SHAY
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SHAY
Upmarket Lebanese restaurant featuring traditional sharing plates & mains
10 am - 3 pm, 6 pm - 11 pm
| Monday | 5 pm - 10 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 pm - 10 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 pm - 10 pm |
| Thursday | 5 pm - 11 pm |
| Friday | 5 pm - 11 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am - 3 pm, 6 pm - 11 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am - 3 pm, 6 pm - 10 pm |
Brunch:
Sat & Sun: 10am to 3pm
Info & Location
About us
If you’re fortunate enough to have experienced a meal in the Middle East, you know all about their warmth, ambiance and extravagance. Whether it’s on a terrace accompanied by an afternoon tea, or sipping Arak in the evening, the “joie de vivre” can’t be missed.
Having successfully recreated the magic, our chef Joe Awad and his team have put together a menu featuring traditional flavours reimagined with a modern flare.
Our friendly and attentive staff will make you feel as though you’ve walked through the fabric of time to the other side of the world. Prepare your tastebuds, they’re in for an amazing experience!
Our Specialties
Shawarma Philly Steak Sandwiches, Shish Taouk Hoagies & Plant based Impossible kefta burger.
Amenities, services & more
Capacity: 20 We accept: Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac, Mobile Payment, Contactless PaymentMore details
Sat & Sun: 10am to 3pm
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Reviews often mention
brunch(216) recommend(147) highly recommend(72) dishes(72) pancake(70) cocktail(69) lamb(68) drink(66) vibe(60)Page 6 of 62 - 1230 Reviews
Bayane
Une expérience exceptionnelle chez Shay, notamment grâce à Thea !
Thea a été une serveuse remarquable : souriante, attentionnée & très professionnelle du début à la fin. Elle a su nous conseiller avec justesse & a grandement contribué à rendre notre repas encore plus agréable. Un service impeccable qui donne envie de revenir. Merci Thea pour ton accueil chaleureux !View more
Rama
Im not usually a huge fan of the fusion concept but this place pleasantly surprised me! Shoutout to the busser Thea she was really professional :)View more
Julia
Friends suggested this place & it was excellent, from the service to the food. One busser stood out her name was Thea, even from the other busser & the waitress/ waiters. She recommended food & drinks & overall was one of the main reasons why my experience at this restaurant was fantastic.View more
Léna
I came to this place recently to try their dishes & it was so amazing! I had tried their dip Mouhamara & the Lamb Kebab with a friend of mine & it was so delicious. I've been craving them ever since. We also got served by this young beautiful lady called Thea, as I recall. She was so lovely & i hope she will be there the next time I visit!View more
Vanessa
Service attentionné & efficace de Sabrina! Tous les plats que nous avons pris était délicieux & bien présentés. La déco du resto est super belle. Une belle expérience!View more
Akemi
thea made this my best experience in a restaurant, she was so sweet & i hope when i come back she'll be there!! loved the food!! 100% recommend :)View more
Parmis
Fantastic restaurant! The food was impeccable 👌. Extremely kind girl, Thea, helped us pick out the most delicious dishes from the menu, 10/10 experience !View more
Alissende
Really nice place with lovely food, always on my list whenever i'm peckish for something good ! amongst the team, Thea is always willing to help & makes sure the service goes smoothly. Would definitely recommend !!View more
Omar
Went for the first time today for the brunch menu. Highlights were chicken waffle & baklava pancakes !! What we did not like was the fact that they started their tips option at 18% it says alot about the mentality. Even though you have the option on the machine to modify but i mean why not start at the usual 15% ? Specially with the prices being on the higher side compared to other place. Overall i do reccomend :)View more
Rose
Had an amazing service by Omar- the food was delicious, the vibe was amazing.
He genuinely had one of the best service I've had in a long time- was super friendly, explained everything & was ahead of the game in serving us. Would absolutely recommend & be back!View more
Md21
Shay est sans aucun doute le meilleur brunch en ville ! Chaque plat est un véritable régal, avec des ingrédients frais & savoureux. L'ambiance est chaleureuse & accueillante, parfaite pour passer un moment agréable entre amis ou en famille. Le service est impeccable, avec un staff attentionné & sympathique. Les portions sont généreuses & chaque bouchée est un vrai bonheur. Si vous cherchez un brunch de qualité, ne cherchez plus, Shay est l'endroit à ne pas manquer !View more
Xin
This is one of those restaurants we keep going back to, for supper & brunch!
It is middle eastern. Cocktails very tasty.
The brunch is really great as its very different than other'classic' breakfast places with boring eggs. They really put a middle eastern twist to it & superrrr good.
The baklava pancakes are a must to finish off the brunch. Its literally so tasty- a huge portion too.
Brunch seems always packed so best to reserve.
Supper has a wide menu too but everything is good - we have tried almost all their dishes & did not disappoint. Very fun dishes & i believe they update the menu often.
Halloumi with oranges is great. The shawarma hummus & filet mignon are bomb as well. My absolute favorite is the tuna tartare.. it tasty a bit like a Fattoush salad & has crispy pita on top. Texture & taste on point - please try it!
The service & staff are also just fantastic.
They have nice round tables that are cozy & overall their seating is very comfortable.View more
Chris
Amazing place & amazing service. Our server, Dawn, was so professional & very polite. She patiently explained the menu & really made us feel welcome. The baklava pancakes are delicious.View more
Nicole
Fabulous brunch spot! Food was packed with incredible textures & flavor, the cocktails were divine, & those baklava pancakes were to die for. Will definitely be back to try their dinner menu!View more
Melissa
The food was absolutely delicious - flavorful & beautifully presented. What really stood out, though, was the staff. The service was amazing - friendly, attentive, & made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend!View more
Karfala
The service was incredible. We were welcomed by Dom, who did an exceptional job. But what truly left us speechless was the quality of the food. I've been living in Montreal for 21 years, & this was hands down the best Eggs Benedict I've ever had.
Kudos to the chef - amazing work!
Will come back for lunch for sure!!View more
Cynthia
Excellent experience for Brunch & cocktails! 👌🏻 From the unique menu to the explosion of flavors, the exceptional quality of service & staff recommendations. Everything was impeccable. If you're looking for a Middle Eastern inspired fusion cuisine, this is the place to go. Comfortable booths available for small groups, also nice idea for birthday celebrations. Just make sure to reserve in advance! Highlights on the menu: Shakshouka ; Lamb tacos ; Baklava pancakes ✨View more
Tracey
Another amazing birthday dinner. Service was great, food & drinks 🍸🍷outstanding. Grateful for the little extra touches that made us feel special. Definitely returning again soon!View more
Mariam
La nourriture était bonne. Les pancakes incroyables!! Chicken & waffles, une première pour mois j'ai adoré.
Par contre, le cappuccino grosse déception.
Le shawarma lamb coûtait fort l'agneau. Pas ça à quoi je m'attendais, je pensais retrouver les épices du shawarma.
On a été oppressée dès le début sur le timing. Nous précisant qu'on avait une heure. Nos plats sont arriver à 11h40 vers 12h on nous a fait comprendre qu'on allait devoir partir.
L'endroit prend les réservations.
Je vous suggère de réserver pour éviter tout inconvénient.View more
KA
I came on a Wednesday, the guy behind the bar was amazing. Great food & drinks! Highly recommendView more