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SHAY

Upmarket Lebanese restaurant featuring traditional sharing plates & mains
Griffintown
4.7$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 5 pm
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Brunch: Sat & Sun: 10am to 3pm
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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 offers a vibrant and sophisticated dining experience that has become a go-to spot in Montreal for both brunch and dinner. Guests frequently praise the restaurant for its fresh, flavorful Middle Eastern and Lebanese-inspired dishes, highlighting favorites like the Armenian kebab, shawarma eggs benedict, and creative pancakes. The atmosphere is consistently described as chic, warm, and inviting, making it a perfect destination for date nights, celebrations, or gatherings with friends. While the service is widely noted for being exceptional, attentive, and friendly, the overall experience is consistently elevated by a dedicated staff that goes above and beyond to ensure a memorable visit.
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Sébastien
5.0

Mon souper chez Shay a été vraiment agréable. Premièrement, nous avons été bien servis par Raphaël, qui a fait un excellent travail pour qu'on passe une soirée agréable. Notre repas a commencé avec quelques mezzes: hummus, muhammara & falafels. Le hummus & le muhammaras étaient très goûteux & étaient accompagnés de pitas grillés. Les falafels étaient copieux & bien assaisonnés. Pour le plat principal, nous avons commandé le shish taouk, le fattet batenjen & des kebabs arméniens. Tout était excellent. Finalement, les vins & cocktails étaient bons. Bref, un cinq étoiles bien mérité 😉

May 31, 2026
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Lisamarie
5.0

Absolutely fantastic experience every time! The food is consistently amazing-fresh, flavorful, & beautifully prepared. The service is equally outstanding, with a welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.

A special mention to Aboudi, who is always a pleasure to deal with. Professional, attentive, & genuinely caring, he goes above & beyond to ensure every visit is enjoyable. It's rare to find such excellent food & service all in one place. Highly recommend!

May 29, 2026
on Google
Omar
5.0

Excellent food, cocktails & atmosphere with amazing service. A hidden jem!

May 29, 2026
on Google
Farid
5.0

Came here with a group & honestly had such a fun night. The staff handled everything so well, service was quick & friendly, & the food was outstanding from start to finish. You can tell a lot of care goes into every dish. Easily one of the better dining experiences we've had together!

May 29, 2026
on Google
Paola
3.0

A bit disappointed with the food. Our brunch came out almost immediately, but everything was cold, even the coffee. Nothing worse than cold eggs, & it didn't taste very fresh. It honestly felt like the food was pre-made & just sent out quickly.
The service was excellent though, 10/10 for the staff.

May 27, 2026
on Google
Linda
5.0

We are foodies who frequently visit Montreal to dine. Shay was a wonderful find in Griffintown. The restaurant specializes in Lebanese dishes with influences from other Middle Eastern & Mediterranean cuisines. Every course we ordered from the mezza dips to dessert was absolutely delicious. I highly recommend the Armenian kebab which was tender & tasty, so satisfying. We sat at the bar of this classy restaurant & were glad we did. Gaspard, our waiter/bartender, was a charm. He explained all the dishes & made spot on suggestions. He was attentive but not overly so. Shay offers a winning combination of delicious food & a welcoming vibe.

May 27, 2026
on Google
Clara
5.0

Très bonne expérience culinaire grâce à l'excellent service de Raphaël

May 26, 2026
on Google
Gracie
5.0

La nourriture était excellente & Raphaël nous a offert un service impeccable!

May 26, 2026
on Google
Laith
5.0

Incredible Middle Eastern inspired brunch/ dinner next time will for brunch the menu for brunch looks goos ! The hummus & the red mouhamara dip are phenomenal. Make sure to try the Shawarma Eggs Benedict-the flavors are perfectly balanced. The restaurant's decor is super chic & cozy, making it the perfect weekend spot. Will definitely be back!

May 26, 2026
on Google
Celia
5.0

The food is amazing & the service too!

May 26, 2026
on Google
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