Established in 2013, Petra Shawarma is a family-owned restaurant located on New North Road in Kingsland, Auckland. Founded by Dalal, Mahmoud, the sisters, and the kids, the kitchen is dedicated to sharing authentic Jordanian culinary traditions and hospitality with New Zealand.
The kitchen prepares home-style meals using recipes passed down through family generations in Jordan. From freshly baked bread to slow-cooked meats seasoned with traditional spice blends, the food is prepared with patience and care, bringing the warmth of traditional family gatherings to the local community.
Combining locally sourced New Zealand produce with specialty spices imported directly from Jordan, Petra Shawarma serves a diverse lineup of tender grilled meats, hearty platters, fragrant rice dishes, and fresh salads. The welcoming space caters to diners looking for genuine Middle Eastern hospitality, whether dining in, grabbing takeaway, or ordering delivery.
Established in 2013 in the heart of Kingsland, Auckland, Petra Shawarma was born out of a simple yet powerful dream: to bring the authentic flavours, warmth, and generous hospitality of Jordan to New Zealand. As a dedicated Jordanian restaurant, the eatery introduces Auckland diners to a culinary tradition rooted deeply in family gatherings, cultural celebration, and timeless heritage.
The story of Petra Shawarma began long before its doors opened on New North Road. The recipes served in the restaurant have been lovingly handed down through generations of family life in Jordan. Recalling Sunday afternoons in a grandmother’s kitchen, every marinade, spice blend, and preparation technique honours ancestral culinary customs.
Founded and operated by Dalal, Mahmoud, the sisters, and the kids, Petra Shawarma remains a hands-on family effort. What started as a focused passion project has developed into a gathering place for locals and travelers alike. Food here is crafted with patience and devotion—from the physical kneading of dough for freshly baked breads to the slow-cooking of meats infused with customary spice blends.
To capture the true taste of Jordan, Petra Shawarma bridges the best of two worlds. The kitchen sources fresh local ingredients across New Zealand while importing foundational spices and specialty products directly from Jordan. This combination ensures that every dish provides the distinct aromatic balance characteristic of home-style Jordanian cooking.
The menu showcases a broad range of authentic options, highlighting tender grilled meats, slow-cooked specialities, generous platters, spiced fragrant rice dishes, and crisp, lively salads. Each dish is assembled with intention and care, presenting balanced flavours that appeal to both newcomers exploring Jordanian cuisine and those seeking the comforts of home.
In Jordanian culture, dining is fundamentally an expression of generosity and connection. Petra Shawarma operates under this principle, treating every guest as an extension of the family table. Whether stopping in for a sit-down meal, grabbing takeaway, or arranging delivery, visitors encounter an inviting environment designed to foster connection over authentic food.