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Rooted in Saudi Heritage

A decade of authentic flavours, family tradition, and real charcoal grilling in the heart of the Eastern Province.

ShababAwal Story
Charcoal Grill
2014 Est. Khobar
Who We Are

From One Grill to a Family Institution

ShababAwal began in 2014 with a single charcoal grill, a family recipe, and an unshakeable belief — that the finest Saudi food belongs in every neighbourhood. Our founder, a Khobar native, grew up watching his father grill Al Faham chicken over real charcoal every Friday, filling the courtyard with that unmistakable smoky aroma.

What started as a small bukhari restaurant in Al Khobar quickly became the go-to destination for families across the Eastern Province. Word spread — not through advertising, but through honest food and warm hospitality.

"We never changed the recipe. We never switched to gas. The charcoal is non-negotiable — it is the soul of Al Faham." — Founder, ShababAwal

Today, with two branches across Khobar and Dammam, ShababAwal continues to serve the same recipes, the same way, with the same pride. Every grain of Bukhari rice, every bite of Shawaya, is a tribute to the culinary heritage of Saudi Arabia.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

Authentic Tradition

We cook the way Saudi families have cooked for generations — over real charcoal, with real spices, with no shortcuts ever taken.

Fresh Quality Daily

Every dish is prepared fresh each day. We source locally, marinate daily, and never serve anything we wouldn't be proud to serve our own family.

Family First

ShababAwal is a family restaurant in every sense. Our spaces are designed for gatherings, celebrations, and the shared joy of a great meal together.

Warm Hospitality

Saudi hospitality is legendary, and we take it seriously. Every guest is welcomed like a neighbour — with warmth, generosity, and genuine care.

100% Halal Certified

All our ingredients are fully halal certified and ethically sourced. We maintain the highest standards of food safety and religious compliance.

Affordable Excellence

Premium quality should not be a luxury. We work hard to keep our prices fair so every family in the Eastern Province can enjoy our food regularly.

Our Mission

Preserving Saudi Culinary Heritage, One Plate at a Time

Our mission is simple: to keep authentic Saudi food culture alive, accessible, and celebrated. In a world of fast food and shortcuts, we choose the slow path — the charcoal, the marinade, the patience — because that is where the flavour lives.

We believe that food is memory. When a family sits down to a tray of Bukhari rice or a whole Al Faham chicken from ShababAwal, we want them to taste something real. Something that connects them to their roots, their grandmothers' kitchens, and the essence of Saudi Arabia.

Explore Our Menu

Real Charcoal Only

We have never used gas grilling and never will. The charcoal smoke is what makes Al Faham taste like Al Faham.

In-House Spice Blends

Our spice mixes are prepared in-house using traditional Saudi recipes passed down within the founding family.

Locally Sourced Ingredients

We partner with local suppliers in the Eastern Province to ensure freshness and support the Saudi agricultural community.

No Compromise on Quality

Every dish that leaves our kitchen must meet the same standard — the one the founder set on day one in 2014.

Our Journey

10 Years of Growth

The First Grill

ShababAwal opens its first small outlet in Al Khobar with a single charcoal grill and a family recipe.

2014
2016

Menu Expansion

Bukhari Rice and Shawaya mixed grills are added to the menu after overwhelming customer demand.

50,000 Guests Milestone

ShababAwal serves its 50,000th customer — a milestone celebrated with the community in Khobar.

2018
2020

Dammam Branch Opens

The second ShababAwal branch opens in Dammam, bringing authentic Bukhari cuisine to a new city.

Digital Ordering Launch

ShababAwal launches online ordering and delivery, making it easier for families to enjoy their favourites at home.

2022
2024

10 Years & Still Grilling

A decade of authentic Saudi cuisine. We celebrate with our community and look ahead to even more growth across the Kingdom.

Find Us

Our Locations

Khobar Branch Branch 1

Al Khobar Branch

King Fahd Road, Al Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
+966 55 123 4567
Sat – Thu: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Friday: 1:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Free parking available
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Dammam Branch Branch 2

Dammam Branch

Prince Mohammed Bin Fahd Road, Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
+966 55 123 4567
Sat – Thu: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Friday: 1:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Free parking available
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By the Numbers

ShababAwal in Numbers

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Years of authentic Saudi cuisine in the Eastern Province

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Happy guests served across Khobar and Dammam

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Branches across the Eastern Province with more coming soon

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Halal certified, locally sourced, real charcoal — always

Come Visit Us

Taste the Tradition for Yourself

Visit us in Khobar or Dammam and experience what makes ShababAwal the Eastern Province's most loved Saudi restaurant.