Middle Eastern Restaurants near Waterdown, ON

“my favourite spot for shawarma, always get the freshest and most quality meat whenever i’ve been here doesn’t matter the time of day. the workers are very friendly and overall my favourite lunch/dinner spot whenever i’m in the mood for a quick biteVegetarian options: have options such as falafel and veggiesDietary restrictions: very accommodating“

“Went there with my bf and friends. My bf and I had the chicken skewer plate. It was our first time here and we loved it! Food was amazing, staff were friendly and kind. Also loved the tea they gave us. The atmosphere was lovely. We'll be going back again!“

“So, that is a real shawarma! Their shawarma is pure heavenly. Very fresh ingredients, friendly service. light lovely garlic and moist not too salty chicken. The chicken is very delicious and tender, you can notice the difference! The greens with the platter were so fresh, and the portion was just very filling! More importantly, the owner, Mina, is very friendly, talks to customers and get to know them and remember them coming again all the time! Overall, wonderful experience, definitely back again!“

“Nicely decorated, well kept restaurant. Owner served us beautiful food, his freshly made humus was very tasty, and the shawarma over salad was also very good. Ordered a large portion, which is basically two meals. Will definitely come back when in this “

“I think La Luna was the first Lebanese restaurant I ever ate at, more years ago than I want to count. I was in town for an appointment and took my teen there and it is still fantastic. We had the lunch special and the wrap and salad were a generous portion and delicious. The baklava was tasty and 1 order was plenty to share for 2 people. Highly recommend!“

“Great spot for great food, and above and beyond customer service.The gentleman that runs this place knows the business well and serves his customers efficiently attentively listening to their requests.I ordered a chicken shawarma plate with less rice and more veggies. Gave me a few options on how I’d like it and picked one of his recommendations.Enjoyable experience overall.“

“I'm extremely satisfied with their service! there food was Delicious , very clean and organized The owner George and Hanadi are incredible, so welcoming & sweet. Friendly staff and the price are affordable. A place you can enjoy with your family and frinds . I really recommend this place. !“

“A good place to have a shwarma . I cant say its the best but still its not bad at all . Good quantity for the price and the service they provide . The staffs are so good . Honestly the bad thing i could say about this place is as its busy the table and the floors are not taken care very well . Needs more attention in cleaning.“

“The food is sublime, fantastically made with care and quality. Ive been a customer for almost 10 years now and the owner Tarik is a fantastic lovable man who is an absolute joy to be around. Provides excellent service and sustenance for the soul, will be a customer of this in house glory till the day I die, best food I've ever had, for an extremely reasonable and affordable price.“

“I have never felt more welcome in any other places I have eaten. The food is exceptional. I am always pleased to purchase my favorite food here. Chicken Shawarma over salad or if I feel extra hungry over rice. I am able to have it again later the next day because the portions are so large. Great quality and quantity, thank you for the best ever for the family price. Always happy to see the business is rocking!10 out of 10“

“Chef's Door - Premium Shawarma is an absolute gem in Burlington! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with fast and friendly service that truly made me feel like a valued customer. The staff was incredibly helpful in guiding me through their menu and recommending their must-try dishes.The fresh ingredients used in their shawarmas were top-notch and truly made a difference in the taste. Each bite was bursting with flavour, and I could tell that everything was made with great care and attention to detail.I highly recommend Chef's Door to anyone looking for a delicious and satisfying meal. The combination of exceptional service, fresh ingredients, and mouth-watering flavours make this place a must-visit. I will definitely be returning to try more of their delectable offerings!“

“Samat was super nice, and provided us wonderful service even during a very busy Eid night. The food was delicious??and all of the meats were tender and well marinated. The bread cover on the mixed grill was very unique! Will definitely be coming back here.“

“Easily the best shawarma place in Hamilton. And a true hidden gem. If you happen to be hungry and on James Street, look no further.I got the- mixed shawarma rice plate- chicken shawarma wrapThe meat was the tastiest I have had in a wrap or on rice. I have no idea what they marinate it with or top it with. But it is super fresh and nothing was greasy.Their salads were so good too!There are a few tables if you do want to dine in.Their service was friendly and quick too. The only real reason for a 3 rating is their working hours. Easy 4 if they ever extend it.I will definitely be visiting again.Highly recommend!“

“From the moment we entered, excellent service and food. Definitely recommended this place! We had the koobideh kabob, the walnut salad, and ended with the Persian hot chocolate. Persian hot chocolate with rose water and cardamom is a must! We loved how they had a “how to eat a Persian kabob” guide.“

“Really good place highly recommend the food is so good and they have a wide selection of drinks to choose from really enjoyed there food and the vibe they have when you walk in really good songs playing at all times my go to spot for Middle Eastern food the staff is amazing they all are really nice people“

“I had the most wonderful Iftar dinner here this evening! It was my first one. The food was absolutely delicious! We also had a hookah - another first for me - which was delightful. The entertainment was so enjoyable! Our host/server Taj was just wonderful too! So friendly and helpful! I would recommend Nai to everyone!“

“Good and service was on point.we ordered couple of different shawarma bowls and a wrap.meat was very good and flavorful and rice was a nice touch my daughter's ordered Poutine (we don't get that in the US) and the fries and the meat and the sauce was on point .NO KETCHUP NEEDED!!!!“

“I do not recommend the Ancaster location. Based on looking at container I chose small Greek salad with chicken shawarma. Guy put my salad in metal container used for hot food that holds less. Salad and chicken in this. The cashier said to him “that’s supposed to be a small salad” and he ignored her. I said “that significantly less salad than usual” and he just asked if I wanted cutlery. I paid extra for the location, but hot half the food. First and last time for me…no thanks!“

“LET’S JUST SAY YUMMMYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!! This is THE BEST LEBANESE food around!!! Hands down.... family owned and run. Fresh, hot, flavourful, cooked right in front of your eyes! This place has not disappointed yet! I LOVE LOVE LOVE THEIR FOOD!!!!!“

“Visited here for some late night shawarma.It’s really a hole in the wall, with product everywhere, you can tell they don’t clean much.However the shawarma itself was very good!Got the large chicken shawarma wrap. They go generous with the sauce and really pack that wrap full!It’s not a super cheap place but for what you get I think it’s good bang for your buck. $12.50 for the large and it was huge (didn’t take a pic this time).The guy serving me was friendly.“

“Ordered a simple chicken shawarma… I didn’t know what I wanted and the guy behind the counter was patient and helpful. Thanks Hussain for a great experience. He also did a little trick to ensure my fries don’t get soggy… everything tasted great!“

“What a great meal from Golden Pita!!! We both enjoyed 2 main entrees of Chicken Shawarma and Shiska Kafka, delicious Lentil Soup, Salad with Pita’s and Baklava for dessert. The food was hot, fresh and delicious. We love to support this family owned restaurant, they are always wonderful and pleasant to deal with. The pricing is reasonable and worth it. The Williams Ancaster ❤️“

“Stopped in to try them out. Wanted the family chicken but they didn't have stock so he offered 10 chicken tenders instead. They were great quality! Only downside was that I ordered a few sides and they ended up forgetting to give me one of them. All the food was delicious! Best beef shawarma I've had.“

“So I’ve been here before but this time it was different. Omar served me and I had a great experience!The food was excellent, my shawarma was HUGE, and my sister’s chicken and rice was absolutely amazing!The last few times I was there the middle of the shawarma had no sauce and it wasn’t as tasty. I’m not sure why that happened.This time everything was evenly distributed and it was good from start to finish!I’m 27 weeks pregnant so if it’s good for me now, it’ll be even better for me after the baby!I’ll be back!“

“Customer service was quick and respectful. Food was amazing !!! First time trying it since they just opened in jackson square on Monday. I'll definitely be coming back every time I'm in the mall ! Thank you for this great experience. My mother and I enjoyed it ?“

“Had chicken shawarma plate …. It had salad, potatoes and rice with chicken …. I felt chicken was bit dried …. Potatoes were good …. Overall it was okay…. Quantity was good …. Paid around $16 for this …Parking: Lots and lots of parking … it’s a corner shop and there a big lot in front of freshco so you can find spot easily“

“Great place. Always clean and friendly service. Your orders are on time or made quickly if you walk in. Great place to run into friends you haven't seen in a while as well. Everyone I know that has tried food here is a repeat customer as it's always on point. Shwarma and fatoosh salads can be a bit sauce heavy, so I always ask for half, and it's perfect. Meat always cooked just right, and the cuts are nice and lean. Veggies fresh and nice. I am very pleased, my mouth waters the minute I get my order. Try them out. You will not regret it.“

“Love this restaurant - it consistently meets and exceeds our expectations. The food is so good - ingredients are high quality and fresh. The servers are fast, friendly and competent. We visit this location frequently and it’s always really good.“

“By far the BEST shawarma in the city. You get massive portions, affordable for your wallet, and the flavours all mesh together. I can't say anything bad about this place. The sauce is the boss! The sauce makes or breaks the shawarma experience, and this place has perfected their sauces. I can't find a shawarma place that does better garlic sauce or better shawarma rice.Service is great! Really friendly. It's a family run restaurant that have been there for years.I highly highly recommend this place if you love shawarma.EDIT 5 Years Later: Been going here for over 12 years, since high school. They are the OG. Came last night again with friend before closing and they are always consistent. The renos are so nice too. Truly a Hamilton Gem and iconic place. So so so good.“

“Delicious, fast and fresh foods! Went for lunch and the server let us know we could get salad and a wrap of our choice for $20. Will definitely be going back again.Vegetarian options: They have vegetarian platters and dishes.Dietary restrictions: You can easily ask to take items out if you are unable to eat them.“

“I've been coming here for years. It's always been my go to spot in Hamilton, from when I was a young adult coming from the bars, to when I was on my way home after a long day at work. I have to say though...coming back after a long time, their quality has gone above and beyond what it already was. Delicious new additions to their menu such as the lentil soup and fresh bread are a staple. Highly recommended!“

“Had a pretty great first experience here at the Upper James location. I'd never been here but my friend had been.I completely enjoyed my meal. A fresh pita hot out of the oven came to the table and was super delicious. We ordered the cucumber yogurt dip to dip the pita in...mmm ?My main was Beef skewer with rice and some pickled "stuff" that I thought were very tasty. The only complaint I have food-wise is my beef was very WELL DONE; my preference for beef is actually rare to medium rare but I was not asked how I wanted it....but it was freaking delicious for flavour so I actually didn't care.I think the service could be more attentive...it was my first time...so an offer to help with the menu or recommendations would have been helpful....I wouldn't have realized to order the dip for the pita if my friend hadn't suggested we split it. Perhaps, if the server could say I'm going to be bringing you a warm delicious pita, I'd recommend the hummus or yogurt dip as an accompaniment....it would also encourage new patrons to up-sale their orders. The pita would have been delicious on its own but was enhanced by the dip in my opinion. Maybe by asking "have you been here before" the servers could then realize the potential to be more suggestive and helpful with first timers, like myself.I would add that I did find it a little pricy...there were less expensive options but I chose something I knew I'd enjoy disregarding price because I'm new-ish to middle Eastern cuisine.Half the dip and my meal with water to drink came to $33. That's pricy for lunch...but I never mind paying for quality...and quality was there.Definitely will try going back and recommend you check it out“

“We had to grab a quick bite before hitting the road. Our daughter recommended Tahinis and I have to say the food was excellent.We ordered a jerk wrap and Habibi bowl. Portion are really good, will definitely drop by again if we're in Hamilton.“

“Not all Pita Nutso are the same this one is the best, I have probably had close to 500 cheese chicken shawarmas from here never been disappointed. I don't live in the area anymore and my wife knows if we are going past here its a must that we stop in!“

“It was okay, I would suggest going when the place is busier so that the cooking facilities grill top and spit are hot. Everything is fresh and home made price is great. Try the baklavaBe specific with how much sauce you want or you will get too much. Is it a bad thing that a place is willing to give you as much as fits in the container?“

“Amazing place, a gem in Hamilton. If I'm ever doing a late night work crunch and can't make food I have this place. This and city shawarma are tied for the best shawarma places I've ever had. Portions are amazing and staff is really good, they are quick and prioritize customer service. Would love a location in Toronto they would destroy the shawarma shops there.“

“I walked in and was greeted so politely and promptly. After the nice man gave me a table he asked me if I knew what I was having. By the time I finished my sentence the food was infront of me. Simply amaizing service !!! Two thumbs up for sure !!!!“