Is shisha available all day?

Yes, reviewers confirm shisha is available all day long at reasonable prices

Do the owners interact with customers?

Yes, Veron and Freddy are frequently front-facing and known for being welcoming and friendly, though service tone can vary

Ara D Cafe & Restaurant

Updated 2026-07-06 · 2,606 reviewed · 432 listed · Scored from 69 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(69) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified

Brunch & All-Day Dining CafesHalal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes

Services: Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes, Halal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes
Reviews: 69

What recent reviews say

Regulars praise the shisha as premium and smooth, the owners Veron and Freddy for genuine warmth, and hot-served Arabic food that surprises even casual visitors. The chill hangout vibe, all-day shisha availability, and modest pricing draw steady repeat traffic. However, recent reviews flag inconsistent meat quality (dry shawarma), missing order components, and isolated food safety incidents that undermine confidence for first-time diners.

The atmosphere leans casual and welcoming rather than polished. Staffing friction has been noted when owners are front-facing. Regulars who have visited for years remain loyal; newer guests encountering a bad meal (particularly shawarma) leave cautious or negative impressions.

Recent shift: Recent reviews (last 2 months) show a sharp dip in consistency: the one-star meat quality complaint contrasts sharply with earlier year-long five-star praise for shawarma and overall experience. This suggests either a recent operational change or a quality control lapse in a specific batch or period.

Praised for

premium shisha quality
friendly and welcoming owners and staff
hot food prepared fast
Arabic/shawarma dishes highly praised
relaxing atmosphere for casual hangout

Watch-outs

inconsistent food quality (dry, stale meat)
order errors and missing items
food safety concerns (stomach pain, food poisoning reported)
owner management sometimes curt

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Best for: shisha enthusiasts and regulars seeking a casual, all-day hangout spot with affordable shawarma

Think twice if: First-time diners should be aware of reported meat quality issues and isolated food safety complaints; consistent ordering accuracy is not assured

Strengths

premium shisha lounge available all day
owners known by name and genuinely welcoming
quick hot food service
affordable Middle Eastern menu

Worth knowing

Owners Veron and Freddy known by name and praised for hospitality
Shisha described as premium and smooth
Big portions noted (chili pan mee)
Open all day for shisha service
Recent incidents of dry meat, missing cheese, and food poisoning reported

What reviews say by service

Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes: Fast, hot-served food with generous portions; shawarma and Arabic dishes highly praised by regulars but inconsistent meat quality noted in recent reviews
Halal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes: Arabic food and shawarma highlighted as 10/10 by long-time customers; halal credentials respected but food safety incidents reduce confidence

How it compares

Rated 4.7 against a 4.33 average across the 113 brunch & all-day dining cafes businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 25% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method

Star rating 74

Review volume 80

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 64

Profile completeness 75

Verification 0

Rating breakdown

Common questions

Is shisha available all day?: Yes, reviewers confirm shisha is available all day long at reasonable prices
Do the owners interact with customers?: Yes, Veron and Freddy are frequently front-facing and known for being welcoming and friendly, though service tone can vary

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