Basically Halal

316 N Arch Rd Ste A, Richmond
(804) 924-4149

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Jason Barcenas

I stumbled across this place and it was excellent in service, also there cafe next door was phenomenal I had there chicken Shwarma and falafel along with there lotus Latte, the Shwarma was perfect with the sweetness of there pomegranate molasses, the falafel had a nice crispness with there herb filling gave it a nice lift, will return for more .

Al P.

The food was outstanding—flavorful, well-prepared, and clearly made with attention to detail. We ordered the mix platter and it exceeded our expectations. The meat was delicious and plentiful. The Persian pickles and pickled turnips took this dish over the top.

The service was equally impressive. Staff were friendly, attentive, and efficient, creating a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere.

Prices were very reasonable, especially considering the quality and portion sizes. Overall, Basically Halal is a fantastic spot and definitely worth a visit if you’re looking for delicious food, great service, and good value.

Jenn Farag

Hands down the worst customer service experience ever. They messed up our order and then had the nerve to accuse my boyfriend of trying to scam them — because they couldn’t get the order right. We drove 40 minutes for a beef platter (he’s super picky and only eats beef), and they gave us beef AND chicken.
We called, let them know the order was wrong, and they told us to come back and they’d fix it. So we drove another 40 minutes, only to be met with rudeness and accusations? Over a $14 plate??

And let’s be real, the food’s not even that good. Never again.

Michael

Just great food!!!!!

Lowell Ivy

We ordered carry out and it was excellent. Will be coming back. Thank you

Kha Kersch

Food was really good . Had a falafel wrap , beef sharwama & a chicken rice platter today . I am kinda shocked by these reviews , I’ve eaten there a few times & never had any issues . Staff is friendly , music they playing is obliviously amazing . Crazy how our Arab community comments here on this place . 2 very young people opened this & tbh I bet if you are dissatisfied with the food , tell them and they fix it . Mc Donald’s mess up orders daily , yall return to that place right ? But don’t wanna give a non chain restaurant a chance . Btw try next door also owned by the basically halal owner , „ Keffiyeh Cafe „ it’s amazing 😍 . Monoculture of my falafel because I ate it fast 😂

D. C.

Been going consistently since they opened and they never disappoint! Always delicious and fresh

nigel Black

The food and flavor is in the first word of the name of the establishment BASIC… but the customer service and atmosphere is 5/5.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 5

Cactus L

We LOVED this place!! I've been wanting to stop by here for so long and finally did today. I got the chicken platter and crisby fries, and whaaattt!?!??! It was SOOOO GOOOOD!!! The whole dang platter was to die for and the fries!?! The sauce?!?!!! TOO good. We were blown away and will absolutley be coming back! The bakalava was also sooo good. I'm gonna call this Basically Phenomhalal ;)

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Shawarma Platter

Teyib Oumar

Good job

Service: 5

Faheem Lea

Simple menu of fresh and delicious food, clean atmosphere, and friendly service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jimmy Abed

Moe is the beast at this restaurant

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

jackleg2007

Clean place. Good food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Shawarma Platter

Claudia Webb

I've eaten here every Sat for a month maybe longer ! I Love Love the Delicious Food. But, Did Ya'll change the rice ? LOVE the original white colored aromatic rice instead of the yellow. Great Food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Shawarma Platter, Chicken Shawarma Combo

Richik Nilay Mukherjee

I have been a regular customer since May 2024 and I must say this is an excellent place for reasonably priced good quality food in great quantity. What’s even better is the customer service and warmth of the men who work there. Once they ended up making my food too spicy and greasy for my taste, and I mentioned it the next time I was ordering. They went above and beyond to make the food perfect for me. Please support this business ❤️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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