Best Shawarma in Abu Dhabi: Zaytinya, Azkadenya & More

Do you love shawarma and are you always searching for good shawarma places, no matter where you go? We’ve compiled a list of the places where you can find the best shawarmas in Abu Dhabi, in case you’re looking for some great places that serve delicious shawarmas near you.

Where to Find the Best Shawarmas in Abu Dhabi

Shawarma is a popular staple of the Arabic street food scene. Whether you like it classic or with a flair of modern twists, you’ll find shawarma in almost every nook and corner of Abu Dhabi. However, not everyone does shawarmas the way these shawarma places in Abu Dhabi do. So, if you’re wondering where to eat the best shawarmas in Abu Dhabi, check out the following places.

Zahrat Lebnan

Often dubbed as one of the best shawarmas in Abu Dhabi, Zahrat Lebnan offers an exciting variety for shawarma lovers to choose from. Shawarmas here are available in the traditional bread form and in a platter form to cater to the varying needs of Zahrat Lebnan’s customers. The place is particularly popular for its chicken shawarma and the Mexican shawarma both of which cost AED 25. Apart from Al Dhafrah, Zahrat Lebnan is also located in Al Khalidiya, Al Muroor and the Mazyad Mall.

Average price for 2: AED 100
Location: Behind Abu Dhabi Women’s College, 11th Street – Al Dhafrah
Timings: 08:00 am to 03:00 am
Contact: +971-2-642-4208

Al Afiya Turkish Village

shawarma meat — Adequately flavoured and succulent – meat choices for shawarmas in Al Afiya Turkish Village is a definite plus

Originally a Turkish restaurant in Abu Dhabi, Al Afiya serves a delicious array of Turkish and Arabic food. The restaurant has plenty of classic shawarma variations on its menu and the flavours are on point. All shawarma flavours at Al Afiya Turkish Village are available in chicken and meat options, so feel free to pick your preference. The chicken shawarma costs AED 21 while the meat option is slightly more expensive at AED 23. You can also order the shawarma pizza or the Lahmajoun with mix shawarma if you’re up for some fusion food.

Average price for 2: AED 95
Location: Behind Shining Towers, Mubarak Bin Mohammed Street – Al Khalidiya
Timings: 08:00 am to 01:00 am | Thursday and Friday 08:00 am to 02:00 am
Contact: +971-2-666-0012

Azkadenya

Next on our list of places with the best shawarmas in Abu Dhabi is Azkadenya. Ideally located for people residing in rental villas in Marina Village, Azkadenya brings you three interesting shawarma combinations. You can either go for the Al Fahem variations of chicken or beef, where a juicy shawarma stick is served piping hot with your choice of meat, with saj bread, tomatoes, garlic and tahini for flavouring. If you like your shawarma the classic way, you can always opt for the traditional beef shawarma. Their shawarma sticks are considerably more expensive with the beef options priced at AED 95 and the chicken option at AED 85, but the portion sizes are huge and three people could easily share this. The beef shawarma sandwich is at AED 45.

Average price for 2: AED 260
Location: Level 1, Near Vox Cinema, Marina Mall – Marina Village
Timings: 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
Contact: +971-2-621-2788

Bait el Khetyar

Shawarma ingredients — The freshness of the shawarma ingredients in Bait el Khetyar is never compromised

If you’re looking for top shawarma places in Abu Dhabi that are budget-friendly, head over to Bait el Khetyar in Al Najda. With its quick service and delicious range of sandwiches and shawarmas, this small eatery in Abu Dhabi has gained good popularity. Often counted among the tastiest shawarmas in Abu Dhabi, shawarmas here start from as less as AED 7 with the most expensive ones going up to AED 37. This has to be the cheapest shawarma in Abu Dhabi with no compromise on taste and quality. Their Shawarma Arabi and the Shawarma Alkhtyar are among the must try shawarmas in Abu Dhabi.

Average price for 2: AED 75
Location: Al Najda Street, Near Adnoc Petrol Station – Al Najda
Timings: 08:00 am to 12:00 am
Contact: +971-2-633-3200

Broasted King and Fresh Shawarma

Located in Mussafah, Broasted King and Fresh Sharwarma specialises mainly in chicken broast, but the place is also known for its variety of shawarmas and their reasonable prices. Whether you prefer shawarma in basic Arabic flavours or prefer it with cheese and hummus, there are plenty of options available for you. The shawarma prices start at AED 20 and the most popular one on the menu is their chicken shawarma.

Average price for 2: AED 70
Location: 32 Street, Shabiya ME 10 – Mussafah Shabiya
Timings: 07:00 am to 03:00 am
Contact: +971-2-575-7595

Zaytinya

fresh saj bread shawarma — Fresh and delicious, order a saj bread shawarma for authentic flavours

For those renting villas in Khalifa Park, the nearest shawarma place in Abu Dhabi is Zaytinya. This cosy place is popular for its friendly service and chic interiors apart from the traditional Lebanese cuisine it offers. For shawarma lovers, this may not be the most ideal place to be given the lack of choice. However, the chicken shawarma at Zaytinya has a huge demand. With its freshly baked saj bread filled with sumptuous grilled chicken and the zing of pickles – the shawarma flavours are on point and delicious. Their shawarma costs AED 36.

Average price for 2: AED 190
Location: 1st Floor, Al Seef Village Mall – Khalifa Park Area
Timings: 08:00 am to 12:00 am
Contact: +971-2-447-4489

Flame and Bake

Quick service, healthy and delicious – Flame and Bake is one of those shawarma restaurants in Abu Dhabi that have constantly improved upon their culinary standards. Particularly known for their shawarmas, this Abu Dhabi eatery offers spacious dining space for patrons with bright and cheerful interiors. Their shawarmas come in customisable options where you can choose the type of bread and the sauce(s) you want. Besides that, shawarma platters are available too. Their shawarma combos start from AED 33.

Average price for 2: AED 120
Location: Next To Hollywood Magic, Corniche Street – Al Khalidiya
Timings: 10:30 am to 01:00 am
Contact: +971-2-681-7747

Shish Shawerma

classic shawarma — Customise your shawarma with your choice of sauce and bread at Shish Shawerma, Abu Dhabi

If you’re looking for the best shawarma places in Abu Dhabi to sit and enjoy your meal, Shish Shawerma is the place to be. Their most popular shawarma items include the Mexican shawarma and the saj shawarma. Most regular customers wouldn’t recommend ordering home delivery from them, but the place is great for takeaway and dine in. Ask them to put in extra fries, pickles and sauce in your shawarma and they’d be happy to oblige. Their chicken shawarma platters start from AED 35.

Average price for 2: AED 80
Location: Corniche Road W, Street 2 – Al Khalidiya
Timings: 11:00 am to 01:00 am
Contact: +971-2-650-5576

Lebanon Mill

One of the go-to places for best shawarmas in Abu Dhabi for those residing in Al Najda rental apartments, Lebanon Mill serves an excellent variety of Lebanese food. The place is particularly popular for its mixed grill platters and shawarmas. Their shawarma menu consists platters for Arabic, Mexican and classic shawarmas in meat and chicken variants. Prices for these shawarma platters start at AED 25. Their chicken shawarma is by far the most liked item on the menu.

Average price for 2: AED 80
Location: 417 Fatima Bint Mubarak St – Al Najda
Timings: 12:00 pm to 12:00 am | Fridays 01:00 pm to 12:00 am
Contact: +971-2-650-5576

Muallim Hasan

Whether you prefer shawarma in a platter or in a sandwich form, Muallim Hasan brings you a decent variety. The shawarma platters are available in chicken and mutton variants. For those who like their shawarma in sandwich form, the choice is available between chicken and lamb options. Instead of ordering the regular shawarma, we suggest you order the more popular “special” shawarma sandwiches in your choice of meat. Their special chicken shawarma is priced at AED 11.

Average price for 2: AED 110
Location: 715 Al Falah Street – Madinat Zayed
Timings: 10:00 am to 01:00 am
Contact: +971-2-621-1230

With that, we wrap up this list of the best shawarmas in Abu Dhabi. In addition to these places, you can also head over to other shawarma shops in Abu Dhabi for more variety. We recommend checking out Fresh Chicken King and Shawarma Street, Abu Dhabi.

If you’re not too much of a traditional restaurant person and prefer your food on the go, food trucks in Abu Dhabi are a great option – that is of course after the shawarma places listed above. If you happen to be in Dubai craving shawarma, make sure you know all about the best shawarma places in Dubai.

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