I visited N'joy Shawarma with my friends for a casual meal and found it to be a standard but satisfying shawarma spot.
From the outside, it has a large sign in yellow and black with an image of a spit roast. While I liked its simplicity, it looked similar to at least 2 other shawarma restaurants, making me think it might be from a generic template.
Even though it was hot outside, it wasn't necessarily cool inside. The no-frills setting featured a TV playing captivating music videos, and there were plenty of empty tables. The only person working, who seemed to be the owner, greeted us warmly and was very attentive throughout the ordering process. The restaurant offered the standard items like stuffed pita, shawarma plates, and kebab plates. Here's what I got:
Chicken Shawarma Plate: Served in a takeout box, the shawarma plate was very saucy and full of flavours. In fact, it was too saucy, and I generally enjoy saucy foods. With the power of sauces, the dish worked out despite using white rice and having some burned ends on the chicken slices. Even the veggies were well-seasoned, which felt a bit overwhelming overall. The hot sauce didn't impress me.
There was a stairway downstairs, but it didn't lead to a washroom. I couldn't find it and eventually gave up.
Overall, N'joy Shawarma meets expectations but doesn't stand out as extraordinary. For locals, it might be worth getting a takeout, but it's not a place that warrants a special trip. With plenty of other options in the area, I'm not sure if I'll be back unless I'm specifically craving shawarma and happen to be nearby. read more