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Reviews

Yusuf Khursheed
at 2023 Nov 06
Yusuf Khursheed
at 2023 Nov 06
I had the absolute worst experience at Lazeez Shawarma. Their chicken was as dry as a desert, and their portions were shockingly inadequate. To make matters worse, it was freezing outside, and when I politely asked the OWNER to close the door because I had my baby daughter with me, the owner was incredibly rude and dismissive. I would never recommend this place to anyone.
Rustie Galvez
at 2023 Nov 06
Rustie Galvez
at 2023 Nov 06
came there for it monday special for first time (chicken on rocks) and wow i didn’t even take a bite. The photo is what i see as soon as i open the package at home. compared to other lazeezs this is a scam
Marian Turner
at 2023 Nov 05
Marian Turner
at 2023 Nov 05
Came here with some friends yesterday and I’m glad I found this spot! Prices are excellent, quantity is great and the taste is phenomenal as well! It’s in a very good location of Mississauga as well and the staff were very nice! I recommend this place to everyone!
keith richardson
at 2023 Nov 04
keith richardson
at 2023 Nov 04
We went for a chicken shawarma and the nice ladies made us a fabulous lunch! Tasty and a good price too!
Mike J
at 2023 Nov 02
Mike J
at 2023 Nov 02
Reminds me of the first location. I still can't forget that amazing popular shawarma. Super authentic. I have tried many Lazeez locations but this is the one in GTA which felt very close and authentic to the original Lazeez. No matter how many fake AI reviews I see. I WILL keep visiting this location if I feel like going for shawarma. Decent prices, you don't get a good fulfilling meal under 15$ anymore, except here. Always go for authenticity, and don't fall for fake stores nearby that open only for money. Choose the ones who show love for food. Very generous in sauces and portions.
The owner was incredibly friendly! Like 10/10. Great service and super accommodating. Got the chicken shawarma wrap, and it tasted fresh and juicy. The hotsauce is 💯👌 Highly recommend this place!
Deepak Mahey
at 2023 Nov 02
Deepak Mahey
at 2023 Nov 02
What can I say, the shawarma was amazing. Cooked to perfection, juicy and great portion size. I had chicken platter with rice, salad and hummus. The service was great and the staff was very Friendly and provided quick service. I would definitely recommend this place for shawarma.
Last October, with a cool breeze marking the arrival of fall, I found myself at Asli Shawarma on Eglinton in Erin Mills, Mississauga, aiming to savor what the local shawarma scene had to offer. The establishment had a modest yet welcoming aura, with the aroma of grilled meats wafting through the air as I entered.I decided to go for the chicken shawarma wrap, a staple choice for a Shawarma Day enthusiast like myself. The staff was cordial, taking my order with a smile, and the wait wasn't long before I had the wrap in my hands. At first glance, the wrap looked inviting with a good amount of filling and a well-toasted exterior.As I took my first bite, the freshness of the veggies and the warm, tender chicken were evident. However, I found the seasoning to be a bit on the lighter side, lacking that punch of spices I yearned for. The garlic sauce, although creamy and rich, could have used a tad more garlic punch to elevate the flavor profile.The wrap was well-structured, holding together till the last bite, which I appreciated. The portion size was fair for the price, but the overall flavor profile 👌
Nadia L
at 2023 Oct 31
Nadia L
at 2023 Oct 31
Alex is the kind, hardworking owner. He always makes me feel welcome every time I come to eat. The food is fresh and made with love. The falafel is amazing and the hot sauce is his specialty! Absolutely delicious every single time. You gotta check out this place!!
Osama Baig
at 2023 Oct 30
Osama Baig
at 2023 Oct 30
This is a Decent restaurant. I had the shawarma salad here and I felt like the shawarma was a bit pricey compared to other options. The quality was also pretty decent, as the salad was a basic garden salad (and I had asked for taboulie). The chicken itself isn't white meat, however it is marinated well as to increase the flavors. I probably wouldn't come here again, but maybe their wraps are better
Siobhan Gray
at 2023 Oct 30
Siobhan Gray
at 2023 Oct 30
Stopped in for a late bite, just stumbled across this place while looking for food. Ended up coming back shortly after for more. The beef shawarma was so good we got a second beef and a chicken shawarma to try. All excellent, can’t recommend the food enough.
addia nasir
at 2023 Oct 28
addia nasir
at 2023 Oct 28
Really good food; I got the beef king wrap and it was so good, big portions, and taste is of quality as well. Very nice outdoor sitting area which is such a nice vibe for warm weather, and overall had a really nice aesthetic on the inside as well. Definitely recommend
Very lovely place to eat! The food was great, especially the portions and authentic flavours. The atmosphere was quite pleasant as well with nice seating and decor. Would definitely eat here again and would recommend for sure!
Simon
at 2023 Oct 21
Simon
at 2023 Oct 21
This is a very small restaurant but the food is amazing. Had chicken on z rice and the rice was very fragrant and the sauce was amazing. The chef is really nice and he gave us free lollipops.
Our family of 5 came here for lunch and we ordered the mixed family platter. The food was so delicious and fresh and the portion sizes were very generous! We loved all the different dips and pickled vegetables and the bread was warm and fresh! Our server was very friendly and came to check on us multiple times and refill our hot water for the tea. We really enjoyed our meal here and will be back again!
Steven Lipman
at 2023 Oct 18
Steven Lipman
at 2023 Oct 18
Very disappointed. Firstly, upon my arrival I was ignored as they were too busy playing with their computer. I then placed my order and saw him grab fries from the fry basket that had been previously cooked. I asked if the fries were hot and I was told yes. They were not hot in fact, they weren't even warm. I don't believe I'll be coming back to this restaurant again.
Sia Sen
at 2023 Oct 15
Sia Sen
at 2023 Oct 15
Amazing service, food and people!

Chicken is well marinated and portion sizes are great. Staff are very generous and friendly. Would definitely recommend :)
Deepkaur
at 2023 Oct 11
Deepkaur
at 2023 Oct 11
I visit this location first but I am quite impressed with their customer service…it’s too fast the staff is too friendly . I tried chicken half and half it’s too delicious
Do Ordonot
at 2023 Oct 09
Do Ordonot
at 2023 Oct 09
This place really is plus plus. Inviting customer service guys who serve me are friendly and smiling. They even free, hot tea on for the cooler weather.

I got this chicken, Shawarma with garlic, mayo, hot sauce, and onions. Absolutely delicious from the first bite. Grilled with a crisp. Highly recommended as the reviewer’s have suggestion!
Dave Klassen
at 2023 Oct 06
Dave Klassen
at 2023 Oct 06
I decided to check out Zay Zaman because of the reviews on their falafels. I was definitely not disappointed with their Falafel wrap. My partner enjoyed the cheese manakeesh. She appreciated the nice amount of cheese and the freshness. The owners were very friendly and gave us good service. We are so delighted to have found this place and recommend it highly. Looking forward to being back for another taste.
Christian Palmer
at 2023 Oct 06
Christian Palmer
at 2023 Oct 06
Arguably, one of the best shawarma spots in Sauga! I had a regular chicken shawarma on rice plate with a side of fries and garlic. Taste is exquisite and the portions are mighty generous. Staff is very friendly and inviting. Everything is priced reasonably and they have many deals for couples or groups.
Nick Para
at 2023 Oct 05
Nick Para
at 2023 Oct 05
I don’t understand why google maps say 1am. They asked me to leave 12.
Sarah Jasim
at 2023 Oct 05
Sarah Jasim
at 2023 Oct 05
Horrible. I just placed an order through skip the dishes. The bread doesn’t taste good. The sandwich is extremely dry I added tahini sauce for toppings and I can’t see anything. I’m not sure how to eat this. Just so bad. The picture says it all. Disgusting.
Very welcoming environment as soon as you enter the restaurant the energy there, is vibrant. The owner of the shop very friendly and welcoming.
he’s the one who preparing the food, he is very professionally skilled with the food flavor he cook.
It catch my attention, how he’s caring about, preparing his food with care and flavor behind each dish, he prepared with love and a flavor.
I really enjoyed the food .
I recommend everyone to go there and experience the excellent service,friendly environment and food flavor-so tasty food 😋
💗
Raman singh
at 2023 Sep 29
Raman singh
at 2023 Sep 29
I have went to almost every lazeez, and this location is best in everything. Food Etiquette Cleanliness Not to cheap with chicken or salad, you pay you get food.👌🏻 keep up the good work.
Carrie Guo
at 2023 Sep 28
Carrie Guo
at 2023 Sep 28
I often passed by this restaurant, and this time I finally had a compelling reason to pay it a visit. We kicked off our meal with the hummus dip appetizer, accompanied by delightfully fresh and piping hot bread. The combination was a burst of flavors that left our taste buds dancing with delight!

For my main course, I opted for the Shish Tawook Bowl, and it was a sensational culinary experience. The savory delight of that dish left me completely satisfied and in high spirits. My companions also relished their meals, and the restaurant's extensive selection of vegetarian and vegan options makes it a haven for those with dietary preferences.

I must deduct one star, however, due to the unfortunate timing of our visit. The restaurant was undergoing construction during our meal, inexplicably scheduled for the bustling lunch hour. The clamor of construction proved disruptive to our conversation, with the sharp sounds being particularly distracting. Nevertheless, the exceptional food more than compensates for this inconvenience. I wholeheartedly recommend trying the Shish Tawook Bowl – it's a culinary gem worth savoring!
Sulaiman S.R.
at 2023 Sep 22
Sulaiman S.R.
at 2023 Sep 22
The food is to die for. Amazing taste, for sometime I felt I am actually sitting in some Arab / Middle Eastern country. No difference in the food taste compared to what I used to have in Dubai or Saudi. The ambiance is nice and I love the way you guys have decorated the interior. I gave 3 stars for service because, it took some time to get the staff’s attention as we were seated in a corner, but I assume it was neglect-able because you guys were packed. I am definitely coming back soon.
Lazeez Shawarma blew my mind! The portions were huge! I ordered a Chicken Shawarma Platter, which includes Lentil Rice, Salad, and Potatoes, and it was really enough for two people! But I was a hungry man, and I appreciated such a wholesome and satisfying lunch! 😊 The tastes and flavours were unique for shawarma, but when everything was mixed with the salad, it tasted quite good. If I return to the area then I will return to Lazeez Shawarma for another meal. I would bring my family and friends here. Great value, and a satisfying meal.
Matthew Jones
at 2023 Sep 21
Matthew Jones
at 2023 Sep 21
Got this via a Buy One Get One Free special on Uber Eats. Two of these were lamb and beef wraps while the other two were Falafel wraps. The price was extremely fair for the amount of food you get. Good amount of fries on top of the big wrap with salad and tahini sauce. The Lamb and Beef wrap was tender and juicy while offered great flavour. I’m not the biggest fan of Falafel in general and have never really enjoyed it but surprisingly this one was ok, I didn’t mind the taste and flavour at all which is a job well done in my book. Overall if you are looking for wraps with above average taste and on a budget, this is a solid place to go to/order from. Will order again.
Ghada Ibrahim
at 2023 Sep 20
Ghada Ibrahim
at 2023 Sep 20
I went today and ordered a chicken shawarma sandwich. The service was very fast. My order was taken in less than 5 minutes. The sandwich was warm on the outside and the food on the inside was very cold and tasted bad, as if it had been prepared a long time ago. I will not come back again.
ammar bourini
at 2023 Sep 17
ammar bourini
at 2023 Sep 17
I came here on a saturday and the place was busy, however that did not effect the quality of food. Very nice staff, the owner gave me a beef shawarma cut while I was waiting. I got a chicken and beef shawarma and they were both perfect, in terms of portions, taste and price.
Al-Barr Mirza
at 2023 Sep 14
Al-Barr Mirza
at 2023 Sep 14
The owner uncle is super kind and friendly, went out of his way to take care of my group of friends and I! The food was great, especially the saj chicken wrap, I loved the pomegranate molasses. Definitely give it a try!
If you are looking for the perfect Middle Eastern Schwarma place look no further. I have been looking for two years and finally found a great spot. I have been all over KW and this is by far the best, flavourful, they use traditional Saj, they have the right sauces.
Lora Ramoni
at 2023 Sep 11
Lora Ramoni
at 2023 Sep 11
Hands down one of the best middle eastern restaurants I’ve been to! The waiter was awesome, decor was beautiful, and my god THE FOOD!!! The food was amazing and filling but at the same time so fresh and made perfectly!

Highly recommend the dip platter and the family grill platter
Reem Naddar
at 2023 Sep 10
Reem Naddar
at 2023 Sep 10
Thank you Shawerma Plus for catering my daughter's 3rd birthday! I couldn't have asked for better service! I was stressed out because the birthday was planned last minute and I wasn't sure what or how much to feed the parents. I reached out to Jawad and he instantly put me at ease and said he will take care of everything for me! He asked for 30min and then he called me back with a full menu at an extremely reasonable price! The honesty is what made this experience the most special because I actually asked for more sandwiches and he recommended that I didn't need them! Thank you so much and I can't wait to use your services again!

P.S. Several of my friends have been going to this location since the event! They're become regulars! Lol! =)
Sanjaya Jayakody
at 2023 Aug 25
Sanjaya Jayakody
at 2023 Aug 25
Authentic flavors of mid east and great quality at reasonable prices. Wonderful staff and great service. They run the show as it supposed to run. Usually a busy restaurant. We loved the food and it’s a great experience to be there. We tried fewer dishes and it was fresh and newly prepared ingredients. Happy tummy yummy! Great job.
Sal Balooch
at 2023 Aug 23
Sal Balooch
at 2023 Aug 23
There are a lot of lazeez franchises all over the gta, and I personally go out of my way drive 25 mins to have my food made by this location & not only the food is fresh but the customer service is exponentially good. Beyond expectation !
Kamal & mani always know how to keep a customer coming back !
I would recommend everyone to check out this location
summer abdelrahman
at 2023 Aug 23
summer abdelrahman
at 2023 Aug 23
I absolutely love it everything about this store. The food, the staff, atmosphere etc. That first bite of the food told me everything I need to know about how my meal will go! I was with 2 other people and they agreed as well. The menu was very simple to understand and the staff helped me with anything I didn't understand. The staff was so sweet to us they not only gave us a free falafel plate (that was delicious btw, like a taste of home ♥️) but also a free barbican drink!! Overall 20/10 everything! Would definitely recommend you visit them for a great shawarma experience.
Loved the food! The garlic sauce was the highlight. I recommend getting the plates as they come with fries/rice. Wraps are huge and make a good meal too. Next time I’m gonna get the dip sampler.
Nasir Mohyuddin
at 2023 Aug 20
Nasir Mohyuddin
at 2023 Aug 20
Excellent service. The mix platter was mouthwatering. Choice of indoor or out door seating. It's a Must go to this shisha place.
J
at 2023 Aug 18
J
at 2023 Aug 18
If you want delicious Lebanese, Middle Eastern, food, you must try this restaurant, you will not be disappointed!

Plenty of free parking at the front ad rear of the building.

Clean and love the atmosphere, which has authentic Lebanese music!

Our server was absolutely fantastic! She was attentive, fast, friendly and polite. We attended for a Sunday lunch, which was not busy at all.

Food ordering is done via smartphone; you scan a QR code at your table and order. It's very easy, fast and you get an email confirming your order. You pay at your table afterwards. I waited a few days before this review and thus far have never received any type of advertising or spam email from this restaurant.

Portion sizes are very generous and very tasty!!
I was impressed with the Vegetarian Plate. The falafels were perfectly prepared and fresh; not dry and like hockey pucks that some places have. If you like eggplant, you will love them here! Very well seasoned and cooked to perfection!

The Chicken Shawarma Plate was absolutely fantastic and worth coming here just for this dish; it was mouth-watering!! The garlic dipping sauce was very good but I wish it had a stronger garlic taste.

The Fatoush and Jerusalem Salads were both very tasty.

The rice was well cooked and seasoned perfectly; as were the fries.

All in all, this was a very pleasant experience and the food is definitely worth us returning for.
The food is amazing, very authentic, and delicious.
They catered for me a party of 20 people, and everyone loved the Mansaf Lamb.
The meat was mouth-watering and excellent.

Keep up the great work.
Roma
at 2023 Aug 09
Roma
at 2023 Aug 09
Lovely restaurant with ample seating. Delicious middle eastern cuisine. Hugely satisfying portion sizes and accordingly priced. Worth the food.
Lots of options to choose from. U order through the QR code, add your table number. Pay after at the restaurant.
Don't forget to end your meal with the Turkish coffee and some dessert. They run out of the desserts (Harissa, aka.Basbousa) quickly! Had to make do with the German chocolate cake instead
One thing I do not prefer is entering personal information like email while ordering through the payee interface (that's not optional!) hoping something can be done to change this.
Ovin Gamage
at 2023 Aug 07
Ovin Gamage
at 2023 Aug 07
The place is good as it's open late at night. The food was not the best. I think this place is good for Shisha, not for food.

We tried the waffle, shawarma plate and shawarma wrap. It was alright but we have tried much better food in many other places.
Mahnaaz Ahmed
at 2023 Aug 03
Mahnaaz Ahmed
at 2023 Aug 03
This branch has the worst fries I've ever eaten. Tasteless and bland.. the hospital gave me better fries. Also the food tastes different based on who is making it. If you're lucky you may get a girl who makes it really good, or you may get someone who doesn't know how to make a wrap and is extremely greedy with the toppings and sauce. I had a falafel sandwich and it was so so dry. Barely had any lettuce or sauce. I used to love going here but I think from now on I'll avoid it.
a lyons
at 2023 Aug 03
a lyons
at 2023 Aug 03
The moment I walked in I was greeted with smile. Later did I learn the the owners name is Alex and he is a chef. The chicken shawarma is amazing and tasty. The value is good considering the super size is a giant. I didn’t get hot sauce on my shawarma but the owner Alex, later convinced me to add some to my shawarma. It is his hot sauce made from scratch and best believe I will add hot sauce from now on. Hidden gem in Mississauga great place!
Great spot in Kitchener for a sit down middle eastern / Palestinian shawarma or mashawi meal. The fresh hot and puffy bread is delicious with their Mtabal or humus. We also had the lentil soup, chicken and been wraps and we enjoyed it all. The portions are huge and perfect for sharing in that respect price is decent if you factor the sharing.
We will be coming back.
Urooj Ahmed
at 2023 Aug 01
Urooj Ahmed
at 2023 Aug 01
Great food, cool aesthetics and spacious.
Would like to appreciate their worker *Quinn* ( Hope I have got the name right)
Such a pleasant person and super helpful in setting birthday decor for our friend.
Food was amazing, authentic middle eastern food (a blend of Lebanese / Iraqi cuisine )
Service could have been a little better.However, a great experience
Overall 8/10
I had a disappointing experience at this restaurant. It was a Sunday afternoon, and despite being the second customer, the worker seemed preoccupied with a personal call while taking my order. I ordered a falafel wrap with medium spiciness, but it turned out to be super duper spicy, making it inedible. Moreover, the falafel itself tasted tangy and seemed to have gone bad.

Unfortunately, I couldn't return or get a refund as I was in a hurry. I won't be revisiting this restaurant and cannot recommend it to others either.
Mohamad Ghnoum
at 2023 Jul 28
Mohamad Ghnoum
at 2023 Jul 28
Lazeez is a shawarma place that I wish I had never visited. My experience was so bad that I had to give it 1 star. Everything from the wet, drenched meat, to the non-traditional toppings added to the shawarma stack, made me regret ever entering Lazeez.

The shawarma itself looked and tasted like it had been sitting in the sauce for hours. It was unpleasantly soggy and utterly unappetizing to me. Plus, it was incredibly messy, and the sauces dripped all over my clothes, which was very annoying.

The worst part, though, was the toppings. Who in their right mind would put Philly cheese or cauliflower on a shawarma? I was expecting traditional toppings like onions, tomatoes, and lettuce, but what I got was a bizarre mixture of ingredients that didn't complement the shawarma's savory flavor at all.

In conclusion, I cannot, in good conscience, recommend Lazeez to anyone. I was incredibly disappointed with my dining experience there, and I don't think anyone else deserves to go through this. The only positive aspect was that the parking was not an issue. But overall, I would never go back to Lazeez and would advise others to steer clear of this place. There are so many other shawarma places out there that are much better, so why settle for less?
Tarun Bassi
at 2023 Jul 28
Tarun Bassi
at 2023 Jul 28
A great middle eastern restaurant with some great food options, including kebabs , hummus , pies and much more. We enjoyed our time here and tried a lot of different things. We were here on a weekday for dinner around 7pm and easily got a table. Lots of parking in the plaza. Great place to have a nice dinner/lunch with your family and friends.
Chris.n Nguyen
at 2023 Jul 24
Chris.n Nguyen
at 2023 Jul 24
Amazing local shawarma place that you won't be disappointed in.

Portions are great, quality of food is all there and service is always quick and friendly. If you ever have any additional requests, like extra crispy fries or just a little more sauce, they are very eager to accommodate as well! Heck, they might even throw in an cheese cake which they sell now from the cheese cake factory.

Always a pleasure eating at Asli and I hope this review gives more people the opportunity to give them a try!
Mohammed Yousif
at 2023 Jul 23
Mohammed Yousif
at 2023 Jul 23
Title: A Shawarma Lover's Paradise: Shawerma Plus Restaurant Review

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5 stars)

If you're a shawarma lover like me and enjoy amazing falafel, look no further than Shawerma Plus Restaurant! My recent dining experience here left me utterly satisfied, and I can't wait to share my thoughts about this fantastic eatery.

From the moment we walked in, we were greeted warmly by the restaurant team. Their genuine kindness and helpfulness made us feel right at home. They were more than willing to answer any questions we had about the menu and offered great suggestions on what to try. Their passion for their food and dedication to customer service truly impressed us.

Speaking of the food, the shawarma and falafel at Shawerma Plus are beyond compare. The flavors burst with authenticity, and the attention to detail in every bite was evident. The shawarma was perfectly seasoned and tender, wrapped in soft and fresh pita bread. The falafel, crispy on the outside and delightfully moist on the inside, was a true delight. Whether you're a meat lover or a vegetarian, you'll find something to savor on their menu.

Moreover, the service was fast and efficient without compromising the high quality of the dishes. Despite a busy evening, our orders arrived promptly, and the staff ensured we had everything we needed throughout our meal. This level of attentiveness made the dining experience even more enjoyable.

I visited Shawerma Plus with my family and some guests, and I'm thrilled to say that everyone left with smiles on their faces and full stomachs. They were equally impressed with the taste and quality of the food, which was evident from the clean plates and satisfied expressions.

To complement this review, I've attached some photos taken after we devoured everything on our plates. The dishes were as visually appealing as they were scrumptious, and I believe the images capture the essence of our delightful experience.

In conclusion, if you're a shawarma and falafel enthusiast seeking an exceptional dining experience, Shawerma Plus Restaurant is the place to go. The combination of delicious food, friendly staff, and top-notch service make this restaurant a standout gem in the city. I can't wait to return and indulge in their mouthwatering offerings once again!
Amazing shawarma, amazing pizza, the owner is a real chef trained in Milano Italy! Really nice guy and great service. Hidden little gem, go here you won't be disappointed.
One of the best shawarma spots I have ever been to and also very clean restaurant. This is a real gem any time I’m in the area this is the only place I come to eat. Need to try everything on the menu including the pizza but my go to is the dinner. Great friendly owner who always takes care of you aswell he is a real chef aswell !
Ali
at 2023 Jul 01
Ali
at 2023 Jul 01
With over three thousand plus reviews on Google, this place needs no introduction. Definitely in the top ten places to experience if you're visiting Mississauga.

My first experience here was a bit different. The restaurant has come a long way since then. The service is five stars, and the food is delicious, hands down. The menu has been refreshed with a number of interesting options. Wait time was short, ordering was a breeze, and the food presentation was next level. Everything we ordered was flavourful right down to the last bite.

Definitely adding this place to our local favorites, and yes, we highly recommend it. East Tea Can, always eclectic!👌
Adam Fosfi
at 2023 Jun 27
Adam Fosfi
at 2023 Jun 27
Excellent food, staff and atmosphere, we ordered our go to the Large shawarma Family platter and it tasted very good, they also offer complimentary tea on the side which is something nice to finish off, the washrooms are very nice with nostalgic and iconic cartoon references in it.
Sohanee
at 2023 Jun 26
Sohanee
at 2023 Jun 26
Searching answers 😜… My taste buds are bad or Shawarma was bad….!! However, warning for future customers, don’t add veggies in shawarma otherwise you’ll not find any meat there 😁😁😁
Pok Guy
at 2023 Jun 22
Pok Guy
at 2023 Jun 22
The meat is scooped from a container and not cut directly from a shawarma machine so obviously the chicken was dry. Only giving 2 stars because they were generous with the portions.
jay 24
at 2023 Jun 18
jay 24
at 2023 Jun 18
I ordered at night and picked it up. I live
25 minutes away and I come home with a big piece of hair in my food and burnt salty pieces of rice all in food in just my first couple of bites this happened. On top of that I called the restaurant 3 times at 1:30am when there was still 3 workers there 2 of them which were sitting down. And no answer on the phone. Absolutely disgusting. I can’t even get to the restaurant because I live so far and won’t be compensated for anything.
jaz shakir
at 2023 Jun 15
jaz shakir
at 2023 Jun 15
Ordered shawarma pizza based on previous reviews and advertised image. Image advertised on their website did not match what was delivered. As to quality, it was a cheese pizza with a few pieces of shawarma chicken . If you're looking for good shawarma pizza, I suggest to go else where.
Ooh Dear, Atleast me,never has that tasty and tummy full Shawarma.
The meast is so fresh and tender.
The guy who seems to me the owner is very nice and the staff girl is nice and careful about shawarma preparation.
Can't rate less than 5 stars ✨️
Goran J
at 2023 Jun 11
Goran J
at 2023 Jun 11
I have been to Zay Zaman multiple times and have never been let down by the quality of the service or the food. The food is fresh and prepared carefully each time. The service is genuine and friendly. It is a pleasure coming to support the restaurant and a pleasure to eat here as well. The portions are excellent and it is the best shawarma I have had in and outside KW.
Pree
at 2023 May 27
Pree
at 2023 May 27
I ordered 4 chicken Shawarma wraps today and 1 had a whole bunch of tomatoes 8-10 slices (photo attached) & very less chicken. I noticed the quality is getting poor day by day. When u order chicken wrap it should have good quantity of chicken & not whole bunch of tomatoes & salad leaves. Very very disappointed.
Paul D
at 2023 May 20
Paul D
at 2023 May 20
This shawarma salad was actually really good
What I enjoyed the most was everything was home made in house from hummus to pickled turnip to there garlic and hot sauce that's what I like to see from these small shawarma places...I will definitely come again and try something else ....good job guys!
Maysoun Somo
at 2023 May 20
Maysoun Somo
at 2023 May 20
I came on last Tuesday and they were have a new Item with daily special two Lunch boxes $ 19.99 really it was nice options comes with it. The chicken and Beef were juicy and delicious also their Falafel wraps and on the rocks.
Excellent place.
Authentic Syrian / Lebanese cuisine, food is delicious and staff are courteous.

We have been to Arabesque several times before and the dining-in experience is great.

We also had the opportunity to order pickup, family platters and the experience is great. The food is delicious, quantities are large. 1/2 family platter was enough for 3 persons to eat well.
We highly recommend Arabesque.
Best shawarma in the Guelph / Kitchener area! Drove 30mins to try it and was so worth it!! The servers are so friendly and helpful. The pita is fresh and delicious. Everything was so so yummy. Really great experience, will definitely be back!
Jose Maalouf
at 2023 Apr 16
Jose Maalouf
at 2023 Apr 16
It's one of my favorite places for Mediterranean food. I'm a regular customer, and will be coming more. Food, price and everything else is great.
mariam akbar
at 2023 Apr 14
mariam akbar
at 2023 Apr 14
My experience was absolutely garbage. I ordered 2 poutines but I got 2 POOtines. Chicken was missing and they gave us crusty musty dusty cheese curds. Fries were way overcooked and instead of gravy they gave us a garlic and BBQ sauce soup. The food looked like it came out of a clogged sink. Stay away from this place!!! I hope I don't end up vomiting.🤢🤢🤢
Anna Kosnik
at 2023 Apr 03
Anna Kosnik
at 2023 Apr 03
Sorry, the food was good but my girlfriend chocked on a chicken bone from a shawarma wrap. And I didn’t receive my fries which I payed for. All around not to good. Love for you to make it up to me.
These meals were ordered late on Sunday evening. They were a delivery order to the door through skip the dishes.
Zuzu Sanamm
at 2023 Feb 22
Zuzu Sanamm
at 2023 Feb 22
Whole restaurant was smelling so bad. Customer service was worst and food was tasteless I recommend not to go there because of the reviews on google they even tried to charge us for extra water which we didn’t order so we have to wait for 10 min because they want to make sure what we ordered and plus they even charged us extra money because we didn’t ate food which we left all food and shisha was bad too where we have to change pip because smoke was not coming properly but they don’t do anything.
Sara Damlakhi
at 2023 Jan 26
Sara Damlakhi
at 2023 Jan 26
The best shawarma in Toronto, taste really good and always taste the same highly recommended
They have a lot of options to choose from
They also have app to order online it’s great app you can order before coming in so you won’t have to wait and you can find great deals using their app
Previously known as La Mill.

Myself and a girlfriend were hunting for a sheesha place at 2 pm. We are not addicts, just looking to catch up after a long time. The only place we found in the Mississauga area was Cafe sheesha.

Over all the place needs a reno, it looks and feels a bit dated. But they do offer 3 separate seating areas. The outdoor and lounge area are much nicer and comfortable with a nice ambience as well.

Their music was stop and go. It would stop for a while and then start playing really loud. Hopefully it was just that day.

The food was good overall, the meat tasted a little dry and the dessert was not fresh and served 80% frozen. Not what you want at a restaurant. That is why I gave the food a 3*. Also they don't serve tap water or so I was told.

We ordered the blue mist sheesha. It was good, not the best I have had at other places. They were very good with replacing the coal.

The service was good overall, but because we were in the lounge we felt like the forgotten ones. The service definitely kicked up by 5 pm. They were very friendly.
Great and underrated shawarma place in Kitchener. Their wraps are toasted well, they have parsley in their list of toppings (which is generally a big miss in the area!) and they put fries into your wrap and if you ask them. Check it out!
The best go to place for sheesha in Mississauga, reasonably priced, long lasting sheesha flavors and their traditional tea is awesome to go with sheehsa.

Reach out to Mr. Mahmoud co-owner is an amazing host, he was very kind and gave us a discount too and ofcourse awesome customer service by Ahmed and Lara.
Usama H
at 2022 Nov 22
Usama H
at 2022 Nov 22
One of the best shawarma plates I've eaten. Place is clean and welcoming playing music. Staff are friendly and working as a unit. Got a Mixed club plate and a Lamb Wrap. Absolutely delicious. Hot and fresh. I can taste what I'm eating. Plate comes with pickled, turnips, sliced carrot and cucumber, crispy fries and diced shawarma with mixed meats. Comes with choices of hot sauce, pomegranate sauce, and garlic sauce. So good! Got me order in 10 minutes. Not bad! Will come back.
Ahmad Karim
at 2022 Aug 10
Ahmad Karim
at 2022 Aug 10
The taste took me back to Jordan.
The food quality is amazing, big portions so you are not leaving the place not 110% full.
Nice friendly staff and lovely decorations in the restaurant.
Abed R
at 2022 Jul 20
Abed R
at 2022 Jul 20
Not bad but could use some improvements on a few small things such as the chicken, it should be sliced thinly instead of chunks (at least it’s not dry though). Coleslaw just tastes like nothing, no flavour at all. Shawarma plate use to have more finesse, the thin slices on top of your plate, fresh fries, etc.
I put the 3 stars for the food and hookah both was very good but why i didn’t put the 2 more stars for two reasons:-
- The workers are good but they need some training of ( services & hospitality), i ask them to bring empty dishes and spoons and forks because they bring the food only
- The restaurant need some deep cleaning and more organizing , the windows and doors was dirty, the outdoor area need more clean
Emran H
at 2022 Jul 04
Emran H
at 2022 Jul 04
This place is very crowded but for a very good reason. The options given are very unique and greatly executed. The best middle Eastern restaurant I have ever had in canada. The food is very well presented and all has a strong punch of flavor. I would 100% recommend it to anyone looking for a nice middle Eastern place. Some food even has inspiration taken from other cultures. The only problem you could ever encounter here is the waiting area. Most weekends the place is packed so you will have to wait approximately 5-10 minutes to get a table. Over all a 10/10 experience especially during their fun events like the Christmas and summer ones. Most of the bad reviews are very unfair to this place or are really old and from what I've noticed the restaurant learns from all its mistakes as it is fairly new ( 2019 - 2020 from memory ) . I hope anyone who reads this review will have as nice of an experience as me and my family did 👍
M
at 2022 Jun 23
M
at 2022 Jun 23
I can see why this place is so favored there's 3 area's to choose from to sit the shisha ain't too bad the food is served on a platter very aesthetic even have cheesecake factory cakes the staff are very personable my only complaint smoking on the job at least close the door not too professional.
Alex Reviews
at 2022 Jun 04
Alex Reviews
at 2022 Jun 04
I come here all the time it is so good they make it right consistently. They don’t go gentle with the extra sauce and I’m quite sure the owner of lazeez owner is involved in this location, I’ve seen him help around and the food is 👌
Hamza Hasan
at 2022 Jun 02
Hamza Hasan
at 2022 Jun 02
Almost got charged 9.06 for a SMALL on the rocks. Didn’t believe I was a student, and this happened like 3 times in the last month, and 2 of those times was by the same person. Ordered a lentil rice, given regular rice. And the rice is hard too. This location used to be good, but I’m not going to spend 5 dollars on hard rice layered with a couple pieces of chicken and garlic sauce.
Mary M
at 2022 May 24
Mary M
at 2022 May 24
What drew me to this place was the outdoor patio covered in lights. The ambiance just appeared to be great as I was walking by that I finally decided to come for dinner.

You just have to walk through the doors and are instantly surrounded by the aroma of what a shisha spot typically smells like. This restaurant is very large. The crowd appeared to be much older, music was at a decent volume so we could actually engage in conversation.

Food: anything that involved shawarma chicken was extremely dry. We had to dip our saj chicken sandwich into sauce to be able to eat It. Same for the platter, it was very bland.

Chicken Fatteh is what brought this review to a 3. This was tasty.

Shisha: decent shisha/flavors.

Service: they were welcoming but the service was slow!
Best shawarma I ever had!!
I loved the Smokey flavour in
chicken shawarma wrap. The lady working there is kind and polite. Thank u for amazing taste as well as quality :)
Hassan Hawash
at 2021 Dec 22
Hassan Hawash
at 2021 Dec 22
Zay Zaman
A Review by Hassan Hawash

Whenever I go grocery shopping over at Ammar’s or get a haircut at Othman’s, I look forward to a shawarma at Zay Zaman’s. It’s a real treat, a snack cum meal, a good fill. The Middle East’s answer to fast food is not only flavourful, but healthy as well and oh do the good people over at Zaman do it so well.

Having indulged in shawarmas in many a restaurant in the Middle East and a few here in Kitchener, Toronto and Winnipeg, I’ve come to appreciate the experience and effort that is a Zaman shawarma. I love it that the always fresh pita bread is dabbed generously with a touch of lemon infused garlic sauce, a healthy helping of pickles and then a veritable smorgasbord of healthy fixings to choose from before the crispy chicken is shaved per order off the rotisserie spit. Copious amounts of the shaved chicken are then placed in the pita pockets. After that, for added taste Yussef gave my shawarmas a brush up against behind the spit along the heat and then on the grill for good measure for a few minutes. This process turns out a great mouthwatering delicious zesty full on chicken shawarma wrap.

To literally wrap up, you get great bang for your buck at Zaman’s where you’ll get the true taste you are supposed to experience. We keep coming back for more. Irrestible!!!
Adew
at 2021 Dec 14
Adew
at 2021 Dec 14
Amazing food, asked them to make the half and half with extra garlic sauce and it was mind-blowing. Best Lazeez branch I have tried so far. The staff are also amazing and have lots of energy. Keep up the good food and work.
Zuher Youssef
at 2021 Nov 22
Zuher Youssef
at 2021 Nov 22
I went to Alfawal with some friends. The place has a rustic and classic touch on its decoration, and it’s a pleasant place to be as long as you don’t mind the shisha smoke. I ordered black tea, chicken fatteh dip and a saj chicken shawarma. Both we’re good, but not remarkable. I personally wouldn’t come back for the food as it’s just good, but the tea and staff are excellent.
First visit to ALFAWL. Very impressed with the customer service. Basically, two young youth, a young lady and a young man who catered to every request with a smile. We had foul, falafel and fatoush as appetizers. The sauce for the fatoush was spectacular, I believe it was pomegranade sour sauce. I had the kofta platter and my wife had the chicken shawerma platter. Both were delicious. Garlic sauce was amazing. We ended our meal with a fine kenafa with cheese and ice cream. It was well done, right out of the oven. The staff were very attentive and super polite. We are sure coming back!!!
Tasty shawarma, I used to get the chicken shawarma wrap for a long time and the large one is always big enough for two!! Today I tried the ON-Rice shawarma with all sauces on top and would definitely be coming back for it!! Alex is also very friendly and welcoming ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Zarqa Shafiq
at 2021 Jul 17
Zarqa Shafiq
at 2021 Jul 17
My husband & I, had an amazing experience dining here. The service was Awesome, especially our server Naya, was friendly, kind & courteous. Food wait was prompt & was very delicious, fresh breads, meat was tender, juicy & seasoned just right. Serving was good.
Pleasant atmosphere and very chill with the outdoor patio, inside seating is also spacious and nice decor. We would definitely come again and recommend to others. Thanks for a wonderful time.
Sunoj Rajan
at 2021 May 29
Sunoj Rajan
at 2021 May 29
Not the best anymore. For $17+ it's not worth it.
Quality has reduced, but packaging has gotten fancier.
I respect owners.
Hope you change things.
Ahmed Shehab
at 2018 Aug 15
Ahmed Shehab
at 2018 Aug 15
The place is very spacious.

I came many times but never felt that its a family destination. They serve hookah and smoke is everywhere, plus there are groups of singles and youngsters were you can’t feel comfortable with your family.

The servers have put reserved tags on the outdoor seatings so they keep them for their close/VIP customers.

The hot drinks are not hot at all. I have returned my order to get them warm.
Sylvia Ayoub
at 2018 Jul 15
Sylvia Ayoub
at 2018 Jul 15
Wish there was more than 5 stars to give. Make sure u order one of their unbelievably good milkshakes.
I simply love this place!
Younas
at 2016 Dec 22
Younas
at 2016 Dec 22
The face at the door wasn't welcoming, the service wasn't bad. I was there for ful/fool the traditional fava beans dish (I believe), was disappointed by the taste and how it looks since a whole lot of chickpeas were added there. Atmosphere was good, drinks also taste well and good Sheesha. The manager looking person also offered complementary kebab roll which was a nice gesture and taste very well.