A little about this place
About Damascus Fine Mediterranean Foods
Damascus Fine Mediterranean Foods is a Syrian restaurant in College Lane Plaza at 718 17 Avenue SW, Unit 4, on the 17th Avenue strip, open late. Shawarma is the core, including Shami and Arabic shawarma platters, crispy beef shawarma and mixed wraps with sweet, tahini, hot and garlic sauces, alongside a mixed grill platter with saffron rice, falafel, soujouk, spicy potatoes, chili bread, breakfast plates, baklava and rice pudding. There is a sit-down dining room hung with pictures as well as a quick takeout counter.
Signature dishes
- Kebbeh Nayeh
- Grilled Kebbeh
- Shish Tawouk
- Damascus Shawarma
- Mansaf
- Knafeh
HFP review summary
What diners mention
Research updated ·
4.6 / 52,598 Google reviews · saved total
Saved ratings and review totals may have changed.
Rating breakdown at this snapshot
- 5 stars
2177 2,177 - 4 stars
171 171 - 3 stars
75 75 - 2 stars
41 41 - 1 star
134 134
What people enjoy
- Shawarma and platters taste authentic and full of flavour.
- Staff are warm and quick, and mistakes are put right with a free treat.
- The dining room is clean and warmly decorated.
Things to keep in mind
- Some find prices high for shrinking portions, and groups report an automatic service charge added without notice.
Compiled by Halal Food Pass from public reviewer opinions. Experiences vary; these comments have not been independently verified.
Good to know before you go
What is Damascus Fine Mediterranean Foods known for?
Damascus Fine Mediterranean Foods's listed signature dishes include Kebbeh Nayeh, Grilled Kebbeh, Shish Tawouk, Damascus Shawarma.
Is Damascus Fine Mediterranean Foods open past midnight on Friday?
The Friday service continues overnight: 12 PM to 2 AM next day. The closing time is on the following calendar day.
Where is Damascus Fine Mediterranean Foods located?
Damascus Fine Mediterranean Foods is at 718 17 Avenue Southwest, Calgary. The listed neighbourhood is Beltline. Use the directions link on this page for the route to this branch.