Top 20 BEST Halal Food Restaurants in Manchester (2024)
From Manchester City Centre to the Northern Quarter, there are now hundreds of great halal places to eat at in Manchester, one of the top cities in the United Kingdom. But which are the undisputed best restaurants in 2024 with both nice, mouth-watering food and great service?
I've compiled a list of my 20 favourite halal restaurants in Manchester with the best halal food that'll make your special occasion or birthday that much more memorable!
1. Zouk Tea Bar & Grill
First up on my list is Zouk and for good reason! This Indian and Pakistani restaurant is where you'll want to come for the best Asian food. With a cool open kitchen giving you a view of their fresh ingredients, make sure you try their butter chicken bao buns, bottomless eggs benedict, or from 12pm-6pm only on Sundays, their famous halal Sunday Roast.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Great place, Modern twist
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Indian
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? Yes
🎯 Area: Heart of Manchester
📝 Address: 5, The Quadrangle, Chester St, Manchester M1 5QS
📞 Phone number: 01612331090
💻 Website: zoukteabar.co.uk
2. Don Giovanni
If you're after halal Italian cuisine then Don Giovanni is the self-proclaimed "Best Italian in Manchester". Take a stroll down Oxford Street, get a table at Don Giovanni's (which has been open since 1984) and choose from halal-labelled house favourites like spaghetti bolognese, lasagne, tagliatelle with meatballs and pollo milanesé.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Friendly staff, Nice atmosphere
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Italian
🥩 Is all meat halal? No
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? Yes
🎯 Area: Manchester City Centre
📝 Address: 1, Peter House, Oxford St, Manchester, M1 5AN
📞 Phone number: 01612282482
💻 Website: dongiovanni.uk.com
3. Etci Mehmet
Etci Mehmet is a must-try for steak lovers. Our group ordered the Special Steak, thinly sliced beef cooked in butter, which came with its own amazing fire show! This is a great halal restaurant to come for special occasions or if it's your first time in Manchester because of the flamboyant dining experience. Try Etci Mehmet if you're looking for a cheaper Salt Bae-esque atmosphere.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Friendly staff, Nice atmosphere
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Steakhouse
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Heart of Manchester
📝 Address: Unit 4, The Quadrangle, Chester St, Manchester, M1 5QS
📞 Phone number: 01612283158
💻 Website: etcimehmet.co.uk
4. Remal Restaurant
If you don't mind travelling a few miles then Remal Restaurant is a halal Lebanese place worth trying. Based 4 miles north west of Manchester, Remal has favourites like Baba Ghanouj and Jawaneh (chicken wings) as well as lamb kofte and baklawa for dessert. Portion sizes are generous and there's a lot of seating area both on ground level and upstairs.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Customer service, Friendly staff
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Lebanese food
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Greater Manchester
📝 Address: 501 Bury New Rd, Prestwich, Manchester, M25 1AD
📞 Phone number: 01616372324
💻 Website: tripadvisor.co.uk
5. Asha's Manchester
Founded by Bollywood singing legend Asha Bhosle, this fancy Indian restaurant is one of thirteen award winning branches which features culinary delights like chicken tikka samosas, aloo matar tikki, lobster panchopran and an assortment of rich curries. You need to try their Muscat Ghosht which is one of the most tender lamb dishes I've tried. For dessert make sure to opt for the authentic Rasmalai or cooling Pista Kulfi.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Great dining experience, Excellent food
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Indian restaurant
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? Yes
🎯 Area: Manchester City Centre
📝 Address: 47 Peter St, Manchester, M2 3NG
📞 Phone number: 01618325309
💻 Website: ashasmanchester.co.uk
6. Delhi House Cafe
Delhi House Cafe brings together Indian cuisine and modern contemporary food culture. With dishes like gunpowder lamb chops and fried chicken drumsticks, this is a great restaurant to go to if it's your first time in Manchester and you want halal meat served with a modern twist. They even serve a butter chicken naan pizza and something called "Not My Burger!" which is an open naan bread burger with Afghan lamb kebabs. Don't forget to finish with a lovely Indian chai or coffee. Delicious!
👍🏽 Why I like it: Modern twist, Halal meat
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Indian fusion
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? Yes
🎯 Area: Corn Exchange
📝 Address: Unit 10 Exchange Square, Manchester, M4 3TR
📞 Phone number: 01618343333
💻 Website: delhihousecafe.uk
7. Ribeye Steakhouse Manchester
If Etci Mehmet isn't your thing but you still want a good quality halal steak, then head over to Ribeye Steakhouse, south of Deansgate Canal in the Heart of Manchester. A Wagyu steak will set you back at least £80, so it's on the more expensive side, but if you want more of a halal fine dining option coupled with smoking mocktails, then this is the place to come. Make sure to book in advance as it can get busy on weekends as it's halal only and they don't serve alcohol, making it a popular Muslim haunt.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Good reviews, Overall experience
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Steakhouse
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Manchester City Centre
📝 Address: Unit 1a, Number 8 First St, Manchester, M15 4FN
📞 Phone number: 01614702222
💻 Website: ribeyesteakhouse.com
8. Archie's Manchester
If it's your first time in Manchester and you've not heard of Archie's before, then consider your next lunch sorted! Archie's is considered one of the best halal restaurants in Manchester thanks to its juicy burgers, halal fast food and Instagrammable pink decor. Unfortunately their Trafford Centre branch is closed for refurb but don't worry because their Oxford Road chain is still open. Make sure to try The Good Burger (3 smashed patties!) or if you're more into halal chicken, the Hot Chick with spicy buttermilk fried chicken. Wash it down with a Classic or Celeb milkshake and you won't be needing dinner.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Fast food, Large portions
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: American fast food
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Oxford Road
<📝 Address: 115 Oxford Road, Manchester, M1 7DU
📞 Phone number: 01614643654
💻 Website: archies.com
9. Don Tacos
Halal Mexican restaurants are rare which is why Don Tacos has become such a legendary restaurant in South Manchester. Based on the iconic Wilmslow Road (aka Curry Mile), Don Tacos serves birria-style tacos, halal chicken fajitas, quesadillas, and of course, a large portion of nachos to go with any main you choose. As with any Mexican, it's best to share a few plates if you're dining in a group. After you've finished your tasty halal Mexican food at Don Tacos in Manchester, make sure to hit up one of the local shisha bars that line Wilmslow Road and are usually lively on weekends and evenings.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Good food, Overall experience
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Mexican
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Curry Mile
📝 Address: 61-63 Wilmslow Road, Manchester, M14 5TB
📞 Phone number: 01616376464
💻 Website: don-tacos-uk.square.site
10. Yard & Coop
With a Google rating of over 4.4 (with 2,500+ reviews at time of writing), this halal chicken spot is considered one of the best halal fast food restaurants in Manchester. One of the reasons for this is their commitment to using the freshest ingredients; their chicken is even sourced locally from a farm in Shropshire. I had super high expectations of Yard & Coop and it didn't disappoint. Make sure to order the Massive Cock Burger (yes, have fun saying that out loud) if you want a double-stacked chicken supreme and order some honey butter waffles on the side.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Fast food, Great reviews, Local restaurant
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Fried chicken
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? Yes
🎯 Area: Northern Quarter
📝 Address: 37 Edge St, Manchester, M4 1HW
📞 Phone number: 01617102570
💻 Website: yardandcoop.com
11. Dishoom Manchester
With restaurant branches in Kensington, Shoreditch, King's Cross and Covent Garden, Dishoom has become synonymous with the phrase 'Indian fusion food' in the UK. And with its partially halal menu, you can get halal Indian treats like chicken ruby curry, spicy lamb chops and for vegans, the famous house black daal, cooked for 24 hours. The Dishoom Manchester restaurant is on Bridge Street and has over 3,700 reviews on Google making it one of the best halal food places in Manchester for Asian curry lovers.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Great reviews, tasty food, high quality chain
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Indian food
🥩 Is all meat halal? No
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? Yes
🎯 Area: Spinningfields
📝 Address: 32 Bridge Street, Manchester, M3 3BT
📞 Phone number: 01615373737
💻 Website: dishoom.com
12. Comptoir Libanais
Another nationwide chain, Comptoir Libanais brings its famous, freshly prepared Lebanese food to Manchester. You can grab a quick Middle Eastern chicken or lamb shawarma, or try some of their fresh Lebanese breads with baba ghanuj or kibbeh. As with all Comptoir Libanais branches, their interior design harkens to the Orient and they also have a lovely outdoor terrace that serves as a halal birthday venue and restaurant too.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Years of experience, Middle Eastern influences, Polite staff members
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Lebanese
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? Yes
🎯 Area: Spinningfields
📝 Address: 18-19 The Avenue, Manchester, M3 3HF
📞 Phone number: 01616723999
💻 Website: comptoirlibanais.com
13. Akbar's
If you're not too fussed about fine dining in Manchester or can't be bothered to dress up for a fancy venue, then Akbar's is for you. Another chain, this South Indian-inspired restaurant is famous for their grills, from Meat Chops to Cheesy Seekh Kebab. There are even two Chef's Challenges for those who think they can scoff a huge naan or for those who like halal spicy food. If you finish, you'll get a free dessert like Akbar's Kulfi or Gulab Jamon.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Authentic Indian food, Fast service, Amazing food
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: South Indian food
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Deansgate
📝 Address: 73-83 Liverpool Road, Manchester, M3 4NQ
📞 Phone number: 01618347222
💻 Website: akbars.co.uk
14. Cibo Hale
Cibo Hale brings the heart of Italy to the heart of Hale in Manchester. It's known as one of the best halal Italian restaurants in Manchester. With an upmarket outdoors terrace, perfect for summer spaghetti and authentic Italian risotto, there's no better place to come if you're after a halal pizza in a fine dining setting. All their meat is halal aside from the pork. We recommend trying the Burrata Con Pomodoro for Primi Piatti.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Halal Italian, Friendly staff member, Special occasion favourite
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Italian
🥩 Is all meat halal? No
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? Yes
🎯 Area: Altrincham
📝 Address: 6-10 Victoria Road, Hale, Altrincham, WA15 9AF
📞 Phone number: 01615035022
💻 Website: ciborestaurants.co.uk
15. Pitmaster Smokehouse
With a name like Pitmaster Smokehouse you already know that this halal BBQ restaurant is going to be serving you up some barbeque goodness. Based on the bustling Wilmslow Road, Pitmaster has a fully halal menu including 16-hour smoked brisket, slow smoked ribs and burgers. Each dining group gets their own booth so you can roll up your sleeves, use your hands and get stuck in to the delicious halal meat whilst also enjoying a huge milkshake (Salted Caramel Cookie Dough, anyone?). Be sure to check out their Instagram page if you want to get your mouth watering.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Fast food, Relaxed atmosphere, Great place
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: BBQ
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Curry Mile
📝 Address: Pitmaster 31, Wilmslow Road, Manchester, M14 5TB
📞 Phone number: 07483956934
💻 Website: ubereats.com
16. Tattu Manchester
Tattu Manchester is one of the best restaurants to go to for a special occasion, like a birthday, anniversary or graduation, just because of it's amazing decor. Step inside and you'll journey back to Ancient Eastern times and sample contemporary Chinese cuisine. Not all of their dishes are halal, last time we checked it was just the chicken, so you will need to ask a waiter to confirm. We tried the Wok Fired Angry Bird and Chinese Barbeque Chicken. This is one of Manchester's top halal fancy restaurants, situated next door to The Ivy.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Overall experience, Upmarket atmosphere, Fine dining
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Chinese
🥩 Is all meat halal? No
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? Yes
🎯 Area: Spinningfields
📝 Address: 3 Hardman Square, Gartside St, Manchester, M3 3EB
📞 Phone number: 01618192060
💻 Website: tattu.co.uk
17. Sakura Japanese
Did someone say "all you can eat"? Sakura Japanese restaurants in Cheetham Hill brings delicious Japanese food to hungry Mancunians. Usually it's hard to find halal Japanese food which is why Sakura is such a unique dining find. What makes eating there fun are the tablets which you order through and then the cat robots that deliver food to your table. Make sure to try the halal sushi, made for sharing especially if you're on a date night!
👍🏽 Why I like it: Fun atmosphere, Helpful staff, Halal Japanese
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Japanese
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Cheetham Hill
📝 Address: 175 Cheetham Hill Road, Cheetham Hill, Manchester, M8 8LG
📞 Phone number: 01618349988
💻 Website: sakura-japanese-restaurant.co.uk
18. 2Nakhon
2Nakhon is a halal Thai restaurants in Manchester serving authentic Thai food in a relaxed setting. Their menu includes Thai favourites like Massaman Beef, Pad Thai and a selection of steamed fish. 2Nakhon doesn't serve pork but they do serve alcohol. Make sure to book ahead of time as the restaurant can get quite busy and there aren't many tables.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Great owners, Intimate restaurant
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Thai
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? Yes
🎯 Area: Wilmslow Road
📝 Address: 745 Wilmslow Road, Didsbury, Manchester, M20 6RN
📞 Phone number: 07562379263
💻 Website: 2nakhonrestaurant.com
19. Gaijin Dumpling House
If you're after a halal Chinese that's less fancy than Tattu, then Gaijin Dumpling House is a good option. Serving Asian fusion dishes like Chicken Katsu Curry and a selection of bao buns and dumplings, make sure to book in advance again as this is a small restaurant with limited seating.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Fast food, Delicious food, Good service
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Chinese / Asian Fusion
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Levenshulme
📝 Address: 948 Stockport Road, Manchester, M19 3NN
📞 Phone number: 07760822290
💻 Website: gaijindumplinghouse.com
20. Caramello
Caramello is a cafe based in Didsbury and while they're less well-known for their dinners, they're very well known for being a great halal brunch spot. The menu features traditional breakfast favourites like Egg Florentine alongside chicken waffles and french toast. Caramello has a cute Instagram vibe so also makes for a lovely photo with friends and family.
👍🏽 Why I like it: Halal brunch, restaurant aesthetic, Fast service
👨🏼🍳 Cuisine: Halal brunch
🥩 Is all meat halal? Yes
🍷 Do they serve alcohol? No
🎯 Area: Didsbury
📝 Address: 10 Whitechapel Street, Didsbury, Manchester, M20 6UB
📞 Phone number: 01618237242
💻 Website: caramelloofdidsbury.com
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