Miya Miya

As of 5/25, this spot, with a streamlined menu and specializes in chicken shawarma wraps, operates out of Smorgasburg at the Row in DTLA on Sundays. The wrap is made up of thinly sliced, 48-hour marinated chicken using a Jordanian spice blend imported from Amman, served with a creamy garlic sauce and pickles, and wrapped in fresh saj bread. You can also order the wrap "The Yaz Way" - which I did, which includes a spicy garlic sauce in addition to a pomegranate molasses sauce that gives the eating experience a nice sweet / spicy dynamic to the wrap. I've read about this place and heard about this place in a couple of posts and podcasts. I was heading to a play on a Sunday at the Pantages and made it a point to come here specifically to get this wrap. So glad I made that choice and well worth braving some moderate Sunday traffic IMO. I also ordered some beef tallow fries that was seasoned with za'atar. A wonderful accompaniment to an already delicious meal. The fries were crispy and fresh and had a great flavor with the seasoning. The folks here were very chill/friendly and happy to see you when you step up to their stand. Since the menu is really simple and straightforward, ordering and getting your food is pretty quick as well.

Miya Miya is a vendor at the Smorgasburg that has the simplest of menus, a chicken shawarma wrap. You can opt for their sauce, which gives it some heat for a buck more. They also have beef tallow fries. That's it for the food options. They seem to be very popular as the line is long, being the only one there that sells Middle Eastern food. The guys there are really friendly. The food is fresh, as you can see the meat being sliced from the spit, wrapped up, rubbed on the spit for extra flavor and placed on the grill for a slightly crispy exterior. The flavor is really good, the meat is nicely seasoned. It's very portable so even if there aren't any tables, eating it isn't a problem. The wait times can vary. If they're waiting for the meat on the spit to brown, then you may end up waiting for 10-15 minutes. Going by my poor memory, I think they might also sell Dubai chocolate for$16. But I was plenty happy trying their wrap, and would get it again when I'm back at the Smorgasburg.

Miya Miya has the best chicken shawarma wrap. You have to go to Jordan to find something comparable. Their pop-up at Smorgasburg LA has two menu items: chicken shawarma and beef tallow fries. Chicken Shawarma Wrap: The saj flatbread has been toasted on a grill until it's crispy like an egg roll. Scratch it to hear how crunchy it is. Shaved chicken slices overflow from the top of the wrap. The chicken has been perfectly grilled on the spit. It's so tender, juicy, and crispy. The flavor is outstanding through a two-day marinade of spices imported from Jordan. A creamy garlic sauce and pickles complements the chicken well. Make sure to get it The Yaz Way and they'll drizzle sticky sweet pomegranate sauce on top. Ordering: It's about a 15-minute wait before your order and another 15 minutes until the food is ready. At the register, Chef Yaz will greet you with a fist pound. After your name is called, find a seat at one of the picnic tables. Parking: Parking is free for two hours at the Row DTLA.

My first time having chicken shawarma and it set the bar up high. The glaze really adds to it the line is always long, they're always sold out, so you have to come early. I'm glad I tried something new!!

Stopped by here for lunch at Smorgasborg on Sunday after a recommendation from the gals at Nova Arts Salon. I got the chicken shawarma (minus dairy) with some extra pomegranate sauce + the beef tallow fries. The meat was a tinsy bit on the dry side but the sauce covered for that I think and over was delicious - I would eat there again for sure. Service was great, friendly and offered good recommendations for substitutions. Smorgasborg gets hot as hell on the blacktop in The Row so be sure to come prepared: hat, sunnsies, sunscreen, water, etc.

Sooo good. I got the Chicken Shawarma Wrap (Yaz Way) at Smorgasburg, and it was delicious. The people at the stand were engaging and friendly. There are so many options at Smorgasburg that I want to try, but it was so good that I would consider getting it again lol. Recommend!

The first bite of the shawarma wrap the Yaz way is life changing. The food is always on point and the vibes are just as good. Service is great as the staff are very friendly and understanding.

Excellent shawarma. Get it Yaz way. Friendly service at Smorgasburg. Line may be long but worth the wait