The 10 best shawarma spots in New Cairo
The best shawarma in New Cairo right now is karam el sham (Cairo), followed by Sandwich Halab and zain el sham, ranked from 56 food creators' videos, how many different creators went and what they said. On these menus, shawarma starts at EGP 27; a typical one is about EGP 239. Updated October 2026.
New Cairo's shawarma shortlist is led by places creators keep filming and menus that give clear must-orders. We ranked them using creators' videos and the menu facts available for each spot, from viral sandwiches to big Syrian spreads.
Updated October 2026
1karam el sham
Karam El Sham stands out for giant shawarma portions and creative cheesy sandwiches, with shawarma taste praised in reviews. Expect crowds and wait times, and note the burrito can be very oily.
2Sandwich Halab
Sandwich Halab is a New Cairo shawarma spot with 9 creator videos and 920,230 all-time views, and a listed dish price of EGP 95.
3zain el sham
Zain El Sham is a Syrian shawarma spot winning on the viral Filler and crispy sandwiches, with generous fillings and fresh-baked bread. The Filler can sell out, and chicken can be dry.
4Cairo Caizer
Cairo Caizer turns Egyptian-style shawarma into a cult favorite with a small focused menu and McDonald's-like fries. Chicken and meat are juicy, though sandwiches are small and chicken can taste gamey.
5Bab El Hara
Bab El Hara is loved for shawarma and musahab, plus a cheap EGP 23 muhammara manakish and a big menu in a big hall. Fried chicken and service split opinions, with complaints about late orders and a broken hotline.
6Shawerma El Reem
Shawerma El Reem is a local shawarma-box legend with generous boxes, crispy sandwiches, famous mini hawawshi and praised spicy toum. Box prices have risen, and some menu items feel hidden.
7Broccar
Broccar is a shawarma-and-grills favorite with a huge menu, standout shawarma, fresh Syrian fattoush and professional, friendly staff. It suits family-friendly Syrian grills and group meals.
8Khan El Harir
A palace-sized Syrian feast where shawarma and grilled chicken earn the hype.
9Zein Al-Sham
Zein Al-Sham dazzles with inventive shawarma wraps like shawarma in panodzo and hearty breakfasts such as foul with sausage. It's a cozy new spot with fresh ingredients, though seating is limited and waits can happen.
10Ibn Al Sham
Syrian flavors and smoky meats steal the show
Good to know
What's the best shawarma in New Cairo?
Right now: karam el sham, Sandwich Halab, zain el sham.
How much is shawarma in New Cairo?
On these menus, shawarma starts at EGP 27; a typical one is about EGP 239.