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I had wanted to try this place for so long but had a hard time finding a time to wait in this line. When they were about to close the popup, I knew we had to try it out beforehand. My group got there around 4 when it opens at 430 and ended up lining up by the solidcore. It looks like a short line but it does take a while to get through. We got our food at 530. So waited for an hour and a half total but an hour from when they opened. Longer than I would like to have waited but it was manageable. In terms of the food, we got the wrap and fries. The fries were amazing! Cooked really well and great seasoning. The wrap was good. I would say the first few bites were very very good. But half way through I felt that while it was good it was missing something and I was getting tired of the flavor. That's was the only thing bringing it from 5 to 4 stars. I would recommend to anyone who would be willing to wait.
If you're not in line before this place opens, I would suggest to try again another day. The wrap was pretty good, the fries are skippable. Getting it with the pomegranate sauce felt like a waste because they only put it on the little part that is sticking out of the wrapper. I wish it came as a dipping sauce or packet. Also, that was the most pickles I've ever had in a wrap. Thankfully I like pickles, but even I was getting a bit tired of them toward the end.
My friends and I all agreed this was decently good shawarma, but NOT worth the ridiculous 1 hour 40 min wait time. The workers could have easily served customers faster or given people a text notification when the order was ready for pick up, but to be honest it looked extra slow to build up the line/fake hype. The wrap itself was hella skinny and needed much more garlic sauce than the small dollop they put at the very top. Chicken was pretty dry after several bites. Even if you don't order fries (yum) or the yaz way sauce, they'll give you a little bit anyways to sample for free. Overall, save your money and time... it was not worth the wait whatsoever. We observed the faces of people who got their orders and no one looked happy eating. The line is only so long because their marketing tactic is pushing out the orders incredibly slowly.
This is my first time here and it is worth it. I came with my parents and female cousin and waited in line. The food was delicious and the line was really long but not too bad. The ambiance is casual and there were a lot of people waiting as well. I would definitely go back! Oh and the garlic fries are delicious too.
The highlight of this experience was honestly the owner, Yass, genuinely one of the nicest people you'll meet. He made a 2.5-hour wait feel bearable, which is saying a lot. But would I stand in that line again for shawarma? Not a chance. As for the food itself, it just wasn't for me. The flavors didn't land, the sauces weren't my thing, and the only thing I actually enjoyed was the crunch. I'm starting to wonder if shawarma simply isn't my food though my boyfriend would disagree. He liked it, and while he's equally firm about never reclaiming those 2.5 hours of his life, he'd eat it again if they ever opened a brick-and-mortar with no wait. Also, we hated the fries. That said, I'm genuinely rooting for Yass. He left a career in finance after losing his father to pursue this, and you can feel the heart behind it. He's a good person running a small operation that clearly has a loyal following and that counts for something. The crowd was genuinely nice and enjoyable to be around standing in line for that long. The location is in a nice area.
I kept hearing about Miya Miya from friends, so of course I had to go see what the hype was about. It's basically a food stand set up outside the Edge apartments in Santa Monica, kind of like those late-night taco stands you see all over LA. Super casual setup, but you can tell it's popular. I think they're planning to open a full shop eventually. Parking wasn't too bad, just metered street parking nearby. We got there around 3:30 pm on a Friday... and there was already a line. They don't even open until 4:30. One of the workers came and told us it would be about an hour wait once they opened, so we decided to stick it out. I brought a book, my husband had his games and stuff to study, so we were prepared to hang out for a bit. We didn't get our food until 6:30 pm so yeah, definitely longer than expected. Everything is made fresh right after you order, so even once you finally get to the front, there's another 10 to 20 minute wait while they assemble everything. Also, each person can only order 2 shawarmas, which makes sense because everyone's already been waiting forever and goes all in. The owner was very friendly hospitable and appreciative that everyone was waiting for their food. The staff were upbeat happy , listening to music and vibing while cooking everything. We ended up getting 4 chicken shawarmas (that's the only option) "Yaz way" which comes with spicy garlic sauce and Jordanian pomegranate molasses, plus the beef tallow fries topped with fresh za'atar. And honestly... it was worth it. The shawarma was SO good. Like 11/10. The chicken was super tender and juicy, packed with flavor. They dip the top of the wrap in extra garlic sauce and pomegranate molasses, so your first bite is insanely good... messy in the best way, dripping with sauce, tangy, garlicky, a little spicy. And somehow the last bite is just as good. The garlic sauce actually has a real kick to it, not overwhelming, but enough to wake up your taste buds. And the pomegranate molasses? That was the star for me. It adds this tart, slightly sweet flavor that cuts through the richness perfectly. It's such a unique combo and works so well. The fries were also really good, crispy and savory with that beef tallow flavor, and the za'atar on top gave it a nice herby finish. There's some seating nearby in the apartment complex area by Gelson's, so you're not just standing around trying to eat. I ate one shawarma there and saved the other for the next day, and it was still delicious, which says a lot. Would I go back? Yes... but definitely not for a 3-hour wait again If the line is like 20 to 40 minutes, I'm there. But for a first-time experience, it was fun, worth it, and honestly kind of part of the whole LA food hype vibe.
Disclaimer: I would give this a 4.5, my husband would give a 5! We stood in line for 2 hours to get Miya Miya yesterday, and, overall, it was worth it. We got there at about 4:10 (it opened at 4:30), and the line was already insane. The flavor was SO good. The fries were crisp to perfection, and the garlic sauce is delicious. Each person can get two shawarmas and they are sooo good. (IMPORTANT NOTE: you can't order for people who are not in line! You can only get 2 shawarma pp for those IN LINE ONLY - this caused a lot of distress for people in front of us). We got two of the shawarma (yaz way), one fry to split, and two extra garlic sauces. I liked having a sauce to dip the fries in, but we only needed one. Good to know for next time! I also would have loved the option to get the spicy sauce on the side too, but hopefully that can be in the shop when it opens. The shawarma looks kind of small but is pretty deceiving - I was full after one, but I thought I could easily put down two. I did, however, eat a good bit of my second one about two hours later The food was bomb, and the people who work there are super nice. There are influencers everywhere, and there was an entire camera crew following Chef Yaz yesterday. It was pretty chaotic, but it hit the spot. Would I come back? Yes. Would I wait in line for another 2 hours? Also yes. BUT we didn't have plans yesterday and my husband and I were just planning on hanging out at home, so it was perfect. If we were trying to do something last night or had additional plans in the evening, I would go somewhere else. I'm excited for my leftovers and I can't wait for this spot to open their brick and mortar! Allegedly it'll be by the end of summer 2026 - so excited!
Just like everyone else, we came across Miya Miya from social media. We were nearby on a Friday close to opening time and decided to try our luck. The line wasn't that long but did go down to the corner almost. It took almost 2 hrs to get to the front of the line and this was at 4:30PM. We ordered at 6:15PM and got our food at 6:30PM. They were limiting order to 2 per person so we ordered 4 wraps, 3 of them Yaz way and the fries. It smelled really good and it did look good and crunchy. There is a ton of seating around back which was nice. However, we were a bit disappointed once we ate it. The meat wasn't as flavorful as we anticipated and the sauce wasn't either. The pomegranate molasses was probably the best thing on it but they do need to make the garlic sauce more flavorful for it to pack a punch. The wraps were also very thin and didn't have many pickles or much else in them. However, the fries were immaculate. They were perfectly crunchy and the zaatar spice was a great touch. They should add that spice to the garlic sauce or meat. The owner and workers were very kind. We figured out that the main reason the line moves slow is because the owner took time to speak to and get to know every customer which was very thoughtful. Yaz is great. We wish him and the team the best!!! They truly deserve all the success and if they tweak their flavors a bit, I'm sure it would be even better.
Absolutely insane!! I've heard and seen so much about Miya Miya and finally got to try it. We did wait 2 hours which was insane - I loved it but can't wait for the actual storefront to open up so maybe the lines can be a bit faster & more days open. It's an outdoor space for now and is a stand which is amazing but definitely can cause much longer waits. The food is SO GOOD. The quality is truly worth it and the crisp was my favorite! The owner is also so humble and sweet and interacts with everyone.
I saw this place in a viral Instagram video claiming that it is the best shawarma that person ever had. I just had to try it as I have been to Istanbul and tried some of amazing shawarmas before. Strike 1: the line was huge. We arrived around 4pm on a Saturday. The line was super long and people in line said it is 2 hour wait. We committed. We got our food at 6:20pm. There is no reason for them to have such a long line- they would really benefit from a good operations manager. Currently it is a chaos because the same person who takes your order is also answering questions, tracking the line, bringing out ingredients they are missing in the shawarma assembly station. Strike 2: after we have waited for an hour, the owner comes out and says they are limiting orders to one per person to make sure they can serve everyone in line. They have been serving 2 per person for the first several hours and then cut it to 1 per person. While we were in line, several people were bringing in friends to join them ahead of us and they got away with it. Strike 3: Food was good but not great. Definitely NOT worth the wait. As we were leaving, we ran into the owner and he asked us what we thought and we honestly said the meat was not as flavorful as it is being positioned and he agreed that this is what happens when you get the meat from the bottom of the spit - the meat is not as well marinated there. He also said they "usually" don't serve the bottom of the spit but because of the hype they were today. The Positive: thy are opening a restaurant at the same spot in the summer. One would hope they figure out their kinks and maybe read Goldratt's "The Goal" to improve operations, then it would be worthwhile going there, ordering and getting your food in 10-15 mins. Otherwise the hype is not worth the wait.
Great shawarma very good. Reminds me of Syria. The best Chicken Shawarma I've ever had in LA.the line is long get there early
This was one of the best shawarmas we've had in the States. The wait time was definitely long--we waited about an hour and a half just to place our order, and another 30 minutes to receive our food. Despite the wait, the staff was very nice and welcoming. They had music playing throughout the area, which really added to the atmosphere and built our excitement while waiting for the food. This spot was absolutely worth the wait, and I would definitely return (from SoCal). In fact, I'm already planning a trip back to LA, and this place is definitely on my itinerary.
Yes, the line is worth it. I finally stopped by last Friday and enjoyed a chicken shawarma wrap. Staff is friendly but I will say, some are just standing around doing nothing. Literally nothing. It takes a good minute for the wraps to be made and then grilled, so I don't know if the 2-3 people standing around had nothing to do, were being trained, or what, but I feel like they could step in to speed up the process. I got in line about a half hour before they opened (4:30) and there were 12 people ahead of me. They opened a few minutes late and once they did, I ordered and got my wrap by 5pm, so it wasn't too bad of a wait. The wrap is toasted so nicely. It's crispy and crunchy and beautiful. They fill it with a good amount of chicken, pickles, and sauce. I ordered the spicy version which had a good kick but not overpowering which was nice. The wrap is juicy, flavorful, filling, and just fantastic. I'll definitely be back!
5 stars for the food. 2.5 stars for the experience because of the long wait and how slowly the line moves. 5 stars for the personalities and bumpin', upbeat energy from the guys working. It's basically a party at the stand. That all averages out to 4 stars for me. We got there at 4:30 p.m. on a Friday and didn't take our first bite until around 6:40 p.m. There are very few meals worth waiting more than two hours for. While Miya Miya serves what's probably the best chicken shawarma wrap I've ever had, I don't think it's worth a 2+ hour wait. That said, if you take away the wait, these are absolutely five-star flavors. The incredible crunch of the wrap, paired with the pomegranate and garlic sauces, makes every bite crisp, rich, and ridiculously satisfying. And don't sleep on the fries. They're some of the best I've had and are absolutely worth ordering alongside the shawarma. I'll be back once these guys open their brick and mortar spot. Take away the insane wait times, and I'd make Miya Miya a regular spot on my rotation. read more
Came here after seeing all the social media hype. I've seen them at Smorgasburg before and I regret not getting it when it was closer to me. Anyway, they open at 1pm on Saturdays and my friend and I lined up at 1230pm. We did not place our order until 130pm and got our food at around 145pm. The shawarma was great and the fries were amazing. What I disliked was the workers. Yes, they are playing music and having a good time but they are literally dapping every damn customer and socializing and wasting time. Yo... this ain't a social event. Anyway, thats my rant. read more
2 months ago
26 days ago
I had wanted to try this place for so long but had a hard time finding a time to wait in this line. When they were about to close the popup, I knew we had to try it out beforehand. My group got there around 4 when it opens at 430 and ended up lining up by the solidcore. It looks like a short line but it does take a while to get through. We got our food at 530. So waited for an hour and a half total but an hour from when they opened. Longer than I would like to have waited but it was manageable. In terms of the food, we got the wrap and fries. The fries were amazing! Cooked really well and great seasoning. The wrap was good. I would say the first few bites were very very good. But half way through I felt that while it was good it was missing something and I was getting tired of the flavor. That's was the only thing bringing it from 5 to 4 stars. I would recommend to anyone who would be willing to wait. read more
If you're not in line before this place opens, I would suggest to try again another day. The wrap was pretty good, the fries are skippable. Getting it with the pomegranate sauce felt like a waste because they only put it on the little part that is sticking out of the wrapper. I wish it came as a dipping sauce or packet. Also, that was the most pickles I've ever had in a wrap. Thankfully I like pickles, but even I was getting a bit tired of them toward the end. read more
3 months ago
My friends and I all agreed this was decently good shawarma, but NOT worth the ridiculous 1 hour 40 min wait time. The workers could have easily served customers faster or given people a text notification when the order was ready for pick up, but to be honest it looked extra slow to build up the line/fake hype. The wrap itself was hella skinny and needed much more garlic sauce than the small dollop they put at the very top. Chicken was pretty dry after several bites. Even if you don't order fries (yum) or the yaz way sauce, they'll give you a little bit anyways to sample for free. Overall, save your money and time... it was not worth the wait whatsoever. We observed the faces of people who got their orders and no one looked happy eating. The line is only so long because their marketing tactic is pushing out the orders incredibly slowly. read more
This is my first time here and it is worth it. I came with my parents and female cousin and waited in line. The food was delicious and the line was really long but not too bad. The ambiance is casual and there were a lot of people waiting as well. I would definitely go back! Oh and the garlic fries are delicious too. read more
The highlight of this experience was honestly the owner, Yass, genuinely one of the nicest people you'll meet. He made a 2.5-hour wait feel bearable, which is saying a lot. But would I stand in that line again for shawarma? Not a chance. As for the food itself, it just wasn't for me. The flavors didn't land, the sauces weren't my thing, and the only thing I actually enjoyed was the crunch. I'm starting to wonder if shawarma simply isn't my food though my boyfriend would disagree. He liked it, and while he's equally firm about never reclaiming those 2.5 hours of his life, he'd eat it again if they ever opened a brick-and-mortar with no wait. Also, we hated the fries. That said, I'm genuinely rooting for Yass. He left a career in finance after losing his father to pursue this, and you can feel the heart behind it. He's a good person running a small operation that clearly has a loyal following and that counts for something. The crowd was genuinely nice and enjoyable to be around standing in line for that long. The location is in a nice area. read more
I kept hearing about Miya Miya from friends, so of course I had to go see what the hype was about. It's basically a food stand set up outside the Edge apartments in Santa Monica, kind of like those late-night taco stands you see all over LA. Super casual setup, but you can tell it's popular. I think they're planning to open a full shop eventually. Parking wasn't too bad, just metered street parking nearby. We got there around 3:30 pm on a Friday... and there was already a line. They don't even open until 4:30. One of the workers came and told us it would be about an hour wait once they opened, so we decided to stick it out. I brought a book, my husband had his games and stuff to study, so we were prepared to hang out for a bit. We didn't get our food until 6:30 pm so yeah, definitely longer than expected. Everything is made fresh right after you order, so even once you finally get to the front, there's another 10 to 20 minute wait while they assemble everything. Also, each person can only order 2 shawarmas, which makes sense because everyone's already been waiting forever and goes all in. The owner was very friendly hospitable and appreciative that everyone was waiting for their food. The staff were upbeat happy , listening to music and vibing while cooking everything. We ended up getting 4 chicken shawarmas (that's the only option) "Yaz way" which comes with spicy garlic sauce and Jordanian pomegranate molasses, plus the beef tallow fries topped with fresh za'atar. And honestly... it was worth it. The shawarma was SO good. Like 11/10. The chicken was super tender and juicy, packed with flavor. They dip the top of the wrap in extra garlic sauce and pomegranate molasses, so your first bite is insanely good... messy in the best way, dripping with sauce, tangy, garlicky, a little spicy. And somehow the last bite is just as good. The garlic sauce actually has a real kick to it, not overwhelming, but enough to wake up your taste buds. And the pomegranate molasses? That was the star for me. It adds this tart, slightly sweet flavor that cuts through the richness perfectly. It's such a unique combo and works so well. The fries were also really good, crispy and savory with that beef tallow flavor, and the za'atar on top gave it a nice herby finish. There's some seating nearby in the apartment complex area by Gelson's, so you're not just standing around trying to eat. I ate one shawarma there and saved the other for the next day, and it was still delicious, which says a lot. Would I go back? Yes... but definitely not for a 3-hour wait again If the line is like 20 to 40 minutes, I'm there. But for a first-time experience, it was fun, worth it, and honestly kind of part of the whole LA food hype vibe. read more
Disclaimer: I would give this a 4.5, my husband would give a 5! We stood in line for 2 hours to get Miya Miya yesterday, and, overall, it was worth it. We got there at about 4:10 (it opened at 4:30), and the line was already insane. The flavor was SO good. The fries were crisp to perfection, and the garlic sauce is delicious. Each person can get two shawarmas and they are sooo good. (IMPORTANT NOTE: you can't order for people who are not in line! You can only get 2 shawarma pp for those IN LINE ONLY - this caused a lot of distress for people in front of us). We got two of the shawarma (yaz way), one fry to split, and two extra garlic sauces. I liked having a sauce to dip the fries in, but we only needed one. Good to know for next time! I also would have loved the option to get the spicy sauce on the side too, but hopefully that can be in the shop when it opens. The shawarma looks kind of small but is pretty deceiving - I was full after one, but I thought I could easily put down two. I did, however, eat a good bit of my second one about two hours later The food was bomb, and the people who work there are super nice. There are influencers everywhere, and there was an entire camera crew following Chef Yaz yesterday. It was pretty chaotic, but it hit the spot. Would I come back? Yes. Would I wait in line for another 2 hours? Also yes. BUT we didn't have plans yesterday and my husband and I were just planning on hanging out at home, so it was perfect. If we were trying to do something last night or had additional plans in the evening, I would go somewhere else. I'm excited for my leftovers and I can't wait for this spot to open their brick and mortar! Allegedly it'll be by the end of summer 2026 - so excited! read more
6 months ago
Just like everyone else, we came across Miya Miya from social media. We were nearby on a Friday close to opening time and decided to try our luck. The line wasn't that long but did go down to the corner almost. It took almost 2 hrs to get to the front of the line and this was at 4:30PM. We ordered at 6:15PM and got our food at 6:30PM. They were limiting order to 2 per person so we ordered 4 wraps, 3 of them Yaz way and the fries. It smelled really good and it did look good and crunchy. There is a ton of seating around back which was nice. However, we were a bit disappointed once we ate it. The meat wasn't as flavorful as we anticipated and the sauce wasn't either. The pomegranate molasses was probably the best thing on it but they do need to make the garlic sauce more flavorful for it to pack a punch. The wraps were also very thin and didn't have many pickles or much else in them. However, the fries were immaculate. They were perfectly crunchy and the zaatar spice was a great touch. They should add that spice to the garlic sauce or meat. The owner and workers were very kind. We figured out that the main reason the line moves slow is because the owner took time to speak to and get to know every customer which was very thoughtful. Yaz is great. We wish him and the team the best!!! They truly deserve all the success and if they tweak their flavors a bit, I'm sure it would be even better. read more
3 months ago
Absolutely insane!! I've heard and seen so much about Miya Miya and finally got to try it. We did wait 2 hours which was insane - I loved it but can't wait for the actual storefront to open up so maybe the lines can be a bit faster & more days open. It's an outdoor space for now and is a stand which is amazing but definitely can cause much longer waits. The food is SO GOOD. The quality is truly worth it and the crisp was my favorite! The owner is also so humble and sweet and interacts with everyone. read more
I saw this place in a viral Instagram video claiming that it is the best shawarma that person ever had. I just had to try it as I have been to Istanbul and tried some of amazing shawarmas before. Strike 1: the line was huge. We arrived around 4pm on a Saturday. The line was super long and people in line said it is 2 hour wait. We committed. We got our food at 6:20pm. There is no reason for them to have such a long line- they would really benefit from a good operations manager. Currently it is a chaos because the same person who takes your order is also answering questions, tracking the line, bringing out ingredients they are missing in the shawarma assembly station. Strike 2: after we have waited for an hour, the owner comes out and says they are limiting orders to one per person to make sure they can serve everyone in line. They have been serving 2 per person for the first several hours and then cut it to 1 per person. While we were in line, several people were bringing in friends to join them ahead of us and they got away with it. Strike 3: Food was good but not great. Definitely NOT worth the wait. As we were leaving, we ran into the owner and he asked us what we thought and we honestly said the meat was not as flavorful as it is being positioned and he agreed that this is what happens when you get the meat from the bottom of the spit - the meat is not as well marinated there. He also said they "usually" don't serve the bottom of the spit but because of the hype they were today. The Positive: thy are opening a restaurant at the same spot in the summer. One would hope they figure out their kinks and maybe read Goldratt's "The Goal" to improve operations, then it would be worthwhile going there, ordering and getting your food in 10-15 mins. Otherwise the hype is not worth the wait. read more
2 months ago
Great shawarma very good. Reminds me of Syria. The best Chicken Shawarma I've ever had in LA.the line is long get there early read more
8 months ago
This was one of the best shawarmas we've had in the States. The wait time was definitely long--we waited about an hour and a half just to place our order, and another 30 minutes to receive our food. Despite the wait, the staff was very nice and welcoming. They had music playing throughout the area, which really added to the atmosphere and built our excitement while waiting for the food. This spot was absolutely worth the wait, and I would definitely return (from SoCal). In fact, I'm already planning a trip back to LA, and this place is definitely on my itinerary. read more
Yes, the line is worth it. I finally stopped by last Friday and enjoyed a chicken shawarma wrap. Staff is friendly but I will say, some are just standing around doing nothing. Literally nothing. It takes a good minute for the wraps to be made and then grilled, so I don't know if the 2-3 people standing around had nothing to do, were being trained, or what, but I feel like they could step in to speed up the process. I got in line about a half hour before they opened (4:30) and there were 12 people ahead of me. They opened a few minutes late and once they did, I ordered and got my wrap by 5pm, so it wasn't too bad of a wait. The wrap is toasted so nicely. It's crispy and crunchy and beautiful. They fill it with a good amount of chicken, pickles, and sauce. I ordered the spicy version which had a good kick but not overpowering which was nice. The wrap is juicy, flavorful, filling, and just fantastic. I'll definitely be back! read more
Miya Miya is one of those spots that instantly makes you want to come back. From the moment we heard about Miya Miya, we had to try it. the atmosphere felt warm and welcoming, and the staff were friendly without being overbearing. The food was the real highlight. Everything came out fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. You can tell a lot of care goes into the ingredients and preparation. Portions were generous, and every bite tasted better than the last. Whether you're ordering classics or trying something new, it's hard to go wrong here. The wait was long was long unfortunately but get your food quick and Prices felt very reasonable for the quality and experience. Overall, Miya Miya is a fantastic choice for a casual meal or a night out when you want consistently good food and great service. Highly recommend -- this is definitely going into my regular rotation! read more
2 months ago
The service is very slow... they take their time taking orders , getting them ready, just chatting away its more like a social event for them with music blasting and not about getting food orders out Waited way too king. After an hour and half you cant leave .. too much time invested . Food was good .. but not "waiting in line for 90min" good . I wouldnt go again.. read more
Arrived at 4:30 pm and waited about an hour to order. The chicken shawarma was so good. I got it the Yaz way and was absolutely stuffed. They only allow two chicken shawarmas per person, so I saved one for the next day, popped it in the air fryer, and it was still delicious. The beef talow fries were also delicious and crispy. The team was incredibly friendly. I felt comfortable asking questions and really welcomed. They are set up near an area with tables, and we were able to find seating to enjoy our food. Such a great way to spend my Friday night with good company and amazing food. I cannot wait to bring more friends here! read more
I did it. I waited in line for the Friday night shawarma. It wasn't as bad as the previous reviews lead me to believe. They've probably gotten the system down over time. I got there at 4:10 and from line to sitting down with my food, I spent about an hour. The meat was delicious. I had it Yaz's way and my partner had it OG. The pomegranate molasses was great, but the spicy sauce was a bit overwhelming. Don't let that deter you though because it was so windy in the eating area that I ate it incredibly fast. I'm a little sad we happened to go when the weather made it difficult to enjoy. I did try a bite of the OG and you could really taste the seasoning on the meat in that one. I think it was actually better that way. The fries were crispy and well seasoned. I'd wait in line again, but really looking forward to the day this is a sit in restaurant! Oh also, Yaz came by and introduced himself. We were too in the zone eating to talk, but he visited everyone and seemed really friendly. All the staff were super cheerful and friendly too. All in all, it was definitely worth the wait. read more
2 months ago
Phenomenal Shawarma! Best one I've ever had! The service was amazing! Very friendly group of lads and the owner was super friendly! Dont listen to any of the negative reviews, it's worth the wait, worth the hype, would wait for this over and over again. Thanks Yaz read more
1 year ago
DISCLAIMER: 2+ hours wait at most hours and limited to one per person. Loaded fries are off menu and for early birds. Purely off food: This was VERY VERY good. I'd take the best shawarma I've had, and it won't even compare to this place. There's music blasting, 6 or 7 friends just cooking up some chicken shawarma. And they are good at what they do. There's not much to say, the spice, the juiciness of the chicken, the crunch of the wrap, even down to something as simple as garlic spread, it was all phenomenal. To be honest, it was the best shawarma I've had. Great combinations of flavors and textures. If you like spice, get the Yaz way. I will say I was really hungry coming in but the wait did not disappoint at all. Even the fries were phenomenal. Strong flavor great texture. Can't wait for the brick and mortar next year! read more
Miya Miya Chicken Shawarma is SO good. The chicken is super flavorful and perfectly cooked, and everything tastes really fresh. You HAVE to get it the Yaz way...it honestly makes the whole thing pop. The sweet red sauce is incredible and ties everything together so well. The line is super long though. I went 1.5 hours early before opening and waited but after the line started moving, i only waited 5 minutes for my food. I definitely suggest going earlier because the line just gets longer and longer read more
3 months ago
After seeing them on TV, Miya Miya had been on my must-try list--and I finally went on a Friday. The menu is minimal but focused: a chicken shawarma wrap, beef tallow fries and bottled/canned drinks. Each person can only order one wrap, and they must be present. I had mine the Yaz way--spicy garlic sauce and pomegranate molasses. The wrap was flavorful, balanced, and beautifully constructed, with crispy edges and consistent saucing throughout. Not very filling, but definitely delicious. Service is friendly--almost too friendly. The cashier chats warmly with customers, but with a long line behind (easily 100+ deep), that friendliness slows things down. I'm sure I was not the only one who noticed as I observed other folk's face looking visibly annoyed. Expect a long wait of 1-2 hours. I arrived at 5:10 PM for their 5:30 opening, only to find they had a delay and didn't open until 6:30. An unexpected extra hour standing in line. Ambience is pure street pop-up--outside a Gelson's, casual and buzzy. They validate parking for 90 minutes. Would I go again? Yes. Would I wait over an hour and 15 minutes again? Probably not. read more
6 months ago
SO GOOD! I arrived around 12:30 on a Saturday and waited about 45 minutes. Worth every minute. There's a 2 shawarma limit per person, but it's genuinely filling, and the leftovers reheat perfectly next day in a toaster oven or air fryer. Definitely get it the Yaz way. The pomegranate sauce is incredible (I'd buy a tub of it). & something about the way the wrap is fried makes it impossibly cravable. Don't let the line discourage you, they said they're opening a brick and mortar right there soon, so we'll be able to get our Miya Miya fix anytime!! read more
1 year ago
Was very excited when my friend and I found out about this spot opening up. Just to mention the restaurant itself isn't opening till closer to end of year but in the meantime you are able to get the chicken shawarma wrap & beef tallow fries during their pop ups on Friday evenings at this location. Fun vibes when we went and everyone was friendly and attentive. The fries were delicious. Perfectly seasoned, full of flavor, & crispy. It went well with the chicken shawarma wrap. My friend and I both did the Yaz way which we both think is the way to go. It wasn't spicy at all for us but added more flavor, especially the pomegranate molasses. The garlic sauce and pickles contrasted yet paired very well with the chicken. Truly a burst of tasty flavor. The Saj bread was delicious, thin and perfect to hold in all the flavors. We'll definitely be going back while counting down the days for the full opening! Parking, there is under ground parking close by which is convenient if you're going to be shopping at Gelson's after where you can get validation. If not there's also some street meter parking available. read more
100/100 for food, service, and vibe. You may have heard about how good the shawarma is but less mentioned and just as important is the high quality service. Yazeed (Yaz) and Farhad are a passionate team that will take their time to get to know customers and give them a personalized experience. Beyond the fact that they make one of the best shawarma wraps in SoCal, I know that Miya Miya will succeed based off of the way that they approach one of the most important parts of the restaurant business: hospitality. Only one thing that I would change for Miya Miya is the inclusion of some dairy-free sauce options. I'm talking about pure garlic paste and house made harissa hot sauce. As a person that prefers options like that I think my experience at Miya Miya would be even better with that included. I still tried the house spicy garlic sauce though and I have to tell you... it's very tasty. If there was a way to make it nondairy I'd be stoked. Truly I loved my meal here and can't wait for the brick and mortar location; I'm confident that the food will be even better once they have a dedicated kitchen and possibly more options. Until then I'll be getting the yaz way and the loaded fries. read more
8 months ago
super yummy, i definitely understand the hype! i came on a friday night around 5:20pm and got my food at almost 7 the setup looks very clean and organized and the guy taking orders was super kind! we got the shawarmas the yaz way, super crispy and flavorful. they were a bit smaller than expected but there was a good amount of filling. the pickles also balanced everything out nicely! you HAVE to get the fries, they were perfectly crispy and the seasoning was so yummy, i'd honestly come back just for the fries. garlic sauce was yummy and the pomegranate molasses added a nice subtle sweetness. if you're ever in the area and have the time it is so worth it!! read more
2 months ago
Stopped by Miya Miya on Friday night around 6pm and the line was nuts. We waited in line a little over and a half. Once we got our food we quickly realized why. We ordered the shawarma yaz's way with some fries. The owner was such a dope down to earth guy. My friend who is Jordanian was really excited to try this place and I knew she would be the perfect judge of the food. We both loved it. The shawarma was crisp and packed with flavor. Can't wait till they open up their brick and mortar. I'll forever be thinking about this shawarma. read more
I was excited to finally see what all those long lines were about. Unfortunately... this visit didn't go how I hoped. We waited just about an hour in line, the chicken shawarma is $12, took a couple of bites--and then found a full strand of hair embedded inside the wrap. Total appetite killer. I couldn't finish it after that. Super disappointing, especially because I really wanted to love this place. And honestly, the frustrating part is that the food was actually flavorful. The chicken was seasoned well, the garlic sauce hit just right, and even the fries were delicious. You can tell they know what they're doing in the kitchen. But for a spot with long lines, there's no excuse for lapses in cleanliness. Hair nets or protective covers should be a basic standard, especially for a place this popular. Quality control matters. I might give them another chance someday, but for now, the experience didn't justify the wait. Hoping they tighten up their food handling because the flavors really are there. read more
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Is Miya Miya halal?
Why are you lying to the world and saying this place is zabihah halal? We asked the OWNER HIMSELF AND HE SAID ITS NOT HALAL! Stop telling people it's halal
Was just there on Friday and they were not there...what's the deal?
theyre a pop up until they open in the actual facility.
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