Halal Restaurants near Palo Alto, CA

“So good! Our first time and definitely not our last!“

“We ordered the house combo and it was very tasty. It came with 4 meats(chicken,beef,gyro ,koftedes). All of the meat was juicy,tender and well seasoned. The rice. was fluffy ans delicious. The mixed green salad had tomatoes amd cucumber and was topped with a pickled cabbage and dressed to perfection. I only had a small bite of the pita because rhe meal was so filling. I can't wait to try the baklava we ordered. What a great find. I will definitely be going back to this restaurant.“

“The food is absolutely delicious, flavorful served with quality ingredients. I have a sensitive stomach but every dish tried works for me with no issues (as the ingredients used are high quality I suppose)

The staff at Sunnyvale are welcoming, friendly and have the best service.

It’s a very popular place. So glad they arrived at Sunnyvale. Now the need to open a location in San Jose.

Had the silver spoon chicken boti roll, paneer tikka masala, naans and I can’t recall the last dish but it was the rotisserie chicken style ( oh that was so great). Their tea was so also awesome.

Will be back!“

“Amazing food highly recommend“

“Delicious burgers with options to suit all tastes. They have beef, chicken, and veggie patties as well as some without Pakistani spices for picky eaters like my daughter. They also have loaded quesadillas with fries and their signature spicy sauce which are amazing. They also have a good variety of shakes. We’ve had the mango and the Oreo Never Boreo.“

“Went in to drop my ballot and had breakfast. A tuna sandwich with coffee. The owner was very helpful and friendly. I will definitely go back again. Lots of table to sit and a nice place to catch food before or after taking the ACE or Amtrak train ride.“

“Delicious. The Yorker burger was so satisfying.“

“Hand-pulled pan-fried noodles is one of my favorite dishes. I get it at every restaurant that sells it. This restaurant had the best version of that dish I have ever had, by a considerable margin. I have never written a google restaurant review before, but the food was so good that it motivated me to write one.

It was like every ingredient was the best version of that ingredient and all the ingredients were all put together into one symphony of flavor. I was reminded of the first time I heard the Beatles.“

“Decided to give them another try after a long while. The traditional food is really good as that’s where they shine. I would still clear of the burgers, nothing wrong with it, but I would go to a burger place for a burger and stick to Zareen’s for traditional food. The charga is incredible!!“

“Nihari and naan of that restaurant is super great!“

“We are from Connecticut, and during a recent trip to the Bay Area, we had the extreme good fortune to try the Afghan Awasana Kabob House. Oh my ... what an experience! The food was superb … an epicurean delight, but also plentiful, and very reasonably priced. The qabuli palow - a lamb shank dish was a standout, and the squash bolani - a stuffed flatbread was out of this world. The owner was very friendly during dinner, only to be surpassed by what happened after our dinner. Upon leaving, our car would not start. The owner offered to jump start our car. When that did not work, he offered us a ride back to the house where we were staying ... which we gratefully accepted. On the way, while we were thanking him profusely, he indicated that this was not an imposition as he routinely gave rides to his workers. I was moved to tears with his generosity. The Afghan Awasana Kabob House stimulated my palate, satiated my appetite, and above all, nourished my soul with renewed faith in the kindness of humanity. A truly memorable evening that will not soon be forgotten.“

“Zadna is wonderful.The food is absolutely delicious and the people are fabulous. Please make sure to support them.They deserve it.“

“Great experience! Food was fresh, served quickly and delicious. Loved the customer service! Will definitely be coming back! Wishing you guys the best!“

“Simply amazing food and incredibly awesome staff ❤️👍 My addiction to ho here and eat ❤️❤️❤️ I just wish there was a Dish Dash in South San Francisco or close by 😕🙏“

“If you’re looking for the best authentic Nepali cuisine in Sunnyvale, California, The Gurkha Kitchen is a must-visit. This place captures the true essence of Nepali flavors, offering a wide variety of traditional dishes prepared with fresh ingredients and authentic spices. The warm and inviting ambiance, combined with friendly service, makes it a favorite spot for Nepali food lovers. Whether it’s their momos, dal bhat, or signature curries, every dish is a treat for the taste buds. For anyone craving genuine Nepali cuisine, The Gurkha Kitchen is the place to be. Highly recommended for a taste of Nepal!“

“great place and nice food“

“So good! Our first time and definitely not our last!“

“Really solid food. Great flavors, we had the Tikka Masala and the Pakistani beef dish. The naan was generous, we only wish the meat dishes had just a bit more meat to feel generous. That’s a good thing that we wanted more. Definitely a solid place.“

“I am writing this review with great happiness because the service I received was beyond my expectations. I have known about this restaurant for a long time, but yesterday was my first time visiting, and I had a wonderful experience.

The food was very good, and the taste was excellent. We asked them to prepare the meat in a specific way, and they made it exactly as we requested. Their service was outstanding, especially Mr. Joe. He was very kind, respectful, and professional. He listened carefully to our instructions and made sure everything was served just the way we wanted.

I truly appreciate the great service and hospitality. Overall, the restaurant, the staff, and the food were all excellent. I would definitely recommend this place to others.“

“I’m not usually that kind of person that likes to leave reviews!! But this place is awesome �!! Great food, clean place, third time here and will definitely come back whenever I’m in the area .“

“The food was really good, full of flavor and definitely one of the better meals we’ve had in a while. It’s great to finally find a place where the taste stands out. The only downside was the long waiting lines, and the staff seemed quite overwhelmed. Service could be smoother, but the food makes it worth trying.“

“Nice to run into this cafe on a Saturday morning. Everything is well presented. This cafe is inside oakmont sandwich shop and is pet friendly.

We ordered Mediterranean chicken panini, portion size is enough. I ordered Avocado Toast - a secret menu item, need to ask to order.

Cappuccino and Vietnam coffee are both tasty. I am a picky coffee drinker and their coffee drink quality is pretty good.

Recommend for people nearby for brunch or quick lunch.“

“My family and I are fans of their services. They offer exceptional halal pizza, perfect for a variety of events. Every time I’ve brought their pizza to an event, it has been a huge hit—guests always rave about it and ask where it’s from. Their customer service is truly outstanding. On one occasion, when my baby was asleep in the car and I couldn’t step out, they kindly brought the pizza directly to my car. Their helpfulness and consideration left a lasting impression.“

“Good food, reasonable prices, friendly staff quick service and groovy music“

“Food at Zareen's is great. Unfortunately, at this location (Mountain View, near Shoreline Cinemas), they only have takeout food and a bit of outdoor seating. All of the storefronts around them are vacant, so I hope someday they get some actual eating space!“

“Food was Great! Service super Friendly Restaurant very clean, great place to have a bite. i recommend it. we coming back“

“Awesome, had the falafel gyro. It was very delicious. Crispy on the outside tasty and moist on the inside. If your looking for a meat substitute than the falafel is just the thing.�“

“Ever since I walked into this restaurant, I instantly fell in love. The clean, healthy, tasty, perfectly portioned sized, and masterly prepared dishes by Ali, and his friendly staff, keep me coming back. My new favorites are the lentil soup, and lamb shank (limited menu special). Satisfying food experience I highly recommend.“

“Dosa spot with delicious dosa and other Indian items too. 4.5 stars

Food: 4.5 Service: 4.5 Atmosphere: 4
Cost to worth it rating: 3
Opentableable: no but on their website but may not be needed
Return worthiness: yes
Eve award: best dosa I've had

Highlights:
- Dosa: loved the crispy chewy exterior and almost even more the mashed like potato inside was so delicate with mellow flavors. 5 stars
- Fried cauliflower: covered in super tasty sauce. Barely could tell it was veggie. 4.5 stars
- Biryani: packed full of of flavor and even though we got the milder one with chicken on the bone, had a kick. 4.25 stars
- Shrimp skewers: sizable simple shrimp cooked fine hidden under a lot of veggies including bell peppers, onions, broccoli, and kale. 3.5 stars
- Spinach paneer: mellow flavors and textures. 3.5 stars
- Can order online but also can order from the staff

Midlights:
- Menu online but quite long so harder to navigate with so many items. Would have preferred to peruse a physical menu.
- Casual restaurant but standing table numbers were odd like the ones you get when you order at a counter, but you order at the table.

Location:
- In a very small strip mall on a busy street. Parking has a few spots but many are only 20 minutes which is hard when you're dining in.“

“one of the best zinger burgers in bay area.“

“ChickenG’s has AMAZING flavor! It gives you a long marinaded taste. Even their chicken strips are wonderfully moist and flavorful like. Off the bone! You gotta give them a try!“

“good food and helpful service“

“This was my second visit to Hyderabad Dim Biriyani and to my surprise the food was so much better and well prepared. Our mutton curry was little undercooked but once we mentioned about it the owner right away took care of us. I wish if they can make their naan for $4.—-little bigger. Also they should give some extra napkins to the customers so that they don’t have to ask for every little thing. I will recommend you to go and enjoy the food. It’s always good to complaint to the owner/manager so that they can take care of you and rectify if there is something wrong. #papihanandy“

“Best cheap eats. Food is always delicious and satisfying. The menu rotates offering a weekly special everyday. Seating can be tough as they only offer outdoor seating which is fine in the summer and spring but winters not so much. Love this place and eat here at least 2-3 times a week.“

“Great veggie burger. Will go back.“

“We ordered the house combo and it was very tasty. It came with 4 meats(chicken,beef,gyro ,koftedes). All of the meat was juicy,tender and well seasoned. The rice. was fluffy ans delicious. The mixed green salad had tomatoes amd cucumber and was topped with a pickled cabbage and dressed to perfection. I only had a small bite of the pita because rhe meal was so filling. I can't wait to try the baklava we ordered. What a great find. I will definitely be going back to this restaurant.“

“Old school…throughout these years, still great food all the time!“

“Absolutely amazing experience. The food was fresh, flavorful, and full of authentic taste. Great customer service, clean atmosphere, and every dish came out hot and perfectly prepared. Mr. Ridhwik was also an amazing host with outstanding customer service. Definitely coming back again. This place should be called yummy land 🫡🫡🫡🫰🏿🫰🏿🫰🏿✨️✨️✨️“

“Great experience with the service and food was good too, specially lamb chops“

“Post-walk👟 indulgent lunching😋🍽️ with hubs🙋🏻‍♂️ at 📍Paradise Biryani Pointe (Fremont, CA) What we both ordered👫🧾 while watching👀 Bollywood🏵️ & Tollywood🪷 video songs🪩 on multiple TVs📺😃: •Goat Haleem🥩🍲 since it’s Ramzan/Ramadan season🌙🤲 •Boneless Chicken Biryani🍗🥘 •Street Noodles with Chicken🍗🌶️🍳🍜 My Review/Rating📝🤓: Overall rating: 9/10 Taste: 9/10 Quality: 10/10 Ambience: 7/10 Small space, typical indian restaurant vibes with tvs📺 Service: 10/10 Quick & attentive👍 Value for money: 8/10 Quantity: 9/10 Neatness: 8/10 Variety: 9/10 Noise level: Medium Parking: Easy, Opposite lot Best👍: (These 2 have been consistent every single time since years) ⭐️Chicken Street Noodles🍗🍜🍳 - Exactly the same indo-chinese thin noodles we find in India, with spot-on ditto flavor and lots of egg🤤🤤 Recommend dine-in only to enjoy hot!🔥 ⭐️Boneless Chicken Biryani🍗🥘 - Super duper freshhhh! Not so good🫤: Goat Haleem🥩🍲 (was so excited for this one😒 but all in vain) - Honestly, wasn’t even close in taste to authentic haleem, felt like a mix of goat curry and some imbalanced dals👎 Would visit again? YES👍 #restaurant #paradisebiryanipointe #fremont #bayarea #restaurantsofbayarea #bayareafood #bayareafoodie #bayareaeats #eatout #indian #yummy #biryani #noodles #haleem #ramadan #ramzan“