Just Halal — Restaurant in New York

visited here since it recently opened, and we're slowly going through the menu have previously tried the mango mojito (which we liked!) today got lamb over rice ($10) burrito bowl ($11), a burger ($8), and chicken and waffles ($9) everything was well done and an expected price point for the area. I was most impressed by the chicken and waffles this time- I normally hate chicken and waffles, but this one was very good! the waffle was thin and sweet 😋 and we had the extra spicy sauce so it was even better. we also got a sweet dulce de leche sauce, both paired very well with the chicken and waffles! the burrito bowl and lamb over rice were pretty good as well. I personally didn't try the burger, but I heard that was very yummy as well!

they have a very large selection of offerings, which usually means that everything is just okay (or sub okay), but so far so good!

the interior is huge- plenty of seating and very deep once you get into the store - you wouldn't expect it from the outside. the store used to be a fish market, I'm glad this is what replaced it! conveniently located by the Q43/36/1/76/77 & N6/22/24 busstop :)

the owners are super friendly and generous, I've been getting little perks every time I go since they recently opened, which I appreciate very much! I hope the quality of the food stays up! that's the biggest risk with a place like this. my only complaint is that the walls on the inside of the store look like a fever dream lmao. there are recognizable children's characters painted into a larger scene. I'm sure it took a great deal of time to make, which I appreciate, but it's a little scary-looking and definitely not a place to come to for...

I had a really underwhelming experience at Just Halal. When I walked in, two guys were behind the counter one seemed to be prepping food, and the other was just hanging out behind the register. I waited with three other people to place an order, but no one even acknowledged us. The couple ahead of me actually left, probably frustrated by being completely ignored and went to the restaurant directly across the street. I gave up waiting after a few mins and decided to order from my car for pickup.

That was a mistake.

About 15 minutes later, I got the pickup confirmation and grabbed my food. The burrito bowl was honestly terrible. It was barely warm, with cold, soggy rice and an unreasonably small portion overall. The chicken was cut into such fine, tiny bits that I barely noticed it once I mixed everything together. There were almost no vegetables, greens, and absolutely no flavor. If you enjoy bland food with zero seasoning, this might be your spot but for anyone else, it’s a major letdown.

The truffle fries were also disappointing. They looked nothing like the picture on Uber Eats. The portion size was okay, but they were soggy and unimpressive. Think McDonalds fries after you let them sit for a day with some seasoning thrown on top.

Overall, the food was below average, and the service (or complete lack thereof) didn’t help. For the price, you can absolutely find better food with better flavor and actual customer service. I wouldn’t recommend Just Halal, and I definitely won’t be going back. WASTE OF MONEY!

An empty restaurant during lunchtime near a bus stop is a...

For the prices you would expect to get at least a tea that's not a powder from a container. Very surprised that drinks are made from a powder mix and water . Ordered a Thai tea and couldn't take more than 2 sips without tasting the chalky powder. *The food is nothing to write home about . The mixed lamb and chicken over rice was cold, not fresh and way too much salt ...again another overpriced item. Birria tacos same ..cold and overly salted . *Ordered a kids meal. Literally just fries and chicken tenders. It was so dark and burnt..The taste was bitter and the texture was rubbery as per the pictures My 6 year old refused to eat it. The fries were tasty but overcooked to extra crispy. *The cold food is because they have 5 guys cooking and one person taking care of walk in orders so anything you ordered is made and sat there until he's done taking another order. Nice guy but overwhelmed and flustered by multiple orders at once. The only redeeming thing was the churros and only if you eat them hot without the burnt caramel they give on the side. The takeaway , check your food before leaving . Seems like a good spot for the after school crowd that only prefers fast food. Hard pass on this ever again. Expected way way better based on...