Savor fresh, high-quality cuisine from Orlando’s diverse halal restaurants.
Updated July 16, 2024
There is no shortage of rich culinary options in Orlando, with over 6,000 restaurants and 48 MICHELIN-recognized restaurants. But did you know that Orlando also boasts a diverse halal eatery scene?
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Eating halal goes beyond dietary restrictions. Its foundations lie in clean and fresh eating that respects its sources as much as its recipes, so join us for a bite at some of our tastiest halal diners. Whether you’re in the mood for traditional Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors, South Asian delicacies, innovative fusion dishes, or delicious American foods, Orlando has something for every craving.
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Halal Dining in Downtown & Orlando Neighborhoods
Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine
This high-end Turkish restaurant is named after the Bosphorous waterway in Istanbul, a channel that connects Europe and Asia. Keeping true to the nature of the waterway, Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine connects our city and brings a taste of its origins to Orlando, serving high-quality and original Turkish recipes with a focus on Anatolian culture. Drop by to get a taste of their fresh breads, hand-carved halal meats and house-made baklava, all alongside vegetarian and gluten-free options.
With warm ambience and food that’ll hit just-right, Bosphorous makes for an excellent date spot, too. You can find them in Dr. Phillips, Lake Nona, Winter Garden and Winter Park.
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Talkin' Tacos
Though Talkin’ Tacos’ cooking doesn’t actually talk, there’s no need for words. With juicy halal meats used for delightful Mexican cuisine, the zest does all the talking in this fast-casual diner. You’ll want to stop by for some of their must-try specialty Birria Tacos, stuffed with slow-cooked beef soaked in a perfectly spiced broth, then stay for the spin they put in every dish, like their Birria Ramen and Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos.
Find Talkin’ Tacos in Orlando’s SODO District and experience how the ambience sets the mood with festive, glow-in-the-dark murals while the flavorful food perfects the feel.
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Caravan Uzbek and Turkish Cuisine
Setting themselves apart by infusing Uzbek and Turkish flavors across their dishes, Caravan is a one-of-a-kind dining experience in SODO that you won’t want to miss. The restaurant brings to the beautifully decorated table dishes crafted from time-honored recipes. Fresh halal meats are prepared across a range of styles, like tender kabob varieties, specialty lamb chops and traditional chaykhana osh, an Uzbekistan rice dish cooked with lamb pieces. Other menu options include hand-pulled noodles, Uzbek bread and savory soups, all alongside unlimited refills of their Turkish tea.
Zeytin Turkish Cuisine
Located in College Park and reservation-only, Zeytin Turkish Cuisine is a cozy hidden gem loved by locals for offering the very best in authentic Turkish cooking. Start your meal with traditional Lavas bread recommended with every order and end with some baked-to-order knafeh, a dessert made from shredded wheat and sweet cheese before its topped with ground pistachios and homemade syrup. In between, any meats you order are halal and each dish prepared with care, evident in every tender and flavorful bite.
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O’Town Burgers N Wings
A tucked-away spot in Winter Garden, O’Town Burgers N Wings has something for everyone and excels in it all. You can find flame-grilled burgers, 23 flavors of sauces, gyro wraps and cheesesteak subs, mouthwatering wings, and more, all within a guarantee of fresh halal ingredients.
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Beef N’ Buns
This fast-dining restaurant specializes in a high-quality, wide-variety American menu with fusion tastes from Latin America, offering classic smash burgers, crispy chicken sandwiches and hand-cut fries with Cajun and truffle selections, all bursting with flavor. Find Beef N’ Buns southeast of our main tourism districts, just a few minutes away from Lake Nona.
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Beef N’ Buns is also the only restaurant across all of Orlando with an HFSAA stamp, earned from a non-profit halal certification organization guaranteeing the best of quality meat standards. While the absence of a stamp doesn’t take away any other restaurant’s authenticity, its presence certainly doesn’t hurt.
The Dough Show
Located in east Orlando near the University of Central Florida, The Dough Show is an Egyptian cuisine restaurant and a favorite among students. Egyptian-style Oriental and sweet pies are the star of the show, offered with a sprawling selection of delicious toppings like mushrooms, cheeses and halal meats that are stuffed between phyllo dough, a puff pastry. You also have options for Mediterranean wraps, platters and salads. To end the meal, you can’t skip out on some traditional Om Ali, the national dessert of Egypt made with soaked phyllo, milk and nuts.
Halal Dining in Orlando’s Main Tourism Districts
Bombay Street Kitchen
Being a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand recipient and well-loved foodie favorite, Bombay Street Kitchen is a can’t-miss dining experience that celebrates South Asian culture through its dedication to Indian street food.
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The restaurant’s self-proclaimed mission is to ensure that every visit’s experience of taste and spirit returns you to their origins, and they don’t fall short. No matter where your tastes lie, you’re sure to find dishes you adore through Bombay’s expansive menu, with popular choices like pan puri or curries alongside lesser-known but just-as-delightful options like Kathi rolls and Dahi Sev Puri, a sweet and savory chaat snack authentic to the streets of Mumbai.
Alongside a variety of East Asian-Indian fusions, Bombay Street Kitchen also offers extensive vegetarian and vegan options. It can be found near The Florida Mall®.
ShouFi MahFi Mediterranean Grill
Located in the International Drive Entertainment District, ShouFi MahFi Mediterranean Grill offers a wide variety of everything-Mediterranean while specializing in homestyle Lebanese cuisine. Menu options range from cheese and meat pies baked on soft pita bread to high-quality shawarma wraps made with their famous fresh falafel or tender halal meats, all begging to be enjoyed. Both vegan and vegetarian selections are offered alongside a daily lunch special Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Map of Orlando Halal Restaurants
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