Juices and karak
Juices and karak are standout orders, with one reviewer calling them the best on this side of Dubai.
Cafeteria Mai Himmaak كافتيريا ما يهمك
Al Barsha
Cafeteria Mai Himmaak is a casual Al Barsha cafeteria for quick sandwiches, shawarma, juices and karak. Reviews suggest its broad menu can work for a fast snack or takeaway, with particular interest in the drinks and some sandwich options, though food quality and service are not consistently reliable.
Reputation Score
3.5
★★★★☆
313 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Quick staff
One review describes the staff as quick and friendly, which suits a short takeaway stop.
Curly fries
Curly fries received a very specific compliment, with a reviewer preferring them to Hardee's fries.
Zinger prawns
The Zinker Prawns combo was the strongest item in one mixed delivery order and arrived as expected.
Broad menu
The menu has enough variety to support repeat visits and trying different snacks and drinks.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check prices. Confirm the current price before paying, especially when the menu and the cashier's amount may differ.
Verify delivery. For delivery, repeat the item and payment details and check the order on arrival; one correction took an hour.
Set shawarma expectations. If ordering the 8-dhm shawarma, expect a small serving and check whether salad or other accompaniments are included.
Repeat orders. Repeat your order clearly and confirm it was written down; one customer waited 30 minutes before discovering it had not been recorded.
Try drinks. For a lower-risk first order, consider a juice, shake or karak, which receive some of the clearest praise.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Barsha Third - Al Barsha - Dubai
Al Barsha Third - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 5:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Tue | 5:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Wed | 5:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Thu | 5:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Fri | 5:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Sat | 5:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Sun | 5:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Arabic shawarma
Arabic shawarma is a frequently discussed choice, though reviews disagree about its size and quality.
Shakes and juices
Shakes and juices attract some of the clearest positive feedback, including praise for variety and value.
Zinger sandwich
The zinger sandwich received a recent positive mention for both the service and the meal.
Common Concerns
Delivery issues
Delivery reviews include wrong items, missed instructions, non-delivery and a one-hour wait for a correction.
Price disputes
Several customers say the amount charged did not match the menu, so pricing has been a recurring concern.
Small shawarma
Some customers found the shawarma small, under-seasoned or lacking accompaniments such as salad.
Rude service
Multiple reviews describe rude manager or night-shift interactions, including being refused tea inside after eating food elsewhere.
Food concerns
One family review reports food poisoning after eating paratha there twice; this is a serious isolated allegation to bear in mind.
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The Bottom Line
Cafeteria Mai Himmaak is a casual Al Barsha stop for quick food and drinks rather than a polished dining experience. You can order shawarma, sandwiches, karak, juices and shakes, with reviews also mentioning items such as curly fries, a zinger sandwich and the Zinker Prawns combo. The broad menu is useful when a group wants different kinds of snacks, although it may take a little study before ordering.
The strongest and most consistent praise goes to the drinks: one customer calls the juices and karak the best on this side of Dubai, while another describes the juices and milk shakes as reasonably priced. Curly fries and the Zinker Prawns combo also have individual supporters. A review from a regular describes the food as fresh, generously portioned and the service as efficient, but that experience is not universal.
Service and delivery are the main cautions. Customers report rude interactions, orders not being recorded, missed instructions, wrong items and long waits for corrections. Pricing also deserves attention: several reviews say the charged amount differed from the menu, while a cheese fries order was reported at 22 dhs.
Shawarma feedback is mixed, including complaints about small portions and limited accompaniments. Check prices and delivery details before paying, and consider starting with a drink or a well-reviewed snack.