Guests ask us about our shawarma more than any other dish on the menu. What makes it so tender? So flavorful? While the full recipe stays in the family, here's what we're willing to share.
The Marinade Is Everything
Our chicken and beef are marinated for hours — never minutes — in a proprietary blend of warm spices, garlic, lemon, and a few ingredients we're keeping to ourselves. The long rest lets the seasoning penetrate every fiber, so the flavor runs all the way through, not just on the surface.
The Vertical Rotisserie
Marinated meat is stacked onto a vertical spit and slow-roasted, basting in its own juices as it turns. We shave each serving to order, so every plate gets those crispy, caramelized edges alongside the tender interior — the hallmark of great shawarma.
The Supporting Cast
Even perfect shawarma needs the right partners. Our chicken shawarma comes with our famous homemade garlic sauce; the beef gets creamy tahini, fresh parsley, and onions. Add warm pita baked daily, rice, and salad, and you have the plates that made us an Oltorf Street staple.