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.
The dining experience at Rumi blends warm ambiance, generous portions, and a rich mosaic of Middle Eastern flavors that many reviewers describe as authentic and inviting. Dishes like mezze and mains are praised for their depth, with several notes on fresh ingredients, thoughtful seasoning, and creative twists that still honor tradition. Service is repeatedly described as attentive and friendly, with a welcoming atmosphere and occasional live music that enhances the mood. The terrace, decor, and overall value receive frequent compliments, making it a favorite for family gatherings, celebrations, and casual dinners alike.
Rumi is one of my favourite restaurants in Montréal. The decor is warm & inviting, the service impeccable & the food is always so flavourful & delicious.
We used to visit Rumi every so often before Covid & loved their brunch. We came recently to see that their menu has changed. The food is not as tasty as before. Naan break is even worse than store bought. So sad.
C'est intime, chaleureux. Parfait pour un souper en amoureux ou entre amis. Les plats sont réconfortants & très goûteux. Les prix raisonnables. La pastilla était malheureusement non disponible le soir que nous y avons été, mais nous avons pu trouver d'autres options toutes aussi délicieuses.
I visited Rumi with my partner to celebrate our first anniversary - the decor was mesmerizing however, the food let me down tremendously. As a vegetarian, I ordered the one main that they offered - Khudra. To my surprise, it was a weak broth with boiled vegetables & Jerusalem couscous. It lacked flavour & it was definitely not something that I would expect to eat at restaurant of Rumi's stature. The dish wasn't described on the menu or explained by our server & with Khudra being my only option, I had nothing else to choose from but that. I would expect the restaurant to serve a decent vegetarian main or if Khudra was something that they wanted to incorporate in their menu as it is tradional, have something else that is vegetarian as an option because broth & boiled veggies is not something anyone would expect or like to eat at a restaurant. Rumi should also not label itself as a veggie friendly place because if you have only one vegetarian option in mains, it is not truly an option. It is the only thing that can be ordered. Very disappointed to have spent a special evening here. Spent so much money for food that honestly could've been thrown together at home in 10 mins.
Nous aimons beaucoup votre cuisine, mais les plats principaux étaient accompagnés d'un riz qui goutait l'eau de Javel très fortement. Nous ne l'avons d'ailleurs pas mangé. Vos meilleurs plats sont les mézés.
Service très courtois & sympathique. Il manquait l'ambiance de musique ottomane qui aurait donné au restaurant une dimension plus adéquate du thème Rumi. Nos remerciements à l'équipe & ai serveur.
Pour moi c'est un score parfait, j'y suis allé à plusieurs reprises & je n'ai jamais été déçu. Le service est excellent & la nourriture aussi, un endroit à découvrir.
