Leelas Shawarma – Middle Eastern
The air at Leelas Shawarma is thick with the intoxicating scent of warm spices and succulent meats slowly rotating on vertical spits until they reach a perfect, caramelized char. Whether you’re biting into a tightly rolled wrap bursting with zesty garlic sauce or savoring a vibrant plate of golden falafel and tender shish tawook, each dish offers a masterclass in bold, sun-drenched flavors and satisfying textures.
Glenridge Avenue, St. Catharines, Ontario L2T 3J8 https://leelasshawarma.caRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Leelas Shawarma
Dairy-Free at Leelas Shawarma
Leelas Shawarma in St. Catharines has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Falafel Plate, Falafel Wrap and Keeba. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Leelas Shawarma
Leelas Shawarma in St. Catharines has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Keeba and Leelas Garlic Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Leelas Shawarma
Leelas Shawarma in St. Catharines has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Falafel Plate, Hummus and Falafel Wrap. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Leelas Shawarma
Leelas Shawarma in St. Catharines has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shish Tawook and Chicken Poutine. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Leelas Shawarma
Leelas Shawarma in St. Catharines has 9 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Falafel Plate, Falafel Wrap and Keeba. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Leelas Shawarma
Leelas Shawarma in St. Catharines has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Falafel Plate, Hummus and Falafel Wrap. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Leelas Shawarma
Leelas Shawarma in St. Catharines has 6 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Keeba, Fattoush Small and Fattoush Large. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Leelas Shawarma
Leelas Shawarma in St. Catharines has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Kofta Kebab Wrap. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Leelas Shawarma
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Shawarma | 72.2 g | 52.8 g |
| Beef Shawarma | 72.2 g | 46.8 g |
| Beef Shawarma Wrap | 28.3 g | 41.2 g |
| Lentil Soup | 53.8 g | 29.1 g |
| Shish Tawook | 1.5 g | 20.5 g |
| Hummus | 30.9 g | 20.5 g |
| Chicken Poutine | 2.9 g | 19.2 g |
| Shish Tawook Wrap | 13.1 g | 10.3 g |
| Mix Shawarma Wrap | 11 g | 9.1 g |
| Chicken Shawarma Wrap | 0 g | 8.2 g |
| Shish Tawook Family Meal | 32.1 g | 7.9 g |
| Falafel Wrap | 62.2 g | 7.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Praised for being a solid option for a quick bite, guests highlight the fair pricing and reliable service that ensures a dependable dining experience. Diners appreciate the straightforward quality of the meals, noting that the
Menu
Entrees
- Chicken Shawarma - $18.88: Served with fries or rice, salad, and garlic potatoes. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mix Shawarma - $20.88: Served with fries or rice, salad, and garlic potatoes. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Shawarma - $19.88: Served with fries or rice, salad, and garlic potatoes. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shish Tawook - $22.88: Served with fries or rice, salad, and garlic potatoes. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shawarma Salad - $18.88: Served with fries or rice, salad, and garlic potatoes. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kofta Kebab - $18.88: Served with fries or rice, salad, and garlic potatoes. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Plate - $18.88: Served with fries or rice, salad, and garlic potatoes. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Wraps
- Chicken Shawarma Wrap - $12.88: Tender chicken wrapped in a flavorful Middle Eastern-inspired wrap. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mix Shawarma Wrap - $12.88: Tender mix of shawarma, wrapped in a warm pita bread. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Shawarma Wrap - $12.88: Tender beef shawarma wrapped in a warm pita bread with toppings. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shish Tawook Wrap - $14.88: Grilled chicken skewers in a wrap. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kofta Kebab Wrap - $12.88: Tender kofta kebab wrapped in a warm pita bread. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Wrap - $12.88: Crispy falafel wrapped in a soft pita bread. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Shawarma Poutine
- Regular Poutine - $10.88: Crispy fries topped with cheese curds and gravy. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Poutine - $18.88: Crispy fries topped with juicy chicken and creamy sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Poutine - $19.88: Tender beef, crispy fries, and creamy sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mix Poutine - $20.88: Crispy fries with cheese curds and gravy, topped with a mix of chicken and beef shawarma. Available at: dinner, lunch
Family Meals
- Mix Shawarma Family Meal - $89.88: Beef shawarma, chicken shawarma, rice, fattoush, pita bread, hummus, and garlic dip. Serves 8-10. Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grill Mix Family Meal - $98.88: Assorted grilled meats served with rice or fries, large salad, pita bread, sauce, and hummus. Serves 8-10. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shish Tawook Family Meal - $74.88: Shish tawook served with rice or fries, large salad, pita bread, sauce, and hummus. Serves 8-10. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kofta Kebab Family Meal - $64.88: Kofta kebab served with rice or fries, large salad, pita bread, sauce, and hummus. Serves 8-10. Available at: dinner, lunch
Side Dishes
- Fries - $4.88: Crispy potato sticks. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus - $7.88: Creamy chickpea dip. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil Soup - $5.88: Traditional Mediterranean lentil soup. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat Pie - $7.88: Savory pastry filled with meat. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Leelas Garlic Sauce - $12.88: Signature garlic dip. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Fattoush Small - $9.88: Fresh vegetable salad with toasted bread. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fattoush Large - $14.88: Fresh vegetable salad with toasted bread. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Pie - $6.88: Savory pastry filled with spinach. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Keeba - $3.88: Traditional Mediterranean appetizer. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Samosa - $1.5: Crispy fried pastry with savory filling. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Leelas Shawarma
- Is Leelas Shawarma dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Leelas Shawarma has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Falafel Plate, Falafel Wrap and Keeba.
- What can I eat at Leelas Shawarma on a dairy-free diet?
- Falafel Plate, Falafel Wrap and Keeba carry the dairy-free tag, out of 9 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Leelas Shawarma have vegan options?
- Yes. 9 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Falafel Plate and Falafel Wrap.
- Is Leelas Shawarma gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Leelas Shawarma?
- Chicken Shawarma, at roughly 52.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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