Shawarma
The Chicken Shawarma Roll is described as juicy, well-marinated and affordable, with fresh bread and strong garlic flavour.
Abooz Tea - Al Barsha, Behind MOE
Al Barsha
Abooz Tea is a cafeteria and teashop in Al Barsha, with shawarma, tea, juices and late-night food for quick dine-ins, takeaways or delivery. Reviews most consistently point to the Chicken Shawarma Roll and Arabic shawarma as useful orders, while the 24/7 availability suits hungry-after-hours visits.
Reputation Score
3.8
★★★★☆
119 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Late Hours
One review specifically highlights 24/7 availability, making it a practical option for late-night food and tea.
Tea
The chai is praised as fantastic, while another reviewer describes the tea selection as broad enough to include classic and herbal blends.
Fresh Juices
Fresh juices are described as refreshing and a good complement to a shawarma meal.
Night Delivery
A customer reported a fast WhatsApp response and delivery at 2AM, which is useful for late-night orders.
Food Portions
One review found the portions generous and the food fresh, tasty and well presented.
Tips for a Better Visit
Allow Time. For delivery, allow extra time rather than relying on the quoted estimate; one nearby order took 45 minutes to an hour.
Choose Shawarma. If you want the safer review-backed choice, start with shawarma; one customer specifically recommended it over the butter chicken.
Check Spice. Confirm spice instructions when ordering, since a customer said a non-spicy request was not followed.
Consider Takeaway. Takeaway may be more comfortable than sitting outside in direct sun if the tables still lack shade.
Confirm Extras. Ask about condiments before paying: one review says ketchup was not provided with samosas.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Building Rabwah-2, Shop No.9 - behind Mall Of Emirates
Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Arabic shawarma
Arabic shawarma is recommended as a standout neighbourhood order, with one review also noting careful packaging.
Indomie Maggi
The indomie maggi is singled out alongside chai as a particularly tempting order.
Broasted Chicken
A delivery review says the broasted chicken arrived hot and crunchy.
Common Concerns
Long Delays
Several delivery reviews report waits of 45 minutes to an hour, including for nearby buildings; one customer waited an hour for shawarma.
Rude Service
Multiple customers describe rude or argumentative interactions, especially during order-taking and complaint handling.
Outdoor Heat
The outdoor tables were reported to sit in direct sun without shade, making dine-in uncomfortable during hot weather.
Inconsistent Food
Food feedback is mixed: some dishes are praised, while reviews mention poor tea, spoiled food and an overly salty butter chicken.
Order Errors
A delivery customer received a different noodle dish and then waited beyond the promised correction time.
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The Bottom Line
Abooz Tea is a casual cafeteria and teashop in Al Barsha for quick meals, tea, takeaway and delivery. The clearest reason to consider it is the shawarma: reviews mention both the Chicken Shawarma Roll and Spicy Chicken Shawarma, with comments on juicy, marinated chicken, fresh bread and strong garlic flavour. Arabic shawarma is also praised, and one customer reported a price of 6 AED.
Tea is another recurring draw, particularly chai, while reviews also mention fresh juices, fried and steamed momos, broasted chicken and indomie maggi. The 24/7 availability and a reported fast 2AM WhatsApp delivery make it useful when most nearby options are closed. The experience is uneven.
Several customers praise friendly, attentive service and clean food, but others describe rude order-taking, arguments over mistakes and poor handling of complaints. Delivery is the main practical risk: reviews report waits of 45 minutes to an hour, sometimes for buildings only a few doors away, with food arriving cold or orders being incorrect. Dine-in seating has also been criticised for being in direct sun without shade.
For a first visit, takeaway shawarma and tea are the more dependable-looking route; confirm spice preferences, extras and the delivery timing before placing a larger order.