The Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex is home to one of the most diverse halal dining landscapes in the United States. With its rapidly growing population, the region offers everything from authentic Lebanese and Persian specialties to innovative halal-friendly takes on American favorites like Cajun gumbo and Nashville hot chicken.
Here are some of the best halal restaurants around DFW, each bringing unique flavors to the table:
Silver Spoon (Allen, TX)
The first zabiha halal restaurant in DFW and the longest-running Pakistani eatery in the area. Known for its chicken chapli kabab and Lahori fish.
1223 W McDermott Dr #85, Allen, TX | (972) 907-0090
Swamp Cafe (Dallas, TX)
A Cajun-Creole haven serving halal gumbo, po’ boys, red beans and rice, and even muffulettas with beef salami and turkey pastrami.
17721 Dallas Pkwy Suite 104, Dallas, TX | (972) 818-7888
Queen of Sheba (Addison, TX)
Ethiopian dining at its best with halal lamb, chicken, and beef. Favorites include doro wat and kitfo, served on spongy injera with vibrant veggie sides.
14875 Inwood Rd, Addison, TX | (972) 525-7966
(Richardson, TX)
One of the top Nashville hot chicken spots in DFW, serving all-halal meats thanks to requests from the Muslim community.
100 S Central Expy #18, Richardson, TX | (214) 272-3735
Afrah Mediterranean Restaurant & Pastries (Richardson, TX)
A legendary Lebanese-inspired spot, offering shawarma sandwiches, a popular lunch buffet, and pastries perfect for groups.
318 E Main St, Richardson, TX | (972) 234-9898
Aladdin Mediterranean Café (Fort Worth, TX)
A Fort Worth favorite for spicy samosas, beef sambousek, and eggplant moussaka.
9500 Ray White Rd #163, Fort Worth, TX | (817) 799-8009
Café Laziz (Dallas, TX)
Known for butter chicken, mutton korma, and hearty biryani dishes.
9203 Skillman St Suite 108, Dallas, TX | (469) 802-6017
Halal Cuts Taco Restaurant & Meat Shop (Irving, TX)
A butcher shop turned restaurant, serving halal tacos, burritos, brisket, and Tex-Mex favorites.
3642 N Belt Line Rd, Irving, TX | (469) 382-4243
Wava Halal Grill (Dallas, TX)
NYC-inspired street food with kebabs, gyros, and falafel.
3611 Greenville Ave A, Dallas, TX | (469) 778-0787
Fadi’s Mediterranean Grill (Dallas, TX)
A popular spot for Mediterranean plates, gluten-free bread, and must-try spinach pies. Great for catering and big parties.
3001 Knox St #110, Dallas, TX | (214) 528-1800
Shawarma Basha (Arlington, TX)
Find halal meats in Arlington at this spot, where the tandoori sandwich, beef kabob plate, and falafel won’t disappoint.
1201 W Arbrook Blvd #101, Arlington, TX 76015, USA | (817) 422-9909