With a passion for restaurants and more than 30 years of experience in the food industry, Papa Elie and his son Ziad were able to create a unique family business: ZEEZ.
Ziad began his career at hospitality school and pursued a specialization in culinary arts at the Paul Bocuse Institute in France to later work in the most prestigious hotels and restaurants. Ziad is the creator of the ZEEZ menu and is responsible for quality assurance. Filled with energy and passion, you will always see him dedicated to providing the best customer service.
Papa Elie is a master of management and organization with an entrepreneurial career spanning more than 40 years. A pillar of the company, he always ensures that everything is in order and that the shift runs smoothly. In fact, you'll probably see him working on his computer at a ZEEZ table.
ZEEZ's mission is to create moments of pleasure through delicious burgers. Elie and Ziad's goal is not only to offer quality burgers using fresh, homemade ingredients, but also to make them accessible to Montrealers by offering affordable prices. 🧡
ZEEZ is widely praised for its smash burgers with juicy patties, crispy exteriors, and flavorful house sauces that make each bite memorable, with standout options like chili crisp and mushroom melt. The value is a recurring theme, thanks to affordable prices, generous portions, and a loyalty program plus student discounts that many reviewers appreciate. Free popcorn when waiting and a friendly, welcoming staff add to the experience, which many describe as cozy and casual despite the small space. While service is often praised, occasional delays during peak hours are noted, along with the compact seating that encourages takeout or outdoor options when weather allows. Vegetarian and vegan patties are appreciated by diners seeking plant-based choices, and the smashed potatoes and fries regularly receive praise for crunch and flavor. Overall, the spot is celebrated as a standout in Montreal for burgers, with repeat visits common as different menu items are explored and the vibe stays upbeat and family friendly.
I've made the mistake of coming here late at night for dinner twice now & I would say that if you come here when it's late & busy don't expect the staff to be nice, they're clearly really tired…the wait times are very long, I thought I could avoid that by doing Uber pick up but still ended up waiting almost 20 mins after the pick up time. The food doesn't come out at the same time which means your fries might be waiting on the counter for your burger to be done…one or all of your food will be cold by the time you get it. Also, I've never been offered the complimentary popcorn until I finally asked for one cause I was starving while waiting. I got a trio: the mushroom burger with 3 patties which was very well done…crispy even. It wasn't as good as the other reviews claimed & I had to add my own pickles at home to make it taste better. I upgraded my fries to a poutine which tasted like the one at Costco…don't expect fresh cut fries bc they don't exist here. I've had their zeez potatoes which are good the first time/once. Next time, I will just go to uniburger for my burger fix & if you're like me (needing to eat something late at night) just make something at home & avoid the food regret. Or if you must, go to Kahwa down the street for their panko chicken sandwich if they're still open. It always slaps & their bread is fresh & made to order.
May 27, 2025
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My #1 spot for smashburgers. They are tasty & juicy just like you want it. I tested a lot of smashburgers in Montreal & this is always my #1 recommendation. The space is small but there is always a place to sit. The service is amazing & they give you free popcorn to wait. If you are a student, you'll get a significant discount. Enjoy it.
Cute that u get a small bag of popcorn upfront. The cashier was a supernice lady that helped us ( tourists) really well, i took the smashed potatoes zeez abd the classic burger & both were FE-NO-ME-NAL
Nous avons été accueilli avec des popcorns. C'était délicieux, mais très cochon. Nous avons commandez classique boeuf AAA avec des frites Zeez + protéine.
Pas de salle de bain malheureusement, à prévoir si jamais. Je vous conseil de vous déplacer en transport commun.
Super service de la caissière vraiment sympathique & souriante. On nous accueille avec un bon petit sac de popcorn frais du moment & devant nous. La nourriture est bonne & le rapport quantité/prix est bien balancé.
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Zeez has a hold on me!!!! This is my one & only cheat meal!! I try to hold off but damn sometimes I go to Zeez more often than I should lol The fries are always hot & fresh & the burgers are halal & delicious. I always get a little bag of free popcorn with my take out /delivery order.
The food was amazing & the workers were so welcoming & nice. We were welcomed with free popcorn & there was a student discount which was a lovely surprise!
Free popcorn……& the chicken sandwich with either the mushroom melt or the chilli crisp is great! Better for take out since the seating area is quite small.
One of the best burgers you can get in this part of town, they even give you free popcorn! Every time I go I'm well received & the food is great & prices are ok. As a plus, if you are an student you can ask for a discount. Just perfect!
Une superbe découverte! Tout est bien : le service accueillant avec du popcorn, la gentillesse des gens sur place, les prix raisonnables & les burgers DÉLICIEUX (gros coup de coeur pour celui épicé). Ça fait plaisir de trouver encore des places où le client en a pour son argent, parce qu'aujourd'hui les prix sont chers pour un service & une cuisine pas terribles, ici c'est pas le cas! Je recommande!
Honestly some of the best burgers I've had in Montreal. You get free popcorn, the fries are perfectly crispy & the burgers are far from basic. 10/10 recommend! Plus their staff is super nice :) Even if you're not in mtl, it's worth the drive.
Really enjoyed this place. Went with a friend. She got the Chili burger (which was recommended by the owner) & I went with the classic. I liked the simplicity of mine but the bite I sampled of my friend's had a nice, light hit of heat. Our burgers more juicy than crispy as you'd expect for a smash burger, but still tasty, so that's not a complaint. But just be aware. As a side we each ordered the smashed potatoes. They generally come with mustard sauce, but I got an extra spicy sauce, & my friend got an extra house sauce (offered at no charge). I would say my favourite was the mustard, spicy & then the house. All 3 were good, so go with your preference. We were offered a sample of the moka pudding (made in-house) which was excellent (assuming you like sweet things). The owner was super friendly & welcoming, which is rare for this type of place. The place is tiny, but they make the most of the space to offer seating. Oh & free (good quality) popcorn. We'll definitely be going back.
