West Bloomfield has welcomed a new culinary hotspot with the opening of My Big Fat Shawarma, a fast-casual restaurant specializing in build-your-own Middle Eastern dishes.
Located at 4301 Orchard Lake Rd., Suite 110, this is the second location for the brand, founded by entrepreneur Marcos Kiminaia and a team of managing partners.
Created in 2022, My Big Fat Shawarma offers a vibrant menu featuring gourmet, certified Halal meats, fresh locally sourced toppings, and traditional Middle Eastern favorites like yellow rice, fattoush, falafel, and pita wraps. Customers can customize their meals to their liking, topping them off with the restaurant’s signature sauces, including the popular "Fat Sauce," or pairing them with house-made lemonades.
“We’re bringing an energy and concept to the area that reflects more than “Detroit flare” as a geographical characteristic, but an authentic reflection of this specific leadership team,” says company spokeswoman Alexandra Sawa. “What began as an experience on Eight Mile is now in West Bloomfield with full continuity. From the food to a hospitality-centric culture, My Big Fat Shawarma holds nothing back. Our brand is about value to our customers, and our bowl size is how we make that promise.”
The restaurant’s design reflects its bold, customer-centered ethos. Bright yellow accents guide diners through the build-your-own experience, while a modern mural wall by artist Pao Catalla of Semi:Formal Studio adds a touch of whimsy and flair. Architect Ron Jona of the Ron Jona Collaborative, alongside Vivid Design Studio’s Evan Kizy and Sharon Kory Interiors, transformed the 2,000-square-foot space, formerly Salad Works, into an energetic sit-down dining area.
The new West Bloomfield location builds on the success of the original My Big Fat Shawarma, which opened on Eight Mile Road in Warren. “Everything we do stems from the spirit of the entrepreneurs and restaurateurs behind this concept, who decided to break the rules and be provocative with food,” Sawa says.
Customers can enjoy dine-in service from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily or order online for pickup and delivery via major platforms. Both locations also offer full-service catering for large groups.
With its innovative approach and growing popularity, My Big Fat Shawarma is already preparing for its next move. The brand’s third location is set to open on the Wayne State University campus in Detroit at 4700 Anthony Wayne Drive.
