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    Mr. Shawarma

    4.5 (721 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    MR. SHAWARMA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Beef and lamb shawarma pita with fries
    Damien J.

    Sophia and I ate lunch at one of our favorite spots on the Southside this past Saturday. For years, Mr. Shawarma has been a place to enjoy Middle Eastern food for a decent price. It has been a year since I posted an updated review so it was time for a revisit. Foot traffic was decent with a big set of folks who were from ODU eating inside. And the staff was quite busy when we walked in. It didn't take long at all for us fo place our orders. I selected the beef and lamb shawarma including hummus and jalapeno for the base, eggplant, cabbage, the tomato/cucumber salad mix, pickles and garlic sauce along with a side of fries. The pita was really good with the protein and veggies. I must say the jalapeno added much needed spice to the meal. All of this came together as usual. Unfortunately, I was a bit disappointed with the fries and so was Sophia. They tasted hard and a bit stale. I wondered if they just had a batch standing there for a good while. I did finish over half of it, but the rest I couldn't eat. Besides the fries situation, the meal was good enough to be full. We will back for more, hopefully at their Virginia Beach location next time :)

    Tom C.

    I'm visiting here just for few days Mr shawarma it's a chain .food is decent. just stumble here .we try lamb &beef shawarma bowls. Chicken shawarma bowl . Chicken falafel portion pretty big even the gave soda on the house it's nice touch people are soft and polite lady explains things very nice . Chicken shawarma bowl was good chicken falafel taste good as well only one problem lamb or beef meat smell off that's why 4 star other wise overall it's good place to enjoy middle eastern food. And Ambiance just okay I wish them lots of good luck .

    Prasanya M.

    Food is Amazing!!! I had been a regular customer for past few years never disappointed!!! The Staff are very friendly and super active... Hope they continue the Quality of food!!! Missing the pickled carrots.. hope they bring back soon... There is a parking right opposite to this place so it's very convenient...

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    Fina K.

    When walking in the atmosphere is cafeteria style with modern decore seating. You know I love the concept cafeteria style! You get to chose what fixings you want in your bowl, wrap or pita. I chose the pita with beef & lamb, and so surprised how huge the it was. Definitely tasty! I also ordered the fried eggplant, but was just a little salty for my taste. The side peppers was nice added bonus. I would come back if ever in the area, but sorta spoiled at my local spot.

    Giles D.

    Finally I was able to swing by this past weekend and it was exactly what I thought it would be. I got the lamb and beef shawarma bowl with everything on it. Even the eggplant which I was nervous about was pretty good. I may tell them light eggplant next time because I'm not a huge fan of the larger piece's texture. The falafel was the best I've ever had! The outside was crispy but the inside was so moist, fragrant, and just a great addition to the meal. All of the food was fresh, and flavorful. Speedy service, clean, simplistic atmosphere; I can't wait to come back!

    Make your own wrap
    Young K.

    The food here is amazingly good, but it is a little expensive. I am a big lamb person, and the shwarma was extra juicy. They gave us a good amount of hot peppers, which were a lot saltier than I thought it would be: more salty than pickled vinegar flavor. The hummus and grilled eggplant and vegetables were amazing with the lamb and beef. The fries on the side were a lot more greasy than I like and less crispy, but it went really well with the bowl. I really appreciated the pita bread that came with the bowl because it paired really well with everything combined. I can eat the whole bowl in one sitting. It's a good size bowl, and they stuffed my fiance's wrap. It was wrapped pretty well. The staff is very nice, and they are more than happy to give you more of something if you ask. Parking is across the street, just a minute walk.

    Hummus
    Monica T.

    Service was outstanding, friendly staff. Food was equally great. Perfect for keto or low carb diets. I got the beef and husband got chicken. Did splurge on hummus, veggies and pickles. All were delicious. Plenty of food. Also kudos for very clean bathroom! Will visit again when in area!

    Beef & Lamb Bowl
    Ryan V.

    Got the beef and lamb bowl with the tahini sauce. Decent amount of protein. Rice portion was on the smaller side ended up ordering an extra side order. Sauce tasted great over the lamb. Staff provided great service as well as information on the different flavor profiles.

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    Myra E.

    This restaurant is very clean, the customer service is great, and the food is fresh and tasty. I ordered the falafel wrap with hummus, jalapeño cilantro schug, fried eggplant, onions with sumac, fresh parsley, and cucumber and tomatoes topped with tahini sauce. Everything tasted fresh. When my fiancé and I walked in we saw that the there were only a few pieces of falafel left and asked if a fresh batch was being brought out soon. The employee that helped start our order asked one of the other employees to make a fresh batch of falafel. That employee was sweeping the floors when she was asked about the new batch of falafel and when she finished sweeping she immediately changed her gloves to work on the batch. When the batch was finished they finished making my wrap and all of the ingredients tasted SO fresh. I have a dairy allergy and appreciated the non-dairy vegan options they had. All the tables were clean and the bathrooms were clean as well. They also have a pretty outdoor dining space. They are a bit pricey, so be prepared. A wrap for me and my fiancé without fries, a side or a drink cost $32. Overall I would recommend this restaurant and will go back again in the future.

    Beef & Lamb Shawarma Pita
    Ara A.

    Yet another delicious lunch at Mr. Shawarma. I had my go to lamb and beef pita. The service was quick and very polite. Generous portions and you can go wrong. Love the garlic sauce topping my pita. Don't forget they offer a military discount!

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    Isaac H.

    I came because my friend is addicted to this place and swears by it each time they went.....I might be a believer too now! I love shawarma and have been trying to find some for a LONG time and I was excited to find out this place existed!! Off the bat, super upbeat and vibrant environment, good music, it's a very spacious restaurant! The service was amazing!! Super personable and friendly! When my friends and I were asking about the menu, they took the time to explain every detail of it. MOST IMPORTANTLY, we were waiting for the rest of our group to show up and they offered us free falafels while we waited. It was definitely an unprompted gesture and I'm grateful to them for that. Food quality? You gotta hurry over there and find out ASAP! The meal tasted great, you definitely get good portions and if you get the meal option....expect quite a good amount of food on your plate. As good as it was, I couldn't finish my meal - thankfully they do take-out. **If you're military, they do a 10% military discount** 10/10 would definitely recommend!!!!

    Ace E.

    Fantastic food, really great for a change of pace. Service is very nice and fast. Having the meat on a vertical spit that they shave off in front of you really lets you know you're getting quality ingredients. Coming back here absolutely! Ambiance is casual nice.

    Nancy H.

    I may have found my new favorite quick and easy lunch spot! Luckily for me, this location is right near an area that I come to often for appointments so it's an easy spot to stop at. They don't have their own parking, but it is easy to utilize the parking lot across the street. I came a bit after opening, around 11:30am to grab lunch to-go and was greeted with a very warm welcome. Right away, I was impressed by the hospitality and service that every employee provided. Smiles, suggestions, samples of their specialties. Service was seriously top-notch. For food, I ordered a bowl. You can also do a wrap or a pita, but figured I would get the best of both worlds with the bowl since it comes with a pita on the side. I was right. I got half chicken, half lamb/beef gyro. Although there was some in the tub available, the staff went above and beyond to shave some off the skewer in front of me, providing a very hot, fresh meal! Both meats were delicious, but I preferred the lamb/beef, as expected. I am not picky at all, so got a bit of all the toppings and sauces. The flavor combos were out of this world. I also got a side of falafel, which was fantastic and super reasonably priced. Don't skip on Mr. Shawarma!

    Chicken Shawarma Bowl with rice, fried eggplant, cucumber and tomato salad, onion

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    Definitely amazing food, very attentive when placing your order and a friendly atmosphere , I will definitely be back soon

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    Ask the Community - Mr. Shawarma

    Are there halal options here?

    It's %100 Kosher which could mean that It's Halal as well! That is your part to know

    Where is this place in the street, google maps messes it up and there's no storefront?

    Its right across from the parking lot where the new ALDI is.

    What happened to the original fries?

    It’s been so hard to cook it fast. We had to change. We’ll find a way to cook it faster and hopefully we’ll bring it back;)

    Can you can any of the dishes without oils and low sugars and no salt or breads?

    What diet is that?

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    Tamarind Restaurant is one of our favorite restaurants in the Norfolk area for authentic Indian…read morecuisine. The dishes are always fresh and flavorful, and we especially recommend bhel and chili paneer. The restaurant features a simple, clean interior, and the service is attentive and welcoming. Catering is available for those interested.

    Tamarind is a fast-casual Indian restaurant, so if you're looking for something more casual or your…read moretypical restaurant, this probably isn't the place to go. When you enter, you order at the counter. If you are dining in, you choose where you'd like to sit, and your food is brought out on trays. They do use paper plates and plastic utensils, but again, it is fast-casual. They have a vegetarian side of the menu and then a side with meat. The only meat they offer is chicken. We got the Chicken Biryani and the Chicken Curry and garlic naan. We asked for it to be VERY mild. The flavor was all very good but I would not call it mild lol that's probably my only complaint - it was a little too spicy for me. I have been to other Indian places that offer American mild, medium, hot AND indian mild, medium, hot. I think they realize that they are able to tolerate a lot more spice! I would say my meal was probably "Indian" mild. I realize spice is subjective, and I am a wimp! They offer a variety of different drinks in their cooler and they have a filtered water station. They do not offer ice at all. Our food came out very fast but was still PIPING hot and fresh! The customer service was excellent. The gentlemen at the counter was extremely nice! During our meal one of the women from the kitchen came out to use the restroom but stopped to ask us how our meal was and to let them know if we needed anything. Very sweet people! I would absolutely recommend this place for a flavor, service, and If you like spicy!

    Mr. Shawarma - mideastern - Updated May 2026

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