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Best Shawarma Joints in Calabar

City Grillz | Best Shawarma Calabar leads the 20 shawarma joints in Calabar, Cross River State, with a 5-star rating from 34 reviews, the only perfect score in the set. Crunchies Fried Chicken appears twice, at Ndidem Usang Iso and Mary Slessor, both at 3.9 stars from 792 and 579 reviews respectively, making them the most reviewed but not the highest rated. The Home Restaurant and Lounge (4.5, 57 reviews) and E3 Restaurant (4.2, 360 reviews) round out the top five. Ratings here are uneven: some places have hundreds of reviews, others only a handful, so the list reflects both popularity and satisfaction as measured by Google.

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As of September 2026, Ranked lists 20 shawarma joints in Calabar, Nigeria, ranked by review sentiment, reputation and verified activity, never by payment.

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1
Shawarma Grill N' Creamery
58.4/ 100
4.74.7 out of 5 stars12 reviews
Atekong St, Big Qua Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
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Why ranked #1? ▾
Google rating92
Review volume37
Review recency23
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Favour N. ★★★★★ : I tried placing an order through their WhatsApp business platform and they told me that it wasn't possible to make deliveries
Kohwo S. ★★★★★ : Don't underestimate the delicacies of Shawarma Grill N' Creamery.
2
5Loaves +2Fishes Shawarma and Barbeque at Etim Ekpo crescent off Parliamentary junction, Calabar
58.3/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars2 reviews
Etim Ekpo crescent off Parliamentary junction, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria
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Why ranked #2? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume16
Review recency76
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
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3
Glazerz Kitchen Calabar
56.9/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars16 reviews
Before Marian hotel, 124B Old Ikang Rd, off Marian Road, Big Qua Town, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria
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Why ranked #3? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume41
Review recency38
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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chinenye O. ★★★★★ : I like the concept of having to place an order from 10am for shawarma So impressive I also like that Ram suya shawarma is stated clearly that it is usually ready from 6pm. That is brillant. However, the one I had today was too salty to say the least. Being a first timer and also because it came highly recommended, I was super surprised that this happened. Also, delivery time from when I placed the order was more than 3hours.
Gift A. ★★★★★ : The shawarma was amazing. I hope the quality doesn't reduce 😭
4
BestBite Shawarma
51.4/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars3 reviews
Garment factory, Calabar 900001, Cross River, Nigeria
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Why ranked #4? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume20
Review recency16
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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ibor B. ★★★★★ : Bestbite is Indeed the best,, so yummy and creamy
Emmanuel O. ★★★★★ : The difference is indeed in the taste. The Shawarma was super delicious
5
City Grillz | Best Shawarma Calabar
73.9/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars34 reviews
124 Old Ikang Rd, Big Qua Town, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria
Review analysis
Extra creamy and meaty shawarma with perfectly done chicken.
- best shawarma
- creamy
- meaty
- fast delivery
- friendly staff
- value for money
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Why ranked #5? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume51
Review recency41
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment100
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Hellena Fs ★★★★★ : Delicious food and delivery was super fast!
Eve O. ★★★★★ : The best shawarma I've had so far. The hotness was the first green flag🥹.It was very creamy and filling and the chicken was nicely done too.
6
Crunchies Fried Chicken Ndidem Usang Iso
73.2/ 100
3.93.9 out of 5 stars792 reviews₦₦
39 Ndidem Usang Iso Rd, off Marian road, Akim Qua Town, Calabar 540242, Cross River, Nigeria
Review analysis
Beautiful building but inconsistent food quality and rude staff.
- clean environment
- affordable
- tasteless food
- rude attendant
- good service
- beautiful building
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Why ranked #6? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume97
Review recency61
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment59
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Francisca E. ★★★★★ : The atmosphere was good the place is grt crunchies Mayne Avenue
Maenu C. ★★★★★ : Crunchies calabar 5 Mayne-avenue: Okay, if you’re into chicken, you gotta check out crunchies fried chicken 🐔. I mean, their menu’s got so much going on—tons of options, all super tasty😋. Plus, the service! Always on point, like they actually care about you leaving happy.🥳
7
The Home Restaurant and Lounge
71.8/ 100
4.54.5 out of 5 stars57 reviews
75 Ndidem Usang Iso Rd, Big Qua Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
Review analysis
Cozy, home-like atmosphere with standout dishes like isiewu and Arabian tea.
- serene environment
- delicious food
- hospitable service
- cozy atmosphere
- isiewu
- arabian tea
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Why ranked #7? ▾
Google rating88
Review volume59
Review recency44
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment86
Verification0
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GODSUPREME S. ★★★★★ : Teary food. Wonderful parfait. Yummy shawama. Costly climax.
BTX T. ★★★★★ : I went there yesterday..the atmosphere is relaxing, the osun rice was delicious but I didn't like the chicken peppers soup wasn't spicy..but I will certainly try the ogbono soup next..
8
Crunchies Fried Chicken Mary Slessor, Cross River
70.7/ 100
3.93.9 out of 5 stars579 reviews₦₦
8 Mary Slessor Ave, Bogoberi, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
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Why ranked #8? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume92
Review recency56
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment50
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obioha L. ★★★★★ : When I walked in from the door way to the counter, the reception was warm from the security who opened the door to the sales personnel who attended to me. Her smile and welcome note was captivating, the way she gave me options of what they have and the services was absolutely great. The taste of the meal was sumptuous, the drink was chilled. I felt satisfied spending my money. I'll visit there again and often. Thank you, keep the good work.😊
evison A. ★★★★★ : Wow I really enjoyed the services rendered and the food was very yummy
9
E3 Restaurant
70.1/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars360 reviews₦₦
X86F+P7P, Duke Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
Review analysis
Buffet on Sundays offers good value at 13k per person.
- good food
- slow service
- nice ambience
- expensive
- seafood pasta disappointing
- buffet
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Why ranked #9? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume85
Review recency53
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment56
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JE I. ★★★★★ : VERY lovely ambience. I ordered the seafood pasta (take away) and ate less than half of the meal. For the VERY expensive price I paid, that food was not appealing at all. Don't think I will take the risk of trying another food after wasting some money previously. On the fair side, maybe it was just a bad day to order seafood pasta.
Bukky B. ★★★★★ : The food is good and it's a lot. I was never able to finish any of my portions. Service takes forever though and they hardly ever have fresh fruit juices.
10
Bulavaad Fun Space
69.1/ 100
4.14.1 out of 5 stars321 reviews₦₦
Etta Agbor Layout, University of Calaba, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
Review analysis
Has a swimming pool and snooker, but suffers from extremely slow service and food quality issues.
- swimming pool
- snooker
- slow service
- food poisoning
- nice ambience
- clean
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Why ranked #10? ▾
Google rating77
Review volume84
Review recency58
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment56
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Don-Caleb A. ★★★★★ : It’s top notch , I was there once or twice and the energy was amazing there, I’d definitely recommend !!
Trisha E. ★★★★★ : The place is nice ,cool swimming pool, snooker,cool vibes and everything
11
Native Delicacies Restaurant Calabar
67.1/ 100
3.83.8 out of 5 stars1.7k reviews₦₦
118 Murtala Mohammed Hwy, Ikot Ekan Edem, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria
Review analysis
Offers locally prepared African dishes at good prices, but service and AC issues noted.
- local dishes
- good price
- slow service
- tasteless food
- ac not working
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Why ranked #11? ▾
Google rating65
Review volume100
Review recency49
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment56
Verification0
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Emmanuel B. ★★★★★ : The food was very okay. The customer service needs to improve and be better.
THOMAS E. ★★★★★ : For your Peace of Mind please avoid this place, their food (coconut rice) is totally tasteless and nonsense, even a toddler cook better than whoever was in the kitchen on Friday 7th November 2025 AC
12
Lavida Shawarma Joint Calabar
67.0/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars10 reviews
Plot 96 Mekenge Layout, Akim Qua Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
Review analysis
Shawarma so good it converts non-fans into lovers.
- amazing food
- underrated
- magic taste
- loving every bite
- dripping goodness
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Why ranked #12? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume35
Review recency51
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment93
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Tausin A. ★★★★★ : The food is amazingmy good however the turnout time is
Favour A. ★★★★★ : Not a fan of shawarma but this one I tasted am loving every bite
13
Crispy Chicken
66.2/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars910 reviews₦₦
Effio-Ette junction, Ikot Eyo, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria
Review analysis
Wide variety of chicken dishes and sides, including unique peppered croaker fish.
- affordable meals
- professional staff
- varied menu
- peppered fish
- good fried rice
- wheelchair accessible
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Why ranked #13? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume99
Review recency2
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment78
Verification0
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Muhammad N. ★★★★★ : This place has hearty, delicious and affordable meals. If ever you need something quick to eat you can drop by here for satisfaction. Their staff are very professional and polite.
14
Food Villa Restaurant and Bar
64.9/ 100
4.74.7 out of 5 stars97 reviews
124 old Ikang, Marian Road, Airport Area, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria
Review analysis
Known for creamy, meaty shawarma with a sweet and spicy flavor profile.
- creamy shawarma
- meaty
- spicy
- sweet
- prompt delivery
- customer friendly
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Why ranked #14? ▾
Google rating92
Review volume66
Review recency3
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment71
Verification0
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Joy C. ★★★★★ : This shawarma from food villa is the worse I have eaten. Not tastee. All previous reviews are fabricated. I'm really disappointed. To know that I ordered this shawarma because of the fake reviews here
15
Crispy Chicken
62.2/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars109 reviews
One (1, Bogoberi, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
Review analysis
Spicy rice is a standout menu item for spice lovers.
- bad mince
- spicy rice
- friendly staff
- dusty packaging
- casual staff
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Why ranked #15? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume68
Review recency54
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment44
Verification0
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Nsibiet A. ★★★★★ : Great restaurant for outing. Houses the prestigious medplus calabar pharmacy
Eranke O. ★★★★★ : I bought a plate of beans from their branch at effioette obviously because I was hungry only to get the food and there was dust all over the cover of the plate, you can imagine how cold my throat felt.
16
Apples Fried Chicken Ltd
61.7/ 100
3.93.9 out of 5 stars346 reviews
by Fi Ekong Estate, Ndidem Usang Iso Rd, Atekong, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
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Why ranked #16? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume85
Review recency27
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Grace L. ★★★★★ : We dropped by here to grab some food and charge my phone. There are power points (not many... but yes), there is air conditioning. Large fush roll deep-fried 1000 NGN ($0.60 USDll). I got the meat pie instead, not much meat but very tasty.
Perpetual N. ★★★★★ : First when I saw the name Apples🍎, I thought it was a store for phones and accessories. Not until I saw the menu😄 The environment is clean and attractive, their services are okay, quality of food is nice and very affordable. There's a variety of food to choose from. Their staff are nice
17
Tata Fish
59.6/ 100
3.73.7 out of 5 stars870 reviews₦₦
Atekong St, Atekong, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
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Why ranked #17? ▾
Google rating60
Review volume98
Review recency1
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment65
Verification0
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18
De Sauce Rooftop
58.1/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars99 reviews
92 Murtala Mohammed Hwy, Ikot Ekan Edem, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
Review analysis
Rooftop venue with a popular food spot (Munchies and Shakes) in the compound.
- good dj
- nice waiter
- great aesthetics
- amazing food
- limited beer options
- good ambiance
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Why ranked #18? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume67
Review recency4
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment78
Verification0
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Joy O. ★★★★★ : The ambiance, music, food, customer service were just amazing ❤️
19
Obua Crispy Chicken
54.5/ 100
4.74.7 out of 5 stars3 reviews
X8MJ+XR4, Old Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
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Why ranked #19? ▾
Google rating92
Review volume20
Review recency24
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
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Emmanuel E. ★★★★★ : A very beautiful place to eat delicious meals.
20
Fiesta Fries
47.6/ 100
3.33.3 out of 5 stars137 reviews
105 Ndidem Usang Iso Rd, Atekong, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria
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Why ranked #20? ▾
Google rating40
Review volume71
Review recency53
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
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Brendan J. ★★★★★ : This is one of the best places to be in Calabar. It's situated at the heart of Marian just by Atekong junction. It has clean scenarios and great view of the bus roads down the front. Great service and nice dishes and drinks. I really recommend.
Sho ★★★★★ : It doesn't exist anymore. Has been closed down for over 4 years.

What the data shows for shawarma joints in Calabar

Counted from every shawarma joints ranked in Calabar, Cross River State, not only the ones shown above.

Ranked: 20
With 5+ reviews: 17
Rated 4.5 or higher: 8
Median reviews: 104
Phone listed: 18 of 20
Opening hours listed: 19 of 20

17 of the 20 shawarma joints ranked in Calabar have five or more Google reviews, and between them they carry 6,442 reviews.

Of the 20, 8 score 4.5 or higher, 6 sit between 4.0 and 4.4 and 6 are below 4.0.

The median shawarma joints here has 104 reviews.

Native Delicacies Restaurant Calabar has the most, 1,685 at 3.8, followed by Crispy Chicken (910) and Tata Fish (870).

18 list a phone number, 4 a website and 19 opening hours; 19 have a photo on file.

On Google's price scale 7 are marked inexpensive or moderate; the other 13 carry no price marker.

Across the 24 Nigerian cities where Ranked publishes shawarma joints, the median city lists 18; Calabar has 20, more than the median.

The most recent Google review we hold for this set is from May 2026.

Source: Ranked directory database, counted at publish time. Full statistics.

Frequently asked questions

Which shawarma joint in Calabar has the highest rating?

City Grillz | Best Shawarma Calabar has a 5.0 rating from 34 reviews, the highest in this set. The Home Restaurant and Lounge follows at 4.5 from 57 reviews. No other joint in the top five exceeds 4.2.

How many shawarma joints are listed for Calabar?

Ranked currently lists 20 shawarma joints in Calabar, Cross River State. The top five are City Grillz, two Crunchies Fried Chicken branches, The Home Restaurant and Lounge, and E3 Restaurant.

Why do some places have hundreds of reviews but lower ratings?

Crunchies Fried Chicken at Ndidem Usang Iso has 792 reviews and a 3.9 rating, while the Mary Slessor branch has 579 reviews and also 3.9. These are the most reviewed in the set, but their ratings are lower than City Grillz's 5.0 from 34 reviews. A higher review count does not guarantee a higher score.

What does a 5.0 rating with 34 reviews mean?

A 5.0 from 34 reviews is a strong average, but it is not the same as a rating based on hundreds of reviews. It indicates that all or nearly all reviewers so far gave five stars. With a smaller sample, the score could change as more people review.

How does Ranked order these shawarma joints?

Ranked orders the list using Google ratings and review counts, among other factors. The exact formula is not public, but the top placement reflects a combination of high rating and review volume. City Grillz leads here because it has the highest rating with a meaningful number of reviews.

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