Al-Sham Restaurant
This welcoming Astoria spot is prized for its juicy chicken shawarma wraps and perfectly balanced garlic toum.
- Mon – Thu, Sun, 12:00 – 00:00 (+1); Fri – Sat, 12:00 – 00:30 (+1)
- $
- 25-94 Steinway St
- 4.4 (1118 reviews)
Description
Located on Steinway Street in Astoria, this unpretentious dining spot has earned a dedicated following for its budget-friendly Middle Eastern plates. The draw here is the construction of its chicken shawarma: juicy meat tucked into a flaky flatbread that holds its shape, paired with a balanced garlic sauce (toum) that avoids being overpowering. Known for exceptionally warm, prompt hospitality, the restaurant handles everything from quick solo lunches to large, spontaneous group gatherings with ease.