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 went for brunch & although it was a very packed day at the restaurant, the staff was on its feet & took great care of all the customers. We started with regular coffee & orange juice & then moved to the main course. I had Shakshouka while my partner had the Lamb shawarma eggs Benedict & it was beyond delicious & so filling ❤?! We loved the food & cannot wait to come back & try other items on the menu. Highly recommend this 11/10 restaurant for a hangout with friends UPDATE: Went back for brunch & as always very good food with great service MORE UPDATES: Went for dinner & had the hibiscus cocktail, olives, salmon for appetizers, lamb & beef for the main meal followed by the most incredible French toast with ice cream for dessert ❤?❤? As always wonderful service 😇😇
Digne d'un restaurant TikTok malheureusement: beaucoup d'attentes, & peu de bonnes choses à dire… Tout de suite à notre arrivée, nous nous sommes senties pressées de quitter pour laisser la place (or, nous avions un bloc de 2 heures, de 12h à 14h). Nous avons commandé le pain doré au Nutella & le Makanek Hash (3 fois). Mis-à-part le pain doré au Nutella, nos assiettes sont arrivées froides & en l'espace de 3 minutes entre la commande & le service. Ils ont probablement été préparés d'avance & attendaient dans le réchaud. Heureusement, on nous a resservi les assiettes avec de la nourriture chaude. Petit pépin à notre départ concernant la facture, puisque le prix sur la facture & le montant facturé à la carte de crédit n'était pas le même. Ils ont remboursé la différence. La nourriture était correcte. Le restaurant est très bien décoré par contre.
Mar 17, 2025
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Shay : une cuisine libanaise moderne aux saveurs uniques
Shay propose une expérience culinaire libanaise revisitée avec une touche moderne. Chaque bouchée offrait des saveurs uniques, & les cocktails étaient tout simplement A1, notamment le Dirty Martini, servi avec trois olives - rien de moins !
L'arbre de Tequila Patron a ajouté une note festive avec ses différentes déclinaisons raffinées. Un endroit incontournable pour un brunch gourmand & chic !
Meh! Je qualifierais l'endroit de club brunch. Tu rentres là, la musique est hyper forte, le bar tourne à plein régime & l'endroit est plein à craquer. Vous me direz que c'est bon signe que ce soit plein… j'ai plus vu ça comme un repaire d'influenceurs qu'un lieu paisible pour un brunch du dimanche matin. C'est populaire pcq ça pogne su' les réseaux.
Bouffe très très correcte… les cocktails sont faits à base de jus oasis mais coutent le prix d'un jus frais, le chai latte est fait d'un sirop cheap - paroles du serveur quand on lui a demandé c'était quoi le petit je-ne-sais-quoi qui donnait ce goût particulier au breuvage -. Les pancakes avaient un goût de mélange en boîte… c'est sur que les assiettes ont belle gueule, BREF! 50$ pour un brunch ça devrait pas être in.
Impeccable! Le service est irréprochable, wow. Le serveur Alexis était non seulement poli, il avait une prestance irréprochable. Courtois, & surtout il soutenais le regard des clients avec attention , qul est une TRÈS GRANDE MARQUE DE RESPECT. J'ai adoré. J'ajoute une photo du set up de service de thé individuel, qu'il m'a servi gracieusement.
The food was absolutely amazing! I've been here three times & it never disappoints. The service was spectacular, a huge shoutout to Dom. She was a star! My friends & I were served to well, she's so friendly & sweet. Can't wait to go back soon.
Excellent food (very well-balanced flavours & textures across the dishes), great service (present, warm, & helpful, & also unobtrusive), & lovely atmosphere. Definitely recommend going with a group so you can try more things!
The fattoush, mouhamara, hummus shawarma, & shish taouk were all wonderful.
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Food was cold. We ordered egg benedict with shawarma. The waitress took it back to kitchen & brought new ones but they were still not warm enough. My impression is that they pre-prepare a lot of things so when they put the dishes together , they are cold. Good service though. Lively atmosphere but music a bit too loud 😬
Shay is an absolute gem in Montreal! The food was simply incredible, with every dish bursting with flavor & creativity. The service was outstanding - attentive, friendly, & knowledgeable about the menu. What really impressed me was the music; it was so good that I found myself Shazamming several songs throughout the evening! Overall, I highly recommend Shay for anyone looking to enjoy a fantastic dining experience in Montreal.
service was great, very kind & helpful!
food was impeccable as well, everything was so flavourful, tender, & visually appealing. i
would definitely go back as i was very impressed!
