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Halla Shawarma - Corniche Deira
Deira
Halla Shawarma in Deira is a counter-service shawarma restaurant known in reviews for juicy chicken and beef shawarmas, quick service and a clean area. The menu also gets attention for its Frisco Shawarma and open platters, with comfortable seating for a casual family meal.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
317 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Beef platter
The beef shawarma in the open platter was described as fresh, flavorful and generously portioned.
Fast service
Several diners mention quick service, including one who reported no waiting.
Clean setting
A clean dining area is a recurring practical positive in the recent reviews.
Frisco Shawarma
The newer Frisco Shawarma was singled out for its taste, with another diner calling it one of the best options.
Family seating
The place is described as comfortable for enjoying food with family.
Croissant shawarma
The croissant shawarma stands out as a rich, filling variation rather than a standard wrap.
What to Eat at Halla Shawarma - Corniche Deira 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 Halla Shawarma - Corniche Deira, 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.
These items at Halla Shawarma - Corniche Deira got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 7
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Beef shawarma Net +1
“Their authentic open platters, especially the beef shawarma, were full of flavor and tasted fresh. The portions were generous, and everything was well-prepared.”
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“Their authentic open platters, especially the beef shawarma, were full of flavor and tasted fresh. The portions were generous, and everything was well-prepared.”February 2025
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Croissant shawarma Net +1
“They have the croissant shawarma which is so unique and special, have to try it, it’s really rich and make you full full.”
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“They have the croissant shawarma which is so unique and special, have to try it, it’s really rich and make you full full.”June 2025
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Hummus Net +1
“The hummus is 100% need to order.”
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“The hummus is 100% need to order.”June 2025
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Nuggets Net +1
“The nuggets are so good that I love to dip it to the garlic sauce and avocado.”
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“The nuggets are so good that I love to dip it to the garlic sauce and avocado.”June 2025
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Rice with tomato sauce Net +1
“Rice taste with tomato sauce good taste for shawarma also”
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“Rice taste with tomato sauce good taste for shawarma also”July 2024
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Royal shawarma sub beef Net +1
“Royal Shawarma Sub Beef It was Good Specialy Who Dont like much spicey For them This palce is good for them”
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“Royal Shawarma Sub Beef It was Good Specialy Who Dont like much spicey For them This palce is good for them”February 2026
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Shawarma sub chicken Net +1
“I really like their shawarma sub chicken and staff are friendly too much ☺️”
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“I really like their shawarma sub chicken and staff are friendly too much ☺️”March 2026
Drinks 1
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Avocado juice Net +1
“The Frisco was fresh new good in taste avocado juice was great cashier made it fast must try place”
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“The Frisco was fresh new good in taste avocado juice was great cashier made it fast must try place”April 2026
What to Avoid (3)
Food 3
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Meat shawerma Net −1
“I ordered meat shawerma after thoughts it’s gonna be one of the best sandwich When i started to eat the sandwich the food was very cold ! Really cold !”
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“I ordered meat shawerma after thoughts it’s gonna be one of the best sandwich When i started to eat the sandwich the food was very cold ! Really cold !”August 2025
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Saj platter Net −1
“We ordered a Saj platter for Aed 39 and when we got home was surprised to see the world’s tiniest saj! For the price expected something bigger! The meat heaters were not on and the meat was actually quite cold. The tiny saj was toasted a bit too much and was really hard.”
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Critical review excerpts
“We ordered a Saj platter for Aed 39 and when we got home was surprised to see the world’s tiniest saj! For the price expected something bigger! The meat heaters were not on and the meat was actually quite cold. The tiny saj was toasted a bit too much and was really hard.”March 2026
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Wrapped kuboos Net −1
“Just like wrapped kuboos. No have fillings inside. Very terrible experience”
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“Just like wrapped kuboos. No have fillings inside. Very terrible experience”January 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Check portions. Confirm the Saj platter size and value before ordering; one diner found the AED 39 portion unexpectedly tiny.
Check temperature. If ordering meat shawarma late, check that it is hot before leaving; one customer received it very cold.
Try Frisco. Consider the Frisco Shawarma if you want something beyond the usual wrap; reviewers described it as fresh and tasty.
Come hungry. The croissant shawarma was described as rich and filling, so it may suit a larger appetite.
Limit spice. For a milder choice, consider the Royal Shawarma Sub Beef, which one reviewer recommended for people who dislike much spice.
Quick lunch. The fast service and clean area make it a practical stop when you want a quick lunch.
Plan the visit
Practical details
48 - 56 2nd St
Al Murar - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Small portions
Multiple reviews complain that some shawarmas and the Saj platter are unusually small for their displayed price.
Price concerns
Some customers felt the food was expensive for what they received and said it was not good value.
Cold food
One meat shawarma arrived very cold, while another Saj platter review also reported cold meat.
Uneven service
Although many reviews praise the staff, one diner found the service unpleasant and unaccommodating.
Basic ambience
The shop atmosphere was described as merely okay, and one review found the music louder than ideal.
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The Bottom Line
Halla Shawarma is a casual shawarma restaurant in Deira where the main draw is a quick chicken or beef wrap. Reviews also point to more distinctive choices, including the Frisco Shawarma, Shawarma Quesadilla, open beef platters and the rich croissant shawarma. Several diners describe the meat as juicy, fresh and well cooked, while service is often praised for being fast.
There is comfortable seating for families, and one reviewer enjoyed the modern Arabic feel along with an outside view of flights landing at the Dubai terminals. The clean area is another recurring positive, making it a straightforward choice for a quick lunch or informal meal. Juices, avocado juice and fries also receive individual mentions.
The main caution is consistency. Some customers found portions surprisingly small, including a Saj platter bought for Aed 39, and others felt the prices were too high for the quantity. One meat shawarma arrived very cold, particularly raising concern about a late-night order.
Service is usually described as friendly, but a few reviews report an unpleasant or aggressive interaction. Check portion expectations and food temperature before leaving, especially when ordering a platter or meat shawarma.