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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

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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Reviews for SHAY

Food
Service
on Google4.6 (2300+)
*as of 2026-07-08
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Review Summary

Shay is widely celebrated for its exceptional Middle Eastern and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, with many diners highlighting the flavorful dips, generous portions, and expertly prepared dishes like the shawarma eggs benedict, lamb, and baklava pancakes. The restaurant offers a chic, cozy, and vibrant atmosphere that makes it a popular destination for both brunch and dinner. Guests consistently praise the warm, professional, and attentive service provided by the staff, who are frequently described as welcoming and genuinely caring. While experiences are overwhelmingly positive, the restaurant remains a top choice for groups and special occasions in Montreal, leaving many eager to return.
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Quick service, friendly staff & great tasting food!

Aug 10, 2024
on Google

Perfect place to eat when craving lebanese mezzes on a beautiful July evening

Aug 8, 2024
on Google

Good food

Aug 7, 2024
on Google

Service tres médiocre, nourriture assez bonne

Aug 6, 2024
on Google

Nous étions deux pour souper & avons pris les falafels, la pieuvre, les choux de bruxelles, le crudo de dorade & les carottes cuites aux charbons. Tout était super à l'exception des carottes qui ne goûtaient rien. Nous avons demandé un surplus de miel qui n'est jamais arrivé à la table. Pour l'ambiance du restaurant c'est très feutré & intime, vraiment agréable. Le seul point négatif de notre expérience a été le service. Ce n'était pas une catastrophe, mais notre serveur semblait inintéressé par notre table, car nous étions 2 & toutes les autres tables étaient de 4.

Aug 5, 2024
on Google

Our family decided to visit this place because it was rated highly on google. To our disappointment, it didn't meet our expectations. We got the baklava pancakes, avocado toast, the shawarma eggs benedict & the makanek hash. I have a peanut allergy & I ordered the baklava pancakes. I'm not allergic to pistachios so I thought it'd be safe. It had big pieces of peanut. Even worse, when we ordered, none of the staff or waitresses asked for any dietary restrictions, unlike all the other restaurants I've been to. Also, some of my family members got a bad stomach ache after eating their meals. Plus, the Avocado Toast was, in my opinion, very over salted. The only positive part is the staff is friendly. The, I assume, manager saw us taking photos & offered to take a group photo. As well as the other staff members who were glad to speak to us in English since we didn't know how to speak French.

Aug 4, 2024
on Google

Food is amazing & waiters are always cheerful, definitely recommend

Aug 4, 2024
on Google

Great experience. We shared the baklava pancakes & falafel latke, both were delicious. Portion of the falafel latke was a bit smaller but the pancakes were huge! Did a side of breakfast potatoes as well which were very tasty. Loved the middle eastern fusion in the dishes!

Aug 3, 2024
on Google

Finally had dinner at Shay, & had high expectations given my amazing brunch experience. They of course did not disappoint! 10/10 for my evening at Shay!

Aug 1, 2024
on Google

We had the best brunch at Shay with a large group for a Bachelorette! Top brunch spot in the city, It's such a hidden gem. The service was 10/10. Kat was the best, everything was perfect. The food was so so good, & the coffees were also delicious. Vibes are wonderful, great pictures. Highly recommend for a group or Bachelorette outing! Chicken & waffles were a favourite in our group, so was the falafel latke. Must have brunch in Montreal!

Jul 31, 2024
on Google