RAWABI AL SHAM RESTAURANT - Mirdif Branch (مطعم روابي الشام - فرع مردف)

Name: RAWABI AL SHAM RESTAURANT - Mirdif Branch (مطعم روابي الشام - فرع مردف)
Address: Uptown Mirdif Mall - 47 Algeria St, Mirdif, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97142233999

Mirdif

Restaurant Open now 04 223 3999

Rawabi Al Sham is a Syrian restaurant in Mirdif serving traditional mezze, shawarma and charcoal grills in a spacious family-friendly setting. Reviewers especially return for the mixed grill, creamy hummus and fresh bread, while indoor, outdoor and separate shisha seating give groups a few ways to settle in.

Reputation Score

4.4

★★★★☆

1,972 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Syrian flavours

Reviewers consistently describe the food as authentic Syrian, with traditional flavours strongest in the grills, mezze and shawarma.

Mixed grill

The mixed grill stands out for tender lamb chops, juicy kofta and beef kebabs, with a portion described as massive and shareable.

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What to Eat at RAWABI AL SHAM RESTAURANT - Mirdif Branch (مطعم روابي الشام - فرع مردف)

These items at RAWABI AL SHAM RESTAURANT - Mirdif Branch (مطعم روابي الشام - فرع مردف) got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 7

Fattoush Net +3

“The Fattoush salad arrived first, fresh and generous, though they thought the vegetables could have been cut a bit smaller for easier bites.”
Hummus Net +3

“appetizers were incredibly fresh and beautifully presented. The hummus was creamy and rich with olive oil, the muhammara had the perfect balance of sweetness and spice”
Shawarma Net +3

“Diners frequently commend the establishment for its well-prepared dishes, including shawarma, salads, and grilled chicken.”
Shish tawook Net +3

“The chicken shawarma was so juicy and perfectly spiced. Their garlic sauce is one of the best I have tried and their shish tawook was so delcious. Their Mint Lemonade was also so refreshing and well-balanced.”
Mixed grill platter Net +2

“The mixed grill platter was the star: tender lamb chops, juicy kofta, and beef kebab skewers, all perfectly charred and served with grilled tomatoes, peppers, onions, and that irresistible spiced flatbread on top.”
Grilled chicken Net +2

“Their grilled chicken is very nice”
Rotisserie chicken Net +2

“Next came the rotisserie chicken, perfectly seasoned with a tender texture that didn’t disappoint.”

Honorable mentions (19)

Beef stroganoff-style clay pot Net +1

“We also tried a beef stroganoff-style clay pot with mushrooms and baby corn — comforting and rich, though it leaned a bit more fusion than traditional Levantine.”
Beirouti hummos Net +1

“3. Beirouti Hummos: 100%”
Chicken liver Net +1

“The fried chicken followed, crisp and flavorful, while the chicken liver added a satisfying richness to the meal.”
Chicken shawerma Net +1

“2. Chicken Shawerma: Delicious [Also Chili Mayonnaise is tasty].”
Fried chicken Net +1

“The fried chicken followed, crisp and flavorful, while the chicken liver added a satisfying richness to the meal.”
Grilled kibbeh Net +1

“came here for dinner and ordered grilled kibbeh , mixed chicken grill, and safiha.. it’s my first time trying the food and i really like it!”
Grilled meat pieces Net +1

“1. Grilled Meat Pieces: Perfect.”
Lahm akin Net +1

“My first time at this restaurant, and honestly I must say everything we ordered was so so tasty!! We had the mixed grill and lahm akin and some drinks.”
Lamb chop Net +1

“Mixed Grill - excellent chicken and Lamb meats, nothing was dry, the Lamb Chop was not chewy, shish tawouk was moist.”
Lamb liver Net +1

“Ambiance and food is so good. We had ordered lamb liver, mix meat platter, muhammara with hot hot bread.”
Lentil soup Net +1

“Recommended to anyone who wants authentic Syrian cuisine. (Recommend the lentil soup(?)!!)”
Manakesh Net +1

“Falafel, manakesh, breads were freshly made.”
Mix meat platter Net +1

“Ambiance and food is so good. We had ordered lamb liver, mix meat platter, muhammara with hot hot bread.”
Mixed chicken grill Net +1

“came here for dinner and ordered grilled kibbeh , mixed chicken grill, and safiha.. it’s my first time trying the food and i really like it! The chicken was so tender and juicy. 10/10.. definitely will come back again..”
Safiha Net +1

“came here for dinner and ordered grilled kibbeh , mixed chicken grill, and safiha.. it’s my first time trying the food and i really like it!”
Spicy chicken shawarma Net +1

“We ordered Spicy Chicken Shawarma Arabic dishes, Shish Tawook, and Mussahab Chicken. The chicken shawarma was so juicy and perfectly spiced.”
Waffle Net +1

“The waffle was amazing and vert tasty.”
Warm pita Net +1

“Alongside it came a smoky, spiced muhammara-style dip drizzled with pomegranate molasses and tahini, and a silky whipped labneh/toum dip finished with olive oil and microgreens — both were excellent for scooping up with the warm pita and garlic bread.”
Watermelon feta salad Net +1

“The Watermelon Feta Salad Muhammara Fattoush Hummus shawarma were all outstanding and packed with delicious flavors.”

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Mint lemonade Net +1

“The chicken shawarma was so juicy and perfectly spiced. Their garlic sauce is one of the best I have tried and their shish tawook was so delcious. Their Mint Lemonade was also so refreshing and well-balanced.”

What to Avoid (3)

Food 3

Fries Net −1

“I order a simple thing, chicken shawarma and fries. The chicken shawarma was very not normal, I wouldn’t order it again. But the fries was so salty!! The fries was uneditable for me!”
Mutabel Net −1

“The food was delicious and fresh. Just the Mutabel was very loose.”
Sfiha Net −1

“The Sfiha was cold when reach the table.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Avoid weekends. Visit outside peak weekend and Eid periods if possible: weekends are packed and phone reservations are not accepted.

Come early. For busy periods, arrive with time to spare; one Eid dinner waited two hours before getting a table.

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Practical details

Uptown Mirdif Mall - 47 Algeria St

Mirdif, Dubai

04 223 3999

Mon	7:00 AM – 2:30 AM
Tue	7:00 AM – 2:30 AM
Wed	7:00 AM – 2:30 AM
Thu	7:00 AM – 2:30 AM
Fri	7:00 AM – 2:30 AM
Sat	7:00 AM – 2:30 AM
Sun	7:00 AM – 2:30 AM

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Common Concerns

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Long waits

Weekend and holiday demand can mean a substantial wait; one Eid visit took two hours to get a table.

Busy service

Service can slow down when the restaurant is full, with reports of delayed water, drinks and food preparation.

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The Bottom Line

Rawabi Al Sham in Mirdif is a Syrian restaurant built around hearty grills, mezze and shawarma. The most consistently praised orders include mixed grill, hummus, muhammara, shish tawook and freshly baked bread. It is a useful choice for families or groups because portions are often generous, and one mixed-grill platter was described as large enough to share.

The setting is spacious, with indoor and outdoor seating and a separate shisha area. Reviewers also mention a clean, well-maintained venue, lively Syrian and Lebanese music, and a broad menu that extends into pastries, pizzas, burgers and pottery dishes. Breakfast is another option, with freshly made falafel, manakesh and breads receiving a good mention.

The main practical warning is timing. Weekends can be packed, phone reservations are not accepted, and one Eid visit involved a two-hour wait. When the restaurant is full, service may slow noticeably: diners have reported repeated reminders for water and drinks, delayed food, and occasional cold dishes.

The atmosphere can also become loud enough to hinder conversation. Food quality is generally the stronger point, though a few diners found fusion dishes less convincing than the traditional grills and mezze, and one review criticised the shisha experience.