NYC HALAL EATS (Chicago)

Very nice restaurant. Place was clean, as were the bathrooms, and the staff were friendly. Art on the wall was also very cool. However, after we ordered our food, (3 burgers, a chicken platter, and fries), we received it 40 minutes later. Now it might have been a bit busy, but people ordering after us got their meals quicker. They also didn’t mark on the boxes which burger was which. Made it a bit difficult to tell who got what. Food was delicious though. Would recommend.

Absolutely delicious food and great service! The combo platter with gyro and chicken over rice topped with white sauce was packed with flavor and perfectly cooked. The crispy fries and fresh, colorful salad were a great addition. The fried fish was crispy outside and tender inside. Loved the refreshing lime drink too! Everything was fresh, hot, and super tasty. Highly recommend this spot for anyone craving quality halal food. Will definitely be coming back

First time visiting the U.S., and NYC Halal Eats in Chicago was one of our highlights! The food was absolutely amazing — flavorful, fresh, and generous in portion. One meal was enough for two people to share, and we actually enjoyed it so much we went back for a second round during our trip. Quality and quantity were both spot on. Highly recommended if you’re in the area. We’ll definitely be back if we visit Chicago again!

NYC Halal Eats on Devon is definitely worth a try. My friend and I ordered the mixed platter and 12-piece chicken wings (half with buffalo sauce, and the other half with garlic parmesan). The platter was nice and tasted how we expected. The fries were well seasoned and crispy. The sauces on top had a good flavor and the side salad was a nice, refreshing addition to the meal. The only slight critique in our opinion was that the rice had whole spices in it. When served as a fast food/street food kind of meal, it was something I wasn’t expecting. The sauces on the wings were good, but the the wings weren’t crispy at all despite coming out steaming hot and fresh. However, we did get much more than 12 wings. They were very small in size but we got about 14 of each flavor, which was a pleasant surprise. The staff was very kind and it seemed like they were working pretty fast, but we still got our order about 25 minutes after we paid. Overall, it was a pleasant experience and we recommend that you give it a try! We’ll definitely be going back soon.

Overall good experience. We ordered The Mixed platter with chicken and lamb, the Philly cheese steak, chicken fajita, and fried shrimp. All of the food was good. The shrimp, fries, and breads were crispy, the meat was well seasoned, and the salad on the platter was refreshing. The prices are excellent. We took leftovers home as no one was able to eat it all. The restaurant was clean and well maintained. The only issue I had is there is one person running the front counter and assembling the food. We went at lunch time, and it looked like she could really use an extra set of hands!

I don't know for some reason I thought they didn't close until 4 AM but they close at 3:30 AM so when I got there at three, I was told there was only a couple things that I could get because they were about to close and you know, I came from the south suburbs so it was about an hour drive so that was no Bueno but what I could get was a platter. I ordered the seafood one with extra sauce on top and the food was delicious the fish and shrimp was fresh and hot the rice and fries not as hot, but still delicious. Whatever that white sauce is it's a hit. I'm gonna try to buy a whole bottle next time. I'll definitely go back again Just earlier.

Came in for lunch. I got the must-try- mixed combo. Grilled chicken and lamb over rice, white sauce, a side salad, and fries. I added the hot sauce to it too. It wasn't too bad. I like it. The white sauce was a bit more running than I liked. I would like more meat to match the rice portion. But overall not too bad. The side salad was plain but okay. I would come back

We tried the chicken and lamb platters. Both of them are good and worth the try, but we liked Lamb platter a bit more. The chicken tenders were not so great. The Fajitas are also good. Overall it’s a very good choice. The food is also affordable. They don’t have a parking facility, need to use the street parking.

I see the reviews mentioning bad service but I didn't have the same experience. Maybe the night staff is friendlier, since we walked in at around 12:30am and were greeted with smiles. The food came out pretty fast, and was hot. We ate in. Not the cleanest tables, I have to admit, Everyone was impressed with the flavors. The meat was seasoned well, not too salty, moist and not overcooked. We ordered two mixed platters and two gyros. We were super full and had leftovers. The white sauce was SO GOOD. I want it on everything, for ever. Compared to similar places the prices were reasonable. For what we ordered, and the portions we received anyway. I wanna get back as soon as I can, but the flavors are strong and distinct, so I can see getting tired of it. I can see myself going back once a month or so.

The playlist needs an update, the same head banging songs on repeat was getting annoying. The service was good, the ladies in the kitchen were all working as fast as they could to get all the food out together. Ordered a bunch of items from the menu but it was a little underwhelming in terms of flavors. The MOE Burger didn't look like much but it was the best tasting item we ordered!!! - definitely going back for it

Sitting in the car, and I'm refusing to order food. My man saw foxcito's review and darted here. I'm in the middle of my workday, so while he's paying to park, I walk in holding my laptop. I smiled at the female cashier and said hi! She scoffed, rolled her eyes and started busying herself with a rag and a clean counter. Really? Then a patron pulled out a phone and started filming me on the sly... is it because I'm African-American? Because I'm holding a laptop? Is it my glasses or my grey shoes? I wanted my man to get his food made right, so I sat and waited. Here's hoping the food is good. So owners, do you serve Black people?

The platter comes with both rice and fries. The sauces are the real deal. It's good and fills you up to the core

I enjoyed the gyro and white sauce, but I was less of a fan of the chicken and rice. The rice had an off flavor that didn't go well with the meats. The French fries with white sauce were delicious. Great white sauce!

Love this place, saw on tiktok and we decided to go. The drive was a bit long but it worth it. The amount of food they pack chicken. The employee was very nice. And she welcome everyone into the restaurant. Street parking. Price is reasonable. The menu is big. Will come back to try other food on the menu.

I didn't experience any rudeness like many reviewers. Food wasn't the worst nor the best. Decent. I don't know of many halal places near downtown but this particular neighborhood has plenty. What sets this place apart is they're an American version because aside from falafel & various Indian or Mediterranean dishes they serve New York classics such as Philly cheese steaks & chopped cheese. The price point is definitely on the higher side because I paid almost $40 for two entrees & a side. Exercise patients because the food will take upwards of 10-15 minutes. The fries were the worst of the bunch. They could benefit with some seasoning. I wanted to indulge in the interesting milkshakes such as Cinnamon Toast Crunch & fruity pebbles but maybe another time.

So happy to hear NYC halal eats in Chicago.. I had this place when in NYC in it was on point. We had the lamb gyro & jerk chicken, which I would def recommend. Open till 4 am, so now I don't have to worry if we want some late night eat now.. Get here & enjoy!

The fish and chicken platters were tasty, but our instructions were not followed for a example we ordered NO white sauce but we were giving plenty and it was a complete over kill on the food, we also received green onions on the fajitas when we specifically said NO onions and the packaging of food were not handled with care.

Great food and service even on a busy day. Definitely the place to visit. Highly recommend the chop cheese and the lamb platter. ~Happy

Where culinary disasters are redefined. For the bargain price of $48, I was served a philly steak that resembled a culinary crime scene--a horrifying mush of dubious origins, melded with ancient cheese and embalmed in mysterious spices. Any self-respecting Philadelphian would weep at the sight of this monstrosity. The NYC gyro? An identity crisis on a plate, tasting suspiciously like chicken tikka masala. If cultural confusion was their aim, they've nailed it. Forget about the French fries. Your 'five guys' don't work here. But the crowning achievement of this gastronomic horror show was the "fresh" lemon, a steal at $4. Imagine my surprise when I discovered it was worse than Kool-Aid, and about as fresh as a decade-old fruitcake. Do yourself a monumental favor and stick to the reliable pizzas, burgers and fries. Don't squander your money or energy on this travesty. Unless, of course, you have a peculiar craving for subpar Indian/Pakistani takeout masquerading as a Philly-NYC fusion. In that case, this might just be your culinary nirvana. Bon appétit! Or perhaps more fittingly, abandon all hope, whomever may so choose to enter here.

Service need a lot more training and common sense . Don't enjoy my experience, the food is also not worth coming back unfortunately, we were really excited about new halal bud but it didn't meet any minimum expectations. Disappointing

Keep it moving, not a solid spot. The cheesesteak and the chopped cheese were both broke.

Me and my siblings came here on Eid and although the restaurant was a little on the warmer side inside, the staff made us feel really welcome and apologized for the AC issues at the time. Service was great and the chopped cheese was so good! As was the other sandwich my brother got. I have happily been back since, AC is working just great and same great service and delicious food. Makes me want to try everything on the menu!!

If I could give this place zero stars I would. I was so excited to try to this place, but they have ZERO customer service. I was ready to place my order and I asked the cashier (some guy) if this is where i placed my order and he completely ignored me and went about answering his cell phone. This was at 10pm and they were not busy, so idk what was going on, but I will not be returning here.

This place has some of the rudest people working there. We walked in and waited a few minutes, nobody acknowledged us. Then we walk up to the register and whoever the cashier was didn't even look at us, when we asked him where do we order, he picks up his cell phone and turns away from us lol. Garbage service, we walked out right then and there. Avoid this place like the plague.

I have tried a few dish and I have yet to be disappointed with service, the quality of the food, the rapid turnaround from placing the order to completion! And they are open late!

We ordered online and received a text saying our order was ready. Then when we got inside we waited for over an hour, when we asked about the food they said another 30 minutes. We left without any food. Very disappointed we were excited to try this place, but won't be coming back.

Customer Service wasn't bad but I would've appreciated if the cashier communicated that they "ran out of Lamb" before I paid then telling after the fact when I saw he was talking to one of the food preps before I paid. Kinda hard to believe a Halal restaurant ran out of Lamb but I chopped it up to them being a new location. I paid for a Lamb Gyro, Chicken Philly, and loaded cheese fries instead I got a Chicken Gyro, Chicken Philly and fries with cheese. Which would have been okay if the food quality made up for it. The Food wasn't bad but I think this restaurant is more about quantity and the look /aesthetic of the food as opposed to the actual flavor.

Ok, let me start off with the fact the this place was so bad that I just made my first yelp account to review them. I came here to eat with my daughter and we asked for milkshakes on our way out, I waited about 15 minutes while watching the staff gossip and stand around till I mentioned how long till my milkshakes are ready. The employee who took my order apologized for forgetting to start making them. No one seemed to know how to work the milkshake machine so I continued to wait another 15 minutes before both my milkshakes were ready. After taking a few sips of my milkshake I sip up a metal SCREW!! how could they let something like this happened? I almost choked, or broke my tooth.

perfect late night spot for friends! i'm a regular here and have gone multiple times a week. the staff are very friendly and recognize my friends and always greet us with a smile. the platters are insanely filling for their price and are always loaded with fries, a salad, rice, a choice of meat, and their delicious white sauce! sometimes, it's so full that they can't close the box. no matter what day of the week, it's always filled with people at night and every one of their sauces compliment their foods perfectly. their red sauce is the spiciest sauce i've ever tried, which is great since i have such a high tolerance and it's hard to find a restaurant with a spicy sauce that satisfies me. their lemonades are so refreshing and always runs out later at night. also, Sayheed has the best service and always makes sure me and my friends leave happy.

The food is seasoned very very good. The times I've been there the service has been great.

Good food and service the Ambiance is pleasant and the atmosphere is great too. Am I glad to have found this restaurant in my area

Place really went downhill. Besides the fact that the owner stands over the food picking his nose. It was great in the beginning.

So I visited a different location and the staff and food was great. I was excited about this location opening. Unfortunately, the wait was too long, and the food was so so. My platter looked nothing like the one on video or close to the one i previously purchased at the other location. There were tik tokers present who were all behind the counter filming. That's not right at all. The platter that they made for tik tokersdid not look like mines. Considering the commute there I'll opt for a fabulous Indian bakery and restaurant where the wait is not long and the food is banging.

The food was amazing I came from seeing them on social media all over the place one thing they should work on is the girls in the front paying more attention to the customers I had the Philly cheese steak and platter the bread they make there Philly is the best I ever had and holds very well definitely will be coming back but they should focus more on the front girls front are in La La land