Heaven Green
First time checking out Shawarma & Things and I would totally give it a 10/10. Not only is everything beautiful but it was all made fresh to order. I got lamb shawarma, falafel, hummus, and some Turkish delights. They even gave me a complimentary hot tea that they recommended I enjoy with the falafel. Loved everything!!
… moreRifat Tuzcuoglu
This is honestly one of the best chicken shawarmas we’ve had in Hampton Roads. The wrap is super juicy, full of flavor, and perfectly pressed on the grill, which gives it that amazing texture. We’ve tried a lot of shawarmas around here — and even in the Middle East — and this one definitely ranks at the top for us.
Their lamb sharwarma is also very good!
The restaurant is spotless and the staff is genuinely friendly and welcoming. We used to grab their food from the food truck before, so we were really excited when we found out they opened a permanent spot here in Janaf Shopping Center.
If you’re in Virginia Beach or Norfolk and craving real, authentic shawarma, this is the place.
One small suggestion: it would be great to see ayran on the menu — it would pair perfectly with the shawarma!
Definitely a go-to for us!
… moreRebecca Laberge
The ambiance is welcoming. Staff is friendly and helpful. I had the kofta wrap with fries and a mint lemonade. My friend got the kofta platter which had a small salad, pickled onions, pickled beets, rice and a pita bread. We also both got their homemade knafe (the mother of the store makes it so you know it’s good!) as well as some other dessert that had chocolate inside a marshmallow texture with Pistachios on top. They looked like little Swiss rolls but I’m not sure what they were called. Also got their hot tea. Everything was amazing. So flavorful and filling. This was our first time having Palestinian food and will definitely come back again.
… morePatrick Green
As soon as you walk in you are greated with a smile which honestly doesn’t happen alot these days so already off to a great start. The gentleman who helped me went over everything in great detail and honestly made the whole interaction a delight. I felt that my business and even just my pressence was truly valued and I will be a repeat customer for sure! As you are waiting for your order you can watch the staff make all the food to order with *FRESH* ingredients. They don’t skimp on quality and once you taste it you can surely tell. I can not stress enough how much of a treat this overall experience was and if you’re looking for shawarma or Mediterranean food trust me & give them a try – you won’t be disappointed.
… moreMichael McCartney
Absolutely delicious and authentic shawarma! Probably the best chicken shawarma wrap I’ve ever had. Everyone here is super nice and I can’t stop coming back for more food. I highly recommend the lamb shawarma, chicken shawarma, and falafel. They also have homemade kunafa on weekends which is amazing. Their baklava is delicious as well.
… moreTanlaya Rahoui
Amazing food and great service. Everything tasted fresh and full of flavor. One of the best shawarma spots around!
… moreAditya Bandodker
The owners were very friendly and the shawarma was delicious. I also had the Turkish coffee with a baklava which was also good. Portions are pretty big as well.
… moreChristine Barreca
Shawarma and Things is me and my husbands favorite shawarma and hummus ever!!!! We love coming here with friends and always have great conversations with the owners. We will be back soon 🙂
… moreM K23
The best shawarma, pita, etc. we’ve had stateside. Incredibly fresh and delicious. Clean, beautiful interior. The staff is super hospitable – friendly, helpful, and welcoming. If you’re anywhere near JANAF – support this family-owned business. Will be back!
… moreGracie Patten
Excellent restaurant – I understand why it has such a high rating! We ordered takeout and got a falafel salad plate to share, baklava, Ayran yogurt drink, and mint lemonade (not pictured), which all together was enough for two people for dinner. The hummus and cucumber yogurt sauce on the falafel bowl were particularly good. I’ll definitely be returning!
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