Shali is a modern Persian BBQ restaurant located in West Island, Montreal, offering authentic Persian flavors in a warm and welcoming setting. Our menu features juicy kebabs, rich stews, and traditional Persian dishes made with high-quality ingredients and a modern approach — all prepared without charcoal for a cleaner, consistent taste. Whether you’re dining in, taking out, or ordering through Uber Eats or DoorDash, we’re here to share the true taste of Persian cuisine in Montreal.
Reviews indicate Shali Restaurant serves authentic Persian cuisine with tender kebabs grilled over charcoal, including koobideh and joojeh, and meat dishes paired with fragrant saffron rice and fresh salads. Portions are generous and prices are reasonable, with a bring your own wine option that adds value. The atmosphere is warm and family friendly, and the staff are described as cordial, attentive, and welcoming, though service can be slower when the place is busy. Reservations are advised for weekend evenings due to high popularity. Desserts and starters receive praise such as barley soup, saffron ice cream, and baklava, and the overall dining experience is described as flavorful and comforting. A few reviews note occasional lapses in service or cleanliness, but the consensus is that Shali stands out as one of the best Persian restaurants in Montreal, especially for kebabs and the overall quality of food.
Honestly, compared to other restaurants, the food didn't taste that special. The koobideh was the only thing that tasted pretty good.
For dessert, we ordered baklava with tea. The tea was really fragrant & tasty, but the baklava was awful - like, so bad that I almost wanted to tell them we didn't want it anymore.
As for the service, the restroom was dirty, which is honestly surprising for an Iranian place. Also, there wasn't even a single napkin on the table, so you had to ask the staff for one.
Overall, I'd give it about a 3 out of 5.
Feb 15, 2026
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I had a great experience at Shali Restaurant. The koobideh kebab was extremely delicious & the food quality was very high. The atmosphere was warm, friendly, & very welcoming. The prices were excellent considering the generous portion sizes. I would definitely recommend this place 🥰
J'ai eu une excellente expérience au restaurant Shali. Le kebab koobideh était vraiment délicieux & la qualité de la nourriture était excellente. L'ambiance était chaleureuse, conviviale & très accueillante. Les prix sont excellents par rapport aux portions généreuses. Je recommande vivement ce restaurant 🍚
Went with three friends & had an amazing meal. The koobideh was insanely juicy-honestly one of the best I've had. All the other skewers were equally impressive: perfectly cooked, full of flavor, & clearly high quality. Great portions & a warm, welcoming vibe. Bonus points for being bring-your-own-wine. Definitely coming back.
Dec 21, 2025
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It was our first time there, & everything was excellent. The staff were very polite, friendly, & well-dressed. It was a cozy place for families, & they offered a variety of dishes, including Persian kebabs. Most of us ordered koobideh kebab, which was very soft & delicious. One of us ordered soltani kebab, & it was also incredibly tender. All the food was very tasty, but I didn't like the rice, & the tahdig (crispy rice) had become soft.
The waiter made an interesting suggestion: instead of a full portion of rice, she offered to serve half rice & half salad, which was a good idea. The soup was also very tasty. The prices were average - neither expensive nor cheap. There were enough parking spaces available. The restroom was clean. The dining area was also clean, the tables were tidy, & everything was neatly set.
I recommend that the restaurant owner provide napkins on the tables to make the setting a bit more elegant, & consider changing the rice. I strongly recommend visiting this place.
