This thread brought up ALL the nostalgia and opinions…

A Palestinian Redditor, who left Jordan 10 years ago, took to the platform to ask how much the country has changed since they’ve been away. And let me tell you, the comments were full of everything from serious insights to hilarious observations.

But one topic had everyone debating: Has shawarma gotten better or worse?

Yes, you read that right. Among the changes—roads, prices, traffic, and even new malls—shawarma sparked the most heated conversation. Some claimed it’s gone downhill (one user said the quality has taken a “nose-dive”), while others reminisced about their favorite spots still going strong.

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As for the rest of the comments, here’s what people had to say:

• Better Roads, Faster Services: Many agreed that roads have improved, and government transactions are now faster and less corrupt. A win, right?
• Crowded Streets and Culture Shifts: Amman has definitely gotten busier and rowdier, with traffic jams that test even the calmest souls. But there’s also more diversity in food and culture—think foreign restaurants and shiny new malls.
• Prices Rising: The cost of living has gone up, yet people still hold on to their warmth and kindness, despite the challenges.
• Modern vs. Traditional: “Mostly everything changed except ignorant people and some bad cultural practices,” one user joked, pointing out that some things never really change.

One Arabic comment summed it up perfectly: “تذكرت « بس اما تيجي وانا احكيلك عاللي جرى »” (“Come back, and I’ll tell you everything that’s happened”).

Whether it’s new malls, faster services, or endless shawarma debates, one thing is clear: Jordan has changed, but it still holds its charm. So, when’s your next trip back?