Generous portions
Platters are repeatedly described as generous, with one reviewer calling theirs both delicious and huge for the price.
The Great Eagle Restaurant
Port Saeed
A Levantine restaurant in Port Saeed serving shawarma, falafel and mezze in a quick, casual format. Reviewers especially mention the Lamb Shawarma Platter, freshly baked pita and hummus, making it a useful stop for a filling mall meal or takeaway.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
380 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fluffy pita
The pita is a standout for several diners: warm, soft and fluffy, with some ordering extra to match large platters.
Strong shawarma
Several reviews describe juicy, well-seasoned shawarma with balanced sauces, including beef, chicken and mixed options.
Crisp falafel
Falafel is praised for arriving hot and crisp outside while staying succulent inside.
Excellent fries
French fries attract unusually strong praise, with one regular fries buyer calling them the best they had ever tried.
Flexible orders
You can modify sandwich fillings according to your taste, which is useful when choosing a shawarma combination.
Friendly service
Reviews commonly describe the counter staff as welcoming, attentive and accommodating, including help with choosing dishes.
What to Eat at The Great Eagle 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 The Great Eagle Restaurant, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. 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.
These items at The Great Eagle Restaurant got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Hummus Net +5
“The food is great. Falafel, fries, and hummus are a must try!”
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“The food is great. Falafel, fries, and hummus are a must try!”January 2026
“The bread is so soft and fluffy and the Hummus is superb... the staff who prepared has the passion in the food industry”February 2026
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French fries Net +4
“Very tasty and inexpensive, a large portion. pleased with the attentiveness of the staff: they noticed that we took one dish for two, and put two pairs of appliances🫶 and very tasty french fries”
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“Very tasty and inexpensive, a large portion. pleased with the attentiveness of the staff: they noticed that we took one dish for two, and put two pairs of appliances🫶 and very tasty french fries”January 2026
“This french fries is good. Must try everyone! perfect for sharing”January 2026
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Fluffy pita bread Net +2
“The stand out was the fluffy pita - warm and tasty, the very next level of comfort food with humus that felt and tasted home-made.”
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“The stand out was the fluffy pita - warm and tasty, the very next level of comfort food with humus that felt and tasted home-made.”December 2025
“I bought the beef shawarma platter and had to buy extra (very fluffy) pita bread to compensate for the sheer amount of the serving.”January 2026
Honorable mentions (15)
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Baguette falafel Net +1
“In fact, everything here is prepared fresh on-site, and it truly shows in the taste. And the Baguette Falafel was on different level!”
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“In fact, everything here is prepared fresh on-site, and it truly shows in the taste. And the Baguette Falafel was on different level!”October 2025
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Beef shawarma platter Net +1
“I bought the beef shawarma platter and had to buy extra (very fluffy) pita bread to compensate for the sheer amount of the serving.”
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“I bought the beef shawarma platter and had to buy extra (very fluffy) pita bread to compensate for the sheer amount of the serving.”January 2026
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Bosnian kebab in pita Net +1
“I tried their classic chicken grill in pita and Bosnian kebab in pita which was delicious, their portion of sandwiches are really good , with a good portion of vegetables and tahini sauce , love their sandwiches ,will definitely be coming back for Bosnian kebab pita ...loved it”
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“I tried their classic chicken grill in pita and Bosnian kebab in pita which was delicious, their portion of sandwiches are really good , with a good portion of vegetables and tahini sauce , love their sandwiches ,will definitely be coming back for Bosnian kebab pita ...loved it”January 2026
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Chciken mix grill sandwich Net +1
“Had the falafel wraps and chciken mix grill sandwich it was so juicy and they let you modify it according to your taste, good portion size as per price as well.”
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“Had the falafel wraps and chciken mix grill sandwich it was so juicy and they let you modify it according to your taste, good portion size as per price as well.”March 2026
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Chicken pita Net +1
“Amazing food. Chicken pita and kids chicken strip was lit. The crisp was great.”
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“Amazing food. Chicken pita and kids chicken strip was lit. The crisp was great.”February 2026
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Classic chicken grill in pita Net +1
“I tried their classic chicken grill in pita and Bosnian kebab in pita which was delicious, their portion of sandwiches are really good , with a good portion of vegetables and tahini sauce , love their sandwiches ,will definitely be coming back for Bosnian kebab pita ...loved it”
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“I tried their classic chicken grill in pita and Bosnian kebab in pita which was delicious, their portion of sandwiches are really good , with a good portion of vegetables and tahini sauce , love their sandwiches ,will definitely be coming back for Bosnian kebab pita ...loved it”January 2026
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Falafel wraps Net +1
“Had the falafel wraps and chciken mix grill sandwich it was so juicy and they let you modify it according to your taste, good portion size as per price as well.”
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“Had the falafel wraps and chciken mix grill sandwich it was so juicy and they let you modify it according to your taste, good portion size as per price as well.”March 2026
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Kids chicken strip Net +1
“Amazing food. Chicken pita and kids chicken strip was lit. The crisp was great.”
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“Amazing food. Chicken pita and kids chicken strip was lit. The crisp was great.”February 2026
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Laffah Net +1
“2nd time we've ordered laffah and pita. Highly recommending laffah, as it's the best deal when it comes to quality and size.”
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“2nd time we've ordered laffah and pita. Highly recommending laffah, as it's the best deal when it comes to quality and size.”January 2026
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Laffah mix beef shawarma Net +1
“I tried the Laffah Mix Beef Shawarma, and it was amazing! The beef was perfectly seasoned, juicy, and full of flavor, definitely one of my new favorites.”
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“I tried the Laffah Mix Beef Shawarma, and it was amazing! The beef was perfectly seasoned, juicy, and full of flavor, definitely one of my new favorites.”October 2025
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Laffah shawarma Net +1
“The highlight of my meal was definitely the Laffah shawarma soft, freshly baked bread wrapped around juicy, well-seasoned chicken and beef options that were packed with flavor. Combined with creamy sauces and crispy toppings, each bite was rich and satisfying.”
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“The highlight of my meal was definitely the Laffah shawarma soft, freshly baked bread wrapped around juicy, well-seasoned chicken and beef options that were packed with flavor. Combined with creamy sauces and crispy toppings, each bite was rich and satisfying.”December 2025
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Lamb shawarma platter Net +1
“One of the best places to have a Lamb Shawarma Platter.. The small crispy Lamb pieces with the sauce and rice was truly amazing.. Not to be missed when you are in DCC.. Highly recommended for a mix of fine dining and fast food…”
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“One of the best places to have a Lamb Shawarma Platter.. The small crispy Lamb pieces with the sauce and rice was truly amazing.. Not to be missed when you are in DCC.. Highly recommended for a mix of fine dining and fast food…”May 2026
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Meat shawarma Net +1
“Excellent meat shawarma with fresh pita bread, very authentic hummus, and delicious fresh garlic sauce.”
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“Excellent meat shawarma with fresh pita bread, very authentic hummus, and delicious fresh garlic sauce.”May 2026
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Mixed chicken grill Net +1
“Just tried the mixed chicken grill at Great Eagle Shop and it was 🔥! 🤤 The flavors were on point and the portions were generous. Highly recommend giving it a shot! 👍”
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“Just tried the mixed chicken grill at Great Eagle Shop and it was 🔥! 🤤 The flavors were on point and the portions were generous. Highly recommend giving it a shot! 👍”December 2025
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Mixed chicken laffah shawarma Net +1
“The mixed chicken laffah shawarma was really filling (I’m not kidding) and flavorful. I was also given offers and benefits for coming back. However my order took some time to be prepared and the shawarma was a bit salty.”
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“The mixed chicken laffah shawarma was really filling (I’m not kidding) and flavorful. I was also given offers and benefits for coming back. However my order took some time to be prepared and the shawarma was a bit salty.”November 2025
What to Avoid (5)
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Chicken shawarma Net −1
“The chicken shawarma was not cooked properly, and the taste was affected by too much pomegranate molasses. Also, they added cabbage inside the sandwich, which is not traditional and did not match the flavor at all.”
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“The chicken shawarma was not cooked properly, and the taste was affected by too much pomegranate molasses. Also, they added cabbage inside the sandwich, which is not traditional and did not match the flavor at all.”April 2026
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Falafel with hummus platter Net −1
“We ordered shawarma, a Turkish shawarma platter, and a falafel with hummus platter — but everything came out cold.”
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“We ordered shawarma, a Turkish shawarma platter, and a falafel with hummus platter — but everything came out cold.”October 2025
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Falah chicken shawarma Net −1
“The falah chicken shawarma was bland, lacking any real flavor or hummus, and surprisingly included coleslaw, which felt out of place.”
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“The falah chicken shawarma was bland, lacking any real flavor or hummus, and surprisingly included coleslaw, which felt out of place.”February 2026
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Mixed chicken platter Net −1
“The mixed chicken platter came with very small portions of sides, and the hummus was just a plain chickpea paste without the traditional ingredients or tahini.”
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“The mixed chicken platter came with very small portions of sides, and the hummus was just a plain chickpea paste without the traditional ingredients or tahini.”February 2026
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Turkish shawarma platter Net −1
“We ordered shawarma, a Turkish shawarma platter, and a falafel with hummus platter — but everything came out cold.”
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“We ordered shawarma, a Turkish shawarma platter, and a falafel with hummus platter — but everything came out cold.”October 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Try laffah. Consider the XL laffah shawerma; one reviewer specifically recommended it after enjoying the falafel wraps and chicken mix grill sandwich.
Customise fillings. Ask to modify your sandwich to suit your taste, as a reviewer said the restaurant accommodated changes.
Share fries. French fries are a practical add-on for sharing; one reviewer specifically called the serving perfect for that.
Check temperature. If your shawarma or platter arrives cold, raise it immediately; one review specifically reported that all ordered dishes came out cold.
Allow prep time. Leave a little extra time during a busy visit, since one reviewer said the mixed chicken laffah took some time to prepare.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Food Central, Deira City Center - Omar Bin Al Khattab Road - near 8th Street
Port Saeed - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Inconsistent cooking
One diner said the chicken shawarma was not cooked properly, while another reported shawarma arriving cold.
Flavour variance
A reviewer found the chicken shawarma bland and overly affected by pomegranate molasses rather than traditionally balanced.
Salty shawarma
The mixed chicken laffah was filling but described as a little salty, so you may want to mention salt preference when ordering.
Small pita
One review found the pita smaller and harder to eat than the laffah, despite still recommending it.
Delivery trouble
A delivery arrived late and a spilled drink affected the food, although the restaurant arranged a refund and replacement.
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The Bottom Line
The Great Eagle Restaurant is a casual Levantine spot in Port Saeed, inside the Deira City Centre food court. It suits a quick lunch, takeaway or relaxed meal when you want shawarma, falafel or a filling platter without a formal dining setup. Reviews most often point to the Lamb Shawarma Platter, Laffah shawarma, falafel and hummus.
Portions are a major draw. One platter was described as “delicious and huge”, while another reviewer bought extra fluffy pita to keep up with the amount of beef shawarma. The pita itself gets unusually specific praise: warm, soft and tasty.
Falafel is also a strong order, with one review describing it as piping hot and crisp outside, and the fries are repeatedly treated as more than a side—one diner called them the best they had ever eaten. The experience is not completely consistent. Some customers reported bland or salty shawarma, improperly cooked chicken, or food arriving cold, and the standard pita was described as smaller and harder to eat than the laffah.
If you are ordering sandwiches, ask about customising the fillings; for a group, the fries and generous platters are easy sharing choices. Delivery also had one late, spilled-drink complaint, though the replacement was handled promptly.
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