service from our server. There was an issue with out order but it was resolved efficiently & satisfyingly. The gaufrette with rhubarb & cardamon was great just a little hard to eat with a spoon. The cheese roll is good if you like to finish off your meal with strong cheeses. Baklava was nicely presented on a heated stone.
Mon expérience au Heni a été décevante. Nous sommes arrivés à l'heure convenue, mais le gérant nous a annoncé que la table n'était pas prête & nous a demandé d'attendre au bar au sous-sol. Nous avons consommé en attendant, & après 45 minutes, nous sommes remonté en espérant que la table soit enfin disponible. On nous explique alors qu'on nous a oublié mais qu'une table devrait se libérer rapidement. Nous avons dû attendre encore 15 minutes supplémentaires avant de finalement avoir une table. Aucun geste commercial n'a été proposé, malgré les 60 dollars que nous avons dépensés pour 3 consommations au bar pendant cette longue attente d'une heure. C'est regrettable pour un établissement qui se veut de qualité. La nourriture était bonne mais pas exceptionnelle, & les portions étaient un peu juste. La serveuse nous a offert un bon service, je tiens quand même à le souligner.
Definitely one of the best additions to the neighbourhood in a while. The tasting menu was impressive, the wine was amazing, & the dessert was stunning. Tens across the board.
Nov 22, 2024
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The tasting menu was fun & everything tasted pretty good. It's very loud though & the service felt a bit rushed at times. Wouldn't go if you're planning on having a conversation with whoever you're going with.
We went for MTL a Table & while the service was friendly, we were a bit disappointed with the food. The portions were not that big (especially the frikkeh, which was unbelievably small). Dishes were hit or miss for us. We didn't really like the kibbeh nayeh (raw beef) but we liked the kask-e bademjam (eggplant). The side dishes were good. We particularly liked the halloumi & potato one. The dessert was also good.
I loved my experience at Heni so much that it might have became one of my favorite spot in the city ! I went there for the Montreal a table menu, & everything was absolutely delicious & so flavorful. For the appetizer falafel to the dessert! & the knowledge & passion of the staff only contributed to make the experience even nice
Dans le cadre de Mtl a table, donc bon rapport qualité prix Les plats étaient très bon mais rien de particulierement « extraordinaires » en ce qui me concerne. Serveur super gentil & attentif, quoi que personne ne repassait souvent entre 2 plats (ex pour de l'eau ou pour qu'on pose une question) Chaises très basse, j'avais l'impression que mon amie en face de moi sur la banquette avait 2 têtes de plus que moi ; mais le serveur nous a dit qu'ils sont en processus de les changer. Le chef « gueule » un peu lorsque les plats sont faits, pas super agréable quand la table est proche de (ce que je crois être) la cuisine. Très beau décor, bel endroit.
