Zara Shawarma Grill

Pontiac, MI · Middle Eastern restaurant

Rating
4.5/5
★★★★★ 4.5
Reviews
20
Rank in Pontiac
#10
of 99 restaurants
City Percentile
72%
rating percentile
Address
Zara Shawarma Grill, 304 S Telegraph Rd, Pontiac, MI 48341
Phone
(248) 934-2958
Website
m.facebook.com/pages/Zara-Shawarma-Grill/149821372159582
Status
Closed · Opens 11 AM Sat

Zara Shawarma Grill is a restaurant located in Pontiac, MI. It is one of 99 restaurants listed in Pontiac. Its 4.5-star rating is above the Pontiac city average of 4.1 stars. It ranks #10 of 99 restaurants in Pontiac. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Zara Shawarma Grill

Also available - family sizes catering trays ( appetizers, family meal trays, sandwiches, and more) - shawarma stations available for all events small or big ( call the store for more information )

Hours

Friday11 AM–8 PM
Saturday11 AM–8 PM
SundayClosed
Monday11 AM–8 PM
Tuesday11 AM–8 PM
Wednesday11 AM–8 PM
Thursday11 AM–8 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Nathan Herron · Feb 2026

You can tell coming in here that Jason, the owner of Zara, loves what he does, and it shows in the food he makes! I got a large chicken shawarma salad and it was amazing, the chicken was perfect, and he makes the pickled turnips in house. I will absolutely be back here!

★☆☆☆☆ 1.0 chocchip103 tee · Feb 2026

My first time going there today. Ordered a Beef Shawarma bowl. It was disgusting!! Dry with no seasoning, the beef looked like dried dog food. The rice was dry. I don't know how the reviews are good. Maybe paid reviews. But please come to Detroit, Dearborn, Livonia or Northville for some good authentic Mediterranean food. I spent $13 and threw my food in the garbage!!!!

★★★★★ 5.0 Ashley Yaldo · Oct 2024

I have not had this place since the first year it opened. Since then they have made some great improvements. As a local middle eastern, I’ve eaten a lot of beef shawarma and theirs is great. I little dry but flavor wise it’s really nice. I love how fresh and bright everything else. I’m a big fan of acidity with my meat, and they have a good choice of different pickles to put on your sandwich. I also love that they give you the option to toast the bread. You need to toast the bread, a room temperature full loaf of pita sandwich isn’t good. I also ordered the hummus and tabouli and both were great. The hummus consistently was a bit thin but they make it that way to spread it on the sandwich. Well worth the $15. Their garlic sauce is also wonderful. I’ll be back. And will be my next go to

★★★★★ 5.0 April Elliott · Jan 2026

The tabouli was just like I’ve had made it home. The Fatu salad was phenomenal and the chicken Shawarma sandwich was perfect. Hey Jason, my aunt and I will definitely be getting food from you again!

★★★★☆ 4.0 Ed J. · Jan 2024

Decided to try out Zara, have been wanting to for awhile. My wife, son, & I decided to try the Chicken Shawarma Bowl combo. Chicken, yellow rice (they don't have white rice), & multiple toppings & sauces to choose from, with different sides & drinks (with combo). The chicken & rice were a tad dry, & the garlic sauce was a little tangy for my taste. Otherwise, the taste was fine, & it was a decent size portion for price. The staff was really nice & friendly. We will probably try them again in the future.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Delivery ✓ Onsite Services ✓ Takeout ✓ Dine In ✓ Serves Local Specialty ✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Solo Dining ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating ✓ Comfort Food ✓ Healthy Options ✓ Quick Bite ✓ Small Plates

Services

Middle Eastern restaurantShawarma restaurant

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