Shawarma King — Restaurant in Scotland

OK but not great. After reading the other Google reviews on this place I was excited to try it out but on the whole its a bit disappointing when you've tried excellent kebabs like those served in Doner Haus (also in Glasgow). Shawarma (as a word) is being used quite loosely here to the extent that the kebabs here are not a faithful representation of a Shawarma kebab in a traditional sense but more of a classic kebab in a naan bread where the vertical spit does NOT contain processed meat but chunks of lamb or chicken. So, is it any good? Yes and no. Lamb tends to be a fatty meat in general and you'll catch your fair share (of fat strips) here. It doesnt taste bad, it just doesnt taste great either. No choice of breads here either. It's going to be the contents rolled in a naan bread (baked fresh) or bust but luckily it's decent quality. The salad is good too. The problem is the kebab oncthe whole is a bit bland. You MUST demand sauce on the side if you want to catch any striking sense of flavour. At £6 (£5.99) for a large, the portions are smaller in comparison to an average Shish Kebab at the same price (the bulk is the naan). I ordered a large chips and cheese for £3.50 for good measure and the portion size was about half of what you'd get from a classic chippy except these are just deep fried from a bag of frozen pre-cut chips from a supermarket or cash and carry. The staff were friendly enough so no complaints there either. The place has recently had a facelift apparently but the materials are pretty low budget which means it won't likely shake that "run down" look that makes you question or worry (sometimes unecessarily) about general hygiene etc. Overall, there are quite a few better tasting and better value take out options to consider in Glasgow. This place isn't bad by any means but in my opinion, the high volume of 4 and 5 star google reviews are not an accurate appraisal when all is said and done and you're left with an oily film in your mouth that simply won't go away. Excellent choice if you're wrapping up a hard night's drinking session but would I try again...

Been here a few times and usually I'd give 5 star in a heartbeat purely cos the kebab or shawarma is one of the best I've ever tasted , however today was a big let down. Drove almost 10 miles across town to get some lunch; food was OK nothing exciting, maybe a little on the greasy side, meat a little fatty in parts, and the chips seemed undercooked so I couldn't finish them; Also it's a tad overpriced. I could have had a Sunday roast buffet for cheaper than what I paid. For the volume of food i received it was about 30% overpriced. The proportions were not good, too many chips, too much salad and not enough meat. For the prices they are charging they seem frugal with the meat. Not only that, they have a new guy serving whom I've never seen before and he really needs to cheer up a bit. You know what they say service with a smile and all that. Seriously this guy spoiled it for me I almost wanted to cancel the order but I was simply too hungry and drove too far to do that but yea the price and the dull reception was a huge turn off for me hence the 2 out of 5. When he handed me the order the container wasn't closed properly and I couldn't even close it myself as the polystyrene was solid on one side and had no gap for the tab to go through. Cheap nasty containers! Could have at least put in a paper bag or something. Basic things. Sadly I won't be hurrying back. Reduce your prices, buy decent containers, and for...

I was visiting Glasgow with family and saw this place with great reviews so decided to try the King of Shawarma. Seeing the que of people outside assumed they were waiting to order but they were waiting for their order. My order number was 48 and the current being served was 32 with an estimated wait of 30 mins. Only chicken and lamb shawarma was available from the short menu so disappointed not to be able to try anything else.

This better be worth it is what I was thinking while waiting eagerly checking the timer on the phone. Got inside expecting my number to be shouted after 30 mins but order number 40 was being served. At this point I couldn't wait any longer and at the same time couldn't go either.

Oh! at last 45 mins later order number 48 was ready.

Now if you have got this far like me waiting 45 mins for the King of Shawarma wrap you would like to know whether it was worth the wait or not.

Well it was okay not exceptionally better than what I have had in the past but certainly not worth the wait of 45 mins

I don't understand what is the problem with this place either they can't work faster or they intentionally work slow to show they are more busy than what it appears.

It's a small place and you would be wrapped inside with everyone if the weather is not good

My advice is to try it only when there is not a huge que

I would have given Shawarma King more stars if other items on the menu...