Ever craved for a shawarma while shopping at Somerset, or a pita as you’re passing through Paragon? If so, then you’ll want to check out WeWa—a new quick-service spot just a stone’s throw from both, nestled in Orchard Gateway!
A snappy acronym for “We Eat While We Walk,” WeWa is all about serving authentic, addictive, and affordable Middle-Eastern cuisine. Best of all, the restaurant’s menu is highly customisable, with sixteen different ways of enjoying your main, plus plenty of side and drink combos to match.
So with the success of their first outlet at WEAVE under their belt, here’s how WeWa is serving it up at their second and latest location right on Orchard Road!
Fresh Flavours
Before anything else, preparation is the key to success—and that’s not different at WeWa. Here, every element is made fresh daily with quality ingredients, from the tangy amba that adds a sour-spicy finish to every bite to the luscious tahini that ties everything together.
The same care also goes into their shawarma meats, which are marinated for over 12 hours in secret spice blends before being stacked and slow-roasted on spits that weigh up to 25kg. From there, the proteins evenly cook to perfection right in the heart of WeWa’s open kitchen, giving you a front-row seat to the savoury spectacle.
Bountiful Bites
But as for what meats are on the menu? Well, to start, the Chicken Shawarma features tender slices marinated in a bright, aromatic blend that brings out the best of the poultry’s natural flavours.
Meanwhile, the Beef Shawarma offers thin layers steeped in a deeper, more complex mix of earthy spices, cinnamon, and coriander seeds—all of which perfectly complement the protein’s rich, robust character.
Finally, even though WeWa isn’t spinning on a spit, the Prawn Sharwarma offers juicy, plump, and locally sourced seafood grilled in a specially crafted spice mix that accentuates their natural sweetness, making it my personal favourite.
Together, these meats anchor the menu with bold, satisfying flavours. But even if you’re not feeling these options, the Falafel is a worthy alternative, being crafted from blended chickpeas and spices, then fried to a golden crisp to round out the menu with its satisfying, plant-based appeal.
Countless Combos
And once you’ve picked your premium protein, it’s time to choose your base—be it a pillow-soft Junior Pita for a quick bite, a full-sized Pita for a heartier appetite, a protein-rich Keto Bowl for your health-conscious mind, or a fragrant Rich Bowl for just a much-needed comfort food fix.
No matter which one you choose, just know that each serving is brimming with quintessentially Middle Eastern toppings prepared in-house—including a variety of both fresh and pickled vegetables, a spread of zhug for herbaceous depth, and a dollop of harissa for that extra kick of flavour.
Last but not least, to round out your meal’s flavours, you can make it a set by adding either a serving of the same golden-brown falafels or one of the irresistibly extra-crispy, addictive WeWa Fries. The set also comes with a choice of sodas, and while classics like Coke and Sprite are available, you should definitely go for the housemade Gazoz instead!
Inspired by the well-loved street drinks of the Middle East, these sodas are tinged with different natural fruit-based syrups such as hibiscus, apricot, cucumber, peach, and pomegranate. And since we’re talking about the region’s sweet treats, you should also taste the traditional Malabi, a rich coconut cream pudding infused with delicate floral notes, topped with crunchy peanuts and soft coconut flakes.
So what are you waiting for? Come down to WeWa at Orchard Gateway today! Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or lingering for a leisurely lunch, your taste of Middle Eastern cuisine is just around the corner—ready to be eaten as you walk.
WeWa Orchard Gateway
📍Location: 277 Orchard Road, #01-17, Orchard Gateway, Singapore 238858
⏰Time: 10am to 7pm
Meanwhile, on your way there, check out the official WeWa website for the menu and more, and be sure to follow them on both Instagram and TikTok for the latest updates, promos, and tasty teasers. With that, iilaa alliqa!
Photos by Heng Yu Cheng of the DANAMIC Team.
