Halal Restaurants in Chicago, IL

“Everything was absolutely delicious! The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the staff was incredibly friendly and attentive. You can truly feel the care and hospitality in this place. Definitely one of those restaurants you want to come back to again and again. 10/10 — highly recommend!“

“Happy Mother’s Day 🌹
Spent a beautiful Sunday celebrating motherhood in Chicago’s charming Roscoe Village at Turquoise Cafe & Restaurant 💙

From the warm hospitality and friendly staff to the incredible all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch, every detail felt so welcoming and special.

Their authentic Turkish & Mediterranean cuisine is full of rich flavors, fresh ingredients, and dishes made with love.

The cozy atmosphere and lovely patio make it the perfect place to gather with family and friends. 🫶

If you’re looking for a Sunday brunch spot with amazing food, beautiful ambiance, and true Mediterranean hospitality, this is definitely a Chicago gem worth visiting.

📍 Roscoe Village, Chicago
🕙 Sunday Brunch | 10 AM – 2 PM

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“My wife and I went there for the date night special and it was fantastic. We aren’t really big Indian food fans, but we definitely liked what we tried and would definitely go back again.“

“I really liked this place! The food was delicious and the atmosphere was cozy and pleasant. Special thanks to our waitress Huda — she was very polite, attentive, and friendly. She provided great service and made our visit even more enjoyable. We will definitely come back again! 👍✨“

“Food was outstanding as was the service! We definitely recommend it!“

“Fool and falafel and the kushari“

“Очень вкусная Среднеазияткая кухня. плов, лагман и самса“

“For a few hours, my friend and I thought we were actually in Kyrgyzstan. Amazing hospitality, absolutely delicious and authentic flavors.

Fav dish was the lamp soup. The portion size was way bigger than we thought and prices were very fair.

Chicken breast was very well flavored and grilled and we got that with palov which is served with beef slices and carrots which we really enjoyed too!

Beef Samsa was on point as well!

Looking forward to coming back with a bigger group!“

“Great selection and halal!“

“One of the best mandi spots I’ve tried in Chicago! The mutton mandi platter was absolutely amazing—perfectly cooked, flavorful, and satisfying. The service was top class as well—Ahmed was incredibly nice and made sure we were well taken care of throughout. Highly recommend!“

“Delicious Somali restaurant in Chicago suburbs. My first visit to a Somali restaurant and I was pleasantly surprised. Food was pretty good. Loved the Goat with rice and vegetables. Their tea was good too. Didn't care much for the orange juice made from concentrate. Lady at the counter does all the billing and orders. She spoke decent english. Had to wait to use the bathroom, which was not gender segregated. Interior is very basic, but food makes up for it.“

“I’m so glad Dave’s Hot Chicken brought back the Hot mozz bread! It was a real highlight, and it’s great to see them being creative again. I also love that Dave’s isn’t stingy with their special sauce, setting them apart from so many others. I really hope they keep innovating with fun items like corndogs,keep up the great work!“

“5 star food, 5 star horchata, 5 star service!!! This is my weekend splurge almost every weekend.“

“Great place for Eastern European and Central Asian food. You must try the hearing salad and the honey cake. The service is wonderful. The place is slightly rundown, but the food is delicious. I came here for Ukrainian Borsch and Plov. Recommend everything.“

“Had such a great experience here! The restaurant was very clean, the food was amazing, and the customer service made it even better. Huge shoutout to Oso and Baba for being so kind, welcoming, and helpful throughout our visit. You can tell they truly care about the customers. Definitely will be back!“

“A must try spot! Great food, coffee and atmosphere! Definitely recommend!“

“Amazing food, very reasonable price. Huge portions and great customer service!! Also free parking and authentic Bangladeshi, indian and Pakistani cuisine absolutely amazing!! Can’t wait to come back here again.“

“Always delicious! Always accommodating…over the past five years I’ve experienced feeding from 3-30, and never disappointed! The service is always great! They take huge pride in their food and work. We just had a party for 30, and I should have just put out a banner so people would stop asking me where the food was from 💖. All were very impressed!“

“Amazing service, food, and experience. Can't wait to share this with my boys next time.“

“I’ve loved this place since the day I started ordering it! I order this almost every week or every other week when I’m at work in the evening. It’s always delivered fresh and warm and the chicken is amazing the seasonings are fantastic! And the names of the items to order are hilarious also the humor in me makes me laugh at them!“

“Stopped by Hot N' Spicy Chicago on Devon Ave for a late-night bite and was impressed. Grabbed the Chicken Chutney Roll—tender chicken wrapped in a soft paratha with a tangy chutney kick. Also tried the Masala Fries, which were crispy and packed with flavor. The staff was friendly, and the place had a cozy vibe. If you're in the area and craving a flavorful halal meal, this spot is worth checking out. Definitely coming back to try more of their menu.“

“Cluck’N Wings is a fantastic spot to satisfy those chicken cravings! I had “The Box” (fried chicken sandwich, chicken tender, and fries) with Maple Gold sauce and it was insanely delicious…perfect blend of a slightly sweet chicken’n’waffles vibe. It was so much food you best be hungry. The chicken tenders are a full chicken breast and were huge compared to other chicken spots. The owner made my food and we got to chatting. He uses all fresh ingredients, homemade sauces, and is culinary trained. Super nice guy and I’ll be supporting this local business again. Cheers!“

“Great place for grilled chicken . The side dishes are also good. Friendly staff always on point;)“

“Love the food and there open late!!“

“love this place! i order from here at least once a week!“

“💯 it’s the best place I recommended“

“Amazing biryani . Our server Rafee was awesome“

“Good stuff!! Everything was delicious, with the perfect amount of seasoning and juicy! If you want a solid sandwich come here. I don’t typically like sliced meats but the Reuben was amazing! Serai burger was delicious and juicy too, we will definitely be back!“

“I cannot say enough great things about Cafe 53! Not only is the service second to none, but they are extremely accommodating to allergies including a gluten allergy and someone in our party who was allergic to garlic. Absolutely 10/10, I wish I could give them more than 5 stars!!“

“i did not like the chicken sandwich. I were there with my family . It is very expensive and special pizza was not the tasty .“

“I usually LOVE this place. But the food has been very inconsistent lately at the Troy, MI location. I get the same thing every week. And every week it’s a little different. I get the mixed platter. Last week there was no sauce, and I always order extra on the side, but the little cup was only half full. So, no sauce on the platter, and barely any on the side. This week there were more onions than gyro/chicken. Barely any meat; very meager portion. And still, side of sauce only half full. Super disappointed. I’ll give them one more chance, then I’ll have to stop giving them my business.“

“Alright now… let me tell y’all about Dave’s Hot Chicken the way it deserves to be told…

Baby, them chicken sliders? Lord have mercy.
Crispy, juicy, got that sauce drippin’ like it got somewhere important to be, and that little slaw sittin’ on top actin’ like it’s healthy or somethin’. I keep goin’ back like I owe them money.

Now I’m not new to spice, alright? I can handle heat. I looked that Reaper level dead in the eye like, “Do your worst.”
…and it did.

Ate it just fine. No tears. No shame. Felt like a champion.
Few hours later? My stomach said, “Oh, we fightin’ tonight.”
So just know… you might win the battle, but your insides gonna file a complaint later.

Now let’s talk about this situation they had the nerve to call:
“Large Top-Loaded Spicy Buffalo Mac.”

Let me tell you what I THOUGHT I was gettin’:
A big ol’ tray of creamy mac & cheese, chicken piled on top, cheesy, gooey, worth every penny.

What I GOT was…
a mountain of fries…
with a light dustin’ of mac & cheese like somebody sneezed cheddar in the general direction.

$15.99 for fries in a mac & cheese costume.
I felt lied to. Betrayed. Misled. Hoodwinked, even.

But look… I ain’t gonna stay mad.
Because them sliders? They got me in a toxic relationship I ain’t tryin’ to leave.

And when it comes to catering? Oh they SHOW UP.
Order them boxes for the staff and suddenly everybody actin’ like you Employee of the Year. Morale goes up, complaints go down — it’s basically HR-approved happiness.

Final verdict:
Go for the sliders. Respect the spice.
And don’t let that “top-loaded mac” fool you unless you in the mood for fries wearin’ a disguise.

No stars for atmosphere, i always get it to go.“

“Food is mouth watering delicious. My daughter and I had the veggie tostini, oh my goodness, the best Turkish sandwich we have ever had. Owners are very friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend this wonderful restaurant. We will be back for sure 😊😊“

“the lamb with spinach, mushrooms and potatoes was so delicious! Vegetable vindaloo was pretty good, but asked if there were green peas and was told no. There were a LOT. the garlic Naan was delightful“

“I've had many meals pizza,egg rolls shrimp ect. All fantastic, it just that thiers nobody to greet you is the only issue..
Just an idea maybe someone should come out and see if it customers every 10-15 minutes coming to get food...“

“Love this place! Incredible birria! Try the birria quesadilla and elote!“

“I ordered for first time the All in platter which gives u a little bit of everything.. n I tried the stuffed grape leaves and the chocolate cake.. 😋 the cake is more than enough reason for me to order from them again . the Rumi sauce is also very good.. not too spicy.. has a little kick..“

“Food is delicious, but for a comfortable place for women to walk in to even pickup orders. You have men’s staring at you or you see smokers right by the door. They should have a better way to everyone feels comfortable and grow their business“

“Really good food I’ll recommend this place 😇👍“

“Excellent excellent excellent burger. Great fries to accompany that. It was Memorial Day weekend. I was passing by the smell of people grilling outside. The burger craving was irresistible. Slims hit the spot, and they hit it well.

It’s a not a fancy place, but the food is more than worth it“

“We’re visiting from Wisconsin and stopped in after a hectic day of getting our same-day passports before heading back home—and we’re so glad we did. The food was outstanding, especially the chicken, which was cooked to perfection. But what truly set this place apart was the hospitality. The customer service was hands-down the best we’ve experienced—nothing else even comes close. Thank you for such an amazing experience. We’ll absolutely be back the next time we’re in town!“

“Was lucky to be able to try their food. I’m a nurse and we were given food from idof as a treat during the pandemic ..it was delicious .“

“Amazing food & great service, definitely will be back. We ordered the manti (highly recommend), the mampar soup (my fave thing), the boso lagman (meat was absolutely *perfect*), and the plov. Came for Iftar where they provided complimentary water bottles, dates, watermelon, & bread. The food was so good we almost forgot maghrib.“

“Positives: food was good, restaurant was clean and pleasant, the line worker was attentive, quick, and polite.
Negatives: the food was good, but uninspired. It was very generic Mediterranean food. The meat portions were also rather small for the bowl I got. Might be a result of shrikflation.“

“Highly recommended for halal food with the taste of italian pizza & middle east chicken tenders with rice. Scrumptious food“

“Tried Byrd’s Hot Chicken and it was really good. The chicken had a crispy breading and was juicy inside. The sandwich was simple but very flavorful. The crinkle fries were hot, crispy, and nicely seasoned. The dipping sauce went really well with both the chicken and fries. Overall a tasty and satisfying meal.“

“This was my first time having a gyro, my son’s as well. It was absolutely PHENOMENAL! The guy who made our food was so kind. I asked him to make mine the way he likes his because I had no idea what to order! Awesome vibe dining in! I’ll probably never be back in Chicago but I’m so glad I stopped here on our first night of vacation!“

“Was lucky to be able to try their food. I’m a nurse and we were given food from idof as a treat during the pandemic ..it was delicious .“

“The mutton paya was absolutely delicious. The gravy was rich and flavorful and the bowl came with plenty of good meaty pieces. The meat itself was incredibly tender, almost falling off the bone, which made every bite deeply satisfying. You can really tell it was slow cooked with care and skill. For such good paya, Al Halal Zaiqa Restaurant will always be my go to choice.“

“Ordered from this place for the first time today on my lunch break via door dash. I have never tasted Mediterranean food this good!! Food was authentic and very fresh! I am truly amazed. My new go to spot. I had to call and tell them how amazed I was by the food. You really take a chance ordering online these days but this place was so worth it!! Thank you guys for your good food and service!!!“