Sabaya Shack
African

Sabaya Shack

4.8 (200 reviews)
← Gloucester
Dine-inTakeoutDelivery

ABOUT

This African restaurant in Gloucester offers authentic cuisine in a casual setting on Saint Laurent Boulevard. Sabaya Shack specializes in bold, flavourful dishes that draw from West African traditions, with a focus on fresh ingredients and traditional cooking methods. The friendly service and reasonable pricing make it a welcoming spot for both newcomers to African cuisine and experienced diners.

HOURS

Sunday 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Monday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Tuesday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Thursday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Friday 11:30 am - 11:00 pm
Saturday (today) 11:30 am - 11:00 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

♿ Accessibility
✓ Wheelchair-accessible parking lot
🍽️ Service Options
✓ Dine-in ✓ Takeout ✓ Delivery
⭐ Popular For
✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner
🪑 Dining Options
✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner
💳 Payments
✓ Credit cards ✓ Debit cards ✓ NFC mobile payments
🅿️ Parking
✓ Free parking lot

REVIEWS

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Collette Antaya
February 11, 2026
★★★★★

Outstanding food. Fresh made bread. Best Shawarma chicken wrap I have had in Ottawa. Highly recommend. Super friendly. Don’t be put off by the location. Take out only, hole in the wall, but a definite treasure to bookmark.

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DISCOUNT MOVING OTTAWA
October 13, 2025
★★★★★

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Incredible Takeout Experience from Sabaya Shack!
I ordered takeout from Sabaya Shack, and I was honestly blown away. Even without dining in, the quality, flavor, and attention to detail were top-tier. The food was perfectly packaged — still hot, fresh, and beautifully presented when I opened it at home.
Every bite was packed with rich, authentic flavor. You can really taste the care that goes into the cooking. The seasoning was spot on, and the portions were generous. It’s rare to find takeout that feels this satisfying and thoughtfully prepared.
Service was also excellent. The staff were friendly and efficient when I picked up my order, and everything was ready right on time. From start to finish, it was a smooth and pleasant experience.

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Adeline Coulter
August 7, 2025
★★★★★

We ordered their catering for an event and were amazed. Our attendees couldn’t get enough of their drumsticks and salad. The food is refreshing and flavourful, and the owner is a pleasure to speak to. They are professional and reliable, and mashallah they understood our needs very well. They are thorough with dietary restrictions. It was so tasty and very generous with portion.

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D. Fa
May 25, 2025
★★★★☆

We went to Sabaya on a whim. Had never been before. We got beef and lamb stews and a mango shake. The food was all really good. We didn’t realize there was nowhere to sit, so we ordered and waited on the car. We took the food to go and found a park picnic table nearby. The stew had spilled a bit in the bag. I think it would probably do this any time someone orders delivery.

Good overall, just didn’t realize there was nowhere to stay. 🙂

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Yiz
May 23, 2025
★★★★★

Can I Please have these samosas to go? I don’t even like samosas…but these?? I would gladly take a couple .

First off the dough so airy ,not oily and the filling…so good!

But back to the main event…
Don’t discount this place because it’s not the “fancy” areas. The hidden gems are those places that you wouldn’t know unless you heard about it!

They were so friendly and helpful. Great recommendations.

Let me let the pictures speak for itself.

Somalian Style….

Yes that was the lamb

Beef

Mango

Prices were reasonable

But hold up! I shouldn’t have been surprised by how soft the wrap / dough was…after the samosa…I already knew everything was going to taste so good!

It is take out only

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2285 Saint Laurent Boulevard
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🥗 Dietary
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Halal
Serves halal meat - even if they don't advertise it
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Vegan-friendly
Has solid vegan options even if it's not a vegan restaurant
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Vegetarian-friendly
Good vegetarian options on the menu
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Gluten-free options
Has gluten-free dishes or can accommodate
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Kosher
Serves kosher food or has certified kosher options
✨ Features
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Open past 10pm
Kitchen or bar stays open late - good for night owls
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Happy Hour
Has a regular happy hour with drink or food deals
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BYOB
You can bring your own bottle - call ahead to confirm
Confirmed Accessible
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Private dining room
Has a private space for events or groups
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Quiet / low noise
Good for conversation - not a loud scene
🍽️ Amenities
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Patio
Has outdoor seating - patio, terrace, or sidewalk
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Live music
Hosts live music or performances regularly
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Dog-friendly
Welcomes dogs on the patio or inside
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Kids menu
Has a dedicated kids menu or child-friendly options
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Full bar
Serves spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer
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Takeout
You can order food to go - call or walk in
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Delivery
Delivers directly or through a third-party app
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Cash only
Doesn't accept cards - bring cash
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