🇺🇸 Arizona, United States
Phoenix has a growing Muslim community with South Asian, Arab, and Somali populations. The city's halal scene is developing quickly, with options concentrated in the East Valley (Tempe, Chandler) and along the main corridors in central Phoenix.
A vibrant neighbourhood with a strong concentration of halal eateries and diverse dining options
One of the most popular destinations for halal dining, with options ranging from casual to upscale
Home to some of the area's most beloved halal restaurants and food markets
A neighbourhood with deep culinary roots and an impressive range of halal dining choices
Home to some of the area's most beloved halal restaurants and food markets
Home to some of the area's most beloved halal restaurants and food markets
Long-running Middle Eastern restaurant and market near ASU
Popular South Asian halal restaurant
Middle Eastern grill with halal options
Afghan and Pakistani grill
Halal Mediterranean restaurant
Major restaurant chains and their halal status in United States. Status may vary by branch — always verify directly.
| Chain | Type | Halal Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| German Doner Kebab | Fast Food | Fully Halal | US locations serve halal-certified meat. |
| The Halal Guys | Fast Food | Fully Halal | All The Halal Guys locations in the US serve halal-certified meat. |
| KFC | Chicken | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations in the US. |
| McDonald's | Burger | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations in the US. |
| Burger King | Burger | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations. |
| Subway | Fast Food | Not Halal | No officially halal-certified locations. |
| Pizza Hut | Pizza | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations. |
| Domino's | Pizza | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations. |
| Papa John's | Pizza | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations. |
| Wendy's | Burger | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations. |
| Taco Bell | Fast Food | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations. |
| Chick-fil-A | Chicken | Not Halal | Chick-fil-A does not serve halal-certified chicken. |
| Popeyes | Chicken | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations in the US. |
| Five Guys | Burger | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations. |
| Nando's | Chicken | Not Halal | Nando's US locations are not halal certified. |
| Shake Shack | Burger | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations. |
| In-N-Out Burger | Burger | Not Halal | In-N-Out does not serve halal meat. Limited to western US states. |
| Chipotle | Fast Food | Not Halal | Chipotle does not serve halal meat. Sofritas (tofu) is a plant-based option. |
| Wingstop | Chicken | Not Halal | Wingstop US does not serve halal-certified chicken. |
| Raising Cane's | Chicken | Not Halal | Raising Cane's does not serve halal-certified chicken. |
| Zaxby's | Chicken | Not Halal | Zaxby's does not serve halal-certified chicken. |
| Whataburger | Burger | Not Halal | Whataburger does not serve halal meat. |
| Jack in the Box | Fast Food | Not Halal | Jack in the Box does not serve halal meat. |
| Carl's Jr. | Burger | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations. |
| Hardee's | Burger | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations. |
| Arby's | Fast Food | Not Halal | Arby's does not serve halal meat. |
| Sonic Drive-In | Fast Food | Not Halal | Sonic does not serve halal meat. |
| Tim Hortons | Cafe | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations. |
| A&W Canada | Burger | Not Halal | A&W US is a separate entity. Not halal. |
| TGI Friday's | Casual Dining | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations. |
| Applebee's | Casual Dining | Not Halal | Applebee's does not serve halal meat. |
| Olive Garden | Casual Dining | Not Halal | Olive Garden does not serve halal meat. Vegetarian pasta and salads available. |
| Outback Steakhouse | Casual Dining | Not Halal | Outback does not serve halal meat. |
| Wagamama | Casual Dining | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations. |
| Denny's | Casual Dining | Not Halal | Denny's does not serve halal meat. |
| IHOP | Casual Dining | Not Halal | IHOP does not serve halal meat. Pancakes and vegetarian options may be suitable. |
| The Cheesecake Factory | Casual Dining | Not Halal | The Cheesecake Factory does not serve halal meat. |
| Red Lobster | Casual Dining | Not Halal | Red Lobster does not have halal certification. Seafood is generally permissible in Islam but cross-contamination may occur. |
| Buffalo Wild Wings | Casual Dining | Not Halal | Buffalo Wild Wings does not serve halal chicken. |
| Cracker Barrel | Casual Dining | Not Halal | Cracker Barrel does not serve halal meat. |
| Chili's | Casual Dining | Not Halal | Chili's does not serve halal meat. |
| Starbucks | Cafe | Not Halal | Food items not halal certified. Beverages are generally permissible. |
| Dunkin' | Cafe | Not Halal | Dunkin' does not serve halal-certified food. Donuts may contain non-halal ingredients. Beverages are generally permissible. |
| Krispy Kreme | Bakery | Not Halal | Krispy Kreme US has not confirmed halal certification. |
| Pret A Manger | Cafe | Not Halal | Not halal certified. |
| Burger & Lobster | Casual Dining | Not Halal | Not halal certified. Seafood available. |
| Vapiano | Casual Dining | Not Halal | Not halal certified. |
| Nando's (AU) | Chicken | Not Halal | See main Nando's entry. |
| Slim Chickens | Chicken | Not Halal | No halal-certified locations in the US. |
Halal certification is widely available in Phoenix. The following certification bodies operate in this area:
Tempe and Chandler in the East Valley have the most halal options. Haji Baba in Tempe is a landmark. The scene is growing as Phoenix's Muslim population increases.
DoorDash and Uber Eats serve halal restaurants across the Phoenix metro.