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Sevana Bakery مـخبز ســيفانا
Hor Al Anz
Sevana Bakery is a bakery-restaurant in Hor Al Anz serving Arabic baked goods, savoury snacks and sweets. Reviews point to fresh bread, distinctive shawarma and pastries such as baklava, with indoor seating and a welcoming atmosphere for a quick bite or relaxed stop.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
667 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Shawarma
Customers describe the shawarma as meaty, flavourful and more Middle Eastern in style than standard cafeteria shawarma.
Arabic sweets
Baklava, kunafa and other Arabic sweets receive strong praise, making the bakery useful for dessert or takeaway boxes.
Broad choice
The menu spans freshly made sandwiches, pastries and sweets, with food prepared after ordering according to one detailed review.
Pleasant setting
Reviews mention a redesigned, cosy interior, attractive lighting and a separate outdoor seating area.
Good value
Several customers describe the prices as reasonable or affordable, including for bakery items and shawarma.
Easy access
One review places it within walking distance of Abu Hail Metro Station and notes public parking nearby.
What to Eat at Sevana Bakery مـخبز ســيفانا 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 Sevana Bakery مـخبز ســيفانا, 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 Sevana Bakery مـخبز ســيفانا, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 3
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Shawarma Net +10
“Sevana is one of my favorite shawarma places! If you haven't, you should definitely try it.”
Positive 10Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Sevana is one of my favorite shawarma places! If you haven't, you should definitely try it.”July 2024
“Love fresh bread and shawarma! Sweets are tasty and Faten was very kind to help me taste some!”July 2026
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Manakeesh Net +4
“Ordered manakeesh and everything tasted well except chicken with cheese. Wouldn’t recommend chicken manakeesh”
Positive 4Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Ordered manakeesh and everything tasted well except chicken with cheese. Wouldn’t recommend chicken manakeesh”September 2024
“Authentic Taste of Arabic Sweets, Freshly Baked Manakeesh, Excellent Falafel and the Fresh Juices.”December 2023
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Baklava Net +2
“Love their baklava and shawerma. Manakish was also delishh! Got a great seating area inside as well”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Love their baklava and shawerma. Manakish was also delishh! Got a great seating area inside as well”June 2025
“We tried the shawarma and the baklava, and they were delicious. The shawarma was flavorful and the pickled vegetables and dips were equally fresh and good quality.”July 2026
Honorable mentions (17)
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Beef shawarma Net +1
“A small Beef Shawarma costs around 7.50 AED while small Chicken Shawarma costs 6.30 AED, inclusive of a small portion of pickled vegetables.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“A small Beef Shawarma costs around 7.50 AED while small Chicken Shawarma costs 6.30 AED, inclusive of a small portion of pickled vegetables.”January 2019
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Biscuits Net +1
“Make sure to try their bakery—the biscuits and fresh breads are outstanding.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Make sure to try their bakery—the biscuits and fresh breads are outstanding.”January 2026
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Cakes Net +1
“From flaky croissants and yummy cakes, to Arabic favorites like Minakish, Shawarma and Sandwiches and Pizzas to sweets and freshly baked cookies - there was something for everyone.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“From flaky croissants and yummy cakes, to Arabic favorites like Minakish, Shawarma and Sandwiches and Pizzas to sweets and freshly baked cookies - there was something for everyone.”March 2023
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Chicken shawarma Net +1
“A small Beef Shawarma costs around 7.50 AED while small Chicken Shawarma costs 6.30 AED, inclusive of a small portion of pickled vegetables.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“A small Beef Shawarma costs around 7.50 AED while small Chicken Shawarma costs 6.30 AED, inclusive of a small portion of pickled vegetables.”January 2019
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Dubai kunafa sweet Net +1
“We tried their shawarma and the Dubai kunafa sweet. The food was good, and the prices were also reasonable.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“We tried their shawarma and the Dubai kunafa sweet. The food was good, and the prices were also reasonable.”November 2025
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Fafalel Net +1
“I have ordered fafalel and it took them almost 40 minutes to prepare it and when they gave me my preferred order, the package of the food was horrible and the food was already cold.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I have ordered fafalel and it took them almost 40 minutes to prepare it and when they gave me my preferred order, the package of the food was horrible and the food was already cold.”August 2025
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Falafel Net +1
“Authentic Taste of Arabic Sweets, Freshly Baked Manakeesh, Excellent Falafel and the Fresh Juices.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Authentic Taste of Arabic Sweets, Freshly Baked Manakeesh, Excellent Falafel and the Fresh Juices.”December 2023
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Fatayet Net +1
“Literally everything here is of the highest quality and tasteful. Shawarma, fatayet, sandwiches and all kinds of bakery items.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Literally everything here is of the highest quality and tasteful. Shawarma, fatayet, sandwiches and all kinds of bakery items.”December 2023
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Fresh cake Net +1
“Fresh Bakery Products "Best Bread, Croissants Large Variety of Pastries and Fresh Cake, Best Bakery Item in Dubai Town"”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Fresh Bakery Products "Best Bread, Croissants Large Variety of Pastries and Fresh Cake, Best Bakery Item in Dubai Town"”December 2019
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Hawawshi Net +1
“Hands down the best Hawawshi I’ve ever had!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Hands down the best Hawawshi I’ve ever had!”January 2026
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Kunafa Net +1
“I recently enjoyed a delightful kunafa at Sevana bakery. The dessert was absolutely delicious—perfectly crispy and sweet. The service was top-notch, with attentive staff who made sure everything was just right. The atmosphere was lovely too, creating a wonderful dining experience. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to enjoy a great dessert with excellent service!”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I recently enjoyed a delightful kunafa at Sevana bakery. The dessert was absolutely delicious—perfectly crispy and sweet. The service was top-notch, with attentive staff who made sure everything was just right. The atmosphere was lovely too, creating a wonderful dining experience. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to enjoy a great dessert with excellent service!”July 2024
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Labneh & zaatar manakish Net +1
“I particularly enjoyed their Labneh & Zaatar Manakish, which had a lovely crusty exterior and a soft, fluffy interior.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I particularly enjoyed their Labneh & Zaatar Manakish, which had a lovely crusty exterior and a soft, fluffy interior.”March 2023
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Meat and cheese fatayer Net +1
“Had Meat Shawarma and Meat and cheese fatayer Should say it tasted just wow (5 ⭐️) But Kunafa Kashta was hard(3.5 ⭐️)”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Had Meat Shawarma and Meat and cheese fatayer Should say it tasted just wow (5 ⭐️) But Kunafa Kashta was hard(3.5 ⭐️)”February 2023
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Meat shawarma Net +1
“Had Meat Shawarma and Meat and cheese fatayer Should say it tasted just wow (5 ⭐️) But Kunafa Kashta was hard(3.5 ⭐️)”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Had Meat Shawarma and Meat and cheese fatayer Should say it tasted just wow (5 ⭐️) But Kunafa Kashta was hard(3.5 ⭐️)”February 2023
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Mini cakes Net +1
“The mini cakes were also a hit with my kids, who couldn't get enough of them.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The mini cakes were also a hit with my kids, who couldn't get enough of them.”March 2023
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Shawarma chicken Net +1
“Shawarma chicken was good, the breakfast platter was ok..fries was cold and not new. Fresh baked bread 👌”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Shawarma chicken was good, the breakfast platter was ok..fries was cold and not new. Fresh baked bread 👌”October 2025
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Breakfast platter Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“Shawarma chicken was good, the breakfast platter was ok..fries was cold and not new. Fresh baked bread 👌”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
What to Avoid (5)
Food 5
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Chicken manakeesh Net −1
“Ordered manakeesh and everything tasted well except chicken with cheese. Wouldn’t recommend chicken manakeesh”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Ordered manakeesh and everything tasted well except chicken with cheese. Wouldn’t recommend chicken manakeesh”September 2024
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Fries Net −1
“Shawarma chicken was good, the breakfast platter was ok..fries was cold and not new. Fresh baked bread 👌”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Shawarma chicken was good, the breakfast platter was ok..fries was cold and not new. Fresh baked bread 👌”October 2025
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Kunafa kashta Net −1
“Had Meat Shawarma and Meat and cheese fatayer Should say it tasted just wow (5 ⭐️) But Kunafa Kashta was hard(3.5 ⭐️)”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Had Meat Shawarma and Meat and cheese fatayer Should say it tasted just wow (5 ⭐️) But Kunafa Kashta was hard(3.5 ⭐️)”February 2023
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Meat with cheese makanish Net −1
“We order 4 plate meat with cheese makanish All off them they put up together and all peressed”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“We order 4 plate meat with cheese makanish All off them they put up together and all peressed”June 2024
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Mixed cakes Net −1
“Absolutely disgusting. Bought a box of mixed cakes home. Luckily I sliced into some of them before my kids ate them and I saw they were covered in mold and rotten inside. The cakes have obviously been sat on the shelf for weeks. This bakery needs to be reported to the authorities, this is disgusting and disgraceful.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Absolutely disgusting. Bought a box of mixed cakes home. Luckily I sliced into some of them before my kids ate them and I saw they were covered in mold and rotten inside. The cakes have obviously been sat on the shelf for weeks. This bakery needs to be reported to the authorities, this is disgusting and disgraceful.”April 2022
Tips for a Better Visit
Allow time. Avoid tight schedules: one customer waited over 30 minutes, so off-peak visits may be wiser when ordering cooked items.
Check spice. Repeat any spice preference when ordering and check the dish on arrival, since a spicy request was reportedly sent as normal.
Check bill. Compare the menu price with the final total before paying, as one reviewer reported a 10–20% difference at checkout.
Choose carefully. Regular shawarma may be a safer first order than the heavier Italian-style shawarma, which one solo diner found just average.
Skip chicken manakeesh. If you are choosing manakeesh, note that one customer specifically did not recommend the chicken version.
Plan seating. Seating can be limited, so consider takeaway or arriving earlier if you want to eat inside.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Hamd Saif Sultan Building - Shop 3 & 4 22A St - near Canadian Speciality Hospital
Hor Al Anz East - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Slow service
Several reviews report long waits, including more than 30 minutes for shawarma and nearly 40 minutes for falafel.
Order mistakes
Customer notes are not always followed: one reviewer repeatedly requested spicy food but received the normal version.
Cleanliness
Reviews mention dirty floors, bread crusts on tables and generally low cleaning standards.
Bill discrepancy
One customer reported being charged 10–20% above the menu price at checkout; verify the total before paying.
Inconsistent food
A review found cold, old fries, while another specifically disliked the chicken manakeesh.
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The Bottom Line
Sevana Bakery is a bakery-restaurant in Hor Al Anz where the main draw is Arabic comfort food alongside fresh baking. Customers come for shawarma, fatayers, manakish, breads and Arabic sweets, with baklava and kunafa among the more consistently praised choices. One long-time customer also singled out the Hawawshi and bakery biscuits.
The setting has had a facelift, with cosy indoor seating, attractive lighting and an outdoor area. A review describes the food as made in front of customers, while another places the bakery within walking distance of Abu Hail Metro Station and notes public parking nearby. Prices are generally described as reasonable, and the selection works for a quick snack, family food or takeaway for picnics and gatherings.
Service is the main variable. Some visits include warm, attentive staff and no waiting, but others report forgotten orders, waits of 30–40 minutes and staff missing customer notes. Double-check spice requests and the final bill; one review alleged a 10–20% increase over menu prices.
Cleanliness also needs attention, with reports of dirty floors and bread left on tables. Seating may be limited, so takeaway or an off-peak visit could be the easier option.