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    4.0 (88 reviews)
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    Rachel C.

    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!

    Sepideh Z.

    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.

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    Alona L.

    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.

    Marlene P.

    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.

    Irene C.

    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

    4 Yaz way and beef tallow fries
    Diana L.

    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!!

    Alex J.

    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!

    Chicken Shawarma original and Yaz way, with fries
    Shawn G.

    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!

    Yaz way and fries
    Chloe A.

    The hour long line is worth the wait. Miya Miya has perfected their craft and the attention to detail is obvious in every bite. Highly recommend getting fries in the shawarma and pomegranate molasses on the side. We mentioned to Yaz we wanted to purchase more sauce on the way out and they brought us some sauce before we even got up. These people deserve all the praise!!!!!

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    Kelly C.

    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!

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    Katherine T.

    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!!

    Jeffery N.

    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!

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    Jaime R.

    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.

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    Ask the Community - Miya Miya

    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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