The UK has one of the most developed halal food markets in the Western world. With an estimated Muslim population of over 4 million, halal food is widely available across major cities. From certified supermarket products to dedicated halal restaurant chains, the UK offers extensive choice for halal consumers. Major certification bodies like HFA and HMC provide rigorous oversight, and many chain restaurants operate halal-certified branches.
We cover halal restaurants and food options in 15 major UK cities. Click a city to explore its halal dining scene.
Halal availability at major restaurant chains in the United Kingdom.
| Chain | Halal Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| KFC | Partial | Over 100 halal-certified branches across the UK. These branches serve only halal chicken and remove pork items. |
| Subway | Partial | Hundreds of UK branches are halal certified via HFA. Pork is removed and replaced with turkey-based alternatives. |
| Nando's | Partial | Approximately 70+ UK branches are halal certified by HFA or HMC. All chicken at these locations is halal. |
| Popeyes | Partial | Some UK locations serve halal-certified chicken. Check individual branches. |
| Papa John's | Partial | Some UK locations offer halal chicken toppings. Check with individual stores. |
| Pizza Hut | Partial | Some UK locations serve halal chicken. Vegetarian pizzas generally suitable. |
| McDonald's | Not Halal | No halal meat at any UK branch. Filet-O-Fish and vegetarian items available. |
| Burger King | Not Halal | No halal meat in the UK. Plant-Based Whopper and Veggie Bean Burger available. |
| Greggs | Not Halal | No halal meat products. Vegan Sausage Roll and Vegan Steak Bake available. |
| Five Guys | Not Halal | No halal-certified meat. Veggie Sandwich and Grilled Cheese available. |
These are the major halal certification organisations operating in the United Kingdom.
One of the UK's largest halal certification bodies, founded in 1994. Certifies food products, restaurants, and food service providers. Accepts machine slaughter with stunning under specific conditions.
halalfoodauthority.comEstablished 2003. Known for strict stance requiring hand slaughter without stunning. Operates comprehensive monitoring with regular unannounced inspections. Headquartered in Birmingham.
halalhmc.orgProvides certification services for food manufacturers, processors, and food service companies. Aligned with international halal standards.
halaltrust.comBased in Bradford. Provides halal certification and monitoring services for food businesses across the UK. Works with local and national food companies.
tmfb.netProvides certification services and halal compliance auditing for food businesses across the UK.
halalauthorityboard.orgProvides halal certification, training, and auditing services for food manufacturers and service providers.
uhauthority.com