Shawarma
Shawarma is the main draw, with several reviews calling it a standout in Al Warqa.
Sett Al Sham Restaurant Dubai , مطعم ست الشام دبي
Al Warqa
Sett Al Sham is a small Syrian-style restaurant in Al Warqa, especially useful for shawarma, falafel sandwiches and grilled chicken. Reviews describe it as cleaner and more suited to takeaway or delivery than a leisurely dine-in meal, with friendly service and fresh Arabic bread also drawing praise.
Reputation Score
3.8
★★★★☆
203 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Falafel Sandwich
The falafel sandwich is described with soft falafel, tahina, salad and toasted Arabic bread.
Grilled Chicken
Grilled chicken is a repeat favourite, including one reviewer’s number-one choice.
Fresh Bread
Fresh hot bread is a particularly memorable part of the meal for some customers.
Delivery
Home delivery and quick order turnaround are repeatedly mentioned as useful strengths.
Helpful Staff
Some customers report hospitable, professional staff, and English-speaking service makes ordering easier.
Packaging
Takeaway orders have received praise for their portions, packaging and food temperature.
Arabic Dishes
Beyond shawarma, reviews mention tasty stuffed vine leaves and spinach and cheese flan.
Tips for a Better Visit
Adjust Pickles. Ask for pickles on the side if you prefer a less pickle-heavy falafel sandwich.
Choose Takeaway. Plan on takeaway or delivery rather than a long dine-in visit; the restaurant is small.
Check Shawarma. Check the shawarma before eating if consistency matters, as one review reported burnt chicken inside.
Use Nearby Parking. Parking may be convenient: one reviewer said a space was usually close enough to the restaurant.
Try Sauces. For shawarma or platters, consider trying the pomegranate sauce and other Arabic sauces mentioned by a regular customer.
Order Delivery. Delivery is a practical fallback, with reviews describing it as fine and sometimes quick.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Warqaa 2 الورقاء, In Front of Grand Mosque مقابل المسجد الكبير
Al Warqa - Al Warqa 1, Dubai
Common Concerns
Inconsistent Shawarma
Shawarma feedback is mixed, ranging from highly praised to average, dry or burnt chicken.
Small Seating
The restaurant is small and several reviews suggest it is better for takeaway or delivery than dine-in.
Higher Prices
Some customers consider the prices high compared with nearby Syrian restaurants or the quantity served.
Food Quality
A few reviews report dark or over-spiced chicken, oily food, and flavours they felt seemed old.
Busy Service
One review advises against dining in when the restaurant is busy handling orders.
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The Bottom Line
Sett Al Sham is a small Syrian-style restaurant in Al Warqa that works particularly well for shawarma, falafel sandwiches and grilled chicken. Shawarma is the headline order: some customers call it the best in the area, while others found it average, dry or affected by burnt chicken, so consistency appears to be the main variable. The falafel sandwich has a more specific following, with one review describing soft falafel, tahina, salad and toasted Arabic bread.
Other dishes mentioned include grilled chicken, stuffed vine leaves, spinach flan and spicy potatoes. Fresh hot bread, Arabic sauces and well-packed takeaway portions add to the appeal. One review also reported perfect food temperature on delivery.
This is more of a pickup and delivery restaurant than a destination for a long meal. Reviews describe limited, unsophisticated seating, and one customer found the team too busy with orders for a comfortable dine-in visit. Home delivery is generally described as fine or quick, and a reviewer found parking close by.
Prices receive mixed comments: some call them reasonable, but others say they run higher than nearby Syrian restaurants or feel expensive for the portion. English-speaking staff can make ordering straightforward, and you can ask for pickles on the side.