A little about this place
About Original Shawarma Hamilton
Original Shawarma on Upper James Street is a busy counter-service shawarma restaurant with a self-order kiosk, serving chicken and lamb shawarma wraps and saj, golden chicken and BBQ chicken on rice, mandi, family platters, falafel, shawarma poutine and kunafa desserts.
HFP review summary
What diners mention
Research updated ·
4.8 / 54,410 Google reviews · saved total
Saved ratings and review totals may have changed.
Rating breakdown at this snapshot
- 5 stars
4017 4,017 - 4 stars
152 152 - 3 stars
50 50 - 2 stars
27 27 - 1 star
164 164
What people enjoy
- Juicy, well-seasoned shawarma, golden chicken and family platters.
- Generous portions at reasonable prices.
- Friendly, fast service despite the crowds.
Things to keep in mind
- The small dining room gets crowded, hot and noisy.
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 parking is available at Original Shawarma Hamilton?
Listed facilities: a free parking lot and free street parking, with parking described as plentiful.
How should I read the review summary for Original Shawarma Hamilton?
The summary separates what diners enjoy from things to keep in mind. Both are paraphrased reviewer opinions from a dated snapshot, not independent findings or guarantees.
Where is Original Shawarma Hamilton located?
Original Shawarma Hamilton is at 891 Upper James Street, Hamilton. The listed neighbourhood is Upper James Street. Use the directions link on this page for the route to this branch.
