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 1 of 1 - 12 Reviews

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

Ne vous fiez pas aux beaux comme commentaires ! Les lieux sont sympa & la soupe bonne. C'est tout ! Mais ensuite ! Tout est affreux : portion insuffisante (une seule assiette de salade ou de frites pour cinq adultes), le service lent & désordonné, les serveurs ne savent pas à qui va les assiettes r ne comprennent pas quand on leur parle (pourtant nous parlons français anglais & arabe). On choisit les poissons ou fruits de mer avant de manger mais personne ne sait où va nos propres Choix. Le serveur nous apporte (plutôt lance presque sans regarder) les assiettes sans regarder où ! Aucune bonne manière ;(
On a reçu le pain en dernier, les frites avant le tout & aucune attention aux breuvages.
Les portions sont trop maigres pour le prix demandé. La nourriture est sèche car trop cuite & nous avons eu des doutes sur la fraîcheur de l'un de nos trois poissons.
Bref, pas une bonne expérience malgré les 320$ que nous avons payé pour ce repas. (4 soupes, 1 assiette de salade, 1 assiette de frites, 12 crevettes, 15 calmars, 3 poissons, 2 cannettes de Pepsi)
Très très déçus ;(
À ce prix, j'irai dans un restaurant qui sait servir ses clients comme il faut & qui comprend que l'on s'attende à de la qualité de nourriture & de service.

Allez ailleurs ! Vous serez moins navré

J'espère que ce commentaire ne sera effacé car il reflète la réalité de notre expérience

Dec 23, 2025
on Google
5.0

Delicious seafood with bunch of options to choose from. Yasin was very nice & helpful! We were overwhelmed with the options but he put together a mix of very delicious seafood, salad & fries.

Aug 23, 2025
on Google

Wonderfully fresh seafood! The herbs on the fish & the salad were amazing!

Jul 22, 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

Salad was crisp, fresh,& the homemade salad dressing was exquisite. I ordered the grilled salmon & melted in my mouth. I highly recommend this restaurant for the fresh fish, excellent service, & a delightful dining experience.

Jun 21, 2025
on Google

Excellent.
Les poissons & fruits de mer , mais même la salade tout est super, bon mais goûteux en plus, du produits à l assaisonnement & même la cuisson de la pieuvre! Excellent , on retrouve les odeurs & les goûts particuliers de la Méditerranée ! Magique !

May 29, 2025
on Google

Moi & ma copine sommes allés pour une souper pour la première fois au restaurant Zeina. Nous étions accueilli très chaleureusement. J'ai un régime sans sel. Mon repas & salade ont été faites par rapport à mon régime. Le repas était délicieux & le service très efficace. A+++

May 25, 2025
on Google

Food is delicious, service is friendly from Marouane. This Is more a family-styled restaurant. We loved it. Tuna salad & the shrimps are wonderful.

Apr 29, 2025
on Google

The experience here was great!! Friendly atmosphere! The seafood platter & rice, salad, & tea all'hit the spot'!! Thank you!!! I will recommend to others!

Feb 24, 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

Nous avons essayé ce restaurant de quartier pour la première fois ce soir à l'occasion de l'anniversaire à ma mère. Les portions sont très généreuses & la nourriture de première qualité! Ils ont servi aux enfants un jus de mangue frais, & nous nous sommes partagés des plateaux de fruits de mer avec quelques entrées. À essayer : le calamar, la salade, les crevettes, les frites (oui, elles sont vraiment très spéciales), la soupe aux fruits de mer & le jus de mangue. Un grand merci à Monsieur Yasser pour cette belle soirée!

Oct 9, 2024
on Google