Mati presents a contemporary take on Mediterranean and Greek culinary traditions, offering a vibrant dining experience rooted in fresh, high-quality ingredients. The menu features innovative interpretations of classic dishes, showcasing a refined approach to familiar flavors with an emphasis on seasonal produce and thoughtful preparation. Guests can anticipate a sophisticated yet approachable atmosphere, ideal for enjoying expertly crafted plates that blend traditional essence with modern culinary artistry. This establishment is recognized for its distinctive approach to Mediterranean cuisine, inviting patrons to discover a compelling fusion of taste and style. The commitment to authentic flavors, presented with a modern sensibility, defines the unique character of Mati.
MATI offers a remarkable dining experience in Old Montreal, celebrated for its authentic, high-quality Greek cuisine and warm, elegant atmosphere. Many visitors highlight the freshness and depth of flavor in signature dishes like the watermelon salad, grilled octopus, and slow-braised lamb. The service is frequently described as exceptional, with attentive and personable staff who contribute significantly to the inviting, family-like environment. While the restaurant is a popular and bustling destination that can occasionally be loud, most guests find the sophisticated menu, excellent cocktail selection, and professional hospitality well worth the visit, making it a highly recommended gem for those seeking a memorable meal.
I was in need of a quick, light bite & ordered their watermelon salad. For a seemingly simple dish it was quite satisfying & full of flavor. I highly recommend it! Indoor & outdoor seating, atmosphere is elevated but not stuffy, washrooms are located downstairs. I hope to come back & explore the rest of their menu!
Just went here yesterday for my husband's birthday lunch & it was amazing, definitely worth the price point, you won't be disappointed for so many reasons. Not only did the decor & ambiance, including Greek Jazz/Folk fusion music transport us to Greece (a country we have vacationed in several times when we lived in France) the authentic food transported us too along with the hospitality of the staff. I kept Google searching the music it was giving me so many memories of our holidays; some songs were so uniquely beautiful. The octopus & Cornish hen were cooked to perfection, the octopus was grilled on cast iron I presume, with perfect char/grilling/texture & the hen was falling off the bone it was so tender, with the skin having just a bit of charring. The keftedes was so delicious & had pickled red onion with this amazing garlic/herb Greek yogurt. The lemon roasted potatoes are some of the best we've had & the gemista (rice) was amazing as well & served in a red pepper, which is traditional. Finished with the watermelon salad as our dessert, it was bursting with flavor as it has honey, pistachios, feta & Greek yogurt making it the perfect end to the meal. We got too full & had to bag up half the meal there was so much food. & when I was walking back from the toilet the manager/our server asked if I wanted the salad boxed up or in the restaurant, because if we wanted it to go he could offer an ice cream scoop to put a sparkler in, which was so sweet. But after asking for his opinion, he told me it's better fresh donc voilà, we ate it sur place with said sparkler so my husband had a proper birthday lunch ending! The manager was amazing helped us make our choices when we were stuck & he's also in charge of the wine menu, would have loved to hear his recommendations as they have real Greek wine, but due to a concussion/brain bruise I am 3 weeks post recovery, so I could not drink alcohol. But their Greek tonic mocktail was delicious & refreshing, served with some pine branches/rosemary. Thank you so much for making my husband's birthday lunch perfect/one to remember ❤?🎊 PS. My husband is French & he stated this is now his favorite restaurant in Montreal, & we've lived here 3 years so we have explored the gastronomy of the city pretty in depth now. Can't wait to return for the wine & more food!
Lors de mon séjour à Montréal, j'ai eu le plaisir de dîner à la Taverne Grecque Máti, sur la rue Saint-Paul, & ce fut une très belle expérience de mon voyage. Je suis arrivé sans réservation après un après-midi passé à visiter des galeries. Le restaurant était bien rempli, mais l'hôtesse m'a poliment accueilli avec une gentillesse remarquable. Elle a vraiment pris le temps de me trouver une table, ce qui m'a immédiatement mis à l'aise. Le service a ensuite été irréprochable. Ma serveuse était professionnelle, attentionnée & chaleureuse, sans jamais en faire trop. Le serveur qui l'assistait était tout aussi aimable. Côté cuisine, un vrai délice ! Ma salade grecque, préparée sans feta selon mon régime végétalien, était fraîche & généreuse. En accompagnement, j'ai également dégusté un poivron farci au riz & aux herbes (Gemista), savoureux & magnifiquement présenté. Le vin qui m'a été conseillé accompagnait parfaitement le repas. J'ai pris mon temps, profitant de chaque bouchée dans une ambiance détendue & agréable. Un détail marquant : le gérant est passé personnellement pour s'assurer que tout allait bien, une attention qui, franchement, fait toute la différence. On sent qu'ici, chaque client compte vraiment. Malheureusement, j'ai oublié de photographier mes plats ce soir-là, mais j'espère que ma description leur rend justice ! Je recommande la Taverne Grecque Máti sans aucune hésitation & j'y retournerai avec grand plaisir lors de ma prochaine visite à Montréal.
This was a fantastic experience. The service was perfect, the food was incredible.
I will definitely go back- specifically for the crispy whole eggplant. What an awesome & creative dish. Keep doing what you're doing!
Super accueil, cuisine de très haut niveau.
Chouette Ambiance. Cadre très agréable.
Seul bémol la climatisation un peu forte, & le volume de la musique qui mériterait d'être moins élevé.
Une expérience dépaysante , a refaire & a conseiller vivement.
An absolute standout culinary discovery stumbled upon during a city exploration.
Service & HospitalityExpert Guidance: The floor team (Eymlina) provided exceptional, practical advice regarding optimal portion sizes.Vegetarian Mastery: She offered tailored recommendations for navigating the plant-based options seamlessly.
Personalized Care: Our server, Eymlina, delivered attentive, flawless hospitality from start to finish.
