Fresh wraps
One review found the sandwich light and not greasy, with fresh presentation and packaging.
German Doner Kebab
Jumeirah Lake Towers
German Doner Kebab is a doner and shawarma restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers, serving chicken, beef and mixed wraps, boxes and sandwiches. Reviews point to the OG Doner Kebab, fresh vegetables and occasional extras such as churros as reasons to consider it for a quick meal.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
470 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Meat choices
The menu gives you chicken, beef or a mix, with one reviewer praising the seasoning across those options.
Quick service
Several reviews describe fast service, including a report of a beef order arriving quickly.
Lake views
The branch has indoor and outdoor seating, with outdoor tables overlooking the lake.
Good delivery
Delivery can work well: one order stayed warm despite travelling from JLT to Expo and was described as excellent.
Good fries
Waffle fries received specific praise, including from a reviewer who was otherwise unhappy with the meal.
What to Eat at German Doner Kebab 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 German Doner Kebab, 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 German Doner Kebab, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 1
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Fries Net +2
“The fries were really good.”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The fries were really good.”March 2024
“We had their German Doner Kebab (37 aed) and one Doner Box with Fries (30 aed), all of these were just too damn good. Absolutely loved it.”August 2019
Honorable mentions (13)
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Churros Net +1
“Try out new churros it's amazing and strawberry mojito is outstanding.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Try out new churros it's amazing and strawberry mojito is outstanding.”August 2025
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Döner Net +1
“The Döner was quite good. Not on a real German level, but that was not expected in the UAE.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The Döner was quite good. Not on a real German level, but that was not expected in the UAE.”March 2024
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Doner box with fries Net +1
“We had their German Doner Kebab (37 aed) and one Doner Box with Fries (30 aed), all of these were just too damn good. Absolutely loved it.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We had their German Doner Kebab (37 aed) and one Doner Box with Fries (30 aed), all of these were just too damn good. Absolutely loved it.”August 2019
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Doner kabab Net +1
“Delicious doner kabab. I preferred the wrap as the bread is softer whereas the pita bread is a bit toasted and crunchy.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Delicious doner kabab. I preferred the wrap as the bread is softer whereas the pita bread is a bit toasted and crunchy.”May 2023
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Falafel wrap Net +1
“I also tried their famous OG Doner Kebab, Doner Gym Box, and Falafel Wrap, and every single item was incredibly tasty.”
Positive 1Negative 0Neutral 1
Review excerpts
“I also tried their famous OG Doner Kebab, Doner Gym Box, and Falafel Wrap, and every single item was incredibly tasty.”March 2025
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German döner Net +1
“Definitely so far the closest you can get to a proper German Döner in Dubai. The quality is convincing, that goes for chicken as for the veal.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Definitely so far the closest you can get to a proper German Döner in Dubai. The quality is convincing, that goes for chicken as for the veal.”October 2018
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German doner kebab Net +1
“We had their German Doner Kebab (37 aed) and one Doner Box with Fries (30 aed), all of these were just too damn good. Absolutely loved it.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We had their German Doner Kebab (37 aed) and one Doner Box with Fries (30 aed), all of these were just too damn good. Absolutely loved it.”August 2019
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Mix wrap meal Net +1
“I took the mix wrap meal with waffle fries and diet Pepsi. I also ordered the Fullafill 4 pieces and a mix burger. The food is good and fresh but definitely not worth the price you pay.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I took the mix wrap meal with waffle fries and diet Pepsi. I also ordered the Fullafill 4 pieces and a mix burger. The food is good and fresh but definitely not worth the price you pay.”October 2024
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Og doner kebab Net +1
“I also tried their famous OG Doner Kebab, Doner Gym Box, and Falafel Wrap, and every single item was incredibly tasty.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I also tried their famous OG Doner Kebab, Doner Gym Box, and Falafel Wrap, and every single item was incredibly tasty.”March 2025
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Og doner sandwich Net +1
“The OG Doner sandwich is a must-try!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The OG Doner sandwich is a must-try!”September 2025
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Ramadan rice bowl Net +1
“I highly recommend the Ramadan Rice Bowl – it’s seriously addictive!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I highly recommend the Ramadan Rice Bowl – it’s seriously addictive!”March 2025
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Waffle fries Net +1
“The only thing that was acceptable was the waffle fries.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The only thing that was acceptable was the waffle fries.”November 2024
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Doner gym box Net 0
Mixed feedback
“I also tried their famous OG Doner Kebab, Doner Gym Box, and Falafel Wrap, and every single item was incredibly tasty.”
Positive 1Negative 1
Review excerpts
“I also tried their famous OG Doner Kebab, Doner Gym Box, and Falafel Wrap, and every single item was incredibly tasty.”March 2025
Drinks 1
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Strawberry mojito Net +1
“Try out new churros it's amazing and strawberry mojito is outstanding.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Try out new churros it's amazing and strawberry mojito is outstanding.”August 2025
What to Avoid (7)
Food 6
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24 Psc box Net −1
“If you order 24 psc box you will receive 90% cabbages ans 10% chicken skins”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“If you order 24 psc box you will receive 90% cabbages ans 10% chicken skins”April 2026
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Chicken sandwich Net −1
“You are also not reserves one star about this bad service and bad meals, first of all i order beef and chicken they call me and tell me there is no beef after half an hour,I change it to chicken no problem, but where is the chicken inside the sandwich where is doner, they just put vegetables and sauce and send it cold, bad smell bad sandwich bad service and bad stuff.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“You are also not reserves one star about this bad service and bad meals, first of all i order beef and chicken they call me and tell me there is no beef after half an hour,I change it to chicken no problem, but where is the chicken inside the sandwich where is doner, they just put vegetables and sauce and send it cold, bad smell bad sandwich bad service and bad stuff.”August 2024
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Durum Net −1
“I've seen a lot in Dubai, but that was literally one Durum spread in 2 boxes. Even charged extra to get veal. I'm speechless”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“I've seen a lot in Dubai, but that was literally one Durum spread in 2 boxes. Even charged extra to get veal. I'm speechless”June 2020
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Durum doner wrap sandwich Net −1
“There is NO sauce in the durum doner wrap sandwich! Is this a new cost cutting measure? Why does the item description say three sauces inside and I get no sauce and it costs 45 dhs! My best restaurant has become the worst. Date 27May time 20:00”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“There is NO sauce in the durum doner wrap sandwich! Is this a new cost cutting measure? Why does the item description say three sauces inside and I get no sauce and it costs 45 dhs! My best restaurant has become the worst. Date 27May time 20:00”May 2026
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Sandwich Net −1
“I have order a sandwich and it was full with vegetables 🙂 with little bit of meat .”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“I have order a sandwich and it was full with vegetables 🙂 with little bit of meat .”November 2024
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Wrap Net −1
“Ordered a Wrap through one of the Food delivery apps. To be honest i never expected my food to be that cold and i am not sure whether it was prepared fresh. The bread i believe was taken directly from the refrigerator and once wrapped without any Hot press they sent it for Delivery.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Ordered a Wrap through one of the Food delivery apps. To be honest i never expected my food to be that cold and i am not sure whether it was prepared fresh. The bread i believe was taken directly from the refrigerator and once wrapped without any Hot press they sent it for Delivery.”September 2024
Drinks 1
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Diet coke Net −1
“I diet coke costs 3 AED at the most - hence it makes sense why there aren't a lot of dine in customers.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“I diet coke costs 3 AED at the most - hence it makes sense why there aren't a lot of dine in customers.”October 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose wraps. If you prefer softer bread, choose a wrap rather than pita; a review specifically found the wrap bread softer.
Check sauces. Before leaving or accepting delivery, check that the sauces you ordered are actually included.
Use promotions. Promotions can improve value: one customer found the portion acceptable when using a discount but less appealing at full price.
Try dine-in. For a more scenic visit, consider eating in and using the outdoor seating with lake views.
Allow time. If ordering during a busy period, allow extra time: one diner waited 40 minutes for a takeaway.
Check portions. When ordering a box or sandwich for delivery, inspect the meat-to-vegetable balance on arrival, since several reviews found it short on meat.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Cluster W
Al Thanyah Fifth - Jumeirah Lakes Towers, 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 – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Inconsistent meat
Recent reviews range from fresh, tasty meat to complaints that it was bland, boiled-tasting or old.
Missing sauce
A durum wrap advertised with three sauces arrived without any sauce and cost 45 dhs.
Small portions
Some customers report sandwiches or boxes containing mostly vegetables and little meat.
Price concerns
Several diners considered the food expensive for its quantity, especially when paying full price.
Occasional delays
One takeaway took 40 minutes, while another customer waited as other orders were served first.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
12 AED
diet Pepsi
“And what baffles me is that a diet Pepsi here cost 12 AED, and it wasn't chilled like they made it out to be”Google review · October 2024
37 aed
German Doner Kebab
“We had their German Doner Kebab (37 aed) and one Doner Box with Fries (30 aed), all of these were just too damn good”Google review · August 2019
30 aed
Doner Box with Fries
“We had their German Doner Kebab (37 aed) and one Doner Box with Fries (30 aed), all of these were just too damn good”Google review · August 2019
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LOCAL
LOCAL
The Bottom Line
German Doner Kebab in Jumeirah Lake Towers is a casual spot for doner wraps, sandwiches and boxes, with chicken, beef and mix options. The OG Doner Kebab gets a direct recommendation, while the Ramadan Rice Bowl, Doner Gym Box and Falafel Wrap have all been mentioned by customers. The branch also serves extras such as waffle fries, churros and Fullafill.
The strongest reviews describe fresh vegetables, juicy or well-seasoned meat, light wraps and quick service. Delivery has also been successful for some customers: one order travelled from JLT to Expo and was still warm. If you eat in, outdoor seating provides lake views, making the setting more appealing than a simple takeaway stop.
Quality and value are not completely consistent. Other diners received bland, oily or cold food, very little meat, or a wrap missing its advertised sauces. 9g of chicken.
Several reviews also call the pricing high for the quantity, so discounts may make more sense than paying full price. For a first visit, check sauces and portion balance before leaving with a takeaway. If you want softer bread, choose the wrap over pita, and allow extra time if the branch is busy.