A little about this place
About Tahini's Shawarma 8A Avenue SW Calgary
Tahini's Shawarma on 8A Avenue SW is the West Springs branch of the Tahini's chain, a build-your-own counter for chicken, beef, gyro and falafel shawarma in pita wraps, rice bowls and family platters. The menu leans into fusion, with butter chicken and tandoori shawarma, a Jamaican jerk wrap, a habibi bowl, a blueberry flame wrap and shawarma ramen, plus fries and chipotle-mango fries. Daily deals, including a Wednesday special and a $5 wrap deal, drive much of the traffic. It stays open late, until 2 a.m. most nights and 4 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Signature dishes
- Beef Shawarma Wrap
- Shawarma Ramen
- Blueberry Flame Shawarma
- Royal Shawarma Tray
- Poutines
- Bowls
HFP review summary
What diners mention
Research updated ·
4.4 / 5307 Google reviews · saved total
Saved ratings and review totals may have changed.
Rating breakdown at this snapshot
- 5 stars
240 240 - 4 stars
21 21 - 3 stars
8 8 - 2 stars
7 7 - 1 star
31 31
What people enjoy
- Wraps and bowls taste fresh and full of flavour, with fusion options such as the Jamaican jerk wrap and shawarma ramen.
- Counter staff are friendly and patient, and help first-timers choose.
Things to keep in mind
- Fillings can be thin, with little meat or few toppings for the price.
- Cooking is uneven, with some wraps arriving soggy, undercooked, burnt or bland.
- Some orders are made without asking about toppings, allergies or heat, and some complaints were brushed off.
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 Tahini's Shawarma 8A Avenue SW Calgary known for?
Tahini's Shawarma 8A Avenue SW Calgary's listed signature dishes include Beef Shawarma Wrap, Shawarma Ramen, Blueberry Flame Shawarma, Royal Shawarma Tray.
Is Tahini's Shawarma 8A Avenue SW Calgary open past midnight on Sunday?
The Sunday service continues overnight: 11 AM to 2 AM next day. The closing time is on the following calendar day.
Where is Tahini's Shawarma 8A Avenue SW Calgary located?
Tahini's Shawarma 8A Avenue SW Calgary is at 8561 8A Avenue Southwest, Calgary. The listed neighbourhood is 8A Avenue SW. Use the directions link on this page for the route to this branch.