Middle Eastern Restaurants in Calgary, AB

“We had a large group of 16 that stopped I. For dinner. We were warmly greeted and our orders were presented to us quickly and 100% correct.
The food was outstanding. As was the service. If you are considering a new place for dinner, don’t hesitate! You’re got to try this place!“

“Abdul did Catering for one of my parties and it was well received excellent by guests Superb presentation food was tasty and large portions! Best Lamb and Chicken Kabobs with sauces and Salads He made sure the Vegan orders were separated and classic presentation! Priced reasonably to fit a budget For a sit down afternoon dinner with family it’s like a feast for a King! Tea and fresh juices offered free of charge! The Falafel melts in your mouth For take out services be sure you will be offered juices while you wait A delightful experience“

“Amazing customer service, food is delicious and the staff are so friendly. Thank you so much guys ♥️“

“Thank you. Abrahim, for your kindness and delicious menu suggestions! I loved my Arabic Style Chicken!“

“I am so so lucky to have had the honour of catering from Shawarma Cairo restaurant, the food was amazing, tasty and super organized, and it truly surpassed my expectations! The owners are such wonderful people, and I will be definitely ordering from them again with my eyes closed ! From kufta to rice to pizza to salad to hummus to tahina to shawarma to garlic sauce … everything is top top !! Thank you and keep up the great work and Allah yaatiko saha ?“

“Recently, I had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant for Sohour and was thoroughly impressed. The food was nothing short of amazing, each dish bursting with flavor. The ambiance of the place is perfect for gatherings, making it a great spot to enjoy a meal with friends or family. The staff deserves a special mention for their courteous service, adding to the overall positive experience. What sets this restaurant apart is its unique Egyptian vibe, which adds an authentic touch to the dining experience. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a memorable meal.“

“Genuinely a hidden gem. We came across it cause our baby was crying and my hubby was hungry and we stopped for a bite. Don’t be fooled by the humble appearance of the place. The wraps are AMAZING. Huge portions that are super filling, greatly priced and delicious. The crispiness of the wrap, the fresh ingredients that almost overflow the filling, the great personality of the owner of the place. DEFINITELY a place to return to.“

“I recently had lunch in Ishtar Restaurant after. The food was delicious and responding to my needs, personally served by the owner, our friend Bashar and his staff. I especially liked the welcoming ambiance, and the artistic decorative touch. The Restaurant is specifically attracting a social gathering between young friends, families, from different cultures, communicating spontaneously as they were at home. Therefore, combining good food with such social life is, according to me, one of the best assets of Ishtar. Thanks Bashar.“

“My favourite restaurant and best branch. Never disappointed when I order from Jerusalem Richmond Rd. Always fresh, delicious and well prepared. One of the best things about this branch is even when you order delivery (portions and quality are as great as when you dine in) Also very welcoming when you dine in. Keep up the amazing work.“

“So far , it is the best if you are looking for authentic shawarma in Calgary 👍“

“whenever I have a bit of time to spare, i always go to these guys for lunch. Moe and his staff are super friendly and always a pleasure to chat with. These guys really do work so hard, the lunch rush always comes with full force and these guys crank out delicious donairs with a smile. If you go during the lunch rush, it does take a little bit of time, but its well worth it.“

“Always friendly! Such great food!!“

“The food was delicious! Good portions as well. I live in the northwest but I would drive all the way here just to have it again! I was lucky enough to meet the owners while I was there. They were very nice and made sure my family were taken care of. Thank you so much!“

“The food is always delicious and they are super friendly with the family. Their tea is also yummy!“

“Amazing food. Must try. Friendly staff“

“Go and try this place! It's small yet worth the trip :D food is tasty, and all the right flavors for donairs
I tried the regular bison donair and YUM! Perfe t portion size - not too much. But theres a giant donair challenge for anyone with a big appetite 😄Baklava was a perfect end to lunch - sweet, but not too sweet & crunchy 😋 service was friendly, funny and fast. Thank you! We will come back again and again and again 😄🤤“

“Best Shawarma in the town ❤❤❤“

“Great atmosphere! Food is on point!love this place!“

“The service was the real stand out at this place. Whoever it was that was working/ cooking did a great job and was super friendly! We got one wrap and the server was nice enough to split it for us. The place is in a very convenient location right off of the main drag. Very walkable area.

Vegetarian options: lots of vegetarian options“

“We order here all the time. They are friendly, quick, and reasonably priced, the food is excellent.“

“I absolutely love dining in at Luxor. The spicy chicken Mummy Wrap with a side of house tomato salad is my fave and they offer a lot of different sides with the wraps depending on what's behind the counter so don't be scared to ask! My toddler recommends the fries, the pita and hummus as well as the hot chocolate. Hours can be weird sometimes but it's a small business we're always happy to support.

Vegetarian options: Falafel, hummus, salads, all very good.

Kid-friendliness: The lady running this place is so kind to children and the atmosphere is unpretentious, great for families.“

“food was delicious...lamb was so tender....chicken was juicy and flavourful...service was the best .. highly recommended“

“Fantastic Selection of proteins and veggies. We tried the lamb& chicken, maple donair, east coast, and Greek donair. Everyone agreed that theirs was the best. We will definitely be going again soon“

“We ordered beef shawarma and chicken shawarma. Both tasted amazingly delicious 🤤. Customer service was very good. Impressed.“

“Oh my days! When I say the best shawarma I have ever tasted, I mean it. This place is so underratedly good especially their chicken shawarma including their spice which is a hit. The owner is very friendly and tells me what the food are and the place is pretty nice since it is like a resturant mixed with a grocery shopping. The sweets also hit different and I will definitely come back here. The Ice cream there was also good especially after the shawarma in a summer time but the slight issue is that there is only 1 table to dine in at so it this is a take out place but not complaining about it.

Parking: There is plenty of parking from what I saw there.“

“Absolutely amazing dinner we had tonight, the lamb is amazing!! great service, nice family. Will definitely be back next time im in Calgary!!!“

“If you ask me Definitely one of the top places in Calgary for a Shawarma or donair“

“It was great experience for our organization to order platters from Shawarma Palace McKnight location. They delivered personally to our outdoor location. Food was tasty and fresh, and customer service was good. We even got complimentary baklava. Overall it was a hit.“

“This is the best shawarma place ever!!! Not only that its very close to my location, but also we get something very delicious and good portion for the price. We come here every 2 weeks and leave craving for more. Despite the hate comments, dont ever close this shop its AMAZING!!!!!“

“After trying a brand new taste experience and loving the flavour of every bite, I had to tell the staff there how amazing the food was, and I thanked them for it. After helping my daughter in the bathroom before getting ready to leave, they asked me if I would like a bag for my food to take home and I said yes, thank you so much. Then they surprised me with a treat to take home of different kinds of baklava. Absolutely amazing! And proof that when you are grateful, the universe delivers more. Completely unexpected and can’t wait to try it. Also, I got the number 12 on the menu, I highly recommend! It was a plate with every kind of meat, which was chicken, beef, and Lamb. I personally have tried Lamb on three separate occasions, and have never have liked it. But being as I’m the mother to a five-year-old and I am teaching her that our tastes change throughout the years, I decided to try it again. So happy I did, because this was absolutely delicious! If you ever find yourself in Airdrie, I highly recommend!🥰“

“The service in this place is second to none!!! So very friendly and helpful!! Tea while ordering and baklava for desert!! Was delicious and overall a great experience!“

“Great atmosphere with Kurdish music playing and a good feeling of community. The food was AMAZING, best in the city. Highly recommend.“

“Friendly staff, excellent selections, and delicious food. The baklava is some of the best I've had. I'll be back.“

“Hands down the best shawarma in Calgary! The meat, the sauce, the veggies… everything is so fresh and delicious. Not to mention, amazing customer service. I have been coming here for YEARS and have never been disappointed. Highly recommend!“

“We ordered lunch for 20 people for a University meeting at Vet Med - service and food was fantastic! Never disappointed with this food!“

“Been ordering this through Uber Eats pretty much once a week. I always specify to put the extra sauce on the side. They always listen to requests.

I always order a Trio Platter, an extra Pita and a 10 piece Baklava. Portions are always big, sauces are plenty too. Veggies are nice and crunchy. Meat is nicely seasoned.

Would recommend. Haven't had a bad order so far. Very consistent quality.“

“Very nice staff and good Taste food“

“Lovepreet and the staff are super friendly and welcoming. Food is delicious at a good price. Highly recommend“

“I ordered this from Skip the dishes as it was convenient for me at the time, I really recommend their lamb shawarma wrap as me and my husband have ordered this like 3 times in the last two weeks, it was that amazing, anyone whos looking for a lunch or dinner wrap, definately give it a try!“

“I think I would rate it as 3.7 for the food , the taste of the shawarma is decent, I think I forgot to ask them to heat my pita bread, the flavors of the meat were little bit toned down I think it could be made little bit more intense.

Very clean place and Staff wars also friendly

The guy who was making my food was very helpful and gave good service“

“Amazing and delicious love it and super good service bravo“

“The shawarma here is absolutely fantastic—juicy, well-seasoned, and perfectly cooked. The portions are generous, and the toppings are fresh, adding a great balance of flavors and textures. The service is quick and friendly, making it an ideal spot for a satisfying meal on the go. If you’re a fan of authentic shawarma, this place is a must-try!“

“Amazing Donair! A toss on the grill at the end is the perfect touch.“

“Amazing Donair! A toss on the grill at the end is the perfect touch.“

“fantastic service everytime and delicious shisha.“

“The best shawarma place in Kensington,fresh ingredients and tastes good,there baklava is really good too“