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!
SHAY delivers a warm, stylish Lebanese dining experience with a lively yet welcoming vibe and consistently attentive service. The menu shines with vibrant, well presented dishes and an array of mezze, lamb, kebabs, and brunch classics like shawarma eggs Benedict and baklava pancakes, all made with fresh ingredients. The brunch and dinner experiences are repeatedly praised for generous portions, bold flavors, and creative twists that honor tradition while feeling modern. The atmosphere, on both the dining floor and the terrace, is frequently described as beautiful and energetic, with knowledgeable staff guiding guests through thoughtful recommendations. Overall, SHAY stands out for reliable quality, standout dishes, and a memorable, friendly guest experience that makes it a go-to for meals with friends or celebrations.
Great experience. We shared the baklava pancakes & falafel latke, both were delicious. Portion of the falafel latke was a bit smaller but the pancakes were huge! Did a side of breakfast potatoes as well which were very tasty. Loved the middle eastern fusion in the dishes!
Mon nouveau brunch spot préféré! D'abord le resto est super beau, la terrasse est magnifique, située au 2e étage & couverte, on peut l'apprécier peu importe la température. Les plats sont délicieux. Tellement savoureux, bien âpretés & TRÈS généreux sur les portions. Les pancakes au baklava sont divins, le pain doré a une texture de rêve, croustillante & tendre & moelleux à la fois. Le service est rapide & courtois. Ça serait bien un peu plus de choix au niveau café (ça semble être plus axé sur les cocktails) & c'est sûr que c'est un peu dispendieux mais pour les portions, c'est raisonnable. J'ai déjà hâte d'y retourne
Jul 28, 2024
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Very nice & pleasant atmosphere. Service was fantastic The baklava pancake was the ultimate favorite!! I will definitely recomend this to others & would absolutely come back even if it is just for the baklava pancakes just for my baklava pancale fix. The eggs benedict was nice I can get this again, had nice slices of lamb in it. The flavours were well balanced & the poached egg was cooked to perfection. The chicken waffle was okay, it is a good dish just not my cup of tea. The taste of fried chicken for me while I apreciate the juiciness & tenderness of the chicken & how perfectly crispy it was on the outside, I could not help the taste of it reminding me of a giant crispy general tao chicken. Which while I like some times, is not something I personally like as a chicken waffle. The maple syrup can be sweeter(would be nice if it were similar to a au pied cochon maple syrup) I think it may elevate the experience.
Really nice classy brunch spot! Service was great. I split the Baklava pancakes & shawarma eggs benedict. 10/10 Presentation 🙂↕️ Pancakes had amazing toppings, the batter itself was solid but nothing special, & cream wasn't too sweet (the syrup on the side was too much for me though). The pomegranate & halloumi on the eggs really made the dish for me 😋 The lamb slices were not the best. Pretty pricey, but I guess that's the name of the brunch game
Went there for a private celebration. Was disappointed at first since when you book online, you have to pay 50$ per person to guarantee the reservation but I was able to make a booking by phone. The place is little bit worn out but we got a nice table. Unfortunately most of the items you see on their social media are not available, so we had to choose from their lunch menu which is somehow limited. However the food presentation & taste are excellent. Some items needed few adjustments but in general, everything was great. The only thing I will go back to have another time is their dessert the baklava pancake something, oh my god , it is from another world( highly recommended) . The service was very good & friendly , in general I will try again. They charged 15$ for parking which I found somehow strange & the kitchen closes at 15:00 but you still can stay in the resto
•Baklava Pancakes •Lamb Reuben Must get every time. That's the best lamb sandwich. My favorite lamb sandwich ever. The baklava pancakes are one of the best pancakes this city has. Probably my 2nd fav pancakes
May 15, 2024
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The baklava pancakes were amazing. The service was awful. I ordered a coffee from 3 different employee, they still didn't bring the right one ? It was the smallest coffee & half of it was in the little plate underneath. They took forever to serve us as well, the good thing is that we were not in a rush. They messed up with our checks
The hype around this restaurant is real! I definitely think it's worth every penny. Not a cheap eat by all means, but absolutely worth the experience. I love the twist they put on Lebanese Classics, as well as their unique menu items. If I could recommend one thing, it is their baklava pancakes! I could not finish it if my life depended on it, but I am so glad I tried it. The staff was also attentive & present. I would definitely recommend this brunch spot to anyone looking for something new & unique!
Overall it is a great place but definitely overrated. I ordered a Shay chai & at first it tasted like a glass of milk. Definitely not worth $10. There was no shot of espresso, chai or caramel mouse as claimed on the menu but when I asked the server to add a bit more chai to it, they remade the drink for me without any issues or without me having to ask for a new drink. The food was delicious & not overly expensive for brunch. We had the Shawarma Benedict, soujouk omelette & the baklava pancakes. The shawarma benedict was amazing, highly recommend & the rest of the dishes were great too. We went on a Saturday at noon & the place is packed, a bit loud as it is anywhere for brunch. I enjoyed it but I've also been to other brunch places that have better coffee/drinks & delicious food!
Mar 9, 2024
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Ma récente expérience de brunch chez Shay à Montréal a été vraiment satisfaisante ! Leur menu propose une variété de plats brunch alléchants qui ont su combler nos attentes. Les plats étaient bien préparés & délicieux. j'ai particulièrement aimé le Saumon Gravlax Bénédictine, Shawarma Bénédictine & le Baklava Pancakes à tomber par terre.
Food was disappointing. The shawarma eggs Benedict was very bland & tasteless. & the baklava pancakes were dry & way too sweet. The cream that was on top has a strange pasty & gummy texture that was very unpleasant.
The food visually looks appealing but the taste & flavors are lacking. Was very disappointed as the menu for brunch was so innovative.
The portions are on the smaller side & I would not recommend the avocado toast (there wasn't much avocado on the bread) but otherwise their breakfast/brunch dishes are unique & flavorful! The best thing on their menu is the Baklava Pancakes, don't leave without trying them!
We had the gravlax appetizer, shakshouka & baklava pancakes. Amazing combination but... The gravlax appetizer was a bit underwhelming. The gravlax by itself was only ok. Very great texture but the seasoning & taste falls a bit flat. Caviar is only ok. I love pistachios & I get the use of pistachio to stay in theme with the restaurant's origin but they add too much crunch in your mouth instead of crispyness. Clunky in mouth. I would do without pistachio but agree with the idea of crispyness so would welcome an alternative. Albeit, the combination labneh, gravlax & cavior is good. It is a fresh app & very gentle for the palate in prep for what comes next. The shakshouka is amazing! After the gentleness of the gravlax, each bite of the shakahouka is like an atomic bomb of flavour in mouth. Super happy. Strong & bold. Spicy. You get the idea. The egg is perfect. Falls apart as soon as it touches the tonge. Delish. The baklava pancakes are ok but not sure where the baklava actually is besides being a garnish & topping? The pancakes are THICK-stick-to-your-palate kind of soft. So if you do not like that then be warned. For a fusion place like Shay I expected a bit more transformation to food (labneh infused with something? Baklava more than just a garnish?) but overall, a GOOD brunch place. I would go back for the shakshouka alone & the boozy coffees.
Dec 16, 2023
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My friends & I went for brunch this morning & we booked in advance. The restaurant had a nice ambiance, & the food was tasty. However, the food arrived at the table cold & I asked the waitress to return all the meals & serve hot. We liked the food presentation, & we ordered Baklava Pancakes, & Shawarma & Eggs Benedict. Overall, I found the food tasty, delicious aside from the fact that The lamb in the Shawarma & Eggs benedict didn't smell good.
This is a great brunch spot! Probably the best brunch I’ve had in Montreal, the I think the best eggs Benedict I’ve had in my life.
- the Shawarma eggs Benedict is a MUST
- the Shakshouka is very very good & fresh & on the lighter side
- the hash (which is tater tot’s with an egg, sausage, & mint sauce) is very heavy. I’d say it’s more of a sharing dish.
- The baklava pancakes are honestly too sweet & the pancake texture isn’t amazing. We shared it 4 ways as a dessert.
- coffee is great
Service & cuisine excellent. Brunch famille & amie. Nous étions au bar. Service impeccable le serveur était aux petits soins. Pancake Baklava une délicieuse découverte.
