Juicy shawarma
The shawarma is repeatedly praised, including an AED 6 version described as juicy and worth the price.
AlMizhar Star Cafeteria
Al Warqa
AlMizhar Star Cafeteria is a neighbourhood fast-food stop in Al Warqa, known in reviews for juicy shawarma, chicken burgers and fresh juices. It suits a quick, budget-friendly takeaway, though seating and service consistency can vary.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
287 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Zinger burger
A long-time customer says the zinger burger has a worthwhile bun and generous zinger quantity for AED 12.
Fresh juices
Reviews describe the juices as rich and undiluted, with watermelon juice receiving especially strong praise.
Parking
One customer specifically noted that finding a parking space was easy.
Low prices
Several reviews describe the food as cheap or reasonably priced, making it practical for an inexpensive bite.
Late food
A customer highlighted the service and food positively when visiting around midnight.
Tips for a Better Visit
State allergies. If spice is medically unsafe, repeat the allergy clearly and check the order before eating, since one customer received spicy food after requesting none.
Check delivery. For delivery, confirm the items and expected timing before relying on the order; one customer reported wrong food and a one-hour wait.
Choose takeaway. If you need a guaranteed seat, takeaway may be easier because one review found only one or two seats available.
Allow time. Build in extra time during busier periods, as a customer said the food could take a while to be served.
Ask about sauce. Ask whether hot sauce costs extra before adding it, as one customer reported a separate charge.
Try juices. For a drink, consider the fresh juices; one review specifically described them as rich and undiluted.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Intersection of 37 A Street - 12D St - near Masjid
Al Mizhar First - Al Mizhar, Dubai
| Mon | 6:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Tue | 6:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Wed | 6:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Thu | 6:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 6:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 6:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 6:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Chicken burger
Chicken burgers receive several positive mentions, including praise for being juicy and delicious.
Emarat club sandwich
The Emarat club sandwich is recommended as an alternative to shawarma and comes with fries.
Tea shawarma
One reviewer specifically recommends the tea shawarma.
Common Concerns
Allergy handling
A customer who requested no spice because of an allergy received spicy food and felt the response was argumentative.
Delivery delays
One regular reported incorrect delivery orders and waits of up to an hour, even for a single order.
Limited seating
A review says there may be only one or two seats available, so takeaway is often more practical.
Service waits
A customer who liked the food still found that serving could take quite a while.
Hot sauce fee
One review warns that hot sauce may be charged separately.
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The Bottom Line
AlMizhar Star Cafeteria is a practical Al Warqa stop for inexpensive fast food, especially if you are picking up rather than settling in. Reviews repeatedly mention shawarma, chicken burgers and juices, with one customer calling the AED 6 shawarma juicy and another praising the zinger burger’s bun and generous filling for AED 12. The drinks are worth a look too.
A review describes the fresh juices as “rich” and undiluted, while another calls the watermelon juice the best in Dubai. For food beyond the regular shawarma-and-burger run, customers have also singled out the Emarat club sandwich with fries, hassan matar and grilled chicken burger. Parking has been praised, and some customers report quick, polite service.
The catch is space: one review says only one or two seats may be available, making takeaway the safer plan. Service can also slow down, particularly for delivery; a regular reported incorrect items and a wait of about an hour. Be precise about spice if you have an allergy, and check the order before eating.
It is also worth asking about hot sauce charges, since one reviewer said it was billed separately. Opening status may vary too—one customer found the cafeteria closed when they arrived.