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    Mr Shawarma

    4.3 (275 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Felipe E.

    Stopped by for some shawarma bowls for a late dinner. It wasn't busy so we didn't have to wait long. We got a chicken shawarma, beef shawarma and a side of hummus. Everything tasted good. The hummus was delicious and it was my favorite part. The bowls were good but there was so much rice and not enough meat. But I think I would return.

    Lemon Cilantro Shawarma Signature
    Eliko S.

    This place is hella awesome & authentic! Hent works behind the counter & she can cook and she is really nice! We had the Chipotle Chicken Shawarma & Lemon Cilantro Beef Shawarma. Both were so good. The dishes were generously portioned and flavorful. The baklava was also delicious! Don't leave without trying some of these treats. The dining room is not fancy, but it is clean and functional. I did not visit the restroom so I cannot comment on it. Pay this place a visit, you will be delighted and this will be your new favorite Shawarma spot! Peace.

    Lemon Cilantro Beef Shawarma
    Melanie C.

    While visiting San Diego for the first time, I found this place and it did not disappoint!! I got the Lemon Cilantro Beef Shawarma and my boyfriend got the Mr. Shawarma Rice with Beef and we devoured it within 20 minutes. If you're looking for an affordable and delicious spot in El Cajon, I highly recommend Mr. Shawarma!

    Chicken Mr. Shawarma Salad (half eaten) still a lot of food left!
    Joe C.

    Wow! This place is a hidden gem! The food was so good and full of flavor. The portions are huge and affordable. The service was friendly and quick. I asked for hot sauce and they gave me samples of both of their hot sauces and they were both good. I ordered the chipotle chicken shawarma and a side of eggplant salad. Both items were great. I do wish you could swap out the fries for a salad or different side with the shawarma wraps. My friend got the chicken shawarma salad, it was massive, and delicious. I will be going back for sure.

    Dimitri G.

    Mr. Shawarma has amazing food. I really enjoyed their beef and lamb Shawarma and we also had a Habibi burger. The venue overall is very wholesome. Nothing flashy but cozy. The Habibi burger was good. Had a large soft bread for the bun easy to eat in the meat was very soft and texture and very tasteful. The service overall was very good and they made really good recommendations. Will come back soon.

    Baklava
    Zakira J.

    MUST TRY! Absolutely delicious, authentic Mediterranean food paired with top-tier service. The staff is incredibly hospitable and welcoming--you can truly taste the love and care put into every dish. The chipotle shawarma was perfectly cooked with just the right balance of seasoning. We also ordered the shawarma fries with half chicken and half beef, added hummus, and wow--the flavors were immaculate. Even if you're full, do yourself a favor and order the baklava to go. It's incredibly fresh, not overly sweet, yet perfectly decadent and rich. This was our first visit, and we will definitely be back!

    Double Trouble wrap.
    Tim S.

    Was staying at my Brother in laws house in El Cajon and needed something to eat. Hadn't had any shawarma in awhile, so I decided to come down here. I went with the "Double Trouble" wrap which had chicken and beef in it. $17 or so after a small tip. How was it? Double Trouble Wrap- Eh...it was just ok. Like a burrito, but I liked it a lot less. Nothing necessarily wrong with it, just wish I had gone and got a burrito somewhere. Meat, sauces, and pickles were all just ok. Service was pretty quick and friendly. Might be back, but doubtful.

    Very thin bread, breaks apart.
    Hanafi M.

    Good parking and a hard-working lady behind the counter, she's the cook, manager, and Cleaner. She makes Tacos and Falafel. Never seen that B 4., LOL The Falafel was just okay, I expected better for $11.00 for a Falafel Sandwich. The worst part, the bread, paper thin, like tissue paper, literally rips apart simply by touching it, impossible actually to hold the sandwich itself. I've never seen a Mexican restaurant and a Middle Eastern restaurant at the same counter, Shawarma and a taco. Like KFC meets Taco Bell. When you do many things at once, it often means nothing is special.

    If I could give 0 stars I would, first of all the restroom was extremely dirty. Second they gave me the wrong order and third the food was extremely salty hard to eat.

    Chicken Mr. Shawarma Fries

    I tried the chicken shawarma sandwich it's really good.will highly recommend this place.

    Chicken shawarma with fries
    Autumn B.

    A little mom and pop type shop with a very authentic feeling to it. We were the only ones in there and there was only one person working at the time. The shawarma was good, not great, but that might just be because I am not used to this type of authentic cuisine. My friend and I split a meal of chicken shawarma and fries because it looked big and let me tell you it was. We were not able to finish the entire mountain of fries that is pictured because it was a lot of food, but they were pretty good. The vibes were a bit odd since my friend went to ask for a water cup and the person working just had her reach around the counter to get it and the bathrooms weren't very clean. Overall food was okay, but portions, and vibes were interesting.

    Double Trouble with fries and drink combo
    David A.

    The food was soooo delicious and flavorful. I got something called double trouble with beef and chicken. Meet was tender and spiced perfectly. Everything tasted fresh and the woman at the register was friendly and the place was very clean. Ill definitely come back.

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    2 years ago

    The best food! The food is always good and fresh. I only come here for my shawarma! The customer service is amazing!!

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    2 years ago

    Delicious food, Samara was very kind in taking our order. The beef and lamb tikka was perfect and the atmosphere was very comfortable.

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    2 years ago

    Very nice staff. Food always comes hot and fresh. My favorite thing is the habibi burger or shawarma wrap

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    2 years ago

    The food is amazing and great. Will definitely come back for more. The service is also 10/10. The ambience is amazing.

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    2 years ago

    Best food in town always come by the service is great and there are always lots of people

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    2 years ago

    1st time here & all of the food is delish! Ordered Beef & Lamb Shawarma & the meat is tender

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    2 years ago

    Pretty mid. Not bad not good. Meat quality average at best. Way too overhyped for the experience

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    2 years ago

    The food and service was great. I got the Mr. Shawarma Rice, and it was very flavorful. I also really like the humus that came with it!

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    2 years ago

    Great service, amazing food !!! 10/10 recommend. Heard about this through a coworker and did not disappoint.

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    2 years ago

    Food was good and the workers were friendly.Food came out at a fairly decent time. They do cut up the wraps, which made it messy to eat.

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    2 years ago

    Amazing food and amazing services gives amazing coustmer service it has has amazing service you should come try it

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    2 years ago

    Good food, prices and variety. The place is clean and well organized and the workers are nice.

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    2 years ago

    Excellent food! Great customer service. The Habibi burger was delicious. Have always been buying food from here and it is always the best!

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    2 years ago

    Fresh hamburger good quality ingredients it feels like back home Iraq I got a habibi burger with there secret sauce

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    2 years ago

    The food was amazing and nice customer sevice, I would recommend going here. I would recommend getting the shawarma rice.

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    2 years ago

    The service is great. Food is excellent & Restaurant is clean. Highly Recommend this place.

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    2 years ago

    Shawarma are so good! Excellent service! Very clean, and deserts are good too! Definitely have to come back.

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    2 years ago

    Food and service is great! We got the Habibi Burger Combo and the Mr. Shawarma Rice, and both were delicious.

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    2 years ago

    Great service i came in here twice and the food is been great taste I recommend this plac

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    2 years ago

    Great food and great customer service!!!!! Came on my lunch break i work in the area ....Recommend 100%

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    2 years ago

    the food are too delicious. the customer service team is so friendly and very nice. O recommend to go this location.

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    2 years ago

    Great Service, clean area, LOVE the food. Highly recommend. I ordered chicken shawarma & the every tasted delicious.

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    2 years ago

    accident food great service everything in the store looks amazing. Thank you so much. I wish you guys luck.

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    2 years ago

    amazing costumer service and really food clean and there drinks are amazing you should come try it

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    really good food and great costumer service,Amazing tacos and burgers and fries come check this place out

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