The story of SHNOOPI begins with our family, steeped in the culinary heritage of the Mediterranean countries. We grew up in Egypt, travelling a lot around other countries with whom we share the crystal blue water filled Sea, such as Italy, Greece, Lebanon, France, etc. As long as we can remember, our cuisine has always been inspired by a lot of these countries’ flavors, mixing ingredients in untraditional ways, yet representing all cultures in a harmonious way. When creating SHNOOPI, we wanted to represent and honor that heritage, as well as share the food we grew up eating with our clients.
In fact, the name SHNOOPI stands for our family’s nickname. So don’t be surprised if you here us calling each other SHNOOPI in the kitchen!
Shnoopi is described across reviews as a warm, family‑run sandwich and salad spot in Old Montreal with a focus on fresh ingredients, inventive combos, and strong gluten‑free options including what many consider the best gluten‑free bread and the ability to tailor sandwiches for allergies. Highlights include signature creations like the Shnoopi sandwich, chicken pesto, roast beef, and lobster rolls, plus popular soups and rice pudding, with a range of vegetarian and vegan choices. The service is repeatedly praised as friendly, attentive, and accommodating, with a welcoming atmosphere, a pleasant terrace, and quick, efficient dining. While most remarks are highly positive, a few reviews note occasional longer waits, variable seasoning or value, or inconsistent experiences; overall, Shnoopi is seen as a standout lunch spot in Montreal offering generous portions, quality ingredients, and reliable gluten‑free options for diners with celiac or gluten sensitivity.
Ordered vegan option sandwiches to take on the train back to Toronto. (Don't want the train food). What a great idea as this vegan sandwich was in calibre of a sandwich in Italy. Could not even consume it all. Fresh & delicious. Thanks for the vegan option !!
I tried Shnoopi at their new Griffintown location & loved it. The food was fresh, full of flavour, & felt homemade. The Greek & Chicken Pesto salads were excellent, & the Seafood Shnoopi sandwich really stood out.
Friendly service, tasty food, & a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Can't wait to stop by this location soon.
Oct 10, 2025
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Great place to eat! The guys there gave us a very warm welcome & the food is fresh & fantastic! We has a caprese & a beef sandwich plus small potatoe salad.
Highly recommend this restaurant the ambience is lovely & the head manager a delight. Not touristy at all in old town district. The roast beef sandwich was out of this world delicious. Freshest quality
Fantastic sandwich, very fresh & tasty. My roast beef sandwich was divine, my wife's steak sandwich was delicious. The biggest surprise was my son's pasta dish, he absolutely loved it. Definitely will be going back!
Aug 11, 2025
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A really nice small restaurant, perfect for the summer!
The food & the atmosphere are good, & the service is top-tier! I really enjoyed the freshness & quality of the ingredients, plus the portions were more than enough. & the dessert was good, but somehow the texture is not fully the one expected for rice & milk.
The service is great! It's definitely a differentiator.
The food they serve is probably the freshest food I've had in Montreal. You just taste it. Different menu from what you usually get for sandwiches & salad. Rice pudding is absolutely delicious.
We found this spot on our vacation & loved the sandwiches we had to come back a second day. Everything was fresh & the staff was excellent. They were able to accommodate our children who can be picky when it comes to food. Highly recommend Shnoopi if you are in Montreal.
Jul 19, 2025
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Nice modern light food restaurant with French deco flair. We ordered the titular Shnoopi sandwich, a meatball sandwich, & the Shnoopi salad, plus a latte & a hot chocolate. Everything was good! The shrimps were fresh, the vegetables were fresh, the bread was perfectly toasted, & the hot chocolate was the prettiest we've ever seen (in a simple way). Would definitely come back again if & when we return to Montreal.
Had a team meeting at Shnoopi today & honestly the food was amazing. All the ingredients were fresh & delicious. I highly recommend Shnoopi for a nice meal at the old port of Montreal! My favourite was the roast beef sandwich the taste was unlike anything i have ever had before
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The atmosphere & food is absolutely amazing. Tried the pesto chicken & minced beef sandwiches, & they were filled with fresh ingredients & was absolute perfection! Definitely recommend trying them out!
The food here was amazing - super fresh, full of flavour, & beautifully presented. You can tell they use quality ingredients. Definitely one of the best in town. Highly recommend!
Wonderful experience dining here at Shnoopi. It's a charming eatery that serves the legendary Shnoopi sandwich. I stopped by to see what the buzz was about since it was a hop & a skip away from my hotel.
The Shnoopi was fantastic! It has such unique flavours. Some sandwiches may fall apart (believe me, i've had my share), but by design this sandwich was the perfect size & well put together with fresh ingredients. 12/10 🫶 Their soup of the day was cream of zucchini. It was comforting & delicious. Lastly, the rice pudding was a heavenly treat not to be missed. Their wall decor has a music & art theme, which lends a nostalgic ambiance. I mostly appreciate the staff who were all very welcoming & showed warm hospitality throughout. 🙏 This was one of my favourite meals in Old Montreal. 😺
They don't have a kitchen so the food isn't the freshest. The sirloin sandwich & pesto sandwich were ok. Tasted like they used cooked beef & chicken from costco. Service was good, the atmosphere is ok. Felt a bit like a tourist trap, if you're okay with that & looking for a half-decent sandwich at a fair price, then you'll probably enjoy it.
My fiancée & I (fortunately) happened to stumble upon Shnoopi when searching for local sandwich shops in the Old Port, & we're so glad we did!
From the moment we walked in, the service was excellent-friendly, efficient, & fast without ever feeling rushed. The sandwiches were packed with flavor, made with high-quality ingredients, & the portions were generous. We also tried the soup of the day, which was a perfect complement to our meal-rich, comforting, & clearly made with care. Everything tasted fresh & well-balanced, making for a truly satisfying lunch.
To top it off, the team mentioned they're opening a sister restaurant, Shnoopa, a pasta bar in Griffintown, & we're already looking forward to checking it out. If Shnoopi is any indication, it's going to be amazing. If you're in the Old Port & craving a great sandwich, Shnoopi is definitely worth a visit!
