Shwi, the new Lebanese restaurant specializing in grilled chicken along the Canal Saint-Martin

Le poulet grillé libanais finally finds its Paris home with Shwi, the new street-food hotspot dreamed up by the Kubri team, to be discovered along the Canal Saint-Martin (Paris 10th) since spring 2026. We tried it and here’s everything.

We pushed open the door of Shwi on a weekday lunch break, lured by the smoky scent of grilled meat wafting from the pavement on rue de Lancry. Barely open, the restaurant is already packed. We discover a takeout counter and an open kitchen facing the dining room, not to mention a nice queue of gourmands coming for one thing: Lebanese grilled chicken.

This new street-food spot street food opened in late April 2026 in the 10th arrondissement, just a stone's throw from the Canal Saint-Martin. The concept is steered by the same trio behind Kubri, the neo-Lebanese tablescape led by chef Rita Higgins with sisters Mayfrid and Ingrid Chehlaoui. Shwi then stands as the rebellious little sister, entirely devoted to grilling.

Le Farrouj meshwi: what is it?

In Lebanon, farrouj meshwi is as beloved as Sunday roast chicken is in France. It’s a whole deboned chicken, marinated and charcoal-grilled spatchcock-style, crispy on the outside and tender inside, served with toum (garlic cream) and house-made pickles.

As Ingrid tells us, grilled chicken is one of the three cornerstones of Lebanese street food, alongside shawarma and falafel. "A place entirely devoted to the Lebanese grilled chicken didn’t exist yet in Paris: Shwi fills that gap, and customers have been traveling from far since it opened to rediscover this iconic dish.

What’s on the menu at Shwi?

The menu cuts straight to the chase. You choose your chicken in a classic or spicy version, in a quarter (one leg), half or whole, always served with toum, pickles, and the irresistible Shwi sauce (mayonnaise, chili, tomato, sumac and garlic).

For a quick bite, the Lebanese sandwich brings together grilled chicken, cucumber pickles, and sauces in a Lebanese bread toasted on a plancha. The Bowl pairs basmati rice with fried vermicelli, silky hummus, tabbouleh, and chicken. On the veggie side, crunchy falafels take the lead, whether in a sandwich or in a bowl.

We also discover Batata, those barbecue-grilled potatoes, and the halva, pistachio and chocolate cookie that nicely rounds off the meal.

Who's behind Shwi, Kubri's little sister?

The sisters Mayfrid and Ingrid Chehlaoui grew up in Beirut’s restaurant scene, and, alongside chef Rita Higgins (already in the kitchen at Kubri), share the same drive: to showcase a modern, generous Lebanon through food and design.

The success of Poulet Lala at Kubri inspired them to open a place dedicated entirely to grilled fare. For Shwi, the chef commissioned a bespoke grill that can roast sixteen chickens in rotation, marinated for twenty-four hours and then pulled apart by hand. The decor, by Samar Keyrouz, embraces retro-cool vibes, mixing Beirut snack-bar energy with New York deli chic.

Where and when to savor this grilled chicken near the Canal Saint-Martin?

Shwi welcomes you on Rue de Lancry in the 10th arrondissement, offering both takeout and on-site dining from Tuesday to Sunday. From Tuesday to Friday it opens at noon until 2:30 PM, then reopens from 6 PM to 10:30 PM; on weekends it serves from noon to 3 PM, then from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM. On the menu, the farrouj can be ordered by quarter (€10), half (€17), or whole (€29). The sandwich is €10 and the bowl €15, with sides ranging from €4 to €6. Combos with fries and a drink start at €15 for the sandwich and €16 for a quarter chicken or the bowl.

The menu:

Our take? We enjoyed this grilled chicken—still juicy and nicely seasoned. The Farrouj are a must-try: the chicken, the pickles that liven everything up, and the house sauces that pack real punch, whether garlicky or spicy. The bowls are generous, and the sides are ample enough to round out the meal.

The only downside is that the bread isn’t homemade, but everything else is, starting with the orange blossom mint lemonade. This foodie spot is aimed at those who want a truly good Lebanese grilled chicken, available to take away or at the counter—no fuss, but with plenty of care. One last tip: the place fills up fast, so don’t arrive too late.

Craving a Lebanese detour? We also suggest stepping into Mazmez, Hugo Danaguezian’s restaurant, or Afendi , which doesn’t lack charm, both located in the 10th arrondissement. And to broaden your list of great spots, take a look at our guides to the Lebanese restaurants in Paris and the best tables in the 10th arrondissement.

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