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    Nawwar Shawarma Grill

    4.5 (41 reviews)
    Open 1:00 pm - 6:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Chicken Wrap Shawarma
    Michael V.

    I found them on Yelp and was sold as soon as I saw "shawarma." I did not realize it was at the Sinclair Gas Station or that there is not yet seating until we were there. I am glad, though, because I would have missed out on this hidden gem. We ordered: - Beef Shawarma Wrap: 5/5 It was a generous amount of meat with a delightful tahini sauce and acidity from the pickled turnips. The parsley added a pop of freshness at the finish. - Chicken Shawarma Wrap: 4.5/5 The flavor was much more simple, but the garlic sauce was next level and carried it. The pita for the wraps seemed fresh, and had that balance of crisp on the grilled outside while soft on the inside for the right amount of chew. I am not sure what sauce was added as they grilled it, but it was great, too. The owners seemed really nice and we are hoping that they blow up, especially once they are on Door Dash and Grubhub.

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    Brian M.

    Someone sent me a TikTok about a shawarma place in a Sinclair gas station, and it looked great, but would it taste great? The answer - absolutely!!! We tried the chicken shawarma wrap and the beef shawarma wrap. Both were amazing. The chicken was full of flavor and beef was tender and delicious. After the chef builds the wraps, he puts them on the flattop with some sauce to create a crisp crust. The chef was so nice and friendly. I will definitely be back for more.

    Chicken Shawarma Wrap
    Emily C.

    For it just being them two service was still pretty fast! I got the chicken shawarma and it was quite delicious! The flavor was strong and the garlic spread added that extra flavor. The crispiness of the wrap was everything. They also gave an extra side of the garlic sauce which did not go to waste. The size of the wrap is also great, and I was full after eating it. Definitely give this place a try!

    Charm D.

    Tried the chicken shawarma and it was the best! Juicy chicken, flavorful garlic sauce, pickles, and crispy pita! I love the extra time they take to baste and grill the pita wrap, which makes it super crispy to perfection! I can see them expanding and hiring more people since right now, it's just a husband and wife team. Hole in the wall, but MAJOR flavor! Also the freshly baked chocolate chip cookies at the gas station register is a must have as well!

    Less than half the container full is what was given to dip my dry shawarma.
    Veronica H.

    I got SO MANY people sending me to try this place because I'm the foodie of my group; for this reason I'm so disappointed that I had higher expectations like, a better seasoned sauce, juicer meat, and maybe at least an extra piece or two of meat in the hallow shawarma. I hope it was just unlucky me and hope as they grow they make adjustments.

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    Tucked inside a quiet gas station in Aliso Viejo is one of the biggest surprises I've had in a long time. This little shawarma spot delivers flavor like a full‑scale restaurant. The beef shawarma was tender, perfectly seasoned, and packed with rich, savory depth, and the portions were generous. But the garlic sauce absolutely stole the show. Creamy, bold, and addictive, it took the whole meal to another level. You'd never expect food this good from a place this hidden, but that's exactly what makes it special. A true local gem worth going out of your way for.

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    Amazing shawerma in south OC finally. Couldn't find a better place that makes it so authentic

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    28 days ago

    Excellent sharwema , best one in town , highly recommended , very delicious chicken shawarma

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    2 months ago

    I came by and was curious to try. After waiting a while, tried the food and it was greasy. Not worth the wait

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    2 months ago

    Very delicious, give it a try. Service is quick, especially if on a lunch break or need a quick in and out. The chicken is really good!!

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    2 months ago

    Really good food! Highly recommend ! I had the chicken and it was bomb, gonna go back

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    2 months ago

    Great family owned authentic shawarma bar. The meat is very high quality as well. The service too was also good

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    I love it!! really good authentic shawarma place. I tried the chicken shawarma and it's a boom 10/10

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    This is one of the best shawarmas I've had! Try it and you'll get hooked!! Thank you

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    We enjoyed the delicious chicken shawarma wraps, beef shawarma plate and fries here!

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    I think that I tried most of the items on the menu. Everything was amazing. My go to was the…read morespinach pie with chicken bowl and greens. If anyone finds comparable food please post in reviews. Barbonzai will be missed

    My friends thought their meals were dry and underseasoned. Most of our food, especially the falafel…read moreand rice, were served lukewarm and didn't taste super fresh. I was hoping the leftover falafel would taste better the next day, but sadly, it didn't. Chicken and beef kabob were decent. Kinda bummed how they didn't have some sort of combo bowl. You'd have to buy extra meat if you wanted to try different meats together. The extras and sides were quite pricey, too. We also tried a variety of flatbreads. The spinach and cheese was our favorite. We liked the zataar one, and the meat with jalapenos was just ok. The thick creamy garlic sauce went well with the thin, crispy flatbreads, while the runny white sauce tasted bland and slightly bitter (unpleasant with everything, to be honest). Overall, the food is fine, but I wouldn't go again. A few tables were available inside the small, simple-looking shop, but it felt a bit awkward eating there. Staff were not very attentive, but once we got their attention, they were helpful.

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    Dizzy Bird is located inside the Mission Viejo Mall food court. It is one of the first places…read moreyou'll see in this food hall. We came on a Monday afternoon. The service could've been a little more friendly. The young guy working at the register didn't say much and didn't seem to really promote the menu, even after I told him it was my first time there. I was really excited to try the food here with my friend. I was in the mood for whole pieces of chicken and I'm so glad I chose the half chicken plate. The plate comes with two sides and there were a few options to choose from. I selected a side salad and roasted lemon garlic potatoes. I was trying to be a little more healthy. Otherwise, I probably would've chosen the french fries. The dressing on the salad was really good and all of the ingredients were fresh. I really liked the pickled red onions that came with the salad. The potatoes were alright. The plate also comes with a large soft pita. And the garlic sauce was just right with everything . The star of the show was the juicy and flavorful chicken.I enjoyed this lunch so much. I can't wait to come back!

    The staff needs extensive training. They seem to just read off the menu when asked about it. Our…read morefood waited on the register for 10 minutes, prompting us to pick it up. The service was terrible, which put a bad taste on my mouth and lowered my experience at Dizzy Bird. I highly recommend their other locations. L Staff.

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    Fast service and a pleasant atmosphere combined with excellent Lebanese cuisine made for an awesome…read moredining experience. Zait and Zaatar is one of those places I wish I had tried sooner. The food is very good and filling. I ordered a chicken shawarma sandwich thinking it wouldn't be enough food but it was. And every bite of the sandwich was so full of a diverse multitude of flavors. I love it because I feel like this type of food can be easy to mess up, but Zait and Zaatar gets it just right. I look forward to coming back. Also the man in the hat who took our order, perhaps the owner, was so welcoming and friendly to us. It may have been because I was with my friend who has been there before but I really appreciated that and I pay attention to those details whenever I go eat someplace.

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    The Lebanese food was perfect. The Shawarma had the perfect amount of seasoning, the hummus was…read moredelicious, and the salad was amazing! The shawerma had great quality and wasn't over seasoned. The waitress was so sweet and charged my phone because it was dying! The ambience is really cute and quiet!

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    The food is amazing and the service is great. My wife asked about a drink that wasn't on the menu…read moreand they didn't have it but our server mixed it up for her. Lebanese style falafels are the best and this place nails it. I commented to my wife how beautiful the chicken had come out, the colors, little black charred corners and edges from the fire, golden reflection on the glaze. It is not cheap but worth every penny. Our server was great and we can't wait to go back. The place is so unassuming from the outside and beautiful on the inside.

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