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 am very dissappinted in my experience at Zeez today - I ordered a BBQ combo with poutine (still came out 25$ with tip) Took a long time to receive my order - I was with a group of 3 - the burgers were all cold & the poutine fries were still frozen in the middle - unedible - I asked the girl as the cash if I could have it replaced & her with the 2 cooks start dismantling it & verifing thats its frozen - she says to me' well I just made it so how can it be cold' the cook saw that it was still frozen - this is the tiniest poutine they serve in a combo (10$?!) & they are arguing for me saying its still ice cold. Just replace it & move along.
THE best smash burger i've ever eaten in Montreal. Fries are top notch & the house sauce is so good. Best customer service too, extremely helpful & friendly!!!
Dec 10, 2025
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Best Smash burger I've had in the city. So delicious, I've had the Original, BBQ, Mushroom Melt, & as always, the complimentary Popcorn 👌 Atmosphere is always awesome, great music, my friends always end up dancing to it. Open late too.
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This burger is out of this world everything works so well from the fresh veggies to the meat to the nice orange cheese on top to the beautiful sauce best burger in the city in my opinion
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Great place for a halal eat. We were recommended this by a taxi driver. The mushroom melt was sold out but the classic burger was delicious! Definitely recommend - a true local eat!
Nov 3, 2025
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