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SHAY

Upmarket Lebanese restaurant featuring traditional sharing plates & mains
Griffintown
4.7$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 10 am
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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

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on Google4.6 (2300+)
*as of 2026-07-05
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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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Casual, classy, & mouth-wateringly delightful. Might be the best lamb I've ever ordered! Extra props for excellent mocktails. Will be recommending to ask my friends

Jun 18, 2024
on Google
5.0

Wow wow wow is all I can say about SHAY. Went for a dinner reservation with my partner & we were blown away by everything they had to offer. Lovely, dark atmosphere inside with excellent service from everyone. The presentation of the food was beautiful & everything was absolutely delicious. The plate that really stood out to us was the armenian kebab. Holy moly I can barely describe how good that plate was! An amazing combination of flavors & textures that left us dumbfounded. Definitely a must-visit in Montreal!

Jun 13, 2024
on Google

I really liked the place & ambience. Service was impeccable. 10/10 experience. According to the staff, only beef & lamb are halal. Chicken is not halal.

Jun 13, 2024
on Google

Really nice classy brunch spot! Service was great. I split the Baklava pancakes & shawarma eggs benedict. 10/10 Presentation 🙂‍↕️ Pancakes had amazing toppings, the batter itself was solid but nothing special, & cream wasn't too sweet (the syrup on the side was too much for me though). The pomegranate & halloumi on the eggs really made the dish for me 😋 The lamb slices were not the best. Pretty pricey, but I guess that's the name of the brunch game

Jun 11, 2024
on Google

located in the reviving, industrial Griffintown neighborhood of Montreal, SHAY offers an up scale, modern take on Middle Eastern dining. A lot of the prices are a bit expensive, but you can find a good deal on some meals. Sadly, the meals don't come with a carb by default, so it is an extra cost. I don't think that you will be disappointed by coming here, nor will you be missing out. Compared to other restaurants around here, it's a bargain! Also, our waitress was a pure joy, offering great drink recommendations & treating us to the patio. PSA: you get your food faster if you sit here. It's also much quieter & nicer than indoors & completely dry in the rain.

Jun 10, 2024
on Google

Les plats étaient bons mais la portion de l'assiette de steak aux asperges était très petite pour deux personnes.

Jun 9, 2024
on Google

An absolutely fantastic experience at this restaurant! We arrived a bit later on a Sunday evening & had a reservation at 8:30 PM. They seated us quickly & took our orders very effectively. The red pepper dip was absolutely tremendous & the mocktails including other cocktails were wonderful as well. The food arrived on time & wonderfully warm. Service was outstanding! Friendly & very helpful suggesting wonderful accompaniments for our meal. Pricing was good for Montreal. Highly recommended.

Jun 9, 2024
on Google

We went for supper last night & everything was amazing. The food was delicious & the service was great. Very courteous manager & staff. I can't recommend this spot enough for a small group who wants to share multiple plates. 10/10!!

Jun 9, 2024
on Google

Just norma. It's a good idea to bring Middle East culture into brunch but nothing special taste

Jun 9, 2024
on Google

We visited this restaurant yesterday & it truly did not disappoint. The food was absolutely delicious. The labneh & the falafel plate are a must-try! The service was excellent & the staff was so friendly. I would strongly recommend.

Jun 8, 2024
on Google