Shawarma G

Shawarma G and I have a special relationship. I stumbled upon their restaurant when I was in my first year at the University of Guelph, as a group of friends and I went on a drive to momentarily avoid the stresses of school. Pulling into the plaza for some good old fashioned Tim Hortons, the restaurant stuck out to me like a leather jacket clad Aggie on campus. With its vibrant colours and Arabic script, the sign immediately draws passerby’s in, and in my case makes them think “What the hell is a shawarma restaurant doing in a place like this”. I figured that any place so far from the busy traffic of downtown would have some decent quality food, so I convinced my friends to give the spot a try, and we went in.The thing that stuck out to me first and foremost was the Saj bread. Now I've lived in the middle east (Bahrain specifically), and all the shawarma there was made with Saj bread. When I came back to Canada, the pita wraps of Osmow’s and Lazeez just didn't even come close to the quality of those shawarmas. For years and years I yearned for that original shawarma flavour, and while some restaurants like Paramount were able to procure the bread, the taste was still lacking. So when I saw that Shawarma G wrapped their shawarmas in that good good, I immediately had good hopes.The first bite of that wrap transported me back to my childhood a la Anton Ego in Ratatouille. The way that the sauce melded with that succulent chicken, paired with the acidic hit of the pickle, was more than enough to have a grown man reminiscing on memories he didn't even know he had. After years of searching for that authentic shawarma experience, I had finally found it. The seasoning on the chicken was perfect, and there were crispy bits spread throughout the wrap. The bread was crisp and soft, swaddling the meat for the perfect bite time and time again. The sauces provided an excellent creaminess in texture while also packing that garlicky hit that everyone loves. The components worked together in harmony to create a symphony of flavours in your mouth, that I have yet to see beaten by any other shawarma restaurant.I am now in my 5th and final year at UofG. Shawarma G has been my go to shawarma spot that entire time. I made it my mission that any one of my friends or family that came to visit me during these last 4 years, had to try Shawarma G as well so they could understand what they had been missing out on. Every time the reactions were the same, “That's the best shawarma I have ever had”. My father, ever the Shawarma connoisseur like his son, branded this the closest thing you can get to the restaurants in the middle east, and I wholeheartedly agree.If you're looking for a delicious, and truly authentic shawarma. You are hard pressed to find a better option than Shawarma G, because in my opinion that option does not exist.To all the negative reviewers who have called the food “gross”, “salty”, “overcooked”, and “burnt”, you need to go get your tongue checked by a medical professional because you obviously have some sort of problem that should be sorted sooner rather than later. And to all the reviewers complaining of bad service, in all my years of coming here I have been treated with nothing more than the utmost respect and understanding. Any issues with an order have been immediately ratified, with a torrent of apologies as well. Just because you overgrown babies were unable to get things your way, doesn't mean these guys are the villains. Take a look at yourself in the mirror, you bums. I highly commend Shawarma G for standing their ground against these negative reviewers, it's refreshing to see a business that actually cares.Shawarma G, you guys will always have a special place in my heart. If anyone ever asks what's the best shawarma they can get, I always say you. I know it may not mean much, but ya’ll got the Mo Dar Seal of Approval for Shawarma, and no one else can even lay claim to that. Never change.

In the plaza for a quick grocery stop, tried this place for a takeaway lunch. Was going to order 3 falafel wraps instead ordered two and one fries wrap.The place has a oven (wood burning?) that is non functional, but perhaps it was made for making pitas. Wishing it was active, would have bought lots of pitas on an ongoing basis.The falafel wraps were good and usual standard fare. The size good and the falafels freshly made. Tons of toppings to select and the best option Sumac, Nigella Seeds, parsley, peppermint and to top it all pomegranate sauce.The fries wrap was huge and very different from the falafel wrap we have often. The pomegranate sauce was good, but I wish I had asked for more.The two guys on the counter super nice and very accommodating. Would definitely return back and support local non franchisee stores first.

Shawarma excellence! ... Today I tried their falafel wrap dressed Syrian style"

Great shawarma place. The interior is done very nicely. Clean. Reasonably priced. The chicken shawarma was a little different than most other places. The chicken pieces were cut in large slices and grilled nicely. The poutine shawarma is a good too.

Best shawarma place in Guelph! Best chicken, best salads and sauces. Everything fresh. Unlike other places they don’t cook & recoil chicken on griddle. Chicken is soft, well marinated and tasty. I regularly order their shawarma wrap and platter. High quality food. Slightly more expensive than other shawarma places, but I am more than happy to pay the premium.

As a family from the Middle East, we are incredibly selective about Shawarma, and let me tell you, this place exceeds all expectations. We actually drive all the way from Oakville just to indulge in their unbelievable Shawarma. It's hands down the best Shawarma in Ontario, period.Not only is the Shawarma exceptional, but the service at Shawarma.G is also top-notch. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and always eager to ensure you have a fantastic dining experience. They go above and beyond to make you feel valued as a customer.One thing that truly stands out about Shawarma.G is their generous portions. You won't leave hungry, that's for sure! Each bite is packed with flavorful, succulent meat, perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. It's a taste sensation that will leave you craving more.What's truly remarkable is that we would even brave winter storms just to savor their Shawarma again. That's how incredible it is! The dedication they put into crafting each Shawarma wrap is evident in every mouthwatering bite.To Shawarma.G, thank you!

Went here due to all the positive reviews, ordered a chicken on the rocks, however it was severely disappointing. Even Osmow's in Guelph is better than this place, so that's saying a lot. Two main issues are dry chicken and chicken to rice ratio. The chicken was lightly sprinkled on top of the rice so after a few bites all I was eating was rice. It's second worst places I've been to and I love exploring my shwarma places (Osmow's Burlington you still have the top worst spot).

Hands down. I drove 45min to try this place. The BEST Shawarma place I have ever been to. The portions are SO generous and the food quality are top notch. The team are so friendly and welcoming. Shawarma beef is a MUST. keep the good work guys Highly recommended.

I went for take out with my son for the first time on the weekend when we happened to be in town. It was hands down the best we have even had. We knew it was a good sign when there was a 6 person line up when we got there and it was a non stop line of people coming in after us too.He had the lamb pita with pomiganite sauce and I did chicken with garlic. Not gonna lie, we both got nervous when we saw them put two sauces on them figuring one was hot sauce and my stomach can't handle hot sauce as well as I would like and he thinks Hungarian paprika is 'spicy'... so hot sauces isn't something he seeks. Turns out it was hardly hot and just a nice flavour addition. He thought it was hot (but yeah) Halfway into he pita he said he loved the hot sauce. I never thought I'd hear those words come out of his mouth! Basically the drive from Guelph to past Erin was a rolling soundtrack of eating, talking about how much we loved our food, and repeate.We aren't in Guelph often but this is going to be one of our top picks when we are in town and needing good food to go.

This was my second time having shawarma in my life and this place set the bar high. I got the chicken shawarma platter and it's a 10/10 meal.The rice was perfect and great amount of garlic sauce to enjoy. Highly recommend! Portions are big this was two meals for me.