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SHAY

Upmarket Lebanese restaurant featuring traditional sharing plates & mains
Griffintown
4.7$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 10 am
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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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*as of 2026-07-11
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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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Crispy
5.0

Robin my waiter was amazing, he helped us figure out what drinks to get & was super friendly! Definitely recommend:)

Jan 26, 2025
on Google
Julian
5.0

Amazing service, amazing food! Thanks Pamela!

Jan 25, 2025
on Google
TevaAndSonya
4.0

The pancakes are beautiful, & the garnishing is a lovely touch. Unfortunately, their taste does not match their appearance - they were too dry & had a distinctly floury taste/texture, which was disappointing. If you're on the hunt for the best pancakes, I'd recommend trying Arthur's instead. Shay does redeem itself in its ambience & excellent service. Their lamb reuben is both a unique brunch offering & well-made; perhaps a savoury dish is safer to order at Shay? Still, given its inconvenient location & price point, I wouldn't consider Shay worth returning to. But I don't regret our decision to try it: it's worth checking off the list if you got it there!

Jan 21, 2025
on Google
Omowunmi
5.0

Honestly I want a to come here one more time we had a staff dinner day & the staff working there are so professional & friendly kudus to the managers keep it up

Jan 19, 2025
on Google
Marie
5.0

J'ai adoré ce que j'ai mangé. Par contre la musique est trop forte, à mon goût & j'aurais préféré une musique plus "lounge", moins rythmée. Le service était très bon.

Jan 18, 2025
on Google
Alec
5.0

Pamela & Toni were amazing!!

Jan 18, 2025
on Google
Houa
5.0

We Tried their Baklava pancakes & they were SO good!! Well presented & great atmosphere!

Jan 16, 2025
on Google
George
5.0

Love this place. Excellent varied menu. Amazing atmosphere

Jan 12, 2025
on Google
Ali
5.0

Un menu libanais hautement raffiné, très beau restaurant & un service hors pair avec Paméla! Merci!

Jan 11, 2025
on Google
Nicolas
4.0

J'y ai brunché. Le menu est très intéressant, ce qui change des menus brunch traditionnels nord américain. Une belle découverte. Nos plats étaient bons & savoureux. Le service était parfait, chaleureux & efficace. J'aurais préféré une ambiance sonore plus calme (la musique est un peu forte, ce qui force tout le monde à parler fort.) Mais c'est une question de préférence. Pour le reste, allez-y sans hésiter.

Jan 11, 2025
on Google
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