Exploring Chicago one halal bite at a time. From Yemeni comfort food to elevated Mediterranean dining, these are halal restaurants and food spots worth adding to your Chicago food list. Save this list for your next Chicago trip or when you're looking...
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Yemeni food, traditional flavors, and hearty dishes worth trying when you're craving something comforting and flavorful.
Al-Diar Restaurant
A more upscale Mediterranean option for when you want halal dining that feels a little more special.
Elia Chicago
Persian comfort food with flavorful kabobs, rice and hearty traditional dishes.
Noon O Kabab Chicago
A Chicago institution for Pakistani food, especially rich nihari, biryani and other comfort dishes.
Sabri Nihari Restaurant
Persian and Mediterranean dishes with grilled meats, rice and plenty of flavorful sides.
Kabobi
Turkish and Mediterranean dishes with kebabs, grilled meats and traditional sides.
Turquoise Cafe & Restaurant
Palestinian and Middle Eastern comfort food with hummus, falafel, shawarma and grilled dishes.
Old Jerusalem Restaurant
A good stop for Egyptian/Middle Eastern flavors and grilled meats.
Cairo Kebab
Reliable halal street-food classics when you're craving chicken, gyro and rice.
The Halal Guys
Turkish-inspired fast-casual food with flavorful wraps, bowls and grilled options.
Turkitch Express - Halal Turkish Fast Food - Avondale
A casual Middle Eastern option for falafel, shawarma and other favorites.
Oasis Cafe
Great if you want to combine a meal with a little Middle Eastern grocery shopping.
Middle East Bakery & Grocery
Mediterranean comfort food with grilled meats, hummus and fresh sides.
Cedars Palestine Kitchen
A casual spot for grilled meats, rice, shawarma and Middle Eastern sides.
Rumi Middle Eastern Grill
Good for affordable Middle Eastern food and grocery finds in the same stop.
Sultan's Market
Turkish-inspired dishes with kebabs, rice and traditional sides.
Cafe Istanbul
Pakistani and Indian comfort food, especially great when you're craving grilled meats
Bundoo Khan
Budget-friendly South Asian comfort food with biryani, curries and generous portions.
Ghareeb Nawaz
Pakistani and South Asian classics including biryani, kebabs and curry.
Usmania Fine Dining
Pakistani BBQ and grilled favorites for serious meat lovers.
Anmol Barbecue
A good option for biryani and South Indian/Hyderabadi flavors.
Hyderabad House
Albany Park grocery with a halal butcher counter, fresh bakery bread, Persian and Turkish pantry staples and great spice prices.
Sahar International Supermarket - Grocery, Bakery & Halal Meat - Middle Eastern, Persian & Turkish
Fast, affordable Lakeview counter for build-your-own shawarma bowls and wraps. Zabiha halal, and the Lebanese roll is a favorite. Full listing on halalfoodsanti.com
IDOF - I Dream of Falafel
The Queens food truck turned national chain. Generous chicken and lamb over rice with white and red sauce, made for late nights in Lakeview. Full listing on halalfoodsanti.com
Naz's Halal Food
100% halal smash burgers in Wicker Park. Get a double with house sauce, the spicy fuego onion rings and a shake. Full listing on halalfoodsanti.com
SALT burgers + fries
Laid-back Turkish cafe in Lakeview for a cozy, affordable dinner. Try the Adana or Iskender kebab and the crispy lahmacun with ayran. Full listing on halalfoodsanti.com
Zizi's Cafe
West Side go-to for fried catfish, jumbo shrimp and chicken with big portions. Heads up: only certain items are halal, so call ahead to confirm. Full listing on halalfoodsanti.com
