Shawarma is a Middle Eastern staple that has conquered taste buds worldwide — and at Istanbul Mediterranean, we serve it with Turkish authenticity. Our shawarma-style döner is slow-roasted for hours on a vertical spit, hand-carved to order, and wrapped in warm bread with fresh vegetables and house-made sauces. It's the real deal, right on the Las Vegas Strip.
Explore our full menu, including the Beef & Lamb Döner Turkish Pita and Falafel Turkish Pita.
What is Shawarma?
Shawarma is a traditional Middle Eastern and Turkish dish featuring marinated meat cooked on a rotating vertical rotisserie. The word 'shawarma' comes from the Turkish word 'çevirme,' meaning 'turning.' At Istanbul Mediterranean, our shawarma follows authentic Turkish methods passed down through generations. We marinate premium halal beef and lamb or chicken for 24 hours in traditional spices before slow-cooking on our vertical spit.
Wraps, Bowls, and More
Our shawarma-style döner can be enjoyed in a variety of formats. The classic way is wrapped in warm Turkish pita with fresh tomatoes, onions, pickled turnips, and garlic sauce. For a lighter option, try it in a thin lavash wrap. Want something more substantial? Our rice bowls and fries bowls are loaded with carved meat, fresh toppings, and your choice of sauce.
How We Make Our Shawarma
Chef Adem brings 20+ years of experience from Istanbul's finest restaurants
24-Hour Marination
Premium halal beef, lamb, or chicken marinated for 24 hours in traditional Turkish spices including cumin, paprika, garlic, and secret family herbs.
Vertical Rotisserie
Slow-cooked on our traditional vertical spit, allowing fat to baste the meat naturally while creating the perfect crispy exterior and tender interior.
Fresh Carved to Order
Each order is carved fresh from the spit and served immediately with crisp vegetables, house-made tahini and garlic sauce, and warm pita bread.
