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At Shelby’s Shawarma, we embrace the vibrant essence of Middle Eastern cuisine, infusing a touch of humor and authenticity into every bite. Our story began with a passion for flavorful dishes, meticulously crafted to tantalize your taste buds. Located at 1690 Huron Church Road in Windsor, we pride ourselves on our versatile menu—from signature shawarma wraps to delectable desserts like kanefe and baklava. Each item is prepared with care, ensuring rich marinades and savory sauces, such as our renowned garlic sauce, elevate your meal. Come experience the joy of sharing delicious food and memorable moments at Shelby’s Shawarma, where every visit is a celebration!
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Welcome to the mouthwatering world of Shelby’s Shawarma, a delightful spot where authentic Middle Eastern flavors dance on your palate! Located at 1690 Huron Church Road, Windsor, ON N9B 3P9, Canada, Shelby’s has quickly made a name for itself, not just in Windsor, but beyond, thanks to the owner’s hilarious presence on Tiktok that keeps the culture vibrant and engaging.
Shelby’s Shawarma boasts a vast menu that caters to every craving. Whether you’re a fan of hearty shawarma burritos or traditional wraps, there’s something for everyone. You can customize your meal with various proteins and toppings, ensuring a unique dining experience every time. During my visit, I opted for the signature shawarma burrito filled with a savory lamb-beef blend, and it truly did not disappoint. The marinated meat was cooked to perfection, with a fantastic oil dressing drenching the wrap just right, making each bite an explosion of flavor.
The ambiance is bustling yet welcoming. Despite its modest size and slightly tight parking, the vibe is energetic. The staff, although busy, are friendly and eager to assist. You’ll find self-ordering kiosks, helping streamline your experience, even if one of them was on the blink during my visit. Not to worry! The friendly staff, knowledgeable about the expansive menu, were more than happy to answer any questions.
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Another standout delight that deserves a mention is their kanefe, which has garnered praise among patrons, offering a sweet end to a savory meal. While some may have experienced a wait, the comforting flavors more than make up for it—Shelby’s is well worth the time invested.
From my experience, this is not just a meal; it's a culinary journey. Grab a bebsi (a local twist on soda) and join other enthusiastic food lovers in celebrating the joy of Middle Eastern cuisine. With a friendly community vibe and a commitment to quality, it’s easy to see why people are willing to travel from afar, even crossing international borders, just for a taste of Shelby’s Shawarma.
So why wait? Make your way to Shelby’s Shawarma; I assure you, you’ll leave with a satisfied palate and a smile on your face! Don’t forget to check out their social media for a dose of laughter and to see what deliciousness awaits you on your next visit. You won't be disappointed!
“ I heard about this place through of all things, Tiktok. The owner posts hilarious videos out of the Toronto location and I couldn't help but wonder how their food was. after watching a ton of the videos, I finally remembered to google them and realized they have a location in Windsor! YES. I bookmarked it and finally had the time this weekend to hustle over the border to check it out. This location isn't huge and parkings a bit tight, but that's okay. It's literally a mile from the Ambassador bridge. The menu is huge and you can customize it any way you'd like. They have three kiosks for self ordering, but one was down when I was there, so only two. They also have a huge menu overhead on TV screens so you can get an idea of what they serve before hitting the kiosk. I had a ton of questions and asked a nice gentleman behind the counter for help. The staff will help if asked, even though they're insanely busy cooking. I ended up getting their signature shawarma burrito and you can literally get any protein inside. I went with the lamb beef mix. Drinks are bottled pop, and sides are extra, like hummus and other stuff. Let me tell you, this is a fantastic shawarma and worth my time and money to get. Also, the owner guy posts a ton of hilarious videos so you have to watch a few before going. He always gets upset when people try to put ketchup on the shwarma, and if you check your receipt, there's a hilarious blurb on there about how ketchup does not belong on them! Also, due to his middle eastern accent, some of the items are phonetically spelled from the way he speaks which is even funnier! He loves to talk about za spicy garlic, brotein instead of protein and a bunch of other stuff too. Go check this place out because I will literally drive across the border to eat here again. Very well done! ”
“ You know it's authentic when you walk in and are the only white person in there. Haha. The other customers so nice offering their food and stuff to try like dude I have my own. The garlic sauce on the wraps mmmm yesss. Don't forget the bebsi indeed! ”
“ My friend heard somewhere that place was incredible, so we drove from Detroit to Canada to try out this place. I got a legendary shawarma wrap with beef/lamb and my boyfriend got the biryani. I was being extra and also got a chicken boutine as well. The shawarma wrap was amazing. The meats were marinated very well. When I got to the bottom half of the wrap, there was a lot of oil dressing dripping out. The biryani was interesting. However, the boutine had too much of the red sauce making the dish off a bit. The chicken in boutine was well seasoned though. Additionally, my boyfriend also got a side of french fries in zatar seasoning. We did not taste zatar much in the fries. They added too much of the brown sauce to it. Overall, it was amazing and worth the trip. ”
“ The shawarma was alright and I waited an hour for the food to come, the kanefe however was really good! ”
“ Somehow "Shawarma Man" from Shelby's ended up in my reels. I was pleased to find out that there was a new location near me in Windsor. We made our first post-COVID trip to Canada just to try Shelby's. It was AWESOME. Worth the tip through customs. We had a traditional wrap, the biryani, and baclava. All were superb. Service was quick and friendly - better than you'd expect in a counter service restaurant. The Windsor location is at the corner of Huron Church & Totten in the former Starbuck's storefront. Try it! You won't be disappointed. ”
“ 4 stars is a bit generous but here's why- it takes a bit of nerve to open a "chain shawarma" spot in Windsor, and I even vowed to never visit one. Don't get me wrong, Windsor still has a few stellar Mom and pop shawarma shops, but a lot just aren't good or what they used to be. What I will say is there seems to be a really good selection of traditional as well as modern fusion dishes. Halloumi shawarma quesadilla, tacos, poutines etc. I went with a mixed shawarma bowl on fattoush salad. Wife got a chicken shawarma and we split some halloumi fries because why not!? Bowl had a solid amount of meat for the price, and hummus in there as well. Wasn't the best fattoush salad, more just lettuce and pita chips but whatever it was just the base. You can also get rice, rice and fries, etc etc The saj bread is cooked to order, pretty neat, a little chewier than the crispy pressed pita we are used to in Windsor, but not in a bad way. Wife liked the wrap, although the seasonings were again a bit different for her, but again not in a bad way. Halloumi fries were tasty, but probably wouldn't get again, although as mentioned halloumi would be a great addition into other dishes. Service was great and you can tell this franchise pays a lot of attention to customer service (smart move being new in town). ”
“ The food was incredible. My first time trying Shawarma, so I don't have any other places to compare it to. The service was spectacular, and the juices that I tried were very good. An absolute must try in Windsor. ”
“ Instantly became the best shawarma place in Windsor the day they openned. Puts all the so called "best shawarma in windsor" to shame. ”