Road-Side Shawarma: Complete Beginner's Guide for New Players
Welcome to Road-Side Shawarma, a horror experience on Roblox where you take on the night shift at a mysterious shawarma stand. This comprehensive guide will help new players understand the game, get started, and survive their first nights.
What is Road-Side Shawarma?
Road-Side Shawarma is a horror adventure game on Roblox created by @nv1sh. You play as a night shift worker at a road-side shawarma stand where things aren't quite what they seem. The game combines customer service simulation with horror elements, requiring you to follow specific rules to survive each night. With over 70.7 million visits and 198,216 favorites, it has become one of Roblox's most popular horror experiences. The game features jumpscares, atmospheric horror, and challenging gameplay that will test your nerves and problem-solving skills.
Official Game Information
Platform: Roblox
Developer: nv1sh works (@nv1sh)
Genre: Horror Adventure
Active Players: 40,131+
Total Visits: 70.7M+
Server Size: Up to 32 players
Age Rating: Ages 5+ (Minimal maturity, Occasional/Mild fear)
Voice Chat: Supported
Camera: Supported
Created: October 2025
Last Updated: November 2025
Game Credits
Road-Side Shawarma is a solo project made by @nv1sh with help from talented contributors:
Creator & Lead Developer: @nv1sh
Soundtrack & Background Music: @danyairwing 🎧
Artwork & Thumbnails: @trivium.pill 🎨
The game was inspired by @lost_archive5's content on social media and the game Kiosk. Some assets were sourced from open-source projects.
How to Get Started
1. Join the Game: Visit the official Roblox page and click 'Play'. The game supports up to 32 players per server.
2. Accept Your Application: When you first start, you'll receive the 'Accepted Application' badge - congratulations on getting hired!
3. Listen to the Phone Guy: At the start of each night, a phone call will explain the specific rules you must follow. Pay close attention - these rules are critical for survival.
4. Learn Your Workspace: Familiarize yourself with the shawarma stand layout, including the kitchen, order counter, phone, and backyard area.
5. Join the Discord: Connect with other players, get tips, and stay updated on new content at https://discord.com/invite/nv1sh
Basic Gameplay Mechanics
Taking Orders: Customers will approach and place orders. Read their order carefully on the screen.
Making Shawarma: Use the kitchen equipment to prepare shawarmas according to customer orders. Each ingredient must be added correctly.
Serving Customers: Deliver the completed order to the waiting customer. Correct service keeps you safe; mistakes can be deadly.
Following Rules: Each night has specific rules explained by the phone guy. Breaking these rules results in death.
Managing Lights: When lights go out, you must go to the backyard to fix them immediately. Darkness is dangerous.
Understanding the Menu System
The menu interface is your control center:
Order Display: Shows the current customer's order details
Ingredient Selection: Choose items to add to the shawarma
Phone Access: Use the phone for important calls and features
Night Information: Track which night you're on and customer count
Status Indicators: Monitor lights, warnings, and other critical alerts
How to Make a Shawarma
Step-by-step shawarma preparation:
1. Read the Order: Check what the customer wants on their shawarma
2. Select Ingredients: Click on ingredients in the correct order
3. Add Each Item: Meat, vegetables, sauces as specified
4. Verify Order: Make sure you have everything correct
5. Complete: Finish the preparation before the timer runs out
Special Note: Some customers have specific requirements - the meat customer needs you to throw the meat, not serve it normally!
Delivering Orders
Once your shawarma is ready:
1. Approach the Customer: Walk to the service window
2. Present the Order: Click to deliver the shawarma
3. Watch for Reactions: Correct orders satisfy customers; wrong orders can be dangerous
4. Move to Next Customer: Continue serving until the night ends
Pro Tip: The siblings swap their orders - give the first sibling what the second wants, and vice versa!
Phone System
The phone is a critical tool with multiple functions:
Phone Guy Calls: At the start of each night, the phone guy explains essential rules. Always listen to the ENTIRE call - according to the developer, 90% of players don't listen fully and that's why they die!
One-Time Save Feature: Call the save number mentioned by the phone guy. On your first call, he asks if you really want to save. Call a SECOND time to confirm and save your progress. When you die, click 'Revive' to continue from that point. This save only works once per run and replaces the revive function.
Secret Numbers to Try:
Important: The phone is disabled during special event nights like Halloween. For a complete guide to all phone features, see our Phone System & Secrets article.
Essential Survival Tips
For Lights:
For Ghosts:
For Customers:
General Tips:
Game Modes
Story Mode (Nights 1-3):
Complete three progressively difficult nights. Each night introduces new mechanics and challenges. Follow the phone guy's rules to survive and progress.
Endless Mode:
Unlocked after completing the main story. Survive as many customers as possible. Your score is displayed on the order board. Compete with friends and climb the leaderboard!
Event Modes:
Seasonal events like Halloween bring unique challenges, customers, and exclusive badges. These are time-limited so participate while available!
Your First Night (Night 1)
What to expect on your first shift:
1. Tutorial Phase: The phone guy explains basic rules
2. Simple Orders: Start with straightforward customer orders
3. Light Management: Practice fixing lights when they go out
4. Basic Encounters: Meet standard customers and learn patterns
5. Completion: Successfully serve enough customers to end the night
First Night Badge: Complete Night 1 to earn the 'First Day' badge (21.8% of players earn this)
Don't worry if you die - it's part of learning! You'll even earn the 'Death' badge (36.4% earn rate).
Recommended Settings
For the best experience:
Graphics: Set to maximum for atmospheric effects
Audio: Use headphones to hear important sound cues
Volume: Keep at moderate level - jumpscares can be loud!
Voice Chat: Optional, but great for team coordination
Camera: Enable for better view control
Sound & Music - A Key Highlight:
This is a horror game where audio plays a crucial role beyond just the visual style and atmosphere. The soundtrack and background music are a major highlight of the experience, masterfully crafted by @danyairwing. We highly recommend players turn on the music and wear headphones for the best immersive experience. The audio design significantly enhances the horror atmosphere and provides important gameplay cues.
Warning: This game contains horror elements including jumpscares and uncomfortable sounds. Not recommended for those sensitive to horror content.
Free Rewards & Tips
Free Revive: Join the nv1sh works Roblox group to get one free revive when you die
Discord Community: Join the official Discord for:
Leaderboard: Track top players and compete for high scores in Endless Mode
Active Codes: Check the Codes page regularly for free rewards and bonuses
Common Beginner Mistakes
Avoid these common errors:
❌ Ignoring the Phone Guy: Always listen to the rules
❌ Looking at Ceiling Shadows: This is an instant death trap
❌ Delaying Light Repairs: Fix lights immediately
❌ Wrong Sibling Orders: Remember they swap orders
❌ Looking at Ghosts: Close your eyes when they appear
❌ Forgetting to Throw Meat: The meat customer needs thrown meat
❌ Panicking: Stay calm and think through each action
✅ Do This Instead:
Next Steps
After mastering the basics:
1. Complete All Nights: Work through Night 2 and Night 3 for increasing challenges
2. Earn All Badges: Collect all 7 badges including the rare Call of 87 (dial 1987 on Night 2)
3. Try Endless Mode: Test your skills in the endless customer challenge (reviving doesn't reset your count!)
4. Explore Secrets: Discover hidden phone numbers - try 1987, 1304, and others!
5. Join Events: Participate in seasonal events for exclusive content
6. Help Others: Share your knowledge with new players in the community
Additional Resources: