Crispy chicken
One reviewer described the chicken as tender and juicy inside, with a perfectly crispy outside.
SFC Plus - Southern Fried Chicken
Al Raffa
SFC Plus is a fast-food restaurant in Al Raffa serving fried chicken alongside pizza, burgers and wraps. Reviews particularly point to the Southern Fried Chicken, chicken tikka pizza and wings, with a casual dine-in setting and generally welcoming counter service.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
1,266 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fresh wings
The chicken wings were described as fresh and yummy in a recent visit.
Pizza choice
Chicken tikka pizza is specifically praised as a favourite, alongside positive comments about freshly cooked pizza.
Fresh cooking
A customer reported that the pizza was freshly cooked and the staff behaved well.
Value meals
The Southern Fried Chicken hot-and-spicy meal was described as delicious, with the value meal considered worthwhile.
Family bucket
The family meal bucket includes fried chicken, coleslaw, buns and drinks, making it a substantial shared order.
Welcoming service
Multiple reviews mention friendly, helpful counter service, including staff helping customers understand the menu.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check freshness. For takeaway, check that the chicken and pizza are freshly prepared before leaving; reviews include reports of old food.
Confirm prices. Before paying, confirm the displayed price at the counter, as one customer reported a 60 AED listing becoming 64 AED verbally.
Allow time. Avoid relying on delivery for a time-sensitive meal; one order for two burgers took two hours and still had not arrived.
Ask about packing. If using a Gulf News voucher, ask about takeaway packing before ordering, especially if you are short on lunch time.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Rafa Building,Al Rafa Street,Al Rolla,Near Bab Al Wardh Grocery
Al Raffa, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Freshness concerns
Several customers reported old, dry or long-stored chicken and pizza ingredients, so freshness appears inconsistent.
Delivery delays
Online orders have sometimes taken two hours or failed to arrive because of staffing and delivery problems.
Price mismatch
One customer saw a Mississippi item listed at 60 AED but was asked to pay 64 AED at the counter.
Washroom upkeep
One otherwise positive review specifically said the washroom needed better neatness.
Voucher packing
A Gulf News voucher customer said staff refused to provide packing for unfinished food, which caused a problem during a rushed lunch break.
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The Bottom Line
SFC Plus is a casual fast-food stop in Al Raffa where you can order fried chicken, chicken tikka pizza, burgers, wraps and chicken wings. The strongest reviews focus on crisp, juicy chicken, fresh wings and freshly cooked pizza, while the family meal bucket comes with fried chicken, coleslaw, buns and drinks for a shared spread. Service is often described as friendly and helpful, with counter staff explaining the menu and handling busy periods well.
The relaxed dining area and, in one review, a clean hall-like feel make it workable for a casual meal or family visit. Green apple lemonade also gets a specific mention. There is a clear freshness caveat.
Some customers received food they believed was old, dry or long-stored, while others reported meals arriving hot, fresh and quickly, so checking your order before leaving is sensible. Delivery is less predictable: reviews describe a two-hour wait for two burgers and an unavailable delivery service on another occasion. Prices are not entirely trouble-free either.
One customer said a Mississippi item displayed at 60 AED was charged at 64 AED, so confirm the total before paying. A reported special dinner meal price was 28 or 32 dirhams, with one version including an extra chicken piece.