Chicka Ciao’s
Quick info
About Chicka Ciao’s
On Bread St in Edinburgh, Chicka Ciao's is a kebab shop serving halal meat across its menu. The shawarma range covers chicken and cheese shawarma, chicken shawarma kebab, and mixed shawarma, alongside lamb doner and durum, typically built with lettuce, tomato, onion, garlic sauce, and a choice of salad. Peri chips and regular chips round out the sides. A printed menu is posted in the shop, and orders are taken on a walk-in basis with no reservations. It opens daily, evenings only. Regular customers can pick up a membership card for repeat visits.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- DietaryServes vegetarian dishes
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken shawarma, lamb doner kebab, peri chips and mixed shwarma.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken shawarma, lamb doner kebab, peri chips and mixed shwarma.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers consistently point to the chicken shawarma and lamb doner as the draw, praising tender, hot, fresh meat and generous portions, often paired with garlic sauce and chips or peri chips. Close behind, the mixed shawarma and durum get called out for neatly packed, grilled fillings and good bread quality, and one diner highlights the chicken box and halal kebabs as strong value for money. Several mention the staff being friendly and welcoming, with a few noting they were given a special price or treated like regulars, and one reviewer references a membership card. Late-night visits, including a Christmas night takeout order, are described as still fresh and carefully prepared. No recurring complaints appear across these reviews. Multiple reviewers say they'll return or call it their preferred kebab shop in Edinburgh, and several explicitly recommend it to others.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers consistently point to the chicken shawarma and lamb doner as the draw, praising tender, hot, fresh meat and generous portions, often paired with garlic sauce and chips or peri chips. Close behind, the mixed shawarma and durum get called out for neatly packed, grilled fillings and good bread quality, and one diner highlights the chicken box and halal kebabs as strong value for money. Several mention the staff being friendly and welcoming, with a few noting they were given a special price or treated like regulars, and one reviewer references a membership card. Late-night visits, including a Christmas night takeout order, are described as still fresh and carefully prepared. No recurring complaints appear across these reviews. Multiple reviewers say they'll return or call it their preferred kebab shop in Edinburgh, and several explicitly recommend it to others.
Featured reviews
- Mairi McArthur
“Best kebab I’ve ever eaten & I’ve had a few up & down the country! I went for the regular lamb doner with salad, cheese & garlic sauce, peri chips & can of irn-bru delicious & generous portion. 😋 Guys were gentlemen & gave me a special price! I will be back 5 star ⭐️”
- Chris Pyhtila
“I really enjoyed coming here. And loved the food. I had a Mixed Shwarma and all the contents were neatly placed in the pita and grilled. The staff go above and beyond to be friendly and ask questions so they can make what you will enjoy.”
- Danielle Horton
“We came here for a late dinner with our kids. It was so delicious. Everyone was happy with the food and customer service. Highly recommend.”
- Cristina White
“One of the best durums I’ve ever had! The quality of the bread and the meat was amazing! The guy who served us was very polite and the prize was good for Edimburgh. Totally worth it!!”
- beth mayfield
“Loved my chicken shawarma kebab the chicken was tender and tasty, great flavour, had it with just lettuce, tomato and onion with garlic sauce. Was hot, tasty and fresh. Really enjoyed it. And great value. The guys working tonight were both welcoming, friendly and polite. Was a very nice experience. Was efficient too. Highly recommend.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Popular for popular for lunch
- Popular for popular for dinner
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Casual
- On-site services available
Show more amenities
- Serves late-night food
- Has counter service
- Good for solo dining
- Dining options· 2
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Popular for· 2
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Offerings· 1
- Quick bite
- Crowd· 1
- Popular with university students
Location
Restaurants near Chicka Ciao’s
- SEVEN neighbourhood cafe4.77070.2 miVegan optionsVegetarian optionsGood for kids
vegetarian/vegan breakfast plate, buddha bowl salad, gluten-free brownie
- Lovely Paella4.81250.3 mi
seafood paella, chicken paella, generous portions
- The Painted Rooster4.68550.4 miOutdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
avocado toast or bagel, smoked salmon and cream cheese bagel, specialty coffee and lattes
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicka Ciao’s | 4.9385 | — | chicken shawarma, lamb doner kebab, peri chips |
| SEVEN neighbourhood cafeVegan options · Vegetarian options · Good for kids | 4.7707 | 0.2 mi | vegetarian/vegan breakfast plate, buddha bowl salad, gluten-free brownie |
| Lovely Paella | 4.8125 | 0.3 mi | seafood paella, chicken paella, generous portions |
| The Painted RoosterOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.6855 | 0.4 mi | avocado toast or bagel, smoked salmon and cream cheese bagel, specialty coffee and lattes |
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