Have you ever wondered what does an authentic Iraqi shawarma tastes like? Well, look no further! Sumaq Iraqi got you covered. They serve homemade shawarma wraps and different kinds of meal platters.
| Address | 3920 Eglington Ave W #25 |
| Website | Sumaq Iraqi |
| @sumaqbbq | |
| Phone | 905 569-1888 |
| Server | Muskan |
| Cost | $15 – $30 |
First Impressions
We arrived at their Mississauga location around 6:30 p.m. The very first thing that I noticed was that the place was packed—a sign that it was lively—every table occupied by someone. We were lucky that we didn’t have to wait a long time to be seated, as there was a table with high chairs near the entrance of the restaurant. One thing that stood out to me the most was the wood house design on the left side of the wall.
The Dishes on the Menu
Chicken Shawarma
- Presentation: At first, it looks like a normal fully wrapped shawarma. Not really visually appealing but looks can be very deceiving
- Taste and Texture: I really like the pomagranate sauce and the homemade pita bread
- Worth it: Yes, this was worth the price and I would order it again. I was only able to eat half of it as I was already fool. That’s how good it is.
Tepsi Baitenjaan
- Presentation: The appearance of it looks nice and makes me excited to eat it
- Taste and Texture: The texture of it is very mushy, I like the variety of vegetables but personally not a fan of it
- Worth it: Yes, it was worth the price but wouldn’t order it again. I’m not a fan of the lamb taste, but overall tastes good
Half and Half Chicken
- Presentation: The plating of it is visually appealing. It made me think I ordered the wrong food so made me excited to taste it
- Taste and Texture: The chicken tastes like a normal rotisserie with basmati rice, but the fries with the garlic sauce is a great combo
- Worth it: For the price, I would say it’s worth it we had to bring home some leftovers which is very nice
Service and Atmosphere
Muskan was very knowledgeable about the menu. She gave us good recommendations and the other staff checked in on us which I really liked. The atmosphere was amazing, it was lively and fun, this place would be a nice go-to place especially since they’re open until late.
Final Thoughts: Dish or Miss
Overall, I would say that this place is a dish. I really enjoyed the experience and the company. I would recommend this place to people who like shawarma and Mediterranean food. I definitely can see myself coming back to this place.
Quick Bites (TLDR)
- Must Try: Chicken Shawarma
- Great For: Family Gathering
- Pro Tip: Arrive early because it’s first come first serve
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