The Best Halal Restaurants in Houston

Indulge in Mediterranean-style burger, cheesy smash burgers, Lebanese and Turkish pizzas, birria tacos, and kebabs that are all halal

The greater Houston area is home to more than 200,000 Muslims, making it the largest Islamic community in Texas. As such, there’s no shortage of great restaurants serving halal foods.

Halal, meaning “permissible” in Arabic, refers to foods prepared in accordance with Islamic dietary guidelines, including specific slaughtering practices for meat. In Houston, a city renowned for celebrating its diverse communities and culinary traditions, halal food comes in delightfully diverse flavors, including Southeast Asian, Mexican fusion, Persian, Lebanese, Moroccan, and Texas barbecue.

Muslims worldwide will celebrate the holiday of Ramadan from Friday, February 28, to Sunday, March 30. During this time, Muslims follow a daily fast from sunup to sundown, which is followed by the iftar meal, a time for feasting and reflection. As many Houstonians gear up for the celebrations, here are some of the city’s essential restaurants that serve halal eats during Ramadan and year-round.