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What to order
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Shawarma Box
Recommended for its customizable filling and spice options, with reviewers saying it tasted very good and was satisfying enough to take leftovers home.
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Falafel Box
Praised as a good option for choosing only the vegetables and flavors you want, and described as very good and satisfying.
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Shawarma Poulet
Specifically highlighted as very flavorful and perfect, making it a standout version of the restaurant’s shawarma.
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Falafel Wrap
Called the best falafel wrap one reviewer had ever eaten, showing it is a particularly well-liked version of the falafel.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
About Original Beirut
Original Beirut is a Lebanese restaurant in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. It serves dishes such as shawarma, falafel, doner, sujuk, and kofta, with halal food available. Reviews consistently praise the generous portions, fresh ingredients, reasonable prices, and fast, friendly service. The restaurant has a casual setting with dine-in, takeout, and delivery options, though the indoor seating is limited.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is Original Beirut known for?
Original Beirut is best known for shawarma and doner, with reviewers also highlighting falafel boxes and wraps, sujuk, and kofta. People repeatedly mention the fresh meat, fresh vegetables, and large portions, plus the friendly owner who makes the experience feel welcoming.
What dishes are most recommended at Original Beirut?
The most recommended items are the shawarma, falafel box, falafel wrap, doner, and the schawarma box with chicken and beef. Reviewers also mention sujuk and kofta, and several say the portions are generous enough to leave with leftovers.
What is the atmosphere like at Original Beirut?
The atmosphere is casual and small, with limited indoor seating, including comments that there is only one table with four seats and a few chairs. That setup seems to suit quick meals, takeout, and solo diners, though people also note it can work for a relaxed dine-in stop.
Is Original Beirut good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers consistently describe the food as very reasonably priced, and the listed price range is CHF 10 to 20. Several comments say the portions are huge or generous for the price, including one meal reported at 11 CHF.
What should I know before visiting Original Beirut?
It is a small restaurant, so takeout is often suggested, and parking can be somewhat difficult with a paid parking lot nearby. On the plus side, it accepts reservations, and reviewers mention fast service, plus coffee and even free tea from the owner in some visits.
Is parking available at Original Beirut?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
