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Rumi

Mile-End
4.6$$ & $$$
OPEN11 am - 10 pm
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Valentine's Day: hours might differ
Brunch: Sat & Sun: 11am-3pm.
Middle EasternMoroccanTurkishMediterraneanPersianHalalGrillBrunchCateringTasting Menu

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 Payment

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Sat & Sun: 11am-3pm.
75 seats.
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Food
Service
on Google4.2 (1100+)
*as of 2026-02-14
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Review Summary

Rumi offers a warm, inviting atmosphere with a genuine Middle Eastern vibe, where flavorful mezze and richly spiced main dishes are beautifully presented and generously portioned. Live music, traditional decor, and a charming terrace garden create an immersive setting that many reviewers describe as memorable. The service is consistently described as attentive and friendly, with staff guiding guests through shared plates and a wide range of options that suit families, friends, and couples. While a few notes mention occasional slower service or a dish not meeting expectations, the overall feedback highlights fresh ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and hospitality that makes diners want to return. It is seen as a beloved Montreal dining destination, celebrated for warmth, vibrant flavors, and a welcoming atmosphere that suits both intimate dinners and group gatherings.
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Superbe resto d'Outremont pour une soirée aux goûts du Moyen-Orient. Délicieux 😋

Jan 16, 2024
on Google
via Other
1 Review
4.0

Les repas étaient trop salés lors de nos deux visites dans votre restaurant. Cela dégrade le plaisir gustatif. Cette fois-ci, les entrées que nous avons choisies étaient particulièrement salées.
La nourriture est bonne, cependant nous nous attendions à de la cuisine plus raffinée, correspondant davantage aux prix & au décor.

Jan 1, 2024
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Another great New Year's Eve dinner at Rumi. Thank you.

Jan 1, 2024

Kudos to the chef who showed the absolute bare minimum effort to cook an otherwise delicious menu. Would strongly recommend against it.

Dec 31, 2023
on Google
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Restaurant, ambiance & service exceptionnel! Rallongez vos horaires d'ouverture si possible.

Dec 31, 2023
5.0

We eat here whenever we come to Montreal. The food is delicious, especially the meze (starters): squid, baba ghanoosh, etc. The pudding dessert is heaven!

Dec 28, 2023
on Google
via Other
1 Review
5.0

We eat here whenever we come to Montreal. The food is delicious, especially the meze (starters): squid, baba ghanoosh, etc. The pudding dessert is heaven!

Dec 28, 2023
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Thanks so much for the wonderful food & kind service.

Dec 27, 2023

This place was initially known to be a very good & charming middle eastern restaurants in Montreal. But nowadays is actually a very low quality & very much expensive for what you get. Very disappointing to see how they lost their initial reputation

Dec 26, 2023
on Google
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Merveilleuse soirée; comme toujours!

Dec 22, 2023

Ambiance très chaleureuse & intime, excellent service & bonne nourriture.

Dec 21, 2023
on Google

Ce n'est plus le Rumi que j'ai connu il y quelques années. Le serveur ne connaissait pas son menu ni le type de filet de boeuf offert à 44$. Il n'a même pas demandé la cuisson. Finalement j'ai opté pour le jarret. Quelle déception : un mini jarret noyé sous une sauce sucrée avec une petite portion de riz & de légumes. La soupe était correcte. Il y n' a plus de pain venant avec l'entrée alors nous avons demandé un naan. C'est un naan que l'on trouve dans la plupart des épiceries vendu en paquet. Il était brûlé d'un côté & mi cuit d'un autre. Ce fut d'un embarras! J'avais tellement vanté ce restaurant à ma belle famille & nous sommes sortis déçus.

Dec 18, 2023
on Google
via Other
1 Review
2.0

This place was initially known to be a very good & charming middle eastern restaurants in Montreal. But nowadays is actually a very low quality & very much expensive for what you get. Very disappointing to see how they lost their initial reputation

Dec 18, 2023
5.0

N'essayez surtout pas le café décaféiné, malgré ce qu'ils diront il ne l'est pas. Après deux tentatives j'ai fini par apprendre sans comprendre pourquoi il le passait quand même. :(

Dec 18, 2023

J'adore ce resto, service sympathique & efficace, cuisine délicieuse & savoureuse, belles assiettes, très bon rapport qualité-prix. Je le recommande sans aucune hésitation.

Dec 17, 2023
on Google

J'ai adoré comme à chaque fois tout est toujours parfait. Merci au personnel de Rumi 😊

Dec 10, 2023
on Google
via Other
1 Review
3.0

I've been going to Rumi for over 15 years. I've celebrated birthday & other special occasions. It used to be my go to place for brunch, especially in the summer. However, since the pandemic the quality has gone down quite drastically. I went there last night & I am afraid to say it may be my last time. It is just not anywhere close to being on par with what it was. With the huge selection of excellent restaurants in the city, it doesn't make sense for me to keep going to a place hoping it'll be as good as it once was. It's very unfortunate as I know how hard it has been for restaurants to keep their staff but I just can't spend $120 & walk away so disappointed. Service was good, as usual.

Dec 9, 2023
5.0

Vraiment bon!! super service!! ♥️

Dec 1, 2023
on Google

C'était une première visite mais certainement pas une dernière 😉

Nov 30, 2023
on Google
via Other
1 Review
4.5

Étrange que la table d'hôte ne soit annoncée nulle part dans le menu ou le restaurant...

Nov 30, 2023