Reviewers consistently highlight Original Shawarma for generous portions, especially the mandi and shawarma, strong authentic flavors, and good value for money, with many calling it the best shawarma in Montreal or even Canada. The meat is described as juicy and well seasoned, sauces like garlic sauce are standout, and the rice and sides are noted as solid or excellent; the dine in experience is praised for atmosphere and service in many visits, while others complain about crowded, noisy rooms, long queues, and occasional slow or disorganized service. Some meals arrive cold or overly salty on certain visits, and parking is frequently cited as a challenge. Takeout and family platters are popular and price point is a strong positive, though quality can vary across visits. Overall the sentiment is that Original Shawarma delivers great flavor and generous portions, attracting repeat customers, while peak hours can stress the staff and space.
Would not go back.
Food is dry & everything tastes the same (one spice fits all). Took atleast 20 minutes to get our food (take out).
We went because we were told that the food was phenomenal. Unfortunately, it was far from even being good. I guess people arent very picky ..... 🤷
It's ok. I wouldn't drive out of the way to go here. I had the original sandwich since the one I wanted was not available. The meat is lacking in flavor. I find them generous with the amount of lamb & veal they put in but it could also seem like too much. I'd prefer a more balanced sandwich with less meat & more of the other stuffings they put in. I also ordered the crispy chicken & it was ok. A little oilier than I like. Parking here is a mess. I'd recommend parking a short walk away. I also found that it's chaotic once you pay & wait for your number to be called. Everyone that comes in for an Uber order floods the cash area & it's very annoying. It's seems nobody can stand aside & actually wait for a number to be called.
Il son vuctime de leur succès passer 22h peut de chose pour commander manque de chose caissière sur le cell mes le meilleur ou j'ai jamais manger par contre l'attente est longue la dernière fois 35m pour être servis
This is the best & only shawarma place people should eat.
The workers are amazing especially the owners , they provide you with everything you need , with no hesitation,
Overall AMAZING
Awesome food. A1 really. Taste amazing. I had written off shawarma since I had an incident at a certain chain store that made me sick for 3 days. Quite literally revived my love for the food.
Price is also amazing for what you get. Honestly, never change & you got a winning business in my opinion.
The ONLY downside is that the above brings a lot of traffic. That being said, a busy restaurant isn't a bad thing. However, the caveat here (& only reason I didn't give 5 star) is that with the amount of foot traffic this place gets, it is super disorganized.
If you decide to go, DO NOT order online if you during peak hours. I had ordered at 4:34 & came at 5:10. Came being told'5 more minutes' while people who had ordered in person after I had arrived we're getting their food. This really bothered me. Although, it never was a problem when I went off peak hours (e,g 10 pm).
