A little about this place
About Shawarma Daddy & Charcoal BBQ
Shawarma Daddy & Charcoal BBQ is a busy fusion shawarma and charcoal chicken shop on Sheppard Avenue East in Scarborough. Wraps come on pita or saj bread at spice levels from mild to extra hot, alongside kanthari and butter chicken shawarma, shawarma poutine and plates. The charcoal BBQ whole-chicken family packs with rice or fries, pita and garlic sauce draw the biggest crowds, and the small space is geared to takeout.
Signature dishes
- Jerk chicken
- Chicken shawarma
- Beef shawarma
- Mixed shawarma
- Shawarma plate
HFP review summary
What diners mention
Research updated ·
4.4 / 52,452 Google reviews · saved total
Saved ratings and review totals may have changed.
Rating breakdown at this snapshot
- 5 stars
1876 1,876 - 4 stars
213 213 - 3 stars
82 82 - 2 stars
70 70 - 1 star
211 211
What people enjoy
- Juicy charcoal BBQ chicken and flavourful shawarma with adjustable spice levels.
- Friendly, welcoming staff.
- Family BBQ chicken packs and wraps that give good value for the price.
Things to keep in mind
- Some find the chicken burnt, dry or over-salted, or the rice heavily spiced.
- Long waits at busy times, often 45 minutes or more, and phone calls that go unanswered.
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 on the Shawarma Daddy & Charcoal BBQ menu?
The Shawarma Daddy & Charcoal BBQ menu on this page lists 44 items across 8 sections, including Jerk chicken, Chicken shawarma and Beef shawarma, checked September 2026. Prices shown come from the restaurant's own menu or direct-order channel as observed on that date; delivery-platform prices are labelled separately. The restaurant's own website is linked on this page as well. Menus change, so confirm current dishes with Shawarma Daddy & Charcoal BBQ.
How much does food at Shawarma Daddy & Charcoal BBQ cost?
Shawarma Daddy & Charcoal BBQ's own menu or direct-order prices observed in September 2026 ranged from $0.50 to $59.99 CAD. This range covers the captured items and variants; larger platters or catering packs may be included. Prices are set by the restaurant and can change; the observed date is shown beside each price on this page.
What is Shawarma Daddy & Charcoal BBQ known for?
Shawarma Daddy & Charcoal BBQ's listed signature dishes include Jerk chicken, Chicken shawarma, Beef shawarma, Mixed shawarma.
What parking is available at Shawarma Daddy & Charcoal BBQ?
the public listing’ About panel lists a wheelchair-accessible parking lot, a free parking lot, a paid parking lot, free street parking, and plenty of parking.
