Overall Rating
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7.0 / 10
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The hunt for succulent and tasty shawarma continues as always; if you ask me the reason for this, my answer would be just one term which is 'life style'. Majority of the expat community here in UAE, would crave for some shawarma quite often mainly due to the value for money and convenience. However, there are some in this lot who would also value the taste and uniqueness each sandwich has. As the customers have become more knowledgeable and picky on their choice, recently there have been a lot of posts on social media which mainly focused on the best shawarma in town. Beirut has always managed to secure a position in these posts and on the list for the top rated shawarma's in town
Beirut has been one of the top choices for quick, tasty and reasonably-priced food. The Lebanese brand menu serves every dish you'd expect from a streetside cafe back in Beirut, with a symbol of taste to match. The brand has a total of 4 branches in Dubai, namely in Satwa, Al Rigga, food courts of MOE and Dubai Knowledge Park. The latter two outlets have regular and return customers mostly office staff, students and tired shoppers. However, the Satwa and Al Rigga outlet attract more tourist and foodies who really want to try them out. |
I visited the outlet in Al Satwa for a light Friday dinner. The outlet is located on newly revamped street style 2nd December Street. The outlet offers ample indoor and outdoor seating. However, parking is an issue and the only option would be to park behind the outlet and have a 5 minute walk. The indoor seating is yet again, divided into family area and the common area. The common area has the ambiance and view of the live kitchen; however, family area is more private. Another difference the among two would be the light temperature difference. The common area has the extreme cool temperature lights whereas the family area the more elegant warm temperature lights. This surely makes the indoor area have two different ambiance
As it was an early dinner, the outlet was totally empty. This was a bit of surprise to me but thought to myself that it could be the time I chose to visit. The staff was extremely proactive but excess of something is always considered to be harmful. Their energy might have been good but the constant look at the table got a bit annoying and it even got worse when I took my camera out.
However, my only concern was food and taste. We ordered a Special Shawarma Tannour Plate and a Beirut Barbecue Mix. As the outlet was empty the turn around period was also quick. Our order was served within 10-15 mins
As it was an early dinner, the outlet was totally empty. This was a bit of surprise to me but thought to myself that it could be the time I chose to visit. The staff was extremely proactive but excess of something is always considered to be harmful. Their energy might have been good but the constant look at the table got a bit annoying and it even got worse when I took my camera out.
However, my only concern was food and taste. We ordered a Special Shawarma Tannour Plate and a Beirut Barbecue Mix. As the outlet was empty the turn around period was also quick. Our order was served within 10-15 mins
Special Shawarama Tannour Plate (AED 30) was a platter of two shawarma with a choice of either chicken or veal. The succulent shawarma was wrapped in toasted Tannour bread and was served with fries and fountain soft-drink. An apt meal for one. No doubt, this price for a shawarma is on the higher side but it definitely lives to its hype. As I chose chicken I could feel the premium taste. The wrap was simple with flamed grilled chicken shawarma shredded pieces, pickles and garlic paste.
However, Beirut Barbecue Mix (AED 50) was a total disappointment. The mix included char grilled lamb, chicken and kebab skewers. It was served with grilled onion, tomatoes and garlic paste. The meat pieces were a bit rubberish with no flavour. I felt that their grills were definitely over rated. No doubt the price and quantity would easily suffice two pax. But this is of no use if the food lacks the taste and charisma you would expect
Is it any good for the hype it has? Definite for shawarma but for grill the answer remains a no.
Is it any good for the hype it has? Definite for shawarma but for grill the answer remains a no.