Shawarma 401 in Oshawa

1383 Wilson Rd N, Oshawa, ON L1K 2Z5, Canada

★★★★☆
(1260 reviews)
Categories: Shawarma restaurant

About

Authentic Mediterranean

Website
shawarma-401.ca
Address
1383 Wilson Rd N, Oshawa, ON L1K 2Z5, Canada
Plus Code
W4QR+HW Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
11 AM–9 PM
Tuesday
11 AM–8 PM
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
11 AM–9 PM
Friday
11 AM–10 PM
Saturday
11 AM–10 PM
Sunday
11 AM–9 PM

Services

Service options
Delivery On-site services Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Halal food Healthy options Small plates Vegan options Vegetarian options
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Counter service Dessert Seating
Amenities
Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Family friendly
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids High chairs
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.4
★★★★☆
1260 reviews

Most Mentioned

wrap (75) portion sizes (50) dinner (28) platter (22) family meal (18) rocks (15) poutine (15) GTA (13) baklava (13) garlic potatoes (7)
5 stars
980
4 stars
97
3 stars
35
2 stars
30
1 stars
118
★★★★★
November 29, 2024

ALL GAS NO BRAKES!! They’re generous with toppings & customizations! The rice way a litttle lacking but not even close to being detrimental to the experience! I got extra pickles & turnips & as you can see they went craaazy. I love this place. Life saver as it’s close to home & my favourite shawarma spot in Scarborough just fell off harder than Drake

★★★★★
November 2, 2024

AMAZING people! Superb service and delicious food. They make everything with fresh ingredients and make it so so good. We got chicken shawarma wraps. its delicious

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

super nice place, never busy around lunch time, awesome portion sizes and good price for what you get. delicious food. better than osmows 😁😁

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Excellent food, we had mix platter and fries. would love to come back any day of the week.

October 7, 2024

Disappointed! I have been going there for 2 years now and have definitely observed how the portions sizes have reduced dramatically, the garlic is not the same and they are stingy. I only went to this place in GTA after moving from Ottawa. Now I will completely avoid shawarma in GTA. Take a look at the serving of potatoes which is literally half. ☹️

★★★★★
May 31, 2024

Shawarma 401 is a standout spot renowned for its impeccable cleanliness and inviting atmosphere. Not only is it budget-friendly, but it also boasts an impressive variety of sides to complement your meal. The owner’s warm and friendly demeanor adds to the welcoming environment.

★★★★★
April 9, 2024

I rarely provide feedback unless it’s super good or terribly bad. First time visit and will be our go-to place for shawarma moving forward. Food was delicious but what made me write this review is their customer service- these guys were friendly and efficient! They actually care about the food they serve. Ordered the family meal along with 2 large wraps.

★★★★★
October 20, 2023

Back for more today. Chicken & Beef Combo platter with everything. So good, no leftovers.. Shawarma 401 is the real deal. Fresh Naan, crunchy salad, Shawarma machines loaded with chicken and beef that is sooo tasty you can't stop eating... Portions are huge, staff are friendly and helpful, prices are quite reasonable. Recommend We shared the combo platter with chicken/beef, rice, and the works. A perfect combination of meat and veggies, with amazing garlic and other sauces. We ate in while it was hot and completely enjoyed a great meal for 2 with pop for only $25. Great value! Recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

This place has the best shawarma plate in Oshawa. The amount and quality of food you get everytime, keeps me going there again and again.

★★★★★
December 8, 2024

Big portions, fair prices and awesome quality

★★★★
Local Guide
December 8, 2024

Great food I wish pita bread was more fresh.

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Amazing shawarma!!

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Delicious Falafel Wrap! As a vegetarian, finding a satisfying meal can sometimes be tricky, but the falafel wrap I ordered was absolutely fantastic. The flavor was rich, the ingredients fresh, and the portion size just perfect. The balance of spices and textures in the wrap made it a fulfilling meal. I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a tasty and wholesome vegetarian option!

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Best place in town, come and get the best shawarma!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Best shawarma restaurant in all of Durham Region

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Delicious, fast and accurate service ....! Well done.. Will come back soon Food : 5/5

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

The service was excellent, and the staff was friendly and attentive. The ambiance of the restaurant was cozy and inviting, creating a perfect setting for a delicious meal.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Family deal is amazing. Great tasting food. Great portion. Wait time was bit too much. Restaurant needs to plan ahead for busy Friday night.

November 22, 2024

Been a regular customer for a couple of months everything was FANTASTIC until today. Yesterday went in ordered every thing fine until it came to the potatoes two small containers filled one for me then one for my male child. The second one was immediately dumped back I to the tray and the guy says Im gonna make him new ones. Ok didnt think much about till my son said why did d go only dump one back why isnt he making new for you.? I said it should be fine. We live 5 minutes away we got home he got nice hot potatoes while I had Luke warmish. Today we decided too go with my husband . I decided to not get a wrap and get the chicken on the mountain. Husband and sons wraps made first. No problem makes sense then my order potatoes and chicken. Then my order is shoved a side and the guy tells my husband he is gonna make them fresh potatoes so 8-10 mins. Now Im thinkg wtf. So we get home my dinner is cold. Potatoes and chicken so it was thrown in the garbage. I will not return to in-store but I will happily have my husband pick me up one. The food cant be beat. Yes the owner has reached out, however I declined to meet with him . I am still upset and hurt with how I was treated. This will not stop me from eating the delicious shawarmas and potatoes tho.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Simply the best Excellent food, staff and the best rice Ive ever had ... Delicious Food

★★
October 22, 2024

It looks like shawarma, it s in the shape of shawarma, but it s not. It s honestly quite astounding how everything has absolutely no flavor. I m not sure how they did it. The quality of the food itself is fine enough though. Food : 2/5

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Loved the experience here. The food was amazing. The employee named Aman was very sweet and kind. I will definitely be visiting again.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

It was a very great experience! The service was really great. The workers were very friendly! Must try their on the rocks and d try their fries! Vegetarian options: A lots of vegan and vegetarian options

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

I ordered Chicken Shawarma on Rocks and it was absolutely delicious. The spicy garlic sauce and fresh toppings were a hit. Aman, the amazing guy who made it, really knew his stuff. He even gave me an extra Baklava for my birthday.

October 22, 2024

Where do I begin? The food tastes like cardboard and the service is laughable. The portions went downhill and they are becoming more stingy. The garlic sauce and hummus don t have any flavour and the beef is always minimal and burnt. In the comments the owners don t do anything to solve the problems they see but give performative answers with no solutions or ways to make it up to their customers. The environment inside the restaurant is sleezy and gross. If I could give it 0 stars I would.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

My favorite shwarma place the food is so good and those garlic potatoes are just the best. Cant get enough of it.

September 22, 2024

this used to be a good place to get food but since the original owners left the food doesnt taste good..the food is bland, over cooked or re-fried

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Best Schwarma place in Durham region. Have been here hundreds of times in the past several years. Highly recommend the mixed chicken and beef schwarma wrap! Prices are very reasonable and portions are huge! Should open another location further east!

September 22, 2024

These kids dont know when the meat is cooked I had a large beef wrap and had to toss it out after 2 bites

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Best shawarma in oshawa. Their platter( chicken) is a great combo. Party tray is the real value for money. Food

★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Yummy and tasty shawarmas. Very delicious falafel freshly fried in front of us. Good quality of Shawarma plate enough for two. Friendly service.

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Best shawarma in Oshawa

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

The food was fantastic and if anyone wants to try authentic and best shawarma in durham region then you should surely come here. The staff was also very friendly and they give their opinion to make the wraps better.

★★★
September 22, 2024

Got the family meal yesterday. The flavors were spot on like we are used to but there wasnt close to enough chicken to feed the four of us (and we arent huge eaters at all). We just make wraps with everything and ended up on with meatless wraps by the time we finished dinner. Lots of everything else, just not close on the chicken unfortunately. Will be back, just not the family meal.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Delicious food, friendly staff

★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

The food is good and the portion sizes are generous. However, there s room for improvement with the sauces .

★★
August 22, 2024

Left me wanting more. Sauce was not very good at all. Chicken was decent, cooked nicely but could use a lot more flavour. Food

★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

The food was not seasoned and the sauces they added did not bring more flavour to the food in anyway. The potatoes and rice were good tho

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

My wife and I tried this spot on a whim tonight and this might be one of our new favourite spots in Oshawa. Both her donair wrap and my chicken plate were very flavourful and you could taste the freshness of the ingredients in each. We were also in awe of the portion we got for the price we paid. Seriously, come hungry, you will be hard pressed to find better value in the area!

★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Great shawarma. Courteous staff

July 22, 2024

The A-bomb 401 hot sauce put my mom in the hospital Emergency room with pancreatitis. Would not recommend at all.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

My absolute favorite place for Shawarmas .fresh and delicious. The guys are friendly, kind and welcoming. Im hooked!!!!! Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

If you are foodie person, this is the place where you can find the best shawarma in the town of Oshawa. Visit once you will come again . Like me . Food : 5/5

★★★★
June 22, 2024

Every thing is good, but as soon as more than 4 people enter the shop, service guys get stressed out and they cut the portion of meat on the order.... so others dont have to wait... These guys work really hard, very cool and polite servers but they just get stressed out when it gets little busy . Expensive food but its worth it

★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

I really enjoy their food and often order here. However my experience today was not great. The two Indian guys working were talking about me in their language. They didn t realize I understood what they were saying. It made me very uncomfortable. My request to the the owner, please train your staff to not talk about customers and their order while serving them, even if it s in their own language. It s extremely rude and makes people feel uncomfortable.

★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Used to love this place so much but food is going downhill.. soggy shawarma.. no flavor.. Will come back again.. hope for better taste next time Food

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Ordered falafal wrap( was so delicious) had an amazing experience there. Vegetarian options: Yea Parking: Yes Kid-friendliness: Yea Wheelchair accessibility: Yes

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Excellent customer service. We had Falafel along with Garlic and hot sauce. Very delicious, will recommend this must try Shawarma.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

I recently had the pleasure of dining at 401 Shawarma, and I can confidently say it was an exceptional experience! The food was incredibly flavorful and fresh, with generous portions that left me completely satisfied. The chicken shawarma was perfectly seasoned and juicy, while the falafel was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The staff was friendly and attentive, providing excellent service from the moment I walked in. The restaurant was clean and inviting, making it a great place to enjoy a meal with friends or family. Overall, 401 Shawarma exceeded my expectations in every way. If you re looking for delicious, high-quality Mediterranean food, this is the place to go. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

I wish it was cheaper but the best shawarma in town! All the gentlemen that work here provide you with a pleasant experience as well. Never had a bad experience.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

It is an extraordinary place to visit and have a chance to taste the meal Good service

★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Update: Family dinner special is amazing. (Photos are from years ago under original ownership but still looks similar)

May 22, 2024

This was unfortunately the most tasteless shawarma Ive ever had. The flavour of the beef and chicken shawarma, as well as the sauces were extremely mild. The garlic potatoes were also mediocre. I love shawarma, so I hope this was just a bad night, but I was very disappointed with this place. I didnt even finish the food. From this experience, youre better off ordering from osmows.

★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Desi people, but professional and shaverma is v good

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

At Shawarma Heaven, every bite is bursting with flavor! When you walk in, they greet you warmly, making you feel right at home. Try their chicken shawarma wrap its amazing! Tender chicken, crunchy veggies, and tasty garlic sauce all wrapped up in soft bread. They also have yummy sides and drinks. Whether you love shawarma or just want great food, Shawarma Heaven is the place to be. Youll leave happy and full, already planning your next visit!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Honestly, I just tried Shelby s but I ve been ordering out in Shawarma 401 for the last 4 years. Shawarma 401 is much better than Shelby s. I really want a comparison due to all the hype and to be honest nothing beats shawarma 401 in Oshawa!!! Don t fall off the hype of Shelby s but if you do that s fine too as you ll quickly learn to realize that Shawarma 401 is far better!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Great portions, chicken is delicious! Finally a spot with real garlic!!

May 22, 2024

Unfortunately, myself and my family had a bad experience with this restaurant. We ordered three shawarma wrap combos with various sides (rice and potatoes) and a milkshake. We ate the food with minimal complaints, such as the potatoes were stale, they were out of stock on a few items, and the wraps had the wrong ingredients on them etc. However, if that was the only issue I wouldnt be writing this message with such a poor rating. The true issue came an hour after when all three of us became gravely ill and had to frequently use the bathroom. All three of us were up all night with stomach cramps and diarrhea. The next day I was completely exhausted and could barely eat anything. I hope this was a one-time occurrence, however, I will not be frequenting this establishment ever again. I hope no one else has such a poor experience.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Friendly staff amazing food good quality service

April 22, 2024

I bought the chicken shawarma platter and the food was underwhelming not much flavour, the pickle turnips were spoiled and the chicken tasted old and dry. The ingredients were old and not fresh at all. I will definitely not be returning. I bought food from here probably over a year or so ago and the food was so good. I don t know if it s new management.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

This place is pretty good

April 22, 2024

I used to swear by 401 Shawarma, praising it as the pinnacle of shawarma perfection. However, recent changes in ownership have transformed this once-beloved establishment into an unrecognizable disappointment. Gone are the days of succulent, flavor-packed shawarmas that left my taste buds singing with delight. Instead, what greets customers now is a sad excuse for a shawarma, resembling nothing more than a mummified relic devoid of any semblance of taste or texture. Its as if theyve taken a page from the cookbook of culinary catastrophe. Lets talk about value, shall we? Paying a premium for what feels like a few measly shavings of meat wrapped in disappointment is nothing short of a ripoff. The quantity-to-quality ratio is so skewed that it feels like theyre laughing all the way to the bank while leaving customers feeling utterly swindled. And dont even get me started on the attitude of the staff. Its as if theyve undergone a crash course in customer disservice, with their demeanor rivaling that of servers plucked straight from a homeless shelter. The lack of courtesy and professionalism is palpable, leaving patrons feeling more like inconveniences rather than valued guests. Whats truly egregious is that the previous owners had cultivated a loyal following, evident in the over one thousand five-star reviews that now feel like relics of a bygone era. Its a disgrace to see such a reputable establishment tarnished by the ineptitude and indifference of its new proprietors. If 401 Shawarma hopes to salvage any semblance of its former glory, it needs to undergo a complete overhaul, from its lackluster food quality to the abysmal attitudes of its staff. Otherwise, it wont be long before this once-beloved spot finds itself back on the market, desperately seeking new owners willing to restore it to its former greatness. Save your money and your taste buds, folks. This place is a sinking ship, and I, for one, wont be along for the ride.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Lovely staff. Amazing food. Great value. Love this place!

★★★
March 22, 2024

If you open at 11 be ready at 11. At 11:20 I come in, want a mix wrap and the beef is another 10 min wait ppl dont have time for that in todays fast pace world. Great food otherwise.

Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Guy discussed the order on phone for 5 mins but wants me to come and order in store for pickup. Makes no sense

March 22, 2024

I hope the meat was real beef.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Our go to shawarma restaurant. Large portions, will keep coming back

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

I went there today for my first time they have a clean restaurant and delicious food and Customer service is very fast respectful employees I really like them thanks Shawarma401

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Love this place!!!

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

The staff and manager have been serving me as a customer for over a year and half been nothing but hospitable, efficient and generous with their servings. As a company they strive to make the customer experience as seamless as possible and I would recommend this restaurant to any newcomers who are looking for food that tastes most authentically to that of the food from back home. It s a 5 star experience all around.

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Awesome team, great food. They get busy so call your order in. Thanks!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Best family deal ever. We go a few times a month. Very cost effective. Must go! Never heard someone say something other than its awesome there!

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

I usually visit this place for dinner and the most tasty meal for me is their chicken on the rocks, specially with yellow rice. I have no words to say about the taste. Vegetarian options: Falafel wrap is the one you can enjoy

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Been here a few times now. But this time I figured I would finally review. For thr chicken on the rocks large size, its under $15 and they literally give you so much. I have a huge appetite and I could only get through half so its 2 meals for me so would be able to feed 3-4 smaller people.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Love this place. Big fans of the chicken shwarma wrap! Big big portions and great value. Never a miss after almost 2 years of going here. But one things Ive noticed recently is staff will take thier breaks in the booths (which I have no issue with) but they face time or listen to a movie on full blast volume. Makes it difficult to hear the workers who are asking questions for your order and to enjoy eating in restaurant.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Do your taste buds a favor and make it a priority stop on your next journey. Trust me; you wont be disappointed! Their food is very much economical in terms of price and very good in quantity. I had their falafal wrap and falafal plater. It was awesome and so tasty. Strongly recommend to try. The staff radiates genuine warmth and enthusiasm, making you feel like a cherished guest rather than just a customer. Theyre knowledgeable about the menu, always ready to offer recommendations, and ensure that your dining experience exceeds expectations. From the moment you step through the door, the tantalizing aroma of perfectly seasoned meats grilling on an open flame greets you, setting the stage for an epicurean adventure. The ambiance is warm and inviting, with a touch of Middle Eastern charm that adds to the authenticity of the dining experience.

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Place is clean and service is professional and quick. Love the food! Would highly recommend this place as I do to all my friends and acquaintances. Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Great portion, food and service

★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Got the Donair Salad I was surprised that garlic and hummus didn t come with them. I feel as though I would have preferred if the price was just $2.00 more and it came with it automatically Instead of being asked to add it. I think garlic and hummus is an assumed part of flavour profile so it was strange to be asked to pay extra. I think most people take garlic and hummus with any meal from this type of food. The salad portion didn t have any flavour as there was no dressing and the donair meat was very charred/burnt and didn t have a very good flavour either. The staff were very friendly and the prices were reasonable.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Friendly service and everything on the menu is delicious.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I decided to try this place based on the reviews. I can honestly say whoever eats at this restaurant has a horrible taste in food and doesnt understand what good service is, not to mention finding hair in your food can be a determining factor. I most certainly will not be back here.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

As a massive shawarma lover this place is highly disappointing. How can chicken that is shaved directly from the pit be so dry? The chicken portions is generous but will have you choking due to the dryness. No salad dressing on salad ordered. Cannot add extra toppings such as tomatoes to their on the sticks meals oppose to other shawarma locations. Overall this place does not live up to the ratings.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

This spot hits different!! I go out my way to get some of this shawarma ( I dont even livein the same city).They just do things nicely and Ill keep going back until they dont lol. Always smiles and plenty of extras!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good food, awesome staff, and kitchen hygiene all contributed to a great experience. Very generous serving and consistent experience everytime.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best shawarma in GTA and Toronto easily!! I drive over 1 hour to eat here multiple times a week. Foods always fresh, massive portions and great customer service. The truly make the best shawarma.

December 22, 2023

I ve used to love the food but ever since the new owners have taken over the quality has gone down, the portion sizes are ½ what the used to be and the prices have increased significantly. Wish the previous owners would open another spot.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Hidden in a plaza in north Oshawa you ll find an exceptional place for Shawarma. Fresh ingredients. Amazing portions on the platters and wraps. Very friendly staff. They just made a fresh batch of garlic potatoes and gave us a sample with garlic sauce on it to try. The sales pitch worked. Very nice touch. So overall awesome place for Shawarma and friendly staff. Definitely be coming back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Fantastic mixed meat shawarma. I am very impressed with the staff always smiling and so friendly.

December 22, 2023

This was my go to place for Shawarma, till the last owners . But when I went there last year , saw that it was new owners . Its not even like Shawarma anymore . Big chunks of chicken , undercooked and dry , salad looked like it had been sitting out for days . Tried again yesterday thinking maybe they kind of learned as they were new owners , but nope . Food being prepared with no gloves , same big dry chunks of chicken , lettuce looked so bad that I dint even take it . Not going back here anymore

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I don t care what anyone says. This is the best shawarma place in Oshawa. Hands down. I ve had it for take out multiple times and recently dined in. This place never misses.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Shawarma 401 makes some of the best Falafel wraps I ve ever had. They also have some of the friendliest staff who go out of their way to make the customer as happy as possible. I d recommend this place to everyone!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Had the mixed plate (chicken and beef). Both meats were nicely seasoned. Sauces are also very flavourful. Manager and his brother working the late shift were very helpful and I will definitely be coming back.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Food taste Great! Staff are friendly. Will go back again!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Exceptional customer service experience. Went above and beyond to give a family-like experience. And the food? Fantastic.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We always get the family meal and it feeds our entire family and we have leftovers for the next day. The food is so well seasoned and the employes are so friendly. We love shawarma 401.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Food is amazing, we got the family special. Vegetarian options: Falafel is available Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Awesome shawarma, thanks Shai Shav!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

This place is AMAZING!! Wonderful service and great portions. The garlic sauce here is by far the best

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Yummy shawarmas and Family platter is Excellent Vegetarian option Is to skip meat get all vegies and pickles stuffing with tahini I.e sesame runny sauce with garlic spread and hummus chick peas mashed Chopped tomatoes Pickle green chilis and pickle cucumberd Excellent Yummy shawarmas

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

So delicious and good serve

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Amazing food, amazing service. Staff was knowledgeable, friendly and took the care to explain the differences with what they were serving me the first time. I was extremely impressed with the quality of food that was produced. Id recommend this over any chain, anyday because of how fresh and tasty their food is, coupled with their amazing service. It truly is a one of a kind experience here. Will always be my go-to spot from now on :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Delicious. 401 Hot Sauce is pretty legit. The wrap does kind of fall apart, use the foil and you re all good.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best shawarma I had in Oshawa. My go to spot Food

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Amazing food and good hospitality. Must visit. Kid-friendliness: Amazing staff. Can easily customize the food. Food : 5/5 | Service

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

I went there at closing time with my friend the owner made us a delicious wrap also gave us extra food. Chicken wrap was really good

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best in durham and amazing service!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Amazing food the sauces are hand made each day by the staff everyone is so kind great customer service always a good experience going here ! :) Vegetarian options: The falafel is amazing!!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Generous portions and the sauces are excellent. Harrisa sauce is a show stealer. Meat is sliced thin and tastes crispy without being dry.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Everything about this place is amazing. The food, portions and the prices are excellent. The staff are absolutely amazing, so welcoming and nice. My go to place for middle eastern Food. Their family platter is a must try.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Excellent service. Staff is amazing and food is mind blowing. Definitely going bak. Thanks

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Hasnt been a good the last three visits. It was our favorite, but probably wont be going back now.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Pretty disappointed with the food. Ordered on the rocks and the entire meal was dry with no flavour. Crew helping with putting together the meal had excellent CS skills which is why 2 stars but unfortunately that cannot make up as the food was unappetizing!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

switched to this place for my shwarma plate. garlic is very smooth and tasty

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

401shawarma Is known for their epic-ly proportioned family packages. We have purchased them in past and you do get your moneys worth! You get two trays loaded to the brim with meats, rice, potatoes, salad, hummus and wraps. The last couple times we have been there, we have gotten the plate dinners instead. You get two different types of rice, potatoes, garlic sauce, hummus, pickled veggies, salad, pita and the meat. Your tray will be Heavy and bursting at the seams. I LOVE to eat and can eat a fairly large portion; yet I always have enough for two days worth. I generally have the Donair plate while my other half has the chicken shawarma. We get these for dinner and finish them off the following day for lunch. Its essentially two meals each. The plate rings in at $15.99 and considering its more than one meal, its not a bad price! I would HIGHLY recommend getting the sweet sauce on your meal. Not sure what it is, but its tasty.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Ordered the beef shawarma on rice. Was looking forward to trying this place as I love shawarmas but was honestly disappointed. The meat at best was okay. some burnt pieces on the meat so hard to chew. The rice was good. Was not a fan of any of the sauces. I got about 3 different kinds of sauce. Paid about 15 bucks for the meal which was in my opinion for the quality not great value. It was around 20 bucks with a bottle of pop. Only good thing was the guy serving the food. He was good at giving me details about the sauce and what they were like. Overall wouldnt eat here again

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

So delicious, and I am celiac and they are the most allergy conscious restaurant I have been to. All food came from the back, fresh gloves, knives, tongs for serving. What a great experience!! Dietary restrictions: So accommodating Wheelchair accessibility: Shouldn t have any issues

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Been here multiple times and always had great experience here. I got to take my wife here for the first time recently and she has a large amount of allergies. The chefs were able to provide numerous types of food and made sure all toppings were fresh so that there was no cross contamination. Everything tasted great, loved the team that works here!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food, great prices. The staff were all very nice.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Delicious food. Clean and nice place. The owner is very friendly and nice.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Very urgent

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Dirty place and food is not fresh, I threw the food after taking 3 bites as I found a solid object inside my sandwich

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The best shawarma place wherein you get the best service and very pleasant service from the store staff The other good thing about this place is the portion sizes are very generous and the prices are very reasonable and they maintain the quality of the food too I recommend this place not only for service and quality of food but also for the availability of plenty of parking space

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

My go to shawarma place .

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Always taken care of cleanliness and hygiene I am vegetarian and the staff always guides me to choose the suitable options.. Taste is absolutely delicious

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Its delicious. I would call it the number one shawarma in GTA. The four waiters are very attentive. I ordered the largest set meal for two people, but they didnt finish it all. Nothing to say about the taste.

December 22, 2023

Really disappointed. Ordered a large beef shawarma. I believe I accidentally got a medium shawarma or they drastically reduced the size. Once I started eating, all I could chew into was fat. Felt like all of the meat was fat. Feel slightly sick after eating it too now. Sad to see this. This place used to be my favourite shawarma spot here.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

friendly staff,food is fresh fast and filling always good

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best Shawarma in town! I highly recommend this place.

December 22, 2023

Terrible for delivery!! No sauce no dressing no pita!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Got the mix plate. We ll worth it! $19 got me a mountain of a container, and it was struggling to stay closed.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I popped in just before close (my bad but I was hungry). There were a couple things sold out as it was end of Day .. I understand that. Staff were super friendly and the meal was really good. One of the better shawarmas in Oshawa. Not Cyrus good but still very good. Good size portions too. Treat yourself to a baklava .. you wont regret it!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best shawerma place in Oshawa by far!! The shawrema is authentic, the sauces are so tasty and the staff there are so friendly!! Highly recommend!!!

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

First time here, shawarma wrap was handed over cold, taste was very average. Gonna stick with osmows..

December 22, 2023

Worst shawarma i ever eat in this place waste of money

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best shawarma without a doubt. Friendly service. Addicted to the falafel here.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great food great service

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Quality of the food gone down. Shawarma was soggy. Chicken was under cooked.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

They changed management YES. This review is not to compare the two. Its to review the actual service and food NOW. Chicken and beef shawarma the regular size is HUGE. The salad is fresh, meat is juicy and sauces are bomb. They shave the meat fresh from the grill. WORTH YOUR MONEY. Dietary restrictions: Keto

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

My first time here but heard a lot of good reviews before hand. First impression was the large portion sizes. You get your moneys worth. I will definitely be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good location and good quality food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The staff were really friendly even though we got there almost at closing time.

December 22, 2023

The worst shawarma and service. Combo was not included. Toppings were all wrong. They didn t even include garlic sauce. I seriously doubt they even read the order. Very expensive and absolutely will not be returning.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

..so far THE BEST SHAWARMA in oshawa! Big serving lots of meat, no extra cost for humus! Amazing customer service!!! Super love it!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The food is always fresh and served with great customer service!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Love this place. Food is good. You must try.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Hands down the best shawarma in Durham!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best shawarma place in Oshawa No wait .. in the whole GTA area I really enjoyed my meal , but I like the most about them is the consistency, they maintain a good quality. The Shawarma itself is well cooked , garlic sauce is creamy and delicious The rice and pickles are really well prepared Thank you guys and I can t wait for the next time.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The best shawarma place hands down! The quality and quantity match is just unbelievable. Everything here is delicious. Must try.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Excellent service, food and portion sizes!! Dont waste your time and $$ going anywhere else.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best shawarma place with excellent service. Highly recommended

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Exactly food exactly service

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We have had food from this place many times, one of our friend recommended it to us and we loved it. The staff was very friendly and were very welcoming. The overall ambiance of the place was great. The food was amazing. The food quality was great, the quantity of the food served was also very generous, the taste of the food was very delicious. Since last week we have had dinner take-out from here for about 3-4 times and the food standard have remained the same and so has the taste. We also met the owner and he was very experienced and friendly, he is very passionate about his business and it clearly shows on how he runs the store. The chicken plate is our favorite and is highly recommended. All the sauces especially Harissa is amazing if you love spicy food. All in all this is an amazing place for either dine-in or take out. :)

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Love love love this place! Best shawarma spot out there!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Very very good

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I would rate the shawarma just 4 stars not because it was not good. It did tasted good, but I dont think it tasted like the authentic middle East shawarma. The mayo was nice. The staffs are really nice.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great staff and great food! Really good value for the quality/portion size!

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I went to this shawarma place. It s owned by non Muslim and, has an idol with photo copies and letter from other places saying it s halal. Based on my 10mins investigation, this place is NOT 100% halal

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

It was worth trying chicken on the mountains with chocolate milkshake . Will recommend people to try it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Popped in for a quick lunch, food quantity, quality, friendly staff and halal (HMA) certified. Busy during lunch time. 10/10 would recommend and one again. Meals could usually feed 2 and family special 4 to 6 ppl.

★★★★
December 22, 2023

By far the best shawarma and falafel in whole GTA. No exceptions Update: After the new owners, this place is not the same it is used to be.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Falafel was a mazing

★★★
December 22, 2023

I love the food here but I absolutely hate the wait. I wish that they would help people with single dinners quicker than they do I watched three family dinners go out before I was even served. There is really no excuse to make people wait more than 20 minutes. They need to realize that their family dinner is feeding six people for less than $10 a person when my chicken plate is $20.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Prioritizes catering, not authentic middle eastern. Just another brampton bought buisness.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

excellent food, excellent service!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Everything is perfect

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I am a vegetarian and i Went in to Shawarma 401 after seeing their great online reviews. I went in at 11:20am for a falafel wrap. The open sign was turned on but the door was locked. After a staff came and opened the door I asked him if I can get a falafel wrap and he said they do not have falafel at the moment. Very disappointing.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

UPDATE: I revisited to get my Chicken Shawarma Fix and the owner recognized my previous review and experience and was humble enough to explain his process and agreed with my experience on the beef. However he sampled out his intentions with a different cut of the beef and even offered complementary falafels. This shows how much the owner respects his customers and overall his business. This is how it should be for all small businesses and I have updated my review to 5 stars based on my last experience! I really want to like this place again after new management but I tried last few times and I havent had any luck. Last time I ordered through uber eats and it came so soggy and unwrapped and had no choice but to throw it away. I gave it 1 last chance and came in store and ordered a mix wrap and the beef was impossible to chew and was full of burnt fat. However the only thing that I gave it 3 stars is the chicken inside the wrap was still delicious! I also ended up waiting about 15 mins just for 4 falafels and Im assuming the oil was not ready and hot and therefore it was just soaking it up and the falafels were just fried oil balls at this point. On that note I will return for the chicken Shawarma only when the cravings hit but everything else I will have to pass.

December 22, 2023

hi. just picked up a chicken shwarma from you around 930pm today. I dont frequent Oshawa, but today I was in the area with family. I ate the shwarma on drive home. it tasted as if some ingredient in the shwarma had gone bad. and to make it worse, the grill marks on the pita were burnt, so every few bites I tasted charcoal. worst shwarma ever.

★★
December 22, 2023

Shocked that they sell on the rocks and on the stix but they refuse to do half and half

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Man they stink for their customer service!! We walked in 2 minutes after 9pm and were told they were closing and cant serve us for some quick takeout. Open sign was illuminated and the door was still unlocked, with another customer inside being served. They still had shawarma too... Guess they didnt want our business.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Either the reviews here are not authentic or there has been a recent change in ownership/quality. This place is not more than a 2/5. Below is my feedback: 1. Not authentic: no tabouli or ayran. The hummus was extremely grainy and had no flavour at all. Shwarma was not even grilled. 2. Fries were inedible. They were likely expired, and couldn t even bite into them - they were like rocks. 3. Shwarma itself did not taste anything like a shwarma should. Will not recommend to anyone, regardless of whether you are looking to get middle eastern food or not.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

I recently visited this shawarma shop, and I must say, it was an exceptional dining experience. The food was not just good; it was outstanding! The shawarma was perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. The flavors were exquisite, and the quality of the ingredients was evident. The staff was friendly and provided excellent service. I cant wait to go back for more of their delicious shawarma. Highly recommended!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Came here for some lunch and we really enjoyed the food and service. We ordered the chicken shawarma wrap and chicken shawarma rice plate. Very good size portions that will leave you full. Seems like the food is all made inhouse which is great and fresh.

December 22, 2023

Cihicken smells,rice not good.and they ask extra a dollar for garlic sos!!! One of the worst shawarma restaurant.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

This place is the bomb, amazing portions, amazing food and fantastic service You guys are the best ! Food : 5/5

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Ordered Donair plate instead got 4 pieces of meat barbecued on tops of rice! What is that last time I checked donair plate has meat sliced on it!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Always consistency in food quantity and quality. Super awesome friendly staff.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best shawarma spot in town always fresh, clean and kind. Shaishav Always knows how to put a smile on your face and make you feel welcomed

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Always best quality food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Manager shaishav is best chef.....I am a vegeterian ..always gets falafal and garlic potatoes....he always take care of my needs....superb bataka .....5/5

★★
December 22, 2023

Used to be amazing, now awful. They no longer slice the meat fresh for you. Instead, it sits in a tray, cold, dried up and hard. I brought it to their attention that I wasnt happy with that and suggested if a customer was standing in front of them that they should slice it fresh. They didnt offer that to me. Will definitely spread the word that this restaurant is no longer good. They used to be lined up out the doors, they were so good. Its a shame theyve changed for the worse, and such a simple thing too

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Food really not good chicken was cold

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Kinda foolish that they dont take order over the phone for pickup. A successful business owner tries not to lose any business. The taste of food has recently changed!