Definitely a hole in the wall type of place but the food is excellent. Got the chicken shawarma and…read moreit was delicious. I would eat here often if I lived in the area.

I don't want to sound snobby, but my spouse and I are shawarma snobs, having eaten them across the…read moreworld. the chicken shawarma here is FANTASTIC! Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. I loved the food, and I loved the people

Such a wonderful place to have a meal. Absolutely every aspect of our meal was excellent:…read more We tried the dip sampler and my friend had the chicken schwarma platter. The dips were all delicious and rich, and the pita was fresh and warm. The garlic aioli was also strong and creamy. The atmosphere was very family friendly with an almost cafeteria-like feel. Very casual and comfortable environment, with fast and easy service. The washrooms also surprised me with tampons and pads for anyone who needed one. All in all, food was authentic, delicious, and reasonably priced. Definitely recommend.

Friends and family living in the area have recommended this place and stated that they've been…read moregoing for years. I remember trying it (takeout) years ago but this is the first time I came in for dine-in. I love the cozy interiors and aesthetics. Decor is nice especially the booth seatings. Menu has a wide variety of options to choose from, but we opted for the family platter since it seemed like the best option for sharing. Portion was quite generous and a decent amount to share. We got the BBQ chicken ($74.99) which came with either rice or fries (or you could do half/half), salad of your choice (we opted for fattoush), 2 dips of your choice (we chose baba ghanoush & muhammara), 4 fresh pitas & a whole chicken. Restaurant has a lot of parking and seating. Staff were nice but it was a bit of a slow service (had to constantly ask for things, such as cutlery, plates, etc). The washroom had the A/C on blast and it was freezing cold but at least it was clean. Now for the food - everything we had was pretty good. I usually don't like garlic sauce but the one that came with the food was pretty creamy and delicious. As for the baba ghanoush, it didn't taste like it but it still had a nice flavour. The Muhammara was amazing, not overly spicy. As for the fattoush, I found it just OK. I've had better ones elsewhere and I find that it lacked the crispy pita bites, as there was only a few. However, it's worth noting that the chicken took around 30-40 minutes to be ready, which I didn't mind because it came well seasoned and well done. It was not too dry, but not juicy either but seasoned well. The rice was also ok and I like that the food wasn't too greasy, but the plate came with way too many onions... I'd recommend this spot and would come back if I'm ever in the area. Would love to try other dishes on the menu.

Tried 1001 Nights Shawarma in Kitchener for the first time and I'm glad I did. The place has a…read morelively Mediterranean-style ambiance that's casual but inviting, perfect for a quick meal or a relaxed bite with friends. I went for their Shawarma Supreme with rice. It came with grilled chicken, veggies, hummus, tahini, BBQ sauce, and pomegranate molasses. The flavors worked really well together, the chicken was moist and juicy, the sauces added layers of richness, and the veggies kept it fresh. Portion sizes are big enough to leave you full, with the small priced at $9.49 and the large at $15.29, which makes it a good deal. The staff was efficient and friendly, and my order was ready without much wait. It's always nice when service matches the food, and here both delivered. For anyone who enjoys hearty Shawarma plates with bold flavors, this is worth the visit. I'll be back to explore more of their menu.

I was excited to try this place. I was actually hungry. They have high star reviews and beautiful…read moreseating on the left side of the diner. The right side is normal seating. However, there was much left to be desired and I'm saying this even though I was hungry. It is a watered down inauthentic wrap if I ever ate one. Watered down, meaning it literally tastes like water. If you like lettuce, this is the place to go. You can also taste the cucumber water. The chicken was dry, not plentiful and I did not see the chicken cooking outside, so not sure how they make it. There's no hummus or garlic flavour. If you like salad inside a wrap, with water taste, this is it. It wasn't as savoury as I would have wanted it to be. Plenty of parking and has a washroom, which is good. Food though has much left to be desired

This was my first ever Shawarma experience and it was a blast full of middle eastern delight! I got…read morethe Shawarma plate and it had a lot of things in it! It had Saffron rice with a nice helping of chicken and tzatziki sauce drizzled all over, a nice helping of pickled veggies, and pita bread with hummus dip. There was a lot of food to try and organize but everything was delicious! I'm not sure if it was because this was my first experience but Shawarma Star was amazing, the owner took our order and even made some recommendations, he gave me this very tasty hot sauce that is SOOO ADDICTING I had to get more with me to go, slightly sweet, slightly spicy, all flavor. Overall great little hidden gem in a little nook HIGHLY RECOMMENDED SPOT

I've been here 4 or 5 times since opening and it's still great. The hidden gem is the gyro…read more Although the gyro meat is pre-sliced and not rotating on a spit I still found it to be flavourful and tender. I was sceptical but took a chance and the whole family loves it.

Owner and staff are very nice, welcoming. Food great . Tabbouleh was fresh and lemony. Salad had a…read morenice vinaigrette with pomegranate molasses.

What a hidden gem! I'm so glad I found this place online while searching for food. We wanted…read moresomething different and since I know falafel is usually vegan, we decided to stop in. The person working was helpful in answering all my questions about which options were vegan. My BF got a bowl with chicken shawarma and all the toppings- he devoured it! Beware, the bowls are HUGE and you will definitely be full after eating them. I ordered the falafel wrap with all the veggies and just hummus (since the other options had dairy in them). We also ordered a side of fries. They were a little salty but we loved the spice on them. Both of our meals were outstanding. Our last day in town we didn't know where to eat so I suggested coming back again. We had another delicious meal cooked to order! I tried the dolmas that time and they were good, but not my favourite. Would definitely stop in again if we're ever in town.

I arrived from Southern California last night, I am not familiar with restaurants in the area, but…read moreI found Damascus House on google. I wanted to share a short review as the order was placed online, therefore I don't have an input of the ambiance or in-house service. THE FOOD IS PHENOMENAL! OMG every bite was delicious the chicken cooked to perfection, juicy, tender, flavorful. The rice was incredibly tasty and the Fattoush salad delicious. I am only in town visiting family for 1 week, but I do hope to get an opportunity to actually go have a meal at the restaurant. I am certain eating there would elevate the experience.

It s a wonderful restaurant with a beautiful Damascene decor, rich in traditional charm. The staff…read moreprovided an exceptionally warm welcome, and the elegance in food presentation was truly pleasing to the eye. On top of that, the food was incredibly delicious, adding to the delightful experience." Lamia Sami

The shawarma is really good, pretty authentic and tastes great. I'd recommend getting the chicken…read moreshawarma with the pomegranate molasses adds a great tang. Go for the barbican for the drink. The ambiance is great and chill. The service is very good and fast. Amazing student discounts around 7 dollars for a shawarma and a pop. Overall, way better than osmows or lazeez and the likes.

Shawerma Plus SERIOUSLY hits the spot. You can't miss Shawerma Plus with the outdoor signage and…read moreinviting colors. After walking inside you get the same cozy feeling and the smells just warm your soul up. They put so much dedication from the way they speak with you to the quality of the food, I was really satisfied. I didn't know this but you actually get $5 off your first order of $25 or more if you order online through their website shawermaplus.com - love supporting local! Since I was really craving mediterranean I decided to go all out and order. First, there was so much variety on the menu that there wasn't anything I couldn't order. Shawerma Plus has some of the best value meals so I decided to order the Saj Super Family Tray, Chicken Shawerma Poutine, and Baqlawah for dessert. My Saj Super Family Tray came out so crispy and flavorful - seriously filled with so much umami. I love how the poutine uses their own sauce and it really made for a unique combo. To finish, the baqlawah was the perfect finish with the sweet drizzle. For a Mediterranean craving, I will definitely be back. Thank you for all that you do!

The baklava is really good. I never really liked baklava because I thought it was meant to be…read moresoggy, based on what I've tried before, but this one was really flaky and crispy. The Egyptian rice + garlic sauce are great.

I brought my father to Almadina for his birthday. I couldn't have chosen a better place to…read morecelebrate him. Katia was the absolute best, best, best server I've ever had (and all my closest friends are in the service industry!)!!! She celebrated my father like she was part of our family -- with the most genuine kindness and warmth. As though the hospitality wasn't enough, the food matched the feeling. It was so fresh, flavorful, and plentiful! I'm not a big foodie, but I savoured every bite. My father said it was the best birthday meal he'd ever had. Life is so short; time with my sweet father these days are treasured. His birthday lunch at Almadina will be a cherished memory for the rest of my life.

Stopped by for a late lunch. Had lamb, chicken and smoked rice. It was delicious, the lamb was nice…read moreand tender although some parts of my piece of lamb was dry, still tasty though, chicken was good. Rice was the star of the show, the nuts and fried shallots on top were a nice touch. I would come back again.

Vietnamese spring rolls were good, pho was ok. But they serve you cheap fountain soda instead of…read morebringing you a can. You can't charge $3.75 for a glass of fountain soda. That's bush league and so fast foodish.

I've been a loyal customer here for many years, but after today, I'll NEVER be back. I came in…read morearound 4:00 PM on October 31 with my kids, just wanting a quick meal so they can go trick or treating, and left absolutely disgusted by the way we were treated. I ordered a grilled meat and rice dish, and with so many similar options on the menu, the wrong meat ended up being ordered When I pointed it out and asked if they could simply replace the meat to match my order, the waitress responded with a complete lack of care. She bluntly told me, "The manager isn't here, so you have to pay for both dishes whether you eat it or not." That was it--no solutions, no effort to fix the issue, nothing. I was left feeling like my business didn't matter to them at all. If this is how they treat long-time customers, I can't imagine how they handle other guests. Take my advice: AVOID THIS PLACE. There are plenty of better pho spots in town that actually value their customers. This was the last straw, and I won't be back. An absolute nightmare of a dining experience!