What is the best halal restaurant for halal food near ottawa airport (yow) in Ottawa?

Big H Shawarma & Poutine (Middle Eastern, Industrial Park) is one of our top verified picks. It is halal-certified, sits at 2450 Lancaster Rd, Ottawa, and is best known for its shawarma poutine.

Are there other verified halal options in Ottawa?

Yes. Shawarma Palace (Bank St) (Lebanese, South Keys) is another reliable, halal-certified option in our directory at 2440 Bank St, Ottawa.

How does Halal Restaurants Ottawa Editorial Team verify halal status?

We label a restaurant "Halal Certified" only when the operator publishes a halal-only program through their own channels. "Halal Friendly" means the operator publishes a labelled halal menu but also serves non-halal items. We document the source for every claim and re-check listings annually. Read our editorial standards for the full process.

Do you accept payment for placement?

We sell premium listings to operators (see "For Restaurateurs"), but paid placement does not influence whether a restaurant appears in the directory or which halal label it receives. Editorial decisions sit with our editorial team.

How can I report a correction?

Email tips@halalrestaurantsottawa.ca or use the contact form. We aim to verify and update flagged listings within five business days, and material corrections include a "Last verified" timestamp on the listing page.

Are these restaurants suitable for non-Muslim diners as well?

Yes. Every restaurant on this page is open to the general public. Halal status concerns the kitchen's sourcing and preparation — it does not change the menu's appeal for non-Muslim guests.

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Halal Food Near Ottawa Airport (YOW)

Visiting Ottawa and want to eat halal? Below are 4 verified verified picks from our directory, plus practical tips on getting between them.

6 min read 649 words 8 sectionsLast verified 2026-05-01By Halal Restaurants Ottawa Editorial Team

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01Halal Food Near Ottawa Airport (YOW)

Whether you are flying into YOW for the weekend or driving in for a few days, the picks below cluster near key Ottawa tourist landmarks and have published halal claims you can verify. Combine them with our by-neighbourhood guides for the best halal experience.

02Editor's Picks

The shortlist below is drawn from our verified directory. Every restaurant has been cross-checked against the operator's own channels (website, on-site signage or direct contact) and at least one independent listing. We do not publish guest counts or aggregate ratings we have not personally verified. See our editorial standards page for the full process.

031. Big H Shawarma & Poutine — Middle Eastern (Industrial Park)

Big H Shawarma & Poutine is a halal-certified middle eastern kitchen in Industrial Park, located at 2450 Lancaster Rd, Ottawa. It earns its place on this Halal Food Near Ottawa Airport (YOW) shortlist for a clearly stated halal program and a consistent menu. Signature plate to try: Shawarma Poutine. Price tier: $.

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042. Shawarma Palace (Bank St) — Lebanese (South Keys)

Shawarma Palace (Bank St) is a halal-certified lebanese kitchen in South Keys, located at 2440 Bank St, Ottawa. It earns its place on this Halal Food Near Ottawa Airport (YOW) shortlist for a clearly stated halal program and a consistent menu. Signature plate to try: Beef Shawarma Wrap. Price tier: $.

053. Mezbaan Express — Afghan (Heron Park)

Mezbaan Express is a halal-certified afghan kitchen in Heron Park, located at 770 Brookfield Rd, Ottawa. It earns its place on this Halal Food Near Ottawa Airport (YOW) shortlist for a clearly stated halal program and a consistent menu. Signature plate to try: Kabuli Pulao. Price tier: $.

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064. Arabian House (House of Mandi) — Yemeni (Hunt Club)

Arabian House (House of Mandi) is a halal-certified yemeni kitchen in Hunt Club, located at 1183 Hunt Club Rd, Ottawa. It earns its place on this Halal Food Near Ottawa Airport (YOW) shortlist for a clearly stated halal program and a consistent menu. Signature plate to try: Lamb Mandi. Price tier: $.

07Plan a halal food near ottawa airport (yow) visit

Reservations are recommended for sit-down rooms on Friday and Saturday nights, and during Ramadan. Most counter-service kitchens take walk-ins. Confirm the specific dish you order is halal, especially for delivery, and don't hesitate to ask staff about cross-contamination — the operators on this page expect those questions and answer them well.

08How we verified these restaurants

Each restaurant on this page has been verified against the operator's own website, social channels or on-site signage, and at least one independent listing such as Ottawa Tourism, a city food publication or the Google Business Profile run by the operator. Address, phone and opening hours are re-checked at least once a year. Operators can request a same-week update via the contact page. See our editorial standards for the full policy.

Verified Picks in Our Directory

4 verified restaurants mentioned in this guide

Every restaurant cited above has its own listing with addresses, hours, source links and a Last verified timestamp.

Big H Shawarma & Poutine

Middle Eastern · Industrial Park · $

2450 Lancaster Rd, Ottawa, ON

Shawarma Palace (Bank St)

Lebanese · South Keys · $

2440 Bank St, Ottawa, ON

Mezbaan Express

Afghan · Heron Park · $

770 Brookfield Rd Unit 7, Ottawa, ON

Arabian House (House of Mandi)

Yemeni · Hunt Club · $

1183 Hunt Club Rd Unit 108, Ottawa, ON

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.What is the best halal restaurant for halal food near ottawa airport (yow) in Ottawa?: Big H Shawarma & Poutine (Middle Eastern, Industrial Park) is one of our top verified picks. It is halal-certified, sits at 2450 Lancaster Rd, Ottawa, and is best known for its shawarma poutine.
Q.Are there other verified halal options in Ottawa?: Yes. Shawarma Palace (Bank St) (Lebanese, South Keys) is another reliable, halal-certified option in our directory at 2440 Bank St, Ottawa.
Q.How does Halal Restaurants Ottawa Editorial Team verify halal status?: We label a restaurant "Halal Certified" only when the operator publishes a halal-only program through their own channels. "Halal Friendly" means the operator publishes a labelled halal menu but also serves non-halal items. We document the source for every claim and re-check listings annually. Read our editorial standards for the full process.
Q.Do you accept payment for placement?: We sell premium listings to operators (see "For Restaurateurs"), but paid placement does not influence whether a restaurant appears in the directory or which halal label it receives. Editorial decisions sit with our editorial team.
Q.How can I report a correction?: Email tips@halalrestaurantsottawa.ca or use the contact form. We aim to verify and update flagged listings within five business days, and material corrections include a "Last verified" timestamp on the listing page.
Q.Are these restaurants suitable for non-Muslim diners as well?: Yes. Every restaurant on this page is open to the general public. Halal status concerns the kitchen's sourcing and preparation — it does not change the menu's appeal for non-Muslim guests.

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