Fresh chicken
Chicken is cooked from raw rather than reheated, with about a 20-minute wait reported as worthwhile.
8 Grill - Al Barsha Branch
Al Barsha
8 Grill is a Syrian restaurant in Al Barsha focused on shawarma, grilled meats and burgers. Reviews make the fresh grilled chicken and distinctive shawarma the strongest reasons to visit, with a small, clean dining room and delivery also available.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
496 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Distinctive shawarma
The shawarma is repeatedly praised for its flavour, including a spicy version and generous portions.
Strong grills
Grilled chicken, fajita and mixed grill are standout orders, including a well-served half-kilogram mixed grill.
Fresh sides
Fattoush, hummus Beiruti, garlic sauce, pickles and tabbouleh receive specific praise or are included with orders.
Friendly service
Multiple reviews describe attentive, welcoming service and staff who greet customers with a smile.
Clean setting
The compact dining room is described as clean, orderly, well ventilated and free of noticeable kitchen smell.
Fast delivery
One regular customer reports shawarma arriving at home within 12–15 minutes of ordering.
Free parking
A review reports plenty of free parking across the road at Lulu Hypermarket.
What to Eat at 8 Grill - Al Barsha Branch How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For 8 Grill - Al Barsha Branch, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at 8 Grill - Al Barsha Branch got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 5
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Shawarma Net +9
“For me their shawarma is the best I have ever tried. It's very flavored, different than other places.”
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“For me their shawarma is the best I have ever tried. It's very flavored, different than other places.”March 2026
“The food is excellent, especially the shawarma.”January 2026
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Grill chicken Net +5
“Excellent flavored grill chicken, Shawarma & the Salad are superb.!”
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“Excellent flavored grill chicken, Shawarma & the Salad are superb.!”February 2026
“This place is amazing! I tried their grilled chicken and its very tasty!”March 2025
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Mixed grill Net +3
“Me and my husband had the half kg mixed grill and it was delicious! It’s well presented and the portion is well served too. Lyka attended us and she was very friendly and kind.”
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“Me and my husband had the half kg mixed grill and it was delicious! It’s well presented and the portion is well served too. Lyka attended us and she was very friendly and kind.”June 2025
“Best mixed grill in Dubai. Lots of garlic sauce on the side too which is a big plus.”June 2025
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Chicken shawarma Net +2
“They serve fresh chicken shawarma, and the portion is very generous.”
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“They serve fresh chicken shawarma, and the portion is very generous.”January 2026
“At first not so sure if i will like the food so decided to give it a try, i started with Chicken Shawarma which was delicious then i end up ordering Fire Chicky Cheetos Burger which is Juicy goodness😍😍😍Flavor bomb!😋😋😋server Lyka is very welcoming and professional ✨♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️💫”April 2025
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Fattoush salad Net +2
“Thank you so much I really enjoyed my order especially the fattoush salad. I recommend 👍”
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“Thank you so much I really enjoyed my order especially the fattoush salad. I recommend 👍”October 2025
“Hummus beiruti and fattoush salad are amazing. Top tier quality”October 2025
Honorable mentions (12)
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Falafil Net +1
“Food is delicious and also thanks for the staff name lyka and the free teast delicous falafil”
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“Food is delicious and also thanks for the staff name lyka and the free teast delicous falafil”April 2025
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Fire chicky cheetos burger Net +1
“At first not so sure if i will like the food so decided to give it a try, i started with Chicken Shawarma which was delicious then i end up ordering Fire Chicky Cheetos Burger which is Juicy goodness😍😍😍Flavor bomb!😋😋😋server Lyka is very welcoming and professional ✨♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️💫”
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“At first not so sure if i will like the food so decided to give it a try, i started with Chicken Shawarma which was delicious then i end up ordering Fire Chicky Cheetos Burger which is Juicy goodness😍😍😍Flavor bomb!😋😋😋server Lyka is very welcoming and professional ✨♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️💫”April 2025
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Fries Net +1
“The grilled chicken is amaaaaazing.their fries oil free and over the top.service over the top.amazing staff and amazing food”
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“The grilled chicken is amaaaaazing.their fries oil free and over the top.service over the top.amazing staff and amazing food”April 2026
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Grilled chicken and cheese shawarma Net +1
“Superb and deliciously good. Best grilled chicken and cheese shawarma. We loved the place - clean and Cozy. Thanks Lyka for the 5star service!”
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“Superb and deliciously good. Best grilled chicken and cheese shawarma. We loved the place - clean and Cozy. Thanks Lyka for the 5star service!”May 2025
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Hamburger Net +1
“I had a great experience at the restaurant! The hamburger was delicious and full of flavor. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting. A big shoutout to Lyka she was so kind, friendly, and attentive. Her warm service really made my visit special. 😊🍔”
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“I had a great experience at the restaurant! The hamburger was delicious and full of flavor. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting. A big shoutout to Lyka she was so kind, friendly, and attentive. Her warm service really made my visit special. 😊🍔”May 2025
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Hummus beiruti Net +1
“Hummus beiruti and fattoush salad are amazing. Top tier quality”
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“Hummus beiruti and fattoush salad are amazing. Top tier quality”October 2025
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Meat skewers Net +1
“I ordered Shwarma and meat skewers , tabbouleh etc from this restaurant - the food quality is excellent - they sent extra sauce and garlic paste - fully satisfied. Their delivery is on time - if you need excellent Arabic food in Dubai - to order online ( Syrian /Lebanese delicacies ) this is the place. Best wishes to them .”
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“I ordered Shwarma and meat skewers , tabbouleh etc from this restaurant - the food quality is excellent - they sent extra sauce and garlic paste - fully satisfied. Their delivery is on time - if you need excellent Arabic food in Dubai - to order online ( Syrian /Lebanese delicacies ) this is the place. Best wishes to them .”April 2025
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Mexican burger Net +1
“Amazing food! Had their signature 8 Shawarma and Mexican burger. Lyka is an amazing host!”
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“Amazing food! Had their signature 8 Shawarma and Mexican burger. Lyka is an amazing host!”February 2026
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Sausage Net +1
“It was a wonderful experience with the food, very delicious, especially their sausage, which was very tasty. In addition to the smiling Mika, she was excellent. and the vibes was amazing with them Highly recommended 🙏”
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“It was a wonderful experience with the food, very delicious, especially their sausage, which was very tasty. In addition to the smiling Mika, she was excellent. and the vibes was amazing with them Highly recommended 🙏”September 2025
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Signature 8 shawarma Net +1
“Amazing food! Had their signature 8 Shawarma and Mexican burger. Lyka is an amazing host!”
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“Amazing food! Had their signature 8 Shawarma and Mexican burger. Lyka is an amazing host!”February 2026
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Spicy chicken shawarma Net +1
“After a long time I had real spicy chicken shawarma. It's so delicious. Finished faster before I realised.”
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“After a long time I had real spicy chicken shawarma. It's so delicious. Finished faster before I realised.”December 2025
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Tabbouleh Net +1
“I ordered Shwarma and meat skewers , tabbouleh etc from this restaurant - the food quality is excellent - they sent extra sauce and garlic paste - fully satisfied. Their delivery is on time - if you need excellent Arabic food in Dubai - to order online ( Syrian /Lebanese delicacies ) this is the place. Best wishes to them .”
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Review excerpts
“I ordered Shwarma and meat skewers , tabbouleh etc from this restaurant - the food quality is excellent - they sent extra sauce and garlic paste - fully satisfied. Their delivery is on time - if you need excellent Arabic food in Dubai - to order online ( Syrian /Lebanese delicacies ) this is the place. Best wishes to them .”April 2025
What to Avoid (1)
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Grilled fish Net −1
“"I ordered grilled fish for my family, but unfortunately, it was tough and of poor quality. The taste was also off-putting. We had ordered 2 Pakistani naan and 2 chapatis, but the order was incorrect. It was a disappointing experience, and I hope the restaurant can improve."fis my ist and last time.”
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Critical review excerpts
“"I ordered grilled fish for my family, but unfortunately, it was tough and of poor quality. The taste was also off-putting. We had ordered 2 Pakistani naan and 2 chapatis, but the order was incorrect. It was a disappointing experience, and I hope the restaurant can improve."fis my ist and last time.”November 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Allow time. For the freshest grilled chicken, allow roughly 20 minutes rather than expecting a quick reheated order.
Use nearby parking. For dine-in visits, check the free parking across the road at Lulu Hypermarket.
Small parties. The compact room is better for solo diners, couples or small groups than large gatherings.
Try shawarma. Shawarma is the safest first order, with reviews highlighting both a distinctive flavour and a spicy version.
Check fish. If ordering grilled fish, confirm the order and preparation, since one review reported tough fish and incorrect breads.
Consider delivery. If you are eating at home, delivery may be convenient; one review reported shawarma arriving within 12–15 minutes.
Plan the visit
Practical details
4684+P84 - Street 3
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Limited seating
The restaurant has only eight tables, and the seating area is not ideal for large groups.
Small portion
One shawarma review found the portion too small to be filling, despite other customers reporting generous servings.
Fish issue
One family order found the grilled fish tough and poor quality, with an off-putting taste.
Order error
The same visit reported receiving the wrong breads: two naan and two chapatis had been ordered incorrectly.
Cold welcome
One regular customer found the owner's repeated unsmiling looks and lack of response uncomfortable.
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The Bottom Line
8 Grill is a compact Syrian restaurant in Al Barsha where the most reliable starting points are shawarma and grilled dishes. Customers specifically mention the signature 8 Shawarma, grilled chicken, mixed grill and burgers, while the business also describes itself as serving Syrian-Lebanese food, manakeesh and fresh grills. The grilled chicken gets unusually specific praise: one reviewer said it was cooked fresh from raw rather than reheated, although the wait was about 20 minutes.
Mixed grill is another strong choice; a half-kilogram serving was described as delicious and well presented. For lighter additions, fattoush and hummus Beiruti are repeatedly well received, and orders may come with pickles, garlic sauce and hummus. The setting is clean, cozy and well ventilated, but small—one review counted eight tables, while another said it suits solo diners or pairs better than large groups.
Parking is reported across the road at Lulu Hypermarket. Delivery is also worth considering, with one customer reporting shawarma at the door within 12–15 minutes. Most service feedback is warm and attentive, though one visit reported tough grilled fish and an incorrect bread order.
If fish is your priority, confirming the order may be sensible.