HMC CertifiedCasual / Takeaway Spot
FSA 4/5 ★Fast Food · Middle Eastern · Turkish · Leicester
Lokma Shawarma
164 Evington Road, Leicester LE2 1HL·£10–£18 pp(Budget-Friendly)
Cuisine Style
Fast Food & Middle Eastern
Budget-Friendly
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What to expect at Lokma Shawarma
Lokma Shawarma is a relaxed casual & takeaway-friendly setting located on 164 Evington Road in Leicester (LE2), specialising in Fast Food, Middle Eastern, Turkish cuisine. It operates as officially HMC Certified (verified against the Halal Monitoring Committee directory) with a dedicated halal kitchen and is a strictly 100% alcohol-free venue, making it a trusted choice for diners looking for transparent halal standards in Leicester.
Atmosphere-wise, it is particularly well suited for family meals with kids and in-laws, solo dining and quick midweek bites. Diners typically spend around £10–£18 pp (Budget-Friendly), which covers generous main meal (burger, wrap, grill box, biryani or curry), side & soft drink. Practical details include an official FSA food hygiene score of 4/5★.
🍽️ Fast Food, Middle Eastern, Turkish💷 £10–£18 pp (Budget-Friendly)🥡 Casual / Takeaway🕌 HMC Certified🚫 100% Alcohol-Free
Usual Spend GuideBudget-Friendly
£10–£18 ppTypical per person
What this usually covers: Generous main meal (burger, wrap, grill box, biryani or curry), side & soft drink.
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Menu & Signature Dishes at Lokma Shawarma
Browse Starters, Mains, Grills, Sharing Platters & Desserts · Usual spend: £10–£18 pp
PopularCold & Hot Anatolian Mezze Platter (For 2–3)
£11.45Hummus, smoky babaghanoush, cacik, kisir, grilled halloumi, sucuk and warm puffed lavash bread.
StartersHMC CertifiedSharingBest Seller
Sigara Boregi & Falafel with Tahini
£5.45Crisp hand-rolled filo pastry filled with feta and parsley alongside herb falafel.
StartersHMC CertifiedVegetarian
PopularChef's Special Charcoal Mixed Ocakbasi Platter
£19.45Adana kofte, lamb shish, chicken shish, lamb ribs and chicken wings over bulgur pilav, salad and breads.
MainsHMC CertifiedBest SellerHigh-Protein
Hand-Minced Adana Lamb Beyti Sarma
£12.95Chargrilled spiced lamb wrapped in thin lavash with roasted tomato sauce, yoghurt and browned butter.
MainsHMC CertifiedHouse Special
PopularCharcoal Lamb Chops (Pirzola) & Chicken Shish
£15.45Tender seasoned lamb cutlets and marinated chicken cubes grilled over live oak charcoal.
MainsHMC CertifiedGluten-Free
Wood-Fired Kiymali & Kusbasili Pide
£10.45Traditional boat-shaped Turkish flatbread baked with diced lamb, peppers, tomatoes and kasar cheese.
MainsHMC CertifiedStone-Baked
Family Banquet Mangal Feast (4–5 Guests)
£50.45Full platter of lamb shish, chicken shish, adana, wings, ribs, 2 cold mezzes, rice, chips and fresh bread.
Sides & SharingHMC CertifiedFamily FeastGroup 4-5
PopularGaziantep Pistachio Baklava & Maraş Ice Cream
£5.95Crisp golden filo layers with crushed Antep pistachios and traditional stretchy dondurma.
DessertsHMC CertifiedSignature Sweet
Warm Cheese Kunefe & Pot of Turkish Çay
£5.95Shredded kadayif pastry with melted cheese, orange blossom syrup and complimentary tulip-glass tea.
DessertsHMC Certified100% Alcohol-Free
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Smart Suitability Breakdown
£10–£18 pp · Budget-FriendlyWho is Lokma Shawarma best for?
With Wife / Date NightCasual Vibe
More of a relaxed casual/quick-bite setting than a formal dress-up date spot.
With Family & Kids✓ Family Friendly
Welcoming atmosphere for families, parents, and children with sharing-friendly dishes (£40 – £65 for 4).
Group Size & Events1 – 8 Guests
Verified Dining Facts
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Halal Assurance
HMC Certified
Verified directly against the official Halal Monitoring Committee (HMC) UK outlet directory.
Alcohol Policy
100% Alcohol-Free
Strictly 100% dry venue — no alcohol served on the premises.
Kitchen & Prep
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lokma Shawarma
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Is Lokma Shawarma in Leicester halal?+
Lokma Shawarma (164 Evington Road, Leicester LE2 1HL) is verified on DinebyMe as HMC Certified, cross-checked directly against the official Halal Monitoring Committee (HMC) UK outlet directory. Kitchen preparation: Dedicated Halal Kitchen (no pork or non-halal meat handled on the premises).
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