Halal Food in Chicago (2025)

A Devon Avenue landmark where Chicago discovered richly spiced nihari, charga chicken, and charcoal-grilled kababs. Recognized as a Bib Gourmand by the Michelin Guide and praised by Eater Chicago, it remains a community gathering place for big family meals.

Beloved for frontier chicken, beef seekh, and goat chops fired in a tandoor you can see from your table. Frequently highlighted by Eater Chicago and Time Out, Khan’s no-frills setting keeps focus on the spice, smoke, and neighborhood bustle.

A late-night institution known for generous biryanis, thalis, and paratha rolls at student-friendly prices. Celebrated on Eater Chicago’s affordable dining lists and loved by locals across its city locations; the Devon address is the mothership.

Downtown-adjacent spot for zabiha halal Pakistani standards—goat karahi, pulao, and late hours—plus a prayer space downstairs. Halal certification is confirmed by Halal Monitoring Services and it’s often cited by local diners for consistent value.

Albany Park’s Yemeni cooks turn out fragrant mandi, haneeth, and clay-pot stews. Featured by Eater Chicago and HMS-certified, it’s where families share platters of lamb and mulawwah bread in a space that feels proudly neighborhood.

Father-and-son team serving Egyptian staples—hawawshi, koshary, and daily molokhia—on historic Maxwell Street. Spotlighted by Chicago Magazine and covered by Eater Chicago, it’s a singular lens on Egypt’s home cooking in Chicago.

Family-run since 1991, this Hyde Park favorite feeds generations with Palestinian-leaning Middle Eastern plates—shawarma, maklouba, and more. It’s a neighborhood anchor often praised by locals for warm service and halal options.

Since 1976, Old Town’s Old Jerusalem has served falafel, kefta, and shawarma to generations of Chicagoans. A stalwart with a full halal menu noted by community guides, it remains a reliable stop before or after browsing Wells Street.

Wicker Park’s independent Lebanese spot turning out halal shawarma, kabobs, and mezze. Community guides confirm its halal operations, and locals praise it for fair prices and dependable flavors late into the evening.

Brothers Fahim and Faraz Sardharia blend Pakistani and Indian traditions with Chicago flair; all meats are zabiha halal. Regularly referenced by local press, it’s a polished but personal room for grilled chops, karahis, and naan.

A Devon go-to for Karachi-style bun kabab, pani puri, and chaat—street food made halal and nostalgic. Celebrated by South Asian Chicagoans and noted by local writers, it’s the stop when you crave classic desi snack-shop energy.

Albany Park’s Persian counter-service favorite—juicy koobideh, chenjeh, torsh chicken, and saffron rice—using zabiha halal meats. Featured on Eater Chicago’s Middle Eastern map and active in the neighborhood’s late-night dining scene.