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.
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...
Oct 1, 2025
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Sorry it took me so long to write this review! I was there late last year.
We absolutely loved Shnoopi.
As a Coeliac, I struggle to find places that can properly accommodate a full gluten free experience. Shnoopi had me covered. Not only does their gluten free bread TASTE LIKE ACTUAL DELICIOUS BREAD, the fillings were also delicious. Highly recommended.
What they do so well is focus on the basics, but make them as tasty as possible. I came back three days in a row on a trip to Montreal that lasted 6 days.
I ate the:
- Roast beef sandwich 10/10
- Chicken Tahini sandwich 10/10
- Goats cheese sandwich 10/10
- Hot Chocolate 50/10
- Tea 10/10
- Rice Pudding 100/10
What a gift to have found this place, & if I ever come back to Montreal, I will be back to Shnoopi's. It's not a place you can easily forget, just writing this review had me salivating.
This was truly an exceptional experience, & I feel that five stars do not fully capture its taste. The roasted beef sandwich was, without a doubt, the best sandwich I have ever had. It was simply amazing!
I came to this petite establishment that takes on the appearance of a bright café but features in sandwiches & pastas. I went for the signature Shnoopi sandwich as it seemed like a very unique combination of ingredients. I was very pleased with the savory truffle. But the shrimp I was not fond of, it was unseasoned cocktail shrimps in the sandwich & they were served far too cold. The frigidness the ice cold shrimp brought to each bite retracted from the taste but overall it was still enjoyable. They could go on using the same shrimp & even cold, but goodness not THAT cold! 🧊 At least the service was very good as well.
Best lobster rolls I have ever had!!!! I love the creativity & love the owner has put into his dishes. Each sandwich is carefully curated with so much thought.
