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    Shawarma Press

    4.1 (289 reviews)
    InexpensiveMediterranean, Salad, Halal
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    *Customers' Choice Platter Wrap, 2 sides (Salad & Taziki), side sauce, and drink (I chose the falafel wrap
    Anj L.

    I recently returned to this diner. It was 11:10 and there was only one other customer in the place. The three employees were all Hispanic with only one speaking broken English. I ordered two wraps and hummus. I requested that one of the wraps be made super spicy. The employee had no idea what I was saying and had to get the one with broken English to translate. They announced it was ready and when I was leaving, the employee said "Happy Memorial Day." Umm, when someone is going to a funeral, do you tell them to have a good time? What is happy about all of the citizens who died for this country? SMH The wraps, which were $11 each, were so small that I was shocked. What a joke! I will not return.

    *Tandoori Press Shawarma 11"
    Anjali T.

    Local "shawarma" spot and I put the quotations because it doesn't satisfy that craving that think have when you think about a proper spot. Came in to try it out for lunch, it's a sit down or takeout spot. Looked for my go to options but, nothing was really speaking to me other than the tandoori chicken shawarma wrap so I tried it. My biggest pet peeve is when you give me something that I could have made easily and better at home and that's exactly what I got. A very anemic looking, overly spicy was that was severely overpriced. For the same amount I paid for this, I can get a lot more food elsewhere. Service was quick but, I was far from satisfied or excited. Provided all angles of my skinny wrap.

    *Falafel Wrap 11"
    Amanda L.

    So good! Ordered the Arabic Style Platter with a falafel wrap. The pickles and fries are really flavorful!

    Raymond M.

    I tried the beef shawarma, fries, and shanina. The beef in the shawarma had good seasoning, but it was dry and had more of a liver-like taste than beef. The fries were okay, though there wasn't much of it in the bag. I didn't enjoy the shanina--it had a strong, pungent flavor that didn't appeal to me. The customer service was decent, and the restaurant was clean, though there was an unpleasant vinegar-like smell in the air.

    Where do I start, The customer service or the food. Or the DMV SPEAKER that announces the customer orders. Starting off the female cashier service was horrible, no greetings, very dry, or care for the customers. It was very frustrating and I felt as if maybe I was the problem until the other customers said the same thing. As a middle eastern man myself I felt ashamed to bring my American friends here to represent my culture and food. Once the food arrived I would rate it a 5/10 edible. Chicken shawarma and beef shawarma meat was dry. The garlic sauce was like mayo with garlic powder. The French fries were crispy but hallow and had an old oil taste. Really don't drag bad experiences but I hope the business owner takes the right actions to keep this middle eastern business striving. I know my middle eastern community and how welcoming we are, this place didnt represent anything about the Middle East.

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    Jannette F.

    The food is amazing! Packed with flavors and quality. The customer service is excellent very friendly and helpful. Inside is big and spacious and seems to be pretty clean. They are quick with your order so no long waits. I will definitely keep coming here.

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    Shuyi L.

    I got the tandoori chicken wrap combo and the wrap is really good! My only complaint is they don't have unsweetened tea. I got the lemonade and it is too sweet so I want to mix with unsweetened tea but unfortunately they only have sweet tea. Fries is just okay. Will order the wrap alone next time

    Rice Bowl Special
    Robert M.

    If they allowed 1/2 stars I'd give 3.5. Just not quite enough to round up to 4.0. I had the rice bowl special with chicken / beef combo, Mediterranean / tzatziki salad, and tahini sauce. Overall the food was decent. Better than some of the one- and two-star reviews would lead one to believe. But there was an odd (to me) flavor throughout; I'm guessing I should have asked for something other than the tahini sauce. Service was fast and efficient. Ambiance was nice and clean with plenty of seating.

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    Naveed S.

    Great fresh made shawarma with great flavor. Order was taken immediately and food was ready within 10 mins. It's a casual atmosphere and was not too loud. It was a great overall experience and the owner was very welcoming.

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    3 years ago

    So freaking good! The falafel wrap is delicious! Been here several times and will return.

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    3 years ago

    Great place to get quick shawarma wraps and bowls. The tandoori shawarma had great spice level.

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    3 years ago

    I loved this place and the food was so flavorful! Pricing was great! I defiantly will come back!

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    Great place for a quick bite. Service is fast and the staff are nice. Byron took care of my order very quick and the food was great.

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    This place is so good especially their tandoori press wrap. We're from Arkansas and every time we come we stop by to get food.

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    We came 5 minutes before closing and they still served us which was so nice. And the shawarma is soo good! Definitely recommend going

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    Great love the environment Great atmosphere definitely coming back k everyone's great Great food

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    4.1(43 reviews)
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