Halal Restaurants near Hackensack, NJ

“Just found it on the way to our hotel when we stop at dominoes pizza ,so I just enter the restaurant and order burns road chutney paratha roll and mayo garlic roll and falooda for me and my husband. And don’t regret at all . Amazing food. And having authentic falooda after so long. I must say falooda was actually the hit better than Toronto. (We are visiting newyork from toronto.) very near by to our uncle’s home. So we will definitely stop by next visit to newyork for falooda for sure.“

“I visited this place for the first time, and they have some of the most delicious chicken and beef bowls I’ve ever had. The food was excellent, the location is great with plenty of parking, and the flavors were outstanding. This is definitely a spot everyone should visit whenever they’re in the area.“

“Great food!! Went there for the first time!“

“Probably one of the best, if not THE BEST, Lahori /Pakistani restaurants in the US. The street food style menu is such a unique and authentic experience.

We tried the paratha rolls which were perfectly spiced, wrapped in flaky paratha with amazing chutneys and the crispy chicken sandwiches that were huge, juicy, and packed with desi inspired flavors. The gappa chaat was a showstopper too, tangy, spicy, fresh, and beautifully presented.

The place has such a cool, authentic vibe with vibrant murals and a welcoming atmosphere. Even the washrooms were extremely nice and well kept (wish I had taken a picture to show that)

If you’re craving real Lahori street food vibes in the US, this spot is a must visit. Generous portions, fresh ingredients, friendly staff, and flavors that hit home.“

“Great food, all tasted fresh and didn't disappoint..we ordered the dinner for 2 that included 4 choices of cold starters and calamari that melts in your mouth and the salad was so good and the mix kebab and koftas over rice was good too..will definitely recommend and we shall be back! 😋“

“I made a big mistake. The portions were huge. Definitely intended for groups. My only feedback is that the salt was lacking. They do provide salt and pepper at each table but the salt kept getting clumped up from the steam of the fresh and delicious plates of food.“

“Halal Chicks never disappoints — fresh, flavorful, and perfectly spiced every time.
The portions are generous, and the chicken and lamb are always on point.
Their sauces take everything to the next level — especially the white and spicy ones.
Fast service, good prices, great owner— easily my go-to spot for takeout, specially after the gym!!!💪“

“Great service I recently went because a friend recommended and was not disappointed I ordered the beef gyro sandwich very good would recommend.“

“THIS PLACE IS AWESOME !!!! I came from Canada and wanted to try something other than Halal Guys. This place blows them out of the water. Ordered:

1) Chicken Platter - AWESOME !!!! Portion was good and flavor was sooooooo good

2) Philly Cheese Steak - OMG !!!! The hero/sub was sooo good that it is a "must have"

3) Mixed Gyro - ALHUMDULLIAH !!!! The Sandwich / Pita was so packed that it took time to eat and I enjoyed every bite.

4) The Big Ash Chicken - MASHALLAH !!! The taste was sooo good that I wish I had more.

Anyone that follows me, this place has to be on your list of MUST TRY.

To the Owners/Cook/Workers - I come from Canada every other month and now I have 1 more reason to come...May Allah grant you much more success.“

“Amazing and tasty food!! Great service and great prices! High quality meats and chicken, all halal, with proper certificates!“

“whether you stop by at lunch rush or late evening, the food comes out hot, flavorful, and filling. The staff is quick and friendly, and even when the line looks long, it moves fast. Prices are very reasonable for Midtown, especially considering the portion size you won’t leave hungry.“

“great food and great prices“

“Me and my family decide to have a late lunch here after seeing the advertisement and reviews on instagram. We loved the food! The atmosphere and service was amazing. Finally, we have a Mediterranean place close to home. You have to come try this place and by the way they have an outdoor in the back where you can have hookah for those who are interested.“

“My husband and I went to Forefeathers tonight for dinner, it was excellent. The chicken tenders were delicious, the pink dipping sauce was very good. The chicken sandwich that my husband had to amazing! Coleslaw was delicious, plenty of sauce and pickles. Fries were excellent….definitely will go back.“

“They have some frickin good lagman noodles! So delicious. Best laghman I've had and I'm married to a central Asian. We tried both types. Staff was nice and answered all my questions. Noodles were a perfect thickness and texture all around. Portions are big. Decor is super cute too I love the gourds!“

“Late night cravings led me to this food truck—and wow, they seriously delivered! Just look at this plate 🔥

Perfectly seasoned meat, crispy golden fries, fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy onions, and that signature creamy white sauce drizzled all over? Absolute chef’s kiss. The spice from the red sauce kicked in just right without being overpowering, and everything came together in the best kind of chaos you want from street food.

It’s the kind of meal that hits different when you’re standing under the city lights, plastic fork in hand, and the smell of grilled goodness in the air. Generous portions too—great for sharing (or not, no judgment 😎).

Highly recommend stopping by if you’re nearby. Bring your appetite—you’ll need it.“

“I’m visiting NJ (lived here for a long time) and wanted to eat some of my favorite foods. I ordered dinner from port of peri peri and it was perfectly cooked but missing my fries. I let that be known to the restaurant and received a small refund. Next night, I ordered dinner again and I received a large order of fries on the house as well as a discount card for 5% for dine in orders valid for one more week. Amazing customer service. If I were in NJ longer, I would surely order again! The food is absolutely delicious 😋“

“Very nice and clean place to eat from and respectful service“

“Great food and service ….“

“We’ve been obsessed with this place for the past couple months, the food is amazing I highly recommend it! The salito fries, cheesesteak and the mixed platters are my forever go to! If you’re ever close to this place please check it out!! ❤️“

“Not sure why negative comments , I have been coming here for a couple weeks now and the food is amazing and fresh they even make the buns fresh. My favorite is the grilled chicken sandwich. The staff is also very nice“

“My favorite halal cart. Everytime I got Steinway I go there. The food is always fresh, chicken and lamb always flavorful and a lot of veggies included too. He offers me a falafel while I wait everytime. The falafels are great too! Very friendly, highly recommend.“

“First time trying both the Chicken & Beef Doner Boxes.I was pleasantly surprised how GOOD everything was! The flavourful meats with fresh veggies and feta, with or without sauces, all combined with the unique bread is a great new dinning experience unlike anything else. I highly recommend giving this a try ! We will definitely be return customers ! The ladies were quite helpful and informative about the food and it's history as well as super nice !“

“Sooooooo glad they’ve an outpost in my backyard. Tastes like the one on 54th, without the long line in the cold. Seriously how is this place always near empty, must be a lot of pick up/uber orders. Usually come here instead of Starbucks neck door if I wanna do some light work out my apt. Staff are super nice.“

“Maged is the best! Love stopping here after getting off the train.“

“I am a chicken girl and can completely without reservation recommend any and all chicken dishes and sandwiches on the menu. I have had them all over and over. Also the French fries and green salad. They are my go to usually twice a week.Believe the listed menu needs to be updated price wise but still the best deals in town. A HuGE plus you have the Richard Tucker (google him) Park right across the street for seating. Linda“

“I usually visit Dave’s Hot Chicken at 7th Ave Brooklyn.
This time we went so late that it was just 40 minutes left in closing and they had put all the tables and chairs away (means the dine in was closed already) but the girl at the counter was so nice that she not only allowed us to take the chairs and sit but also suggested us to rate them on app to get a free drink (everyone loves free stuff..right??)
The food and atmosphere is always always so good. We love to go there at least twice a month (as far from our place). Highly recommended especially if you are looking for some good halal food.“

“KC is the best! Wonderful experience from the moment we walked im to the moment we walked out.

Not only is the food superb (Chapli and Chips Platter), KC's service was top notch! Best in NYC 🎉

Thank you KC for making our night 💖“

“Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked — you can really tell they take pride in what they serve. Every dish is hot and beautifully presented, and the portions were generous. The staff is friendly, attentive, and made sure I have everything I needed without being overbearing. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, making it a great spot whether you’re dining with family, friends, or on your own. Everything about this place exceeded my expectations — definitely one of the best meals I’ve had in a long time. Highly recommend this is my go to before I head to work.“

“Omer’s Mediterranean Cuisine is a great spot for lunch with friends or colleagues—perfect for good conversation over a delicious meal. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, making it easy to enjoy both the food and the company.

On my first visit, I tried the Spicy Lamb Adana. It was cooked perfectly—juicy, flavorful, and just the right amount of heat. You could really taste the quality of the lamb in every bite.

Definitely planning to come back to explore more of the menu. A solid choice for a satisfying Mediterranean lunch!“

“We went to River Edge branch on Friday night - the music and atmosphere are great.Restaurant is beautiful. They have very good singer/DJ, people were dancing till very late. Food is good too - we ordered lamb shish kebab, fried potatoes, stuffed mushrooms, samsa, some salads - everything was delicious. Highly recommended.“

“Tried for the first time yesterday, they exceeded my expectations. My cheesesteak was so good I could have ate another. I’m definitely coming back for more. Great food, fair prices, awesome service“

“OK, so a beef kebab isn't so photogenic, especially outdoors in the afternoon wind, but it did its job of keeping me sated through a long academic presentation at the nearby Italian Academy. Nice food truck selection for these college folks in Morningside.“

“The Boss Mike was so nice and welcoming, he really took care of us. The food was amazing he even gave us a sample of the kebab to try while we waited for our food which was incredible and he gave us a free drink overall 10/10 Will definitely come back“

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“Super excited that Shawarma Bay has a store now! The food is still super good and fresh and staff are super nice. We got the combo over rice and had to get the lemon sauce. Highly recommend checking out their store location if you can't make it to their food truck. The only downside is that there isn't a lot of seating.“

“I luv it I would recommend Juicys💕💕💕“

“Great food!! Extremely friendly, and accommodating staff! When we come back to the area we will definitely be going back here! Highly recommend!“

“Great food,clean organized. light everywhere.i love it.a little expensive but it's worth it because the personal treatment,and good vibes.will come back often,and secure,you see cops everywhere.because of the precint.try their chicken wings!!“

“The food is always on point. Been going here for years 🙏“

“I have been coming to this place since they first opened. It was sad to see the Chinese restaurant go but this place makes you think they have been there your whole life. I have had countless meals here and I have not had one miss. I am very happy that its priced fairly and it is a good amount of food. I wish had some pictures but I am always so quick to dig in. I love that they are always adding new things to the menu so I can literally go here multiple times per day. I would suggest if you live nearby to go through the menu and order one item at a time and try to pick a favorite because I have yet to be able to pick one because everything is so good.“

“Phenomenal Falafel here! It looks like a regular halal food cart which are all over NYC, but make no mistake, this one is special. The falafel recipe at this place is so very good! Great friendly service too! Do yourself a favor and go get some today!!!“

“I walked into Halal Cajun Platters and the man who was there treated me like family. I never met him in my entire life and I came in to get a green juice but I didn’t have enough money to pay for it. However the man who was at the counter treated me with so much love and kindness. The food is so incredible and every single thing on the menu is the best food you will ever eat and that’s because it is made with so much love. You will never find a spot like this in your life so many places make a bunch of food but there is no love! The vibes of this restaurant are incredible!!! If you are looking for a place that feels like home PLEASE COME!!!!!!!❤️“

“I loved everything about this place, not only the fact that their food is 100% guaranteed halal but also just how amazing the employees are too. I went with a group of friends and we all order a mix of things, some of their veggie options, the vegetable dumplings, chicken skewers, and braised beef noodles. When I say that you definitely get your moneys worth, I mean it. It was so good I even saved the location on google maps so I can come back more often! The food was amazing and I would definitely recommend to come try it out!!“

“Every time we come to NYC, Kwik Meal is a must. The food is always warm and taste so good. We typically eat here every night. It’s a great price for the amount of food that you receive.“

“I highly recommend this food truck. My food delivery experience with Eat Real Halal was great. Ordering was simple and seamless. The food was very flavorful! I really enjoyed the mixed (lamb/chicken) over rice with white sauce. I’ll definitely be ordering again!“

“Finally some good halal in midtown east! I got the chicken over rice with extra white sauce, it was really hearty and delicious. The chickpeas are a nice touch. Very reasonably priced for the area ($9 as of 7/3/24) and they take Apple Pay which is convenient. Definitely adding this to my office lunch rotation!“

“This isn’t the most trendy or popular spot in town but I promise their quality is really good. The food is made with love. The employees here are extremely kind. And the price is really generous for the quality and quantity you get. I’m definitely going to be back a lot.“

“Love that the protein has veggies rather than the protein just by itself. Def more flavorful and not as dry as you'll find it on other halal carts (where you may heavily rely on the white sauce to deal with the dryness). Nice guy too, and if you want more or less veg just let him know.“