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Poissonnerie & Restaurant Rayan

Authentic Egyptian-style seafood specialties bring the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean to the heart of Montreal.

Côte-des-Neiges
4.1$$
OPEN11 am - 10 pm
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Photo of Poissonnerie & Restaurant Rayan, Côte-des-Neiges - Montreal
Seafood/FishEgyptianFish & ChipsHalalGrillMediterraneanMoroccanMusselsMiddle EasternCatering
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Poissonnerie & Restaurant Rayan operates as a market-style seafood house where the selection of fish is prepared to order. The kitchen emphasizes Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences, serving dishes like grilled tiger shrimp, calamari, and savory potato wedges. Fresh fish is displayed directly for selection, allowing for a personalized preparation tailored to individual preferences. The atmosphere carries a seaside aesthetic that complements the straightforward presentation of the sea-to-table ingredients. Every plate focuses on bold, authentic seasonings and textures, ranging from perfectly charred fillets to crispy fried morsels. The billing process reflects the weight and variety of the chosen items, requiring clarity during the selection phase to understand the final cost of the chosen meal.

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We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac
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5★
59%
4★
15%
3★
7%
2★
14%
1★
5%

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Reviews for Poissonnerie & Restaurant Rayan

Food
Service
on Google3.9 (3100+)
*as of 2026-08-01
5★
59%
4★
15%
3★
7%
2★
14%
1★
5%

Review Summary

Poissonnerie & Restaurant Rayan is widely praised for its exceptionally fresh and delicious seafood, which patrons can personally select and have prepared to their liking in a unique market-style environment. Many long-time visitors and newcomers alike highlight the high quality of dishes like calamari, grilled fish, and shrimp, often comparing the warm, authentic atmosphere to dining in the Middle East. While the culinary experience is consistently rated as top-tier, several guests have raised concerns regarding a lack of transparent pricing, the absence of a menu, and issues with final billing practices, including unexpected service charges or tax discrepancies. Despite these points of contention, the majority of diners appreciate the attentive staff and the overall flavor, making it a popular and frequently recommended destination for seafood enthusiasts in Montreal.
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Good small place to be close & have discussion

Dec 13, 2025
on Google

I used to work in a seafood kitchen so my love i dear. I went for the fish & chips & the fish portion was horrible undercooked & also chewy. Bad portion as well. On top of this when I went to pickup for takeout they had a cash only which of course had an atm even though they had a debit machine. Charge me an extra 3$ to take out cash. Something they could have said on the phone. DO NOT RECOMMEND.

Dec 12, 2025
on Google

Sont pas sérieux c'est marqué ils ferment a 22:00 & il sont fermé a 21:00 j'ai pris 40 min de route 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬

Dec 9, 2025
on Google
5.0

Sans alcool. Familial. Enfants bienvenus. Hospitalité arabe. Comme en bord de Méditerranée, au retour des bateaux, on choisit d'abord ses poissons, fruits de mer en étalage. Ensuite la cuisson & les accompagnements. On passe à la caisse & on attend les plats cuisinés bien chauds. Il y a des tables sur place, mais on peut apportez,si on veut. On y prend goût. Une belle réussite.

Dec 9, 2025
on Google
1.0

Food is good but beware of the men, yes mostly men (or maybe women) working here especially at the cashier. If you pay cash, make sure to check the itemized bill. They automatically include the tip which they won't bother to tell you. When you ask questions, they try to use the'intimidation tactics' so you will stop asking & might give them double the tip (you can, if you want). Just don't stop asking, it's your right. Service waiters were good though, it's best to give them the tip directly, if you want to pay more'tip'.

Dec 8, 2025
on Google

Price has significantly increased & does not worth that much.

Dec 1, 2025
on Google

Really good food & nice service

Nov 30, 2025
on Google
5.0

My favorite sea food place !

Nov 30, 2025
on Google

Rayan is a favourite of mine, I am a regular. It reminds me of being in Egypt where fresh fish has been caught. You pick your fish & let them know how you would like it prepared & seasoned. Our favourites the smelt, shrimps, potatoe wedges & salad. There is bound to be left overs. Portions are generous. The seasoning, textures & freshness are unbeatable.They have sustainable take boxes & paper bags. We were three women & could not eat it all. Served family style. The owner is a delightful Egyptian Canadian gentlemen. The staff, team are helpful. Service is great. The flavours, freshness of our seafood & fish dishes are delicious. I feel as if I am by a seaside restaurant in Alexandria or the Red Sea. With Egyptian music playing in the background. Fun as I would recognise the music!
They have no beer, wine, alcohol nor is it a BYOW.( just like in Egypt). They do have Egyptian soft drinks.
Its always full after 20h00. The diners come diverse backgrounds, just like the neighbourhood & it is just beautiful.

Nov 30, 2025
on Google

If you are a sea food lover, this is your place, whether eastern or western recipes, helpful & clean staff, whenever I visit Montreal, I do not miss this chance to visit Rayan, although I noticed the prices increased a little bit lately, but still, one the best!

Nov 26, 2025
on Google