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SHAY

Upmarket Lebanese restaurant featuring traditional sharing plates & mains
Griffintown
4.7$$ & $$$
OPEN10 am - 3 pm, 6 pm - 11 pm
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Brunch: Sat & Sun: 10am to 3pm
Middle EasternLebaneseMediterraneanGrillVegetarianSeafood/FishKebabBrunch
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About

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!

Details

Our Specialties

Shawarma Philly Steak Sandwiches, Shish Taouk Hoagies & Plant based Impossible kefta burger.

Amenities, services & more

Capacity: 20 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac, Mobile Payment, Contactless Payment
Sat & Sun: 10am to 3pm

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Review Summary

Shay is widely celebrated for its exceptional Middle Eastern and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, with many diners highlighting the flavorful dips, generous portions, and expertly prepared dishes like the shawarma eggs benedict, lamb, and baklava pancakes. The restaurant offers a chic, cozy, and vibrant atmosphere that makes it a popular destination for both brunch and dinner. Guests consistently praise the warm, professional, and attentive service provided by the staff, who are frequently described as welcoming and genuinely caring. While experiences are overwhelmingly positive, the restaurant remains a top choice for groups and special occasions in Montreal, leaving many eager to return.
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Jessica
5.0

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!

Sep 7, 2025
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Malinda
5.0

Anna gave an impeccable service! Super friendly, accommodating & makes you feel comfortable. Great food,drinks & ambiance!

Sep 6, 2025
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Ammar
5.0

Our brunch here was amazing! We had both benedicts & the felafel latke, which were fresh & flavourful.

The service was also incredible, Shawn took great care of us & was very attentive. Would definitely recommend!

Sep 6, 2025
on Google
Kuneco
5.0

Shawn c'est vraiment le meilleur serveur au monde! Super service & la nourriture excellente :)

Sep 6, 2025
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Carolane
5.0

Shawn was the best server ever, get that bottle girl!! Tu as fais notre journée :)

Sep 6, 2025
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Lino
4.0

Food & service was good, really enjoyed it however my only comment is that you should let the customers know at the time of the reservation if they will be seated on the terrace. The terrace although nice it lacks ambience, doesn't compare to the inside.

Sep 4, 2025
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Avy-Loren
3.0

Atmosphere was lovely. Music was way too loud.
Seating is very comfortable & the place is very clean.

Service is nice & Rachelle the manager is one of the best restaurant managers I have had the pleasure to experience. She is exceptionally professional & superbly customer centric.

Food. The appetizers were excellent from the awesome olives to the hot pita wedges.
The French fries are said to be home made. I do not believe this to be true as they did not have the texture or finish of a freshly crust home fried potato. They were dry & tasteless. I had to send back. At $11 way over priced.
The hounds lamb was not worth the price nor tasty. The humous was good, but the lamb had lots of fat, very greasy, chewy like bubble gum, & overall we left most of it over as it was not pleasant to eat.
The chicken kebab was dry & over cooked & lacked seasoning. The roasted patsies were excellent. The sauce was great but surprised it was made of mayonnaise.

Not a place I would return to. Much better elsewhere.

Sep 4, 2025
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Stefanie
5.0

YUMMY!! Nous étions trois & avons partagé 4 assiettes pour le déjeuner ! OMG! DELICIOUS! La crêpe aux pistaches est INCROYABLE! le gravlax de saumon aussi !!! Le resto est super mignon, bien situé & le service était impeccable, je ne me rappelle pas de son nom mais le gars au bar était super gentil !!! Merci ! J'y retourne c'est sûre!

Sep 3, 2025
on Google
Caroline
5.0

We had a delicious dinner on the covered patio last Saturday & Alexis provided excellent service throughout the meal. Loved all our dishes - the flavours were wonderful. Favourites were the brussel sprouts, heirloom Beets on a bed of labneh, & artichokes!

Sep 2, 2025
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Tessa
2.0

Very much overrated. Love Lebanese food but nothing tasted authentic…

Sep 1, 2025
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