About this spot
Farooj in Deira & Old Dubai makes shawarma the way the Gulf does it — garlic sauce, pickles, and meat carved from a rotating spit into fresh bread. The late-night shawarma run is a Dubai institution.
💡 Tips before you go
- Chicken with garlic sauce (toum) is the Dubai classic
- Late-night shawarma shops (after midnight) are a cultural institution
- AED 5-15 for a shawarma — it's the best cheap eat in a expensive city
Common Questions
Where is Farooj?
It's in Deira & Old Dubai, Dubai.
Do I need to speak Arabic?
English is widely spoken everywhere in Dubai. Language is never a barrier.
What should I order?
Chicken shawarma with extra garlic sauce (toum). Arabic bread, not French bread.
About this page
Restaurant: Farooj (Farooj)
Cuisine: shawarma
Location: Deira & Old Dubai, Dubai, UAE
Source: Curated from review platforms