If you want flavorful charcoal grilled meat- this is the food cart to go to. This place always has a line but it moves fast so don't be intimidated. We ordered a kofta platter as well as a half chicken- both came with two soups, one tomato based the other was I believe a orzo base with a side salad and two types of rice with side of hot sauce and white sauce. The sides were a nice touch since it's a little different from other halal carts but it's really the smoky herbs of the meat that really sings. For these two platters it cost us 29 dollars total and that's pretty reasonable for a meal for two people with leftovers as well. Give them a try! read more

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Tasty long fresh hot sandwiches. A good cart is hit and miss and today was a big hit. I ordered the chicken sandwich. It canne with lettuce, white sauce and hot sauce. Simple but perfectly done. The sauce doesn't drench the sandwich but it's very satisfying. The hot sauce gives it a nice kick. Plus the sandwich is very big s so you can share, save some or just feast. Mera's Tip: get a sandwich but ask for less lettuce. read more

Farid Kebab - Halal Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Used to be a really good spot for good food but I guess not anymore. He shows attitude rather than helping out. I ordered two mix grill. The chicken was good but the beef was dry and chewy. For the price food should be better as this is a cart. read more

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Famous for their kofta sandwich it no mystery why. It's delicious. All you get is charcoal grilled kofta with tahini and arugula on a fresh roll and that's all you need. It's perfect. I wouldn't hesitate to try anything off the grill here read more

Farid Kebab - Sandwich kofte - Halal Near Me - Astoria, New York

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My favorite food cart in Queens! Kofta Kebab Sandwiches are delicious.. goodness.. nothing else to say about that. I mean the flavor is perfect. Ask for extra white sauce. I suggest calling ahead and making sure that they are open before walking down to the cart. Usually after 5/6pm they are stationed on Steinway. read more

Farid Kebab - Kofta Kebab Sandwich - Halal Near Me - Astoria, New York

One of the best food trucks in all of NYC. Literally everything they make is good worth trying all the items on the menu you will not be disappointed. This food truck puts other restaurants to shame. The sandwich's are a personal favorite. Definitely worth trying then out if your in the neighborhood. read more

This is my favorite food cart in Astoria, in a crowded great place for street food. Halal half chicken, chicken and beef kababs, cooked year round over charcoal. Absolutely delicious, and though the other reviewer felt the platters weren't a good value, I have to say I disagree. Platters are amazing, if you get the half chicken, it comes with two soups typically(depending on supply) and a salad. Its served over two types of rice, and though I usually get this platter for myself, the meal could easily be shared between two people. At ten bucks, well worth it. This is my favorite dish here, though the kabab sandwiches are great, reasonably priced, and served on toasted bread with the dough pulled out. A couple of tips here, Sundays and dinner time hours you'll find yourself waiting for a long time, so be prepared to wait. It takes at least ten minutes even when there isn't a long wait. Though it says they deliver, I don't think that they do. I think they're overwhelmed with orders, and won't answer the number listed. I've tried, on several occasions, to call ahead for pickup without any luck. The last thing would mention is to ask for tahini. They used to only serve tahini and hot sause, but with the popularity of the ubiquitous white sauce, think they caved because everyone asks for it. Really great charcoal grilled food here. read more

Farid Kebab - Don't think they deliver, they're always too busy when I stop by. - Halal Near Me - Astoria, New York

That chicken sandwich is legit. The chicken was grilled very well, giving it a bit of char but not drying it out. The bread they use isn't too spongy and the sauces tie the whole thing together. I saw a few other folks getting beef sandwiches which looked solid too. There's a bit of a wait (probably 15-20 minutes) but that's the nature of grilled food made to order. Looked like some people had to wait way longer though so kinda hard to predict. read more

Salamulikum to all the brothers & sisters reading this, I cannot believe I never left a review for this halal cart. Ok let me start by saying I have been coming here for so long I cannot fathom to remember anymore. I call them aka "The Mean Guys", their service is straight up mean but once you taste buds gets smacked by those Kebobs, you'll be like this food is MEAN too. But I got nothing except LUV for my brothers behind the grill, they are very hard working. Point Blank....if your dying of hunger or just plainly on the munchies....You better getchyo A$$ in there ASAP. I strongly recommend the Half Chicken over Rice w/ Beef Kofta on the side w/ Rice. PS. Order in advance because they will take minimum 20-25 mins to prepare your delicious mind blowing food. read more

Farid Kebab - Big Brother Working Hard on that Mean Grill as usual. - Halal Near Me - Astoria, New York

It's amazing! I felt I'm in Egypt again!! The only disappointing thing that they don't have everything in menu on weekdays! But they promised to try. Try Kofta, Kebab , Tarb , Lamb Note: Kebab is not tinder enough that's why I gave 3 stars but 5 stars for all other options. Please buy better meat! read more

Yelp let me down this time. I came here based on the positive reviews and was really dissatisfied. I've had halal food in other places that's ten times better than this spot. Not to mention way overpriced; $12 for a simple chicken over rice with a side of salad purchased from costco/BJs. They didn't even have a menu or the prices listed anywhere on the truck. Not only was the food dissapointing, but so was the service. I understand this isn't a five star restaurant, but the owner was rude when we couldn't understand what he was saying (heavy accent). Bad food + bad attitude = No, thank you. read more

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Interesting little truck. Have walked past here a number of times and it's always an odd scene. Tons of middle easterners standing around, smoking cigarettes, playing backgammon and chatting. Last Friday night I was in the mood for some lamb and decided to try it out rather than going to Little Morocco or Halal Sandwich (both great establishments in their own right). I arrived at about 9:30 Friday night and upon arriving the ordering was very tricky, especially if you don't speak the language (Arabic I'm guessing). After about 10 minutes of aimlessly standing around I ordered a Lamb Sandwich. There were about 20 people standing by the truck waiting for their food. Ended up talking to one of their patrons who drives from Jaimaca to get 2 sandwiches (1 for now, 1 for tomorrow) every Friday night from this place, now that is serious dedication. He assured me though that he only orders when a certain man is manning the grill. My sandwich was huge, and took about 30 minutes to get ready. The value was great ($6 for a monster sub). The flavors just weren't there, I was expecting some succulent juicy lamb and to be honest it was a little dry. I will try again and ask for some hot sauce next time, but maybe not on a Friday Night. read more

Farid Kebab - Grillin - Halal Near Me - Astoria, New York

Kofta is cooked on charcoal just like Egypt. Don't act like a tourist. Sandwiches are $6. I think the lamb platter is overpriced. Reesha (The guy taking your order) looks intimidating but he's actually funny and personable! Order from the left side of the cart read more

Farid Kebab - The card Raafat 'Reesha' gave me - Halal Near Me - Astoria, New York

The best food truck in astoria hands down !!! Me and my 4 friends wanted to eat grilled food and this was the best food we had in a long time definitely it made our day :) read more

Farid Kebab - Halal Near Me - Astoria, New York

This was worth the wait and worth the hype, I highly recommend getting the classic chicken kebab sandwich on the French bread with extra sauce. The lettuce they put on the sandwich is so fresh. Not to mention we also got a platter and it was enough food for 2 people for $20. This food was good enough to make me start considering moving to Astoria. Action Bronson was on point with the recommendation as always. read more

When you pay me my money you will have good luck. I worked hard for you. Don't cheat me. Your truck looks beautiful because I worked weeks to design it. And you didn't pay me my money. Then My friends worked hard to wrap it. Even them you cheated. read more

So the pictures are false advertisement! Because the food is not that good. It use to be good once upon a time. But now no flavor, over priced & small quantity of meat. The bowls are full of rice. I gave this place 3 chances. Farids Grill will not be visited again. read more

Great spot! I give this place 6 or 7 if I could... this place is very welcoming and serves great food! I came in for a quick bitez before my appointment and ordered a chicken kebab. It was fresh and tasted great, I could tell they use quality ingredients. The food is fantastic... And wow, the portions were really big...super filling and affordable. The portions were generous, the prices reasonable and the food... exquisite! The service here is great too, from a friendly staff. A solid winner! read more

In terms of quality of food, there is no better cart in New York City. They cook the meat right in front of you over a charcoal grill and that's why it usually takes about 20 minutes for you to get your food but it is 100% worth it. The meat is so fresh, so clean, so juicy - amazing place. read more

Great food! Call ahead so you don't wait so long, good food takes time this ain't no fast food so be patient. The guys there are great. Get the kofta! read more

THE BEST CHICKEN IN NYC! Soooo afordable! You have to wait... so be patient... everything is made fresh and to order and so worth the wait. With a half, charcoal roasted chicken you get the chicken, pilaf in broth, a great salad, aromatic rice and a veggie or bean side. Ah-mazing! read more

Agree with everyone, this is the best halaal food cart that I've eaten at in NYC! Haven't been since they upgraded to the truck, but looking forward to checking it out. read more

This is hands down the best street cart in all of nyc the kofta sandwich is great with all the sauces and also the chicken kofta sandwich is just as good. The guys there are all very nice and will cater to your needs, definitely check them out you will not be disappointed!!!! read more

Farid Kebab - Kofta sandwich straight fire sorry it was late not so good lighting but great taste - Halal Near Me - Astoria, New York

Best street cart in all of Astoria! Seriously this guy doesn't own a brick and mortor restaurant and has a yelp. That should say enough! Meat is all charcoal cooked. You are served two different types of rice (One spicy and the other subtle but with flavor) It's the perfect balance to the chicken. This is an absolute must try!! read more

The Best Cart Food in NYC!!! I have been going to this cart for more than 2 years now. Everything is just amazing quality and tastes fresh. I always get the chicken sandwich and have never been disappointed. The half chicken is pretty good too and the soup is on point. This is what good is supposed to taste like, not like other mystery meats other carts serve at the corner of every block. Best part is that is 100% Halal read more

Farid Kebab - Chicken Sandwich - Halal Near Me - Astoria, New York

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The food was okay, but the guy was nasty as hell! It was not only me, my husband went there and his friend as well on separate incidents, he was so rude with them, he almost yelled at them even though they were just asking how much was the plate! We will never eat from his cart again, try the cart across the street from him, delicious food and excellent customer service. read more

So, so glad we tired this spot! One of the best carts in Astoria! Got the chicken kebab platter! Comes with salad, 2 types of rice and 2 types of soup (chicken broth and tomato soup). The chicken was so tender and made to perfection! The chicken was so flavorful! Highly recommend getting food from this cart. You won't be disappointed! read more

I placed my order 40 minutes before they closed for a kabab sandwich. I got there a little early and I saw the cook with no mask and no gloves and no hat. I saw him put 1 skewer of chicken in 4 sandwiches. He was literally putting 3-4 pieces of meat in a sandwich with his hand. He was trying to cut the already small pieces of meat even smaller to make it look like there's more meat. This used to be my favorite kabab sandwich but now I will never comeback. It's disgusting the way they make their food. WEAR GLOVES at least if you are not going to cover your hair or have a mask on. If I could I'd give this place a -10 read more

I think Farid's grill can be a hit or miss depending on the griller's mood. I've went there twice where I felt like the chicken was grilled a bit too much, to a point where it was super dry.. but then that ONE time I went where the food was fantastic, I will never forget about. I'm not sure if the cook was feeling generous that day or what, but he gave us both the pea soup and the vegetable soup. The tomato pea soup is absolutely DELICIOUS accompanied with the grilled chicken and rice. The portions are gigantic and could easily feed three people too, I think. The vegetable soup on the other hand was just okay, not much flavor. I've tried to get the pea soup again but it's always sold out. So overall, the reason why I'm giving this cart a 4 star instead of a 5 is because of the inconsistent food.. sometimes it's great, but sometimes it's bland. I hope you go on a good day :) read more

My friends insists I should try the food there, i had kofta and lamb kebab with two different types of rice one is medium spicy i liked it so much, big portion meal comes with two kinds of soups and two salads (green and tahini). My top things were the kofta, the spicy rice and the tahini. The price is reasonable and you get for what you pay. read more

Farid Kebab - Kofta and lamb kabab with medium spicy rice and tahini salad. - Halal Near Me - Astoria, New York

They are open literally late into the night and have some good Egyptian/Persian Adana and chicken kebab platter. Always long wait but very good and not pricey. read more

Best chicken sandwiches. Their sauce is finger lickin good. Ask for extra. The chicken is char grilled to perfection. Great to get anytime we fly into or out of LaGuardia because they're open late. Also our go to whenever we pick someone up. Call ahead of time because it takes 15 min or so. read more

Best sandwiches in USA period. The chicken is grilled to perfection, tender and very juicy. Let the cook know to add extra sauce because it gets dry after a few. However, this is my to go spot late night when I'm in NY. read more

One taste of the grilled chicken over salad and I wanted more. The taste of juicy charcoal cooked chicken is unlike any other I've tried. The plate comes with about 10 pieces of chicken with a side salad. It costs about $7 and is very well priced. My bf gets the beef baguette which is also mouth watering and satisfying. Tip: if you want yogurt sauce or hot sauce in the sandwich you have to let them know. Same thing for when you get the platters. Last time I came they forgot the sauce! read more

Aghhh I saw the pictures and am like they look so damn good . I was wrong you rather grab a sandwich from sandwich shop.. plus I paid 12$ for kofta Kabab sandwich. Meat was juicy fresh however no seasoning on meat. read more

So Action Bronson brought me here to try this place out. Accidently my friends ordered the " chicken over rice" platter (wrong choice). Next time I would definitely order their sandwiches instead. Overall I would say this place is over rated. Its just your regular street carts that use charcoal fire compared to the standard flat top grill most people to cook their meats. Cheers read more

I love the food there , this is the best chicken , in the nyc . if you try you will never forget about that . The rice is so delicious and the soup is so yummy . I love the food for couple years . Now I still love it read more

Delicious chicken kabob sandwich from the scratch. Cooked on real coals with amzing smell of the smoke. Everything was super fresh.

Great food, but the truck isn't there all during there business hours. Ive gone many times past 8pm for the delicious sandwiches but they're trucks isnt there :( read more

I'm always on Steinway and if your looking for a good halal cart this definitely is not the one. Waited over 1 hour for chicken kebab and rice which the chicken wasn't cooked fully and it's expensive. The rice might be basmati but is absolutely disgusting. read more