SHAY
1414 R. Notre Dame O, Montréal, QC H3C 1K8, Canada
Phone: (514) 937-2001
Website: http://www.shaymtl.com/
SHAY in Montréal is a 4.6-star Middle Eastern restaurant with 2,155 Google reviews, known for Baklava Pancakes and Shawarma Eggs Benedict.
Why we love it
- Modern Middle Eastern with Mediterranean influence
- Vibrant atmosphere, generous portions, live DJ (brunch)
- Attentive service with friendly staff
- Modern Middle Eastern with Mediterranean influence
- Located nearby
- Vibrant atmosphere, generous portions, live DJ (brunch)
- Attentive service with friendly staff
What to Order
Baklava Pancakes
These fluffy pancakes capture the nutty, honeyed essence of baklava without being overly sweet, making them a perfect indulgent-yet-balanced treat.
"The baklava pancakes were amazing! sweet, not too heavy, so great."
Nara Yoon
Shawarma Eggs Benedict
A creative twist on a classic, this dish perfectly balances savory shawarma spices with the richness expected from a good Eggs Benedict.
"The shawarma eggs benedict offered a creative twist on a classic. The dish balanced savoury shawarma spices with the richness expected from a good benedict, resulting in something both familiar and distinctive."
Charmaine Lukalanga
Lamb and Eggplant Tartine
This buttery, decadent, and beautifully composed tartine features tender lamb and silky eggplant, creating an indulgent yet balanced dish.
"The lamb and eggplant tartine was perhaps the standout of the table: buttery, decadent, and beautifully composed. The combination of tender lamb with silky eggplant created a dish that felt indulgent yet balanced. It was my first time trying it, and it alone is reason enough to return."
Charmaine Lukalanga
Hummus
This ultra-creamy hummus is perfectly seasoned and served with fresh bread, making it a flavorful and well-executed starter.
"Cuisine du Moyen-Orient moderne, avec des plats à partager riches en saveurs : houmous ultra crémeux, légumes rôtis parfaitement assaisonnés, viandes juteuses et pains frais. Tout est parfumé et très bien exécuté."
Sebastien Beaulieu
Shakshuka
A deeply flavorful dish with a rich tomato base layered with light spices, offering a comforting and satisfying experience.
"The shakshuka was deeply flavourful, its rich tomato base layered with light spices that made it both comforting and satisfying. One portion was more than enough for our table of four, and we still had some left behind."
Charmaine Lukalanga
Matcha French Toast
A unique and delicious sweet option that combines the classic French toast with the distinct flavor of matcha.
"Ordered the shwarma benedict and the matcha french toast and WOW. food is absolutely amazing, arrived fast and service is great..."
Ariana Montes
Bottomless Mimosas
Generous and consistently refreshed, these mimosas add a celebratory touch to brunch without being intrusive.
"The bottomless mimosas were generous and consistently refreshed, the kind of offering that feels celebratory without becoming intrusive to the flow of the meal."
Charmaine Lukalanga
Inside Scoop
- Portions are notably generous, so ordering several dishes to share is a great strategy.
- Brunch on Saturdays features a live DJ playing a relaxed selection of R&B, adding to the vibrant atmosphere.
- The staff, particularly servers like Paula, Anna, and Sabrina, are frequently praised for their attentiveness and excellent recommendations.
- If there's an issue, the management is proactive and goes above and beyond to resolve it.
- Ask for Gaspard at the bar for a great cocktail experience.