Tender grills
Kebabs and fresh meat skewers are often described as tender, juicy and nicely charred.
al awas العواس
Al Warqa
Al Awas is an Arabic grill restaurant in Al Warqa, known in reviews for shawarma and charcoal-grilled meats. Customers commonly order kebab sandwiches, mixed grills and family meals, with many noting generous portions, warm bread and a clean, comfortable dining area.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
614 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Balanced spices
The grill seasoning is described as authentic and balanced rather than overpowering.
Generous portions
Several customers say the portions offer good value, especially for lamb chops and grill meals.
Fresh bread
Delivery orders have included soft, warm bread alongside hot grill dishes.
Warm delivery
Customers report fast delivery, warm food and secure packaging on several orders.
Family setting
Reviews describe the restaurant as cozy, clean and suitable for family meals.
Fresh sides
Sauces, pickles and add-on sides are often praised for freshness and flavour.
What to Eat at al awas العواس 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 al awas العواس, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of al awas العواس, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 10
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Chicken shawarma Net +4
“The chicken shawarma was flavorful, not greasy. Consistently excellent”
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“The chicken shawarma was flavorful, not greasy. Consistently excellent”January 2026
“The chicken shawarma was flavorful not greasy everything arrived warm with secure packaging”February 2026
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Kebabs Net +4
“Came back to Al Awas Grills with family and went for the fresh meat skewers. Great tender grills and hot and fresh food. The kebab was juicy and nicely charred. The chicken shawarma was flavorful, not greasy. Worth every dirham.”
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“Came back to Al Awas Grills with family and went for the fresh meat skewers. Great tender grills and hot and fresh food. The kebab was juicy and nicely charred. The chicken shawarma was flavorful, not greasy. Worth every dirham.”February 2026
“The kebab was juicy and nicely charred.”February 2026
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Lamb chops Net +4
“Just enjoyed Al Awas Grills via Talabat and went for the lamb chops. Great hot and fresh food and good pricing.”
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“Just enjoyed Al Awas Grills via Talabat and went for the lamb chops. Great hot and fresh food and good pricing.”February 2026
“Regular customer at Al Awas Grills affter work and went for the lamb chops. Great generous portions and fast delivery. The meat quality is clearly fresh and premium.”January 2026
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Fattoush Net +3
“Fattoush was excellent Not too sour not too sweet. Fantastic”
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“Fattoush was excellent Not too sour not too sweet. Fantastic”February 2023
“The accompanying sides of hummus, Fattoush, and fries are delicious and complement the grilled meats beautifully”December 2024
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Fresh meat skewers Net +3
“34 Had lunch at Al Awas Grills for a quick lunch and went for the fresh meat skewers. Great hot and fresh food and fresh meat. The meat quality is clearly fresh and premium. Service was quick and professional. Will order again.”
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“34 Had lunch at Al Awas Grills for a quick lunch and went for the fresh meat skewers. Great hot and fresh food and fresh meat. The meat quality is clearly fresh and premium. Service was quick and professional. Will order again.”January 2026
“Had lunch at Al Awas Grills with family and went for the fresh meat skewers. Great excellent packaging and consistent quality. Great value for Middle Eastern food in Dubai. The spices taste authentic and not overpowering. Worth every dirham.”January 2026
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Shawarma Net +3
“Our favorite restaurant for shawarma, pizza, grilled meat. Only 6 months in Al Warqa but not sure how many times we came here. Everything is just so delicious.”
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“Our favorite restaurant for shawarma, pizza, grilled meat. Only 6 months in Al Warqa but not sure how many times we came here. Everything is just so delicious.”April 2022
“The shawarma, tabbouleh, and grilled halloumi cheese were all delicious. The packaging was outstanding. While I wish the shawarma portion had been a bit bigger, the flavor was on point.”May 2026
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Grilled chicken Net +2
“First time ordering from Al Awas Grills for dinner and went for the grilled chicken. Great tender grills and fast delivery.”
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“First time ordering from Al Awas Grills for dinner and went for the grilled chicken. Great tender grills and fast delivery.”February 2026
“Al awas grills for a quick lunch and went for the grilled chicken.Great friendly staff and good pricing”February 2026
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Beef kebab Net +2
“Regular customer at Al Awas Grills for takeaway and went for the beef kebab. Great consistent quality and tender grills.”
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“Regular customer at Al Awas Grills for takeaway and went for the beef kebab. Great consistent quality and tender grills.”February 2026
“Came back to Al awas grill for quick lunch and went for beef kabab great flavor tasty 😋”February 2026
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Kebap sandwich Net +2
“First time ordering from Al Awas Grills with family and went for the kebap sandwich. Great excellent packaging and fresh meat. Sauces and pickles were fresh and tasty. The meat quality is clearly fresh and premium. Great for families and groups.”
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“First time ordering from Al Awas Grills with family and went for the kebap sandwich. Great excellent packaging and fresh meat. Sauces and pickles were fresh and tasty. The meat quality is clearly fresh and premium. Great for families and groups.”January 2026
“Had lunch at Al Awas Grills after work and went for the kebab sandwich. Great tender grills and generous portions.”January 2026
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Shawarma platter Net +2
“Ordered from Al Awas Grills for dinner and went for the shawarma platter. Great good pricing and excellent packaging.”
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Review excerpts
“Ordered from Al Awas Grills for dinner and went for the shawarma platter. Great good pricing and excellent packaging.”January 2026
“Finally tried Al Awas Grills via Talabat and went for the shawarma platter. Great consistent quality and good pricing.”January 2026
Honorable mentions (20)
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Hummus Net +1
“Hummus x1 8/10”
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“Hummus x1 8/10”February 2022
“The accompanying sides of hummus, Fattoush, and fries are delicious and complement the grilled meats beautifully”December 2024
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Aeyran yogurt Net +1
“Aeyran Yogurt x2(saltish laban drink) 10/10 very right level of salt.”
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“Aeyran Yogurt x2(saltish laban drink) 10/10 very right level of salt.”February 2022
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Arabic bbq Net +1
“Just enjoy alawas and grill with family and going for Arabic bbq great at lean restaurant and well balanced spices everything arrived warm”
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“Just enjoy alawas and grill with family and going for Arabic bbq great at lean restaurant and well balanced spices everything arrived warm”January 2026
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Arayes Net +1
“They even offered me a taste of their Arayes, which were also delightful.”
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“They even offered me a taste of their Arayes, which were also delightful.”December 2023
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Beef shawarma Net +1
“Beef Shawarma x2 10/10 soft and juicy, rare for beef in the whole neighborhood.”
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“Beef Shawarma x2 10/10 soft and juicy, rare for beef in the whole neighborhood.”February 2022
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Chicken taouk wrap Net +1
“Tried Al Awas Grills via talabat and went for the chicken taouk wrap. Great well-balanced spices and hot and fresh food.”
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“Tried Al Awas Grills via talabat and went for the chicken taouk wrap. Great well-balanced spices and hot and fresh food.”January 2026
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Grill box Net +1
“Ordered from Al Awas Grills after work and went for the grill box. Great tender grills and a clean restaurant. The meat quality is clearly fresh and premium. Everything arrived warm with secure packaging Highly recommended”
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“Ordered from Al Awas Grills after work and went for the grill box. Great tender grills and a clean restaurant. The meat quality is clearly fresh and premium. Everything arrived warm with secure packaging Highly recommended”January 2026
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Grilled halloumi cheese Net +1
“The shawarma, tabbouleh, and grilled halloumi cheese were all delicious. The packaging was outstanding. While I wish the shawarma portion had been a bit bigger, the flavor was on point. The tabbouleh and halloumi were served in generous portions, and tasted wonderful! I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for authentic Arabic food.”
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“The shawarma, tabbouleh, and grilled halloumi cheese were all delicious. The packaging was outstanding. While I wish the shawarma portion had been a bit bigger, the flavor was on point. The tabbouleh and halloumi were served in generous portions, and tasted wonderful! I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for authentic Arabic food.”May 2026
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Half grilled chicken Net +1
“I ordered the half grilled chicken from this restaurant, and it was not only delicious but also reasonably priced.”
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“I ordered the half grilled chicken from this restaurant, and it was not only delicious but also reasonably priced.”December 2023
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Kebab platter Net +1
“Stopped by Al Awas Grills on a busy night and went for the kebab platter. Great fresh meat and fast delivery. The meat quality is clearly fresh and premium. The spices taste authentic and not overpowering. One of my top choices for grills.”
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“Stopped by Al Awas Grills on a busy night and went for the kebab platter. Great fresh meat and fast delivery. The meat quality is clearly fresh and premium. The spices taste authentic and not overpowering. One of my top choices for grills.”January 2026
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Kofta kebab Net +1
“Came back to Al Awas Grills via Talabat and went for the kofta kebab. Great generous portions and friendly staff. The meat quality is clearly fresh and premium.”
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“Came back to Al Awas Grills via Talabat and went for the kofta kebab. Great generous portions and friendly staff. The meat quality is clearly fresh and premium.”January 2026
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Meat kebab plate Net +1
“Meat Kebab Plate x1 8/10 a little lean but was soft and right spices”
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“Meat Kebab Plate x1 8/10 a little lean but was soft and right spices”February 2022
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Mix grill with rice Net +1
“Ordered mix grill with rice at midnight but it turned out to be perfect choice rice was good,tikka was bit less in portion but of high quality, lamb chops were succulent overall the food quality and taste were amazing that one piece of round Arayes was 🫰definitely a must try place”
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“Ordered mix grill with rice at midnight but it turned out to be perfect choice rice was good,tikka was bit less in portion but of high quality, lamb chops were succulent overall the food quality and taste were amazing that one piece of round Arayes was 🫰definitely a must try place”March 2024
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Mix grills Net +1
“We tried their mix grills, prayers and grilled chicken. Each one was good. Loved it and will recommend it for sure.”
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“We tried their mix grills, prayers and grilled chicken. Each one was good. Loved it and will recommend it for sure.”February 2024
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Mixed grill Net +1
“This place serves an incredible mixed grill! The meats are so tender and flavorful, cooked to perfection.”
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“This place serves an incredible mixed grill! The meats are so tender and flavorful, cooked to perfection.”December 2024
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Pizza Net +1
“Our favorite restaurant for shawarma, pizza, grilled meat. Only 6 months in Al Warqa but not sure how many times we came here. Everything is just so delicious.”
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“Our favorite restaurant for shawarma, pizza, grilled meat. Only 6 months in Al Warqa but not sure how many times we came here. Everything is just so delicious.”April 2022
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Round arayes Net +1
“Ordered mix grill with rice at midnight but it turned out to be perfect choice rice was good,tikka was bit less in portion but of high quality, lamb chops were succulent overall the food quality and taste were amazing that one piece of round Arayes was 🫰definitely a must try place”
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Review excerpts
“Ordered mix grill with rice at midnight but it turned out to be perfect choice rice was good,tikka was bit less in portion but of high quality, lamb chops were succulent overall the food quality and taste were amazing that one piece of round Arayes was 🫰definitely a must try place”March 2024
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Shish tawook Net +1
“Picked up al awas grills for a quick lunch and went for the shish tawook great friendly staff and generous portions the spices taste authentic and not overpowering”
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“Picked up al awas grills for a quick lunch and went for the shish tawook great friendly staff and generous portions the spices taste authentic and not overpowering”February 2026
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Tikka Net +1
“Ordered mix grill with rice at midnight but it turned out to be perfect choice rice was good,tikka was bit less in portion but of high quality, lamb chops were succulent overall the food quality and taste were amazing that one piece of round Arayes was 🫰definitely a must try place”
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Review excerpts
“Ordered mix grill with rice at midnight but it turned out to be perfect choice rice was good,tikka was bit less in portion but of high quality, lamb chops were succulent overall the food quality and taste were amazing that one piece of round Arayes was 🫰definitely a must try place”March 2024
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Tabbouleh Net 0
Mixed feedback
“The shawarma, tabbouleh, and grilled halloumi cheese were all delicious. The packaging was outstanding. While I wish the shawarma portion had been a bit bigger, the flavor was on point. The tabbouleh and halloumi were served in generous portions, and tasted wonderful! I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for authentic Arabic food.”
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Review excerpts
“The shawarma, tabbouleh, and grilled halloumi cheese were all delicious. The packaging was outstanding. While I wish the shawarma portion had been a bit bigger, the flavor was on point. The tabbouleh and halloumi were served in generous portions, and tasted wonderful! I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for authentic Arabic food.”May 2026
What to Avoid (5)
Food 5
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Fries Net −1
“Ordered a grill plate for AED54/- Total disappointment. Hommous was sour and dry. French fries cold and stiff. Missed out the Arayes. Grill was tasteless. The packing had more of these fries than meat!! Total waste of money… ruined my weekend dinner!!”
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Critical review excerpts
“Ordered a grill plate for AED54/- Total disappointment. Hommous was sour and dry. French fries cold and stiff. Missed out the Arayes. Grill was tasteless. The packing had more of these fries than meat!! Total waste of money… ruined my weekend dinner!!”March 2024
“I ordered Arabic chicken shawerma Extra thru Talabat. The shawerma taste is normal, Nothing special. The French fries wasn’t well made and NOT well cooked, needs improvement. Packaging was good but unfortunately not sealed.”September 2023
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Arabic chicken shawerma extra Net −1
“I ordered Arabic chicken shawerma Extra thru Talabat. The shawerma taste is normal, Nothing special. The French fries wasn’t well made and NOT well cooked, needs improvement. Packaging was good but unfortunately not sealed.”
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“I ordered Arabic chicken shawerma Extra thru Talabat. The shawerma taste is normal, Nothing special. The French fries wasn’t well made and NOT well cooked, needs improvement. Packaging was good but unfortunately not sealed.”September 2023
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Arabic meat shawarma extra Net −1
“The Arabic Meat Shawarma Extra was cold and a bit smelly The Tabbouleh wasn't tasty and smelly as well and I couldn't eat it”
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“The Arabic Meat Shawarma Extra was cold and a bit smelly The Tabbouleh wasn't tasty and smelly as well and I couldn't eat it”June 2026
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Chicken kebab Net −1
“I had ordered a chicken kebab along with rice. To be very honest , I have tried better kebabs than the one's that I had today.”
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“I had ordered a chicken kebab along with rice. To be very honest , I have tried better kebabs than the one's that I had today.”August 2023
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Grill plate Net −1
“Ordered a grill plate for AED54/- Total disappointment. Hommous was sour and dry. French fries cold and stiff. Missed out the Arayes. Grill was tasteless. The packing had more of these fries than meat!! Total waste of money… ruined my weekend dinner!!”
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Critical review excerpts
“Ordered a grill plate for AED54/- Total disappointment. Hommous was sour and dry. French fries cold and stiff. Missed out the Arayes. Grill was tasteless. The packing had more of these fries than meat!! Total waste of money… ruined my weekend dinner!!”March 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Specify doneness. If ordering lamb chops, state your preferred doneness; one customer asked for theirs to be made medium.
Avoid peak times. For quicker dine-in service, avoid especially busy periods when takeaway orders are being handled.
Ask payment. For delivery, ask about card payment when ordering, as one review says it is available if requested.
Check requests. If your order has special instructions, confirm them directly because one grilled chicken order missed the requested changes.
Try Arayes. Consider adding Arayes to a grill order; one mixed-grill review called a round Arayes especially good.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Kinda Building - 1 st
Al Warqa - Al Warqa 1, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Food inconsistency
A few recent orders reported unpleasant smells in grilled chicken, meat shawarma and tabbouleh.
Slow service
Dine-in service can slow down when takeaway orders are busy.
Special requests
One grilled chicken order did not follow the customer's requested special instructions.
Cold sides
One grill plate arrived with cold, stiff fries and sour, dry hummus.
Delivery delays
A delivery review reported that the order arrived late and the packaging lacked cutlery.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED54/-
grill plate
“Ordered a grill plate for AED54/- Total disappointment”Google review · March 2024
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The Bottom Line
Al Awas is an Arabic grill restaurant in Al Warqa where the main draw is meat cooked over the grill. Reviews point to beef and kofta kebabs, chicken shawarma, fresh meat skewers and mixed-grill plates as useful starting points. The chicken shawarma is often described as flavorful without being greasy, while kebabs are praised for being juicy, tender and nicely charred.
Portions are repeatedly described as generous for the price, and delivery orders commonly arrive warm with soft bread and secure packaging. The restaurant also suits family meals: customers mention a cozy, clean dining area, friendly staff and a comfortable atmosphere. A mixed grill has been served with hummus, fattoush and fries, while Arayes is a worthwhile add-on according to one late-night order.
Quality is not completely consistent. Recent reviews mention cold or unpleasant-smelling shawarma and grilled chicken, and another customer received cold fries with sour, dry hummus. Dine-in service can slow when takeaway orders pile up, so quieter hours may be more comfortable.
If you order lamb chops, specify how well done you want them; one diner had to request medium after they arrived rare. For delivery, ask about card payment if that matters, as one reviewer says it must be requested.