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.
our group of four was seated fast on a saturday night with no reso, amazing food, great tunes & wonderful attentive service from Anna. love this spot. the toum is next level.
Belles assiettes mais beaucoup de mouches sur la terrasse...Les mouches sont arrivés en équipe ...sur mon plat ...(j'ai pu manger que la moitié)
Un cheveux est arriver avec l'assiette de mon ami....mais sinon niveau goût c'était bien...
Aug 23, 2025
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The atmosphere, the food, the service; all were amazing! Ana left us with such a memorable night of fun & great service, especially that we were celebrating a special occasion.
I love that pomegranate was incorporated in many dishes which is often forgotten in Lebanese cuisine here. The halloumi & dates, kibbeh naye, lamb kebab are a must to try! Can't miss on the refreshing fattoush as well.
I'm excited to return to try their brunch & others dishes as well.
Shay is always great food, & great service, but my last experience at shay Shawn was our waiter & he effortlessly went above & beyond to make our brunch the best it could possibly be.
Anna was an incredible bartender! She was so personable & sweet, & her great service really stood out. She made everyone feel welcome, took the time to connect with us, & had a positive energy that made the whole experience even better. On top of that, she was quick, attentive, & made fantastic drinks. Truly amazing all around-I would absolutely come back just for her!
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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We were visiting in Montreal, & tried this restaurant. I would say it doesn't meet the expectations.
There were three of us, & we tried the tasting menu. I would say the food tastes good. We couldn't finish it, so we took out the leftover, & I found some paper in the take out ground beef the other day, which is disappointing.
The service was great.
The worst thing to me is that, the restaurant was not clean. When we were having dinner, we had to keep waving our hands to get rid of the small flies around the table & the food. There were 3-4 of them. & it's so annoying. We ended up spent $350 for that dinner, & those flies are not quite often to see in a restaurant like this. We are not eating hot dogs by a dirty street right.
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.
