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Restaurant et Poissonnerie Zeina
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Restaurant et Poissonnerie Zeina

Côte-des-Neiges
4.8$$
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Restaurant et Poissonnerie Zeina Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
Seafood/FishMiddle Eastern
A MESSAGE FROM THE CHEF - YASSER HELMY Growing up in a country surrounded by one of the world's most beautiful bodies of water, coupled with exquisite Middle Eastern cuisine, developed my passion for cooking and serving the finest seafood. This has driven me on a mission to share my wealth of culinary knowledge through Poissonnerie Zeina. However, I am always learning to be a better chef. I continuously explore new techniques and improve beyond my own expertise, as there is always something new to learn and new horizons to discover.

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Reviews for Restaurant et Poissonnerie Zeina

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Review Summary

Reviews of Zeina highlight exceptionally fresh seafood and a warm, welcoming atmosphere with consistently attentive service. The octopus, shrimp, calamari and grilled fish stand out, often described as tender, flavorful and perfectly cooked, with sauces and herbs earning frequent praise. Diners note generous portions and good value for money, with a variety of plates to share and customizable options that suit different tastes. The Mediterranean and North African influences come through in the preparation and seasoning, contributing to a distinctive, comforting dining experience. The ambiance is casual and family friendly, though some guests mention simple decor and a few inconsistent touches; a few also note that wine is not offered and the restaurant can be a bit bright or busy at peak times. Occasional remarks about cleanliness or lack of air conditioning appear, but they do not overshadow the overall positive impression of fresh seafood and friendly staff. Overall Zeina is regarded as a standout for seafood in Montreal, a reliable spot for a flavorful platter or favorite dishes, with many guests already planning to return.
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It has been really loooong time I had a sea meal that reminded me of the meals I used to have in my mother's coast home city of Tyre (Sour in Arabic).
I ordered a grilled combination plate of 2 types of Fish & 2 types of Shrimps & Calamari & 1 plate of Salad. The food was perfectly delicious.... (& Period !)

Jan 11, 2026
on Google

Very fresh food & very good sauce. The service was excellent & not expensive !
The shrimps & calamari were very good & the owner is very generous!!

Dec 25, 2025
on Google
5.0

We absolutely love this restaurant - the food was excellent & the awesome chef seasoned all his dishes with the most marvelous herbs. The seafood was super fresh & the service was friendly & efficient from start to finish. Ordered the grilled shrimp, grilled dorade fish, fried calamari, seafood platter. All was excellent! What a memorable dining experience!

Dec 24, 2025
on Google

My wife & I enjoyed the calamari, fish & chips, soup, & fresh (actually fresh) mango juice. All delicious & exceptional.

Dec 15, 2025
on Google

Poissonnerie Zeina in Montreal is a seafood lover's dream! 🐟 From perfectly grilled octopus to crispy calamari, everything is fresh & delicious. Thanks to Spectra, I discovered this amazing spot - highly recommend!

Sep 20, 2025
on Google
5.0

I get the calamari when I am in the neighborhood for take out! Love it 😍

Sep 8, 2025
on Google

The best dinner I've had in a long time! Everything was super fresh & service was amazing, make sure to follow chef's suggestions he does not steer you astray! We had octopus, mussels, calamari, few different fish, all was excellent! The potato wedges were amazing! This is a place worth making a special trip for!

Aug 5, 2025
on Google
5.0

I didn't know octopus could taste this good! 🐙 Crispy outside, soft & tender inside - total surprise! I always thought rubbery squid & octopus were normal… until today 😳

Everything was super fresh, & the sauces were unique & delicious. Even the fish & calamari were on point. So simple, but SO good. 100% coming back!

highly highly recommend! Octopus is a must order!!!!!!!!

Ohhh btw it's much cheaper than we expected, so happy hahaha

Jul 19, 2025
on Google
5.0

This restaurant was incredible
The food is literally so fresh & top tier
We had fried calamari which is a HUGE MUST as it's so fresh & crispy to perfection bbq sea bass which was sweet white tender fish & red snapper fried to crispy deliciousness also had sautéed mussels which was buttery garlicky richness lobster was cooked perfectly no regrets & must get the fries & rice & salad as side dishes nowhere else does it best 🫶🏽

Jul 2, 2025
on Google

Best seafood we've tried in Toronto & Montreal. We tried the fried calamari, grilled shrimp, one grilled fish & a fried one & we couldn't decide which one was the best one. Everything was cooked to perfection.
The owner was super friendly & helped us decide on everything.
Can't wait to go back.

Jun 1, 2025
on Google

I will recommend this place, if you like seafood 🦞 this is a great place to visit, fresh seafood & fish, we order fish, calamari & shrimp really good

May 30, 2025
on Google

We stopped by this little seafood restaurant for dinner after a run around Saint Joseph's Oratory. The simple, unpretentious decor instantly reminded us of those hidden, family-run Mediterranean restaurants tucked away in European side streets. We can't help but to feel as if we had been transported to a vacation destination.

The owner was warm & welcoming, inviting us to take a look at the seafood counter. It featured a wide selection, from fish to prawns, mussels, & fresh lobsters. Although there were only two of us, we decided to create our own seafood platter: a lobster, some prawns, calamari, & fries to share. The service was quick, with our fries arriving first. The rest of the seafood followed shortly. Everything was cooked just right, & we were especially relieved that the lobster was tender & not overdone. The portion was perfect as any more & we probably would have struggled to walk out of the restaurant!
To cap off the meal & an amazing evening, the owner kindly offered us some complimentary tea. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience & would gladly return.

May 22, 2025
on Google
5.0

Very good food & seafood was cooked well. We had the grilled octopus, sauted scallops & calamari.

May 9, 2025
on Google

Delicious food!! Full of flavors.
We ordered a salad, Patato Wedges, 2 fishes, Calamaris & shrimps, & had enough for 3 people. This place has a great variety of seafood!

Feb 9, 2025
on Google

The best seafood restaurant in Montreal so far!! Mind blowing food. Grilled octopus was something else. You shouldn't also miss the fried calamari. Very friendly & welcoming staff. Thank you so much guys & keep it up!

Jan 5, 2025
on Google

The grilled vegetables, bbq shrimp & fried calamari were fantastic. The tilapia & sea bass were also good.

Jan 2, 2025
on Google

Wandered in to Zeina based on reviews & didn't know what to expect. Even the reviews can't say enough about how great dinner was for our group! Yassir welcomed us & helped us choose a selection of super fresh seafood. Incredible how fun he made the selection & super helpful with recommendations. That alone would have made our evening. However once the food began arriving at the table, the preparation & quality was fantastic. Honestly we had snapper & bass, calamari, shrimp, lobster, & sardines. Some of it fried some grilled. All excellent. & the vegetables & preparation & presentation. All excellent. If you're looking for the best seafood or a great dining experience, Zeina is your best choice. PS wait staff all great too!

Dec 2, 2024
on Google

5 star service & fresh seafood! Marouane our server was the sweetest making sure that the fish, calamari & shrimp was cooked exactly like we wanted. The Egyptian tea at the end is a must ! Will surely come back again

Nov 8, 2024
on Google