Shawarma King, Akurdi
12 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/pune·16 comments quoted below
What people say, in short
Shawarma King in Akurdi, near the railway station, is a popular shawarma spot that many recommend, with a couple calling it one of the best in Pune and one noting the large crowds it draws. Two commenters say the quality has declined: one says it is not the same as six or seven years ago, and another says it has slipped over just the past six to twelve months. One diner also feels it has become too famous and is no longer good value for money.
Address
Shop No 7, Shawarma King, ABC Junction Apartments, Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Rd, near Akurdi Railway Station, Pradhikaran, Nigdi, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra 411044, India
At a glance
- Best for
- Budget, Late night
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
Recommends Shawarma King in Akurdi.
Has lost its taste; not the same as six or seven years ago.
Agrees enthusiastically with the Shawarma King recommendation.
Taste still good but too famous and no longer good value for money.
Quality diminishing; tasted much better six to twelve months ago.
Puts sweet sauce and mayo in shawarma instead of hummus, which is disgusting.
One of the best shawarmas, consistently good, at Goel Ganga building.
Recommends it in Akurdi for non-veg.
Calls the outlet opposite Akurdi station hands down one of the best shawarma spots.
Recommends King Shawarma on Sinhagad Road.
Says Shawarma King in Akurdi is the best.
Lists The King Shawarma at Goel Ganga among recommendations.
Tastiest of the lot; the huge crowd shows it.
Used to be very tasty during college days.
Suggests trying Shawarma King near Akurdi station in PCMC.
Recommends it.
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Last verified 17/10/2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.