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    Shawarma Cafe

    4.4 (28 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Mixed plate chicken and beef with hummus
    Tiffany C.

    Perfect place to get your shawarma! Perfect portions for individuals or even sharing!! Comes with pita bread every order! I got the chicken and beef mixed plate! Sooo yummy!! The chicken and beef consistency was perfect and so juicy! Definitely would come back for more! They were super fast with the food and made sure my whole order was perfect! I ordered a total of 6 items, things came out within 15-20 minutes!

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    Brenda K.

    I've heard of Falafel Cafe through Yelp and wanted something yummy for my lunch yesterday. I called in for a phone order to get a mixed Plate of beef and chicken($12.99). Food was pretty good, but I felt like something was missing. I'm so used to seeing Chicken Donair with Tabouli salad, meat, rice, Pita bread and potato. My food only came with meat,rice, salad (NO tabouli salad) Pita bread and Hummus with Tahini sauce. Food is on the smaller side. Besides there wasn't enough Hummus in it. I honestly love both Hummus and Tahini sauce in my food. Service was fast!

    Beef and chicken mix plate sub Tabbouleh
    Aliz A.

    If you want reliable tasty shawarma, This is the SPOT!! We've ordered take out here on Uber eats already 3x in the last few months and this place does not disappoint with flavour and juicy meat! We had got this time: * Chicken & Falafel Mix Plate with Tabbouleh * Chicken & Beef Mix Plate with Tabbouleh Both come with Rice, tasty hummus and pita. We had subbed both our plates with Tabbouleh instead of their salad, super tasty and fresh! I must say their chicken and beef is NEVER DRY, that's always so nice when you find a Donair place that dosent serve dry meat! Their falafel is soooo crispy and super tasty, one of the best falafels I've had for take out cause usually they end up soggy or soft but still kept its crunch after 30mins! Overall highly recommend this little business!

    Viviann L.

    Little cafe that looks good on Google search so went and turned out to be the BEST decision ever. Friendly service and clean area. Small but couple tables inside and outside. Right in front of a bus stop and some street parking around (on the same street too). Take outs are available too. Amazing and delicious food. One of the best salad and falafel I've ever had! Highly recommend and will definitely go back!

    Jurn L.

    Over the weekend, we tried Shawarma Cafe... and it was delicious! I chose the Mixed Plate (with Chicken and Falafel) while fiancé chose the Lamb Shank Plate. Both come with house salad, hummus, and fresh homemade pita bread. For mine, I was able to choose three sauces to go with it, in which I chose Tzatziki, tahini, and garlic sauces. They all went well with the meal. And the hummus was ! Fiancé really enjoyed his Lamb Shank! I must say though, the fresh cut Chicken shawarma was so good! My favourite of the whole meal. Also, even the rice was flavourful. Definitely highly recommend!

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    Brianna G.

    Ordered through skip to try it out. I got the chicken plate w/pita on the side. I think they make their own pita, so it was good. Also ordered the veggie samosa. 7$ for a samosa was kinda over priced I would say. I thought it would come with the sweet sauce other places usually give with samosas. But I got some other sauce, wasn't my vibe.

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    Danielle P.

    A cute place to grab a bite to eat. They have an awesome selection on their menu, and the food is delicious. They provide friendly and efficient customer service. I come here regularly and will continue to do so!

    Leg of lamb platter
    Justin F.

    My buddy brought over a shawarma platter takeout platter from here and it hands down had to be one of the best I've ever had in this town. The best part is the pitas are freshly home made. Since trying it, this place has been a weekly meal for our family now. The leg of lamb is outstanding and their mixed chicken/beef plate is a must-try! You won't be disappointed!

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    Saad Muhammad Behlul I.

    I've attached my order. This place is underrated. Affordable, quick, great packaging and amazing taste. You won't regret it!

    Mixed Plate with Chicken and Falafel and a side of Tabouli Salad

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    Good food and service. Portion sizes are hit or miss but all in all one of the best Shawarma places in Vancouver!

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    Great wraps with lots of meat and lots of sauce. Good humous too. Limited parking on 49th

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    Seemed small, but decided to get a shawarma here. Best decision I've mad in Canada alhumdulillah

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    Pull apart brioche with seasoned honey butter
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    Saba Foods - Grilling Lamb Chops
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    Lamb Chops - Saba Foods
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