Jerusalem Shawarma, Middle Eastern restaurant in Calgary, Canada
Jerusalem Shawarma is a restaurant in Calgary that serves shawarma, donair, and grilled meat dishes prepared with marinated proteins and spiced seasonings. Dishes arrive on rice or wrapped in fresh flatbread, with customers able to add salads, garlic sauce, and other fresh toppings to customize their order.
The restaurant started as a single location and later expanded to multiple branches across different areas of Calgary. This growth reflected growing local interest in Middle Eastern food throughout the city.
The restaurant serves recipes rooted in Middle Eastern cooking traditions, prepared using methods passed down through generations. Diners can choose from rotating preparations of grilled meats and vegetables that reflect the region's food culture.
The restaurant offers family platters designed for groups of three to six people with multiple grilled meats, rice, salads, and vegetables included. Visitors can customize their meals by selecting from various sauces, side portions, and individual components to build their preferred combination.
The restaurant serves a fusion dish called Shawarma Poutine that combines Canadian fries with seasoned meat and traditional Middle Eastern spices. This unexpected creation brings together two different food traditions in an inventive way.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.