Shawafel house menu overview
Discover the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine at Shawafel House, located in the heart of Staten Island. This beloved local gem offers a delightful menu packed with authentic dishes that bring the rich spices and fresh ingredients of the region to your plate. Whether you're craving a hearty shawarma sandwich or a light, refreshing salad, Shawafel House has something to satisfy every appetite.
starters
Begin your meal with an array of enticing starters that showcase traditional Mediterranean flavors with a modern twist. Enjoy the crispy and aromatic falafel made from ground chickpeas, lemon, mint, and a blend of herbs and spices, paired perfectly with creamy hummus. The hummus itself is a luscious blend of chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and spices, served alongside warm pita bread.
- Falafel – Ground chickpeas combined with refreshing lemon, mint, herbs, spices, and served with hummus.
- Hummus with Pita – Creamy blend of chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices served with fresh pita bread.
- Loaded Shawafel Fries – Freshly cut fries seasoned with special blended spices, topped with your choice of succulent chicken or lamb, pickled onions, parsley, sour cream, and feta cheese.
- Grape Leaves – Delicately stuffed vine leaves filled with rice, olives, mint, lemon, dill, and vinegar for a tangy finish.
- Masala Fries – Freshly cut fries tossed in a special blend of aromatic spices for a flavorful kick.
- Shepherd Salad – A refreshing mix of cucumber, tomatoes, lemon, mint, dill, olives, and feta cheese that perfectly balances rich flavors.
- Pita Bread – Soft and warm pita bread, a perfect accompaniment to dips and mains.
mains
For the main course, delight in a range of hearty sandwiches and platters that celebrate traditional grill techniques and vibrant Mediterranean ingredients. Choose from marinated chicken or lamb shawarma, grilled shish kebabs, or flavorful Adana kebabs, all served with fresh vegetables and your choice of sauce, wrapped in warm pita or soft flatbread.
- Chicken Shawarma Sandwich – Tender marinated chicken with red onions, shepherd salad, and your choice of sauce in pita or wrap.
- Lamb Shawarma Sandwich – Juicy marinated lamb paired with red onions, shepherd salad, and a choice of signature sauces in pita or wrap.
- Chicken Shish Kebab Sandwich – Grilled succulent chicken cubes with red onions, shepherd salad, and your choice of sauce in pita or wrap.
- Lamb Shish Kebab Sandwich – Tender grilled lamb cubes served traditionally with red onions, shepherd salad, and sauce in pita or wrap.
- Chicken Adana Kebab Sandwich – Flavorful ground chicken mixed with herbs and spices, grilled over charcoal with red onions and shepherd salad in your choice of bread.
- Falafel Sandwich – A vegetarian delight featuring ground chickpeas, fresh herbs, hummus, pickled onions, mixed leaves, and your choice of sauce in pita or wrap.
- Chicken Shawarma Platter – Marinated chicken served with red onions, shepherd salad, mixed greens, your choice of brown or yellow rice, and sauce.
- Lamb Shawarma Platter – Tender marinated lamb accompanied by red onions, shepherd salad, mixed leaves, rice, and a choice of sauce.
- Chicken Shish Kebab Platter – Grilled chicken cubes served with red onions, shepherd salad, mixed greens, rice, and your choice of sauce.
- Lamb Shish Kebab Platter – Savory grilled lamb cubes paired with traditional sides, rice, and sauces for a fulfilling meal.
- Chicken Adana Kebab Platter – Ground chicken kebab seasoned with herbs and spices, grilled to perfection, served with vegetables, rice, and sauce.
- Lamb Adana Kebab Platter – Ground lamb kebab grilled over charcoal, served with red onions, shepherd salad, choice of sauce, and pita bread.
- Falafel Platter – A satisfying vegetarian option featuring falafel, brown or yellow rice, hummus, pickled onions, mixed leaves, shepherd salad, cabbage, and your preferred sauce.
desserts
Conclude your meal with a sweet taste of the Mediterranean's finest dessert, Baklava. This classic treat features layers of delicate phyllo pastry, rich honey, and a crunchy nut filling that melts in your mouth, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and texture.
drinks
Pair your meal with refreshing non-alcoholic beverages such as classic soda or unique water balls, a light and hydrating choice that complements the bold flavors of the food perfectly.
