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

Fast Food

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

10 Best restaurants for Fast Food in New York City

Holy Cow Burgers

Waited for 20 minutes breathing paint in the store just to learn that they don’t have the burger I ordered and they can’t give me my money back.

After spending $24 and waiting for 30 minutes total, I got this shitty looking burger and four tiny chicken tenders. $24 dollars and 30 minutes wait for THAT!?!?!?

And they refused to give a refund. Unbelievable.

The sides were better than the main. The fries are amazing. The drink in the picture is pretty good as well. The onion rings are decent. The chicken sandwich was mid. Overall pretty decent food for the price.

I ordered the chicken tenders and cheese fries. Everything was crispy too perfection and the chicken was very tender and good quality. The personalized service was also a breath of fresh air. Will definitely come back for more.

I love this place!!!! Such a fun vibe and the food is the best fast casual you will find.

Some of the best fries I’ve ever had and the burger is the 10/10. Go here on Thursday for for their throwback Thursday menu!

I had a wonderful dining experience at Holy Cow. The food was absolutely delicious, served fresh, hot, and incredibly quickly. The staff were exceptionally kind and polite, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It’s clear they take pride in both their food and service. I left feeling full and completely satisfied. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for great food and excellent service!

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SMASHED

This was my first Smashburger in America, and my expectations were exceeded after trying them in Dublin and Paris. They have a simple menu yet still, I decided to ask the manager for a recommendation. She playfully suggested the smash burger with Mac sauce, wrapped in lettuce, even teasing that it's her favorite but “I wouldn't choose it.” I saw it as a challenge and had to try it. The taste blew me away, each bite felt incredibly fresh, and it made me question the need for bread in a burger. The presentation may not look extraordinary, but the mouthfeel is the real star. I rate it 5/5 and highly recommend it!

Checked out the newly reopened Smashed — they just opened a bigger and better new location down the road from the original Smashed. They’re doing $12 lunch sets where you get a single Smashburger (a single cheeseburger), a huge serving of fries and a drink.

The burger was okay - I felt like the smashed was overdone where it was a bit too crispy without the corresponding flavor. It’s not a competition but I preferred 7th Street as I felt they both taste similar, but Smashed lacks a certain flavor punch.

The fries were really thin and crispy. I liked them, but would have also preferred more flavor on them. They were really generous with the portions so one is enough for a few people.

The newly done renovations are good 😊 But felt slightly clinical!

Easily the best smash burger in all of NYC, better than hamburger America! There’s different options on the menu and can order up to 3 patties on one burger, their own house sauce tasted good, and a nice dine in area to sit down and talk and even offers a bar and a big tv to play sporting events.

It’s aight
Portions don’t align with the price range. If you’re starving you’ll need two burgers.
The Oklahoma double is average.
The smash burger was a huge letdown.
The bacon jalapeño was spicy and solid.
The fries are not McDonald’s level.
The smashed potatoes with chilly were okay. Not many potatoes to chilly ratio.
Shakes are advertised but didn’t have any.

It's nice store front when you order. You don't go inside but order from the outside. The menu is small but the food was very tasty a dash of spicy other mashed potatoes which I thought was good. I bought the smashed burger single. It was good but wish it was a little bigger. I don't have any photos of the food myself and wife wolf that down pretty quickly lol. Next time I'll take a photo of the food we bought. Plus another bonus no plastic bag but they give to you in a carrying box in black and black napkin's s a nice touch. Only one thing I don't like is they take a tip for themselves. It just come out of your pay I rather tip myself but then again I am not going to sit down or not ordering takeout. That's my only issue but other than that it's good food for for your soul. Going back again to try their other selections and they have shakes. Went a third time 2/18/2022 this time the fries were hard and very salty still good though but not soft. My burger with onion rings and bacon was awesome just wish it was a little bigger but did enjoy it very much. I hope to try the whole menu in another week or so

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Coney Island House of Wings

We started in on the wings and chicken patty early because we were hungry and because it was that GOOD. So excuse those pictures teehee.

Food-
10/10 American comfort food. You are coming to this place to chow down on something warm and delicious.
We got the Jamaican jerk chicken wings which were very Smokey and rounded. Chicken well done. The Cajun waffle fries were crispy and seasoned (extra points dipped in the jerk sauce). And the chicken patty was my boyfriend’s favorite. Great breading, delicious beautifully spiced filling. I was skeptical when we ordered but it was dang goood.
We also tried the Mac and cheese with mango habanero chicken. Beautifully balanced with the sweet and spicy of the sauce with the cheesiest homemade Mac and cheese- DELICIOUS.
The rice bowls also tasted like home cooking. No rice pilaf BS- this was real rice. The beef was our favorite- amazingly tender and flavorful. They didn’t skimp on the sauce- dare I say I might say light sauce next time (and there will be a next time!)

Service-
Amazing lady behind the counter. If you’ve been here before march you’re coming into a new restaurant cook now. She was absolutely wonderful. She let us try a bunch of the sauces which I can rank below. And chatted with us. Her and the other workers were super attentive and kind. I felt like I was in my mommas kitchen. Out of this world.

Atmosphere-
No nonsense vibes. It’s small in there with a few stools if you want to eat in. I’d recommend taking the short walk to Coney Island beach. Quintessential New York sandwich counter vibes but with cozier food.

Sauce recs- (from phenomenal to good)
Strawberry guochugang !!!!!!!
Pinapple jerk !!!!!!!
Lemon pepper (WET) !!!!!!
Mango habanero !!!!!!
Carolina gold !!!!!
Spicy garlic honey !!!

A lot of these sauces are house made btw. The first two sauces were FRESH. Absolutely mind blowing.

The service was so good and accommodating!! Literally the sweetest people ever. And let me not even start on the food TOOOO GOOOODDDD!!!! That lemon pepper waffle bowl almost made me slap my mama for being too good.
I WILL BE BACK!

Love this place. A serious hidden gem (literally). I've tried quite a few wing flavors from here but nothing sticks like their lemon pepper and hot Buffalo (beware this one packs heat). This trip I got boneless because my beard is too long and well yea, no time for that mess 😂 Don't look elsewhere for wings, boneless or bone-in, tenders (you can get these wet, underrated choice) this is the spot!

As a Pakistani man from Buffalo, NY, I take my spicy food and wings seriously. As such, I am about to make a bold statement: These are the best wings I’ve had in NYC, and amongst the best I’ve had overall. I’m seriously blown away.

I had the Coney Island Burn, my wife had the BBQ and Honey Garlic

Walking distance to where I'm living now. Worked in Coney Island when I was 14 in Steeplechase Park.

Steinway Halal Grill

Absolutely unprofessional. I was told 30 minutes for my order and ended up waiting over an hour and a half—for just two half chicken with rice plates, not a big catering order. Meanwhile, people who came after me were being served first, simply because they spoke Arabic and were being slipped ahead in line by the guy managing orders.

This is unacceptable for any business, especially in the heart of a food hub where customers have endless options. After a 13-hour shift, the last thing I should deal with is blatant favoritism and complete disregard for paying customers.

Never coming back. If you enjoy waiting an hour for food while watching others get special treatment, this is your place.

This little cart packs so much flavor into a silver tray of food! I am so glad a friend showed me this place.

The chicken is extremely juicy, with crispy edges. The rice has two different kinds, and the flavor profiles are aromatic and a little smokey. Typically a meal comes with two soups, salad, rice and your main. Which is a lot of food for what they charge.

I would suggest ordering in person if possible, saves you a lot of money. I do however order on their app often, it’s that good!

Again…. The  amount of food you get for the amount you spend…. INSANE! I love this place

Food is always fresh. Price is very reasonable, frankly you can't find better price than this in NYC. Most of the time I get half chicken with two soup and two kinds of rice for $15. Which is more than enough for two average people. Only their service could be little better. One of my favorite food cart is NYC.

the food is ok. the service is terrible. they got my order wrong, told me 10-15 minutes and i was waiting for more than 30 minutes.

Simply delicious 😋. Grilled and served hot, one of my favorite places in Astoria. Must try and you will come back for more👍. Kofta Kebab &rice, they also serve a side salad and two cups of soup (vegetables).

Duzan

The chicken shawarma platter with hummus and salad is SO DELICIOUS THAT I DAYDREAM ABOUT IT!!! It is healthy, flavorful, and so, so good. It comes with pickles, pita, and delicious garlic sauce. I’m told that I’m a harsh food critic but this place is a 10/5!!!! Absolutely amazing! Friendly employees, and nice ambiance. They have a sit in area.

Duzan is one of my favorite places, it’s very affordable and tasty. I always get their pita sandwiches, pictures is their chicken schnitzel. A great mix of chicken and veggies. They also have great juices. I will always return here

One of the best Swarma bowls I've ever eaten. MIXED  swarma bowl is a must, It's so flavorful and fresh. Duzan sauce and white sauce are out of this world. It's so good, You can even eat a bowl of rice or salad only with the sauces. Will definitely come back to check other items.

Can’t recommend this spot enough! The food is so flavorful. I am in love with the Harissa. It may be spicy but the it enhances the flavor of the platter 10x more.

If you’re on Steinway and craving something truly delicious, Duzan Mediterranean should be your first stop and it is Halal too.Their beef shawarma with pita bread is honestly one of the best things I’ve ever had. The beef is tender, perfectly seasoned, and packed into soft, warm pita that makes every bite melt in your mouth. Pair it with their crispy fries, and you’ve got the ultimate comfort meal.

What I love most is that even while they’re still working on their renovations, the food hasn’t lost any of its quality. Sometimes when places are under construction, you expect the service or consistency to dip a little, but not here—everything comes out just as fresh and flavorful as ever.

Duzan has that perfect balance of casual and special. It’s great if you just want to grab something quick, but it’s also a spot where the food feels worth sitting down and enjoying slowly. Honestly, it’s rare to find a place that delivers this kind of flavor and keeps it consistent every time.

For me, this is hands down one of the best food spots in Steinway. If you’re in the neighborhood and haven’t tried it yet, you’re definitely missing out.

All our meats and products are certified Halal.

Breezy casual eatery displaying ample hot trays of American, Spanish, Indian & Pakistani dishes.

Salt & Pepper

Hear me out, I know this place advertises themselves as a Spanish spot and serve everything from Smoothies to Burgers and  Pizzas to Pakistan Indian food, BUT the only thing you wanna eat here is anything made fresh to order, especially the Chicken Karahi, Naan and Chicken Tandoori!!

What an absolute gem of a place if you know what to order, the 60 year old Pakistani Chef makes a BANGING Chicken Karahi FRESH to order. It’s a hidden gem in Manhattan that I don’t wanna gate keep anymore to get them as much business as possible.

I called ahead to ask if the Pakistani chef was working and he was happy to make ahead a fresh order of Spicy Chicken Karahi. We got there and this 60 year old uncle greeted us with his bright smile and asked us if we wanted anything else made fresh. The karahi came in the seasoned wok that gives it the special Taste. Truly took me back to the streets of Punjab, happy to say that I will be going here whenever I crave a Karahi bc no one else comes even close to this!

You'll notice yourself feeling less stressed while dining here. The food surpassed similar establishments completely. The vibe at Salt & Pepper is modern and the staff is helpful. The employees provide outstanding service. I regret every meal I ate elsewhere instead.

Alhumdullilah everything is halal here. No frills, nothing fancy here whatsoever but the food will hit the spot for many that work or shopping around the area. It's on 33 Street opposite of Macy's and Madison Square Garden.

I have been coming here for a very long time even before they switched hands. I still continue to patronage here many years later.

It's now the only dine-in halal food place that actually serves Spanish halal food I think as of this review, of the entire Manhattan Island, outside of Mexican Latino halal food that are slowly popping up. The other halal Spanish spot that used to be by Queens Bridge few blocks away from El Ber and who also served halal Jamaican food there too sadly no longer exist and turned into a American halal burger joint before COVID.

In addition to their halal Spanish food menu, they also have American fast food and also a surprisingly pretty good Indian food menu there as well. Just advising everyone food definitely better just around lunch time when it's out the kitchen. Later in the evening doesn't look too fresh or appetizing but hey, sometimes I still come around anyway at that time. And every now and then I'll come for breakfast. And that's good too

There is plenty of seating too.

This restaurant holds a special place in my heart. The kitchen incorporated new elements of high standard. Staff members performed excellently. The setting makes dining here special. I'm planning to eat here again.

Good prices in all Indian and Spanish dishes. Accesible space to dine in. Near Penn Station and Grelleey Park of trains stations, Hot and  Ready food dishes. Personnel from Spanish or Indian food servers. Cash register separate of prepare and. Attendance of serving trays. Take out.

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