came for a wedding buffet, and it was beyond amazing. the service was top notched. Mr.Shahab made us feel so welcomed, everything was just perfect. would definitely recommend! read more

This was the first halal food I've ever eaten and no one has come close to his food. I always get a chicken gyro, and he makes it great every time. At times, i don't even have to say because he knows what i want when i walk up. The price is perfect for the location. It's enough food to last the entire day. You won't go hungry if you finish off your gyro in one sitting. He is the best halal in the area. Highly recommend. read more

I love Zaiqa. It is probably the best place to eat around Brooklyn College. If you go often, the guys that work here hook it up, no doubt. I typically get the falafel platter over rice. Their falafel is probably one of my favorites in all of NYC. As many people know, good falafel from Halal Carts are very difficult to find (ie, The Halal Guys, King of Falafel) are some examples of Falafel that I actually REALLY do not enjoy compared to falafel at Zaiqa. Ask for fresh falafel! (The guys there are more than happy to make a fresh batch for you if you're willing to wait a few minutes). The chicken of rice mix is also really tasty. The hot sauce could be a bit more spicy, but all in all great. The lamb, although I have not had it, is also highly reviewed. These guys have my loyalty! read more

This is my favorite Halal Cart out of all that I've tried in NY. It doesn't hurt that the location is convenient. As a student putting myself through school, I need to feed myself on the cheap. That's where this cart comes in. They consistently make very tasty food, give you a ton of meat and rice, and all for $5 (until this year it was only $4.50 for chicken or lamb and rice). Gyros are an even better deal at $4. I've never had the lamb, since I don't really eat lamb, but I've been told by many classmates that it's delicious. As a music student, I take a lot of classes in the Gershwin building, which is directly across Campus Road from the cart. That means I can smell their food being prepared as I wait for class to finish. This cart makes a lot of students hungry as they wait for lectures to let out at 12:15. The line can get quite long around 12, and basically any time right after a large amount of classes let out. The line is an interesting mix of Brooklyn College students and staff, kids and teachers from Midwood High School, and people who don't necessarily work nearby. Once a week there is a large crowd of sanitation workers who park their trucks down the street and pig out on Halal. The guys who man the cart really know how to keep the line moving. There are 2 or 3 of them there at all times. The guys are all very nice, and recognize those of us who are there regularly. The best part about this cart is that I can get chicken and rice at about 1:30 and I'm not hungry until I get out at 9. It's a lot better deal than anything I can get at the Quizno's around the corner for $5. They give you more food for less money than the chicken place right around the corner. There are other carts near the campus, but this is the best one. I've been disappointed by one on Bedford Ave, and was told to avoid the cart outside of Target since their food tastes like chalk. If you're nearby, stop here for your lunch since it's the best deal and really the best food in the vicinity of the school. It's much better than anything you can get at Applebee's. They tend to leave early on Fridays since there are less classes offered and therefore less customers, and they aren't around on the weekends. It's a shame they leave around 6 every day because I'd love to have this for dinner before a long rehearsal. I'm surprised I hadn't reviewed this cart yet, but I'm glad I get to spread the word about these guys. read more

One of my favorite Halal Food carts. Always a long line around lunch time. Food always tastes good. Just one question. Where do they go to the bathroom and wash their hands? read more

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Halal food is definitely worth the $5. Where else can you get a cheap meal that satisfies? The food is good but i think I've had better. I enjoy the cart on 86th and 5th ave better as they give you a larger portion and is open late at night unlike this cart. read more

For a Brooklyn College student, the land is pretty baron in the surrounding neighborhood as far as food goes. Not much quality grub is near enough to the campus that you can get a quick bite and make it back in time for class. That is until you discover this gem of a cart. Sometimes the only motivation I had to make it at all to class was knowing that I'd stop by this place for my lamb/chicken and rice fix. Uh, so fucking good. The falafel is pretty good too but the meat dishes really make the trip worth it. I'm not really a fan of the hot sauce that they use there but all in all a very solid meal. read more

The best food around campus. The man who works there is super kind and nice and provides outstanding customer service. The food is amazing and fresh. Unlike the other carts around brooklyn college this is actually quality. Theres amazing chicken,lamb,rice and the sauces are outstanding. I would definitely reccomend going there whenever you have the chance to. read more

The food is sooooo GOOOD. If I'm ever hungry after school, I can always go to this gyro cart and get some amazing gyro. The guy who owns the cart is so nice and generous. read more

The best food cart around Brooklyn college!! The chicken over rice is sooo good and a great price for students. And the owner is THE NICEST GUY EVER! Definitely recommend, the food is super filling and the highlight of my day read more

Zaiqa Halal food is the best food in NY !! I've tried many halal carts in NYC (even the "Halal Guys" ) and it just doesn't compare to this one! You definitely get more than what you pay for especially for the meat!! It doesn't help that it's located right by my job haha. read more

An amazing place to get food around the area! It has great, affordable prices for the food. The food was some of the best gyro I've had in a while. Definitely worth visiting for a quick bite for a good price!! read more

This cart has the best food out of all the carts in the area. Plus the guy is super nice which makes for a pleasant experience.

Falafels are good, along with the chicken, lamb, and rice. Pretty tasty and cheap too; $5 for Chicken over Rice, like every other cart. They were nice enough to lower the price for me when I only had $4. read more

The food here is really good especially mix over rice with pita. It's relatively cheaper than the halal carts in the area. The cook is a great quality guy too one time he ran after me because I overplayed in order to give me back my money. read more

Good food, cheap price. Extremely kind owner. I usually get the lamb over rice. The spices are just right. It mixes perfectly with the sauces. Would recommend, especially if you're a college student. read more

Oh My God....the best...best..best food in new york city sombody told me about this food the food is awsome .tastey..and workers are so clean..they have chicken ovr rice ..lamb over rice ..and flafel rice.and also all kind of gyro just grub man just grub i tried many halal cart even city but this is the best...just best read more

A solid value for your money, you get a lot of food. The chicken over rice is usually what I get. The falafel and lamb are also good. The guy goes a bit too much on the sauce. However, the hot sauce is nice and potent, clears up any sinus condition. read more

The food is not bad, I got the chicken over rice platter and it's majority chicken than rice. The rice was very overdone, making it really mushy. You get choices to put some sauce over your rice. They have BBQ, white, and Hot sauce. If you ask for sauce he give a lot of sauce, takes the sauce and just squeezes the sauce out until a majority of the platter is covered. The first time I got it the sauce was too much for me to handle that I felt sick. I'd ask to keep the sauce light if I were to go again. Also the picture shows about a handful of lettuce to go with the dish; it's not enough, like a small spoonful of lettuces as given. Overall the food is made right on front of you and will always be warm, the chicken was a little spicy but not bad. read more

They cook really tasty and fresh meat at this spot. For 5$ you can get big portion of lamb or chicken with rice, and some salad. This is way beyond convenient option for people in rush. This is tasty, this is fast, this is nutritious. read more