If you’ve been searching for the best halal shawarma in Portland, your search ends at Cartside Food Carts on N Williams Ave. The Shawarma Truck is a family-owned halal Mediterranean food cart serving authentic chicken and beef shawarma, falafel, loaded plates, and Middle Eastern desserts — all made fresh daily with 100% halal meats and house-made sauces. With over 277 five-star Google reviews and a loyal Portland following since 2021, we’ve become one of the most loved halal food spots in the city.
What Makes Our Shawarma Halal
Every protein we serve — chicken, beef, and lamb — is 100% halal certified. That means our meats are sourced, prepared, and handled in full accordance with halal standards from start to finish. We take this seriously because our customers deserve to know exactly what they’re eating. There are no shortcuts here. Whether you’re ordering a Classic Gyro or a loaded Shawarma Plate, you can eat with complete confidence knowing every bite meets halal standards. For Portland’s Muslim community and anyone who values ethically sourced, clean ingredients, The Shawarma Truck is a reliable choice every single time.
Why Portland Loves The Shawarma Truck
Since opening in 2021, The Shawarma Truck has built a genuine community of regulars who come back week after week. Our Google reviews speak for themselves — customers consistently highlight the quality of the meat, the bold flavors of our house-made sauces, the generous portions, and the friendly service. We’re not just a food cart — we’re a family operation run by Mustafa and his family, and that care shows in every order. Customers travel from the Pearl District, Alberta Arts District, Vancouver WA, and even Seattle to eat here. That kind of loyalty doesn’t happen by accident. It happens because we refuse to cut corners.
Our Most Popular Halal Dishes
Our menu is built around bold, authentic Middle Eastern flavors. Here’s what our regulars keep coming back for:
The Classic Gyro is our most ordered item — your choice of halal protein with tzatziki, fresh tomatoes, lettuce, feta, and our signature garlic sauce wrapped in warm pita. It’s the perfect introduction to what we do.
The Meat Wrap is a Portland street food staple — halal protein, house pickles, crispy fries, and our signature sauce all wrapped tight. Simple, satisfying, and addictive.
The Classic Plate is the full experience — basmati rice, fresh salad, creamy hummus, your choice of protein, and all the sauces. It’s a complete meal that’ll keep you full for hours.
The Over Fries Plate is a fan favorite — crispy fries loaded with your choice of halal protein, feta, parsley, garlic sauce, and signature blend. Think of it as Portland’s answer to Middle Eastern loaded fries.
The Arabi Plate features five pieces of shawarma saj with your choice of protein and seasoned fries — a traditional street food experience you won’t find anywhere else in Portland.
And don’t leave without trying our Sweetland Artisanal Desserts — we’re one of the only food carts in Portland serving pistachio baklava, viral Dubai chocolate, and Biscoff cubes made by Sweetland’s artisan team.
View our full menu at theshawarmatruck.com/menu-page.
Where to Find Us
We’re located at Cartside Food Carts, 1825 N Williams Ave, Portland OR 97227 — right in the heart of North Portland’s Williams corridor.
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 11:00am to 8:00pm. Closed Sunday.
We’re just a few minutes from the Alberta Arts District, Mississippi Ave, the Rose Quarter, and Moda Center — making us a perfect stop before or after a Trail Blazers game or any event at the arena. Parking is available on N Williams Ave and surrounding streets.
Can’t make it in person? We offer pickup and delivery through our website.
How to Order Online
Ordering from The Shawarma Truck has never been easier. Skip the line and place your order ahead of time at theshawarmatruck.com — available for both pickup and delivery. Online ordering means your food is ready when you arrive, your order is accurate every time, and you pay securely without any hassle. First-time online customer? Use code FIRSTORDER at checkout for 10% off your first order. You can also earn loyalty points on every order by joining our free rewards club at theshawarmatruck.com/club.