Pita Grill (Riverbend)

The Riverbend Pita Grill, on 18 St SE - the Mediterranean street-food counter that r/Calgary named as one of the standout shawarmas in the city, now in a bigger room than the one it started in. Listed as halal on Zabihah and Yelp. What to order The lamb platter with all the fixings, the donair and chicken mix platter, or a large beef shawarma - the portions are the point, and the final turn on the grill that crisps the wrap is what regulars mention. Mo behind the counter is named. One 2026 review reports a slip - an ungrilled, mushy pita - so it is worth watching whether that recurs. Good to know Open 11am to 9pm, Sunday noon to 8pm. Booth seating that is tight for four; dine in, take out or delivery; good for children, vegetarian options, step-free entrance, free parking. Rated 4.7 from more than 1,100 Google reviews.

Pita Grill (Riverbend)

The Riverbend Pita Grill, on 18 St SE - the Mediterranean street-food counter that r/Calgary named as one of the standout shawarmas in the city, now in a bigger room than the one it started in. Listed as halal on Zabihah and Yelp. What to order The lamb platter with all the fixings, the donair and chicken mix platter, or a large beef shawarma - the portions are the point, and the final turn on the grill that crisps the wrap is what regulars mention. Mo behind the counter is named. One 2026 review reports a slip - an ungrilled, mushy pita - so it is worth watching whether that recurs. Good to know Open 11am to 9pm, Sunday noon to 8pm. Booth seating that is tight for four; dine in, take out or delivery; good for children, vegetarian options, step-free entrance, free parking. Rated 4.7 from more than 1,100 Google reviews.

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Pita Grill (Riverbend)
Pita Grill (Riverbend)
★ 4.7 (1111 ratings) · $
8338 18 St SE #420, Calgary, AB · (403) 452-5650
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4.7 1,111 Ratings

Absolutely incredible service and food !! I had the lamb platter with all the fixings and was so amazing. Thanks to “Mo” who prepared my meal. I came to witness the “lunch crunch” but through all that the service was fantastic. I highly recommend Pita Grill for authentic Med street food in a clean, comfortable atmosphere. I will be back. 🙏🏼

Trevor Shaw 2 months ago Read on Google

Best food of our trip! I got the donair & chicken mix platter. It was a ton of food and the sauces and flavors mixed perfectly in my mouth. I will be back.

Sherilyn Stephens 5 months ago Read on Google

Save yourself the trouble and the good reviews. Place is a huge letdown It was once good but the quality is so low in 2026. Pita bread not grilled properly. Thing feels like mush and going in the trash. Won’t be back

John Havey 7 months ago Read on Google

Big guy review: Food is excellent and great portions for the price. Had the large beef shawarma and it was delicious and big! Seating is all booth so you can move the table if it's just you or two of you sit on one side but could be a problem if it's 4 people would be a tight fit. Atmosphere is great clean and you can watch them put together your food. Overall this place will be my go-to for shawarma or donaire going forward!

Devin Clarke 2 months ago Read on Google

Omg. I've been to lots of shawarma places around calgary. These guys are absolutely my favorite. The last little rap they do before putting it in the grill is amazing. The servings are huge and filling and delicious. Never got a good egg once from this place. These guys have moved up from a smaller location to the one they're in and it is worth visiting.

Fish Gawd 2 months ago Read on Google

The Riverbend Pita Grill, on 18 St SE - the Mediterranean street-food counter that r/Calgary named as one of the standout shawarmas in the city, now in a bigger room than the one it started in. Listed as halal on Zabihah and Yelp.

What to order

The lamb platter with all the fixings, the donair and chicken mix platter, or a large beef shawarma - the portions are the point, and the final turn on the grill that crisps the wrap is what regulars mention. Mo behind the counter is named. One 2026 review reports a slip - an ungrilled, mushy pita - so it is worth watching whether that recurs.

Good to know

  • Open 11am to 9pm, Sunday noon to 8pm.
  • Booth seating that is tight for four; dine in, take out or delivery; good for children, vegetarian options, step-free entrance, free parking.

Rated 4.7 from more than 1,100 Google reviews.

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