Les avis sur Original Shawarma soulignent des plats savoureux et généreux, avec shawarma et mandi souvent décrits comme authentiques et en bonne quantité, et des sauces et accompagnements appréciés; la valeur et la qualité sont globalement reconnues. En revanche la fréquentation élevée entraîne des files d'attente et des difficultés de stationnement, et certains plats peuvent arriver froids ou trop salés, avec une constance variable selon les passages; le service est majoritairement chaleureux et efficace, mais peut être lent durant les heures de pointe et l'ambiance peut devenir bruyante. Dans l'ensemble, c'est une adresse souvent recommandée pour les amateurs de shawarma et de mandi, reconnue pour sa qualité et son goût.
Yesterday, February 24th, I ordered the family-sized lamb mandi, & it was one of the worst experiences I've had. The rice wasn't the same as before in terms of taste for me & my family; it was bad. In addition, the amount of meat was not commensurate with the price. Although I asked which type of rice was better when placing the order, & the employee explained that there were two types, I was surprised to find that there was only one type when I got home.my order number was 37 at 5pm & total 106$
25 févr. 2026
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A good place to try halal lamb & chicken mandi! However the place is always crowded & mostly loud. But the quantity & quality of food at a great price makes up for it! Have come back to the place 4 times. Worth it!
The price, the taste, & the atmosphere were all incredible. I've never had a lamb shank this delicious & definitely not at this price anywhere else. Honestly, I even forgot to take a picture because it was that good & I was too busy enjoying the food.
A thousand percent recommended!
Some meals don't wait for photos - they attack your hunger first. That's precisely what happened here. We started eating immediately, forgot about the picture, & only remembered when the plates were already halfway gone. Honestly? That's usually the best review a restaurant can get.
🍽? What We Actually Ordered
✔? Chicken Shawarma Plate (fries base) - $12
✔? Jarret d'agneau EXTRA (Lamb Shank) - $25 (comes with 2 lamb shanks, rice, nuts & raisins, mandi sauce)
✔? A small garlic sauce, which the staff gave it for free
✔? mandi sauce & a house mayo & tahini included
Everything else in the photo came with these two dishes.
✨ Experience & Atmosphere
We went on a Sunday night, calm but not empty. & you could tell this wasn't their'real' traffic - the setup, speed, & vibe show they're used to heavy crowds.
Ordering was smooth, the reception was patient & helpful, & the menu is much larger than at a typical'shawarma place.' It feels more like a Middle Eastern canteen with a wide comfort-food lineup.
🔥 Service That Stands Out
The garlic sauce is labelled as $X extra, but when I asked for a small one, the staff said:
'No worries, you can have it.'
Small gestures like this change everything.
& another thing:
Since they don't provide table service & don't ask for tips, it's a place that matches expectations with reality. Respect.
🍗 Taste & Quality
• Lamb shank: shockingly good. Soft, flavorful, no frozen taste, no dryness. I've paid double at other places & had meat that tasted as if it had travelled from Antarctica.
• Rice: warm, colourful, lightly spiced, & the nuts/raisins gave it an authentic eastern mandi taste.
• Chicken shawarma: juicy, well-seasoned, & NOT oily. Fries were fresh.
• Sauces: garlic sauce was excellent, smooth, creamy, not too sharp.
Even half-eaten, the plates still looked good in the photo.
That alone says enough.
💡 Practical Tips
• If you're a lamb lover, take the Jarret d'agneau, great value for two shanks.
• Garlic sauce is a must.
• The menu is larger than expected; check it thoroughly before ordering.
• Good for parties, take-out or quick dine-in. No table service.
Final Verdict:
Original Shawarma surprised me, real flavour, generous portions, no attitude, & no sneaky tipping screens. The kind of place that focuses on food, not theatrics. Given what you pay, it's really worth it.
⭐ 4.8/5 - Amazing lamb, great shawarma, honest service
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.
First time trying & let me just say I had to sit down eating it.. My keens buckled lol. Hand down the best shawarma I've ever had in my life.. Lamb shawarma was out of this world. Can't wait to go back
Busy place for lunch. I ordered for takeout. I got mostly rice. No veggies like in the pictures. The chicken was quite good. The house sauce is delicious. Friendly lady at the counter. I was disappointed because it was dry with only rice & chicken. I will return & give them another try. I will try the lamb next time.
4 déc. 2024
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I recently had the pleasure of enjoying the Lamb Mandi, & it was nothing short of spectacular! The lamb was cooked to perfection-so tender that it practically melted in my mouth. The flavors were rich & delightful, making each bite a true culinary treat. If you're looking for a dish that combines comfort & exquisite taste, I highly recommend trying the Mandi here. You won't be disappointed!
My new fave shawarma spot in Montreal. Over the last few years, the shawarma scene in Montreal has really been trending downwards with all the good spots closing. Shawarma Original really hits the spot, my go to is the lamb on SAJ the quality & taste is superbe. Potatoes are also really delicious
The value here is absolutely insane & the food is better than your typical Amir/Boustan. They give you SO MUCH food for the price, wow. Shawarma with rice was great & the fried chicken tenders were very big, fresh & crispy. I will have to go back & try other items which they unfortunately did not have when I went at 8pm on a Monday night (lamb shawarma & lamb mandi). Edit: I have since tried both of the above (lamb mandi & shawarma)...both incredible! Same goes for the chicken mandi, it's so aromatic & tender & has a very appetizing appearance! The lamb shawarma is by far the closest thing I've had in Montreal to shawarma in the middle East. Strongly recommend!!
9 juin 2024
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I've been here many times. Lamb & chicken Mandi are delicious, But the chicken shawarma is normal. I didn't try meet shawarma yet. One more thing really important for the owner, this is my second time i came here & the cashier says you have to wait 40 minutes cuz some order are not available for the time being or some orders are not available at all the whole day . I know that's a good sign. But it gets me & everyone mad when you drive 40 minutes then you can't eat. Last thing : They should open in Downtown Montreal.
Ordered the mixed family plate which comes with 2 chicken & 2 lamb saj wraps cut bite sized, along with plenty of fries & meat with sauce & pickles. The meat is tender, juicy & the wraps are flavorful. This is a perfect meal to share with 4-5 people.
The lamb shawrama is the best meat shawamara that I eat in Montréal. The service was fast even there were a lot of people on the line. The price was acceptable because the dish was big.
I tried to impress my friends with an extraordinary shawerma, at least that's how it looks in the pictures on the menu. I ordered lamb family. What I received in reality shocked me. Practically nothing in common with what was in the picture from the menu on the website. I was expecting something round & nicely decorated, but I got something square & ugly arranged, with very little meat & lots of potatoes 🤭. I hate fake. & yet , there is practically no parking. If you don't have much driving experience, avoid entering their parking lot with your car.
Le meilleur shawarma que j'ai mangé depuis très longtemps. Le rapport qualité prix est juste imbattable! Que dire du personnel hyper acceuillant & de l'ambiance du resto. Je recommande à 1000%
