Made a visit with some friends who are true shawarma connoisseurs. They highly recommend Al Shami as the best shawarmas in the Houston area. We ordered ahead by phone since our regulars knew the wait can be long. We picked up our order right away and ate by our car since there are no tables in this food truck park. I ordered a chicken shawarma with fries (Chicken Arabi). It comes with a shawarma cut into smaller slices, fries, coleslaw, and garlic and mayo sauces. The flatbread was well crisped. The fries were basic but tasty fries. The chicken was a bit dry but paired well with the garlic sauce and pickles. There are a ton of other food trucks in this area (mostly Middle Eastern cuisine) and dessert options. Parking is the most challenging aspect of eating here. The side of the narrow street is the only option without getting towed. read more

We ordered delivery from Al Shami and we were disappointed. The beef shawarma sandwich was chewy. The fried kibbeh was the best thing we tried. The chicken and rice plate was very chewy, not what we expected, it was supposed to come with french fries, those didn't make the trip to our house. We won't get delivery from here again but we may give it one more try in person. read more

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Called in the order about 20 minutes before we got there (we were on our way back from IAH) said we wanted 2 double beef arabi. He kept asking if we wanted the sandwich or the shawarma. We thought we were good. Get there and he says ok 5 more minutes. 5 minutes turned to 10 I get my order feels a little light I got charged $35 with tax and tip. Then I asked if this was a double arabi beef he said yes we look it's a single in each box. I explained again our order, he said 5 minutes which turned into almost 35. After which I got 2 doubles and had to pay $25.99 So the portion size was fine. The bread was a combination of soggy crispy and burned. Meat that is usually crispy and flavorful was kinda boiled beef tasting. I'm not the person that is fighting with staff that doesn't get paid enough to deal with jerks. So it is what it is but I won't be going back read more

Al Shami - Mediterranean Near Me - Houston, Texas

Was recommended to come here by a friend. She said this reminds her closest to home. She was not wrong on how tasty the meat and was flavorful and tender. read more

I came after hearing so many great things about the food and I'm really glad I got to try it. I got the halabi mix, and adana kabab sandwich, and a beef tikka skewer. The halabi mix was overall very tasty. The beef was really moist and tender and the garlic sauce and shami sauce really complemented the meat. I also liked the coleslaw to add some freshness and acidity to the meal. Unfortunately, the chicken was really dry and some parts were hard to chew and the fries were also quite soggy. I will take into consideration that we did get the food to go and so that might have affected the fries. (5.5/10) The adana kabab sandwhich was super flavorful. The beef was well seasoned and tender, the bread was thin and really soft, and the sauce and veggies really completed the meal. I would definitely order this again. (7.5/10) The beef tikka skewer was the stand out dish. The beef was so tender and you could really taste the smoke from the grill as well as the tasty seasoning. I would order two of these the next time I am here. (8/10) Something to note is that all of there locations currently are food trucks and at this food truck lot there are no tables to eat outside. That being said you can also call and order ahead so that you don't need to wait in the heat. We had to wait about 20 minutes for our order. I would come back to try new items. read more

Not too Shabby. But it is too Shami, if you can be such a thing. Absolutely delicious kebabs and wraps and some of the most delicious items available from a food truck in Houston. It's a Middle Eastern food truck and it's absolutely wonderful. It's part of the large Middle Eastern food truck Park on Westheimer so there are lots of great options here but this is actually one of the best ones. Big Chef is my fave, which is Turkish mainly, and this one is a close second at the moment since a couple of the other great ones disappeared. Get the Adana, I love it. The shawarma is delicious too! Open very very late which is also a massive selling point. read more

Al Shami - Fool me once, shami on me - Mediterranean Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Always hits the spot late at night. Anything on the menu can't go wrong with it. You recommend to anybody. read more

Al Shami - Mediterranean Near Me - Houston, Texas

Can be good, can be bad, depends on the day, time, or staff. Unfortunately like most trucks in this area, quality is all over the place. I have tried multiple times the chicken shawarma arabi, once it was pretty good (good garlic sauce, juicy chicken, and fresh fries), other 2 times were dry chicken in a sloppy sandwich. I also tried the beef arabi multiple times, once it was juicy and correctly seasoned, yesterday it was dryer than a desert (very sure it was not cooked the same day) served with what seems like expired pink sauce and close to expired coleslaw. The only good part about yesterday's meal was the fries. Finally, I've tried the grilled mix plate... and that was one time but based on that I think they should stick to shawarma. Service usually all over the place, expect a wait time of 15-30 mins for orders. I think I am personally done trying this place, it's like flipping a 20 dollar coin every time, but if you do want to try it, I'd say go on a Saturday about 2 hrs after they open. read more

Do not go here! Terrible service... very slow, slow slower than usual. Because I always see him talking with each other in their own language and they forget about the orders. Also, sometimes they put fries instead of rice in my order instead of just canceling it when they run out of rice. I'd rather have them cancel the order instead of putting fries and not telling me. That's super unprofessional. Do not go here unless you mind the read more

This food truck stays busy. Always a good sign. We've enjoyed both the beef and chicken shawarmas and the adena kabab sandwich. The food is comparable to Abu Omar. I appreciate the affordability of this place, most sandwiches are under $10. solid option for lunch! read more

Al Shami - Beef Shawrma Arabi - Mediterranean Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Outstanding Simply excellent. Service by Muhammad at the counter superb. Excellent Adana kabab. read more

I enjoyed the flavor of the food, but to be honest, it wasn't worth the cost. I paid around $50 for 2 small beef sandwiches and had to wait in line to get them. You can find similar sandwiches at any Mediterranean restaurant for a much lower price and with better seating options. read more

The meat felt hard to chew. I had extreme nausea after I ate the chicken shawarma wrap I ordered, and strong sprouts. Why do they find it difficult to grill the meat enough and use mayo that is not expired?? read more

Huge fan of shawarma, and I have to say this may be the best Shwarma in the city of Houston. The flavorful beef Shwarma is very tender and not dry. It has all flavors hitting throughout each bite. Comes with side veggies and garlic sauce. What more do you need? Must place to try! read more

Al Shami - Beef Shawrma Arabi - Mediterranean Near Me - Houston, Texas

I've eaten shwarma all over the world. This place strives for mediocrity. I also got a distinct feeling that since I didn't look Middle Eastern that my patronage was more of a nuisance than that of a welcome paying customer. read more

I am from Damascus, Syria and a frequent traveler and this is the most authentic shawarma in ALL OF AMERICA. The chicken is perfectly seasoned, the garlic sauce is perfectly emulsified, and the wrap itself is nicer and seared. The workers are nice and try to be as quick as they can considering the volume of food they put out. And it is a food truck so the environment is wholesome, which is what you expect for a perfect street food experience. read more

Al Shami - Chicken Shawarma - Mediterranean Near Me - Houston, Texas

This is the best shawarma in Houston !!!!!!! This is the place to hit up for a late night crave or just because your hungry.10/10 recommend. The ambiance is very welcoming and the staff provides good customer service. It was my first time eating Mediterranean food and Ali was nice enough to explain the menu to me. Affordable prices for the amount of food. Beef shawarma is my favorite:) read more

The chicken shawarma is probably the best item on the menu and its cooked perfectly! Service is very kind, and family friendly unlike some foodtrucks i would rate 10 stars if i could! read more

Wow this Shawarma is the best I have had in so long. I highly recommend this place. Their service is amazing.

Top notch shawarma spot. Food was great. Fast service. They had some outdoor seating but I got take out. The Turkish flavors here definitely stand out. Yummy read more

The employees are so rude and disrespectful. He wouldn't look into your eyes while taking the order, instead he texts on the phone and after waiting half an hour for my order, he gives you wrong stuff and starts being very argumentative. Good luck running the business with customer service like this read more

We go to the one on Westheimer and love it. Great food and the staff is super nice. Try the grilled kibbe.

Al Shami has the best adana shawarma and beef shawarma I've had so far. Shawarma places usually never have good beef shawarma but Al-Shami is the first shawarma place that has great beef shawarma here in Houston. Al-Mankal grill still has the best Chicken shawarma but Al-Shami has the best beef & adana shawarma. The service is great and it's a food truck so the ambience depends on the weather. They do have a shortage of parking though so if you go here try to carpool. read more

10/10 best shawarma in Houston!!! I drive almost an hour to eat here. You won't be disappointed, the service is incredible, food is extraordinary read more

How is this possible? how can this place only have 4 reviews? the best shawarma i've had in houston! the food is amazing and the service is great! read more

Best Arabi food truck in Houston. The shish tawook is the best. Must try! It will transport you back overseas if not to a better place.

Al Shami is a very tasty spot located in Houston mixed with many other Mediterranean and flavorful food trucks. My friend and I decided to try out their shawarmas as she was missing the food from back home. As soon as we took our first bite it was extremely tasty, the chicken was just right, nothing was too overpowering and my friend felt like she was back home in Syria. I definitely recommend eating here. The staff were also very helpful and friendly when asking them to describe the different options they offered in terms of shawarma plates. If you are ever around the area, I highly recommend stopping by Al Shami to grab a tasty shawarma. I personally really enjoyed the Chicken Shawarma Arabi which comes with friends and pickled veggies! read more

The best Chicken Shawarma Sandwich I've ever had!!! Ali took great care of me, can't wait to come back soon!!! Highly recommend Al Shami to those who want a good Shawarma Sando!!! read more

This shawarma is like eating it back in Beirut or Damascus. There is no other shawarma that can get better. Must try if you are in Houston for sure! read more

Was in the area and saw the food truck yard, so I swung in to check it out. So glad I did. The food was absolutely delicious (#4). I ate it while driving and had to stop myself from turning the car around and going back for more. The staff were polite and welcoming. I highly recommend it. I will be back. read more

Small portions! Paid $20 and not even full. What a waste of money! The workers are so rude. Not clean. I will never come back.

Their Shawarma and Adana are the best in town. We have been to Hwy 6 and Voss location I don't know how many times. They are always kind and best service and food quality. Try it if you haven't already. read more

We had a beef shawarma and a chicken shawarma (sandwich only). Good quality, tasty, but we've had better. Phoenicia is the star for shawarma. read more

Food amazing employees amazing drinks amazing one of of not the best restaurants I've tried

The food was ok,I believe they can improve it a little bit to get it to 5 stars review.

I've been here twice now and still one of the best shawarma I've ever had. Highly recommend!