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There's an entire menu dedicated to tea Don't miss out on the opportunity to drink freshly brewed tea. When I mean fresh, I'm talking the man behind the counter was actually ripping tea leaves off of a branch to put into the kettle.
We were floored by the rich flavors in the house special "Alandalucia" (con leche) and the Green Tea with Mint. The first one was a complex blend of spices that were perfectly balanced out by the sweetness of the milk. The mint in the Green Tea was sharp and so refreshing.
We paired our tea with some baklava which was a little more solid than what we're used to, but the hot tea melted it down in our mouths. Highly recommend the combo!
The service was amazing. Even though we came in at 1 at night, the owner greeted us with a smile and a "salaam". He made everything for us fresh, didn't charge us for the baklava, didn't become frustrated with the language barrier, and even offered us a glass cup to take home our leftover tea in.
I definitely want to come back here to try ALL of their delicious looking food.
Shawarma...the word conjures up mouthwatering images of giant pieces of perfectly seasoned, juicy, and succulent meats slowly spinning and roasting.
After a full week in Spain, I needed a brief break from Spanish food. I ordered the cheapest thing on the menu: Kebab Clasico for a mere €3. This wrap was filled was tasty chicken shawarma mixed with fresh vegetables,spices, and a creamy yogurt sauce...delicious and filling! There are -many other tasty things on the menu, even burgers for your boring non-foodie travel mates.
The owners definitely put in a lot of effort with the decor, making it look like your eating inside a Moorish palace, despite spending only €3 for your late lunch.
I've been to Granada twice, and both times I ended up back at the Shawarma King (or it's sister restaurant across the street -- El Taj Halal). If you're looking for Moroccan food, this is the place to go. While they do offer a variety of cuisines (like delicious chicken tikka masala), the Moroccan food is far better than what I've found at restaurants in the Albaicin quarter. The portions are large and reasonably priced and the food is flavorful and authentic. I recommend the Taj Halal Shawarma (watch out, it's very spicy), split pea soup, and Fish Tajin. Hummus is also fresh and well-seasoned.
While the food was great, it's the baklava that really took the cake. This stuff was borderline addictive. They're all made in-house and with honey (not sugar syrup). Don't miss out on them!
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