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Updated 1 month ago Best Shawarma Joints in Kano — 2026 Rankings Looking for the best shawarma joints in Kano? We've ranked the top 21 shawarma joints in Kano, Kano State, based on Google ratings, customer reviews, photos, profile completeness, and our proprietary ranking algorithm.
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✦ Editor's Selection #1 in the city
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★★★★★ 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 282 reviews · ₦₦
74 Sultan Rd, Nassarawa, Kano 700213, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #1? ▾ Google rating 80 Review volume 82 Review recency 41 Profile completeness 67 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
Recent reviews kwopnan G. ★★★★★ — Afficent shawarma made me fall in love with the shawarma snack. They make it so delicious and the outfit is so easy to locate on al sultan road just a bit ahead of British Council located on lamido crescentHAMMED S. ★★★★★ — Best in Kano by far... I was surprised by the size of their Shawarma Medium.2
★★★★★ 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 101 reviews · ₦₦
Isah Kaita St, Gyadi Gyadi, Kano 700223, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #2? ▾ Google rating 86 Review volume 67 Review recency 37 Profile completeness 67 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
Recent reviews Adetunji H. ★★★★★ — The food was great! I recommendKhadijah I. ★★★★★ — Best shawarma and wings in Kano3
★★★★★ 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 13 reviews
Shop A12, Turai Plaza, 3 Audu Bako Way, GRA, Kano 700211, Kano, Nigeria
Review analysis
Offers great value with shawarma filled to the top of the pita for R100.
great value tasty shawarma loaded fries fast delivery delay in delivery Why ranked #3? ▾ Google rating 80 Review volume 38 Review recency 85 Profile completeness 67 Review sentiment 71 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
Recent reviews Dorothy Y. ★★★★★ — Seriously shawarma hub kn
Is one of the best, fast to attend to order and fast delivery..Dennis D. ★★★★★ — Great Sharma for R100. Filled to the top of the Pita. Exception value and a taste sensation.
Go and try them.4
★★★★★ 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars 2 reviews
Sahad Store, Zoo Rd, opposite ShopRite, Kano 700241, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #4? ▾ Google rating 95 Review volume 16 Review recency 88 Profile completeness 100 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
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★★★½★ 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 123 reviews
SB Plaza, Wudil Rd, Tarauni, Kano 700001, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #5? ▾ Google rating 69 Review volume 70 Review recency 46 Profile completeness 100 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
Recent reviews Alameen M. ★★★★★ — So delicious and yummy in a good and affordable priceSalau34 N. ★★★★★ — Orders are consistent and quick. Lots of people have come to trust the brand.6
★★★★½ 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 26 reviews · ₦₦
Taluyu Rd, Kofar Bompai, Kano 700271, Kano, Nigeria
Review analysis
Pioneer in Kano's shawarma scene with delivery and cashless payments.
delivery cashless payments affordable tasty good customer experience Why ranked #6? ▾ Google rating 90 Review volume 48 Review recency 18 Profile completeness 67 Review sentiment 82 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
Recent reviews Khalidu A. ★★★★★ — UK Shawarma staff remained the best in serving their customers neatly, they also deliver to you wherever you are within Kano Metropolis urgently.Nazir C. ★★★★★ — Excellent shawarma, if not the best. Very affordable and tasty 😋. They also have delivery service.7
★★★★★ 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 54 reviews
55 Hadejia Road, Badawa, Kano 700213, Kano, Nigeria
Review analysis
Some reviews mention hotel-like service, but others question if it's a food place.
top notch food great service cabbage rolls not a food place hotel-like staff Why ranked #7? ▾ Google rating 80 Review volume 58 Review recency 50 Profile completeness 67 Review sentiment 54 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
Recent reviews Charles M. ★★★★★ — Honestly the food is top notch and their services are wonderfullySadiq D. ★★★★★ — This doesn't look like a food place8
★★★★★ 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars 2 reviews
2H5G+2M6, Sheik Jijjani Kalarawi Street, Kawo, Kano 700213, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #8? ▾ Google rating 95 Review volume 16 Review recency 74 Profile completeness 67 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
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★★★★★ 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 58 reviews
GGC, Kofar Famfo, Kofar Bompai, Kano 700282, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #9? ▾ Google rating 83 Review volume 59 Review recency 3 Profile completeness 100 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
Recent reviews Ibrahim I. ★★★★★ — They very nice to their customers. I'm feel so been there.Abubakar A. ★★★★★ — Very serene, calm and welcoming restaurant, with the option for takeout and various other services.10
★★★★½ 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 2 reviews
22 Lamido Cresent, Nassarawa, Kano 700213, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #10? ▾ Google rating 88 Review volume 16 Review recency 60 Profile completeness 100 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
Recent reviews Muhammad K. ★★★★★ — Food has good taste and good quality foods11
★★★★★ 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 8 reviews
Gwarzo Rd, beside Gwammaja store, opposite 2nd gate jambulu, Kofar Dukayuwa, Kano 700282, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #11? ▾ Google rating 86 Review volume 32 Review recency 55 Profile completeness 67 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
Recent reviews AISHATU Y. ★★★★★ — Very nice but you guys don't pick calls ..I was calling for delivery but you are not picking up12
★★★★★ 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 59 reviews
Along, Tarauni Market Road, behind Bello Matama house, Tarauni, Kano 700102, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #12? ▾ Google rating 77 Review volume 59 Review recency 16 Profile completeness 67 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
Recent reviews Musa D. ★★★★★ — Bought shawarma, it's okay, though not as tasty as my favorite.
The atmosphere is smoky...
My eyes felt watery while waiting.TASIU Y. ★★★★★ — Home of delicious, nutritive and hygienic food. Good for home delivery and take away.13
★★★★★ 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 6 reviews
2H29+9HC, Lamido Cresent, Kawo, Kano 700213, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #13? ▾ Google rating 80 Review volume 28 Review recency 79 Profile completeness 33 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
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★★★★★ 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 8 reviews
XGQ3+X86, Sani Mainagge Road, Kano City, Kano 700271, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #14? ▾ Google rating 73 Review volume 32 Review recency 55 Profile completeness 67 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
Recent reviews Ishak G. ★★★★★ — The best and most affordable shawarma joint in the entire state. Kudus to you guys!15
★★★★★ 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 5 reviews
XFQM+MW2, Kofar Kabuga, Kano 700282, Kano, Nigeria
Review analysis
Well-seasoned, garlicky and spicy shawarma with generous meat portions.
well seasoned garlicky spicy affordable generous meat Why ranked #15? ▾ Google rating 86 Review volume 26 Review recency 48 Profile completeness 0 Review sentiment 68 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
Recent reviews Muhammad N. ★★★★★ — This is one of the best shawarma places in Kabuga/BUK area and Kano as a whole. Their shawarma is well seasoned, garlicky and spicy. The entire menu is affordable and delicious, must try if you're in the area.Ahmad I. ★★★★★ — This cafe serve one of the best Shawarma. The chicken/beef outweighs the veggies 😋😋16
★★★★★ 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars 2 reviews
2G5H+8QM, Abbale St, Fagge, Kano 700211, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #16? ▾ Google rating 95 Review volume 16 Review recency 25 Profile completeness 33 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
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★★★★★ 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars 1 reviews
Hassan, Gwarzo Rd, Kano 700282, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #17? ▾ Google rating 95 Review volume 10 Review recency 12 Profile completeness 33 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
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★★★★★ 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 27 reviews · ₦₦
No. 1 Dorayi karshen waya, Kofar Dukayuwa, Kano 700282, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #18? ▾ Google rating 73 Review volume 48 Review recency 5 Profile completeness 33 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
Recent reviews Ubaidullahi M. ★★★★★ — Great place to bee on occasions like Birthday or othersZahraddeen M. ★★★★★ — It a joint where you find fast foods like Shawarma, Tea, Coffee e.tc19
★★★★★ 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars 4 reviews
Dangyatin plaza, Maiduguri Road, Kwanar Maggi Street, Hotoro, Kano 700213, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #19? ▾ Google rating 27 Review volume 23 Review recency 53 Profile completeness 67 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
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★★★★★ 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars 3 reviews
Mazauna Bus stop, XFQX+7W5, Kano City, Kano 700271, Kano, Nigeria
Why ranked #20? ▾ Google rating 40 Review volume 20 Review recency 3 Profile completeness 67 Review sentiment 50 Verification 0 Scores 0–100 per dimension. See how we rank .
Frequently asked questions What is the highest-rated shawarma joints in Kano? ▾ Lafia City Mall is currently ranked #1 with 4.0 stars from 757 Google reviews.
How many shawarma joints are in Kano? ▾ We currently track 21 shawarma joints in Kano, Kano State.
How are these shawarma joints ranked? ▾ Our composite score combines Google rating (40%), review volume (25%), review recency (15%), profile completeness (10%), verification (5%), and paid placement (5%).
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