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.
What more should I say about a place that serves complimentary popcorn before serving every customer. Did I mention they offer a 20% student discount Burger was so good I ordered another one Amazing service,staff are really nice & helpful They have the craziest sauces Bbq burger > any burger in the whole world Smashed potato's are iconic
As a burger enthusiast with high standards, I can confidently say this place excels in the burger game (in my top 3 all over the world). The patties are perfect-crispy on the edges & incredibly juicy. The flavor is outstanding. The sauce & toppings are well-balanced, & the bread is fantastic. It checks every box. The smash potatoes are a brilliant & delicious innovation that sets them apart, though I do wish they would fry them a bit longer. Bravo to the team! ---
Jun 10, 2024
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BE CAREFUL! I HAD AN AWFUL EXPERIENCE. It was a Wednesday night at about 11:30. We thought why not try this place for a quick midnight snack. I should not have come. There were two guys in there, severely understaffed for the amount of incoming orders. Nothing was cooking but papers of orders & Ubers were stacking up. We waited about 45 minutes for what you see in this picture. I don't like being mean in reviews but my god this was not edible (& I did not eat it) The mushroom burger was dry & sloppily put together, I mean look at it, it tasted so greasy & heavy I could not finish it. I had MUNCHIES could not finish. The fries were dry & the dipping sauce it came with actually had the aftertaste of vomit. I'm not exaggerating, that's what I described to my friend. The poutine ? Tabarnak man c'est insultant qu'on estokebecicitte pi que la poutine soit si bland. Please lord. There are great reviews on this resto. I'm assuming this is a bad experience on an understaffed night with no time to cook up a meal that is acceptable. Again I feel bad with this review cause the guys working seemed stressed & overwhelmed. They don't pay yall enough to deal with what you dealt with this Wednesday night. But bro, this is my experience. To all readers just be careful when you order here. I genuinely regret the 27$ I spent on this bad food that I ended up THROWING OUT & going to AnW down the street. 3 stars so that it doesn't negatively affect rating but I would give 0 stars if I was honest
We got the cheeseburgers, smashed potatoes, fries & poutine - food wise everything was delicious! They also give out complementary popcorn, which is simple yet quite nice. Regarding the space, there's not much place to sit, so be ready to potentially* take your food to go. As for the extra sauces, for the fries, we got their spicy mayo (mid), BBQ (wouldn't get again), & their house sauce (pretty good). Service was quick & efficient & extremely friendly! Overall, would definitely recommend to try this place out!
Best burger ever!! The hospitality of the staff was so friendly, you can tell its family run! The ingredients were all so fresh & the variety of sauces all delicious. Highly recommend. Definitely worth the drive from the West Island!
May 6, 2024
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La musique était SUPER forte en arrivant, ce fut dur de commander. Nous devrions parler TRÈS fort. Mais après j'ai demandé super poliment s'il était possible de baisser le sont... Ce qui fut fait! Il est à noté qu'un rabais étudiants de 20% est émis sur preuve d'etudes. La "salle à manger" est minuscule, environs 15 places assises. Mais puisque tu es servi rapidement je ne crois pas qu'il y ait de manque de place. Pour passianter durant la préparation du repas, un sac de pop-corn est offert! Les boulettes sont faites sur place ce qui rend le tout encore plus appétissant!!! Je recommande de payer l'extra de 1$ pour la SMACH POTATO!!! Servie avec un petite sauce style mayo / ail / épicé nos 2 trios on coûter environs 18$ Je recommande vivement ce resto pour les adeptes de bon burger à moins de 20$
I've been searching for a halal smash burger place for months, & I've finally found the perfect spot! The patties are fresh, the buns are delicious, & the sauce is just right. Additionally, the staff is very welcoming & friendly. I'll definitely be coming back. It's a solid 10 from me!
Incroyable, entre le service, l'amabilité & la cuisine ZEEZ mérite vraiment sont 4,9, ma nouvelle place préférée & de loin ! Il n'y a rien à redire, tout est merveilleusement bon, les sauces sont extra, le BBQ Crunch & le smashed potatoes aussi, merci à vous !
La vague des smash burgers déferle désormais sur Montréal & de nombreuses adresses ont fait leur apparition ou ont vu leur popularité décupler. Je parle, bien sûr, de Chez Simon Cantine Urbaine, Mange dans mon hood, l'Hamburger & j'en passe. Porté par l'ultime houle, le Zeez est le petit (littéralement) dernier à accoster au quai de la métropole & il ne lésine pas sur les moyens pour se faire remarquer : sac de maïs soufflé gratuit pour tous, prix compétitifs (de 9 à 11 $ pour le sandwich, ajoutez de 6 à 8 $ de plus pour un trio), décors accrocheurs & festifs avec enseignes au néon, &, surtout, un hambourgeois à la sauce percutante & à la galette parfaitement croustillante. Autant de caractère désirable qui ne manque pas de se faire remarquer par les jeunes à l'affût des dernières tendances, comme en témoigne cette jeune paire de critiques culinaires, lumière & appareil photo à la main, venue décortiquer l'ensemble du menu. J'y ai donc amené mon amie qui ne sait jamais refuser un hambourgeois &, nos esprits animés par l'honorable prestation de notre repas, notre connivence a affleuré, soulevée par nos rires & nos regards complices. Bien que nous eussions goulument englouti l'ensemble - sandwich, poutine, frites (offertes par la maison !), boisson gazeuse, nous nous sommes attardés sur place, profitant de l'ambiance agréable & de la relative quiétude de l'endroit pour un brin de jasette & une séance photo pour immortaliser notre camaraderie. Alors, tout est beau, hein ! Presque. D'abord, après observation des habitudes des clients, il faudrait voir si la portion de maïs soufflé en entrée est trop... généreuse. Pour éviter les gaspillages ! Ensuite, le type de frites utilisé, croquant & assaisonné, convient moins à une poutine que les frites molles traditionnelles. Puis, l'offre de boisson est très limitée : Canada Dry, Crush, Sprite, Coca-Cola ou une bouteille d'eau. Introduire un produit plus local ne serait pas une vilaine idée. Je regrette enfin l'usage de l'anglais utilisé pour paraître plus désinvolte & jeune. « Let's Get Smashed » énonce le néon. Autrement dit : « Défonçons-nous ». Sur le menu, les produits sont annoncés par les titres soi-disant accrocheurs « Mushroom Melt », « Chilly Crisp » & « BBQ Crunch ». À force de renforcer l'idée que l'anglais est plus séduisant, on finit par y croire. C'est ennuyeux & ça manque d'audace. Osons le français ! (À titre personnel, je n'ai rien contre l'anglais que j'utilise quotidiennement.) Pourquoi ne pas appeler les « smash burgers » des... croque-bourgeois ? « Zeez, les meilleurs croque-bourgeois du Plateau ! » Voilà qui ne manquerait pas d'attirer l'attention.
The service. The food. The staff. The location. Amazing!!! Highly recommend the mushroom burger for those like a truffle surprise, you won't be disappointed by the truffle mayo sauce that's inside - delicious!! I can honestly say it is in my top 3 burger places in the city & I can't wait to share this place with my friends & family! Defffff go
