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.
We were visiting Montreal from Toronto as part of our Boozy Brunch Club shenanigans & made a reservation at this fine establishment. The brunch over-delivered on every part of our experience starting with our server Esme. Her energy, attentiveness, & food & drink recommendations were spot on for what we were looking for. We started with the baklava expresso martinis with the Aubergine Moutabbal & the Figs & Halloumi. We then moved to Caesars & Mimosas with the Falafel Latkas & Omelette Soujouk. We finished our visit with another round of baklava expresso martinis with the OMG Baklava Pancakes. The restaurant had an amazing atmosphere with very good & positive vibes & set the tone for the rest of our day. If you are looking for an exceptional brunch spot we would definitely recommend Shay as a destination. Until we meet again...
We had a wonderful dinner at Shay. The drinks were good - I especially loved the Tipsy Gypsy & the Habibi Rita. The Shehzadi's Summer was okay, but nothing special, more like a classic Aperol.
Food-wise, everything was beautifully presented & flavorful. My husband absolutely loved the Mouhamara, & we all couldn't get enough of the Batata Barra potatoes - definitely a must-try! The Armenian Kebab & Shish Taouk were both delicious.
The only disappointment was the Habibi Fried Rice, which unfortunately nobody at the table enjoyed.
I'd recommend sitting indoors - the outdoor seating just doesn't compare.
Overall, Shay is a fantastic spot for modern Lebanese food in Montréal, & we'll definitely be back!
Sep 7, 2025
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We went to Shay for my friends' bachelorette & the service, food & staff were beyond exceptional. I can't recommend this place enough for yummy drinks & brunch. The set menu was incredible too for $45/person. Thank you, Shay for the wonderful time!
Overall had an amazing experience, im visiting from Toronto to see a couple of buddies & this was one of the locations they've made me visit in my time here & let me tell you it was fantastic. I had chicken n waffles great experience great waiter, & great food yummers!!! 😝👅il definitely be coming back here if I ever make my way back to Montreal. Highly recommend this location to any other tourist in the area
Anne was an amazing waitress. She suggested some of the best food to us & was super kind. I highly recommend their lamb kebab & their roasted red pepper dip. Also, try their baklava tiramisu.
Aug 16, 2025
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I've been to this restaurant many times now & today I got served by Sabrina & the quality of her service is what prompted me to write this google review: she was very attentive to our table, always making sure we're not missing anything & even managed to get us places on the terrace even though it was pretty full. I wish every restaurants had service like that. Highly recommended if you like trying different cuisine whilst having a good experience.
Everything at SHAY was amazing! The food, the atmosphere & the service were all great. Gaby was amazing & so friendly & accommodating! Would recommend this restaurant to everyone!
Went for the 30th birthday of my wife & we got the fix group menu for 75$. Rachel & the servers took great care of us. The food was amazing & so was the service.The lamb chops & steak were amazing.
I highly recommend if you want to celebrate an event with friends & are looking for good atomsphere & great food.
The concierge at our hotel, the Fairmont, Queen Elizabeth, recommended this restaurant. We were not disappointed! We had a wonderful meal with numerous menu options to choose from.
The most enjoyable part of our evening was our server, Anthony, who was a delight! He kept us entertained & spent quite a bit of time with us explaining all the varied dishes on the menu. We so enjoyed our evening & he was one of the reasons why.
Thank you so much to the staff at Shay & especially Anthony. It was a wonderful experience.
Nancy & Bill Harland
Nevada, USA
Amazing food & service! We had the Fattet Batenjen & Hummus Shawarma to start - both were absolutely delicious. I had the Musakhan as my main dish, & it was full of flavor & beautifully done. Big thanks to Max, our kind & attentive waiter. Highly recommend!
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L'intérieur est beau & invitant, & la bonne musique chaleureuse rajoute sa note à l'ambiance.
Ayant pris un bon déjeuner ce matin-là, je ne voulais pas manger des oeufs à nouveau, donc la crêpe à la baklava & pistaches. Délicieux!
Le service, quoique les deux serveuses étaient sympathiques, souriantes, il y avait un peu de confusion au moment de payer avec des erreurs sur les factures, qui s'est réglée au final. C'est probablement singulier comme expérience & non habituel, par contre, ce fut l'expérience de mon groupe. Mais. Point d'un point de vue général, je vais définitivement y retourner! Je recommande!
