Always such friendly service and the owner is very welcoming and helpful đ such a great price and tastes delicious!
Fat Shwa Guy
Whoâs kidding who theyâre not serving real Shawarma. People rave about this place but all they do is stuff wraps with tons of lettuce and a few vegetables. The meat has no seasoning and I swear it came out of a microwave or a steaming bin. Thereâs no way theyâre carving the meat fresh off the spit. Seriously overrated.
Nicole LeBlanc
One word: amazing!
Zubair Mohammed Iftekhar
Pita Deli in Oshawa offers a mix of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern-inspired dishes, and while the menu has something for everyone, the experience varies significantly depending on what you choose. One area where they truly shine is their falafel. The falafel here is consistently crispy on the outside and soft, flavorful on the inside, offering that perfect balance of texture and spice. Whether itâs in a wrap or part of a platter, the falafel is a reliable and delicious option that feels freshly made and thoughtfully prepared.
The falafel wrap, in particular, is a standout. It comes filled with fresh, crunchy vegetables lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, and pickles along with a generous drizzle of tahini sauce that complements the falafel without overpowering it. The wrap is well-constructed and holds together nicely, making it a satisfying, no-mess meal. The falafel platter is equally enjoyable, offering a more substantial meal with options like rice or fries, along with creamy hummus and soft pita bread. The combination is filling and flavorful, especially for those seeking a vegetarian or plant-based meal.
However, the same canât be said for their meat options. The chicken and beef shawarmas and platters are a disappointment, especially when compared to other Middle Eastern restaurants in Oshawa. The biggest letdown is that the meat is not cooked on a traditional vertical rotisserie, which is essential for authentic shawarma. Instead, itâs prepared somewhere in the back and brought to the front in trays, which strips away the core experience of watching your shawarma freshly sliced from the spit. This process not only affects the authenticity but also impacts the texture and flavor of the meat, which lacks the juiciness and crispy edges that define a good shawarma.
In a city where several spots offer freshly carved meat right in front of you with the aroma filling the space, Pita Deliâs approach feels like a shortcut. The seasoning is average, and the overall taste doesnât justify the name âshawarmaâ when itâs missing such a crucial element of the experience. For those who know and love authentic Middle Eastern meat dishes, this will likely be a letdown.
All in all, Pita Deli is worth visiting if youâre in the mood for falafel, especially in a wrap or a well-portioned platter. But if youâre craving real shawarma made the traditional way, there are far better and more authentic options available throughout Oshawa.
Patti Smith
Got food poisoning, do not go here
Justin Joseph
Delicious food, horrible customer service
Esha Xo
First time there today and was very pleased! All the staff was so nice and helpful. Felt very welcoming. It was also very clean and service was fast. But the food! You really get your money's worth. 1 pita falafel or chicken you could share with 2 people easily ! So good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
dee murr
Ordered chicken shawarma online... and it was really terrible. Ended up throwing must of it out. It was essentially a massive pita stuffed mainly with lettuce. Only got to the chicken after about a third of the way through, and the chicken was so dry, had no flavor. Not sure what's happened here, maybe a one off, I've had great shawarmas here in the past, but after this I'm not sure I'll go back.
Food: 1
Vanessa Hanley-Smith
Pitas are always delicious here, plus they're absolutely huge!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Roger Alfred
Simply put, pita wrapped salad ? is not a shawarma.
Whenever U get delivery it is pretty bad or my order is incorrect.Writing my review at 3am bcs I am up and violently ill. I was fine all day and then about an hour after eating a beef salad, stuck on the toilet. The quality has been going on a downward slope but, this is it for me. I believe there was food contamination.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Rob Morra
Great pitas, fair pricing and large portions
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Catherine Welsh
Best fattoush chicken salad!
Teaghan Hignett
The chicken and garlic pita was so amazing and fresh. Customer service was so friendly and pleasant. Fully recommend this place.
Natasha Kokowsky
Deeeelicious! Haven't been here since they were located in Five Points Mall. Same friendly faces, polite staff. Super clean and fresh fresh ingredients. Massive serving for my custom gyro! They continue to not disappoint! Highly recommend for an affordable healthy meal. A++
Always such friendly service and the owner is very welcoming and helpful đ such a great price and tastes delicious!
Whoâs kidding who theyâre not serving real Shawarma. People rave about this place but all they do is stuff wraps with tons of lettuce and a few vegetables. The meat has no seasoning and I swear it came out of a microwave or a steaming bin. Thereâs no way theyâre carving the meat fresh off the spit. Seriously overrated.
One word: amazing!
Pita Deli in Oshawa offers a mix of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern-inspired dishes, and while the menu has something for everyone, the experience varies significantly depending on what you choose. One area where they truly shine is their falafel. The falafel here is consistently crispy on the outside and soft, flavorful on the inside, offering that perfect balance of texture and spice. Whether itâs in a wrap or part of a platter, the falafel is a reliable and delicious option that feels freshly made and thoughtfully prepared.
The falafel wrap, in particular, is a standout. It comes filled with fresh, crunchy vegetables lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, and pickles along with a generous drizzle of tahini sauce that complements the falafel without overpowering it. The wrap is well-constructed and holds together nicely, making it a satisfying, no-mess meal. The falafel platter is equally enjoyable, offering a more substantial meal with options like rice or fries, along with creamy hummus and soft pita bread. The combination is filling and flavorful, especially for those seeking a vegetarian or plant-based meal.
However, the same canât be said for their meat options. The chicken and beef shawarmas and platters are a disappointment, especially when compared to other Middle Eastern restaurants in Oshawa. The biggest letdown is that the meat is not cooked on a traditional vertical rotisserie, which is essential for authentic shawarma. Instead, itâs prepared somewhere in the back and brought to the front in trays, which strips away the core experience of watching your shawarma freshly sliced from the spit. This process not only affects the authenticity but also impacts the texture and flavor of the meat, which lacks the juiciness and crispy edges that define a good shawarma.
In a city where several spots offer freshly carved meat right in front of you with the aroma filling the space, Pita Deliâs approach feels like a shortcut. The seasoning is average, and the overall taste doesnât justify the name âshawarmaâ when itâs missing such a crucial element of the experience. For those who know and love authentic Middle Eastern meat dishes, this will likely be a letdown.
All in all, Pita Deli is worth visiting if youâre in the mood for falafel, especially in a wrap or a well-portioned platter. But if youâre craving real shawarma made the traditional way, there are far better and more authentic options available throughout Oshawa.
Got food poisoning, do not go here
Delicious food, horrible customer service
First time there today and was very pleased! All the staff was so nice and helpful. Felt very welcoming. It was also very clean and service was fast. But the food! You really get your money's worth. 1 pita falafel or chicken you could share with 2 people easily ! So good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ordered chicken shawarma online... and it was really terrible. Ended up throwing must of it out. It was essentially a massive pita stuffed mainly with lettuce. Only got to the chicken after about a third of the way through, and the chicken was so dry, had no flavor. Not sure what's happened here, maybe a one off, I've had great shawarmas here in the past, but after this I'm not sure I'll go back.
Food: 1
Pitas are always delicious here, plus they're absolutely huge!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Simply put, pita wrapped salad ? is not a shawarma.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
Whenever U get delivery it is pretty bad or my order is incorrect.Writing my review at 3am bcs I am up and violently ill.
I was fine all day and then about an hour after eating a beef salad, stuck on the toilet. The quality has been going on a downward slope but, this is it for me. I believe there was food contamination.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Great pitas, fair pricing and large portions
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Best fattoush chicken salad!
The chicken and garlic pita was so amazing and fresh. Customer service was so friendly and pleasant. Fully recommend this place.
Deeeelicious! Haven't been here since they were located in Five Points Mall. Same friendly faces, polite staff. Super clean and fresh fresh ingredients. Massive serving for my custom gyro! They continue to not disappoint! Highly recommend for an affordable healthy meal. A++
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Gyro, Fattoush Salad
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