16 Must-Try Shawarmas In Lebanon

Consider this your ultimate shawarma bucket list. In no particular order at all, here are 16 shawarma sandwiches you’ve got to savor.

1. Rock Restaurant, Jbeil

Tender, juicy, and always hits the spot.

2. Mano, Bourj Hammoud

Sizzling Soujouk Shawarma on warm pita bread is what we call an orgasm (almost). Mano has not left the spotlight since 1966, and for good reason.

3. Makhlouf, Jounieh/Dawra

The only thing better than Makhlouf’s unbeatable shawarma is getting a box of their crunchy and delectable fries on the side.

4. Joseph, Sin El Fil

They didn’t give them all those awards for nothing. A classic, for good reason.

5. Jabbour, Dawra

Their chicken shawarma skewer runs out pretty quickly, so be sure to beat the lunch rush hour. This restaurant is famous for the juiciest chicken shawarma, so be sure not to drip any on yourself because it will stain.

6. Al Ghazzawi, Aicha Bakkar

This spot has a loyal following and for good reason. Their toum is famous, as well as their perfectly charred shawarma.

7. Diwan Beirut, Achrafieh/Antelias

Everything from their delicious plat du jour to their amazing shawarma wraps will impress. Be sure to try their creamy hummus, it is heavenly.

8. El Estez Snack, many locations

The snack station that specializes in shawarma! Check out our video of their incredible toum tarboosh.

9. BouBouffe, Achrafieh

An oldie but goodie! This spot serves meat and chicken shawarma wraps with fresh and delicious ingredients.

10. Spiced and Spliced, Hamra

Whether you like it in a wrap or in a bowl, these shawarma pros will deliver quality each time.

11. M.K Snack, Jbeil

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This no-frills snack serves authentic sandwiches that are bursting with flavor.

12. Kalaa Chicken, Ras Beirut

Known for everything chicken, this spot has delightful sandwiches and shawarma platters.

13. Gilgamesh, Zouk Mosbeh

Citrusy and delightful, this spot serves delectable grills and an incredible shawarma sandwich.

14. Zeinoun, Zouk Mikael

Despite being primarily known for their falafel, this joint makes exceptional sandwiches and grills. Tuck into a loaded juicy sandwich.

15. El Soussa, Mazraa

Crunchy pickles, French fries, and some of the tastiest toom in Beirut!

16. KB Doner, Bliss Street

This Turkish style shawarma is served in thick, fluffy bread and is loaded with fresh and delicious ingredients.