Bernt F
Tripadvisor Reviewer
" Had a beef donair there. It was excellent. Their French fries were great as well. I had an Apple flavoured drink that tasted like one — so I had 2. "
Welcome to Empire Shawarma – Donair & Falafel, a beloved neighbourhood gem tucked at the corner of Northmount Drive and 14th Street NW in the Rosemont/Collingwood area of Calgary. This locally owned, halal-certified quick-service restaurant has built a loyal following in Calgary's northwest quadrant by delivering authentic Middle Eastern flavours at honest prices.
Our menu focuses on quality over quantity — freshly prepared shawarma, crispy house-made falafel, and hearty beef donair platters and sandwiches. Meats are seasoned with aromatic Middle Eastern spice blends, and every order comes with a variety of in-house sauces including garlic sauce, tahini, sweet sauce, and hot sauce. Platters arrive with rice pilaf, potato wedges, a fresh salad, and hummus — offering exceptional value.
Run by a hands-on owner known personally to many regulars, Empire Shawarma is more than just a restaurant — it's a community favourite. Whether you're a University of Calgary student, a SAIT professional, or a resident of northwest Calgary, we're committed to generous portions, fresh ingredients, and the warm hospitality that keeps our customers coming back.
From our signature chicken shawarma platters to our house-made falafel and hearty beef donair, every dish is prepared with aromatic Middle Eastern spice blends and fresh ingredients.
Our platters come loaded with rice pilaf, potato wedges, fresh salad, hummus, and a variety of in-house sauces — offering exceptional value in Calgary's northwest.
Our hands-on owner is known personally to many regulars for his friendly service and commitment to quality — making every visit feel like coming home.
Tripadvisor Reviewer
" Had a beef donair there. It was excellent. Their French fries were great as well. I had an Apple flavoured drink that tasted like one — so I had 2. "
FoodYYC Community
" It's actually quite good, though like most shawarma spots, the price point is a little higher than $10. I thought it was quite good. "
Uber Eats Reviewer
" Very nice guy. "
Food Reviewer
" Slightly pricey platters at $20, but the portion and taste is there. Not really any complaints. It's more of a take-out place as they only have one table but don't let that stop you from trying their food. The shawarma I had was well seasoned, everything fresh, rice pilaf was good, and the sauce is tasty. "
r/Calgary Community
" Y'all should try Empire Shawarma — it's a local store, very nice guy and makes damn good shawarmas. "