Manti serves traditional Armenian and Mediterranean fare focusing on handcrafted dumplings and authentic spice blends. The menu prioritizes fresh dough filled with seasoned meats or savory vegetarian alternatives that highlight regional culinary techniques. Each plate emphasizes bold textures and aromatic herbs typical of the eastern Mediterranean landscape. Guests encounter a kitchen dedicated to precision in preparation, ensuring consistent results for every dish served. The environment features a straightforward layout suitable for focus on the food rather than complex ceremony. This approach maintains an emphasis on regional classics while providing substantial portions for a direct and honest eating experience. Every meal reflects an adherence to time-honored preparation methods that define this specific intersection of cultural flavor profiles and accessible, high-quality nourishment for the local palate.
Manti is widely regarded as an exceptional dining destination, consistently praised for its high-quality, authentic Lebanese and Armenian cuisine. Many guests highlight the vibrant flavors, fresh ingredients, and beautiful presentation of dishes like the fattoush salad, beef manti, hummus, and kanafeh. While the vast majority of diners describe the atmosphere as elegant, cozy, and welcoming, and the service as professional and attentive, a small number of reviews mention concerns regarding portion sizes relative to price, occasional service delays, or noise levels during busy periods. Despite these isolated points of feedback, the overwhelming consensus reflects a memorable, top-tier culinary experience that keeps customers returning for both brunch and dinner.
'Absolutely amazing experience! The flavours were incredible - everything tasted fresh, vibrant, & made with great quality ingredients. You can really tell care goes into every dish. The freshness stood out from the first bite, & the service made the experience even better. The staff was welcoming, attentive, & made us feel well taken care of. Definitely a place I'll be coming back to & recommending to others!'
From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere reflects a thoughtful balance between elegance & comfort. The service is genuinely friendly & attentive, creating a welcoming environment without feeling rushed or overly formal.
The food is where Manti truly shines. Each dish is beautifully presented, combining traditional flavors with a modern touch. You can tell there is real care in both preparation & execution-everything feels intentional, fresh, & well-crafted. It's the kind of place where the visual presentation matches the quality of the taste.
Cleanliness & attention to detail are evident throughout, reinforcing the sense of a true fine dining experience.
Wishing the entire team continued success-what you are building here is something special.
It is very rare that a restaurant has this kind of effect on me.
For context - I'm from Toronto, I split my time between Toronto & Montreal, & I'm Lebanese/Armenian. My family has been cooking everything from scratch for generations. Because of that, I'm extremely hard to impress when it comes to Lebanese or Armenian food. I almost never prefer restaurant versions over home cooking.
This place? Absolutely phenomenal.
First, the environment. Clean, minimalist, not pretentious, but thoughtfully designed. It's not'high-end' in a flashy way - it's just done right. The service was exceptional. The two servers were attentive without being overbearing. They picked up on details. That level of care genuinely surprised me.
Now the food.
The fattoush was one of the best I've ever had outside of home. Crisp lettuce, super fresh vegetables, perfectly fried pita, & beautiful contrast with pomegranate. I was honestly shocked at how much I loved it.
We ordered kibbeh nayeh (raw kibbeh), which I usually never order outside because we make it fresh at home. It wasn't my mother's - but it was really, really good. That says a lot.
The hummus with kawarma (stewed meat on top) was phenomenal. Paired with the fattoush, it was unreal. I don't think I've ever fallen in love with hummus & meat like that before.
Batata harra - fried spiced potatoes with toum - amazing. My only note is I wish it had a little more heat, but the flavour was excellent.
The manti (beef dumplings with garlic yogurt, dried mint, sumac, & pepper) were some of the best I've had - & I've had them at very traditional spots. Exceptional.
My only wish is for the pita bread to be served warm.
& dessert.
Kanafeh pain perdu. Perfect portion. Crispy, sweet, balanced. The cheese was absolute perfection. 10 out of 10. Truly.
I haven't asked to speak to an owner to compliment them in over 10 years. I did here. The owner looked young - & he should be incredibly proud. With rising costs & declining quality in so many restaurants lately, this place delivered on everything: service, cleanliness, creativity, flavour, execution.
This was an exceptional meal. Truly a 11/10 experience.
The photos & videos honestly don't do it justice. I'll be back - & next time, I'm bringing more people.
What can I say, everything there is so delicious, simply the best middle eastern food with fresh ingredients!
Plus, the staff is very kind & professional. The whole experience is amazing, whether it's for brunch, dinner or to go 😊
We left completely enchanted. From start to finish, every dish was a revelation.
The beef manti was a first for us, each little dumpling perfectly seasoned & bathed in a sauce that was both comforting & complex. The hummus deserves its own standing ovation-silky, rich, & impossibly fresh-& every side dish that arrived at our table complemented the mains harmoniously.
Beyond the food, Manti has a warm, inviting, effortlessly charming atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile-an energy that feels communal without being loud. The decor is elegant yet cozy, with just the right touch of modern flair. It's the perfect spot for a group dinner with friends, where shared plates & good conversation flow effortlessly.
Service was friendly, attentive, & genuinely welcoming.
We ordered a few mezza plates - fattouch, falafel & manti. Manti were dry (not fresh) but reheated with lots of yogurt & dried herbs. Unfortunately the air conditioning was not working so we were most uncomfortable with a sun-warmed room without circulation. Was ok. Hoped it would be better.
Absolutely fantastic experience! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm & inviting. The staff was incredibly friendly & attentive, making sure every detail was perfect. The food was outstanding - fresh, flavorful, & beautifully presented. We tried several dishes, & each one was a delightful surprise. The fattoush salad was a highlight! Prices were reasonable for the quality & service provided. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. We'll definitely be coming back!
My new favourite Armenian/middle eastern restaurant! I tend to be pretty picky with this type of cuisine because i'm middle eastern myself, but Manti is top notch! I've been 3 times already & it consistently delivered delicious fresh food & amazing service (shoutout to Jenny!) They make the best fattoush i've ever had at a restaurant, & just their overall quality in each plate is excellent. Their manti plate is pretty great & it's their specialty, but my favourites are the kebe naye (raw meat), fattoush, hummus kawarma (unbelievable), & their shish taouk sandwich. Also do NOT skip dessert because their baklava ice cream is to die for. I cant recommend this restaurant enough & I will be trying their brunch menu for sure!
After proclaiming our love of Damas to our server at Bloomfield last month, she highly recommended that we try Manti in Laval as the chef used to work there (& it was fresh & delicious & more casual/afforable ... as Damas has gone up in price by literally 115% from when we first started going about 8 years ago!). Although our hopes were high, Manti lived up to them (or, maybe even surpassed in some areas). It was in a strip mall, but had an open, airy, modern, clean-line atmosphere with an exposed kitchen to watch the chefs that made you (almost) feel like you weren't in the burbs. The staff were friendly & efficient. Pretty plates of food were brought to us with wonderful, balanced flavours & enjoyable textures! They brought out the hummus (light & whipped to almost fluffy), pita (funny how I preferred the pieces with grill marks & Mitch preferred the soft pieces), fattoush (as good as Damas,' &, I understand this chef created this one for them)...crunchy squares of toasted pita, sweet bursts of pomegranate seeds, & fresh mint are the highlights of this flavorful traditional salad... the kebbe naye (bulgar beef tartare) was a big hit with us! The texture a rich, silky, fine cut that was molded & served in slices with fine strips of raw onion on top. The quality of the olive oil on top & the freshness of the beef, along with the skill to make this were appreciated by us. We had the crispy fried shrimp served over an apricot habanero sauce that was a nice sweet-spicy balance along with an audible crunch. The only negative we had was, surprising enough, their signature dish, the Manti. They offer two varieties: beef & mushroom. We opted for the former (which was familiar to me in the larger version, mantu). Although the sauce flavours were perfect along with the yogurt & spices (& we agreed would be delicious with grilled lamb or even chicken), we found the dumpling much thicker than we like & the texture to be almost crunchy verses the expected (& desired) steamed al dente I've experienced in Afghani restaurants. Regardless, we had a wonderful experience at Laval's Manti, & are excited that we have a new go-to for casual, delicious, Middle Eastern.
