Crispy Broasted
Several diners found the broasted chicken crispy outside, tender inside and well-seasoned, with one noting it was not oily.
Alagha Broasted & Shawarma | بروستد و شاورما الآغا
Al Jaddaf
Alagha Broasted & Shawarma in Al Jaddaf is a casual spot for crispy broasted chicken, shawarma and Levantine-style comfort food. Reviews also point to grilled alternatives, generous sauces, clean surroundings and outdoor seating in cooler weather.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
378 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Shawarma Choice
Chicken and beef shawarma are repeatedly praised for juicy meat, fresh sauces and balanced seasoning.
Grilled Options
Non-fried diners can choose grilled chicken or grilled vegetables instead of deep-fried dishes.
Clean Setting
Reviews describe the restaurant as clean, with a visible cooking station that lets diners see the neat preparation area.
Outdoor Seating
Outdoor seating is available, and one reviewer specifically recommended it for the winter season.
Sauce Selection
Customers highlight the fresh, flavorful sauces, including garlic sauce and a range of sauces to add to shawarma or broasted dishes.
Group Service
A group of six reported quick, friendly service and portions substantial enough to leave everyone very full.
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose Grilled. If you avoid deep-fried food, ask for the grilled chicken or grilled vegetables options mentioned by a first-time diner.
Try Broasted. The broasted chicken was specifically recommended with a Kinza soft drink as a preferred meal combination.
Add Sauces. Order the variety of sauces alongside shawarma, crispy chicken or broasted dishes rather than skipping the extras.
Allow Time. If you are visiting during a busy period, allow extra time: one otherwise positive review found service a bit slow.
Winter Visit. For a cooler-weather meal, consider the outdoor seating, which a reviewer recommended for winter.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Alwasl Club, Al jaddaf Shop 26-27
Al Jadaf, Dubai
| Mon | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Inconsistent Flavour
Some diners found dishes bland or tasteless, including a shawarma described as having no salt or seasoning.
Oiliness
Several reviews flag excessive oil, especially in shawarma; one called it overwhelming enough to mask the flavour.
Slow Service
One recent review praised the food and value but said the service was a bit slow.
Cooking Issue
One diner received dark fried chicken that was not cooked inside and lacked the expected fried-chicken flavour.
Food Complaint
A review reported finding a hair in a sandwich and receiving it cold, alongside an unfavourable taste report.
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The Bottom Line
Alagha Broasted & Shawarma is a casual Al Jaddaf restaurant built around broasted chicken and shawarma. The strongest reviews describe broasted chicken as crispy outside, tender inside and well-seasoned, while both chicken and beef shawarma are praised for juicy meat and flavourful sauces. Cordon bleu, escalope chicken and the Tawouk meal also appear as worthwhile alternatives.
There is useful flexibility if you do not want a deep-fried meal. One diner highlighted grilled chicken and grilled vegetables, while another enjoyed the fried chicken and Tawouk meal. The restaurant is often described as clean, with a visible cooking station, and outdoor seating is available for winter visits.
Groups have also reported friendly service and portions that left six diners very full. The main caution is inconsistency. Some customers found the food fresh, balanced and not oily, but others described shawarma as greasy or broasted chicken as bland.
One review mentioned dark chicken that was not cooked inside, and another reported a hair in a cold sandwich. Service was called a little slow in one otherwise positive visit, so takeaway or busy-period orders may need patience. Sauces are worth adding, and the broasted chicken with Kinza was specifically recommended by one reviewer.