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.
Stopped here to grab a quick lunch. Service was friendly & engaged. Ordered a tuna sandwich, highly recommended this sandwich! Soup of the day was a cream of zucchini, very flavorful. Will definitely be back next time I visit Montreal.
Nov 11, 2025
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I had the roast beef sandwich. It was panini style. I will say when I saw it had a hard boiled egg on it I was skeptical. Luckily for me I ordered it just as it comes & it definitely didn't disappoint. I will say this place is a must try for a delicious sandwich for lunch.
Looking for a place for lunch & stumbled on this place. Was a little unsure but ordered the roast beef & WOW! It was amazing!!!! The service was too notch & the place has a cute cafe vibe. Definitely recommend this place.
Wonderful little lunch spot. Service is super friendly. Yummy sandwiches. Went out of their way to accommodate my daughter's allergies. She loved it so much we went back the next day! Recommend!
Great food & cozy atmosphere!
I stopped by for lunch & was really impressed. The menu had a great variety, & everything we ordered was full of flavor, the portion sizes were generous. You can tell the chefs care about what they're serving. The staff was friendly too, which made the whole experience even better. Will definitely be coming back!
I stopped by Shnoopi yesterday for lunch & had a great experience. The cashier was super friendly, & although I was doing takeout, the wait was only about 10 minutes. Totally worth it-the sandwiches are amazing! I had the tuna sandwich & it was incredibly good-super filling & packed with toppings. My partner tried the minced beef sandwich & also really enjoyed it. We'll definitely be coming back!
It's so hard to find affordable, good, quality lunches nowadays. Shnoopi offers so many varieties from pasta, to sandwiches & salads it's so good & you can even get a drink if you'd like. The dinning room is perfect to disconnect from your laptop. 10/10 would recommend.
Mar 28, 2025
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Stopped in here to get lunch to go for the family to go & the sandwiches are fantastic. Everyone was friendly & welcoming & helpful! Would highly recommend
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!
Amazing spot in the city to grab a lunch. They have the best sandwiches, pastas, salads & soups that taste amazing! No other spot i look forward to going more than shnoopi as they also have an amazing team serving that has the best customer service!! 10/10 recommend
Beautiful little cafe for a casual lunch. The food was absolutely amazing - the chicken tahini sandwich can't be beat! The service was also phenomenal. Will go out of our way to stop by in the future!
Feb 15, 2025
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Delicious food. Nice atmosphere. Went for lunch on a Saturday afternoon & enjoyed soup & sandwiches. Finished with a delicious rice pudding for dessert
One of my favorite spots for lunch near work. Excellent service & truly delicious & somewhat unique flavors. I even encouraged some colleagues to try it & it is now become one of our favs in the rotation around the office. The shnoopi sandwich is a must, & I like the concept of the sandwiches also coming in salad forms.
Was looking for a quick lunch to escape the cold & stumbled across this restaurant. The service was excellent! Everyone was so friendly. The soup of the day was zucchini, it was delicious! I had a chicken pesto sandwich & my partner had the roast beef. Both were so yummy! To top it off we had their rice pudding, so delicious! Will definitely come here again!
Stopped for a quick lunch here at Shnoopi. It was delicious - salad was fresh, perfectly dressed & the sandwich made to order was also super fresh. Very sweet staff: )
