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

Upmarket Lebanese restaurant featuring traditional sharing plates & mains
Griffintown
4.7$$ & $$$
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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.

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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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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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5.0

very delicious food happy me & very friendly staff parking spot i will go again for sure ! ❤️

Mar 20, 2022
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5.0

Great service. Nice vibe. Food was delicious.

Mar 20, 2022
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5.0

The best food & service as always!!

Mar 19, 2022
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5.0

We were there for dinner before a show. Everything was fabulous. Friendly staff, amazing food & drinks. I'm still talking about the Shish Barak. Will definitely visit when I'm Montreal. A gem.

Mar 19, 2022
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5.0

Food was great, taste & presentation. Service was impeccable, attention to details, smiling team ..luved it

Mar 14, 2022
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4.0

Food was very good. Service lacked. Maybe an off night. Will try again.

Mar 13, 2022
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5.0

Le seul hic c'est que on réservation n'est bonne que pour 2h au bout de 2h vous devez parti

Mar 13, 2022
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5.0

amazing food & service. highly recommended. do get the orange juice here it is fantastic & one of the best lamb shawarma meat around so flavorful

Mar 13, 2022
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5.0

What a nice birthday party we had a Shay!
Service was great, food was delicious. Nice ambience too !
Next time i'll try the brunch, i've heard it was really good 💃

Mar 7, 2022
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5.0

The food was unbelievable!

Mar 7, 2022
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5.0

The food is delicious & extremely creative. The ambiance is lively & the staff is wonderful. Thank you for an amazing experience. 💕

Mar 7, 2022
Rani-Wahidy-1167
1 Review
5.0

My favourite Middle Eastern restaurant in Montreal by far. I give it a solid 10 without any hesitation. The staff & ambiance are second to none. The attention I got on my last visit is identical to the first one.

Go there. You will be IMPRESSED

Mar 6, 2022
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1 Review
3.0

Overpriced & waiter went missing for an hou

Mar 6, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Excelente service, very good food we had a very good time.
Thank you!

Mar 6, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Awesome food, ambiance & service. We'll be back soon!

Mar 6, 2022
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5.0

Delicious food, great atmosphere & wonderful service!

Mar 5, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Excellent presentation of the food & tasty!! Service was impeccable & lovely decor!! Will definitely be going back as soon as I can!!

Feb 28, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Excellent meal & service. Classic Lebanese meal tapas style. Many thanks to our server Ian. Will return.

Feb 28, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Tout a été parfait! de l'apéro au dessert. On y retourne, c'est certain!

Feb 28, 2022
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5.0

La bouffe est vraiment incroyable / tous est délicieux 😋

Feb 27, 2022