Original Shawarma se spécialise dans la préparation de plats traditionnels du Moyen-Orient articulés autour de viandes rôties à la broche verticale et de garnitures végétales fraîches. Les émincés de poulet et de bœuf sont assaisonnés avec des mélanges d'épices classiques avant d'être saisis pour obtenir une texture optimale. Ces protéines sont servies dans des pains pita souples ou accompagnées de riz parfumé et agrémentées de sauce à l'ail maison ou de tahini onctueux. La carte propose une variété de mezzés incluant du houmous préparé sur place et des falafels croustillants soulignant les techniques culinaires authentiques. La clientèle choisit parmi de nombreuses configurations de garnitures personnalisables mettant l'accent sur la fraîcheur des légumes marinés. L'établissement privilégie une préparation efficace et des profils de saveurs constants pour offrir une représentation directe des spécialités régionales. Chaque plat reflète un engagement envers les traditions gastronomiques locales grâce à des ingrédients rigoureusement sélectionnés.
Original Shawarma est largement reconnu par les clients comme l'une des meilleures adresses à Montréal pour une cuisine moyen-orientale authentique, particulièrement pour son shawarma savoureux et ses plats de mandi impressionnants. Les visiteurs soulignent fréquemment la générosité des portions, les prix justes et la qualité constante des plats comme raisons principales de leur fidélité. Bien que l'atmosphère soit décrite comme chaleureuse et accueillante, le restaurant est constamment très fréquenté, ce qui peut entraîner de longues files d'attente et une salle à manger bondée. Bien que la majorité des commentaires sur le service soit positive, qualifiant le personnel d'amical, professionnel et serviable, certains clients ont noté des incohérences occasionnelles concernant l'exactitude ou la température des commandes. Malgré des défis mineurs liés à l'espace et au stationnement, le consensus général reste très positif, de nombreux clients considérant cet endroit comme une destination incontournable pour des repas délicieux, fiables et de grande qualité.
Yes, they are indeed good & worth it, but I just have one comment about the shawarma: it wasn't cooked properly & felt a bit raw. I'm not as concerned about the cooking time as I am about the food & its quality. I came all the way from Ottawa to try it, & they were respectful & friendly, but I suggest the shawarma could be better & cooked more thoroughly.
Amazing food, the quality is top & very good quantity for the price as well. Highly recommended for anyone looking to try authentic Shawarma in Montreal
19 juin 2026
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I've been a customer for a long time & have been supporting this restaurant since their first Mississauga location. I order from them regularly, usually around 3-4 times a month, because I genuinely enjoy the food.
Recently I had an issue with the quality of one of my orders, so I reached out to the manager directly. I really appreciated how professionally they handled the situation. They responded quickly, apologized sincerely, & made things right right away.
That kind of customer service means a lot & shows they truly care about their customers & reputation. Mistakes can happen anywhere, but the way a business responds is what makes the difference.
Because of their positive attitude & respectful treatment, I'll continue supporting them & ordering again. Great food & excellent customer service.
I had an amazing experience at this restaurant! Everything from the food quality & taste to the service & hospitality was top-notch. I'm giving it 5 stars & will definitely be back. I hope you continue to maintain this excellent level of quality & service. Highly recommended!'
I've been coming to Original Shawarma (Montreal branch) pretty often now, & it's easily become one of my go-to spots in the city.
The chicken shawarma is always on point - juicy, flavorful, & perfectly wrapped every time. But honestly, don't stop there. The roasted chicken is just as impressive, super tender with amazing seasoning, & the mandi is a must-try too - rich, aromatic, & seriously satisfying.
Everything tastes fresh & well-prepared, & the portions are generous. The staff are always friendly & welcoming, even during busy times, which makes the experience even better. The place is clean & has a nice, relaxed vibe.
You can tell they're consistent with their quality, which is why I keep coming back. Highly recommend if you're in Montreal & want something delicious & reliable!
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!
Amazing food with great flavor & quality. Everything was delicious & well prepared.
Special thanks to Alaa for her excellent service - she was very friendly, professional, & made the experience even better.
Highly recommended, & I will definitely come back again.
If you have other options or restaurants aside from this one, please go for them. Unfortunately, they were the best! However, as usual, like most Middle Eastern restaurants, they are not capable of maintaining the high quality & service.
Message to the management: please don't ask me to send an email. I've spoken with the owner in person twice, & the third time he kept showing a surprised face & denying it. I simply don't want to eat raw chicken anymore.
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
