🥙 Mayyal Mayyal — no, we’re not just humming along to Amr Diab’s iconic ‘80s hit (though we might be). This cozy street food spot is a full-on ode to the song, reeling you in with the kind of charcoal grilled goodness that makes you sway back for more. The menu? Short and to the point — it’s either kofta, hawawshi, or shish tawook, and trust us, you won’t need anything else.

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The kofta is the star performer. Juicy, smoky, and packed into fresh, homemade pillowy baladi bread, it’s loaded with the classics: tahina, parsley, pickled onions, and tomatoes. The balance is spot on — the creamy tahina coats every bite, the pickles cut through the richness, and the charcoal grilled meat delivers. No need for extra sauces, this one’s already complete.

A close runner-up? The shish tawook. Tender chicken chunks, well-marinated and juicy, but what truly makes this sandwich shine is the garlic sauce — it’s punchy, flavorful, and generously slathered on. The zing of pickled cucumber and the hit of fresh parsley round it out, making it comforting yet refreshing a sandwich that tastes like something straight out of a home kitchen.

The hawawshi sticks to the classic playbook: crispy baladi bread, a well-seasoned beef mix, and that signature oily crunch. It does the job, but if we had one protest, it’s the portion — it’s on the smaller side, so add a couple to your usual order. And if you’re after a fiery kick, you can get any of the sandwiches spicy.

And if you need something to wash it all down, Mayyal Mayyal keeps it old-school with hibiscus and sobia, perfect for a pre Ramadan mood.

WHERE TO GET IT- Delivery is currently limited to Maadi through the number on their Instagram page. You can also pass by their cosy branch from 1pm-11pm.

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