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SHAY

Upmarket Lebanese restaurant featuring traditional sharing plates & mains
Griffintown
4.7$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 10 am
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Brunch: Sat & Sun: 10am to 3pm
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About

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!

Details

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 Payment
Sat & Sun: 10am to 3pm

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Review Summary

Shay is widely celebrated for its exceptional Middle Eastern and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, with many diners highlighting the flavorful dips, generous portions, and expertly prepared dishes like the shawarma eggs benedict, lamb, and baklava pancakes. The restaurant offers a chic, cozy, and vibrant atmosphere that makes it a popular destination for both brunch and dinner. Guests consistently praise the warm, professional, and attentive service provided by the staff, who are frequently described as welcoming and genuinely caring. While experiences are overwhelmingly positive, the restaurant remains a top choice for groups and special occasions in Montreal, leaving many eager to return.
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Fjolla
4.0

La nourriture était bonne mais un peu trop salée ! Ambiance très sympa avec un DJ !

Jun 14, 2026
on Google
Adnan
5.0

I was recommended the lamb eggs benedict, some bites tasted great but otherwise I wish I went with my gut & tried the shakshuka. Overall, great food quality!

May 17, 2026
on Google
Brrshup
5.0

The service here is excellent. Everyone is smiley ans friendly. We came for brunch, had the lamb & eggplant.... absolutely delicious. Cant even describe how tasty it was. Then we ordered the pancakes & french toast... huge portion... & excellent. Something about the pistascho baklava & syrup... will def come back

May 17, 2026
on Google
Sherssery
5.0

We visited Shay for a birthday brunch & had an exceptional experience. The ambiance was lively & inviting, & the brunch menu did not disappoint.
What truly stood out was the outstanding service from our waiter, Driss. He was warm, attentive, & engaging, ensuring our table was well taken care of at all times. His service added such a memorable touch to our celebration.

Highly recommend for brunch!

May 2, 2026
on Google
Emmanuella
3.0

Belle découverte! L'ambiance était chaleureuse. La nourriture est délicieuse & le service est impeccable. Mention spéciale à notre serveur Shawn qui a su rehausser notre expérience client.

Apr 29, 2026
on Google
Derrick
5.0

Expérience absolument parfaite du début à la fin ! Un immense merci à Shawn pour son service exceptionnel - à la fois professionnel, chaleureux & vraiment fun. Il a su créer une ambiance détendue tout en restant très attentionné tout au long du repas.

Côté cuisine, rien à redire : chaque plat était un sans-faute, savoureux & parfaitement exécuté. & les cocktails… wow ! Clairement parmi les meilleurs que j'ai goûtés.

Une soirée réussie sur toute la ligne - je recommande sans hésiter & j'ai déjà hâte d'y retourner !

Apr 29, 2026
on Google
Daryl
5.0

Amazing service & incredible food. I had accidentally booked our reservation for the wrong day, but when we showed up a day early with a party of five at 10pm, they accommodated us right away without any issues.

It's clear this restaurant is very well run-everyone was welcoming, attentive, & consistently checked in without being overbearing.

The food was outstanding. We ordered a variety of dishes, & the highlights were the baklava pancakes, the mezze dips, & anything featuring their lamb-absolutely delicious.

A special shoutout to our server, Leyla, who was fantastic & made the experience even better.

Also the playlist at the restaurant was a vibe.

Overall, a great experience at Shay-we'll definitely be back!

Mar 30, 2026
on Google
Jake
5.0

Honestly an amazing place, love the vibe, the ambiance, music & everything having to do with food, would definetly recommend!!

Mar 26, 2026
on Google
Sam
5.0

Gaspard & Anna était incroyable! Le service, l'acceuil & l'ambiance 10/10. Très sympathique & chaleureux. Je reviendrais pour la nourriture ou leur brunch. Shay est une place parfaite pour venir seul ou en groupe au bar!

Mar 21, 2026
on Google
Caroline
5.0

Amazing food, great service & ambiance. Would definitely recommend.

Mar 21, 2026
on Google
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