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SHAY RestoMontreal.ca
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SHAY RestoMontreal.ca
SHAY RestoMontreal.ca
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SHAY

Upmarket Lebanese restaurant featuring traditional sharing plates & mains
Griffintown
4.7$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 5 pm
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Brunch: Sat & Sun: 10am to 3pm
Middle EasternLebaneseMediterraneanGrillVegetarianSeafood/FishKebabBrunch

About us

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!

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

More details

Sat & Sun: 10am to 3pm

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Reviews for SHAY

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on Google4.6 (2100+)
*as of 2026-04-14
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Review Summary

SHAY earns high praise for its vibrant atmosphere, flavorful modern Lebanese cuisine, and consistently attentive service, with guests noting generous portions and standout items like mezze dips and lamb dishes, shakshuka and baklava pancakes; brunch shines with creative twists such as shawarma eggs Benedict and labneh, while cocktails and a lively DJ vibe add to the welcoming, upbeat experience and make many say they will definitely return.
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1 Review
5.0

Excellent food, ambiance & service!

Oct 17, 2023

Very nice for dinner. Intimate & cozy. Will be back.

Oct 17, 2023
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1 Review
2.0

food was cold & gross. disappointing.

Oct 16, 2023
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1 Review
2.5

Surprised that tater tots were the main element of my meal... Overpriced & there was much confusion about tables & seating when we arrived for our reservation.

Oct 16, 2023

I was visiting from Toronto with my husband & I went to this place which was recommended to me by a friend , the manager Kim was very welcoming & kind she was able to set a table for us even though we didn’t make reservations & our server Cyprien was very nice & helpful I even got to practice my French with him 🤓
I highly recommend this place

Oct 16, 2023
on Google

Amazing amazing service! The owner was super nice & accommodating. The food & drinks were amazing. Vibes were amazing for brunch. Must visit when coming to Montreal!!! Highly recommend it!

Oct 15, 2023
on Google

Went with a group of 5, we shared 9 dishes, everything was amazing. Highly recommend. Best place we ate at while we were in Montreal.

Oct 15, 2023
on Google

Food was quite good. Service was very poor. Waited 20mins for latte. Inattentive server who never even glanced at our table. One person in our party waited for over ten minutes for their dish while everyone had their food & were waiting too start. Server never apologize or even came by to explain for the wait time.

Oct 15, 2023
on Google

This is a great brunch spot! Probably the best brunch I’ve had in Montreal, the I think the best eggs Benedict I’ve had in my life.

- the Shawarma eggs Benedict is a MUST
- the Shakshouka is very very good & fresh & on the lighter side
- the hash (which is tater tot’s with an egg, sausage, & mint sauce) is very heavy. I’d say it’s more of a sharing dish.
- The baklava pancakes are honestly too sweet & the pancake texture isn’t amazing. We shared it 4 ways as a dessert.
- coffee is great

Definitely a more “fancy” atmosphere.

The service was great.

Oct 15, 2023
on Google

If you want to experience Lebanese cuisine, then, SHAY is your place. The chefs .3631201495978E+24; menu is described great. The waiters are provided exceptional service. We ordered five different dishes from falafel to Kebab to Humus along with a Lebanese wine 🍷. Truly enjoyed our dinner at SHAY. 🙂🙂

Oct 14, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Riad our server was amazing. Food was soooo. Good!!!

Oct 14, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Notre serveuse Pamela était exceptionnelle!
Meilleure serveuse que nous avons eu

Oct 14, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Me & my girlfriend had an amazing time & the food was amazing. Thank you for the service

Oct 13, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

My wife & I had an excellent time at Shay. This is our second time dining at Shay & like the previous time, we have nothing but great things to say. Every aspect of our evening was wonderful, from the food to the service to the valet parking outside the restaurant. Highly recommend Shay as an essential spot to check out for a Middle Eastern fine dining experience.

Oct 12, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Wonderful meal & great service!

Oct 10, 2023
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1 Review
4.5

Loved the food. Loved the attention. Loved the mock tails, but I would've rather have 2 services than one whole service. I had ordered the food. I was confirmed that it was shareable dishes, but I would've rather have my entrées together separately from my main dishes. Other than that, I loved it

Oct 9, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Le restaurant est très convivial
Le personnel est très sympathique & la nourriture tres bonne
Je reviendrais C'est sure

Oct 9, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Rachel is super amazing, helpful, friendly & always has a smile that brightened up our day!

Oct 9, 2023
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1 Review
4.0

La musique est un peu bruyante

Oct 9, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Tout était excellent & même avec un enfant de 3 ans . Enfin de bon restos qu'on peut profiter de la bonne bouffe avec nos enfants.

Oct 9, 2023