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.
Came here for a Valentine's Day dinner, & had the best experience from food to service. Our server Shawn came through with the best vibe & recommendations, like the Brussels sprouts & lamb chops, making our experience here extra pleasant! Definitely recommend, & would come here again ☺?
Un immense merci à Paula Timog du restaurant Shay ✨
Un service tout simplement incroyable : attentionnée, drôle, authentique & franchement mémorable. Elle a su créer une ambiance tellement agréable qu'on se sent accueilli comme si on faisait partie des habitués… dès la première visite.
Professionnelle sans être rigide, chaleureuse sans être envahissante - un équilibre parfait. Elle a clairement contribué à faire de notre dîner une expérience exceptionnelle.
Des gens comme Paula, ça fait toute la différence. Bravo & merci encore 👏🍽?
Rien à dire, très bel endroit, la nourriture était excellente & le serveur était super sympa & nous a mis à l'aise du début à la fin. Je recommande vivement ce restaurant!
Fantastic brunch! Everything looked good on the menu, a star meant chef's recommendations, plus our server Sabrina pointed out her personal favs. We went with her suggestions & enjoyed them so much. Highly recommend the Lamb leg & eggplant tartine & shakshouka. Very flavourful & filling.
Incredible vibes, service & above all food! For the amazing quality of dips & meals you get the prices are so reasonable. We were served by Anna & she had such great suggestions & energy!!
If you've never been to Shay for brunch, it's an absolute must in Montreal! 5stars all across the board. A special thank you to Julien for making us feel at home!
Jan 31, 2026
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We Had a delicious darling experience there was lots of choice of food & it was all fresh & flavorful. The service was excellent, especially our waiter Aidan.
It was a warm & welcoming vibe. I highly recommend it!
We celebrated my friends birthday with a good old Brunch at Shay. The food was amazing! We had Driss as our server & let me tell you, he was absolutely brilliant. He gave us an impeccable service with great energy. Genuinely a great guy & an amazing server.
