Mati offre une expérience grecque exceptionnelle avec des plats savoureux et bien maîtrisés, du poulpe grillé aux côtelettes d'agneau en passant par la dorade et une large gamme de mezze, avec des salades remarquables comme la salade de melon d'eau et celle de betteraves et pistaches, dans une ambiance méditerranéenne chaleureuse dans le Vieux-Montréal. Le bar et la carte des vins accompagnent bien les repas et le service est constamment attentif, amical et professionnel, bien que plusieurs visites signalent des heures d'affluence, des surbookings occasionnels et une musique parfois trop forte. Dans l'ensemble, les convives louent des ingrédients frais, des portions généreuses à partager et une exécution culinaire de chef, ce qui fait de Mati une adresse incontournable pour les amateurs de cuisine grecque, même si le prix ou le rythme peuvent varier selon les visites.
This was one of my favourite Greek restaurants in the Montreal - the old manager Billy was great !! However, we left really disappointed our last time. The portion & quality of their dishes have really decreased. The lamb chops were very small, the saganaki was not properly cooked (tasted purely of ouzo) & the octopus was really disappointing in size. It didn't feel like the same restaurant it was a couple of months ago… I will say - service was great & Charlotte was amazing.
I had the lamb chops, Greek salad, & the potatoes. Everything was delicious!! & if you're a small party, I suggest you skip the table & go hang out with Oliver at the bar. He made excellent suggestions of beverages throughout the dinner. Everything paired well with the meal that was on the way. You will not be disappointed
Taverne Grecque Mati in the Old Port of Montreal is a great spot for Greek food. The menu offers an excellent selection of classic Greek dishes, all well prepared & full of flavor. The cocktails are also very good & pair nicely with the food. The restaurant has a cozy, warm atmosphere that makes it perfect for a relaxed evening in the Old Port. Definitely worth a visit.
My daughter booked this restaurant for her husbands birthday
I found the atmosphere nice & we weee seated at a banquette for 6
The music is clubby which is ok but when they played Zorba the Greek Theme it was great
The food overall was very good especially the taramosalata , lamb chops & shisido peppers
My daughter over ordered (daddy was paying )so we had enough for guests to take home
The only negative was the soup which was definitely missing seasoning
We were so lucky to stumble upon this authentic Greek restaurant in Old Montreal! The crispy olives were so delicious that we ordered them three times. 😋 & the homemade hummus served with freshly baked naan was absolutely unforgettable. As someone who really loves Greek food, finding a place like this in Montreal made our trip extra special!🤗
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The day we arrived in Montreal , we discovered this restaurant on our walk back to our hotel. We made a reservation for dinner later that evening. The dinning room is very serene.We shared several dishes, amazing stuffed grape leaves, bright salad with thinly shaved fennel & lamb chops. The whiskey sour does not disappoint. I think it was the best whiskey sour we had on our Montreal trip.There is a good selection of Greek wines as well.
We finished dinner with the Baklava Express drink & the tarte costrade. It was delicious dinner for our first night in Montreal.
Food was very good, nice cozy restaurant. It is a good place to share meals, the Spanakopita was delicious as well as the Greek Sausage! Very heartwarming.
Dining at this Greek restaurant was nothing short of a revelation. From the moment we sat down, we knew we were about to experience something extraordinary, & every course proved us right.
Let's start with the cocktails: their whiskey sour alone could earn this place a cult following. It wasn't just good-it was exceptional. You could actually taste each layer of sourness & balance, perfectly shaken with just the right froth, smooth but with enough kick to remind you why classics never go out of style. If you think you've had a proper whiskey sour before, prepare to have your expectations redefined.
Then came the mezze dips, & what a journey those were. The smoky eggplant was rich & deeply flavored, carrying that rustic earthiness only true slow-roasting can bring. The tzatziki was creamy & refreshing, with just the right lift of garlic & cucumber. Add in the warm, pillowy bread to scoop it all up, & suddenly it's impossible to stop. Every dip was crafted not just as a side dish, but as a statement-balanced, fresh, & brimming with authenticity.
The salads pushed creativity even further. The standout was undoubtedly the watermelon salad-an absolutely brilliant creation. Juicy, vibrant cubes of watermelon laid over a cloud of tangy yogurt, dusted with finely crushed pistachios. The interplay of sweetness, creaminess, crunch, & freshness was nothing short of magical. A dish that looks simple but carries the soul of a chef who knows exactly how to balance contrast & harmony on a plate.
& then-the star of the night-the octopus. I cannot stress enough how life-changing this was. Easily the best octopus I have ever had, anywhere in the world. Perfectly grilled, smoky, yet tender to the bite, paired with capers, slivers of red onion, & a vibrant sauce that tied everything together. This dish was not just well-cooked; it was Michelin-star level artistry. A single bite was enough to make me pause & appreciate the kind of mastery that goes into creating it.
Every dish that came out of the kitchen had a story, & that story was one of passion, skill, & vision. & the mastermind behind it all is Chef Arash. You can taste his genius in the menu-how everything is thoughtfully planned, how flavors aren't just combined but orchestrated. He's not just a chef, he's a true culinary architect, weaving tradition with innovation. It's rare to encounter someone who can elevate classic Greek flavors to this level, but Arash has done it, & done it with elegance.
This isn't just a restaurant; it's a destination for anyone who loves food. A place where every sip, every bite, every dish makes you stop & say, this is special.
Truly, one of the best dining experiences I've had in years. If there were more than five stars, this restaurant & its team would deserve them all.
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Perfect food for a long day. Service was super nice & made sure we had everything we needed. Shared several plates all good but winner winner was the Greek salad enough to share especially if you have other plates such as red pepper chile dip. Yum 😋
The food was decent but some of the dishes were over priced. The Greek salad for example was really over priced. Very small portion & nothing special about it. The octopus on the other hand was perfectly cooked & tasted amazing. We also had the Cornish Hen, highly recommended. Very juicy & perfectly seasoned.
Very good Greek food cooked in a modern way. A well sorted & reasonably priced whine card. Very competent & friendly staff. Nice ambiente without pseudo Greek decoration.
Lovely little restaurant with a delightful staff. Accommodated our party though we had no reservation. Interesting menu, different than your typical American Greek taverna. Great ouzo, feta, olives & pork chops. Highly recommended.
Mati is what happen when you let French trained chefs make Greek food. A+ We had the saginacki with honey, amazing Pappas & an unforgettable pork chop. Running back next time in town.
Best Greek spot in the old port! The food is to die for, the service is impeccable & the atmosphere is cozy & intimate. The waiters were super detail oriented & the manager Billy was the cherry on top! Overall this restaurant is an 11/10 & we will definitely be back :)
Wonderful last meal in Montreal- service was great, food was amazing! Would definitely return & highly recommend! We shared the Greek salad & the pork chop- w/veg of the day which was asparagus- all was delicious! Emylina was great! Everyone was great! Thank you!
