Amin's Shawarma & Grill and Catering

Imagine this. You’ve spent your whole life wandering the desert of mid shawarma. You’ve been betrayed more times than a rom-com heroine. Your immigrant parents — literal shawarma connoisseurs trained in the elite heat of Oman — have tried every place within a 50-mile radius, only to be left saying, “ehhh it’s okay I guess…”

And then, one fateful day, as we were driving past Pine Brook— BOOM. Like a shining oasis in a dry, dry desert of flavor, there it was. A humble little shawarma spot. Family-owned. Quiet. Innocent. UNASSUMING. But once we stepped inside? BABY. IT WAS OVER FOR EVERY OTHER SHAWARMA JOINT IN AMERICA. THROW IN CANADA IN THERE FOR EXTRA CREDIT!

Let me paint the picture for you. The beef shawarma platter? Illegal. That’s how good it was. The beef was so juicy, so tender, so lovingly marinated, I swear it whispered “I love you” to my molars. The rice? Aromatic. Like it got a PhD in cumin and a minor in seduction. The salad? I didn’t come for her, but she showed up. Crunchy. Bright. Fresh. She knew she had a purpose.

And then… the hot sauce. Listen. I walked in with confidence. Arrogance, even. I thought I was that girl. I grew up in a household where we treat “mild” as an insult. I thought my spice tolerance was elite. But this hot sauce? This little cupped red devil? It humbled me. One bite in and I wasn’t just sweating — I was seeing visions. I swear I briefly left my body and had a conversation with my ancestors. My ego? Shattered. My lips? Betrayed. My taste buds? Crying, but also clapping. It was pain, but like, gourmet pain. Michelin-star suffering. And yes, I kept going back for more. Because I’m toxic like that.

AND THE CUSTOMER SERVICE? Don’t even get me started. They were checking in like I was the main character. Like I just came back from war. “How’s the food? Are you okay? Do you need anything else?” I was like yes I need something. I need therapy. Because I will never emotionally recover from how good this was.

Even my picky little brother — this man treats ketchup like it’s too exotic — was like: “Damn… this is kinda fire.” THAT’S when I knew. That’s when I knew they did the impossible.

Let me say it louder for the people in the back:
💥 IT TASTES. LIKE. HOME. 💥
I’m talking home as in someone’s grandma is in the back with a wooden spoon and generational trauma just whipping this thing up with love and precision.

I am still in shock on how has this place been open for three years and nobody told us?? THIS PLACE DESERVES RECOGNITION! PINE BROOK I WILL SUE FOR NOT LETTING THEM PUT A DAMN BOARD UP!

So if you’re reading this… please go. Tell your friends. Tell your enemies. Tell your cousin who thinks sriracha is spicy. Get the beef platter. Ask for the hot sauce if you’re brave. And bring tissues. Because you will weep, it's that good.

And if you’re within 10 minutes of this spot in Pine Brook and you’re still eating sad sandwiches from a gas station?

Get your bum to Amin's babe.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I had never ordered from them before. I checked people’s reviews on Google and they had great reviews. I ordered for a medical office for Dr Cheema my friend who did great job for his patients . I ordered for 30 person catering. Every one loved the food and the service . If you need catering, don’t look around just call Amin’s Shawarma &Grill

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Shawarma, Gyro Platter, Hummus, Shawarma Platter, Beef Shawarma Platter, Chicken Shawarma Platter, Beef Shawarma Sandwich

Beyond my expectations!

Food: 5

I had an amazing experience at Amin’s Shawarma & Grill! I order Philly Cheesesteak, and it was ready very fast. Cooked perfectly and absolutely delicious. The staff is very friendly and welcoming, and the service is quick. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting—definitely a great spot for a casual meal with family or friends. Highly recommend if you’re looking for authentic, tasty Mediterranean food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Shawarma, Gyro Platter, Shawarma Platter, Philly Cheesesteak

So delicious! Chicken/beef shawarma mix platter, service and atmosphere 10/10!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Very welcoming atmosphere and delicious food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Unfortunately bad quality bad taste

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Nice place ,very nice people and delicious food
Totally recommend

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amazing place. The food and staff are amazing!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Found them at a street fair in Manhattan. Great Koshary. Friendly staff.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ate there once but it was fantastic, my boyfriend almost goes weekly...that means a lot !

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

When I read the reviews with the great service and food, I was delighted that my experience was the same! Food was amazingly authentic and fresh — you can tell everything really was homemade! Everything was amazing! Photos not captured were also the falafel as well as the Macaroni Béchamel too which were both amazingggggg!! All the food was 10% Zabiha Halal, too!

Thank you Susie, Amin, and Muhammad for everything!!!

YUM!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food and friendly staff. Loved their platter and eggplant dishes.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The mixed chicken and beef shawarma (spicy) platter is my go-to at Amin's. The staff is the best. The place is a must-try.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shawarma Platter

We stopped here on a whim and glad we did. The food is amazing and the chicken shawrma alone is enough for us to return. The owners were also very friendly. The portions were large and the prices very fair.