Juicy Shawarma
The Lebanese shawarma has been praised for juicy meat, fresh vegetables and a flavorful sauce in soft bread.
Picnic Home Restaurant
Bur Dubai
Picnic Home Restaurant is a small Lebanese eatery in Bur Dubai, known in reviews for shawarma and grilled chicken. It suits a quick metro-side bite or a casual meal, with indoor seating and some outdoor tables.
Reputation Score
3.9
★★★★☆
868 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Spicy Option
The shawarma can be made distinctive with spicy paste, and reviews mention a Mexican version.
Grilled Chicken
A long-time customer called the chicken grill and chicken charcoal standout orders, alongside shawarma and falafel.
Metro Access
The restaurant is directly by Al Fahidi Metro station, making it convenient for a quick stop without driving.
Late Hours
A review says it stays open until 3 am, although shawarma availability should be checked after 1 am.
Outdoor Seating
There is indoor air-conditioned seating as well as an outside seating area.
What to Eat at Picnic Home Restaurant 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 Picnic Home Restaurant, 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 Picnic Home Restaurant, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Chicken shawarma Net +3
“An amazing place to get the best chicken shawarmas ever. The chicken shawarma is delectable. Tender juicy and a delight is every bite. Highly recommend. Though the ambience is nothing much to talk about. The service is great and the taste and prices are brilliant”
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“An amazing place to get the best chicken shawarmas ever. The chicken shawarma is delectable. Tender juicy and a delight is every bite. Highly recommend. Though the ambience is nothing much to talk about. The service is great and the taste and prices are brilliant”April 2018
“One of the best chicken shawarma's in bur dubai. Almost as good as Laffah shawarma. They add spicy paste to shawarma which makes it unique from others. Cheap prices, Quick delivery service and available in S,M & L sizes”June 2022
Honorable mentions (17)
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Avacado shakes Net +1
“Every item we ordered from here has never failed us. Their Shawarmas, especially the Mexican one and their Avacado shakes are an absolute delight.”
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“Every item we ordered from here has never failed us. Their Shawarmas, especially the Mexican one and their Avacado shakes are an absolute delight.”June 2020
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Chicken and mushroom soup Net +1
“I enjoyed the lamb chops and the chicken and mushroom soup the salad was not like the salads in the US it was large chunks of carrots and other veggies chunks I wasn't to happy with that.”
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“I enjoyed the lamb chops and the chicken and mushroom soup the salad was not like the salads in the US it was large chunks of carrots and other veggies chunks I wasn't to happy with that.”September 2019
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Chicken charcoal Net +1
“Best chicken grill in Dubai without a doubt. I am regular customer of Picnic home since past 7 years. Amazing chicken grill and chicken charcoal at Picnic home restaurant”
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“Best chicken grill in Dubai without a doubt. I am regular customer of Picnic home since past 7 years. Amazing chicken grill and chicken charcoal at Picnic home restaurant”August 2021
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Chicken grill Net +1
“Best chicken grill in Dubai without a doubt. I am regular customer of Picnic home since past 7 years. Amazing chicken grill and chicken charcoal at Picnic home restaurant”
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“Best chicken grill in Dubai without a doubt. I am regular customer of Picnic home since past 7 years. Amazing chicken grill and chicken charcoal at Picnic home restaurant”August 2021
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Chicken saj shawarma platter Net +1
“Excellent taste. Loved the chicken saj shawarma platter.”
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“Excellent taste. Loved the chicken saj shawarma platter.”February 2021
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Grill chicken Net +1
“Food was tasty specially the grill chicken but the home delivery was very bad.”
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“Food was tasty specially the grill chicken but the home delivery was very bad.”August 2017
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Hummus meat plate Net +1
“The hummus meat plate is a must have.”
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“The hummus meat plate is a must have.”December 2017
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Lamb chops Net +1
“I enjoyed the lamb chops and the chicken and mushroom soup the salad was not like the salads in the US it was large chunks of carrots and other veggies chunks I wasn't to happy with that.”
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“I enjoyed the lamb chops and the chicken and mushroom soup the salad was not like the salads in the US it was large chunks of carrots and other veggies chunks I wasn't to happy with that.”September 2019
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Meat pies Net +1
“We ordered shawarma and meat pies. We also took fruit juices, which are freshly squeezed and really were very tasty.”
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“We ordered shawarma and meat pies. We also took fruit juices, which are freshly squeezed and really were very tasty.”February 2023
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Shawarma platter Net +1
“We ordered Falafal and Shawarma platter,Shawarma platter comes with hummus,Salad,fries and bread. Food was good and not too heavy on pocket.Service was ok too.”
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“We ordered Falafal and Shawarma platter,Shawarma platter comes with hummus,Salad,fries and bread. Food was good and not too heavy on pocket.Service was ok too.”October 2023
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Shawrma and falafel plate Net +1
“The shawrma and falafel plate is really delicious.”
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“The shawrma and falafel plate is really delicious.”December 2017
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Sheesh touk Net +1
“Lovely Lebanese food. Sheesh touk all time favourite. One of the best shawrmas served”
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“Lovely Lebanese food. Sheesh touk all time favourite. One of the best shawrmas served”November 2018
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Shish taouk Net +1
“Food is tasty and good quantity for a reasonable price. Tried shish taouk & Mexican shawarma.Shish taouk was very good. Mexican shawarma was average.”
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“Food is tasty and good quantity for a reasonable price. Tried shish taouk & Mexican shawarma.Shish taouk was very good. Mexican shawarma was average.”January 2022
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Small shawarma Net +1
“I ordered the small shawarma and it was smaller than what I expected. The quality of chicken and Saj bread were very good. To my surprise they used Tahina sauce instead of the usual garlic sauce, but I did like the change. Overall a very good shawarma that I would try again if I was in the area.”
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“I ordered the small shawarma and it was smaller than what I expected. The quality of chicken and Saj bread were very good. To my surprise they used Tahina sauce instead of the usual garlic sauce, but I did like the change. Overall a very good shawarma that I would try again if I was in the area.”November 2021
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Tabbouleh Net +1
“Great tabbouleh and shawarma, overall food is delicious.”
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“Great tabbouleh and shawarma, overall food is delicious.”July 2019
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Falafel sandwich Net 0
Mixed feedback
“You’ve always had the most amazing falafel sandwich — I’ve been a regular customer since 2006 — and I’m really hoping to know when you’ll be opening again.”
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“You’ve always had the most amazing falafel sandwich — I’ve been a regular customer since 2006 — and I’m really hoping to know when you’ll be opening again.”January 2026
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Spicy (mexican) option Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“Food is tasty and good quantity for a reasonable price. Tried shish taouk & Mexican shawarma.Shish taouk was very good. Mexican shawarma was average.”
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What to Avoid (2)
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Chicken Net −1
“Very bad experience chicken not at all cooked. They promised they will again make new one but they took uncooked chicken and same thing they delivered. Kindly check once you receive the delivery.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Very bad experience chicken not at all cooked. They promised they will again make new one but they took uncooked chicken and same thing they delivered. Kindly check once you receive the delivery.”October 2021
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Spicy shawarma Net −1
“Ordered a spicy shawarma (reiterated thrice) didnt come, was plain, tahina was replaced with mayonnaise, the fries were soft, pickle didnt have chilli, this is not an arabic restaurant !”
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Critical review excerpts
“Ordered a spicy shawarma (reiterated thrice) didnt come, was plain, tahina was replaced with mayonnaise, the fries were soft, pickle didnt have chilli, this is not an arabic restaurant !”May 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Ask Double-Spicy. If you enjoy heat, ask for the double-spicy shawarma; a reviewer says it is notably intense.
Check Late Stock. If visiting after 1 am, call first to check whether shawarma is still available, despite the reported 3 am closing time.
Use The Metro. Al Fahidi Metro is the easier arrival option because the station gate is directly opposite the restaurant.
Plan Parking. Avoid peak driving times or budget for the nearby paid lot, as public parking around the restaurant is limited.
Verify Opening. Check the current opening status before travelling, since a January 2026 review reported the restaurant closed.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Sharafi Building - G Floor
Al Souq Al Kabeer - Al Fahidi, Dubai
Common Concerns
Inconsistent Quality
Recent reviews describe grilled chicken as dry, burnt and overdone, while others say the shawarma has lost its former consistency.
Order Mistakes
Delivery instructions were repeatedly reported as ignored, including requests for spicy shawarma and kuboos.
Slow Service
Some diners reported waiting around 30 minutes for one shawarma, even outside busy periods.
Parking Cost
Nearby parking can be difficult and expensive; one customer paid 10.50 dirhams for seven minutes.
Current Status
A January 2026 reviewer found the restaurant closed and was seeking an update about reopening or relocation.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
8 dhs
falafel sandwich
“These ppl need to learn from other restaurants how to make falafel and not selling somtlething that is worth 1 dh for 8 dhs”Google review · October 2023
6 dirhams
shawarma
“50 dirhams for the seven minutes I spent ordering and eating my 6 dirhams shawarma”Google review · November 2021
less then 90 aed
dinner with fresh juices
“Really chep we pay with total less then 90 aed for dinner with fresh juices”Google review · February 2023
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The Bottom Line
Picnic Home Restaurant is a small Lebanese cafeteria in Bur Dubai, right by Al Fahidi Metro station. The main draw is shawarma: reviewers mention Lebanese shawarma with juicy meat, fresh vegetables and soft bread, as well as Mexican shawarma made distinctive with spicy paste. Grilled chicken, chicken charcoal and falafel are other recurring picks, while shish taouk and shawarma platters broaden the menu beyond a quick wrap.
The experience depends heavily on the order and timing. Some long-time customers describe excellent chicken grill, crispy falafel, fresh juices and reasonable prices, but recent reviews also report dry or burnt grilled chicken and shawarma with too much bread and sauce. Delivery has attracted particular criticism for long waits and ignored instructions, so dining in or collecting may be less frustrating than relying on app notes.
Service complaints include unattended tables and waits of around 30 minutes for a shawarma. The location is convenient for metro users, and there is indoor AC plus outdoor seating. 50 dirhams for only seven minutes in a private lot.
If you like strong heat, ask for double-spicy. Also check availability after 1 am—and confirm that the restaurant has reopened before making a special trip, as a January 2026 review reported it closed.