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.
Probably one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. I got the chicken tahini & it was amazing. The service was also fantastic cause I had a shellfish allergy & they were able to accommodate me! 5/5 would recommend to everyone
Aug 29, 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.
Had the roast beef sandwich with gluten free bread & it was incredible, & staff were super friendly. Also, they cleaned all their surfaces so there was no cross contamination.
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!
Delicious sandwiches & gluten free bread & options available. The sandwich took around 20 mins to prepare & it wasn't that busy but it was absolutely delicious. The people were also very nice!
Amazing. Food was delicious, & staff is friendly. There is indoor & outdoor seating. English & French are spoke. I had the lobster role & hot chocolate & they were both amazing.
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.
Le restaurant Shnoopi propose des paninis délicieux. Le panini steak fromage est incroyable, avec une viande tendre & du fromage fondant. L'ambiance est agréable & le service est rapide. Une belle adresse à découvrir !
Nous sommes tombés par hasard sur ce petit resto & nous n'avons pas été déçus. Nous avons été très bien accueilli, le lieu a une ambiance cosy & familial, on s'y sent bien.
Nous avons été servis rapidement & le service était attentionné. Nous avons pris des sandwiches, ils étaient savoureux, originaux & généreux.
Nous recommandons fortement cet établissement !
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.
Ici, nous avons des sandwichs qui sont littéralement à un autre niveau. Il y en a pour tous les goûts! La serveuse nous a recommandé certains sandwichs dont le rôti de boeuf & le boulette de viande qui sont d'origine égyptienne. Les deux sandwichs étaient très bons! Le caprese, qui ne contient pas de viande, est vraiment délicieux! Le sandwich surlonge est tout aussi excellent! Je vous recommande grandement cette petite place du vieux Montréal. C'est tranquille, beau paysage, personnel accueillant & repas décadent!
