Ultimate Halal Restaurant Guide for the Sacramento Metro Area

Don’t know your way around the halal food scene in the Sacramento Metro Area? I got you. Scroll down to see a list of some of my favorite food spots in the area.

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I might not have design skills but I do have a PHD in MS Paint 😅. Here’s a map made covering the areas in this guide.

| NORTH SACRAMENTO |

Chicken n Waffles 🐔

• Extensive menu featuring southern favorites. Also, open till 3am on weekends.
• Former franchiser decided to start his own halal food concept inspired by the famous Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles in LA!
• What’s good: Alma’s Chicken, Chicken Mac, Fried Chicken Sandwich.

Stormy M.

Changs Thai Cuisine 🍜

• Family-friendly Halal Thai spot known for its amazing customer service.
• Yelp Check-in for free Thai Tea!
• What’s good: Chicken Panang Curry, Chicken Pad Kee Mow, Sweet Sticky Rice with Mango, Thai Iced Green Tea.

Changs Thai Cuisine

| SACRAMENTO |

Ike’s Sandwich 🥖

• Uber popular sandwich chain with 70+ locations in 5 states.
• Check-in on Yelp for free chips!
• What’s good: Ask for the Spiffy Tiffy (not on menu), Ménage O Trois, Dutch Crunch Bread. Note: As noted on the menu, only the shredded chicken is halal.

Ike’s

| OUTER SACRAMENTO |

Famous Kabob 🥘

• Family-friendly sit-down operating for 25+ years — a local favorite!
• They serve fresh pita, feta cheese and a solid amount of greens on the house.
• What’s good: Koobideh, Chicken Barg, Saffron Ice cream.

Victor H.

Dubplate Kitchen and Jamaican Cuisine 🤯

• Authentic Caribbean Food!
• The owner buys his meats from the local halal meat market.
• What’s good: Jerk Chicken, Ital Stew. Note: Patty’s are not halal.

Annee C.

NY Gyros and Philly’s 🗽

• No-frills halal joint serving solid cheesesteaks, wraps, and bowls.
• Closes at 3am on the weekends— Perfect for those late-night food runs with the bois.
• What’s good: Philly Cheese Steak, Meat and Cheese Fries, with extra white sauce 🤤.

Mohammad M.

Halal Fried Chicken 🍗

• The name says it all…
• Owner learned most of his cooking skills in Louisiana, where he lived for 15 years so you know it’s legit.
• What’s good: Chicken Strips, BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Fried Chicken Basket.

Nifiza A.

| ROSEVILLE / CITRUS HEIGHTS |

The Angry Bird 😡

• The first halal hot chicken joint in Northern California!
• Comparable to Dave’s Hot Chicken highlighted in Southern California Halal Food Guide.
• You can get it super spicy but Medium heat is perfect for most.
• What’s good: Combo #3, Angry Fries.

The Angry Bird

Anatolian Table 🧿

• Halal Turkish restaurant serving up classics with 10/10 service
• The owner, Arrow, is super passionate about his cooking techniques so make sure to chat with him!
• What’s good: Mixed Grill Kebap, Yogurtlu Beyti Kebap, Cheese Pide, Kunefe.

Simal A.

Family Restaurant 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

• Hidden gem serving authentic Iraqi dishes and wraps with a family-friendly vibe.
• 3 generations of their family all run the restaurant and their service is next level!
• What’s good: Lamb Shank Plate, Kubba Plate, Biryani Plate.

Simal A.

| ELK GROVE |

Mainland China 🥢

• Brand new halal Chinese/Indian restaurant in Sacramento known for its $11.99 buffet!
• Super accommodating to big families or groups.
• What’s good: Lunch Buffet, Mongolian Beef, Chili Noodle, Hakka noodles.

Simal A.

| HALAL CHAINS |

Falafel Corner 🍔

• Bay Area favorite now in Sacramento whippin up super fresh burgers, wraps, bowls and more.
• They now have 6 locations!
• What’s good: Badmash Burger, Philly Gyro Wrap, Combo Platter.

Khizer A.

Shalimar 🇵🇰

• Popular mini-chain from the Bay Area now in Sacramento serving fresh Pakistani-Indian Tandoori BBQ, curries, and more.
• 2 locations: Sacramento & Elk Grove.
• What’s good: Beef Seekh Kabob, Chicken Tikka Boti, Kashmiri Chai.

Lisa A.

Wayback Burger 🍔

• American fast-casual eatery featuring a full menu of halal burgers, fries, and shakes.
• 2 Locations: Roseville & Folsom.
• What’s good: Black and White Milkshake, Double Bacon Burger, Cheesy Burger, Chili Cheese Fries.

Wayback Burger

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Disclaimer: Everything on this list has been verified to be halal unless otherwise stated. Owners and suppliers can change every so often. I advise you to always check in with the employees/owner at the restaurant in person or on the phone to confirm halal status.