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Rumi

Mile-End
4.6$$ & $$$
OPEN11 am - 10 pm
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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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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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Maya is the best waitress ever! Always smiling 🙂 she offers a great service! Food was yummy & I loved my drink! Mint Lemonade miam 😋

Jul 19, 2024
on Google
5.0

The wonderful service by Maya & the great food as always was the perfect recipe for a wonderful evening on the enchanted terasse of Rumi . We will definitely be back !!

Jul 18, 2024
on Google

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 🌟

Jul 17, 2024
on Google

Service très bien en revanche côté cuisine ce n'est vraiment pas à la hauteur & quantités insuffisantes. Le riz pas représentatif du tout de la cuisine syriano libanaise. Je ne recommande pas. Rapport qualité prix mauvais.

Jul 16, 2024
on Google

J' ai beaucoup aimé le caviar d'aubergine & la pastille, ainsi que la limonade à la menthe (!) Le service était super: attentif sans être envahissant.

Jul 13, 2024
on Google

Great food , cute cozy atmosphire with rich flavourfull food

Jul 13, 2024
on Google

We absolutely loveee & adore Rumi! It's been 14 years we've been going there & we made alot of good memories there. Just happy they brought back the old menu & hope they keep & add to it too. We'll be back soon :)

Jul 12, 2024
on Google

After a disastrous experience at the Croissanterie across the street we went to Rumi which has been on my radar for some time. It was excellent. The menu is interesting & broad. There was a shakshuka on the menu with beef & lamb which really hit all the buttons. I ate it slowly just to savour it. My wife had a semolina dish - kouinaffeh - which she adored. Add to it a delicious mint tea & it was a great meal. Service was excellent, atmosphere warm & lovely. The server mentioned pastia for the next time. & we'd be down for a next time for sure.

Jun 29, 2024
on Google

Nous avons été ravis par la cuisine proposée. Nous avons choisi de partager les mezzés chauds & froids, qui étaient à la hauteur du prix annoncé. Le service était rapide. Cependant, nous avons été très surpris par le comportement du serveur. Il a été très accueillant à notre arrivée, mais à la fin de notre expérience, il s'est montré très froid & peu convivial. Il nous a laissés pendant 1h30 sans venir nous voir, & il a été difficile de lui signaler que nous souhaitions commander des desserts. L'expérience culinaire était au rendez-vous, mais nous avons été un peu déçus par l'attitude du serveur. C'était ma deuxième visite , & j'ai été un peu gêné d'avoir emmené mes amis pour cette visite.

Jun 28, 2024
on Google

Service & cuisine excellente. Toutes les viandes sont halal

Jun 28, 2024
on Google

prices have of course sky rocketed since I was last here, more than I was expecting

Jun 23, 2024
on Google

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.

Jun 23, 2024
on Google

Magnifique endroit

Jun 20, 2024
on Google

Cuisine savoureuse, service personnalisé. Ambiance un peu bruyante car il y avait des groupes mais la terrasse était parfaite .

Jun 17, 2024
on Google

Amazing food, awesome staff, & the ambiance was very warm & friendly.

Jun 9, 2024
on Google
5.0

Tasty food & great service.

Jun 5, 2024
on Google
4.5

Belle terrasse! Service sympathique, formats à partager, convivial!

Jun 2, 2024

Went there for lunch & loved the vibe of the place! It is super cozy. We ordered Batingen & grilled squid for appetizer & the Batingnen was average but the grilled squid was yummy! We also got Lassi & Rumi drinks which I liked them both. For the main meal, we got Fez, Kafta & the grilled chicken. The Fez was super delicious & yummy, the Kafta & the grilled chicken was average though. I'm very picky when it comes to rice & they had pretty well cooked saffron rice but the food is certainly over priced. Based on the money you pay & the portion you get I think it deserves a 4 stars.

Jun 2, 2024
on Google

Très bien comme toujours :)

Jun 2, 2024
on Google
5.0

Comme toujours, j'adore cet endroit.

Jun 1, 2024
on Google