Rumi
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About us
Restaurant Rumi offers you a culinary experience of the Silk Road that once crossed Central Asia and the Middle East. A route that linked cities, oases and markets... great traditions, formidable kingdoms.
The Silk Road was also the route of spices, generous in fragrance and flavor. We invite you to be inspired by the spirit of the travelers, merchants and pilgrims who, for centuries, exchanged goods, riches and important cultural elements.
A spirit of discovery and openness.
We aim to create a hospitable atmosphere conducive to meaningful encounters. A setting in which to take the time to restore oneself in the sense of regaining strength and meaning.
As far as possible, our cuisine favors local, organic and sustainable agriculture. All the meat we serve is halal.
We give priority to fresh, local produce.
Our Specialties
Homemade juice, Mezze, Braised lamb, Roast lamb & Middle Eastern brunch.
Amenities, services & more
Capacity: 70 We accept: Master Card, Visa, Interac, Mobile Payment, Contactless PaymentMore details
Sat & Sun: 11am-3pm.
75 seats.
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I ate so well yesterday 😋
I was genuinely surprised by how generous the food portions were. The dishes were flavorful & tasty, with a beautiful balance of sweetness, salt, & seasoning.
The decor & lighting immediately immerse you in the restaurant's traditional ambiance. There were live performers playing traditional music, which made the experience even more special.
We also had the traditional tea service, which left me in awe-it was such a beautiful & intentional moment.
The earthy flavors, generous portions, rich tastes, decor, & music truly transported me into their world & culture. I believe it's Persian, though I wish I had confirmed because the experience was unforgettable.
They absolutely nailed their vision & mission.
Cassie
My friend & I had a fantastic lunch here. The dishes tasted flavourful & unique, while highlighting the ingredient's natural taste. Our favourite was the kefta.
Rafael
I had a wonderful experience at Rumi. The dishes are full of flavor, beautifully presented, & the staff was incredibly kind & attentive throughout the meal.
I highly recommend starting with the appetizers - they're absolutely delicious! The hummus & flatbread were especially fresh & flavorful.
The ambiance is warm & inviting, with a charming decor that adds to the overall experience. If you're looking for a unique & satisfying meal with Middle Eastern influences, this place is a must-visit. I'll definitely be coming back!
Miss
Delicious! In lovely ambience & a beautiful neighbourhood. We had 7 small dishes which was perfect & a great way to try a variety of food. (Also fyi lots of vegetarian choices, some vegan.)
Lil
It was such a wonderful experience to dine at Rumi Restaurant in Montréal! My friend had 3 dishes from the Meze menu, I had the salmon & we enjoyed the homemade ginger drink. The food was so delicious & the service so good. We also enjoyed the music very much, & even had to ask for some new musical recommendations from the tracks that caught our attention (though the volume was very comfortable & not interfering at all with our conversation). We would lone to return here again when back in Montréal! Such a pearl of a restaurant! Thank you!!
Raouf
The food was amazing. The atmosphere was perfect. The service was very slow when it's about the main dishes. Another thing happened is that, I added 5$ tip, however one of the servers didn't like that & he told me politely that here we accept only 10% minimum as a tip. I didn't like that reaction because after all he didn't do anything special & I am free to use my money the way I like.
Gulsum
When I first entered the restaurant, I felt myself in a magical atmosphere. The decoration, the friendly service staff & the food were great. When I first looked at the menu, I had no idea what the food looked like, so I wasn't sure what I should eat.I think the picture of the dishes should appear on the menu, that was the only thing missing, this detail may have missed the attention of the restaurant operator. Still, I guve 5 🌟
Dusan
After many back & forth about how many we were going to be, with kind help from young lady we finally settled in. We ordered 9 different starters , 7 were excellent & 2 forgettable ( fatoush salad bland & mushrooms boring ) another complaint was you have to order pita-naan bread because it's not included with the entrees. Very petty & annoying. Main courses were abundant & excellent. Service through out was outstanding & friendly. We will go back & try other dishes. We all loved the sauces & exotic spices.
Hesham
Very unique Middle Eastern cuisine. Delicious dishes from Morocco, Iraq, & Iran. The appetizers are well-chosen & very tasty. The main plates taste are very unique & the whole experience is a must-try with the lighting, decorations, & Music.
Jessica
Appetizers were decent, but main dishes were way too expensive for what you get. No one was too happy with the main course. I asked for modifications to mine, but none were allowed which makes me think it is not made fresh.
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the place has nice vibes , we had dinner outside the seats were comfortable. We tried HUMMUS & MOUTABLE both were nice. for the main dishes we tried Djaj meshwy , Fiza & almaliki all were nice. I will recommend it for others
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I'm a former cook so more critical than most about food — & I thought the food was really good. Middle Eastern & Moroccan with North American touches — creative, fusion-y, light, plenty of vegetables. The mezze with butternut squash & the Haloumi Rumi were especially tasty — & I suspect my dinner companions would name other dishes. No complaints about the service. Slightly bohemian urban space that worked perfectly for me & my friends.
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Ordered an abundance of meze dishes for a table of 7, to expand variety & increase deliciousness & reduce the strain of individual ordering. Don't forget pots of tea & wine. Plus charming, efficient, friendly service. Great meal.
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One of the best restaurants in Montréal. Fantastic dishes, amazing & refreshing drinks ( mint lemonade perfect in August). Sat outside on beautiful terrace. Peaceful & quiet on Hutchison & Fairmont. Delighted to be there after a long year plus lock down Covid disruption.
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This restaurant has a nice, relaxing ambience, friendly service & a very beautiful interior decoration according to its name, the wonderful poet RUMI. The food is delicious, esspecially if you are into mezze, lamb & mouth-watering rice dishes like me! Plates such as MALIK ("king") are served in an eye-catching oriental manner. The mint tea makes a wonderful dessert (& there are more sweet choices if you have a sweet tooth). There was a mixed laid back crowd eating there, I d say perfect for any occasion whether group, families or couples. The only suggestion as it gets colder is to make sure to close the doors as it was getting really chilly in the evening (terrasse was still open & waiters served inside & outside on this September evening).
I warmly recommend RUMI 💖
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Lovely dinner experience with tasty dishes, excellent cocktails & friendly & professional service. Well priced, good atmosphere, we will be back!
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Attentive & charming service, delicious & abundant dishes, lovely warm setting. 😁.
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This restaurant was a delight, in every way. Visually, it was beautiful & welcoming both inside & out. We sat outside, surrounded by flowers & greenery. The menu was full of delectable possibilities, but we finally decided on lamb (Fez & Sultan dishes) & were amazed at every delicious bite. Truly, a memorable evening & a must-return-to dining experience.
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Awesome tasty dishes. The service was very personable. The decor is very cozy!
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Very cozy neighbourhood restaurant! Excellent lamb dishes, butternut squash & that mixed rice! It reminded me of Persian wedding rice dishes I've tasted in the past. My only complaint is about the size of some appetizers (such as the hummus): quite small for their price. Other than that, excellent, friendly service too.