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.
I came here tonight for a bachelorette party dinner. It was my first time here & Anna was amazing. We enjoyed all her recommendations. The food, service & atmosphere are amazing, A+. I'll defiantly be recommending this place to my friends!
Went to Shay with me & my boyfriend for brunch & had a really good time. The food was amazing so was the general ambiance. We aren't from Montreal & our waitress Gaby was super helpful the entire time & even gave us a list of things to do in the city while we're here !
Jul 26, 2025
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Shay is one of my favourite restaurants. We visit Montreal every summer & we always make a point to go to Shay the food & service are amazing. Anna our server tonight was fantastic super knowledgeable & friendly!
From the moment we walked in, everything about this restaurant radiated elegance.
The service was impeccable. Ana out bartender was the sweetest. Food was 10/10 & vibes also.
Went here for brunch & loved the food & flavours. I didn't have to add salt, which is saying something. I didn't love the chicken waffles & my signature drink but everything else was amazing. It's also a great place to people watch as all the hip & stylish are here.
Jul 16, 2025
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OMG!!! I just discovered this restaurant & it's excellent. The food was tasty & we received very soon after ordering. The drinks we ordered was amazing. Big thanks to our waitress/bartender Anna for her sweetness, service & conversation. Make sure to visit. 10/10
Trop cher pour ce que c'est.
Mauvaise gestion des réservations, la table n'était pas prête lorsque nous sommes arrivés, longue attente.
Nous étions une table de 11 pour un anniversaire donc nous avons pris le brunch à 45$.
Le 1er plat était bon mais la suite a été catastrophique (gaufres au poulet, oeufs Bénédicte & pancakes). La gaufre avait le goût de poisson, l'agneau avec les oeufs dégueulasse & les pancakes très secs.
Bref, je n'y remettrai pas les pieds.
I was expecting more. The terrace wasn't as nice as the main floor, although the service was good. For a brunch, you'd typically expect at least a few fruits on the plate-but that wasn't the case. I was surprised to be served such an empty-looking dish. Unfortunately, I didn't really enjoy the taste, even though I'm usually a big fan of shawarma & Lebanese food. Overall, I found the quality & the price didn't match. I don't think I would give it another try.
Jul 10, 2025
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The food & service were great, but the seating was disappointing-despite expecting shade on the balcony (awning was present but not deployed), the group was placed in direct sun. Didn't make a fuss because we had guests, so we moved seats. The online reservation system does not respect privacy: we did not opt-in to marketing when reserving, but we still received a follow-up email asking for feedback. The unsubscribe link appears to be an ad-tracker (blocked by Ublock) which makes it evil spam to me. I left this review directly, not using the ad-tracking link in the email.
Super restaurant pour un repas en famille!
On a passé un très bon moment. La nourriture était excellente, bien assaisonnée, fraîche & de qualité.
Service rapide & pro, aucune attente avec la réservation.
Le restaurant est propre & accueillant.
Je reviendrai sans hésiter !
Went for the 30th birthday of my wife & we got the fix group menu for 75$. 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.
First time going to Shay for dinner & would like to go back for brunch.
Our waitress was super friendly & nice, overall restaurant was very nice & food was great!
