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Top 10 shawarma restaurants in Dubai

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When you are in the UAE, you are guaranteed to find shawarma stands and restaurants serving the iconic dish in most parts of Dubai. With all the available options, how do you choose the best shawarma in Dubai?

Read on to find out our picks for the top shawarma places in Dubai!

10 places with the best shawarma in Dubai

Those looking for the best shawarma restaurants in Dubai can visit any of the options mentioned below as all of these offer excellent shawarma full of flavour and meaty deliciousness.

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A classic shawarmas is made with seasoned meat and other condiments stuffed into a pita bread

1. Al Safadi in Al Rigga

First up on our list of places with the best shawarma in Dubai is the popular Lebanese restaurant, Al Safadi. You can choose either the Chicken or Meat shawarma here, available for AED 12. The dish also comes with delicious stuffing like pickles and tahini sauce. Al Safadi also serves a range of dishes from Lebanon, earning it a place in the list of best Lebanese restaurants in Dubai.

  • Timings: Open daily from 08:00 am to 01:00 am
  • Location: Behind Holiday Inn Hotel, Al Rigga Road, Al Rigga. Also available in the Trade Center Area, The Pointe and Al Safa
  • Contact: 600-500-601

2. Falafel & Shawarma

Falafel & Shawarma offers an impressive variety of shawarma. Apart from the best Arabic shawarma, the restaurant also offers a unique blend of flavours in its Egyptian, Mexican, Indian and Lebanese shawarmas. Their shawarma prices are around AED 5 to AED 6.

  • Timings: Open daily from 08:00 am to 02:00 am
  • Location: Shop 1, Ground Floor, Al Sharafi Building, Opposite Zainal Mohebi Plaza, Street 11, Al Karama, Dubai
  • Contact: +971-58-150-0066 | +971-4-396-8301

3. Shiraz Nights

Shiraz Nights is another popular eatery famous for shawarmas in Dubai. A great option for meat and chicken shawarmas in Dubai, their shawarmas are priced affordably starting from AED 7 each.

  • Timings: Open daily from 08:00 am to 02:00 am
  • Location: Opposite Kuwaiti Supermarket, Baniyas Square, Baniyas, Dubai
  • Contact: +971-4-222-7720
Shawarma plate
The Dubai shawarma is considered one of the best in the world!

4. My Shawarma Al Barsha

If you live in the Al Barsha community, just head on over to the My Shawarma outlet near you. They are often featured on the list of places that serve the best shawarma in Dubai 2020. The restaurant, as the name suggests, serves shawarma exclusively. You will be spoilt for choice here. Try their classic chicken or meat shawarmas starting at AED 10. My Shawaram’s signature items, like ‘The Greek,” are also popular with foodies in the city.

  • Timings: Open daily 10:30 am to 02:00
  • Location: Ground Floor, Emerald Court Building, Beside Sun N Moon Supermarket. Also available in DAFZA and Discover Gardens
  • Contact: +971-4-347-3680

5. Shawerme

‘Shawerme’ is one of the top Syrian restaurants in Dubai located in three of the most happening hotspots in the city — Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina and Al Seef. They offer a refreshing twist to the popular street food in Dubai. The original Lebanese shawarma costs around AED 21 and the prices go up for signature wraps. You can choose from the classics or try some of their other sandwich variations. Make sure to try out the Vogue Shawerme!

  • Timings: Open daily from 11:00 am to 01:30 am
  • Location: Downtown Dubai (11:00 am – 01:30am), Dubai Marina (12 noon – 12:00 am), Al Seef (10:00 am – 12:00 am)
  • Contact: Downtown Dubai (+971-4-386-6677), Dubai Marina (+971-4-427-4479), Al Seef (+971-4-223-3292)

6. Zaroob Dubai Marina

Specialising in Levant cuisine, Zaroob is next on our list of best shawarma restaurants in Dubai. Their restaurants feature live cooking stations and open kitchens which add a sense of excitement to the culinary experience. Zaroob offers classic chicken and beef shawarmas along with other savoury Arabic dishes, salads, desserts and cold beverages. 

  • Timings: Open 24 hours
  • Location: Ground Level, The Radisson Blu Residence, Al Marsa Street, Dubai Marina. Also available in the Trade Centre Area, Golden Mile Palm Jumeirah, Uptown Mirdif Mall and Ibn Batutta Mall
  • Contact: 800-927-662
shawarma stand
Shawarma meat is usually cooked by stacking it on a cone-like shape on a vertical rotisserie

7. Shawerma & Furun

Next up on our list is the quaint shawarma cafe known as Shawerma & Furun. If you live in Al Nahda, you may already know of this place. Those who have yet to discover it can expect to feast on the best shawarmas in Dubai. The restaurant offers everything from classic shawarma to Greek and Mexican varieties, priced around AED 10 to AED 15.

  • Timings: Open daily from 01:00 am to 01:00 pm
  • Location: Near Grand Service Auto Station, Baghdad Street, Al Nahda, Dubai
  • Contact: +971-4-263-9876 | + 971-56-818-9715

8. Beirut Restaurant & Grill

Beirut Restaurant & Grill is our next pick for restaurants with the best shawarma in Dubai. A must try at this restaurant is the ‘Twin Shawarma Sandwich’ that comes with two shawarmas and a side of fries, pickles and a soft drink — all for AED 22. 

  • Timings: Open daily from 10:00 am – 01:00 am
  • Location: Al Hudaiba, Dubai | Also present in MOE, Dubai
  • Contact: +971-4-398-8881

9. Operation: Falafel JBR

Operation: Falafel is a popular falafel restaurant in Dubai. Apart from its signature falafel, Operation: Falafel is also one of the best places with shawarma in Dubai. Their menu includes varieties of chicken, beef and falafel shawarmas. This restaurant also serves a range of other falafel themed dishes. The best part? Operation: Falafel is open 24 hours!

  • Timings: Open 24 hours
  • Location: The Beach, Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR). Also available in Motor City, DSO and four other locations
  • Contact: 600-530-006

10. Manoushe Street in Downtown Dubai

Manoushe Street is another notable addition to the list of the best shawarma restaurants in Dubai. This place serves a variety of beef and chicken shawarma wraps to satisfy your cravings. Their menu also includes breakfast items, salads, pizzas and popular Lebanese items such as Manakeesh and Kaak. Manoushe Street has 14 outlets across the city. So, if you are looking for the “best Dubai shawarma near me”, this place will show up.

  • Timings: Open 24 hours
  • Location: Tower C, Burj View Tower, Near Burj Khalifa Boulevard Street, Downtown Dubai. Also located in JLT, Barsha, Arabian Ranches and 10 other locations
  • Contact: 600-566-667

Other Popular Places for Shawarma in Dubai

  • Hallab
  • Al Mallah
  • Al Ijaza Cafeteria
  • Laffah
  • Belad Al Sham
  • On the Wood
  • Allo Beirut

There we have it! Our selection of places with the best shawarma in Dubai. Which one of these will you head to first? Let us know in the comments below! And if you are looking for more food-related round-ups, you may enjoy our guide to the top 10 burger restaurants in Dubai.

Those interested in Arabic cuisine will find several Arabic restaurants in Dubai. Moreover, residents of other emirates can also enjoy shawarma at different unique shawarma places in their respective emirate. Sharjah, for instance, has some great shawarma places. Some of the best shawarma places in Sharjah include Aroos Damascus, On The Wood and more. There are many Shawarma places in Abu Dhabi as well. Similarly, residents of Ajman can also check out different shawarma places in Ajman to enjoy a fulfilling snack.

Note: Some of the timings of these Dubai shawarma restaurants may depend on the location, so make sure to contact the restaurant before planning a visit.

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