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    The Halal Kitchen

    4.3 (18 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 4:00 AM (Next day)

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    Ruwan J.

    what rainy lazy night calls for...food from The Halal Kitchen parked on 14th Street and University. hadn't been here in a minute--not much has changed: ample servings, Middle Eastern styled comfort food, and well-seasoned eats. ordered a chicken over rice--not a long wait bc it was super rainy last night. the platter of seasoned chicken and rice was really filling from the chunks of chicken and fragrant rice topped with white sauce and a dab of hot sauce. service is quick and friendly. prices have risen steadily bc of inflation, price gouging, fill-in-the-reason etc. as Marlo Stanfield of The Wire once said: "the price of the brick going up" and that it has...that it has. p.s. don't sleep on the gyro--quality sando.

    Chicken on rice.
    Cole D.

    Excellent value. I saw them cooking the chicken and I just had to have it. Nice service. Drinks too. So convenient as I was going to a concert nearby. Really fast. Like 3 minutes. I got the chicken over rice. So yummy. White and red sauce are soooo good. Plastic container for convenience to go.

    Chicken kebab over rice
    Jerome C.

    SOOOOOOOOO good. Cheap and far yummier and more filling than anything this city (at least this neighbourhood) offers. I have this couple times a week. The following are what I have tried and they are all stellar. Lamb over rice Fish over rice Chicken kebab over rice Lamb gyro Paired with white sauce and hot sauce. Might have it tonight. Very hungry just thinking about it. Well done. Bonus points if you manage to speak Arabic to them. They are Egyptian. Also my Arab friend has this everyday and highly endorsed this place. This place specifically, not the other carts in the area. I'm sure they're good too though. EDIT: I did have Halal Kitchen again today, and I got the Chicken Over Rice. It was so good. Very hot and fluffy (in a grainy way) rice and very delicious and well-textured chicken.

    Chicken/Lamb Combo Over Rice ($6).
    Aya E.

    What better way to end a long night out than with some halal food! A few friends and I stopped by for a quick bite before heading out, and we came across this cart. I ordered the Chicken/Lamb Combo Over Rice ($6). For the price, the portion and amount is great! However, it wasn't very flavorful. The rice was well cooked but not as seasoned as I expected. Same with the chicken and lamb. The salad was a refreshing side to the meal. It didn't hit the spot like other halal carts but it did keep me full for some time. I don't think I'd come back since there's so many other options for halal food in NYC.

    Chicken over rice ($7)

    Ordered chicken over rice ($7) - fabulous value for the portion size. I got white sauce and hot sauce, which I definitely recommend as well. Drinks were only $1 and there was a good selection of sodas and water. The truck was also parked right by Union Square park if you're looking for a place to eat.

    falafel over rice (with a side of pita)

    Soooo so good!! Came by one night and got falafel over rice. They fry the falafel in front of you, and i'd you order bread they grill it too. The falafel was so crispy and the meal was yummy and filling!! The guy running the truck wash pretty funny and made conversation. 10x better than other similar halal places, would recommend!!

    Kristen T.

    Good, but the standards by which I measure my street meat are the halal guys and the halal carts in the Bronx by Montefiore Hospital. The hot sauce was the more watery 'Americanized' version that likely suits the needs of most consumers, but my true joy lies in the bright red pasty ultra hot sauces offered by the aforementioned. It burns with a heat and flavor like no other. So although their meat is plentiful and service friendly, the spice was not there for me as desired.

    Chicken gyro on pita with hot sauce and white sauce

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    Been coming here for years. Always liked the food. The food can lean a little towards the dry side so I would suggest adding extra sauce.

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    11 months ago

    Tried chicken kebab with yellow rice over white sauce, and it was great. Definitely going to visit again if I'm around.

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    Pretty good chicken over rice, but BEWARE OF THE HOT SAUCE! Whatever these guys use is absolutely deadly!

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    4.2
    (10.5k reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    10/10 If you're…read morevisiting New York, this place is an absolute must try! I ordered the Chicken Platter, and it definitely lived up to the hype. The platter comes with perfectly seasoned chicken over rice, along with fresh lettuce and tomatoes. I got the famous white sauce and hot sauce on the side so I could add as much as I wanted, and both took the dish to the next level. The chicken was flavorful, tender, and paired perfectly with the rice. The portion was generous and incredibly filling, making it an excellent value. Everything tasted fresh, and I honestly enjoyed every bite. That said, it was so good I could probably eat two platters! The line was long, but don't let that discourage you it moved steadily and was absolutely worth the wait. Whether you're a local or just visiting NYC, this is one of those iconic spots you have to experience at least once. it!

    I remember trying The Halal Guys 13 years ago when I last visited New York City. It was a long time…read moreago so I don't remember too much other then the long line, and the food being pretty solid and having large portions. Since this is a NYC staple and it's been so long, I knew I had to come again this trip. I ordered a chicken shawarma wrap as well as a beef platter. I thought the wrap was very good. Very saucy, and tasty, however, I just found the platter to be a bit bland. It almost felt like it was missing something. Also I think the portion sizes definitely got smaller. Overall it was a solid meal. I don't think I'll be rushing to come back, but I'm glad I was able to experience it again.

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    3.8
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    3.0 mi
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    I come here on all my trips to NYC and it never misses. A total must-try when you're in Manhattan…read more Classic, old-school fast-casual hot dog joint. This isn't a sit-down spot; it's strictly order-and-take-away, though there is a counter inside if you want to stand and eat. Got the famous special with an Orange Drink--all for around $10! Loaded one dog with chili, cheese, and onions, and the other with onions, mustard, and relish. The toppings were super fresh and tasted amazing. Simply the right dog at the right price. Friendly folks serving up a tasty frankfurter with great energy. A legendary NYC stop every single time.

    10/10 Hot dog - Added onions, chili, and cheese to the hot dog, and it was so freaking good! Even…read morethough my boyfriend compared it to a 7/11 hot dog lol, I thought it tasted delicious. I honestly could've scarfed down like 3 of these in one meal, but I came here for a late night dinner snack haha. 9/10 Papaya Drink - This is clearly what the hot dog spot is named after, right? So of course we had to get it! It had a very thick consistency, but it was still yummy and not overly sweet. 10/10 Orange Drink - I loved this drink out of the 2 we tried, and this one was fireeeeeeee! It's basically a spin on an orange juice drink, but in my opinion, it's way better!

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    Recession special...one with mustard and sauerkraut & one with chili & onions. Papaya juice and Coconut Champagne.
    Recession special...one with mustard and sauerkraut & one with chili & onions. Papaya juice and Coconut Champagne.
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