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.
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.
C'est un restaurant de sandwich & salade
Les sandwichs sont bons mais sans exception (poulet très certainement congelé).
Par contre 16$ le sandwich c'est quand même vraiment beaucoup pour un sandwich… 36$ en tout pour 2 sandwichs c'est quand même beaucoup !
Sinon le service était très accueillant & très gentils & souriant
Cute little spot to grab a coffee with someone & have a small snack.
On the food side, nothing'wow,' just okay.
I had a chicken sandwich - it was so-so, nothing more.
The Caesar salad was fine, but again just okay. Maybe I should have tried their shrimp sandwich instead...
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.
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.
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.
Got the Pasta of the Day with meatballs & a Pesto Chicken Salad, & was some of the best food. Incredibly nice staff, good music that wasn't too loud. Highly recommend!
Jul 3, 2025
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Shocked by the high reviews of this place. Service is great but food is less than average. The salad left a bad taste in my mouth all afternoon.. They use vegetable oil instead of olive oil in the salads & their'grilled chicken' is precooked Costco chicken.. sandwich was not too bad, just average. Overall very disappointing experience
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.
Super cute sandwich shop with a great salad selection too. Loved my sandwich; bread is to die for! Perfect thin crispy crust, nutty toasted sesame seeds, fluffy interior, & not a lot of bread - the ideal vehicle for the great ingredients in the sandwich. Lots of protein, a nice hearty sandwich that was well balanced & delicious. Sad to see the last bite eaten; can't wait to have another sandwich (tried the chicken tahini 10/10).
Mar 26, 2025
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Just wow, where do I begin... Incredibly friendly staff who make you feel welcomed from the moment you step through their doors. The sandwiches & salads have to be hands down the best in the city, made fresh & catered to each customers needs & the bread they use deserves a special mention on its own, just delicious! Lastly, they beautifully designed their interior using inspiration from Montreals historic old port that the restaurant is located in!
Whether you live in Montreal or are visiting, Shnoopi is a MUST.
If you're in the Old Port of Montreal, you have to try Shnoopi! If I could give them 10 stars , I would !! The food is amazing. I had their signature sandwich & it was packed with fresh, flavorful ingredients. Honestly, one of the best sandwiches I've had. My friend got the pesto chicken salad & she couldn't stop talking about how good it was. The portions are huge & the salads are so good. I'm absolutely obsessed with their caramel iced latte. It's the perfect balance of sweet & refreshing. On top of all that, the staff was super friendly & welcoming. They really took the time to explain the menu since there are so many options to choose from.
I'll definitely be back! Highly recommend!
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
