FR
Montreal Restaurants
RestaurantsReviewsArticlesWhat's On

Logo RestoMontreal.ca

Restaurant et Poissonnerie Zeina
Restaurant

Restaurant et Poissonnerie Zeina

Côte-des-Neiges
4.8$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11 am
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
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.

Amenities, services & more

Suggested Articles

5★
87%
4★
7%
3★
1%
2★
5%
1★
0%

The 10 Best Côte-des-Neiges RestaurantsMore

Ermitage

5024 Chemin de la Côte-des-Neiges
(665)

Events NearbyMore

Reviews for Restaurant et Poissonnerie Zeina

Food
Service
on Google4.7 (1000+)
*as of 2026-02-15
5★
87%
4★
7%
3★
1%
2★
5%
1★
0%

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.
Page 2 of 2 - 36 Reviews

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

It's like eating on a Mediterranean beach during a vacation. Fresh fish, well cooked, kind service, good variety, excellent customization. I always try to go there with all my energies.

Mar 31, 2025
on Google

Amazing food & service! Everything is fresh & the price is very reasonable! Special thanks to Marouane who has taken very good care of me. Strongly recommend!

Feb 24, 2025
on Google

Amazing food. You can't find another seafood restaurant in Montreal like this. The food was cooked to perfection, fresh amd very tasty. It's a must try.

Jan 5, 2025
on Google
5.0

Loved the food ! Fresh & tasty ! Will come back again. Service also super nice & warm.. Thank you very much for the pleasant experience - its rare now in Montreal that you can find a good , tasty & healthy food

Dec 26, 2024
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

Looking through the photos from our trip to Montréal, I was reminded that I hadn't left a review for this wonderful little seafood restaurant. We had a very enjoyable lunch here on September 25th. We had a mixed seafood platter with grilled shrimp, fish & vegetables, as well as a separate portion of grilled octopus. The seafood was flavourful in a way that only fresh seafood can be. It was seasoned in such a way as to bring out the fresh flavour without dominating it. It was a pleasure to meet the owner who took good care of us. We will definitely come again if we are ever in Montréal again.

Nov 28, 2024
on Google

So fun! Fastanstic delicious seafood, lovely experience. Yasser served us & was so friendly. Super fresh!

Nov 27, 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

Exceptionally warm, friendly & intent on making you enjoy your meal. Will gladly adapt to your needs. Seafood is fresh & so tasty yet reasonable. A rarity the seafood category which had become so expensive.

Oct 30, 2024
on Google

Fresh seafood at great price. Rare combo but it exist here. I recommend the grilled mackerel. Very friendly staff, family feel

Oct 21, 2024
on Google
5.0

The food is delicious & fresh, the price is reasonable & owner is ver nice, I will definitely recommend this restaurant if you like seafood .

Oct 10, 2024
on Google

Probably the best sea food in Montreal! Yasser made everything so fresh & he made is a feast.

Oct 9, 2024
on Google
5.0

Best fish I have had in Canada. You can choose your (very fresh) fish from the counter & they will expertly grill it on the spot, in my case, beautifully marinaded in garlic & herbs. The vegetables were also beautifully marinaded & very tasty. Extremely friendly, welcoming & relaxed, plus a very good price & great portion. C'est le meilleur poisson que j'ai mangé dans Canada. Beaucoup de l'ail & de goût, c'était fantastiquement qualité de poisson (& de variété). Les gens sont très gentile & génial, & c'est un bon prix!

Oct 7, 2024
on Google

I ordered grilled sea bass. It was so delicious! Their seasoning was amazing & fish was so fresh~ I highly recommend seafood lovers to check out this place. The owner is so friendly & hospitality too. Knowing I'm traveling here & first time trying the restaurant, he gave me a free tea. Such a great experience dining here :)

Oct 7, 2024
on Google