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About Osmow's Shawarma Halifax Young Street
Osmow's Shawarma on Young Street is a 24-hour Halifax fast-casual restaurant for halal shawarma, falafel, wraps, rice bowls, salads and late-night meals. Signature choices include Chicken on the Rocks, Chicken on the Stix, Half & Half, shawarma wraps and OzBox combinations, all customizable with toppings and sauce heat levels. Expect counter ordering, a busy quick-service setting and generous servings when portions are made consistently.
Positive reviewers highlight friendly staff, menu variety, value and the convenience of round-the-clock hours. Recurring low-rated themes include rushed assembly, incorrect toppings or missing sauces, inconsistent portions, and chicken or wraps arriving dry, cold or burnt. Google Maps lists a washroom, wheelchair-accessible washroom, Wi-Fi and plenty of free parking, including a garage. Washroom cleanliness was not a recurring topic and has not been independently inspected.
HFP's stored weekly hours conflict with the official and Google 24-hour listings.
Signature dishes
- Chicken on the Rocks
- Chicken on the Stix
- Half & Half
- Chicken shawarma wrap
- Falafel wrap
- OzBox
HFP review summary
What diners mention
Research updated ·
4.2 / 5844 Google reviews · saved total
Saved ratings and review totals may have changed.
Rating breakdown at this snapshot
- 5 stars
630 630 - 4 stars
45 45 - 3 stars
26 26 - 2 stars
19 19 - 1 star
124 124
What people enjoy
- Open 24 hours according to the official location page and Google
- Broad customizable menu
- Generous portions when prepared consistently
- Friendly service receives frequent praise
- Plenty of free parking
Things to keep in mind
- Rushed or inaccurate orders are a recurring complaint
- Portion sizes can vary
- Some diners report dry, cold or burnt food
- The branch can become overwhelmed during busy periods
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 Osmow's Shawarma Halifax Young Street known for?
Osmow's Shawarma Halifax Young Street's listed signature dishes include Chicken on the Rocks, Chicken on the Stix, Half & Half, Chicken shawarma wrap.
What parking is available at Osmow's Shawarma Halifax Young Street?
Free parking garage and lot with plenty of spaces listed on the public listing.
Is Osmow's Shawarma Halifax Young Street open 24 hours on Sunday?
The regular Sunday schedule is listed as open 24 hours. Check the special-hours section for dated changes before visiting.