Your holiday in Dubai won’t be complete until you’ve tried a Shawarma. This delicious dish is extremely popular in the UAE and it’s no wonder why! Served in an Arabic roti with either tender lamb or succulent chicken, this Middle Eastern wrap is truly tasty. So, where’s the best shawarma in Dubai? Find out here.

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Al Mallah

This is one of Dubai’s oldest restaurants, but you know what they say: old is gold. And that is certainly true with Al Mallah. The restaurant is much loved by both locals and tourists; it’s renowned for being one of the best shawarma joints in Dubai. Whether you want to dine in or grab and go, this place is a must-visit.

Al Mallah is authentic yet affordable; you can’t fault it. Plus, you’ll be pleased to know that they serve food until 2:30am, so you can enjoy a scrumptious wrap at the end of a night on the town. Be sure to head here for a traditional shawarma and order one of its fresh fruit juices to wash it down. You won’t be disappointed.

Automatic

The shawarmas in Automatic are sensational. With the perfect amount of pickle and fries to accompany the grilled meat, as well as a generous serving of garlic sauce, a shawarma at Automatic gets two big thumbs up. In fact, it was nominated by the Gulf News for serving up the best shawarma in town!

Don’t miss out on a fresh and delicious shawarma from Automatic, whilst the name of this restaurant may not be the most appealing, the food more than makes up for it.

Bilad al Sham

The beauty of the shawarmas at Bilad Al Sham is that they’re not too greasy. This means you don’t have to worry about the juices dripping all over your hands! However, that’s not to say the flavour is compromised in any way. Bilad al Sham is one of the most highly rated places for a Middle Eastern wrap.

Fancy a shawarma with a bit of a kick? Then opt for the Mexican style. However the classic shawarma never gets old and offers a true taste of Dubai. Dine in at this busy restaurant or join the queue with other customers who are eagerly waiting to get their hands on a delectable shawarma. You may have to wait a while but good things come to those who wait!

Wild Peeta

Wild Peeta doesn’t serve up a regular shawarma. This local chain offer different takes on the traditional shawarma, with sauces ranging from Italian tomato or Arabian tahini to Mexican bean. So, it’s safe to say you’ll probably be making multiple visits to this gourmet shawarma restaurant so you can try the lot!

Not only are the shawarmas super tasty, they’re made from halal, locally grown and trans-fat-free produce too. Be sure to visit Wild Peeta to try the healthiest shawarma in Dubai.

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