At its core is Manhattan, a densely populated borough that’s among the world’s major commercial, financial and cultural centres. Halal diners will find numerous options scattered across the city's five boroughs with Arab, Mediterranean and Gyros being the most popular cuisines.

New York City, United States

American

List of the 10 best Halal places to eat American in New York City

10 Best restaurants for American in New York City

The Grounds Of Brooklyn

For the first time in this restaurant and with confidence I can advise everyone.  Very kind staff, delicious food.  In general, do not wish.  Thanks guys again!

Great food. Updated menu. Our server, Alex, was wonderful. 10/10 recommend 👌

I just had my first lunch here today after seeing several post on social media about this place. It looks like right now they are still not doing indoor dining, which is fine. The little "pods" outside are super cute, clean and very warm. The food and service is really good as well. The only issue (which is not major) is that they don't serve any alcohol. The menu looks limited, but the prices are very reasonable. I will definitely be back again!

The setup of this restaurant is very nicely done and is Halal. They have a cute little heated Cinderella carriage outside the restaurant that’s def an eye catcher. However, I have to say I was extremely disappointed in everything they had to offer. The owner named either Matt or Max seemed very annoyed and had no clue on what was going on and apparently it’s the same owner as Milk & Honey. First off, we called and asked for reservations but the waitress named Stephanie said that there are no reservations due to covid. We get to the restaurant, requesting to be seated in the nice Cinderella carriage and she tells us that we need reservations. Then, we proceeded to be seated in a shed where “there was heat”. The room was ice cold and definitely could’ve used more heating because their “strongest” heater wasn’t bussin’. As the day went on, they brought out one dish of lamb chops that was ice cold @6:45pm. We didn’t get the other four dishes til @7:27pm. At this point we request to be seated inside due to the room freezing off which they did accommodate but were very upset doing it. It’s okay the servers had little to zero experience as Stephanie expressed she works on the cafe side so I started to expect the most inadequate customer service received. Taylor was the only one that was super friendly and efficient. Now, that we were seated inside and waiting on the rest of the food, there are no plates given or proper utensils. The rib-eye steak was a bit burnt that it tasted like charcoal. The spicy chicken jalapeño pizza wasn’t spicy and was burnt. The Gnocchi with pesto and Mac and Cheese were good but mediocre. The food was awfully cold for the most part. I will cut them some slack because they do look like they just opened. Proper staffing is ideal especially if you’re advertising halal Italian food. I do not recommend it with the current customer service they have. I will be back in 6 months to do another review.

my family & I came all the way from Atlanta and found this gem in Brooklyn!! When I tell you, this was definitely our favorite halal place ever!!! We ordered pizzas, pastas, steak, & mock tails!! We ate it so fast that we ended up ordering more. Jaw dropping, mouth watering food! Service & food 12/10!!!!

375° Chicken 'n Fries

Really delicious fried chicken sandwiches with many different options to choose from we had the Nashville hot and it was very good. Chicken was crunchy fresh and delicious you could tell they really put thought into building their sandwiches. We also had some fries which were topped with all types of stuff really really good. Bring your appetite.

This was delicious. I got a peanut, bacon and jelly sandwich combo with fries and their peanut satay mayo sauce, and a grape soda.
The chicken sandwich was messy, but tasted amazing. I was also surprised by how much I loved their plain fries, since I wasn’t able to upgrade to truffle fries as part of the combo. But I hardly had to use any sauce cause the fries just tasted good on their own. And the soda was good too.

Staff was also very friendly, and service was quick. Had my food within a few minutes of ordering.

Went back the next day to try the truffle fries. They are LIFE CHANGING.
Tried some popcorn chicken with some friends which was also tasty. We loved the Sweet Chili flavor the most.

Found this place while on a food delivery. It's all Fried Chicken cutlet variations of sandwiches which are pretty good. My favorite became the Swiss and Bacon Chicken Sandwich. They also have like popcorn chicken bites that come in a variety of sauces. Located a couple of blocks away from the Exit of the Williamsburg Bridge...it is a good stop after taking a walk or bike ride over the bridge. They have 2 small tables set up on the side walk outside because Inside is a bit too small to fit a table. The 2 or 3 times I was there, the 2 tables outside was both occupied. So just keep in mind if you wanna sit and eat, might have to wait for a table to come up like I did.

We came here for small bites. We were in the area and heard that it was a must try. Their Buffalo chicken is good (not sour or vinegary at all). Their fried chicken sandwich looked very good. The fries are good but not a crazy item. The chicken pops on the other hand are worth the journey. Mostly for take home since they only have to tables outside.

Next door they have Vita coffee their cappuccino is great!

The area was what I was expecting on the older New York. Busy and compact with tall old buildings.

Can't really say anything bad about it. I got the Nashville hot chicken sandwich since I've never tried it before and I really love spicy foods. A friend of mine already told me how good it was and I have to agree, it was pretty good and would definitely get another one. I've also heard pretty good things about the truffle fries so the next time I go back I'll probably try that out too.

Our chicken is Halal. There is one item with bacon on the menu but it’s stored and cooked in a completely separate area to ensure no cross-contamination.

375 Chicken 'n Fries

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I wanted to stop by here because I heard it was highly reviewed. We ordered the Buffalo-Honey Chick n’ Pop, the Classic Chicken Sandwich, and the Triple Truffle Sandwich. The space was very clean and there were a few seats to enjoy your meal. I do wish that the Chick n’Pop had more sauce on the chicken as from photos I expected a lot more, however, it was still delicious and full of flavour. I wanted to try something different which is why I went with the Triple Truffle Sandwich, which was so tasty! I would recommend this sandwich if you’re looking to try something a little different. I wish that the portion for the Chick n’Pop was more and the buns were slightly bigger on the sandwich’s. However, our meals were still fantastic and we did enjoy all the different flavours! The staff was also very kind and offered suggestions.

375° Chicken is a great munch spot! They recently changed their chicken supplier to a halal supplier. Their bacon is fried away from the chicken so there's no cross contamination! Their Nashville Hot Sandwich was certainly flavorful but not spicy at all, well for me! Everything else was on point and delicious!  Their chicken pops had several flavors to choose from, I had sweet chili and their chick n waffle hit different. It wasn’t a plain old waffle but a cheddar and scallion and it sure was delicious! All of their dishes were very crispy and were really big in portion. The truffle-Parmesan Fries were very creamy and to my liking. That went well with the vanilla shake they offer, more flavors to come!

This quaint shop is the perfect place to go for your fried chicken craving - it's just so good. Their chicken sandwiches are so flavorful and actually spicy. Their chicken bites are also delicious and when paired with a milkshake, is probably the perfect meal.

Ordered plain popcorn chicken with a side of their honey buffalo sauce. The chicken is always good quality and crispy from here!! They have a lot of options to choose from on their menu, definitely a spot to try!

I ordered the buffalo honey chick n pop with fries. It tastes exactly like its description: buffalo sauce and honey. I know that you might be confused because, duh, it's in the name. Personally though, I just felt like the honey flavor was a little overpowering with buffalo sauce. It was well-priced though, and I would return.

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Market Table

A mid-scale restaurant with solid food, drinks and wine list. Quiet-ish with nice indoor and outdoor seating options. Decor is subdued but nicely done.  A good place for an intimate dinner with friends. The calamari salad is really delicious and substantial. Service was excellent, prompt, efficient, and unobtrusive, just how it should be!

Service and food were fantastic here. It's mostly seafood based dishes. My handsome companion got the salmon with something risotto and I got the baked cod fish with lump crab meat. The fish was well prepared and not over cooked. The restaurant also has a romantic ambience to it in case you're looking for a date place. Many of the items on their menu seem gluten-free as well. Overall, we had a wonderful experience.

Good is excellent. Everything we tried was delicious. Must try! And very friendly and professional service

Excellent food. Service was slow when we visited (they were packed and likely short staffed... Be patient, food is so worth the wait).
Please, for the love of all you hold dear, fix or run your A/C! It was cool outside but it was miserably warm inside. That many human bodies and a kitchen really can't be cooled by a single open door.

Unique touch to everything on the menu. AND delicious cocktails. I love when a restaurant gets the music right. The vibe was perfect and the service was above and beyond.

We use Creekstone Farms New York Strip Steak which is Halal. 

Marc Forgione

When the Chef and Owner serves your first course you know you made the right dining decision.  The food and the service here is as good as it gets.  Chef Forgione is as creative as he was as an Iron Chef, but more importantly the flavors are off the charts.  The Sommelier has his challenges pairing wine with these bold flavors, but he meets and exceeds them.  The General Manager is as gracious as you will find and my server more than knew his way around the menu.  The vibe here is really what pulls it all together.  Everyone here seems to be happy and wants to be here.  That is the true reflection of a Great Chef.  I am sure his Mr. Larry Forgione is more than proud of that accomplishment.  P.S. Marc Forgione deserves a Michelin Star if not two

Everything was fantastic, the service and food was top-notch and met our expectations given the reputation. We enjoyed watching Marc win Iron Chef years ago and inspired us to choose this restaurant, although we were in for only 2 days. The flavors in each dish were well blended and paired nicely together. The lobster was cooked absolutely perfect. Very nice experience all around.

Great place for a nice fancy dinner, the banana Jameson's were fantastic and the place was really impressive. Oh and the cookies were amazing.

You expect a lot of an Iron Chef and this may be in top 5 restaurants in the city. All I have to say is get the tasting menu and you will not be disappointed in quantity, quality or experience. I almost don't want to spoil the surprise of what you will get but takes in sausage, oyster, veal, lobster, cake, ice cream among a whole host of other amazing things presented in elaborate ways.

There were some very good elements and some not so good elements.   They start by bringing you two beautiful looking rolls. As soon as I picked it up it felt cold, broke it open and ice cold inside.  They apologized and got two more but it was rather disappointing that they don’t even make sure they reheat the rolls properly.    Shishito peppers were cooked perfectly but could have used a little salt.   The wings were an elevated version and very good.  The halibut was the best bite. Cooked perfectly.  The steak was surprisingly bland.   Overall atmosphere was very nice, rustic and cozy but food was not consistent.

We use the Creekstone Farms 28-Day Dry-Aged Tomahawk Steak which is Halal.

Rocca Cafe & Lounge

The spot is too expensive for regular food that taste like diner food. I order a chicken wrap and a mix berry smoothie  and it was 30 dollars.  The service was good, however I do feel they should  still  be spacing tables, we felt we were still too close  to the party next  to us. The water front is nice, I suggest to be there early if u would like a table near the water.

I been here twice. The first time we got a table in the back with the water views. Our server was amaazing!! She was very attentive and sweet. The second time we came here we got sat in the front. The waiter was rude!!! We had to wait for a menu for 10 minutes after we were seated. 
Even though that waiter made us have a terrible experience i am still coming back! Why? Because they have AMAZING music!! And also they have delicious food! And if you are able to get a seat in the back do it! Because of the views!! Ooo and they also have HOOKAH!! :)

I really had a fun night. The view, service and the vibes were the best. Lucia (hostage) and yigit and one more server whose name I forgot were awesome. The reason of giving them 4 star is just the food under cooked i believe. Chicken there were some pieces which were not properly cooked but I had mixed platter. Everything else was awesome in there except chicken. Highly recommended.

Plenty of outside seating. Menu is huge. It is Turkish cuisine. Food is expensive and tasty. Service is appropriate for that level of restaurants. They serve small  group. Cork charge is $15 for vine and $25 for hard liquor.

My friend and I had lunch at Rocca, I must say they have Delicious food and hookah! I had the grilled shrimp kabob with a salad and rice. It was sooooo good! Prices are good too! Super chic place with a nice outside seating. They had a live singer which were so much fun! Service was really good. There were many servers making sure we were well taken care of. Will recommend my family and friends.

Mediterranean dishes are served at this waterfront destination with modern decor & outdoor seating.

Rustic coffeehouse with wood-accented interior & back garden serving sweets & sandwiches.

Qathra Cafe

Love the ambiance of the place. The outdoor setting was perfect for some study time. Has heaters in the surrounding tables, so you don't ever really get cold.

This place has a great kitchen but there  is only one vegan option.

The vegan wrap is delicious but it doesn't come with the same platter variety as the non vegan options. 
Everything else requires you to remove ingredients and there are no substitutions. For example) This place has shakshuka but you can't swap in soft tofu for the eggs 

Pro:

The one vegan lunch option is great

Con:
There are no vegan breakfast options 
Only one vegan option that's not a salad

Cute little rustic cafe in Ditmas Park. Prices are very reasonable for a limited menu. Food is tasty and my latte was pretty good. Nice place to linger and relax.

Always loved this place. Food and coffee has always been on point. Only problem I've had is that they don't offer table service. I hate the idea of having to wait online to place your order and having to walk back to the table. If your coffee is ready you ha e to get up from the table and walk back. The only thing that is not self serve is making your own food or coffee

First-It felt very good finding a local coffee shop in my neighborhood that is black owned!
Second- Upon my first visit, the associate who is at the cash rap was very pleasant, answered all of my questions and multitasked while assisting me.(The associate Martin was the gentleman that assisted me.)

Third-Sherman was very helpul, and accommadating and understanding. I am very pleased that I located this gem, and look forward to supporting this business. I will tell all my friends as well about this gem.

Sam's Steak & Grill

Great food. Friendly staff. We were seated in a reasonable amount of time. The food came out quickly and the taste was great. Clean. The only improvement would be the decor needs updates. No complaints.

Nice seating and family friendly atmosphere. The staff is very nice but their service not so much. They have one specific waiter for each table which makes the service a bit slow. Food is good for a one time visit. Had a Ribeye Steak that wasn't warm when it was served. The dessert I got was a Warm Brownie with Icecream. It was definitely microwaved. A bit soft inside but hard on the outside. Probably won't try this place again.

This place is no doubt one of the coolest place in the area. Anytime I come to this place I am awfully glad. They hold their high  level service and the highest level of meals  they provide. You surely will enjoy this this restaurant. Highly  recommended.

We had a fantastic time in this place. We loved the extraordinary environment and the menu. The staff members were very welcoming. I’m content we ultimately managed to try this restaurant.

Amazing food but expensive for a college student. I would visit once in a while. The BBQ wings sauce is out of this world. And the rib eye steak medium rare was delicious. But the best part is that it's halal. Thank the owner for allowing Muslims to enjoy steak.

AwesomeSauce

Average food. Very disappointed by awesome sauce dressing. Its actually sweet and tastes just like bar BQ sauce. I was hoping for a much better signature sauce. Food was good in quantity, burgers are big but lacks flavor.

A fantastic selection of flavors for halal wings. Personal favorite is the makhni. Also, 6 Alarm burger is the best burger we've had in a while. It's spicy, generously sized, and full of flavor. And cannot forget about those loaded fries. Halal bacon as a topping, it was really good!! Best halal place in Astoria.

Pretty dope place for a meal and a nice price. You can get a burger fries and soda for like 7 bucks And the food is good not like some other places

Delicious Halal burgers with seasoned patties, crispy fries, large array of sauces and great presentation. They have a $5 burger promotion on Mondays and Wednesdays and 70¢ wings promotion on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Jonathan was super-accomodating, recommended the best combinations and seemed like the perfect person to walk us through our experience. This is a well-executed burger & wings joint.

First time today went to this spot. Service was fast and friendly and the wings are awesome.
The cashier of the location was very helpful. I would definitely recommend it. A++ guys keep up the good work.

Get drawn in by the scent of hundreds of pounds of marinated chicken shawarma roasting on two massive spits

Omar Mediterranean Cuisine

Two stars today was not happy. I got a Chicken Shawarma on Pita for lunch so I got there at 12.15 pm you would think the chicken would fresh and just right to eat. Not today 20% of my chicken was dry and hard like it was from yesterday and mix in with days meat not cool Mr server.  I'm a regular and used you guys for lunch meeting at the office. Next time I will call you out and bring back the food.  I know you can do better. By the way I left a 30% tip.

Have been here a few times and the food has been on point every time!  Good and tasty meat, fresh vegetables.  Really like the Greek Salad.  Authentic Middle Eastern food.  They include a bite-sized piece of baklava  when you order a lunch platter.  There is some space to sit in the restaurant but not close to 12pm and not before 1:30pm-2pm.  You can probably get seating but might have to wait a while.  The line can also get pretty long during lunch time.  Many find it is worth the wait because of the quality of the food and then the excellent service.

Absolutely delicious and fresh Mediterranean food. Staff is super friendly and the place is clean. Prices are really good during lunchtime and service is also really quick. I really recommend it, it’s filling and delicious!

Was a great experience and highly recommended to everyone who likes Mediterranean food. Chicken Adana and Shawarma were really good. I got a free Baklava after my meal which was fantastic! Nice  environment and good service.

Very good Mediterranean food in Manhattan. I was visiting Mexican Embassy and stumbled upon this place. Very nice Falafel and Baklava. Also prices are unbelievably affordable!

Omar's

Counter-serve chain dishing up chicken wings with signature sauces. Some offer wraps & salads.

Atomic Wings

So far the most AUTHENTIC Buffalo Chicken & Hot Wings with signature sauces in NY.
A must-try is their Boneless Wings Combo with your choice of sauce and their famous waffle fries with blue cheese, celery and carrots on the side. On top of all that, the price is very good. 
Don't be like me. I have heard about this place since last year, but it took me this long to try this hidden gem. Visit this place in NY the soonest you can, and you won't be disappointed!

One of my favorite things to eat when in NYC.

Atomic wings serve some of the best hot wings I’ve had period.....

This is the my second best place for wings. They are amazing. Very good service. Very friendly people are working here and they will always help you out with your order. I think they do only delivery at the moment.

The food was great, I especially enjoyed trying the mango habanero. The takeout process was simple, and the staff was very friendly.

I just moved to the East Village for work and grabbed dinner with some friends. Someone recommended Atomic Wings because none of have been and it was such a great decision. They allow you to customize how many wings you want, the sauce, how much heat, etc. They even had sandwich options for someone who doesn’t want wings. We all shared food and no one had any complaints. The employees were great with answering our questions and it was a very chill and fun environment to be in after a long day. Definitely going to eat here again in the near future.

We want to share our passion for wings with the world beyond New York City through our locations that stretch across the East coast and dip into Mexico.

TIP: just inside the door on the right is a whiteboard. PUT YOUR NAME AND NUMBER OF PARTY IMMEDIATELY. No one is there to assist, all customer controlled. (I usually give tips last but this is crucial to your dining experience and wait time.)

I ordered a chicken salad and it was pretty good. It was my first time coming here and the interior is a bit strange ha, but it was decent. I’ve also had their buffalo chicken wrap which was really good, and better than the salad.

Great fried chicken. The shrimp with chilli sauce and string beans are great. The noodles with black bean sauce was average. Kids usually enjoy the fried rice as well. Hot tea is served with all meals

Me, My Brother, My Cousin, and My friend came here before the pandemic and we spent close to 100 for poor customer service from the managers. They kicked us out because we we're too distracting for them all we did was play pool which is located in the very back. I recently went back two days ago. After deciding I should stop being petty. The delivery boys were rude, and a tad sexist, I understand Spanish. The cashier was the only good part. Even the food was tasteless and felt rushed. Place is too expensive to be handing out poor service and rushed food. Come here with low expectations, they have their days when they're good as someone who use to come here a lot. I gave a one star because of the rude treatment by delivery boys and the managers.

Food was not good. Atomic fries were supposed to be chili cheese fries but there was barely any meat and lots of cheese and beans. No refund was given when the food was sent back even though we barely touched it. Wings were just okay. We won’t return. Don’t waste your money!

Chicken, Gyros, and Falafel Platters. The Authentic American Halal Food. Since 1990.

The Halal Guys

The Halal Guys is famous for their combo (Beef/Chicken) over rice platters. So of course, I had to try it myself from the cart at 53rd/6th. 

First, I will say that when you come here, you will see a long line. However, the line goes very quick and the service is also quick. The food was very tasty and flavorful. The rice and meat was cooked right.  Also, the portions of the regular platter are very generous as it also comes with pita bread. I personally love to have white, hot, and BBQ sauce on my platter. It's worth noting that the hot sauce that they serve is probably the hottest sauce I've ever tried from any place. I mean one drop you can feel the heat. 

The cost for the regular combo platter is $9 as of this writing. To be fair, the price is pretty reasonable considering the demand for the food here. And of course, because it's New York. 

Overall, definite pay them a visit. Good food, generous portions, and reasonable prices.

We always make it a point to stop at The Halal Guys at least once every time we visit NYC. It never disappoints. I would caution, go VERY easy (or skip) the hot sauce. The white sauce is incredible. Get extra. You’ll thank me later!

This is almost like an NYC institution and a must-eat street food. Surprisingly there wasn’t a queue at all when I went. 

Insanely good gyro. The white sauce is to die for and never underestimate the hot sauce - it’s insanely spicy despite it being a small packet. The basmati rice was very fragrant, and the beef and chicken well marinated and juicy. Simple and good. Will definitely eat again if I’m in NYC.

After several years tried this place out again. Maybe it was the go to halal cart years ago but now the taste is bland and it’s just a famous name. Much better halal places in the city. This food is plain and terrible.

It's impressive how this place has changed thru the years.  I remember years ago lines use to be snaking around the corner to the next block and still is that's ubitk the pandemic but now I'm sure they make more sales with their institution of the delivery game.  They know have a seperate cart with an employee just to handle deliveries and it's filled with drinks so they have learned to use the app delivery system and have upgraded for the present time.  That is what makes a buinsess booming to adapt as times and people change and adapt to new things.

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