The fan-favourite limited-time offering returns to participating Osmow's locations across Canada, combining signature shawarma with the bold crunch of Doritos® Sweet Chili Heat!® tortilla chips.
Key Facts:
- The Walking Shawarma™: Osmow’s customizable shawarma served inside a bag of Doritos® Sweet Chili Heat!® tortilla chips
- Available at Osmow’s™ (over 240 QSR locations across North America) in partnership with Doritos®
- Limited time offering, while supplies last through Summer 2026; originally launched summer 2025
- Protein options: Chicken, Beef, Lamb, Falafel, Philly Shawarma, or Crispy Chicken Shawarma, with customizable toppings including fresh vegetables, mozzarella cheese, Osmow’s Rocks™, and sauces (garlic, tahini, hot sauce)
- Offered in four ways: The Walking Shawarma, Doritos® On The Rocks®, Top it with Doritos® and Doritos® a side to any box meal
Osmow’s™ and PepsiCo Canada have relaunched The Walking Shawarma™ for summer 2026. The limited-time menu item, first introduced in summer 2025, fills a bag of Doritos® Sweet Chili Heat!® tortilla chips with Osmow’s customizable shawarma and is now available at participating Osmow’s locations across Canada and the U.S. while supplies last. Available for a limited time at participating Osmow's locations, The Walking Shawarma transforms a bag of Doritos Sweet Chili Heat! tortilla chips into a portable vessel for Osmow's signature shawarma, delivering a bold combination of crunch, flavour and customization.
Following strong consumer demand and widespread excitement last summer, The Walking Shawarma returns for a second year”, said Ryan Donik, VP Marketing Osmow’s, “and we’re proud to offer four ways to enjoy Doritos Sweet Chili Heat all summer long with our signature menu items.”
What is Osmow’s Walking Shawarma?
Inspired by the viral Walking Taco concept, The Walking Shawarma puts a bold Middle Eastern and Mediterranean spin on the format. Guests can customize their creation with a choice of protein, fresh toppings, mozzarella cheese, Osmow's signature Rocks™, and the brand's famous garlic, tahini and hot sauces all layered over Doritos Sweet Chili Heat! tortilla chips and served directly in the Doritos® bag for a convenient meal made for summer on the go.
"The response to The Walking Shawarma last summer showed just how much Canadians are drawn to bold, unexpected flavour mashups," said Shirley Mukerjea, CMO, PepsiCo Foods Canada. "As street food trends and social-first creations like the ‘Walking Taco’ continue to take off, we're excited to bring it back with Osmow’s, a fast-rising brand that shares our passion for culturally relevant innovation and give fans another chance to experience the bold crunch of Doritos Sweet Chili Heat! paired with their signature shawarma."
The Walking Shawarma offers complete customization, allowing guests to mix and match ingredients to create their own flavour experience.
"The Walking Shawarma quickly became a fan favourite because it brings two iconic brands together in a way that feels fresh, flavourful and uniquely Osmow's," said Ben Osmow, CEO of Osmow's. "The response from our guests has been incredible, and we're excited to partner with PepsiCo Canada again to bring it back for another summer whether you’re in our restaurants, at home or on the go."
Where to buy Osmow’s Walking Shawarma?
Canadians can visit participating Osmow's locations nationwide to try The Walking Shawarma while supplies last. With over 240 locations across North America, visit www.osmows.com to find a location near you. Pricing and participation may vary by location.
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About Osmow's
Osmow's is one of North America's fastest-growing quick-service restaurant chains, with over 240 locations. Its modern take on Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine has earned a loyal and growing customer base across Canada and beyond. Known for its signature shawarma, Osmow's offers a variety of menu options, including Chicken, Beef, Lamb, Falafel, Philly Shawarma and Crispy Chicken Shawarma. The menu also features popular creations such as ON THE ROCKS®, ON THE STIX® and Shawarma Poutine. Proudly Canadian and family-owned, Osmow's has been serving guests since 2001.
About PepsiCo
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated nearly $94 billion in net revenue in 2025, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo’s product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and drinks, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.
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