Biryani City

★★★★☆ 3.5 (121) • $$

"Goat and chicken, exquisitely spiced and fried to perfection, appears upon your plate. You take a bite, and are transported to the world's far hemisphere, where flavor is not forbidden and your taste buds are elevated with the experience. All this in an unassuming strip mall in Delaware!"

Halal Food Special

★★★★★ 4.8 (9)

"I have never head an issue buying a delicious chicken and rice halal meal at this truck. The price, also, is always right, especially in this area where you typically pay an arm and an a leg for lunch. $5-6 dollars for a meal, including a drink? Who can beat that? And... the people here are super nice!"

Indian Char House

★★★★☆ 4.3 (15) • $$

"Great new addition to west Philly! Probably the best lamb chops I have had out side of home and I said the same thing in my reel on Instagram! We were extremely happy with our visit, it's a clean atmosphere with both outdoor and indoor seating, the food is fresh, flavorful and appetizing. We had a lovely chat with the owner and are looking forward to future visits. The desserts were amazing too! Lam chops 10/10 Chicken tandoor 9/10 Cheese Garlic Naan 10/10 Tandoori Paneer 7/10 Malai Kulfi 10/10 I definitely will be back to try the biryani and some more Lamb chops."

Halal Gyro King

★★★★★ 4.6 (25) • $

"(Hopefully this is the right cart!) Until trying this Halal cart, I have to admit that I thought all carts were about the same. I was particularly impressed with this cart however due to the fresh, extra vegetables. The food was prepared quickly, the meat was well seasoned, the portion was very generous, and the gentlemen were friendly. I will definitely return for my next Halal craving!"

Indian Kitchen Lovash

★★★★☆ 3.6 (317) • $$

"Lovash is one of our go to's for Indian takeout/delivery. As someone who loves Indian but has a dairy allergy, I love that I can get vegan saag here and the tofu vegan saag tastes just like saag paneer to me...winning! The husband really likes their chicken tikka masala or lamb vindaloo. It's quick, inexpensive and high quality, plus portions are most definitely sufficient. Recommended, especially for those with dietary restrictions."

ZARA HALAL GRILL

★★★★★ 4.6 (36)

"So we came here to the food court after a long afternoon of shopping at Philadelphia mills.We took a chance on aya because it was the only restaurant that was enclosed. All the other restaurants shared the same tables and chairs out in the open. So my husband and I shared the rice and curry and had some Samosa as appetizers. Food was great- service was great and the place was clean- huge plus. The chairs and tables were plenty full and it's great to avoid the open food court."

Malooga

★★★★★ 4.5 (175) • $$

"It is so wonderful to see this restaurant gain traction among locals and foodies alike. The portions are wonderful, the meat dishes succulent (lamb could use a tad more salt/spices), and the fish is absolutely a must get! We arrived for dinner at 5pm and some of the items have already been sold out (I'm looking at you, lamb-soup).Grab a friend, skip breakfast, and enjoy a terrific meal here at Malooga.Must get: liver, fish, lentil soupMeh: lambMissed out: dessert"

Bon kif grill

★★★★★ 4.5 (24)

"Don't walk- run to this restaurant- first of all, it is so cute and clean inside. Second of all the surface was immaculate. The food is a combination of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern foods. I finally had the koshary which is a popular Egyptian food and I loved it! The fries were delicious, but I ate it before I took a picture of it lol. The Moroccan tea at the end was a perfect finish. This will be my go to spot as well as a catering spot for me."

Shagun Palace Exton

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (13)

"I don't understand how this place only has 2 reviews! Great food. We always do takeout from here."

Spicy Masala Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.7 (23)

"I'm in delight! Been waiting for spicy masala kitchen to open and the time has come; not only that, it's DELICIOUS! We dined in and we're served promptly with genuine smiles. It's a small restaurant, but if you're looking for a casual filling meal, this is an easy place to go to. Everything was very tasteful; plan on grabbing some takeout soon!"

Goubaa Grub

★★★★★ 4.9 (7)

"Gouba Grub is the real deal when it comes to Mediterranean food. The platters are healthy and bountiful. They are so tasty you might want to pick up a few platters. The ingredients are always so fresh and that makes for a fantastic product. The staff is very friendly and professional, and they are very helpful in explaining what is included in every dish. I stop by when they are parked on Bustleton Ave. right off of Cottman Ave. If you haven't checked them out yet you don't know what you're missing. Yes it is a food truck but you will receive a restaurant quality meal and for a reasonable price at that. I would not steer you wrong. You need to check these guys out if you are looking for a quick, affordable, homecooked meal. There is plenty of parking in the lot right behind the truck so it is quick in and out."

Mod India Restaurant

★★★★★ 4.5 (78)

"I stopped in here on a whim as I was leaving Wegman's and was hungry. It's located in a sparsely attended hotel complex which used to house a Hooter's. Good burger memories. I almost walked out when I stepped in and saw a small smattering of patrons. But I persisted and was very glad that I did. You don't see many Indian places with alcohol, but I decided to tea tote tonight. Ordered some Naan bread and the lamb kebab. I requested that the lamb be cooked medium as too many times I've gotten well done shards when I didn't make the request.The Naan was melt in your mouth. The lamb Kebab was served table side still sizzling fajita style. It was so tender and has a trailing kick to it. The rice provided and grilled vegetables was a perfect pairing. It was too much lamb for me, which is rare. Brought some home to the wife and she loved it except for the spice."

Haveli Virasat

★★★★☆ 4.4 (102)

"What a hidden gem! Surprised I haven't been here or heard more about it. I came here for a weekend lunch with a couple of friends. The place was pretty quiet and we were seated right away.Papri Chaat - My friend described these as "Indian Nachos". It was delicious and tasted like chips with sauce, beans, and spices.Garlic Naan - You can never go wrong with ordering theseTandoori Chicken - The chicken was a little dry but liked the pickled onions it came withLamb Rogan Josh & Lamb Korma - Both delicious and flavorful. The meat was nice and tender.We also shared a cheese ball dessert. I found it overly sweet and didn't like the consistency. Overall, the food was delicious and I highly recommend this spot for Indian food!"

Al-Sham

★★★★☆ 4.1 (92) • $

"Al-Sham is such a gem, and the food is amazing! Prices are very reasonable, the proportions are generous, the flavors are *chef's kiss* and the menu is overwhelmingly huge!We had the family meal #3 a few months ago but we just had their wings (naked and breaded) and their sampler and all I can say is... don't sleep on their American menu! The wings were great and the sauces were generous as well. They make the food really fast, great service and good overall vibes!"

Tandoori Of India

★★★★☆ 3.6 (82) • $$

"I've always said that Philly needs more made-to-order Indian places, and it looks like my prayers have been answered in the past few months! Tandoori of India is located extremely close to my boyfriend's house, which made for an easy weeknight date night. The staff (really just the front of the house guy and the chef) were super nice and helpful, even going as far as having an "Indian" spice level gauge and an "American" one.I'm usually the type to get the tikka masala or butter chicken, but I ventured into tandoori territory and got tandoori chicken, which, while it took forever to cook and come out, was completely worth it and I ate pretty much everything. It was flavorful, and obviously well taken care of. It's nice to eat in, but take-out is pretty accessible and easy too. For the price, the portions are great, and I really hope this place does well enough to stick around for a while!"

Rana Halal Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.9 (14)

"What's not to like about a classic Philly Cheesesteak with the cheese whiz? Adding onion rings on top just to add more of a crunch! Rana's is clean and pretty quick. Just ask to have everything made halal and they'll be more then happy to do so"

Shawarma Kebab

★★★★☆ 3.8 (94)

"Decent Schwarma with pretty good meat, mediocre tzatziki, and excellent "Schwarma sauce."I got the lamb and beef wrap. At $8, the price is quite agressive. The wrap is a good lunch portion but not overstuffed. The meat was probably a small handful, not a ton. It was savoury and flavorful with a nice juicy tender bite. The pita wrap was a bit dry/chalky grinding between my teeth but was crisp and just oily enough on the exterior. The tzatziki was goopy and just not very aromatic. Mostly tasted like light sour cream. Toppings were fresh and crisp."

Al Shami Mediterranean Cuisine

★★★★★ 5 (11)

"Meat ; this had delicious lamb flavor throughout. I immediately wanted to try their entire selection. I also ordered the lamb shawarma pita sandwich. The wrap was tight, crispy, fluffy and so satisfying. I wanted more vegetables but was extremely satisfied with the flavors and smoky hummus dip on the side. I highly recommend stopping by for any Mediterranean food lovers. Complimentary hot tea too!"

A Quality Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (26) • $

"I'm always greeted with a smile and a "what can I get for you, sister?"The friendliest food truck in the area, big enough portions that I usually get a full meal and a little snack from it. Can customize what you order and they do it with a smile. It's in a great location with really good hours for those late dinners, and every time I walk on that corner, when I weigh the options of all the yummy places, the food truck usually wins out. Try the fish over rice, if you usually get chicken, it's fried and delicious. They give you a drink with your food and are always clean. White sauce is tangy and I drench my chicken over rice in it, and the hot sauce is a good balance of flavors and slight spice. Try it next time you want some street food. Even the cheesesteak is classic!"

Mood Cafe

★★★★★ 4.7 (523)

"UPDATE: everything else still stands, but the rose and cardamom is now my favorite lassi. GET IT!Also props to the staff member working all by himself being absolutely slammed during porchfest. He was hustling and doing a great job with the food with a line out the door!"

Paprika Halal Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (84) • $$

"I was brought here by a friend. I would have never known this place existed had he not.Walking in, everything was clean and in order. The lady behind the counter was so genuinely nice. She was very patient with us while we ordered, and changed our minds about 5 times. She explained, and answered questions all with keeping her upbeat demeanor.I ordered a turkey burger. It didn't knock me off of my feet, but it was good. I liked te seasoned fries that came on the side.The menu is pretty extensive. I would return to try other options."

Halal Food Truck

★★★★★ 4.8 (25)

"I continue to be amazed by both the quality and quantity of food provided for less than $10! They even throw in a drink.This food truck offers sandwiches, platters over rice, or platters over salad (or a combination of rice and salad). I opt for the platter over salad every time, switching between lamb and falafel. They put white and hot sauce to your preference.I do not know there formal hours, but I typically catch them right before they pack up between 7 and 8pm. The cart is quick with extremely friendly service. Check them out!"

Ajwa Halal Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (6)

"Safe to say I'm not a huge fan of halal food. The food was edible for sure. If you're a fan of Halal you'll enjoy I'm sure."

Kabobeesh

★★★★☆ 3.7 (361) • $$

"The food is out of this world!! The people are very friendly too. This is my 2nd visit as I live in Seattle but I would come here every time I am within one hour driving distance"

New York Gyro Place

★★★★☆ 4.1 (67) • $

"This is a good spot for tender, juicy and delicious Chicken Shawarma on a warm pita bread.Always fresh food.Always fast service.Always friendly staff.Four Yelps."

The Halal Guys

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (11)

"To be honest I've never been a big fan of The Halal Guys... food always seemed stale and not great. It wasn't until this store that I turned the corner. After eyeing their slowly built storefront, I finally went on opening day. Staff were super friendly and helpful with putting together my order. Inside had space to sit in and was rather cozy given the area it's filling. I took it to go, but food survived the 15 minute trip back. Food was stellar and seasoned - at least for a Halal Guys! Chicken and beef gyro were wonderfully done, and was just what I needed for the night. Probably can't beat local shops, but you know what you're getting yourself into here. Hope they keep this quality up and continue serving great food!"

Falafel Time

★★★★☆ 4.1 (111) • $$

"A few things to know if you've never been to Falafel Time:1. This is a predominantly take-out business. The space is small, and there is one small table inside that I have never seen anyone using.2. Their signage says they are cash only, but they also have signage stating they accept cards. I have never had an issue using a card, but as a small business of course cash is preferred.3. While the name is Falafel Time, the main event here is the chicken shawarma. The first time I tried Falafel Time, a friend and I called in our order and walked over to pick it up. We got a chicken shawarma platter with fries instead of rice, beef kabobs, hummus and pita, and a salad. The portions were HUGE, we had enough to feed four people. The hummus portion alone was super generous, especially considering the price point. And it was some of the most fresh and delicious hummus I have had in a while. The beef kabobs were a bit dry for my preference, but this did not matter because that chicken shawarma platter was out of this freakin world!For a recent takeout lunch order, I ordered through Yelp. I decided to add falafel to my chicken shawarma platter and the whole meal came out to $15. The platter is a very generous service and it comes with a small salad too. The falafel was good, not my favorite ever. But as always, the chicken shawarma delivered."

Bishos

★★★★★ 4.6 (153) • $$

"Stopped in here on a Friday early evening for dinner. You order at the counter and then they call you when your order is ready. I thought the prices were very good for the portions you got. I enjoyed a hummus bowl that had veggies in it and falafel. I got a meal so i picked a salad and a bottle of water to go with it. There was so much food! My boyfriend liked his dinner as well!The restaurant looked fairly new. Nicely decorated and clean. I will be back for another hummus bowl!"

Khan's Halal Food Gyro& Chicken

★★★★☆ 4.2 (12)

"First off we were supposed to get Popeyes spicy chicken sandwich but the line was too long so we decided to try this place since we love halal food but we usually get it from those little food trucks. This place is pretty new and clean. Staff greeted us as soon as we walked up to him to place our order. We both got the lamb gyro. Wow my first bite was so delicious. I feel like they offer fresh food. The lamb was nice and tender and flavorful. Wish I would have ask for extra white and hot sauce it was really good. Stop by when your craving something spicy and flavorful!"

Aria Mediterranean Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.1 (76) • $$

"Review of Aria's Stall at Bryn Mawr Farmers Market:Wow this food is AMAZING! Vegetarian options include chickpeas and cauliflower, okra, falafel, tabbouleh, strange-but-magnificent corn dish, and samosas. For the carnivores, they serve lamb, chicken, and maybe seafood salad. The baklava is AMAZING, and only $7 for a piece that serves 4. You can order platters or purchase one-off containers (most containers are $7 each). Customer service is fun and friendly. They always remember their regular customers. Check out Aria Mediterranean at the Bryn Mawr Farmers Market on Saturdays from 9 AM to 1 PM...and arrive early if you want the full menu. Aria sells out -- popular demand!"

Kabobi Charcoal Grill Fusion

★★★★☆ 4.1 (100) • $$

"I've had Kabobi's food twice now. Once for takeout and once for eat in. Parking wasn't hard to find in their lot. The staff was friendly and the menus are pretty straight forward. The eat-in experience was ok, but the inside felt more like a fast food environment. Plastic ware was available as well as serve yourself fountain drinks and water. (The self serve filtered water they have for customers was a nice option over bottled)The takeout experience wasn't great. The food was ready on time, but we ended up spending over $120 for four meals which is ridiculous for the entrees we ordered. The chicken tikka masala was below average, the sauce was too sweet and more like a bastardized tomato sauce. The rice lacked flavor and the lentils were sweet and not appetizing. I will admit that the dry chicken tikka was pretty good. They were skewered charred on the outside and had a decent charcoal flavor, but again the rice was boring as well as the chickpeas. My buddy had Kheer (aka rice pudding) for dessert and enjoyed it. My eat in experience was for lunch. The staff looked like they were gearing up for the day so wait times were a bit long. After talking to the guy up front about the various menu offerings and their indoor charcoal grill, I ordered a chicken kabob roll upon his recommendation. A kabob roll sounded intriguing - chicken kabob with lettuce and sauce rolled inside of naan bread with mint chutney on the side. While waiting for my order, I watched the front display slowly load up with various kabobs and lamb chops as the previous nights Sixers game was replaying on the single TV they have mounted on a wall. If you don't order something fresh off the menu they do have combo meal choices available for less of a wait. They consisted of several menu options in a warming station by the checkout counter that could be mixed with rice and naan. When my roll arrived I was digging the aroma. Two fresh kabobs wrapped inside of a soft warm naan bread had me drooling. Unfortunately, I wasn't blown away by the flavors, but It was still a pretty cool idea. I'd return to try their smokey wings, but other than that much better quality and cheaper options can be found in Bensalem."

Plov House

★★★★☆ 4.2 (10)

"Wife and I decided to check out Plov House after hearing many good things about it. Plov House is a small 9-table 24-hour place but was brightly lit and appeared clean with white tablecloths and plastic covers. Single page menus on the table, and customers were constantly in and out. Surprisingly, every customer coming in was a young male, some singles but most in groups. There's a couple of large refrigerators full of food in containers ready to go. After some language barrier ordering, we ended up pointing to what we wanted on the menu. I tell you EVERYONE who came in ordered Plov and bread. We did, too. Along with the assorted kebabs, lagman soup, and two Samsas. The soup was tomato based with homemade long noodles, beef, celery, peppers, onions, carrots, and celery. Had to alternate between a fork and spoon to eat it. The bread was extra tasty and was great to dip in the soup. The kebabs were fresh, very tender, and came with onion and some pickled hot peppers. My wife liked her samsa but I was getting full and took mine home. But the star of the night was the Plov with the most tender and flavor filled slow cooked rice with lamb, beef, carrots, and onions. I could see why most come in and just order it for however many were in their party. It's that good. Best I've had so maybe as others mentioned it was a fresher batch made. With two bottle Cokes and a wonderful pot of black tea, our meal came to $77 including tax and a small upcharge for credit card payment. Tip was left in cash. I will say that the prices on the bill were slightly higher than what was listed on the menu so be mindful of this. For instance, menu Plov is $14.99 but bill Plov is $16.19. Menu tea is $1.99 but bill tea is $2.15.You have to know that when most of the customers are holding court in their language enjoying their food in a constant stream, that Plov House is doing something right. The service was quite friendly. Highly recommended."

Al Sham Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (55)

"I'm sorry I didn't come here sooner. This might become my go-to takeout. Got the Mixed taste appetizer, with stuffed grape leaves, hummus, pita, baba ganoush, tabbouleh, and falafel. It was all good. The falafel was so delicious my husband thought they might use the same fryer as the meat. Bad for my vegan family members when they visit, but it was flavorful to me but not too heavy. Hummus was creamy and smooth and rather light. Tabbouleh was fresh. The menu is huge. I'll be back to try the rest!"

Shagun Palace

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (103) • $$

"Covid Takeout ReviewDid a GrubHub takeout from Shagun Palace yesterday, and was very satisfied with the result. The restaurant is in the rear of a shopping center on Street Road, Bensalem, where there is a significant cluster of South Asian kitchens. Competition being severe, the quality is higher than in many more isolated Indian houses. Our order: Veggie Samosa for an appetizer; Chicken Korma, Chili Chicken - Dry, as entrees; and Baingan Bartha (curry eggplant), for a veggie side; and Garlic Naan to soak up the sauces. The foods were all very good to excellent, with kudos to the korma and dry chili chicken, which displayed spice skill with the sauces. The bird was perfectly cooked, and not at all dried out. If there was a weakness, it was the Naan, which appeared premade and merely heated in the oven before wrapping in foil. It was thicker and drier than normal, and not the least bit flakey, nor with expected air pockets. There was practically no garlic flavor. Next time, skip the naan. There are talented hands at Shagun Palace where they are allowed to perform their magic. They are masters of curry cream reductions, but make a mistake in not carrying the expertise through to their breads. If they lack a tandoor for BBQ and Indian oven breads, they really should invest in one. It would make Shagun a more complete 5 Star experience."

New Deshi Village Halal Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.8 (22)

"Good service but sometimes slow. They offered pakora on the house with side sauce which was delicious. Also the best karak chai."