ZipPicks Awards
Best Middle Eastern in Gravesend
Best Mediterranean in Gravesend
Master Critic Review
Abu Laffa
7.6
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Casual Israeli-style laffa and shawarma counter on Kings Highway turning out wraps, platters, and salads at everyday prices. It’s best treated as a quick, filling stop for stuffed laffas and falafel rather than a long sit-down meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken shawarma laffa, Falafel platter, Sabich sandwich
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.7
What makes it special: Israeli-style laffa wraps and shawarma built for fast, filling meals.
Who should go: Solo diners or locals wanting quick, affordable shawarma
When to visit: Lunch and early dinner when turnover keeps everything fresh
What to order: Chicken shawarma laffa, falafel platter, sabich add-on sides
Insider tip: Ask them to tuck extra salads and pickles into your laffa for better texture and balance.