Àashiana Shawarma and Kebab

1211 Kingston Rd, Pickering, ON L1V 1B5, Canada
+1 905-420-7600
$$$ Takeout restaurant
(188 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Àashiana Shawarma and Kebab is a takeout spot in Pickering that draws in locals looking for hearty, well-seasoned Middle Eastern and South Asian-inspired meals, particularly around lunch and early dinner hours. Sitting at 1211 Kingston Rd, this modestly sized joint specializes in shawarma wraps, kebab rolls, and family platters served with fresh tandoori bread, rice, and vibrant sides.

The atmosphere isn’t about lingering over a dine-in experience, but more about quick, satisfying meals that feel thoughtfully prepared. Many visitors come here when craving a comforting, no-fuss lunch or an easy takeaway dinner that still tastes like home-cooked food. The chicken shawarma wrap, in particular, stands out for its balance of crisp salad, generous sauces, and well-seasoned, tender chicken. Portions are generous, making it a practical choice for those who want filling meals without waiting too long.

Àashiana’s menu also features various kebab dinners served with freshly baked naan and salad, and the family platters cater well to groups looking to share a variety of flavors. The inclusion of Afghan specialties like mantu dumplings hints at a menu that respects regional diversity and offers something a little different from typical shawarma places in the area.

Locals appreciate the consistency in flavor—whether it’s the fresh, crisp bolani or the fluffy basmati rice that accompanies the dishes. The sauces, including garlic and tahini, are ample without overwhelming the core ingredients, highlighting a thoughtful approach to the flavor balance. It’s also noted as a peanut-free environment, which adds a layer of comfort for visitors with certain allergies.

Overall, Àashiana Shawarma and Kebab suits anyone craving straightforward, well-made Middle Eastern-style takeout with enough variety to keep repeat visits interesting. Best times to visit are midday to early evening, especially if you’re stopping by for a quick, savory meal during a work break or picking up dinner to share with others at home.

Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Best for
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

12:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday

12:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday

12:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday

12:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Saturday

1:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

188 Reviews
Noorya Meraj

14 Dec 2025

The bolani here is really good — fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly every time. The filling is delicious and the bread is nice and crispy. You can really taste the quality ingredients. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who loves bolani.

Shawn Christo

12 Dec 2025

Date/Time of Visit: December 13, 2025 approximately 2pm was first visit to Aashiana Shawarma & Kebab. Ordered the chicken shawarma plate, absolutely delicious. Perfect amount of salad which was crisp & fresh. The amount of tahini, garlic sauce and hummus was generous but not overpowering. The chicken was well cooked and seasoned well. The rice was such great consistency and very flavorful as well. Great customer service and very clean open dining and kitchen area.

apple pi

10 Dec 2025

Probably the best shawarma I've had in pickering so far! I don't usually like wraps but I like their wraps. The plates are great with really good sauces too.

TheAmazingKatote

19 Nov 2025

Was looking for a good shawarma in the area and took a chance to come here. One of the best shawarmas that I had and place is peanut free so my girlfriend can eat as well. Everything was amazingly fresh.

Karman Singh

26 Oct 2025

Mindblowing shawarma Loved the basmati rice, the soft falafel, the QUANTITY and the flavourful chicken. One of the best shawarma I have ever had. I was just passing through and read the reviews. 100% recommend.

Shadrach Jamespulle

07 Oct 2025

This is great shawarma! Just tried it for the first time today after work. I think this is going to be a regular spot for me. Great food good portions and reasonable pricing! Classic shawarma!!!

Rahul Dubey

24 Sep 2025

I visited this place while going to master mechanic and was very impressed with the shawarma. This is the second place that I liked for Shawarma after trying so many hyped places in pickering and Scarborough. Taste was really good, full of toppings with sauces not overwhelming the taste. Chicken was cooked perfectly and not dry. Roll of the size was decent to make a complete meal. Wrap was not thick which I liked. On my Second visit tried their tandoori chicken meal and it was good too.

Rubina Kharel

18 Sep 2025

One of the best shawarmas in the Durham region! We have eaten at Aashiana dozens of times and their food has never disappointed us. The portion sizes are very generous compared to other shawarma competitors, the house roll sauce is delicious, the shawarma meat is tender and juicy and even their rice tastes delicious. The owners are very humble and friendly, always greeting us with a smile and good conversations. Although we have many shawarma places near our home, we still drive 20 minutes to eat at Aashiana!

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