Reviews describe Osmow's Shawarma in downtown Montreal as a solid go-to for hearty, flavorful meals, with fresh, well-seasoned meat and generous portions that pair well with garlic and hot sauces. Diners highlight convenient locations, quick service, clean spaces, and a lively vibe even during busy times, with staff praised for friendliness and efficiency. Several items are frequently praised, especially chicken shawarma poutine, lamb shawarma bowls, and the chicken on the rocks, with notes about balanced sauces and fresh ingredients. A few reviews note variability between locations or changes in portion size, and some diners find certain dishes too spicy or overly salted, but many still rate the place highly and keep returning, including late-night visits. Osmow's Shawarma is described as clean, efficient, and worth a visit for a satisfying shawarma experience.
I recently visited Osmow's in downtown Montreal & honestly, it was a solid experience. The location is super convenient, especially if you're walking around the city & need a quick, filling & delicious meal.
The food came out fresh & hot, & the portions were generous. I ordered a chicken shawarma poutine & the flavor was on point - well-seasoned, juicy, & the sauces were balanced without being overwhelming. Their garlic sauce & hot sauce combo never disappoints.
The place itself was clean & had a good vibe, even during a busy time. Staff were quick & efficient, & you could tell they were used to handling a steady flow of customers without slowing down.
If you're in downtown Montreal & craving something hearty & flavorful, Osmow's is definitely a go-to spot.
If you've tried Osmow's in Ottawa, you'll immediately notice how bad this branch is. They barely add any sauce, the meat quality is poor, & the portion size is significantly smaller compared to other locations. Osmow's used to be my go-to spot when I was in Ottawa, but the Concordia branch completely proved me wrong. I strongly recommend staying away from this location.
I recently visited Osmos, & it instantly became one of my favourite shawarma spots! The food was incredibly fresh, the portions were generous, & the flavours were on point. Their chicken shawarma was perfectly seasoned, juicy, & wrapped with just the right balance of toppings & sauces.
The staff were friendly & quick, even during a busy rush, & the whole place had a clean, welcoming vibe. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or craving a hearty meal, Osmos definitely delivers.
Highly recommend if you want delicious, satisfying shawarma done right!
Nov 20, 2025
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I have no idea how this has 4.5 stars. $20 got me a sloppily made shawarma, a Pepsi & some very plain rice. I have eaten at a lot of shawarma places, & while this isn't inedible by any means I genuinely think you're better off going to literally any chain. This shawarma is falling apart despite barely having anything in it, the meat is average & they asked me what spice level I wanted. I said spicy, & it came just absolutely drenched in hot sauce. You are better off going literally anywhere else for a shawarma.
I got the limited edition Doritos collaboration & it was really good, but it is a smaller portion . The spicy sauce they put is REALLY spicy but its really good, di if you can't tolerate spice i wouldn't get it. Its really nuce that they close very late too, so if you ever have late night cravings you can always pass by here
Jai commander une poutine au poulet & c'était vraiment bon. Beaucoup de quantité, beaucoup de sauce ( comme jaime) & le service excellent. Merci a lequipe il sont vraiment gentil & accommodant.
Un vrai coup de coeur ! Ce restaurant propose l'un des meilleurs shawarmas que j'ai goûtés. La viande est savoureuse, bien marinée, & les portions sont très généreuses. Les frites sont croustillantes, les légumes frais, & la sauce… incroyable !
L'équipe est super sympa, toujours souriante & à l'écoute. Le service est rapide, idéal pour une pause déjeuner ou un dîner sur le pouce.
Le rapport qualité-prix est excellent. Franchement, si vous passez dans le coin, ne ratez pas cet endroit. C'est devenu mon spot préféré pour un bon shawarma !
Une des plus généreuses portions de viandes offertes depuis longtemps pour un Shawarma wow, c'était vraiment délicieux & bien épicé! Nous avons eu un bon service de la part de l'équipe présente sur la place, une très bonne sauce piquante & sauce à l'ail succulente! Je recommande la place à tous les amateurs de Shawarma à Montréal! Super entreprise venus tout droit de l'Ontario jusqu'au profondeurs du Québec! Bravo Osmow's je vous donne 5 étoiles! Bravo!
Spice level- i believe that employees should stop asking for the spice level customer wants since no matter what you tell them, they will add spice/ hot sauce like confetti on the food!! 3rd time i experienced this discomfort with the food here!
Got chicken on rocks with garlic & mild sauce but no sauce on my food. Thought maybe it might be under the chicken but nope. Just dry chicken & rice super bland. *Update* Called the owner back. He was very understanding & apologetic. Fixed the order & got my food properly. Mistakes can happen & this store handled it professionally.
Ordered Chicken On The Rocks. Was impressed by the flavorful rice that matched with the chicken & sauce. I would definitely recommend you to try this dish.
