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SHAY RestoMontreal.ca
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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$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 5 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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Giuliano
4.0

Sean & Julian's service made our experience at Shay unforgettable! The food was delicious as always & the brussel sprouts were our personal favourite. Highly recommend this spot for a nice dinne

Dec 12, 2025
on Google
JAMESON
5.0

OMG! The service from Anna was A1! I could've never asked for better! I really had a great time! For sure coming back!

Dec 11, 2025
on Google
Edmond
4.0

L'ambiance sur la terasse est vraiment super, le staff est aussi très agréable. J'ai commandé le Shawarma Egg Benedict très bon mais j'ai trouvé qu'il manquait un peu de goût. J'ai également essayé le Chicken & Waffle ainsi que le Kataifi Chocolate French Toast qui étaient très très bons.

Dec 8, 2025
on Google
Colin
5.0

Food was amazing, service was also great by Shawn.

Dec 7, 2025
on Google
Kimberly
5.0

Great food & even better service by Shawn. Do yourself a favour & get the mezze trio!

Dec 7, 2025
on Google
Edward
5.0

Great service by Shawn!

Dec 7, 2025
on Google
Neha
5.0

We went to Shay for Brunch & had an amazing time. I ordered the Baklava cake pancakes- it was delicious. Shawn's service was excellent!

Dec 7, 2025
on Google
Brandon
5.0

Our bartender Shawn made Shay super enjoyable. Would come back again for sure!

Dec 7, 2025
on Google
Sue-Ann
5.0

Shawn the bartender was absolutely amazing. He was very knowledgeable about the menu & was very attentive during our time there. The food was 10/10. Atmosphere was a great vibe. Highly recommend this place!

Dec 7, 2025
on Google
Gilbert
5.0

Excellent repas, bon service, mais 4 étoiles pour l'ambiance car la musique est nettement trop forte.

Dec 6, 2025
on Google
Annie
5.0

Nous avons passé une superbe soirée ! Ambiance , nourriture , service par Shawn , juste wow !
Je vous recommande les mezze froids , délicieux !

Dec 5, 2025
on Google
Mariane
5.0

Excellent restaurant! J'ai adoré les meza froids! Le riz habibi était aussi incroyable! Le service de Shawn était phénoménal! Merci!

Dec 5, 2025
on Google
Deny
5.0

We went for the brunch menù!
Just an amazing experience!
Thank you !

Dec 1, 2025
on Google
Jenny
5.0

The shawarma eggs Benedict here is probably the best eggs Benedict I've ever had. First time trying labneh, I liked it. Servers here are all really nice & gorgeous people.

Nov 30, 2025
on Google
Katelyn
5.0

Absolutely recommend! Food & service was amazing. A place to check out if you are in Montreal.

Nov 26, 2025
on Google
Nicole
5.0

Amazing experience! We went for my niece's birthday. The staff was so friendly - a big shoutout to Sydney & Julian for making our night even better! Food was delicious, highly recommend this restaurant! 10/10

Nov 26, 2025
on Google
Samantha
5.0

Got a last minute reservation for 2 at the bar here for Sunday brunch. Every time I come I always say I need to come more often! The food is absolutely delicious, the ambiance is vibrant & fun & most importantly, the staff look like they really love their jobs. Shout out to Josh & Sean for the lively & entertaining service! Will be back again soon! :)

Nov 19, 2025
on Google
Mya
5.0

J'ai adoré ce resto! La nourriture était délicieuse, service impeccable & l'ambiance super agréable. Je recommande à 100%. Will definitely be back soon!!

Nov 17, 2025
on Google
Jean
2.0

The food at brunch was absolutely perfect, but the service really missed the mark. A bartender was with us at a table, & after taking our order once, we never saw him again. Took forever to get 2 mimosas & then no check-ins, no drink refills, nothing.

It's a shame because the food was so lovely. Could have been a great experience.

Nov 17, 2025
on Google
Savva
5.0

Lovely beautiful place, amazing food, super fast service! Thank you guys!!!

Nov 16, 2025
on Google