We were newbies to the restaurant and right away they impressed us by offering samples of the protein choices. Our favorites were the lamb and jerk chicken. The serving sizes are huge and the variety of toppings is vast! They even brought us over a sample of fries and a delicious honey garlic sauce. You gotta try this place! Wonderful service and tasty food...what more could you ask for! read more

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Decided to give the place a try, this was bomb af !!!! The flavors literally are amazing and everything is fresh. Everyone was really nice as well and the restaurant was kept nice and clean :) read more

Halal Papi - Jerk chicken, arugula, pico de gallo, white sauce, and green sauce - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

Delicious food, friendly employees, and good pricing. This place is a small, cozy spot with just one table inside with a high top area. It's located in a little shopping center so there is easy parking available. There are several menu items to choose from and then you can pick your protein and all the other toppings of your choosing. I went with a gyro rice bowl - it was so delicious! Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. I especially love how hefty the portions are, you can definitely split your order up into more than one meal sitting. Drinks are all inside a cooler (cans, bottles). Pricing-wise, I think for what you are served the amount is definitely reasonable. You can get a lot of yummy food for a budget price! I will definitely be returning to this spot in the future! read more

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Absolutely love this place! Amazing food, service, and clean space. The staff were so warm and welcoming. Our first visit, since we hadn't been before, they gave us a sample of each meat, so we knew which one we wanted before buying. Really loved that they did this, it really added to the experience. We got a bowl with the lamb, and it is the most tender, delicious lamb I think I've ever had. The rice is so flavorful, all the toppings are so fresh, and the sauces are excellent. My favorite is the tzatziki, and the white garlic sauce! Get both, seriously. The staff is so friendly and so helpful. We had a few questions during our first visit, and you can tell everyone genuinely believes in the business and cares about the quality of service and food. Highly recommend, this is a go to spot for us now! read more

This was my 1st time trying Halal food and this restaurant is pretty good. Despite being kinda pricy, they really pack on the food. I had enough for 2 meals after eating. The bowl itself had a lot of meat options, vegetables, sauces. I enjoyed how I was able to select so many toppings. One thing I would note is because I am unfamiliar with halal food I wish the restaurant had more labels. I constantly had to ask the workers what each thing was. It would make it so much easier if it was labeled or on a menu. The inside is very clean and there is a small seating area. The workers were nice and the overall ambiance is pleasant. read more

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First off, they let you sample ALL the proteins Next if your new they will just create a bowl for you with your permission Lastly ALL the proteins were phenomenal like you really can't go wrong but that seasoned beef I promise you, I'm smuggling some back next trip! I got the jerk chicken, DELIGHTFUL Even their rice is good for NO reason But the beef. The seasoning, ok I'm in love but again all the proteins were great there's really no bad choice I let the young women just create a bowl for me and the flavors CHEFS KISS They were out of falafel which booo! Churros were FANTASTIC! Yes yes worth the drive! read more

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I really enjoyed this place. The workers are really nice and let you try the different meat options. I tried the sumac chicken and the seasoned beef - both were great. Toppings seemed very fresh. My bowl with the sumac chicken came out to $16 and was enough for two meals read more

Halal Papi - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

Was just nearby and found this place for lunch. Not much seating indoors but they had a lot of picnic tables outside. They let me tried all the meats before making my choice. Basically a halal guys version of chipotle. I ordered a rice and a salad bowl the lamb with white and chipotle pepper sauce. So good. I got my son the tenders and fries and fries are battered fries, my favorite. Staff were incredibly nice and helpful. read more

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SOOOOOO GOOD! we got double protein and really underestimated HOW MUCH food they give you. the photo doesn't give justice because they LOAD you up for such a great affordable price. 100000/10 would come back and the staff is super friendly, clean store too! read more

Halal Papi - lamb and seasoned beef burrito - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

TLDR: Lamb gyro is so good and try the churros Really happy to have Halal Papi in Allen. From the moment we walked in to when we walked out, the experience was good. They really take care of you and make sure you have a good experience. Solid New York-style halal with big flavors: all meat selections and the rice are well-seasoned, the lamb gyro was my personal favorite, and everything tastes fresh. Even the fries were on point. They also have a great spicy sauce, so I definitely recommend asking for it if you like heat. It really brings the bowl together. Service was smooth and the wait wasn't long at all. Overall, I'm impressed and will definitely be back. The churros were a nice finish, and I would recommend getting that too! One of the better NY-style halal spots in the Dallas area. read more

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I got the Musakhan chicken burrito and it was delicious! I ate it all in one sitting cause it was that good lol. Shoutout to Kareem for serving me! Oh and thanks for the cheese crust suggestion, it definitely makes the burrito much tastier! read more

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My husband and I tried Halal Papi for the first time today. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. We let them create rice bowls for us based on the meats we chose. They did not disappoint. Flavors were amazing! We will definitely be back! read more

I've been wanting to try this place out for a while but I only go by it on mondays when they're not open. Well today I happened to be nearby and decided to drop in. I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for nice vegetarian friendly places to try out. I was initially gonna get the falafel pita sandwich which is a staple for me at middle eastern restaurants until I saw that I could put the falafel in a number of different options including on rice, on loaded fries or even in a quesadilla. I settled on a falafel burrito cause it sounded eclectic to me. They piled this thing full of all the veggies I wanted and some tahini and hot sauce. For 14 bucks it was a pretty large, solid amount of food. But when I got home and actually bit into it I was blown away by how fresh and flavorful the veggies and rice were. It was a kaleidoscope of tastes and sensations as I attempted to take down this bad boy, while gobs of it fell out onto the to go container. I proceeded to scoop those all up as well, leaving nothing behind. I wouldn't say that it's a particularly good dining experience if you're looking for a place to sit in and eat at, but the food was outrageously good and worth taking home to enjoy. read more

Halal Papi - Falafel burrito chock full of veggies and sauces - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

The food is mind blowing, I love it and would choose it over cava or chipotle any day.

Very fresh and very seasoned food! Everything was delicious! The guys working were very helpful and explained all our options and offered to let us try the meat before ordering. There's limited seating but the food was packaged well and made it the short trip home without getting sloshed around. 10/10 will definitely be back to try more combinations! read more

Halal Papi - Lamb Gyro and Musakhan Chicken Rice Bowl - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

I got the piata with fries and wow the portion was so big! they were so friendly and after letting them know it was my first time they let us sample all the different proteins. the food was so good i will definitely be coming back if I am in the area read more

Halal Papi - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

Everything we had was delicious! They have several meat options - all unique and highly flavorful. Incredible value - while portions are shrinking everyday this place stands out for full bowls. Definitely get any sauce they suggest to you. It's special to have this level of quality in a convenience food. Staff were friendly and offered samples of all the meat options - definitely take the offer. Limited seating, but fun mural inside. read more

Halal Papi - Build Your Own Bowl w/ gyro and house chicken - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

here's what you need to know: this place has great meat, great carb, sauce, veg options, and does not skimp on portions at ALL. the rest should be self explanatory. visited for the first time with my family for new years eve and they took great care of us. really appreciate the walk through of the menu and the sampler to figure out what meat(s) i wanted. i ended up rolling with a 2 meat bowl, house chicken & jerk chicken. this jerk chicken is legit. absolutely love it and would highly recommend. all in all, you customize your bowl similarly to chipotle or cava and they're putting those big names to shame for the values and flavors the deliver here. also, note that technically this place could be considered an NYC halal + mexican? fusion (the also offer taco and quesadilla options with their meats) will definitely be coming back, can't recommend enough. quick touch on ambiance, there's 4 indoor seats and 2 outdoor tables, so you might wanna take out if it's a busy day, but the place is clean and nice inside, w upbeat music and fun art. overall: 10/10 price: 10/10 (more the chipotle but you get some great servings of meat and other premium items) l taste: 10/10 i'm gonna be a regular here. read more

Halal Papi - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

Saw this place on my way to a taqueria. Decided to give it a try. I am sure happy I did. Just picture Chipotle but with Halal food. Build your own rice bowl, tacos or burrito. The meat options are great and the spices are on point. Everything was fresh and super tasty. I will be back regularly I'm sure. P.S. very generous with their meats. And they will give you a sampler of all the meats if you haven't been before. read more

Halal Papi - Don't forget to save room for these decadent churro bites. - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

We will be back! Wow! We went in for lamb gyros and fries (and rice). Everything was super delicious, and we loved that everything was easily customizable. The staff were great about making recommendations when I asked. The fries are battered, so they are SUPER crispy. I loved the mural on the wall - I love when restaurants use local artists. We also got to chat with the owner and hear about how they got started. I'll be back! read more

Halal Papi - Storefront - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

We stumbled upon Halal Papi after picking up our HEB order. We absolutely loved everything and the uniqueness of it. We ordered: -Loaded fries with jerk chicken (big fan) -Rice Bowl with Musakhan (super good) Everybody was super attentive and we ended up sitting at the bar stool area. Definitely will come back! read more

Halal Papi - Loaded fries and Rice Bowl - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

Halal Papi! We traveled quite a distance to try this new restaurant, and we're so glad we did! The food and service couldn't have been any better. Imagine if Cava and Halal Brothers had a baby -- that's what this place feels like. It's a fresh new take on Mediterranean cuisine, with generous portions, plenty of choices, and absolutely incredible flavor. I've always liked Cava, but their protein portions have always been on the smaller side. That's not an issue at Halal Papi. They offer eight delicious proteins to choose from. My personal favorite was the Musakhan -- tender chicken with onions and a blend of amazing spices. Absolutely delicious! Halal Brothers used to be great when they first opened, but the quality and flavor just aren't there anymore. Halal Papi, on the other hand, nails it. They also have a variety of sauces -- we tried the white sauce and the Bodega sauce, and the two combined perfectly. This restaurant truly has something for everyone. Whether you're eating healthy or indulging in some carbs, they've got you covered. Check out the photo -- the presentation alone is like a work of art. The management and owners clearly care about their customers and the food they serve, and it really shows. Try it, taste it, and enjoy it -- I sure did! read more

Halal Papi - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

This place is DELICIOUS. Definitely steps above other halal restaurants around Plano/allen area. If you're a first time customer, they make a little meat plate for you to try all the meat which I thought was so considerate. The owner, Ahmed, is so personable and treats his customers like family. Tell 'em Sarah sent ya!!! read more

I don't really leave reviews but you guys need to come try this place. The food, customer service, and atmosphere is amazing. I got the 3 proteins bowl and they did not disappoint with quality or portions unlike some places (Chipotle). The lamb gyro was perfectly seasoned and sliced, jerk chicken was soooo flavorful and tender. Honestly you can't go wrong with whatever you get just please come here. read more

Halal Papi - 3 protein Jerk Chicken, Musakhan Chicken, Lamb Gyro Rice Bowl - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

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Made my first trip to Halal Papi- NYC Street Food today for lunch. Great little neighborhood spot. First, the servers couldn't have been nicer, they offered significant sized samples of all the proteins, I settled on their house chicken over saffron rice topped with Tzatziki sauce, then topped with just about everthing they offered and finished with feta, 1/2 Bodega sauce, 1/2 white sauce, and cilantro. Concept similar to Chipotle but that's where the comparison ends. Food was SUPER flavorful. Protein serving bordered in huge Small, cute, and very clean. 454 Google reviews and 5* rating. read more

Halal Papi - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

The food was so good, I enjoyed all of the different items. Burrito and bowls are excellent. The service was top notch

This place is awesome. Outstanding food, friendly service, and even great--if casual--seating out front. This'll scratch your shawarma/döner/gyro itch for sure. read more

Okay so the meat was actually delicious, really good quality. You can tell they're not cutting corners there. The rice, though, wasn't fully cooked. I got the jerk chicken bowl because I love bold flavors and sauces, but honestly this one kind of overwhelmed me. The flavors didn't really go together, and it just didn't hit the spot. I didn't even feel like finishing it, which says a lot. It wasn't that satisfying, like how Chipotle or some of the better halal spots just hit and leave you happy. I'll probably give it another shot because the meat quality really was great (better than a lot of other halal plate places), but I'm not totally convinced they've figured out the flavor balance yet. read more

First time and I was greeted with a smile and was offered to let me try a sample. I chose a rice bowl with 2 proteins and it was fantastic. I loved the flavors of the meat, the white garlic sauce, and the light green spicy sauce. I'll definitely be back. Bowls are large. read more

Halal papi is a fantastic hidden gem in allen. Delicious food and excellent customer service. Highly recommend this spot read more

Halal Papi - Two meat Halal Plate, 2X Protein lamb & jerk chicken - with the works - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

Halal Papi is hands down a spot I'll be coming back to. From the moment I walked in, the owner personally greeted me, which immediately set the tone for a welcoming experience. The customer service was top tier the staff was smiling the entire time, asking questions, and making helpful suggestions since it was my first time dining there. What really stood out was that they offered samples to make sure I actually liked the food before committing, which you don't see often and shows they genuinely care about their customers. The menu has great options across the board. Overall, amazing service, great atmosphere, and quality food. Highly recommend to anyone trying it for the first time or looking for a new go-to spot. read more

It was our first time and the employees let us sample the different meats. The jerk chicken and lamb gyro were our favorite. Burst of flavor from every bite. read more

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First time customer. Food was excellent and offered varieties of toppings. They offered free samples for their protein which helped decided which one I wanted. (Chickens were a little dry but good flavor) I got the rice bowl with gyro and ground beef and my wife got a ground beef bowl. Bunch of employees were working at the time and Karim was thorough on explaining the menu and providing great service. Would recommend this place but the location may be a bit hard to find since it's pretty much hidden behind a gas station. read more

Halal Papi - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

Delicious food options with generous portions of fresh well-prepared meat and toppings. Service was efficient and friendly. Definitely recommend. read more

Amazing halal spot! The place is super clean and you can tell they really care about quality. The owner is from Astoria, NYC, so the food is truly authentic--you get that real New York halal flavor, yet everything is elevated. I've been missing this since moving away from NY. The service was outstanding: very friendly, welcoming, and generous. They gave us multiple samples of different sauces and proteins so we could try everything before ordering. Great food, great service, and an overall great experience. Highly recommend! read more

Halal Papi absolutely delivers. The food is fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. You can taste the quality in everything--from the perfectly seasoned meats to the rice and sauces that actually have depth, not just heat. Portion sizes are generous (come hungry), prices are fair, and the menu has something for everyone. Bowl, wraps, loaded fries and even ice cream. The white sauce and Bodega sauce combo is fire. What really sets this place apart though is the service. Staff is friendly, patient, and genuinely happy to help if it's your first time and you're not sure what to order. The place is clean, fast, and consistent--huge win. If you're in Allen and craving halal that doesn't cut corners, Halal Papi is 100% worth the stop. I'll definitely be back. read more

Halal Papi - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

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Decided to try this NEW spot in Allen and it did not disappoint!!!! Amaazing flavors combined together and it's an explosion of goodness in your mouth. Their sauces are all good, the meat choices are incredible and most of all not dry compared to other Halal bowl places I've been. The Jerk chicken is wonderful and flavorful as well. Will definitely come back and this will be a staple for quick lunch or dinner for us! The two guys who I assume are the owners are very nice and hands on. I bought some of their seasoned fries and they gave me this nice dip with it and oh my gosh it tastes so good. Compliments the saltiness of the fry. The ambiance is nice and very hip that gives you that chipotle vibe. I love how you can go here if you want a more flavorful rice bowl and you can also customize what goes in your bowl. Love love it and it is worth a visit! read more

Halal Papi - 1 protein rice bowl with house chicken - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas

This is a really great quick food spot! 1) Workers super nice and let you taste test the meat and sauces, 2) generous portions for the price 3) food tastes great! I got a lamb gyro pita + fries. Fries come with a teriyaki-style sauce. Minimal seating but good vibes inside. More of a to-go spot. read more

This place is a rip off. Prices skyrocketed after the grand opening. 4% processing fee on orders and unfairly priced drinks.

5 stars doesn't do this place justice. The food was delicious and the customer service was top notch. I got a salad and rice bowl with gyro and jerk chicken with white sauce and the signature bodega sauce. It was *chef's kiss*. I am definitely coming back and I would highly recommend this place to others. There isn't seating inside but there were two park benches outside. read more

Halal Papi - Halal Near Me - Allen, Texas