Aleppo Shawarma and Donair
Reviews of Aleppo Shawarma and Donair
from GoogleAleppo Shawarma and Donair in Calgary continues to impress every time. The mixed grill platter was cooked perfectly — the chicken skewers were juicy and smoky from the grill, while the beef kebabs were tender, flavourful, and packed with authentic spices. The rice was light and fluffy, the salad tasted fresh, and the hummus was creamy and rich. Even the crispy pita chips and roasted potatoes added extra texture and flavour to the meal. The second platter was just as amazing. The shawarma wraps were crispy on the outside, filled generously with juicy meat and melted flavours inside, and paired perfectly with the seasoned fries and pickled vegetables. Everything looked fresh, colourful, and made with care. What stands out most about Aleppo Shawarma is the portion size, presentation, and authentic taste. It feels like comfort food made for sharing with family and friends. Definitely one of the best spots in Calgary for shawarma, kebabs, and Middle Eastern platters.
The food was so good!!! We got the Arabic shawarma platter and the beef was delicious!! Will definitely be back for more 🙌🏼 would recommend this place
Edited again to add: We actually didn't ask for extra potatoes. So you're confusing us with someone else, perhaps. And we paid for pita as an add on. So maybe you should be clear before you respond. Our food was barely edible and we threw it out. It was slop. We won't order again. Edited to add: Well, we learned our lesson tonight. Missing items again, in our order, barely any salad, no dressing at all, and the rest is sloppy, at best. For close to $30 for a plate? We will not be ordering again. Respectfully, you've lost 3 customers, if not more. We have loved this place for years, in person, and delivered. But delivery serviceable quality is seriously lacking. ALEPPO, PLEASE stop offering deals on Ubereats. We would rather pay full price and get what we ordered. The 2 for 1 deals, really aren't. There is less and less food, and we are always missing things. Tonight? No potatoes, barely any salad, 1 pita missing, and the extra falafel were almost black, and not edible. Ordering in person is SO much better.
I ordered the Large Mix (Shawarma & Donair), and the portion size was nowhere near what I would expect from a “large” plate. The serving was extremely small, and honestly, I don’t think the amount of food I received would even qualify as a regular mixed plate at most shawarma restaurants. Don’t be fooled by the menu photos, they make the portions look generous, but what you actually get is very disappointing. I paid $29.99 for the Large Mix, and the plate came with only two small pieces of potato lol. I’ve tried shawarma from many places across Canada, and this was by far one of the worst experiences when it comes to portion size and value for money. The taste was okay, not bad but nothing special either. The food did not match the price or the expectations set by their menu. I won’t be ordering from here again. Definitely not worth the money. See it for yourself i guess, but definitely wont be coming back.
The chicken shawarma is fantastic, featuring a good portion of meat and fresh vegetables. I especially enjoyed the lightly crispy bits of meat after stirring. The owner was very friendly, he noticed I was torn between a regular meal and one with fries and kindly offered the fries even though I had ordered the regular meal. Price is reasonable. Highly recommend!!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely incredible food. The flavour of the Aleppo Chicken Grill is next level—perfectly seasoned, juicy, & clearly made with care. Every bite was packed with rich, authentic taste. Huge shout-out to Fahad as well —he is always genuinely friendly, & welcoming, which made the experience even better. Fantastic food & wonderful service. Can’t wait to come back!
About Aleppo Shawarma and Donair
This Syrian shawarma and donair shop at 1324 B Centre Street N uses halal meat throughout. It feels like a neighbourhood restaurant rather than a chain counter, with a patio and prices that are low for what you get.
What to order
Get the chicken shawarma. It comes with plenty of meat and fresh vegetables, not a thin wrap padded out with salad, and diners say the lightly crisp bits of meat after mixing are a nice touch. The mixed grill platter is a good option for sharing, with chicken skewers, beef kebabs, rice, hummus and fresh salad. Diners also praise the beef on the Arabic shawarma platter.
Good to know
The owners check in with returning customers, and some diners have been offered extra fries on the house. Staff are friendly and welcoming. On the mixed grill, the chicken skewers are juicy and smoky, the rice is light and fluffy, and the crispy pita chips and roasted potatoes add texture.
| Saturday | 11 a.m.–10 p.m. |
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| Sunday | 12–10:30 p.m. |
| Monday | 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m. |
| Thursday | 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m. |
| Friday | 10 a.m.–10:30 p.m. |