Thinly sliced spit-roasted meat wrapped in pita bread with garlic sauce, fries, and pickles.
5 top-rated spots found
Al Mallah
Chicken Shawarma
Lebanese
ยท $
ยท Satwa
โ โ โ โ โ 4.3
1,250 reviews
Local LegendClassicBudget Friendly
9.2
Flavor
9.5
Value
8.8
Vibe
A Dubai institution since 1979, Al Mallah offers a nostalgic street-side experience where the garlic sauce is perfectly balanced and the meat is consistently tender, served in a setting that captures the city's old-school charm.
๐ 2nd December Street, Al Satwa, Dubai ยท View on Maps
Laffah Restaurant
Spicy Chicken Shawarma
Syrian
ยท $
ยท Al Barsha
โ โ โ โ ยฝ 4.5
2,100 reviews
Cult FavoriteLocal LegendValue for Money
9.7
Flavor
9.8
Value
7.2
Vibe
Renowned for its 'Laffah' style thin bread and a secret garlic cream that many locals consider the gold standard in the UAE. The high turnover ensures the meat is always fresh and succulent.
Al Safadi elevates the shawarma experience with high-quality cuts of meat and a more refined, sit-down atmosphere, making it the go-to for a proper Lebanese feast.
๐ Between Dusit Dubai and Emirates Towers, Sheikh Zayed Rd, Dubai ยท View on Maps
Zaroob
Garlic Chicken Saj Shawarma
Levantine
ยท $$
ยท Sheikh Zayed Road
โ โ โ โ ยฝ 4.4
1,000 reviews
InstagrammableLate NightModern
8.6
Flavor
8.2
Value
9.5
Vibe
Zaroob combines traditional Levantine street food with a vibrant, neon-lit industrial atmosphere. It's a sensory experience that appeals to both the palate and the camera.
A favorite among the local community for its uncompromising quality and authentic Syrian preparation. It is widely regarded as one of the most 'honest' shawarmas in the city.