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SHAY RestoMontreal.ca
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SHAY RestoMontreal.ca
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SHAY

Upmarket Lebanese restaurant featuring traditional sharing plates & mains
Griffintown
4.7$$ & $$$
OPEN5 pm - 11 pm
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Brunch: Sat & Sun: 10am to 3pm
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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

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Sat & Sun: 10am to 3pm

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Reviews for SHAY

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*as of 2026-04-02
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Review Summary

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.
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Shari
5.0

Had a fantastic evening with Shawn & Anna. Their service was amazing ! The food is terrific! Everyone needs to try Shay!

Dec 26, 2025
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Savannah
5.0

Shawn & Anna are the best!!!

Dec 26, 2025
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Aspen
5.0

Shawn & Anna are the best!!!

Dec 26, 2025
on Google
Aboudi
5.0

The food was truely amazing!!!
+ Our server was the best ;) thank you Anna for the great service

Dec 21, 2025
on Google
Andreas
5.0

Our waitress Anna was amazing, she made great recommendations & the food was superb. We will definitely be coming back!

Dec 20, 2025
on Google
Stephanie
5.0

Every plate I tasted here was delicious! I had brunch & supper & i have nothing negative to say!

Tonight i was served by sandy & Kathy & they were such a joy! The bartenders Anna & Shawn were so friendly & i loved talking to them!

The music & drinks are such a vibe!

I would definitely recommend this place :)

Dec 20, 2025
on Google
Alessandro
5.0

Very cozy & nice place. The staff was super welcoming & our waitress Sandy was very helpful. We had the Shay's experience which was delicious. I will definitely come back.

Dec 20, 2025
on Google
Iness
5.0

Loved the food & the vibe !! Great service by Sandy :) ! Expérience Shay was a must !

Dec 20, 2025
on Google
Sofianne
5.0

Excellent service par Sandy & nourriture délicieuse!

Dec 20, 2025
on Google
Chris
5.0

Amazing food, great drinks & amazing service! Sandy was phenomenal ✨

Dec 20, 2025
on Google
Eric
5.0

Anna made the best recommendations

Dec 20, 2025
on Google
Marium
5.0

Anna was the most amazing, lovely server & so helpful. The food was delicious.

Dec 20, 2025
on Google
Djamal
5.0

This place seems to be all the rave recently in Montreal food circles, & for good reason.

I'm always a little skeptical when it comes to restaurants primarily serving mezes (small shareable plates), but we left absolutely stuffed & enable to eat more. The portions were really generous.

The food itself was very very good, it still tasted Lebanese (which is what we wanted) but with a slight modern touch. I genuinely cannot say how I would improve any of the dishes we had, they were all delicious.

The restaurant is very nicely decorated, with upscale look & a very nice bar. Staff were generally knowledgeable & courteous.

It is pricier, but totally worth the money & perfect for any special occasion or nice business lunch (which there seemed to be lots of on a Wednesday night).

We will definitely be recommending this place to everyone we know.

Dec 17, 2025
on Google
Guillaume
5.0

Great service from Rachel

Dec 15, 2025
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Eya
5.0

Incroyable service par Anna & la nourriture était excellente! Je recommande.

Dec 13, 2025
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Oliver
5.0

Great food overall. We tried the shawarma eggs Benedict, lamb Reuben, waffles with fried chicken, & the baklava pancakes-everything was excellent. The service was just as good: kind, fast, & very helpful.

Dec 13, 2025
on Google
Radu
5.0

Amazing tasty food & great service from Julian, very helpful & checking in on us often!

Dec 12, 2025
on Google
Jordan
5.0

Amazing service by Shawn & Julian. Extra dirty martinis are to die for.

Dec 12, 2025
on Google
Nikolas
5.0

Amazing food & great atmosphere. Julian & Shawn gave us an amazing service!

Dec 12, 2025
on Google
Olivia
5.0

Amazing food & service by JULIAN & SHAWN!!! Would come back again

Dec 12, 2025
on Google