Villa Madina in Lower Sackville

858 Sackville Dr, Lower Sackville, NS B4E 1R7, Canada

★★★★★
(106 reviews)
Categories: Mediterranean restaurant Caterer Chicken restaurant Falafel restaurant Halal restaurant Restaurant Salad shop Sandwich shop

About

At Villa Madina, we have been proudly serving all your traditional Mediterranean favourites since 2004 and more recently, we’ve remixed the classics with our original RokBox™ and Shawarma Poutine. With over 30 locations across Canada, the #PerfectShawarma is not out of reach. Our beef and chicken shawarmas are not just any shawarma. They are the perfect shawarma. Seasoned with our secret Villa Madina spice blends, they are slowly and evenly roasted to perfection. We serve a spectacular selection of salads from tabbouleh to Fattoush, they are made fresh daily. We are Halal certified.

Website
villamadina.com
Address
858 Sackville Dr, Lower Sackville, NS B4E 1R7, Canada
Plus Code
Q8G3+4C Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, Canada
Time Zone
America/Halifax

Business Hours

Monday
11 AM–10 PM
Tuesday
10 AM–5 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
11 AM–10 PM
Friday
11 AM–10 PM
Saturday
11 AM–10 PM
Sunday
11 AM–10 PM

Services

Service options
Delivery On-site services Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Offerings
Healthy options Small plates
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Dessert
Amenities
Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Groups
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.5
★★★★★
106 reviews

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falafel (9) chicken shawarma plate (7) garlic sauce (7) potatoes (6) wrap (5) quantity (5) saj bread (3) grand opening (3) beef shawarma (3) sides (2)
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November 29, 2024

Here's a revised version of your review: --- I am a great fan of Lebanese food, but my experience at Vila Madina in Lower Sackville was extremely disappointing. The quality and quantity of the food, particularly the falafel plate, were subpar, and the presentation was completely lacking. I visited the place twice, hoping for a better experience, but both times I was let down. The staff were rude and unprofessional, especially when I asked for customizations. They behaved as though they were doing me a favor, despite the fact that I was paying for my meal. The service was far from what I would expect, leaving me very dissatisfied. I would not recommend this place based on my experience.

★★★★★
November 25, 2024

Very good authentic Mediterranean food! I ordered the half & half chicken and beef plate, very delicious. It was very fresh and flavorful with lots of options for sides. A great alternative to existing restaurants.

★★★★★
October 5, 2024

Just left! Been to about every chain shawarma restaurant there is, including other madina locations and this one was BY FAR the best. Every aspect of my meal was absolutely perfect, best falafel I’ve had in years. Great staff, great service, will 100% be returning.

★★★★★
August 10, 2024

We went today after my daughters soccer game. What a delicious place! We had the chicken skewers and everything was amazing. The potatoes, two types of rice with the garlic sauce were a hit! Abi is also a great addition to the team. Very friendly and great customer service. Location is clean and bright and open. Will definitely be back!

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Today's lunch had likely the best Tabouli I ever tasted, made by Zahra! Absolutely delicious! She killed it!! Always great food in general, but yum - that tabouli was amazing! Well done!!

May 12, 2024

Went for Mothers day. Was extremely disappointed! Took 25 mins, the size of the donair was laughable. The falafel salad was filled about half way and the falafel's were dry, could tell they had been sitting. Was very let down by this, had been excited to see them open, but they are nothing like the villa madina in the mall. Unfortunately they will not last long like this.

★★★★
May 6, 2024

Just recently opened. I decided to go with the Chicken Shawarma plate. It took a few minutes as the potatoes were cooked while I was waiting. For the plate, you can choose from 2 styles of rice (she did also offer half and half) I went with saffron rice (there were peas and carrots in it) you also get potatoes, shawarma, hummus (which I don't eat so opted out) and salad, I choose Fattoush. They put the dressing on the side. Also you can have the turnip, pickles and peppers. I choose just the turnip and pickles. It didn't seem to be too filled, however with the shrinking sizes from Mezza it seemed to be on par. The potatoes were good I did dip them in the garlic sauce. I love mezza garlic sauce and only found similar sauce at Byblos, but it's been awhile even since I was there. This garlic sauce is white and fluffy, but does have the good taste like Mezza. (Some places I've been to I found it tasted off) Salad was delicious. The rice was good (I'm not a rice lover) the shawarma itself was ok. I did find it didn't seem to have as much spice to it as other places and it was a bit dry. I feel like the dryness is likely because they are still learning and I watched as one guy was showing the other as he was making the plate. Then the drive home and trying other parts of the plate first. I will definitely go back again to give them another try.

★★★★★
May 4, 2024

Great spot with friendly staff! I went on opening day- I love their food! The garlic sauce is out of this world. I picked up 2 platters for my husband and I for dinner. Now that it's in the neighborhood, this will be our go to take out spot!

★★★★★
December 15, 2024

Abhi was very friendly and served my food amazingly

★★★★★
December 8, 2024

Its my new favourite spot in sackville. Their food is really tasty and fresh. Abhishek and Rahul are the best

★★★★★
December 8, 2024

We had the swarma plates today for lunch, excellent food, nice selection of sides., generous portions especially the chicken. We will def be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 1, 2024

Excellent! Best shawarma Ive had outside Dearborn/Windsor. The beef was perfectly spiced and cooked. The guys running this location are great. Hope to be back soon.

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

Really clean, great spot to sit for lunch. Food was delicious. Staff were helpful and kind.

★★★
December 1, 2024

The chicken shawarma plate is soooo good, and you get a lot!!! even a choice of different salads.. 4 days after i had it i went back again for more lol

Local Guide
December 1, 2024

I went to have veg falafel plate dine in. Hygiene gets zero, customer behaviour gets zero and the food he was serving like that he is giving me at free of cost. I haven t seen attitude in my entire life. The guy who works at evening shift especially is ridiculous, disgusting and senseless attitude. Last time in my life that I went to store and I would also aware everyone keep an eye on his attitude. Looks like he is an honour of the store and if he does I don t care but people should be aware. Bye Bye Villa Madina. Mark my words you guys with these attitude twice I would only say you guys are sinking ships the matter is time. Cheers !!! Keep it up. That day will come soon. Vegetarian options: Never want to go back I would be okay without food.

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

Must try place for shawarma lovers. The best shawarma in Halifax so far. Worth for the price.

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Excellent service and great new space. Staff, falafels and garlic sauce were excellent!

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Great prices, delicious flavors, and excellent quality! Their Halal shawarma is served in a clean and welcoming atmosphere highly recommend!

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

The chicken shawarma plate was the best i ever had better then mezza !! The service was great very friendly!! We will be back for sure!!

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

I went in for the first time, the two gentleman working were very helpful and kind. The food was absolutely delicious! I will Be back :) Food

★★★★
November 22, 2024

I had a very creepy experience at this location. I was trying to just order my food and was relentlessly getting hit on by a staff member. He even pulled me aside and asked if I was single. Will not be returning

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Awesome food great service. Abhishek is super friendly and provides amazing service and always welcomes me when I walk in. I m a repeat customer and will be back.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Excellent

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

I wish I had taken a photo, it was so good I couldn t put it down. Very clean place. Friendly staff. I couldn t find the best shawarma until I came here. With the Saj bread it is amazing. It has the right combination of everything. I wish I could give you 10 stars. You have a repeat customer. Thank you and I will be back soon.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Todays lunch had likely been the best Shavarma I ever tasted, made by Zahra and Abi! Well done Food

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Food was awesome and the customer service by Rahul was amazing, definitely will be back.

★★★★
September 22, 2024

Not a bad spot! Had their beef and chicken shawarma plate. Pretty fair size dish for 20$. Service was great. Nice and clean eating area. Recommended.

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Great service and food. Highly suggest.

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

One word - FLAVOUR!!!! This is my go to place when I m craving good food with a variety of flavours on the same plate (Chicken Shawarma Plate). The rice, chicken, roasted potatoes, salad and all the sides are exceptional - but the Garlic sauce is 100%!!!!!! The staff are great - very friendly. In and out in less than 5 minutes (I got take out). Good parking also. So glad they are in Sackville.

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Awesome Special thanks to Abi and Zahra Food

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

First time my wife has ever eaten this kind of food. Rahul was very patient and helpful with her menu choices. The food was amazing. Parking: 8 spots

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Just had the best plate of shawarma in my life! Not only that, but the friendliest customer service ever. The two gentleman who were working were beyond pleasant and happy which is something I find important as a customer :) Always nice to know the place you re buying from fosters a positive work environment as well as fresh yummy foood!! Please don t miss this spot! This is my new shawarma home Told all my friends to come! Very convenient location too.

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Awesome spot with great portions, especially if order extra protein!

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Best shawarma in the city

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Beef Shawarma plate was delicious, the garlic and hot sauces are 10/10. Super friendly staff as well. If you don t eat here you are missing out!

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Villa Madina, and my experience was made truly exceptional by Abhishek. From the moment I walked in, Abhisheks warm and welcoming demeanor set the tone for a fantastic dining experience. Abhishek was incredibly attentive and ensured that every detail was taken care of. His knowledge of the menu was impressive, and his recommendations were spot on. I tried the chicken shawarma and falafel based on his suggestions, and they were both outstanding flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. What stood out the most was Abhisheks genuine passion for providing excellent service. He checked in regularly to make sure everything was perfect, and his friendly and professional attitude made the meal even more enjoyable. Thanks to Abhishek, my visit to Villa Madina was unforgettable. His exceptional service and attention to detail truly set him apart. I highly recommend asking for Abhishek if you want to have an amazing dining experience. I will definitely be returning and look forward to being served by him again!

★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Shish Taouk, 2 skewer + kaftan. Fatouch salad. Rice, potatoes... falafel & shawarma plate... chicken shawarma rokbox... extra pita and garlic potatoes. Unfortunatly not many of the key elements met average taste or texture. The Hummus and the safron rice were good. The remainder... gnaaaan!!! Lived the experience, moving on. Food

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Amazing food. Amazing service and they were very nice and generous employees.It was very clean.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Awesome food ! Loved the environment and hands-down best customer service . Worth every dollar we spent. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

I dropped by Villa Madina for a quick bite. The staff were welcoming ad the process was quick. I always struggle in finding a good Flafel that has all the necessary ingredients and looks green inside. This was close enough and the wrap tastes good without sauces.

★★
July 22, 2024

Fast service . No taste 2 super wraps .more like super skinny. Barely any veg sauce or hummus. Chicken was good thats all we got in dry wrap . First and last time

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

I really enjoy the rok box and shawarma. The store itself is always super clean and the staff too are great. It has become my go to shawarma place whenever I crave an authentic taste.

July 22, 2024

Paid a lot for a donair that had barely anything in it. Servers were very nice. Food : 1/5

July 22, 2024

Excellent food, worst behavior and very bad customer service

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

I was at the Madina Villa location in Sackville for the first time today. I always have an amazing eating experience at the Mic Mac Mall location so was very eager to try out the new restaurant in Sackville . I was not disappointed ! My husband and I were their first customers of the day arriving just moments after they opened . Our server (sorry, I wish that I knew his name) was wonderfully pleasant and friendly . We ordered the falafel wrap and falafel salad. The food was so tasty and fresh. We thoroughly enjoyed it. The serving size was great and priced reasonably. The restaurant is clean and tidy. I am so happy to have two wonderful locations to visit now . We will be frequent customers! To our server today - we greatly enjoyed our hot, fresh garlic potatoes in the car. Yum yum , they were awesome Vegetarian options: Lots of wonderful vegetarian options (especially at Mic Mac Mall location) - fresh and delicious.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

The staff is very friendly and the food is FANTASTIC! Flavourful, portions are good and everything tastes fresh. I hope this location continues providing great food and it isn t because it s a new location.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Amazing service, wonderful staff ! Super Convenient location only thing missing is the bean salad can put it right there in the empty space :)

★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

I ordered take out today for lunch, having tried this place at the mall a few times I thought the food would be great. I ordered the falafel rokbox. Unfortunately what I got was overcooked and dry falafels, mushy rice and the rok sauce tastes like warm mayonnaise and isn t good with the rice and falafel, the pickles and turnip were also extremely salty. I don t think I would order from here again.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Abhi gave us wonderful service! The quantity and food quality was next level! We ll be back for the great food, and definitely return for the great service! Win/win! Halal Food : 5/5

★★★★
July 22, 2024

Eating Villa Madina for 7-8 years and this place is good. Just a note to the owner pls work on your quantity. Pls add beans and khuskhus in salads. Villa Madina is mainly known for good quantity. Thanks

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

We decided to try this place while in the city from out of town. The food was absolutely phenomenal! Huge portions and everything was absolutely delicious! The staff were extremely kind and wonderful. We can t wait to go back!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Food and Staff were top notch, glad I decided to stop in to try it out, the chicken shawarma on saj bread was fantastic!

★★★
July 22, 2024

I did the online order and will opt to go in next time. Thought the online order for pick up is a good convenience. Online order was easy and quick. promptly received a confirmation to pick up order around 719pm. I was there by 712 and it was ready. The order was for chicken/beef shawarma plate and falafel/beef plate and added side of pita bread for the dips we chose. Disappointed in the quality. The food was cold, no pita bread in the order and meat was dry or at the very end of product. Rice was good. Didnt expect the potatoes as part of the combo. Portions are weighed. First time trying this place. Price is ok. Will try again but plan to go in and order face to face. Restaurant was noticeably clean when I did the pick up.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Beautiful new location and walking Distance to me! Fast and friendly service, the mixed plate was amazing and a great portion size! Nice clean and fresh interior. I ll be back Food

★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

The culinary experience fell short of the delicious standards set by the Mic Mac Mall venue. I left disappointed. Additionally, the service seemed rather sluggish, despite the establishment not being particularly busy during my visit. Its possible that these setbacks are just teething problems associated with the opening phase, and I remain optimistic that the quality will soon match that of the other location.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

The food was amazing. Was served by Ritik. Awesome customer service. Food

★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

This was my first visit and it was great. Food was delicious and the staff were friendly!

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Tried this place today for the first time and enjoyed every bite. The staff at thr Sackville location are top notch. They both were smiling, knowledgable about the menu, and genuinely seemed to enjoy their job and take pride in it (a rarity nowadays). The food was hot, well flavored and a great sized portion. Id recommend this place to any and all my friends. Will be back soon to try something different 10/10

★★★
June 22, 2024

Had the donair wrap. Meat was like store bought and sauce watery.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Food is just as good as mezza but the portions were better. Staff were super friendly too. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Amazing food and a beautifully designed facility!!

Local Guide
June 22, 2024

This incident happened 1-2 weeks after the official opening Everything was great until I had a shisk taouk chicken wrap. The chicken was rotten. It was so old and dry that when I had a bite, it was so hard, the bite felt like I was crunching a hard candy, breaking in a million pieces of glass tasting like fermented meat. This is what happens when those big chains of restaurant are taking over. The cook is just an employee, while the business owner cares only about profits. Well, he better leave his computer screen and get himself in the kitchen and look at what is happening there. This chicken was kept under completely unsatisfactory sanitary condition for extremely long time. People, stop paying for food like that, go at the grocery store and cook your own meals. The price of food have drastically increase and those restaurant chain have only one focus, profit. They will buy the cheapest quality chicken and keep it for as long as it take until they sell it. The meat is probably prepared somewhere else and it is shipped frozen to the restaurant, exactly like McDonald. you will not fool me twice. Edit: Just to show you how much they care, they responded on Google reviews to communicate with them on their website, I did, 2 weeks ago. No answer yet.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

The food at Villa Madina is a standout , The service at Villa also is efficient and friendly specially Zahra and Abhishek Food

★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Garlic sauce not as good as the dartmouth location and chicken was dry. However, the rice and potatoes were pretty good. Much better visit this time Food : 3/5

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

My partner and I ordered the chicken and falafel plates. The food was fresh and bursting with so much flavor. Very well priced for the quantity and quality. The staff were patient and kind and took pride in their product. Will absolutely be back and will bring the whole family. Awesome addition to food options for our community.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

So yummy! Seriously way better then Mezza and you get way more food for your buck;) Staff is also very friendly:)

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

good real food and fast

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Holy cow. Amazing vegan falafel wrap, great atmosphere, kind staff.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Rok box is very reasonably priced.great quantity for an awesome taste. Try their home made hot sauce. Only thing is they are very reluctant at putting the garlic sauce for some reason. Just wished we didnt have to ask twice Also, the app doesnt have lower sackville location, please update :)

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

My mother and I accidentally walked into the family and friend s opening event in Lower Sackville, and they fed us anyways for free!! A worker named Eric welcomed us in and made us feel right at home. All of the staff were so friendly! What a wonderful welcoming group of people, and the food was incredible! But we already knew it was gonna be ;) Thank you guys so much, we will be back soon!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Good service good food

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Amazing food and service. The store design looks great. I always ate at the Mic Mac Mall location and now I m happy there is one in Sackville.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Good customer service and really nice food. Very tasty.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

A warm welcome as soon as I walked in, the staff were all smiles and recommended I try their freshly pressed Saj bread. Im glad they did! Will be back and wish them much success!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Great food, quick service and nice workers. Better than mezzas in my opinion.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Best chicken shawarma. My wife had Falafel, and its special sauce was exquisite. Food

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Delicious Food, good prices, and fantastic portions! What more can you ask for. Oh wait, the staff were also super kind and funny. Finally the dining space was nice and clean. Great spot 6 stars if I could. And again the food is sooo scrumptious.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

BEST PLACE EVER!! THEY GAVE ME A FREE T SHIRT

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Food is AMAZING. Service is great unless! Vegetarian options: Some of the best falafel Ive had. Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

They opened new any wanted try it. It s super good. Customer service was also great. Would I recommend?, yes I would.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

so delicious! dropped by this new location to try out the Saj Wraps and RokBox which was so tasty and juicy. totally recommend if you re looking for a shawarma spot with LOTS of options they re also available for pick up which is great!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Well it was grand opening . Had to wait like 1 hour for food cz it was crazy busy but in the end food is worth it . Everything is fresh and so good taste. I prefer everyone .

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

I went in for their grand opening and fell in love with their food excellent atmosphere and food

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Yesterday! I went to this new neighbourhood store Villa Madina and it is an absolute gem! From the moment i stepped in, the ambiance whisked us away to the Mediterranean. The food? Divine! Every bite burst with authentic flavors, and the service was impeccable. The staff I don t remember the name exactly (Abby) went above and beyond to ensure our experience was memorable. A definite must-visit for anyone craving exceptional Mediterranean cuisine. Five stars all the way! Vegetarian options: They got falafel s, salads , potatoes , fries

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Yum

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Absolutely great food . Fast friendly service Parking: Convient Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Had chicken shawarmma plate very good qaulity good service by ritik

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

My favorite

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

We went for the grand opening. Lovely staff who worked beautifully together to accommodate the large number of customers who showed up for their opening event. I ll be back! <3

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

The staff were super friendly and asked if it was our first time there, which it was. They let us take our time and go over the menu before placing our order. The food was prepared quickly and served with a smile. We had the chicken schwarma plates and fried cauliflower. It was delicious and we will certainly be back for more. Dietary restrictions: They were very accommodating about explaining what was in each dish as I could not have potatoes and my husband couldnt have curry. There was plenty of options to choose from.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Had the mixed meat (chicken&beef) shawarma at the new location on Sackville drive. Always go with the extra garlic and tahini sauce! So good!