From Indian eateries to Islamic centres, these halal restaurants in Hong Kong offer the best halal food in town!
This wonderful city is a foodie paradise that has something for everyone, from local street food, to dim sum, and even the best pineapple buns in town. The trick is knowing where to go. To make it easy, we’ve put together a list of our favourite halal restaurants in Hong Kong. Think delicious Middle Eastern eateries that pack a punch to the vibrant kebab shops – these places have got you covered with some of the best halal food around.
Where to find the best halal restaurants in Hong Kong
1. Rue du Liban
Tucked in the heart of TST, Rue du Liban is one of the finest Lebanese halal restaurants in Hong Kong. Striving for modern-infused authenticity with every bite, the Moussaka and Mezze platters come in an explosion of aromatic flavours. A great spot to gather loved ones over a delectable halal spread, Rue du Liban has a wonderfully welcoming vibe of 100% Lebanese hospitality.
Rue du Liban, Shop A, G/F, 22-26 Hillwood Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, p. 2310 2922
2. Wai Kee
If you’re hankering for a Hong Kong halal specialty, then you need to try Wai Kee’s roast duck with rice. This food stall is located inside the Bowrington Road Cooked Food Centre, one of the city’s most popular cooked food markets. Word of warning: it gets crowded. But it’s more than worth it, as Wai Kee’s roast duck with rice is truly love at first bite – just imagine crispy roasted duck skin and succulent melt-in-your-mouth meat! And even if you’re not feeling poultry, the mutton curry deserves a try, too.
Wai Kee, Shop 5, Bowrington Road Cooked Food Centre, 1/F, Bowrington Road Market, 21 Bowrington Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, p. 2574 1131
3. Warung Malang
It’s rare to find authentic Indonesian cuisine outside of the Southeast Asian archipelago, but Warung Malang does Indo food justice. The eatery serves typical warung food for halal eaters like nasi campur, lontong (rice cakes), and satay ayam. The best part? Warung Malang is also super affordable, with most dishes coming in at under $100. Planning your lunch in Causeway Bay? Sorted.
Warung Malang, 2/F, Dragon Rise, 9-11 Pennington Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, p. 2915 7859
4. Islam Food
A certified classic as far as halal restaurants in Hong Kong go, Islam Food proudly states that it’s been serving Chinese and Canto-inspired halal eats since 1950. The speciality here is definitely the juicy pan-fried beef buns, which you should be sure to include in your order along with a scallion pancake. From our experience, we’ve never come across a disappointing dish at Islam Food!
Islam Food, 33-35 Tak Ku Ling Road, Kowloon City, Hong Kong, p. 2382 1882
5. Saffron Persian Cuisine
Not only does Saffron Persian Cuisine serve seriously delicious halal food, it’s also the first Persian restaurant in Hong Kong, presenting authentic Persian halal recipes to the masses. The best start for newbies will be the Kebab Lovers platter, which gives you a wide array of all the tastiest kebabs alongside homemade sauces. Finally, order a Persian Black Tea to complete the experience.
Saffron Persian Cuisine, Shop E, G/F, Garley Building, 53 Graham Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2595 9900
6. Sedique Halal Mess
This halal restaurant in Hong Kong is a bit hidden as it’s deep inside the Chungking Mansions. However, Sedique Halal Mess has still managed to build quite a reputation amongst locals. This Pakistani-Indian-style eatery specialises in BBQ Chicken Tikka, which tastes amazing with a basket of its Garlic Naan. Sedique Halal Mess is also one of the few places where you can try mutton paya, a stew made from goat feet (it’s tastier than it sounds!), and it’s all reasonably priced so, win-win.
Sedique Mess, Block A-3, 6/F, Chungking Mansions, 36-44 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, p. 23674445
7. Islamic Centre Canteen
There may be plenty of mouth-watering dim sum at every corner in Hong Kong, but halal dim sum? There’s only one place for it. Located within the Masjid Ammar and Osman Ramju Sadick Islamic Centre (please dress accordingly!), the Islamic Centre Canteen is famous for trading out char siu for chicken and beef. This no-frills halal eatery serves steaming baskets of dim sum until 3pm; afterwards, you can order larger local dishes, like XO noodles and wonton soup.
Islamic Centre Canteen, 5/F, Masjid Ammar and Osman Ramju Sadick Islamic Centre, 40 Oi Kwan Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, p. 2834 8211
8. Aladin Mess
Crazy about curry? Get your fill of halal-certified Indian and Pakistani food at Aladin Mess in CWB. Order some garlic naan to pair with your chicken tikka, followed by a fresh mango lassi to cool that heat down. The affordable prices and wonderfully spiced grub here make Aladin Mess one of our fave halal restaurants in Hong Kong.
Aladin Mess, 60 Russell St, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, p. 2808 0250
9. Istanbul Express
Turkish food tempts us every time, and Istanbul Express is one of our favourite halal Turkish restos in the city. The chicken doner, kebabs, kofte (lamb), and even the spaghetti rarely miss in terms of flavour and spice. Wash everything down with a Turkish Lemonade, and you’re in halal paradise.
Istanbul Express, G/F, 66 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, p. 2865 0066
10. Bombay Dreams
For a splurge-worthy halal feast, head to Bombay Dreams, an award-winning restaurant serving decadent Indian flavours in a fine-dining setting. Chow down on elevated delicacies like the Tandoori Nisha, Goan Fish Curry, and Punjabi Choley. Our hot tip is to pre-order the Raan-E-Dream, a slow-cooked spring leg lamb marinated in yoghurt and fragrant spice – it’s an indulgent dream (no pun intended!). If you want to save a few bucks, Bombay Dreams does a less pricey lunch buffet as well, without skimping on quality.
It’s no surprise Bombay Dreams makes it to our list of best restaurants in Hong Kong!
Bombay Dreams, 4/F, Carfield Commercial Building, 77 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2811 9888
[This article was originally published in August 2018 and updated in 2024 by Min Ji Park.]
