El Genio del Shawarma

Emily Hahnel

5 months ago · vía Google

Someone said, "Have you ever tried shawarma? There's a shawarma joint about two blocks from here. I don't know what it is, but I wanna try it." so I got the chicken & steak. The food portions are large, the flavors are good, & they have a Sauce Bar... Don't get me wrong, the shawarma flavors are good, they don't need sauce... but I can't resist experimenting... Corn, garlic, spicy, & BACON... let's be honest, bacon tastes good even on a chrome bumper (if you're in to that sort of thing...) but I'm not so sure this is a meal that needs bacon. Don't know, I could wrong. However, the garlic & spicy add a whole new level to the shawarma... an amazing level... & the corn really goes well with the falafel... I will say this, I think my falafel was a little over fried, still edible though. And I will be returning to explore the various freshly baked goods that greet you at the door.

Sean Flynn

4 months ago · vía Google

OK, so I’m from Ottawa, a city that prides itself on being the Shawarma capital of the world outside of Beirut. Most Shawarma I get outside of Ottawa is horrific. El Genio del Shawarma is a very notable exception! The flavours and sheer variety and freshness of the food is unmatched. Great value and a really lovely vibe. I especially loved that they’re open late too! Even the most grizzled Shawarma connoisseur will approve of this most delightful culinary experience!

Erika Farias

4 months ago · vía Google

Amazing experience!! The place is so comfortable and the food is delicious!! Ariadna took care of all our party. We were a group of more 20 and everything was extraordinary

Julianna Henderson

4 months ago · vía Google

Seriously delicious. Was visiting Florida for the theme parks and by the end of the entire trip we honestly still think this was the best food we ate the whole time. Kind staff, cute atmosphere. Great portions. 4 stars because the wait time was a little too long probably 25 minutes. But that could've just been the day. Definitely a revisit!