17 best halal restaurants in London

Once upon a time, finding a halal restaurant in London threw up a fairly restricted list of options. Most were limited to kebab shops and fast-food options, but London being the cosmopolitan city that it is, has changed its halal food offering for the better. You can now find a whole host of halal-friendly restaurants across the capital, from steakhouses to fine dining spots to good old reliable chains. Some offer dedicated halal menus, while others might only serve halal chicken for example, but to help make your search so much easier, we’ve rounded up the best halal restaurants London has to offer. While we love a great vegetarian option as much as the next person, these places mean you need not restrict yourself to a meatless meal if you don’t want to.

First, a quick lesson. What actually is halal meat? Meat that is halal must adhere to the Islamic law of slaughtering animals, which means the animal must be alive and healthy at the time of killing (it cannot die of illness or natural causes) and must not experience unnecessary suffering. Halal translates as ‘permissible’ in Arabic, meaning that halal food is permissible to eat in terms of Islamic law.

Restaurants serving a range of cuisines are catching on to the fact that more people are on the hunt for halal options. One of the most popular requests we get is for halal fine dining restaurants in London, so we’ve made sure to include a decent selection of fancy places in this list. Elsewhere, you can find trendy brunch spots, crowd-pleasing burger restaurants, upmarket steakhouses and a wealth of Middle Eastern places serving halal dishes.

Whatever you have a craving for, be it a juicy rib eye, an indulgent chicken burger or a gastronomic tasting menu, you can find it below. Do note that while these menus are correct at the time of writing, we do recommend you check with your chosen restaurant when booking for any changes to menus.

Berenjak, Soho and Borough

What: One of the best spots in the capital for proper Persian cooking, Berenjak serves up sharing style mezze plates, charcoal grilled kebabs and hearty stews using the best of British produce. Watch the chefs cook endless rounds of baked sourdough flatbreads in a clay tandoor oven, then enjoy with myriad dips – think clay-cooked aubergines with walnuts and onions, and yoghurt with goat’s curd and shallots.
Where: 1 Bedale Street, SE1 9AL; 27 Romilly Street, W1D 5AL
Book now: Berenjak Soho, Berenjak Borough

Dishoom, Various London locations

What: Good news! Dishoom’s all-day menu is entirely halal, with all its lamb and chicken coming from certified suppliers. That means you can enjoy classics such as its Chicken Ruby Murray and Lamb Sheekh Kebabs with a free conscience.
Where: Various London locations
Book now: Dishoom Covent Garden, Dishoom Shoreditch, Dishoom King’s Cross, Dishoom Carnaby and more

Chutney Mary, St James's

What: All chicken dishes, and a selection of lamb dishes, are halal at fine dining Indian restaurant Chutney Mary. Located in the heart of St James's, this atmospheric spot serves modern Indian plates and creative cocktails for those seeking something a little more special than your standard Korma. Choose from the a la carte, tasting or weekday lunch menus, while on weekends it serves a two or three-course brunch all day. 
Where: 73 St James's Street, SW1A 1PH
Book now: Chutney Mary

Zelman Meats Harvey Nichols, Knightsbridge

What: On the hunt for a halal-friendly steak restaurant? Zelman Meats is just the ticket, a modern steakhouse in London department store Harvey Nichols serving high-quality halal beef steaks. Choose your cut – be it rib eye, fillet, striploin or piranha – or opt for the Zelman Plate if you can’t decide. Even its juicy Wagyu burger is halal, an extravagant creation filled with cheddar, crispy onions, pickles and sriracha burger sauce.
Where: 109-125 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7RJ
Book now: Zelman Meats Harvey Nichols

Cristina's Steak, Barking

What: Keeping things casual, Cristina’s has been serving the locals of Barking since 2012, putting the focus on creating a relaxed and unpretentious environment that’s all about the steaks! Not only will you find a selection of prime cuts on the menu, but all the meat here is halal, showcasing the site’s commitment to quality produce. Tuck into the likes of rump, T-bone or sirloin steaks all served with a delightful bone marrow gravy. There’s also a pretty hefty roast up for grabs if you’re in the area on a Sunday.
Where: 8-10 North Street, IG11 8AW
Book now: Cristina's Steak

Hoppers, Various London locations

What: Forever popular Hoppers serves vibrant Sri Lankan plates centred around tasty snacks, karis, hoppers, rice dishes, roasts, chutneys and sambols. For a real flavour of what it has to offer, order a selection of dishes from every section of the menu. We suggest mutton rolls with hot sauce, egg hoppers, hot butter squid, prawn kari and banana leaf roasted bream.
Where: 49 Frith Street, W1D 4SG; Pancras Square, N1C 4AG; 77 Wigmore Street, W1U 1QE
Book now: Hoppers Soho, Hoppers King’s Cross, Hoppers Marylebone

Veeraswamy, Piccadilly

What: Located on London’s prestigious Regent Street, Veeraswamy is the oldest surviving Indian restaurant in the capital. Take a seat inside its ornate dining room, awash with rich colours and beautiful patterns, and enjoy a selection of contemporary dishes, from slow-cooked favourites to lighter seafood options. All its chicken is halal, as well as a good selection of lamb dishes.
Where: 99 Regent Street, W1B 4RS
Book now: Veeraswamy

Meatliquor, Various London locations

What: Famed for its outrageous burgers and rock ‘n’ roll spirit, Meatliquor is a grungy meat-focused chain with sites all across London. Stick to its chicken burgers if you’re on the hunt for halal options, with creations including the Tower Block, featuring cheddar cheese sauce, hash browns, pickled jalapenos, slaw and spicy 1000 island sauce, and the Clustercluck filled with green chilli butter, cheese sauce, and white onions.
Where: Various London locations
Book now: Meatliquor Soho, Meatliquor Queensway, Meatliquor Oxford Circus, Meatliquor Battersea and more

The Great Chase, Clerkenwell

What: Everything on the menu at The Great Chase is halal, so you can choose freely. It’s also completely alcohol-free! The menu revolves around meaty favourites, like Scotch eggs and dry-aged steaks. On weekends, people pile in to consume its Sunday roast, served with roast potatoes, spiced carrots, red cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, stuffing, gravy and Yorkshires.
Where: 316 St John Street, EC1V 4NT
Book now: The Great Chase

Honest Burgers, Various London locations

What: Although Honest Burgers has yet to start serving halal beef, all of its chicken is halal certified, free range and handled seperately to stop cross contamination. So, what's on the menu? We like its pesto chicken burger, featuring basil pesto and brown butter mustard mayo, and the buffalo chicken burger, which sees cereal-fried chicken, American cheese, buffalo sauce and ranch mayo inside a brioche bun.
Where: Various London locations
Book now: Honest Burgers Soho, Honest Burgers Oxford Circus, Honest Burgers King’s Cross, Honest Burgers Brixton and more

Kashmir, Putney

What: You’ll find a wealth of halal options on the menu at Kashmir, a neigbourhood Indian restaurant in leafy Putney. Bright, modern decor and an extensive selection of contemporary dishes puts it in a different category to your local curry house though. Discover a large range of meat, fish, vegan and vegetarian dishes, from beetroot and corn kebabs to lamb kofta cooked with prunes and Kashmiri spices.
Where: 18 Lacy Road, SW15 1NL
Book now: Kashmir

Beit el Zaytoun, Harlesden

What: Bringing a slice of Lebanon to London, Beit el Zaytoun serves authentic Lebanese cuisine with a range of eat-in and takeaway options. Enjoy everything from traditional Lebanese pizza to charcoal grills to a multi-course cooked breakfast to share.
Where: 15-17 Barretts Green Road, NW10 7AE
Book now: Beit el Zaytoun

Kibele Restaurant, Fitzrovia

What: Experience classic Turkish cuisine at Kibele Restaurant on Great Portland Street. Every dish on the menu is halal, which is a good thing because you’ll want to order it all! Kick off with a selection of starters, such as Manti (Turkish dumplings) with yoghurt and paprika butter, and honey glazed halloumi fries with muhammara dip. For main course, choose from a selection of grills, skewers, braises and bakes.
Where: 175-177 Great Portland Street, W1W 5PJ
Book now: Kibele Restaurant

Cinnamon Bazaar, Covent Garden

What: A celebration of the vibrant bazaars in India, Cinnamon Bazaar serves snacks, chaat and exciting bazaar plates that are sure to light up your tastebuds. All its chicken and lamb is halal, and we highly recommend you order its rich tandoor lamb cannon cooked in peshwari sauce. Plenty of dishes are veggie too, including cumin brioche with tangy peas and peanuts, and Calcutta spiced beetroot cakes with raisins and kasundi mustard.
Where: 28 Maiden Lane, WC2E 7JS
Book now: Cinnamon Bazaar

Megan’s, Various London locations

What: Everyone knows the best thing to order at Megan’s is its kebabs, and you can choose whichever one you like thanks to the fact that its chicken, lamb and sucuk ‘Turkish chorizo’ are all halal. They’re always a winner: think fluffy flatbreads topped with pickled red cabbage and onions, harissa hummus and your choice of meat or veggie equivalent.
Where: Various London locations
Book now: Megan’s Richmond, Megan’s Battersea Power Station, Megan’s Wimbledon and more

Jeru, Mayfair

What: Jeru serves luxurious plates inspired by the Middle East and Mediterranean, with dishes cooked over charcoal from an open kitchen. Start with halloumi doughnuts served with goat's curd and truffle honey, followed by slow-cooked Welsh lamb with aubergine ezme and mint dressing.
Where: 11 Berkeley Street, W1J 8DS
Book now: Jeru

Rosa's Thai, Various London locations

What: Although the popular Thai chain isn't 100% halal, all its chicken is sourced from a certified halal butcher, so you can feast on favourites like chicken satay, alongside plenty of crowd-pleasing noodle dishes, curries, soups and sides. 
Where: Various London locations
Book now: Rosa's Thai Soho, Rosa's Thai Seven Dials, Rosa's Thai Wimbledon, Rosa's Thai Chelsea and more

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