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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
Middle EasternLebaneseMediterraneanGrillVegetarianSeafood/FishKebabBrunch
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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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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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1 Review
5.0

Definitely recommended! The quantities can be a bit more generous for the price. The food quality & take is amazing.

Nov 11, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Wonderful experience. Delicious food, beautiful ambiance, friendly staff... would definitely recommend!

Nov 9, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Quelle expérience culinaire nous avons vécus!!!

Une ambiance & un service 5 étoiles pour le brunch du dimanche, vraiment ce fut impeccable!

Nous y retournerons, c'est certain!

Nov 6, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Meilleur brunch que j'ai handisport faites. Tout était au top l'accueil , les plats , les employés 10/10

Nov 6, 2023
Kiana
4.0

My friends & I went for brunch this morning & we booked in advance. The restaurant had a nice ambiance, & the food was tasty. However, the food arrived at the table cold & I asked the waitress to return all the meals & serve hot. We liked the food presentation, & we ordered Baklava Pancakes, & Shawarma & Eggs Benedict. Overall, I found the food tasty, delicious aside from the fact that The lamb in the Shawarma & Eggs benedict didn't smell good.

Nov 4, 2023
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Gira
5.0

Absolutely gorgeous restaurant serving contemporary & revisited Lebanese/Middle Eastern dishes conceived to be shared. Apart from creative, the food is of excellent quality. Unfortunately, I was alone so I couldn't try as many dishes as I'd have liked. In any case, the fatoush-inspired tuna tartare is a must have. The lamb kebab, although very good, was a bit stronger in terms of taste, so it became a bit too much for only myself. They have a large selection of cocktails too. The Apricot Margarita with Zataar & Sumac was very good (although I would've preferred it to be sour instead of sweet). The one thing that could be improved is the by-the-glass wine selection.

Nov 4, 2023
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1 Review
4.0

Great tasting food!! Arrived warm & exceptionally plated. I would return & recommend it to others!!

Shawn.

Nov 4, 2023
J-F
3.0

Nous sommes allé souper au Shay en ayant entendu parler de l'endroit. Étant de fervent amateurs de Damas & autres restaurants de cuisine du moyen-orient (Sirènes / Daou etc) nous avions des attentes élevées... Malheureusement au niveau de la cuisine nous avons été déçus. Le poulet était trop cuit / les préparations manquaient globalement de fraîcheur (préparé trop à l'avance...). Le service était bon mais le restaurant avait clairement une problématique d'éclairage qui rendait l'expérience légèrement désagréable.

Nov 4, 2023
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Sijia
5.0

Lovely brunch spot, delicious Shakshuka

Nov 3, 2023
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Laurie
5.0

The food was delicious.. Such great flavors.. Would definitely recommend..

Nov 2, 2023
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