Al Baik Sharjah (Al Majaz & City Centre Branches) — Menu, Timing & Location Guide
Sharjah residents no longer need to cross the border into Dubai every time an Al Baik craving hits. The brand’s cult-favourite broasted chicken now has two dedicated homes in the emirate — a scenic waterfront outpost and a busy mall counter — and this guide covers exactly what to expect from each, based on verified branch information and UAE food media coverage current for 2026.
Quick Facts: Al Baik Sharjah at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Branches in Sharjah | Al Majaz Waterfront (standalone, street-side) and City Centre Sharjah (mall) |
| Opening | Al Majaz Waterfront was Al Baik’s fourth UAE restaurant, following Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, and City Centre Ajman |
| Cuisine | Saudi broasted chicken, seafood, sandwiches (halal) |
| Al Majaz hours | Roughly 10:00 AM until around 1:00 AM daily |
| City Centre Sharjah hours | Daily, approximately 10:00 AM to midnight |
| Average cost for two | Roughly AED 40–70 |
| Delivery partners | Talabat, Noon Food, Al Baik app |
Why Al Baik Chose Sharjah Next
Al Baik’s UAE rollout followed a clear pattern: prove demand in Dubai first, then expand outward. After the Dubai Mall launch in June 2021 and the Mall of the Emirates branch in April 2022, the brand’s fourth UAE restaurant opened at Al Majaz Waterfront on the Sharjah Corniche — its first standalone, street-side location in the country, distinct from the mall-counter format used at its earlier branches. UAE food media covering the opening noted queues just as long as the original Dubai Mall launch, underlining how much cross-emirate demand had built up before Sharjah even had its own location.
A second Sharjah branch followed at City Centre Sharjah, bringing the mall-counter format familiar from Dubai to Sharjah shoppers directly.
Al Majaz Waterfront: The Scenic One
This branch is the one locals recommend for the experience as much as the food. Sitting along the Al Majaz Waterfront promenade on the Sharjah Corniche, it’s a standalone outlet rather than a food-court counter, which means you can genuinely sit outside, order your chicken, and eat with a view of the Corniche — something none of the mall-based Al Baik branches can offer. It shares the block with a mix of well-known cafés, giving the area a proper waterfront food-strip feel rather than a single fast-food stop.
What to expect:
- Street-side seating with waterfront views
- Same full broasted chicken menu as other UAE branches
- A more relaxed, sit-and-stay atmosphere compared to a mall food court
City Centre Sharjah: The Convenient One
For a faster, more typical fast-food-counter visit, the City Centre Sharjah branch is the better pick — especially if you’re already at the mall for shopping and want a quick, affordable meal without a special trip to the Corniche. It runs on the same core menu and generally keeps mall-standard hours, open daily until around midnight.
Al Baik Sharjah Menu Categories
Both Sharjah branches run the same core UAE menu as Dubai locations, since Al Baik keeps its recipe and offering consistent nationwide, with only minor seasonal or limited-time additions.
Chicken Meals
- Chicken Meal (Regular or Spicy) — broasted pieces with fries, bun, and dipping sauces
- Chicken Fillet Nugget Meal
- Family Meal — larger sharing portion for groups
Sandwiches & Burgers
- Big Baik Sandwich (Regular or Spicy) — the brand’s flagship sandwich
- Chicken Fillet Burger
- Baikeez Snack — chicken strips with cheese and nugget sauce
Seafood
- Fish Fillet Sandwich (Small/Large, Regular/Spicy)
- Value Shrimp and Shrimp Combo
- Shrimp Sandwich
Sides & Extras
- French Fries, Coleslaw Salad, Hommos, Fries with Garlic Sauce
- Extra garlic sauce (worth ordering more than the standard portion — this is the single most repeated tip from regular customers across every UAE branch)
Breakfast Menu (limited hours)
- Egg Sandwich
- Egg Sandwich with Cheese
- Grilled Chicken and Cheese Sandwich
Drinks
- Soft drinks, smoothies, bottled water
On pricing, expect the same range as other UAE branches: a single meal typically comes in under AED 30, and two people eating together generally spend AED 40–70 depending on what’s ordered. Because prices can shift slightly between branches and update periodically, the in-store board or the Al Baik app at checkout will always be more current than any published price list, including this one.
What Makes the Broasting Method Worth Knowing About
If you haven’t tried Al Baik before, the texture difference is the first thing most people notice. Rather than standard open-fat deep frying, Al Baik uses broasting — pressure-cooking and frying the chicken simultaneously in a sealed fryer. The sealed pressure keeps moisture locked inside the meat while the surrounding oil crisps the coating, which is why the chicken holds its crunch even after a 20-minute drive home from the Corniche. That texture, combined with the brand’s confidential 18-spice marinade (unchanged since 1974) and its widely loved garlic sauce, is the core of why Al Baik built a following strong enough to justify two branches in one emirate.
Location & Directions
- Al Majaz Waterfront branch: Located directly on the Al Majaz Waterfront promenade along the Sharjah Corniche, within walking distance of the Al Majaz Park area and Sharjah’s fountain display.
- City Centre Sharjah branch: Located inside City Centre Sharjah mall — check the mall directory on arrival, as counter positions inside food courts can shift during mall renovations.
Opening & Closing Hours
- Al Majaz Waterfront: Reported hours run from around 10:00 AM until roughly 1:00 AM daily, in line with the late-night, promenade dining pattern common to Corniche-side outlets.
- City Centre Sharjah: Typically 10:00 AM to midnight daily, matching standard mall food court hours.
As with any fast-food branch, timings can shift slightly during Ramadan or UAE public holidays, so a quick Google Maps check before a late visit is worth the ten seconds it takes.
How to Order: Dine-In, Takeaway & Delivery
- Dine-in / Takeaway: Walk up to either counter directly — Al Majaz Waterfront for the sit-outside experience, City Centre Sharjah for a faster mall visit.
- Delivery apps: Talabat and Noon Food both list Sharjah branches, subject to your delivery address falling within coverage range.
- Al Baik App: The brand’s own app supports direct ordering and often carries UAE-specific offers before they appear elsewhere.
Al Baik Sharjah vs. Dubai Branches
The menu, pricing range, and spice blend stay essentially identical between Sharjah and Dubai branches — Al Baik deliberately keeps its offering consistent nationwide rather than customising by emirate. The real difference is atmosphere: Sharjah’s Al Majaz Waterfront branch is the only standalone, view-facing Al Baik location in the country so far, while every Dubai branch (Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates) operates inside a food court. For Sharjah residents, that means slightly less waiting-in-a-mall-crowd and a bit more of a destination-dining feel, without paying tourist-area prices.
Al Baik’s Wider UAE Footprint (Where Sharjah Fits In)
Sharjah’s two branches are part of a much faster UAE expansion than most people realise. Al Baik first tested the UAE market with a pop-up at Expo 2020 Dubai, then opened its first permanent branch at Dubai Mall in June 2021. Mall of the Emirates followed in April 2022, and City Centre Ajman came shortly after — Al Majaz Waterfront in Sharjah was the brand’s fourth UAE restaurant overall, arriving on the back of genuine cross-emirate demand rather than a speculative bet. Since then, the network has grown to roughly 35 branches across Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Abu Dhabi, and Umm Al Quwain, plus a mobile food truck — putting Sharjah firmly among the earliest cities to get dedicated Al Baik locations outside Dubai, ahead of several other emirates.
That expansion speed matters for a simple reason: it reflects genuine demand rather than a chain opening branches for the sake of coverage. UAE food outlets covering the Al Majaz opening specifically noted queues comparable to the original Dubai Mall launch — a strong signal that Sharjah residents had been travelling into Dubai for their Al Baik fix long before the emirate had a branch of its own.
Reputation & What Customers Say
Across review platforms, Al Baik’s UAE branches — Sharjah included — consistently score well on taste and value, with most criticism (where it exists) centring on wait times during peak hours rather than food quality. The consistency of the broasting method and the 18-spice marinade across every branch is the most frequently repeated positive in customer feedback, alongside the garlic sauce, which regulars describe as the primary reason for repeat visits. As with any high-volume fast-food counter, individual experiences can vary by time of day and staffing levels, so visiting outside peak hours (see tips below) tends to produce the most consistent experience.
Tips for a Better Visit
- Pick Al Majaz Waterfront for a sit-down experience — it’s the only Sharjah branch with proper outdoor seating and Corniche views.
- Pick City Centre Sharjah when you’re short on time — it’s built for a quick in-and-out mall visit.
- Order extra garlic sauce — the default portion runs out fast, and it’s the item regulars complain about running short on more than any other.
- Check the Al Baik app before ordering — limited-time combo deals often show there before appearing in-store.
- Avoid the evening rush at Al Majaz — waterfront foot traffic peaks after sunset, especially on weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Al Baik in Sharjah halal? Yes. Every Al Baik branch in the UAE, including both Sharjah locations, serves halal-certified food.
Which Sharjah Al Baik branch is better — Al Majaz or City Centre Sharjah? It depends on what you want: Al Majaz Waterfront offers outdoor seating and Corniche views for a more relaxed meal, while City Centre Sharjah is faster and more convenient if you’re already at the mall.
Can I get Al Baik delivered in Sharjah? Yes, through Talabat, Noon Food, or the Al Baik app, subject to your address being within the branch’s delivery range.
Is there an Al Baik branch in Satwa? Satwa is a Dubai neighbourhood, not Sharjah, and Al Baik does operate a branch there as part of its Dubai network — it’s simply not one of the two confirmed Sharjah locations covered in this guide.
What is Al Baik’s most popular item at the Sharjah branches? The Big Baik Sandwich and the classic Chicken Meal remain the most frequently ordered items across UAE branches, Sharjah included, alongside the brand’s signature garlic sauce as an add-on.
Do the Sharjah branches offer a breakfast menu? Yes, a limited breakfast menu including egg sandwiches is available during early opening hours, consistent with other UAE branches.
Are there plans for more Al Baik branches in Sharjah? Al Baik has expanded quickly across the UAE since 2021, so additional Sharjah locations are plausible, but nothing beyond the two confirmed branches — Al Majaz Waterfront and City Centre Sharjah — is verified at the time of writing. It’s worth checking the Al Baik app or official social channels for announcements before assuming a new branch has opened.