Strand Shawarma & Cafe: Poutine, Fish & Chips, Pizza and Desserts.
$ • Family, Pizza, Fish & Chips
Hours:
1265 Bank St, Ottawa
(613) 523-4585
About Strand Shawarma & Cafe: Poutine, Fish & Chips, Pizza and Desserts.
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We ordered two take out family shawarma platters, one chicken and one beef, to feed a family gathering. Both platters came with mountains of rice, roast potatoes and salad. All good. The chicken serving, though small relative to the mountains of sides, was also good. Sadly the beef was unedible, both dry and far too salty. We wanted this new neighborhood restaurant to succeed, so we returned the next morning with the uneaten beef to let them know it that fell far short of our...read full review
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Hours
| Monday | 9AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 9AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 9AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 8AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 8AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 8AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 8AM - 10PM |
Strand Shawarma & Cafe offers a diverse menu featuring shawarma, poutine, fish & chips, pizza, and delightful desserts. Customers appreciate the warm and welcoming atmosphere, with friendly staff providing excellent service and free samples. The mixed shawarma sandwich is a standout, praised for its fresh ingredients and perfect execution. The Boston cream donut is noted as the best in the city. Strand Shawarma & Cafe provides a nostalgic and modern dining experience with a cozy diner vibe, Beatles music, and open garage doors. Customers enjoy the tasty and plentiful shawarma platters, which offer great value, as well as the breakfast special with coffee. The cafe is an excellent spot for dinner, breakfast, or a snack, such as an ice cream cone. The outdoor patio is pleasant and relaxing, making it a great choice for dining. With ample parking and an inviting indoor space, it is a gem in Old Ottawa South. Tony, the on-site manager, is known for treating guests with kindness and attentiveness, making it a highly recommended place to visit.