tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81640248609206375832024-03-19T03:46:58.149-05:00Zain's Halal ReviewsSalam / Hello everyone. My name is Zain Mohammed and I am a full time engineer based in Houston, TX. I've always had an interest in trying different types of food that exist all over the world. This blog showcases the many halal restaurants that exist from Houston and beyond, and consists of many international cuisines.
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.comBlogger240125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-8030870464292693652019-10-15T10:01:00.000-05:002019-10-15T10:01:01.623-05:00Pho A&A: It's Pho Sure Good<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: Pho A&A<br />
Address: 6700 Denton Highway, Watauga, Texas<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: a-la-carte<br />
Date of visit: 10/2/19<br />
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Background:</div>
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Salam/hey guys! Today I will be writing about my first time trying a popular Vietnamese dish: Pho. Pho is basically Vietnamese beef noodle soup. It is really popular in Houston and, but there's no spot in Houston that has halal beef pho even though it's one thing that so many people want. In fact, there are only three Vietnamese spots in the entire country that have halal pho. One is Pho Ellie in Fullerton, California (Orange County), Simply Banh Mi in Washington DC, and the place I went and I am writing about now: Pho A&A in Watauga, which is about 11 miles northeast of Fort Worth. I first heard about it after one of my Instagram followers from the DFW area tried it and loved it. I immediately put it in my list of places to try. The only issue is that whenever I visit the DFW area, I usually go to the Dallas side since I have relatives in Allen (near Plano). Pho A&A is about an hour from there.</div>
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So how was I able to go and try it? Well, I went on a business trip to Fort Worth, and I happened to have time to try it. After checking in at the hotel, I went and tried it.<br />
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Let The Experience Begin!<br />
Pho A&A is located at the intersection of Denton Highway (US 377) and Chapman Road. It was empty, so I helped myself to the table. After looking through the menu, I was ready to order.<br />
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Let's Eat!<br />
I ordered a large pho bowl, which costed $11.99 + tax. Along with the bowl came bean sprouts, jalapenos, basil, and lime. The waiting time was 12 minutes and 21 seconds.<br />
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Menu: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/phoAandA/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1240916852720461&__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARDotSfJMlIYhfYybpo_YaWKK7IJmItsSuTyI-XqGVWPs4w0dqP_nbYjbhqhodE9NO_7FArnlWtLx3vMntE_fPJhY4JFf48nDj6pPB-L92HIsw5FJQzGlC3_qv4MbZ7kz7rhBYLu7px7BNlo3f2ZdcHfxQImJ_7Ro5Ljpa-XOeRnOMIuc-29OwJMKcoGABg_vrp_P5dHFdkRK3DbEWcmKEyRnUftcqoX00ixcm9uGAzIWIvfa0s2lP5MqHov9-hLyunIRZJvSwqH2Eh4RX2ckxff58bl5hpEEYECfzqmV3mudKAwEk6ERElmX8NqCF8rFzNfa3HSCXQoi-Qiwh5U7K5zNQ&__tn__=-UC-R" target="_blank">Menu</a> (click to view)<br />
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It's amazing how much variety of pho they have, AND they're fully halal. They have a whomping 5 varieteies of halal pho to choose from. Along with the regular steak pho, they have one which has steak along with tendons and tenderloins, a chicken pho, a shrimp pho, and a vegetarian pho. Another menu item that looks really promising is the Korean Short Ribs, another thing not available in Houston. They also have a Thai menu to choose from.<br />
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The Verdict:<br />
For someone having it for the first time, it was legit! The way it works is that you add as much of the condiments as possible to give the bowl its flavor. The bowl was very flavorful, and it was also really big. Great value for how much it costs. The meat was nice and tender, and the noodles were cooked perfectly. They pho sure feel you well. No issues with the service.<br />
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Conclusion:<br />
If you are in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, take the drive there. Halal pho is a rare thing in this country, and this is the only spot in all of Texas to have halal pho. The people are friendly, and they feed you well. I hope there will be one in Houston in the future.<br />
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Grading:<br />
Food: 8/10<br />
Service: 9/10<br />
Total: 17/20 = 80% (B)<br />
Pricing: $$ out of $$$$<br />
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Restaurant Information:<br />
Pho A&A<br />
6700 Denton Highway, Watauga, Texas<br />
Phone: (817) 656-4878<br />
Website: None<br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/phoAandA" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/phoAandA</a><br />
Timings: Tue - Thu & Sun: 11:30 AM - 9 PM; Fri - Sat: 11:30 AM - 10 PM<br />
Caters: yes<br />
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Feel free to comment below, send me a message on Facebook, or send me an email!<br />
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Cheers!<br />
Zain Mohammed</div>
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-72752940645645890922019-10-15T08:54:00.001-05:002019-10-15T09:23:55.795-05:00Sufi Kabob: Hello Corpus Christi!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: Sufi Kabob<br />
Address: 7150 S Padre Island Drive, Corpus Christi, Texas<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: a-la-carte<br />
Date of visit: 9/30/19<br />
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Salam/hey guys! Today I will be writing about my experience at a spot not in Houston, but in Corpus Christi! This place is called Sufi Kabob. I was in Corpus Christi on a work trip. For those outside Texas reading, Corpus Christi is a city along the Gulf Coast that is about 215 miles south of Houston. I originally thought of going to Kuzina, but they were closed until Wednesday. So using a quick Google search, I found this place. After checking into my hotel, I went and checked it out.<br />
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Let The Experience Begin!<br />
Sufi Kabob is located at the intersection of S Padre Island Drive (aka TX 358 feeder) and Rodd Field Rd next to the Wingate by Wyndham. It's not too far from Texas A&M Corpus Christi, as well as the main mosque of Corpus Christi. The interior was nice. There was classical Bollywood music playing along with a TV showing the Monday Night game between the Bengals and Steelers. You order at the counter, pay, then sit down.<br />
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Let's Eat!<br />
I ordered a custom plate. It's basically a combo of two kababs served with rice, salad, and naan. THe two kababs I got were their sufi kafta (beef kafta) and their chicken kafta. The total price? $14.99 + tax. You get sauces on the side of your dish. The sauces are: tzatziki sauce, red hot sauce (which was muhammara), and a mint chutney sauce. The waiting time was not bad at 9 minutes and 30 seconds.<br />
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Menu: <a href="https://orders.cake.net/11102080" target="_blank">https://orders.cake.net/11102080</a><br />
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The menu is basically on a website for online ordering/delivery. It is mainly Mediterranean, with some Indian/Pakistani options to choose from. They have a skewer of vegetarian kabab, which is basically a skewer of vegetables grilled. They also have their take on the popular chicken over rice dish that has taken America by storm for the past decade.<br />
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The Verdict:<br />
Despite the price being high, the food was delicious. Out of the two kababs, the sufi one was better. It had more flavor. The sauces were also good. The tzatziki and mint chutney were on point. It was perfectly made. The muhammara had a kick (as expected). The food was washed down with a glass of water. According to the folks working there, everything is halal. No issues with the service.<br />
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Conclusion:<br />
Sufi Kabob is definitely a spot to check out if you are planning a trip to Corpus Christi. It's not only far from the mosque, it's also not far from the Battleship and the beach.<br />
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Grading:<br />
Food: 8/10<br />
Service: 8/10<br />
Total: 16/20 = 80% (B)<br />
Pricing: $$$ out of $$$$<br />
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Restaurant Information:<br />
Sufi Kabob<br />
7150 S Padre Island Drive, Corpus Christi, Texas<br />
Phone: (361) 356-6715<br />
Website: <a href="https://orders.cake.net/11102080" target="_blank">https://orders.cake.net/11102080</a> (This actually is the link for the menu)<br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Indian-Restaurant/Sufi-Kabob-175677819750993/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Indian-Restaurant/Sufi-Kabob-175677819750993/</a><br />
Timings: Mon - Sat: 11 AM - 10 PM; Sun: 12 PM - 8 PM<br />
Caters: yes<br />
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Feel free to comment below, send me a message on Facebook, or send me an email!<br />
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Cheers!<br />
Zain Mohammed</div>
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-89034686577471312002019-08-23T23:15:00.003-05:002019-08-29T13:07:40.069-05:00Where to eat at ISNACON 2019- A Comprehensive Guide<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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guys! Welcome to Houston and to ISNACON! Not only is Houston well known for NASA
and its Southern Hospitality, it is also known of having a very diverse halal
food scene! Here are some of the options that you can choose from during your
stay in Houston. Some opened up during after last year’s convention, and some
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minutes from the Convention Center, Stanton’s City Bites is still one of the
most popular options for halal burgers in Houston. They have halal chicken and
beef burgers, chili, and hot dogs, and all the halal stuff is cooked separately
on a separate grill from the pork items. All you need to do is to mention halal
and no bacon to the cashier when ordering your food. You get that classic diner
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BBQ, Pinkerton’s BBQ is the closest to the convention center! The place still
uses Creekstone Farms beef for their ribs and brisket, and smoke and cut the
beef separately from the other meats they serve. They are a favorite not only
with the Muslim community here in Houston, but also with many Muslims that
visit Houston. The vegetarian sides that they offer are their coleslaw and
their potato salad. Be sure to come at exactly 11 AM if you want to grab one of
their ribs: they sell out in between 60 and 90 minutes! </span><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><br />
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but with halal options! Nearly every meat option in this restaurant is halal! Along
with the traditional tableside carving of the meat, they provide hot dishes for
you to also enjoy! Simply mention to your server that you want the halal
options, and they will take care of you! Tip: order your steak medium rare for
the best taste, and do reservations as weekends tend to be packed.</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Abu Omar Halal – Various Locations<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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to be is one of the most successful halal restaurant chains in the city.
Established after a failed venture into the taco truck business, Abu Omar grew
from a small truck in the Medical Center to having eight locations in Houston,
and they are not stopping in growing. They provide shawarma and NY Style
platters, but the one thing that everyone loves is their chicken shawarma
arabi. Their location between I-610 and Sam Houston Tollway is 7727 Westheimer,
and their location in the Medical Center is 7500 Almeda.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Busy Boy- 5722 Hillcroft</span></span></b></div>
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to provide excellent food and service. Everything here is halal, and they offer
a wide variety of items such as cold cut subs and sandwiches, burgers, Philly
Cheesesteaks, and Po-Boy’s. They also have crepes (savory and sweet) and
desserts. So, if you want to have some dessert after eating at the restaurant,
just walk over! Tip: Eat The Fries with the garlic sauce.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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place is a fully halal spot and is a sister restaurant to one of the most
prominent restaurants in Houston – Peli Peli. You can choose from a variety of
items such as Peri Peri chicken, a burger made from frikkadele (South African
meatball), and Portuguese Beef Fajita tacos! They have another location off
I-610, but this is the only location to be halal (the other location is inside
a Whole Foods). Tip: They have table sauces available if you want to make your
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earlier this year, and some new burgers were introduced! This place still offers
top notch American burgers along with Desi fusion burgers. They also have a
Desi menu.</span><span style="background: white; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Food Truck Park – 2829 Chimney Rock</span></b><b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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park where different trucks come and set up shop for the day. Thankfully, Two
with halal options are permanently here. The first is Mico’s Hot Chicken. This
serves an amazing hot chicken sandwich, where you can customize how hot you
could make the chicken. If you sign up for their most hot, the x-hot, they make
you sign a waiver. They also have animal fries and tenders basket. Right now
the tenders are halal, but they cook it separately from the breast (those are
the only meats they sell), and you can substitute the breast on the sandwich. Their timings are 12 PM to 8 PM, there's often a long line, and no online or phone orders! So instead of debating between Popeye's and Chick Fil A, try this place!</span></span></div>
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pays homage to Detroit: Midwest Coney Connection. They sell coney dogs, and
some amazing wings along with Philly Cheesesteak. They also sell Faygo, a popular
brand of Soda from the Midwest. Right now, the coney dogs, wings, and the
Cheesesteak are halal.</span><span style="background: white; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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to run a prominent halal Mediterranean restaurant in Dearborn, Barbar Mediterranean
Grill is a spot that is enjoyed by many Houstonians who want to eat
Mediterranean food. They are most known for their grilled chicken, which you
can get either half or whole. A good thing is that they are open late as well.</span><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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popular late night spot for Houstonians. In the middle of the night, this food
truck serves up items such as Adana kebap and doner kebap that would remind you
of your last trip to Istanbul. They also serve their sandwiches “Arabic style”. They're open until 5 AM on weekends.</span><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">2) Deen’s
Cheesesteak – 5222 Barker Cypress Road – Katy/Cypress</span></b><b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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providing some of the best halal food in the northwest side of town. The owner,
who grew up in the Philly area (South Jersey), provides different types of
cheesesteaks along with the traditional one that pays homage to its birthplace.
They also have pizzas, boneless and bone-in wings, and rice platters.</span><span style="background: white; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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thing is that these items are served all day. They also have items such as
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incredibly popular among many people, including Muslims, in Houston. They have
incredibly delicious chicken, and they are also generous with the portions they
give for the sides. Try their chaufa (fried rice with rotisserie chicken),
their vegetarian pinto beans (they do not serve pork), and their sauces. They
also have a halal beef option – their lomo saltado (sautéed beef). Try the sauces. They go very well with the chicken.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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fajita plates, enchiladas, and burritos. The halal options are the chicken and
beef fajitas, ground beef, chicken milanesa, their soup, and shredded chicken.
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Jade Ly has grown to be one of the most popular halal Chinese spots in town.
One good thing about this place is that their lunch specials are available all
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-53540361960785519512019-07-17T23:13:00.000-05:002019-07-17T23:13:10.130-05:00Moroccan Bites Tagine: Moroccan Food in the Alamo City<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: Moroccan Bites Tagine<br />
Address: 5714 Evers Road, San Antonio, Texas<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: A-la-carte<br />
Date of latest visit: 7/7/19<br />
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Background:<br />
Salam/hey guys! Today, I will be writing about my first halal restaurant experience in San Antonio! It's in fact the first time in five tries that I finally got to check one place out. The reason for that is because of the fact that the halal restaurants in San Antonio are concentrated in the northwest part of town, particularly near UTSA (University of Texas San Antonio), and Six Flags Fiesta Texas. With the exception of dessert spots, there's literally nothing that is halal in the Riverwalk or Alamo area. But I did come close once, to the spot that I am writing about: Moroccan Bites Tagine. I came with my family back in 2014, and was planning on going there. Unfortunately, they were closed for the night, so we had to go somewhere else. So I had to go again. I was originally going to try Turquoise Grill, but they had closed down. After the drive from Houston, it was time to grub.<br />
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Moroccan Bites Tagine is located in the strip mall at the intersection of Evers Rd and Wurzbach Road. I was one of the first customers for the day. The inside was very nice. I was handed the menu and browsed it before ordering.<br />
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Based on the suggestions from folks who've been there, I got the lamb shank with vegetables tagine. It comes with either Moroccan bread or rice (I chose bread). The price is $13.99 + tax. To wait, I browsed on the phone<br />
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The menu has many Moroccan staples such as pastilla, couscous (select days only), and merguez sausage. They also have lamb madghout, which is similar to lamb kabsa from Saudi. It was featured on Food Network's TV Show Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives with Guy Fieri. Along with the Moroccan staples, they have items such as chicken kabab and kefta kabab.<br />
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The 5 year wait was well worth it. The tagine was amazing. The sauce in the tagine was bursting in flavor. The lamb was very succulent and fresh, and the vegetables were on point. The bread was great as well. The food was washed down with water. Overall, two thumbs up. No problems with the service.<br />
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It's definitely worth venturing out to Moroccan Bites from the Riverwalk if you're visiting from San Antonio. The food is great, and the inside is also really nice. I'd definitely come back and try their other tagines, as well as their merguez.</div>
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Service: 8/10</div>
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Total: 17/20 = 85% (B)</div>
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Moroccan Bites Tagine<br />
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Phone: (210) 706-9700</div>
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Website: <a href="https://moroccanbitestagine.com/">https://moroccanbitestagine.com/</a></div>
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Timings: Mon, Wed, and Thu: 11:30 AM to 9 PM; Fri and Sat: 11:30 AM to 11 PM; Sun: 12 PM to 9 PM; Tue Closed</div>
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Caters: Yes</div>
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-59114734952360520392019-07-16T23:56:00.001-05:002019-07-16T23:56:37.186-05:00Groovy Burger: A Food Truck Serving Halal Burgers<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Food Truck: Groovy Burgers<br />
Address: 8621 Westheimer Road, Houston, Texas<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: A-la-carte<br />
Date of latest visit: 7/2/19<br />
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Background:<br />
Salam/hey guys! Todat I will be writing about a spot that opened up a few weeks ago called Groovy Burgers. As the name suggests, this place sells burgers. I first heard about the place, when the owner messaged me about coming to check it out. So I did. I made another trip here because I also wanted to try their chicken burger. I went after work on both trips. On the first trip, I met my IG food blogger friend, and I went to the second one myself.<br />
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Groovy Burgers is located at the gas station on Westheimer and Crossview Drive. If there's no parking at the station, then you can park at the strip complex next to the gas station. In the first trip, it opened a little late as the owner was running late with inventory (it's a one man show so give him a break if you were to experience this). On the second trip, it was open.<br />
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I ordered the Munchies burger on the first trip. It is a 7 oz patty stuffed with cheese, and topped with American cheese, a spring mix, blue cheese dressing, onions, and groovy sauce. On the second trip, I ordered the spicy fried chicken burger with an add on of beef bacon. It's fried tandoori chicken breasts with American cheese, fried onions, serrano peppers, jalapeno ranch, and a red sauce. On both occasions, we got the fries. One cool thing about this place is that they put melted cheese in every order of fries. While waiting for the food on the first trip, we spoke to the owner. On the second trip, I spoke with the owner as well as giving recommendations to a first time customer about what to get<br />
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Menu: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GroovyBurger/photos/rpp.566392743843364/599827160499922/?type=3&theater" target="_blank">Page 1 From Facebook</a>; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GroovyBurger/photos/rpp.566392743843364/599827180499920/?type=3&theater" target="_blank">Page 2 From Facebook</a><br />
The menu is from their Facebook page, since they don't have a website. The place is fully halal. Along with burgers, they sell Philly cheesesteak, hot dogs, and deep fried candy bars (like what you see at carnivals). They have a variety of sauces as add ons to go with the beef bacon.<br />
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Overall, the food was great. But I have two recommendations. First is to ask him to add the jalapeno ranch sauce when having the Munchies Burger, and get them to put extra jalapeno ranch sauce in the Spicy Crispy Chicken Burger. That was legit one of the best ranch sauces I've ever had. Out of these two, I'd rank the spicy chicken burger as the better one<br />
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Groovy Burgers is a great addition to the halal food truck scene in Houston. The food was great on both trips, and people are also enjoying it based on the feedback I've received and seen. One thing I would like to see in the future is that they would open for lunch. I think it would do very well with the lunch rush there. I'd definitely be back in the future, and I would recommend to try this place.</div>
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Total: 9.25/10 = 92.5% (A)</div>
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Timings: Mon-Sat: 6 PM to 4 AM</div>
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-84311818444563864322019-07-16T23:09:00.002-05:002019-07-16T23:09:37.281-05:00We're Dough Bakery: A Lebanese Bakery near Hillcroft<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: We're Dough Bakery<br />
Address: 6437 Westheimer Road, Houston, Texas<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: A-la-carte<br />
Date of visit: 7/1/19<br />
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Salam/hey guys! I'm back after a while. Sorry I have been busy. I've been using my Instagram a lot more than the blog lately due to the fact that I had zero time with work getting really busy and me preparing for major engineering exams. Anyways, the first review of July is of a bakery called We're Dough Bakery. It's a full fledged bakery that serves authentic Lebanese bakery items such as Saj (thinbread) and Fakhar eggs. I got to go here while on lunch break from work.<br />
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We're Dough is located in the same strip mall as House of Kabob. The inside is really nice and swanky. The dining area is also very vast. The way the ordering works is that you order, pay, and wait until the pager buzzes so that you could get your food and eat.<br />
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I ordered a simple saj with cheese and sujuk (dry beef sausage). The price? $6.49 + tax. The waiting time wasn't bad though.<br />
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The menu is from their Yelp page, since they don't have a website. The place is fully halal, and they have some really interesting items such as pizza pot pie, and kaak (Lebanese street bread with sesame seeds). The prices are reasonable.<br />
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We're Dough is a great bakery to check out. I'm glad it's not far from my work. I just wish they'd be open for a longer time during the day (See in Timings)</div>
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We're Dough Bakery<br />
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Timings: Mon-Sun: 8 AM to 5 PM</div>
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-58898891899054949162019-02-23T19:16:00.003-06:002019-02-23T19:16:41.196-06:00Raja's Curry Kitchen and Grill - Off to Louisiana We Geaux<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: Raja's Curry Kitchen and Grill<br />
Address: 3821 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: Buffet<br />
Date of latest visit: 2/19/19<br />
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Salam/hey guys! Today, it's time to mark a new state that would indicate where I've done a review from! It's the first one that is new since 2016, when Illinois and Georgia were added. While I am based in Houston, I still do review halal spots in other parts of the country (international soon to come). The state in question is none other than out neighbor to the East: Louisiana. And where in Louisiana? New Orleans? Too far (5.5 hours drive from Houston). Then? Lake Charles. A small city that is 25 miles from the border.<br />
So how did I end up reviewing a place in Lake Charles? Well, I had to go to a site that is about an hour south of Lake Charles. So on the way there, I decided to stop for lunch. When I looked up where to eat, there were only two halal options: Raja's, and Royal Tandoor. I chose Raja's because they had a better rating on Google Reviews. After enduring the drive from Houston, I decided to stop before heading to the site.<br />
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The restaurant is located about 5 minutes from McNeese State University. The inside was a bit dark, and they were playing the Willow Cricket channel as well as the local TV channels. Without hesitation, I went for the buffet.<br />
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Interestingly, all the meat items at the buffet were all chicken, and not a single goat dish. From the buffet, I got chicken biryani, green chicken (murgh hara masala), chicken korma, butter chicken, and tandoori chicken. They give you a free basket of naan to go with the buffet. To drink, I just got water. I paid a total of $13.57 (tax included). Is it me? Or is it that Indian/Pakistani buffets have become increasingly expensive?<br />
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Menu: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/therajasgrill/menu/?ref=page_internal" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/pg/therajasgrill/menu/?ref=page_internal</a><br />
This spot has the usual Indian affair such as curries, grilled meats, rice dishes, and vegetarian dishes. They also have some Mediterranean items such as hummus, tabbouli, and baba ghanoush, NY style platters, and fusion burgers. An interesting menu for an Indian place. The buffet is only for lunch every day it is open.<br />
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While it wasn't the best buffet overall, it was a solid spot and it certainly beats out some of the buffets I've had in Houston. The main miss was the biryani. It was really mild for my liking. I couldn't taste the true flavor of it. I really liked the green chicken, tikka, naan (which I didn't picture) and korma. The butter chicken could use some improvement though.<br />
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Raja's is a solid spot to check out some halal Indian food in town. If I come back to Lake Charles, I'll try the other place and them compare them. But for now, do check this place out if you're in Lake Charles. I hope that the biryani would improve and there would be more halal options in Lake Charles soon.</div>
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Food: 7.5/10</div>
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Total: 15.5/20 = 77.5% (C)</div>
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Restaurant Information:<br />
Raja's Curry Kitchen and Grill<br />
Address: 3821 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana<br />
Phone: (337) 476-2777<br />
Website: <a href="https://www.orderdaddyospizza.com/">n</a>one<br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/therajasgrill/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/pg/therajasgrill/</a><br />
Timings: Mon-Sat: 11 AM - 9 PM; Sun: 12 PM - 9 PM;<br />
Caters: Yes<br />
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-79574011478803617842019-02-23T18:39:00.002-06:002019-02-23T18:40:26.873-06:00DaddyO's Pizza: When an Appetizer is Filling and Legit<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: DaddyO's Pizza<br />
Address: 2645 N Gessner Road, Houston, TX<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: A-la-carte<br />
Date of latest visit: 2/16/19<br />
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Salam/hey guys! Today I will be talking about a spot that has been around for nearly 25 years, and just started offering a halal option. The place in question is called DaddyO's Pizza. I actually heard about this place after seeing pictures on social media about the food they have. It looks appetizing, but as I have learned, it's best to see how the food is really presented, looks, and tastes. There have been some instances where the food comes in a reasonably sized bowl, but in reality it would come in something very small. One thing that caught my eye was the garlic cheese rolls that were shown. I wanted to try it, but I wasn't going to post about it initially since they didn't have halal options. But, I got a DM from them, and they said that they plan on offering a halal gyro topping for their pizzas, salad, wraps. Since I saw pictures of the rolls with pepperoni, I thought that it would be ok to have the gyro meat in them. I got to go while I was on a break from my PE (Principles of Engineering) exam prep class at their Spring Branch location (They also have a location on Dairy Ashford).<br />
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The Spring Branch location of DaddyO's is located on N Gessner between Kempwood and Westray. The inside is small, similar to Crespo's. They also have seating outside.<br />
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I got the garlic cheese rolls with the gyro meat. For that, request the build your own and then add the gyro meat. The price is $11.90 (tax included). The wait time wasn't bad at approximately 8 minutes.<br />
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This spot has pizzas, calzones, pastas, and subs, which are typical for most pizza places in town. They also have baklava as a dessert option.<br />
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My goodness. The rolls were PHENOMENAL. It was incredibly flavorful, and the gyro meat was cooked perfectly. I also liked the bread. Easily one of the best appetizers I've had at a restaurant. The portions are big, so I would recommend you getting this with someone (I didn't eat the whole thing myself). No complaints about the service. </div>
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DaddyO's is a place that's worth checking out. The garlic cheese rolls are something that is unique for a pizza place here in Houston. I will come back and try the pizzas, and I'd recommend you guys to check the place out if you're in the Energy Corridor or Spring Branch.</div>
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DaddyO's Pizza<br />
Address: 2645 N Gessner Road, Houston, TX<br />
Phone: (713) 939-8000<br />
Website: <a href="https://www.orderdaddyospizza.com/">https://www.orderdaddyospizza.com/</a><br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/daddyospizzahouston/?ref=br_rs">https://www.facebook.com/daddyospizzahouston/?ref=br_rs</a><br />
Timings: Sun-Thu: 11 AM - 9 PM; Fri-Sat: 11 AM - 10 PM;<br />
Caters: Yes<br />
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-91037626302342156852019-02-18T23:03:00.000-06:002019-02-18T23:03:13.525-06:00Poblano's Mexican Grill: Halal Mexican Food makes a return<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: Poblano's Mexican Grill<br />
Address: 1250 Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: A-la-carte<br />
Date of latest visit: 2/11/19<br />
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Salam/hey guys! Today I will be talking about a new halal restaurant that offers Mexican food. It has been a while since there was a full fledged halal Mexican spot that offered more than the basics (tacos, quesadillas, etc).For the most part, halal full fledged brick-and-mortar Mexican food hasn't fared well in Houston. The last one to have a large variety of halal Mexican options, El Beso Cantina, closed down in 2017 only a few months after being open. The same deal was with El Plato Caliente back in 2017, and AlCaliente back in 2016. Often, halal Mexican items such as tacos and quesadillas are either fused with other cuisines (examples include Twisted Turban, and Crispy or Grilled), or are served with other cuisines (examples include Family Kitchen in Sugar Land, Halal Taqueria near Bush airport, and The Chew Shack). So a place that could be the halal version of Pappasito's or Ninfa's was needed. A place that would be like Dona Mary in Dallas and offer a wide variety of halal Mexican food.<br />
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This started when I got a message from the owner that also owns Fogao (Brazilian Steakhouse that has halal options available). He told me about his Mexican place that he owns, and how he plans to add halal options to it. That place turned out to be Poblano's. I looked at the menu, and I saw that it was a full fledged one (menu described more in detail below)! Finally, a spot that has that potential of being like the popular Mexican places but with halal meat. He also told me about how he is planning on introducing halal tamales (the first halal Mexican spot in Texas to offer halal tamales) and to also have halal options at his location in downtown. So I made two trips there before writing this review, since the difference in time between the first and second visit would allow me to try out a variety of things before writing up. Also, the idea of halal tamales would excite many people who eat halal. I once posted on social media about someone having a catering business that has halal tamales as the main seller. And many people were interested in it. On both trips, I went after work.<br />
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Poblano's is located just after the intersection of Eldridge and Memorial. It's located just south of where Sylvia's Enchilada Kitchen is. The inside was dark and cozy. I met Rafiq (who also owns Fogao) and his partner on the first trip, and just the partner for the second trip. Since I met with the owners, I will not grade service. We got a table, and then went over what was going to be eaten that night.<br />
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The halal options available are: chicken fajita style (aka sliced), shredded chicken, beef fajita style, and ground beef. On the first day, we got an assortment of tacos, chile relleno (poblano pepper stuffed with choice of meat, which was ground beef, spinach and mushroom enchilada with their poblano sauce, an assortment consisting of sope, gordita, and tostada, beef torta, carne guisada - a beef stew, caldo de res, which is beef soup with vegetables, and a basic serving of chips and salsa). On the second trip, I got tamales, and chicken and beef fajita platter with salad, guacamole, grilled veggies, and pico de gallo. While waiting for the food to come, the owner talked about how successful Fogao is in terms of the amount of customers requesting the halal meats, as well as hoping that the same would be repeated at Poblano's. On the second trip, the partner was talking about how it became popular as soon as news broke out about the place having halal meat, which is a good sign that this may be the one place that can deliver.<br />
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The menu reminds me a lot of El Beso. It has a huge variety of Mexican options. They have a large selection of enchilada options, a whole lot more of the popular Mexican options including gorditas and sopes, and tamales. They are even open for breakfast, and the breakfast items are served all day. They have breakfast tacos and breakfast burritos as well!<br />
While this place has pork items and items such as barbacoa that are not halal (for now), they are cooked separately from the halal meats. All the tortillas and beans are vegetarian as well. There are two other things to avoid. One is their queso flameado. It's melted cheese and ground beef that is flambeed (alcohol is added to the dish and then lit up with a match. The other is the enchilada sauce that has white wine. I am assuming that you can get the shrimp one with a different sauce.<br />
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The Verdict:<br />
The place was awesome. My favorite items from the first trip were the soup, the chile relleno, and the enchilada. The food from the second day (tamales and the fajita platter), was great as well. I, however, will ask them to make the beef fajita medium rare. The chicken one was excellent though. Two thumbs up.</div>
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I have high hopes that Poblano's would become Houston's most successful halal Mexican restaurant, and the first to successfully survive for over a year. The food is something that I believe should be tried if you are in the Energy Corridor. On the 19th, they will start having halal options (tamales there aren't halal) in their downtown location. I can't wait to go back on my next trip</div>
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Food: 8/10</div>
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Total: 8/10 = 80% (B)</div>
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Pricing: $$ out of $$$$<br />
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Restaurant Information:<br />
Poblano's Mexican Grill<br />
Address: 1250 Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX<br />
Phone: (281) 531-6637<br />
Website: <a href="https://poblanosmexicangrill.net/">https://poblanosmexicangrill.net/</a><br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PoblanosMexGrill/">https://www.facebook.com/PoblanosMexGrill/</a><br />
Timings: Mon-Thu: 7 AM - 10 PM; Fri-Sat: 7 AM - 12 AM; Sun: 7 AM - 9 PM<br />
Caters: Yes<br />
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Zain Mohammed</div>
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-47298027255703625612019-02-16T00:40:00.001-06:002019-02-18T23:03:27.517-06:00Sam's Southern Eatery: A Spot with Halal Options in the Golden Triangle<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: Sam's Southern Eatery<br />
Address: 2949 College Street #115, Beaumont, TX<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: A-la-carte<br />
Date of visit: 2/6/19<br />
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Background:<br />
Salam/hey guys! Today I will be talking about my experience at a spot in Beaumont called Sam's Southern Eatery. Now what got me to go all the way to Beaumont to review a restaurant? Well, I was on a road trip to a site in my job in Louisiana. So the night before, I messaged one of my long time followers about any halal spots in Beaumont, since he was from there. It was then that I was told about the place. After calling them up to confirm, I headed to the restaurant.<br />
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Let The Experience Begin!<br />
The store is located on College Street just a mile from I-10. The interior was dark, and it was packed.<br />
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I ordered chicken strips. It came with two sides. I tried to be healthier, so I got green beans and coleslaw. Everything costed $6.46 (tax included). It was one heck of a deal. The waiting time was about 8 minutes.<br />
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The halal options here are the strips and the philly chicken. They have seafood options as well.<br />
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The Verdict:<br />
For the amount you pay, you get a lot of food. But, in an effort to lose some weight, I had only one chicken strip. The rest I had shared with the guys at work. I also had a bit of the sides, and they weren't bad as well.</div>
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If you're looking for a spot with halal options in a small town like Beaumont, then consider Sam's Southern Eatery. I wouldn't mind going there again in the future if I were to stop in Beaumont again. I wonder if there's anything else to try (in case I come again).</div>
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Service: 8/10</div>
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Food: 7/10</div>
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Total: 15/20 = 75% (C)</div>
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Pricing: $ out of $$$$<br />
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Restaurant Information:<br />
Sam's Southern Eatery<br />
Address: 2949 College Street #115, Beaumont, TX<br />
Phone: (409) 832-5050<br />
Timings: Mon-Fri: 10 AM - 9 PM; Sat-Sun: 11 AM - 8 PM<br />
Caters: Yes<br />
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Zain Mohammed</div>
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-10027332690788000532019-01-10T00:04:00.001-06:002019-01-10T09:24:48.278-06:00Tacos N Frankies: Bombay Street Food in the Energy Corridor<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: Tacos N Frankies<br />
Address: 1460 Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: A-la-carte<br />
Date of visit: 1/8/19<br />
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Salam/hey guys! Today I will be talking about my experience at a spot called Tacos N Frankies. It's a place that has street food that's popular in Mumbai, Frankies, and tacos that incorporate popular Indian foods. Frankies are essentially roti wraps, where you put various items on top of a roti and you wrap it up. Before hearing about what a frankie is, I always associated Mumbai street food with Pav Bhaji (spicy vegetable curry with a soft roll), bhel puri (puffed rice with vegetables and a tamarind sauce), and omelettes. I first heard about the place from two of my friends that work in the Energy Corridor. This was a few months ago. I hardly do go to places in the Energy Corridor, since it's not near Cypress, or my office. I tried this place before heading to the dealership to get my car serviced. It was also a good way to wait out the traffic that was on Eldridge.<br />
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Let The Experience Begin!<br />
The store is located behind the Chase bank near the intersection of Eldridge and Westerloch Dr. The interior was nice and bright with tables for the customers to sit on. You could also see your food being cooked behind the counter. After asking what's popular, I proceeded to order.<br />
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I ordered a chicken tikka frankie. Yup, I decided to go basic by getting chicken tikka lol. It's chicken marinated in smoky charred tomatoes and cooked on a tawa with diced onions. The price for one is $6.48 (tax included). The waiting time was not bad at 5 minutes, given that everything is made fresh.<br />
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They do have a menu online, but it's not complete. The website accidentally has two of the same pics, instead of one that is the most important: the tacos and the frankies. The prices are really good in my opinion; nothing is above $10. Besides the tacos and frankies, they have rice bowls, sides, and desserts. What I find really cool is that they serve the sides on a tricycle that actually moves! All items at this restaurant are halal.<br />
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The Verdict:<br />
This was a decent snack. It does its job as being a snack that is enjoyed by many on the other side of the world. It's neither too light nor too heavy even though the roll was filled with the tikka and the onions. I did feel that it could have a slightly spicier kick as well as some more flavor in the tikka. The roti was really good though. The portion, in my opinion, is good for the amount that they charge. The service was good though. The guys who were working there were friendly. </div>
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While some places in Houston offer snacks from Karachi like bun kababs and kat-a-kat, Tacos and Frankies offers a popular non-vegetarian street food item that is popular in India's biggest city in a restaurant setting. The one thing I would try on the next visit is the goat keema frankie. Goat keems and peas is one of my favorite dishes since childhood. I hope that it will be good as a roll as it is with some fresh khicidi. Do check this place out if you're in the area!</div>
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Service: 8/10</div>
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Restaurant Information:<br />
Tacos N Frankies<br />
1460 Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX<br />
Phone: (281) 809-5050<br />
Website: <a href="https://www.tacosnfrankies.com/" target="_blank">https://www.tacosnfrankies.com/</a><br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/tacosnfrankies/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/tacosnfrankies/</a><br />
Timings: Mon-Fri: 11 AM - 9 PM; Sat-Sun: 12 PM - 9:30 PM<br />
Caters: Yes<br />
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-13234420311107240512019-01-03T22:37:00.001-06:002019-07-16T23:10:10.026-05:00CLOSED: Kababjees - Hello 2019<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: Kababjees<br />
Address: 5600 Hillcroft Avenue, Houston, TX<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: A-la-carte<br />
Date of visit: 1/2/19<br />
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UPDATE 7/16/19: Place closed down after Ramadan.<br />
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Background:<br />
Salam/hey guys! Today I will be doing the first review for 2019 at a spot called Kababjees. I first saw a sign about them opening up during last summer, so I was curious what they were going to offer. I then saw a message from the owner's wife asking me what the procedure was about inviting me to review their place (which had just opened up at the time). Odd. I then say I get to know the name, then bookmark it for a later date. What took another odd turn was the lady asking if I would come unknowingly. To hide my actual identity (i.e. face), I asked if I could do a blogger event there, since I would do usually once in a month. I told her what a blogging event was since she was new, but I had to disclose what I do in the most polite way possible without letting her know that I felt really uncomfortable with disclosing what I do when I blog. This review would not have had service taken into consideration if I had shown my face or told her that I am a food blogger. I want to keep my reviews as legitimate as possible, meaning that I want the food served like they would to a regular customer, and see how the service is without them knowing that I am a food blogger as well as how they treat others. There have been some cases where the folks at some restaurants treated bloggers as well as media outlets like kings and queens, but regular folks like trash.<br />
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Moving on, she then said that she needed to know so that she would tell the owner. I then said that I would do a blogger event. She then said to do the event, so that the grand opening would occur. Fair point. Unfortunately, I wasn't successful in getting other bloggers to come, since I had to prepare for my GRE. I then saw their mix platter, then I thought that it is the one thing I need to try there. It is basically a BBQ meat sampler. I also saw their giant perch fish (I'm picky with fish). I tried to go with my friends, but no one was free. Fast forward to the holiday season, where I did my annual "You Decide Where I go for the First Review of The Year" Poll. And Kababjees won over Halal5 and Biryani N More. One of my followers wanted to meet up with me. So we set up and met.<br />
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Let The Experience Begin!<br />
Kababjees is where Afghan Express used to be. The inside was nice though. The owner, who had a resting angry face the entire time, gave us menus.<br />
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We both agreed on the BBQ Platter ($19.99 + tax), and two plain naans ($1.25 + tax each). To wait, the both of us just talked about food and life.<br />
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Menu: <a href="https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/kababjees-houston-2?select=YU-SXhZvckDtSZVwnysLLg" target="_blank">Page 1</a>,<a href="https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/kababjees-houston-2?select=Y1t1NyYJXf3b-aa5Xlti5w" target="_blank">Page 2</a><br />
Both links are for the Yelp pictures of the menu. The reason is because their website doesn't have the complete menu! You can't mislead people like this.<br />
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The menu is like Bundu Khan, but with more side options. It focuses more on BBQ items, but has rice, a fish option, more naan options, and until recently, nihari (all of which Bundu Khan doesn't have). The only thing Bundu Khan has and Kababjees doesn't have is quail. They also have halwa puri available on the weekends.<br />
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The Verdict:<br />
Honestly, after all the insisting of me coming and trying their food, it was mediocre as a whole. The only good things were the bihari kabab and the naan. Both the seekh kababs and the boti, which was slightly overcooked, could have had more flavor. The one thing I didn't like at all was the mutton chop. It was too gamey in my opinion.<br />
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While it aimed to be Hillcroft's version of Bundu Khan, Kababjees falls short in the taste. 1 out of 5 items on a mix grill being good is not a good thing. If you want to see how it is after someone else recommends it, then I'd suggest that you just go for the bihari kabab and naan. But, if you want to find the best kababs in town, then I suggest you look somewhere else.<br />
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Grading:<br />
Service: 7/10<br />
Food: 6/10<br />
Total: 13/20 = 65% (D)<br />
Pricing: $$ out of $$$$<br />
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Restaurant Information:<br />
Kababjees<br />
5600 Hillcroft Avenue, Houston, TX<br />
Phone: (346) 701-7801<br />
Website: <a href="https://kababjees-restaurant.business.site/" target="_blank">https://kababjees-restaurant.business.site/</a><br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/kababjeeshouston/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/kababjeeshouston/</a><br />
Timings: Sun-Thu: 11 AM - 10 PM; Fri-Sat: 12 PM - 1 PM<br />
Caters: Unknown<br />
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Cheers!<br />
Zain Mohammed<br />
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-16288058767595801692018-12-31T23:50:00.001-06:002019-01-01T01:39:46.579-06:00December 2018 Roundup<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Salam/hey guys! Sorry I have been busy yet again. Here's a roundup of the places I've tried in December 2018.<br />
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This month started out with a trip to Austin. There, I tried two places: Kismet Cafe and Halal Bros. Both places have a strong reputation for their NY Style over Rice. Kismet cafe is location just outside downtown Austin on E 41st street near its intersection at I-35. I got their mix over rice with both sauces (which is what I usually get when I go to Gyro King back in Houston). The price? Only $8.65 (Tax included). Kismet Cafe also offers Mediterranean BBQ plates, salads, and wraps, and everything is under $10!.<br />
The food was on point. The meats were well cooked and the rice was flavorful. A good start.<br />
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Service: 8/10</div>
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Food: 8/10</div>
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Total: 16/20 = 80% (B)</div>
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Pricing: $ out of $$$$</div>
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Address: 1000 E 41st Street, Austin, TX</div>
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Phone: (512) 236-1811</div>
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Website: <a href="http://www.kismetcafe.com/">http://www.kismetcafe.com</a></div>
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Timings: Sun-Wed: 11 AM - 1 AM; Thu-Sat: 11 AM - 3 AM</div>
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Caters: Yes</div>
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Before heading back to Houston, I went and checked out Halal Bros, which was near the UT Campus. The first thing that I noticed is that the place has a huge parking problem. The inside was packed. It was no surprise to me, given how the place always has so much hype from folks in Austin as well as Houston. Like Kismet, I ordered their combo over rice. Like Kismet, the pricing was $8.65 (Tax included) and you get a lot of food for that price. But this place doesn't offer BBQ plates. </div>
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When I got the food, I felt that they were skimpy with the sauces. But that's just me I guess, since I'm used to Gyro King dousing their plates with both sauces. In the platter, the white sauce and the gyro meat were on point. However, the chicken could've been much better. They have a truck on 7th Street as well as two other stores throughout Austin.</div>
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After trying the same dish at both places, I'd say Kismet takes the edge because of the chicken.</div>
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Service: 8/10<br />
Food: 7/10<br />
Total: 15/20 = 75% (C)<br />
Pricing: $ out of $$$$<br />
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Address: 2712 Guadalupe Stree, Austin, TX<br />
Phone: (512) 284-8105<br />
Website: <a href="http://www.thehalalbros.com/">http://www.thehalalbros.com/</a><br />
Menu: <a href="https://mavn.is/halalbros/">https://mavn.is/halalbros/</a><br />
Timings: Mon-Thu: 11 AM - 11 PM; Fri-Sat: 11 AM - 3 AM; Sun: 12 PM - 11 PM<br />
Caters: Yes<br />
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The first place I visited after the trip was an Indian restaurant called Godavari. Godavari is another Indian restaurant chain that has locations all over the country. They offer The inspiration of this trip was my mother. She really wants to try the place out after hearing good things about the place. I went during my lunch break from work.<br />
For lunch, they do a buffet. One side is vegetarian, and another side is non vegetarian. I went for the non vegetarian side. It's more focused on South Indian food. To drink, I got a Thums-Up. All the meat is halal here.<br />
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The food was honestly average as a whole. The only plus point in the whole buffet was the butter chicken, and that is a north Indian dish.<br />
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Service: 8/10<br />
Food: 5/10<br />
Total: 13/20 = 65% (D)<br />
Pricing: $$ out of $$$$<br />
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Address: 28092 Westheimer Street, Houston, TX<br />
Phone: (832) 581-2922<br />
Website: <a href="https://www.godavarius.com/houston/">https://www.godavarius.com/houston/</a><br />
Menu: <a href="https://www.godavarius.com/food-menu-south-indian-food-menu/">https://www.godavarius.com/food-menu-south-indian-food-menu/</a><br />
Timings: Mon-Fri: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM and 5:30 PM to 10 PM; Sat-Sun: 12 PM - 3:30 PM and 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM<br />
Caters: Yes<br />
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Happy New Year!<br />
<br />Zain Mohammed</div>
Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-478236943957518242018-12-09T18:33:00.002-06:002018-12-09T18:33:31.431-06:00Giordano's: Finally, Halal Deep Dish in The City Where It Originated<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Restaurant: Giordano's</div>
Address: 1510 Market Street, Des Plaines, Illinois<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: A-la-carte<br />
Date of visit: 11/23/18<br />
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Background:<br />
Salam/hey guys! Today I will be talking about probably one of my most anticipated visits of all time. Why was it anticipated? Well, it's because of the fact that a location of a popular chain is getting reviewed! The chain? None other than the classic Chicago institution: Giordano's. And what is the popular Chicago food item? Deep dish pizza. Well, we had a spot in Houston for a while (D'Marcos, which closed down) and Fuzzy's (ask for options, but less stellar than D'Marcos). Then, when I was deciding where to go during the trip, I got a picture saying that one of the Giordano's had halal options and that it was prepared separately. I was amazed. I finally got to try the place that so many would always rave about when it came to deep dish. It's the Giordano's that is located in Des Plaines, which is located near O'Hare and a long drive from Burr Ridge. I headed there after spending the day in downtown Chicago which ended with an amazing sunset at 360 Chicago (John Hancock Building). I was going to meet a group of Muslim food bloggers that are based in Chicago (IG: adventuresofshakandb). The original plan was to take the rail by myself from downtown to there, since the location was 5 minutes from the station. But, I got picked up and then we headed there. Surprisingly, I-90 was not packed as I thought it would be. That meant a little wait. My dad was worried about me being alone, so I went inside and said that I would be back since they were on their way. I sat in the Panera Bread next door (didn't walk since it was cold outside). As soon as they were 5 minutes away, I went inside the restaurant.<br />
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Let The Experience Begin!<br />
For a popular pizza chain, the location was SMALL. Only one row of tables and then there were some bar stools. And it was packed. A large party consisting of 14 people came in. There was even a line for takeout where the waiting time was nearing two hours. The wonderful thing? All but one group were brown folks like myself. And they were getting the halal toppings. The bloggers arrived, and we helped ourselves to the barstools and drinks (I got a Pepsi). Then, we ordered.<br />
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For appetizers, we ordered the fried calamari (squid). And before reading the next sentence, I would like to say that no fiqh discussions will be allowed. Different schools have different opinions about which seafood items are permissible to eat. The fried calamari came with artichoke fritters, lemon rings, banana peppers, and fennel with their marinara sauce. For the main, we ordered a meat and more with the halal meat. The meat was halal beef pepperoni, halal beef salami, halal beef bacon, and halal beef sausage. You must request the halal toppings when ordering. They are available when dining in and taking out. For delivery, you have to call them in order to get the halal toppings. The large one, which we got, was $37.25 + tax. The appetizer was $10.95+ tax. One important thing to mention is that the cooking process for deep dish is long. So it's recommended that you order appetizers.<br />
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The menu is like any pizza spot. You have apps, pizzas, and some plates and sandwiches. I also like that there is an individual deep dish option here. I'm assuming that the halal meats can be put in some of the other dishes, so just check if they can do that. As of now, this is the only location of Giordano's in the COUNTRY to have halal options available.<br />
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The Verdict:<br />
The pizza was incredible. Incredibly cheesey and meaty. All of us loved the pizza. I can safely say that Giordano's was well worth the hype. This was definitely the greatest deep dish I've ever had. The calamari was great as well, even though there were some accidental bites into the lemon. Overall, two thumbs up.<br />
One thing that made this place stand out was the service. The person working with all this rush was amazing. She was able to make everything calm despite the long waits, and she was incredibly friendly. The owners are also friendly. We had a small chat before leaving about how they were able to convince corporate to serve halal meat at the location, and thanked them for serving halal.</div>
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Giordano's cheese may be great based on how it tasted along with the meat, but for a true deep dish experience with halal meat, head over to this location! It being packed is a testament to the fact that the halal options at Giordano's is a hit! Hopefully a Lou Malnati's location and/or either the Morton Grove or a new location of Pequod's would follow suit in the future, since it''ll be nice to have more than one option for halal deep dish in the city where it originated from. I'll definitely be back to try it again, no matter where I would be in Chicago.<br />
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Service: 10/10<br />
Food: 10/10<br />
Total: 20/20 = 100% (A)<br />
Pricing: $$ out of $$$$<br />
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Address: 1510 Market Street, Des Plaines, Illinois<br />
Phone: (847) 635-8550<span id="goog_1214810153"></span><br />
Website: <a href="https://giordanos.com/locations/des-plaines">https://giordanos.com/locations/des-plaines</a><br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GiordanosDesPlaines/">https://www.facebook.com/GiordanosDesPlaines/</a><br />
Timings: Sun-Thu: 10:30 AM - 10 PM; Fri-Sat: 10:30 AM - 11 PM<br />
Caters: Yes<br />
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-27730286562771648232018-12-05T00:26:00.000-06:002018-12-05T00:26:02.449-06:00Earl's Kitchen and Bar: A More Affordable Halal Steakhouse<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Address: 1538 N Clyborn Avenue, Chicago, IL<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: A-la-carte<br />
Date of visit: 11/23/18<br />
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Salam/hey guys! Today I will be talking about my experience at a place where you can get halal steak in Chicago. The place is called Earl's. Earl's is a steakhouse chain that is based in Canada. I first heard about Earl's after seeing someone post about how they use Creekstone Farms beef (100% halal btw) at their restaurants. It turns out that they use Creekstone Farms beef at their US locations (I don't know about Canada locations). I looked up hoping that there would be a location in Houston, but there's one in Plano, near Dallas. Hopefully they'll expand to Houston in the future.<br />
Originally, I was not supposed to go here. When I was planning my trip, I did polls for a few days leading up to the trip to determine which places I would try when I spend the day in downtown Chicago on the 23rd. I was originally going to Epic Burger and Tahoora, but that was for if I was going myself. I was in fact spending the day with my cousin from Cleveland. His favorite food item is steak, and he isn't a burger fan. So I thought of going to Prime and Provisions in downtown, but for some reason they were not open for lunch since it was Black Friday. I looked on Yelp and zabihah.com for places that had halal steak. I then saw that they had an Earl's in Chicago, so I reserved a table for two. After Friday prayers in downtown, we took an Uber to the restaurant .<br />
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While the address mentions N Clyborn Avenue, the actual entrance is located on the northeast side of a roundabout that is to the right of the intersection of N Halsted Street and W Blackhawk Street. After confirming the reservation that I made, we were helped to the table by the friendly host. After taking a few minutes to read the menu, I was ready to order.<br />
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I decided to be adventurous and order the beef bibimbap. Bibimbap is a Korean dish that consists of rice, sesame chili sauce, carrots, mushrooms, zucchini, and a soft boiled egg served in a hot stone bowl. I ordered it because I never had a proper Korean dish in Houston (Coreanos is a fusion of Mexican and Korean; Bento Hut in Atlanta, which had chicken bulgogi, closed down), and that there's no halal Korean BBQ spot (though it's the highest in demand after BBQ and steakhouse). I am also confident that this location uses the Creekstone beef since there is no mention of any other beef supplier in their menu. The price was $17 + tax. My cousin got the 6 oz steak frites. It's a 6 oz sirloin steak that comes with fries and garlic bread. I decided to teach him the finer points of steak eating by making him order it medium rare. The price? $17.50 + tax. To wait, I watched UH get their butts kicked by Memphis.<br />
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Menu: <a href="https://earls.ca/locations/lincoln-park/menu/kitchen">https://earls.ca/locations/lincoln-park/menu/kitchen</a><br />
The menu of Earl's is one of huge variety. At one end you have Asian food items like the bibimbap. At another end, you have pizzas, and at one end, you have steaks. As mentioned, Earl's uses Creekstone beef for its US locations. But this location also uses halal chicken from Crescent. I found out a few days after the actual trip there. I don't know if they also use the halal chicken at the other locations. When ordering, just mention to them that you want it cooked separately and that the grill would be cleaned, and they would be happy to help.<br />
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Now in order to eat the bibimbap, read through the captions underneath each picture.<br />
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The Verdict:<br />
For someone who's having a proper Korean dish for the first time ever, I thought the food was good. The spice level was adequate, and the food quality was high. My cousin really enjoyed his steak frites. He said that the steak had a lot of flavor.<br />
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Earl's is a good spot to try if you want halal steak and/or Asian fare in Chicago without having to pay a lot at places like Prime and Provisions or Roka Akor (Chicago locations only have halal and not the Houston location 😒). The really friendly folks will definitely take care of you. I'll head to their Plano location, hopefully during my next trip to Dallas, and try their steak.<br />
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Service: 9/10<br />
Food: 8/10<br />
Total: 17/20 = 85% (B)<br />
Pricing: $$$ out of $$$$<br />
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Address: 1538 N Clyborn Avenue, Chicago, IL<br />
Phone: (312) 929-3952<span id="goog_1214810204"></span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/"></a><span id="goog_1214810205"></span><span id="goog_1214810153"></span><br />
Website: <a href="https://earls.ca/locations/lincoln-park">https://earls.ca/locations/lincoln-park</a><br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/earlslincolnpark/">https://www.facebook.com/earlslincolnpark/</a><br />
Timings: Mon-Thu: 11:30 AM - 10 PM; Friday: 11:30 AM - Midnight; Sat: 10 AM - Midnight. Sun: 10 AM - 10 PM<br />
Caters: Yes<br />
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-72317987440887373292018-12-04T23:34:00.000-06:002018-12-04T23:34:50.222-06:00Shibam: Yemeni Food in Chicagoland<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: Shibam<br />
Address: 9052 Harlem Avenue, Bridgeview, IL<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: A-la-carte<br />
Date of visit: 11/22/18 (Thanksgiving Day)<br />
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Salam/hey guys! Today I will be talking about my experience at one of Chicago's most respected Yemeni spots: Shibam Restaurant. Shibam has two locations: one near Devon Avenue, and one in Bridgeview (South Cook County). I spent my thanksgiving break from work in Chicago with my aunt and grandma. Since I was staying in Burr Ridge, which is in southern DuPage county, I decided to check out the south location. I was hoping that the South location would be as good as what many folks said about the north location. So when I had some free time, I headed to I-55 and headed there.<br />
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Shibam is located in a strip complex near the intersection of US 80 and W 90th Place, not too far from I-294. When I came in, I was confused. I didn't know whether to order at the counter or sit down then order. So I sat down. A few minutes later, I was given the menu. Thus, you have to sit down and then order.<br />
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I decided to go with the lamb haneeth, which is basically roasted lamb with rice. They had a $11.99 deal, so I decided to take it. I also got muttabaq. It was actually my first time having it since moving here from Saudi! I also got some to go for my parents to give it a try. While waiting for the food, which is a while since haneeth is a slow cooking process, I got free soup. A nice touch.<br />
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This spot has popular Yemeni food such as mandi, Zorbian, and Fahsa (a meat stew). They even have breakfast options such as fuul, fasolia, and shakshuka. I thought it was reasonably priced to be honest.<br />
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The Verdict:<br />
The food was incredible. The haneeth was very tender and flavorful, and so was the muttabaq. The soup was also very satisfactory. Given the hype that I saw about this place before hitting the road, I didn't regret coming on a day like Thanksgiving day. Two thumbs up for the food. </div>
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The reviews of the spots that I visited on this trip to Chicago started out with a bang from Shibam. I can tell you that regardless of the waiting time that some may be annoyed about, the food would make up for it. But, if you expect it to taste like biryani after seeing the pics, don't go there. I'll be back in the future, and hopefully in the north location! I also hope a full fledged Yemeni restaurant will open up in Houston, or anywhere in Texas in the future.<br />
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Service: 7/10<br />
Food: 9/10<br />
Total: 16/20 = 80% (B)<br />
Pricing: $ out of $$$$<br />
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Restaurant Information:<br />
Shibam<br />
Address: 9052 Harlem Avenue, Bridgeview, IL<br />
Phone: (872) 215-9665<span id="goog_1214810152"></span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/"></a><span id="goog_1214810153"></span><br />
Website: <a href="http://shibam.com/" target="_blank">http://shibam.com/</a><br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ShibamRest/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/ShibamRest/</a><br />
Timings: 24/7<br />
Caters: Yes<br />
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-44007490783250472642018-11-26T23:33:00.003-06:002018-11-26T23:33:50.807-06:00Mezban - A Desi Buffet Spot That is Actually Good<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: Mezban<br />
Address: 6655 Harwin Street, Houston, TX<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: A-la-carte<br />
Date of visit: 11/15/18<br />
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Salam/hey guys! Today I will be talking about my recent experience at one of Houston's most well known Pakistani spots in town: Mezban. I wanted to look for a Pakistani buffet that is not in the suburbs that actually tasted good. Being a person who grew up eating Indian/Pakistani buffets that were excellent, I had high expectations for the buffets. So far, it has been disappointments with the buffets that were not in the suburbs. But there were only two I had (Shahnai and Haveli), and one that I refused to step into because they nearly gave me food poisoning (Lazeeza). I did have Mezban before, since they catered to some of the events that I would go to. And they were great. Sohail, the owner, and his team did a great job with the quality and taste of the food. But one thing I learned during my 5.5 years of blogging is that often the catering food is far different than the food that you'd get at the actual restaurant. There's only one spot so far that has been consistent in both, and that is Aga's. I did hear good things about the food that was at the actual restaurant. So one day, I headed there.<br />
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Mezban is located in a strip mall on Harwin near the Hillcroft intersection. It's in the strip mall that has Parivar Groceries and Roop Sari Palace. There's a waiting area once you enter the restaurant, and then the main dining area comes.<br />
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Starting here at Mezban is simple. You get a table and then it's up to the buffet line. The line has a variety of things, from appetizers to desserts. The prices vary based on what time you go. For Mon-Fri lunch, it's $11.98 (tax included). With the buffet, you get free fresh naan.<br />
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Menu: <a href="https://www.mezban.biz/online-ordering" target="_blank">https://www.mezban.biz/online-ordering</a><br />
Though they have a buffet all day, they have a takeout menu. It's on the online ordering part of the website, but you can also order over the phone as well as at the counter. The price of the biryani ($4.99) is really good in my opinion, and what's greater is that it's the same price everyday!. Along with the regular dine in buffet, they have a to-go buffet, as well as a halwa puri (popular Pakistani breakfast dish) buffet that consists of popular Pakistani breakfast items. One thing that was interesting is that they offer a Philly cheesesteak Paratha roll.<br />
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The Verdict:<br />
The last good Indian/Pakistani buffet I had was back in 2015 at Taz Indian Restaurant in College Station. That long wait is over. This place is actually good. Mind you, this is a Desi buffet that I am talking about. The food was actually fresh; it didn't taste like it was leftovers from their catering or it was reheated. The goat curry was fantastic (hence me getting it in both plates). The biryani was delicious, and the fact that it's $5 is a steal! The only thing I didn't like was the Mezban Chicken. I thought it could have some more flavor. But overall, a satisfactory meal. No complaints about the service; the people were nice.<br />
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Mezban is for now the only good Pakistani buffet spot in town. It's refreshing to see that a Pakistani spot would make fresh and tasty buffet food, given how the majority of buffets at Pakistani places would get a bad rap for providing stale food or leftovers from banquets that they catered. If you guys want to have a fresh and tasty Pakistani buffet, then this is the place to be.<br />
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Service: 8/10<br />
Food: 8/10<br />
Total: 16/20 = 80% (B)<br />
Pricing: $$ out of $$$$<br />
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Restaurant Information:<br />
Mezban<br />
6655 Harwin Street, Houston, TX<br />
Phone: (713) 952-0606<br />
Website: <a href="https://www.mezban.biz/" target="_blank">https://www.mezban.biz/</a><br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mezbanhouston/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/mezbanhouston/</a><br />
Instagram: @mezbanhouston<br />
Timings: Mon-Sun: 11 AM - 10 PM<br />
Caters: Yes<br />
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-20624643988821192412018-11-06T12:19:00.000-06:002018-11-06T12:19:10.928-06:00Peli Peli- One of Houston's Well Known Restaurants<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: Peli Peli<br />
Address: The Galleria, Houston, TX<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: A-la-carte<br />
Date of visit: 11/5/18<br />
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Salam/hey guys! Today I will be talking about my experience(s) at one of Houston's most well known spots in town: Peli Peli. Peli Peli is a South African restaurant that is run by co-owners Paul Friedman and Thomas Nguyen. So how did I find out about this place? Well, let's flashback to 2015. They had just opened their Galleria location, which was their second location after Vintage Park, and they invited bloggers to go. Being a person who just joined a food blogger group, I decided to go so that I could network with other bloggers. I remember having their shrimp, and I had really enjoyed them. At that time, I really wished that they would serve halal options, since the food was really good. Over time I'd see them be featured for their food. They were featured on the CNBC show <i>Restaurant Startup. </i>They won the 2017 People's Choice Awards, which was conducted by the Greater Houston Restaurant Association. They are rated top 10 in Houston by both TripAdvisor and Yelp. They even won the best food at the 2017 Menu of Menus Event, where restaurants come in and people vote on who has the best restaurant out there. A Facebook video of their espetada went viral recently. And their food looked absolutely mouthwatering. They then opened up a location in Cinco Ranch at LaCenterra. Fast forward to last Saturday (11/3) and someone had just tagged me in a comment. And I couldn't believe it. The restaurant said that they were going to start serving halal chicken (except the wings) and lamb the following week, and then by Spring they'd have halal beef. I then inquired about their fast casual concept Peli Peli kitchen (locations in Heights and Spring Branch). They were going to start with the halal items in two weeks. Alas, a prayer answered, Alhamdulilah. I then went ahead and made a reservation for lunch the following Monday. But that's not all. That Monday was also one of my best friend's birthday. His wife wanted a nice place so that she, her son, and all his friends can come and dine for the occasion. After studying for my GRE, I went for lunch. And after studying more, I headed to the Cinco Ranch location.<br />
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The Galleria location of Peli Peli is located at one of the main entrances to the Galleria. You can calmly park at the Galleria garage and then walk, or you can park in the open lot as well. The inside was really nice. In the front you have a patio outside, and the inside has tables. The Cinco Ranch location had a great vibe as well.<br />
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For lunch, I ordered the Cape Malay Chicken Potjie Pot as well as South African Seafood Cakes. Potjie is basically a pot for a stew. Thus, the dish was basically a stew. It consists of chicken, potatoes, carrots, peas, cilantro, chopped red onions, chopped tomatoes, toasted coconut, mango chutney, and South African Rice. The Seafood Cakes had kingklip (a fish native to South Africa), prawns, their special seasoning and breading, and peppadew tartar sauce. The Potjie Pot was $12+ tax for lunch, and the Seafood Cakes were for $16. I got the Cakes for free because there was a special promotion going on. The waiting time was about 13 minutes in total.<br />
For dinner, I and the majority of the guys got the chicken espetada. It's chicken that is hung vertically with garlic herb butter on top. Just like that video on Facebook but with chicken instead of beef. And it floats! It came with sauteed baby spinach, onions, roasted red potatoes and carrot bredie (a type of South African Stew). The dinner price for the espetada is $28 + tax, while the lunch price is $17 + tax.<br />
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Menu: <a href="https://www.pelipeli.com/pdf/menu/FullMenu01232018.pdf" target="_blank">https://www.pelipeli.com/pdf/menu/FullMenu01232018.pdf</a><br />
As mentioned above, only the chicken (except the wings) and the lamb are halal. I met with one of the managers at the Galleria location. I confirmed that the items were indeed halal. I also asked them to clean the grill. But wow, a whole new cuisine that has halal options available in the Houston area! The seafood items look great as well.<br />
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What can I say. This place was incredible. The Potjie Pot was wonderful. One thing though: everyone suggested that to get the best taste, you mix everything inside the pot, and then eat. The seafood cakes were some of the best seafood I've had, especially the peppadew sauce. As a first time eater of Kingklip, it was wonderful. The espetada was amazing as well. The garlic butter fits perfectly with the meat. The sides were also great. The rest of the guys enjoyed the food that they ordered. I had a few bites of their chocolate dessert and it was great as well. Overall, two thumbs up.<br />
The service was amazing as a whole. Though it was a little slow at the Galleria location because it became busy, the Cinco Ranch location was wonderful. The folks there are really nice and are attentive.<br />
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Peli Peli is a wonderful place to go if you're going for lunch or for a special occasion. The lunch prices are reasonable, though the menu options are limited. The great part is that both the Galleria and Cinco Ranch locations were consistent in their food quality. I can't wait to go back and try the other dishes as well as their halal steaks that come out in 2019.<br />
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Service: 9.5/10 overall<br />
Food: 9/10<br />
Total: 18.5/20 = 92.5% (A)<br />
Pricing: $$$$ out of $$$$<br />
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Peli Peli<br />
Locations in Galleria, LaCenterra (Cinco Ranch), and Vintage Park, Houston, TX<br />
Phone: (281) 257-9500 (works for all thee locations)<br />
Website: <a href="https://www.pelipeli.com/" target="_blank">https://www.pelipeli.com/</a><br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/peligalleria" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/peligalleria</a> (Galleria location)<br />
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pelicincoranch/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/pelicincoranch/</a> (Cinco Ranch)<br />
Instagram: @pelipelihouston<br />
Timings: Galleria- Sun-Thu: 11 AM - 10 PM; Fri-Sat: 11 AM - 11 PM;<br />
Cinco Ranch: Mon-Thu: 11 AM - 9 PM; Fri: 11 AM - 10 PM; Sat: 10:30 AM - 10 PM; Sun: 10:30 AM - 9 PM<br />
Caters: Yes<br />
Reservations recommended on weekends.<br />
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-36425731047659476722018-11-05T00:15:00.000-06:002019-02-23T20:14:49.606-06:00CLOSED: Rhotey Rotisserie: Gourmet Sandwiches in Westchase<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: Rhotey Rotiseerie<br />
Address: 9296 Westheimer, Houston, TX<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: a-la-carte<br />
Date of visit: 11/1/2018<br />
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Background:<br />
Salam/hey guys! Today I will be writing about my two experiences at a small shop called Rhotey Rotisserie. Rhotey Rotisserie is a sandwich shop that offers various sandwiches with different rotisserie meats. I found out about this spot after seeing that this place uses Creekstone Farms beef for their beef sandwiches. After confirming that they use it and cross contamination is not there (more description below), I went there for lunch one day. Then, I got a message from the owner saying that they would start using halal chicken. So I went again and had it.<br />
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They are located just after the intersection of Gessner on Westheimer Road. It's a small shop. You could see the folks making the sandwich in front of you.<br />
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On the first trip, I got their rotisserie beef sandwich. I got their rotisserrie chicken. The rotisserie beef sandwich is $10, and the rotisserie chicken sandwich is $9. The waiting time wasn't bad at all<br />
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The menu is very simple. There are two sandwiches available for each type of meat. You can even turn the sandwiches into a salad. While they do have pork, they cook and cut it separately from the other meats.<br />
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The Verdict:<br />
The sandwiches were really tasty. They both had a lot of flavor and were filling as well. Thumbs up for the food. The service was great as well!<br />
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If you want to go to a sandwich spot that serves halal meat, then Rhotey is the place to be! I'll definitely be back on more occasions!<br />
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Service: 9/10<br />
Food: 9/10<br />
Total: 18/20 = 90% (A)<br />
Pricing: $$ out of $$$$<br />
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Restaurant Information<br />
Rhotey Rotisserie<br />
9296 Westheimer, Houston, TX<br />
Phone: (713) 643-4474<br />
Website: <a href="https://www.thechewshack.com/" target="_blank">https://www.rhotey.com/</a><br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thechewshack/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/rhotey/</a><br />
Timings: Mon-Sat: 11 AM - 9 PM; Sun: closed<br />
Caters: Yes<br />
Online ordering available via Doordash and Ubereats<br />
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Feel free to comment below, send me a Facebook Message, or email me!<br />
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-85792794288613087082018-10-21T18:05:00.001-05:002018-10-21T18:05:34.132-05:00The Chew Shack: A Delicious Halal Turkish Food Truck<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Food Truck: The Chew Shack<br />
Address: 5741 Westheimer, Houston, TX<br />
Date of visit: 10/19/18<br />
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Salam/hey guys! Today I will be writing about my experience at a food truck called the Chew Shack. This company actually has three trucks. One is Turkish, one is American (Burgers, fries, etc.), and one is Mexican. This review is for the Turkish one. I got a message from them saying that they are at a new set location, so I decided to give them a try. After work, I met up with another blogger.<br />
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They are located next to the James Coney Island on Westheimer and Bering. We got three platters: a combination of chicken and lamb Adana Kebap, a combination of filet mignon kebap and lamb Adana kebap, and a chicken kebap. All the platters come with rice, vegetables, pita, and red cabbage. We also got a chicken doner, which comes with fries, and the onion rings. While waiting, we talked to the cashier as well as catching up on life.<br />
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Menu: The Turkish truck isn't deep like the brick and mortar spots. It has different types of kebaps, including the traditional Adana and doner. The biggest plus though is that it's not pricey (Turkish spots are some of the most expensive halal spots in town).<br />
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The Verdict:<br />
Absolutely delicious! There was so much flavor in everything that we got. My top ones were the Adana kebaps and the filet mignon. The food gets two thumbs up.<br />
The people working there were really nice (I was observing them as other customers had come to order food).<br />
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Conclusion:<br />
If you want some Turkish food without having to spend a lot of money, then the Chew Shack is a great spot to go to. I won't mind going there again soon. During the day, they are usually at office buildings. At night, they are at the address (5741 Westheimer). Afiyet Olsun!<br />
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Grading:<br />
Food: 9/10<br />
No service grade since this was a blogger event.<br />
Pricing: $$ out of $$$$<br />
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Restaurant Information<br />
The Chew Shack<br />
5741 Westheimer, Houston, TX<br />
Phone: (713) 643-4474<br />
Website: <a href="https://www.thechewshack.com/" target="_blank">https://www.thechewshack.com/</a><br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thechewshack/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/thechewshack/</a><br />
Timings: Wed-Thu: 7 PM - Midnight; Fri-Sat: 7 PM - 2 AM<br />
Caters: Yes<br />
Online ordering available<br />
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Feel free to comment below, send me a Facebook Message, or email me!<br />
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Cheers!<br />
Zain Mohammed</div>
Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-39285163219733152892018-08-29T23:33:00.001-05:002018-08-29T23:33:34.547-05:00Where to eat While You are in Houston for the ISNA Convention<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Assalam Alaikum guys! For those visiting for the ISNA Convention, welcome to Houston! Houston is known not only for NASA and for its Southern Hospitality, but also for its wide variety of available halal food options! Here are some of the options that you can choose from during your stay here in Houston. Bon Appetit!</div>
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This is the closest halal restaurant to the George R. Brown Convention Center, and the only one that can be accessed by foot. This place has a small restaurant area where they sell items such as shawarmas and shish tawook with rice. You also get a wide variety of international groceries and halal meat. <br /><br />Cuisine: Mediterranean<br />
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2) Stanton’s City Bites – 1420 Edwards Street </h4>
Located only 5 minutes from the Convention Center, Stanton’s City Bites is one of the most popular options for halal burgers in Houston. They have halal chicken and beef burgers, chili, and hot dogs, and all the halal stuff is cooked separately on a separate grill from the pork items. All you need to do is to mention halal and no bacon to the cashier when ordering your food. You get that classic diner feeling when you dine there, so you don’t want to miss out! <br /><br />Cuisine: American<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;">
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3) Pinkerton’s BBQ - 1504 Airline Drive</h4>
If you want to try halal Texas BBQ, then this is the place to be! Since October 2017, this place has been cutting and smoking their Creekstone Farms beef separately from the other meats they serve and has become a favorite among the Muslim community here in Houston. The vegetarian sides that they offer are their coleslaw and their potato salad. Be sure to come at exactly 11 AM if you want to grab one of their ribs: they sell out in between 60 and 90 minutes! <br /><br />Cuisine: Texan <br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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4) Gyro King - 2424 Old Spanish Trail</h4>
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5) Crispy or Grilled – 2306 Brazos Street or 3333 Eastside Street (Must Follow on Social Media For Location Info) </h4>
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Crispy or Grilled is a food truck that offers halal American fare. You have the option of choosing from a normal chicken sandwich to halal chicken cones. Think of this place as a halal Chick-Fil-A food truck, but with more chicken options!
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<a href="http://www.crispyorgrilled.com/" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">www.crispyorgrilled.com</a></div>
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1) Abu Omar Halal – Various Locations
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Abu Omar is one of the most successful halal restaurant chains in the city. Established after a failed venture into the taco truck business, Abu Omar grew from a small truck in the Medical Center to having eight locations in Houston.They provide shawarma and NY Style platters, but the one thing that everyone loves is their chicken shawarma arabi. Their location between I-610 and Sam Houston Tollway is 7727 Westheimer, and their location in the Medical Center is 7500 Almeda.<br />Cuisine: Mediterranean</div>
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2) Busy Boy- 5722 Hillcroft</h4>
Since 2007, Busy Boy has been providing e-xcellent food and service. Everything here is halal, and they offer a wide variety of items such as cold cut subs and sandwiches, burgers, Philly Cheesesteaks, and Po-Boy’s. They just expanded to include crepes and desserts. So, if you want to have some dessert after eating at the restaurant, just walk over!</div>
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3) Cedar’s Bakery - 8619 Richmond Ave.</h4>
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This is a Lebansese Bakery in the heart of Little Beirut that serves up delicious pies. You have a lot to choose from, ranging from the basic manakeesh to labne and zaatar.</div>
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4) Bismillah Cafe- 5696 Hillcroft</h4>
This place offers top notch American burgers along with Desi fusion burgers. The owner is a friendly guy and he sure knows how to make great burgers! <br />Right now, his restaurant is undergoing expansion. However, the Bismillah restaurant next to it has a few of the café items available!<br /><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;">
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5) Thai Gourmet- 6324 Richmond Ave.</h4>
Thai Gourmet is widely regarded to be the best Thai restaurant in Houston, and the best part is that they use halal chicken! This place can have a long waiting time, so come early if you can! The chicken is cooked separately from all the other meats. But be careful on the spice level you get. The medium can still burn your mouth!
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6) Aga’s – 11842 Wilcrest Drive</h4>
Aga’s is widely considered to be the best Indo-Pak restaurant in Southeast Texas. Their service and their quality of food are held in very high regard. This is a great place to take your family, or any large group of people. There is one golden rule to dining here: Goat Chops.<div class="MsoNormal">
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Salam/hey guys! For March 2018, I will be doing something different. I'll be rounding up my trips from that month. The reason being the fact that I have no time to write full reviews because of school and work. I am in my senior year of engineering school, and the work is so much that I have to devote time to do it. once I finish, I can get back to writing full reviews. So without further ado, here is a roundup.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>The Gyro Guys</b></span><br />
The first trip was Gyro Guys in Clear Lake. It was my first review in Clear Lake in 4.5 years. I got to go there since I was in Galveston for most of the day and wanted to give that place a try. I got a large mix over rice, and it was delicious! Price was $10.98 (tax included) Service was good also.<br />
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Menu: <a href="http://thegyroguys.us/" target="_blank">http://thegyroguys.us/</a><br />
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Service: 9/10<br />
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Address: 12403 Scarsdale Boulevard, Houston, TX</div>
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Secondly, I went with two followers to a new Indian/Pakistani spot in Sugar Land called Biryani Bistro. What got me interested in trying out this place was the fact that the owner used to be a chef from the famous Nizam Club in Hyderabad. I looked at the menu, and I saw many Hyderabadi items offered like dum ka chicken, tahari, and marag. We ordered dum ka chicken, goat biryani, and chicken 65. Accompaniments included white rice, raita, and mirchi ka salan. The main standouts were the mirchi ka salan and the dum ka chicken.</div>
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Service: 8/10</div>
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Next, I went to try a Texas delicacy: klobasnek. It's basically a kolache with a meat filling.<br />
A common misconception is that kolache is a pastry with a sweet or savory filling. I used to think that as well, until one follower and some research pointed out that it was indeed klobasnek. And what better place to try out klobasnek than one of the top rated places for it: Koala Kolaches. Located on Spring Cypress and Louetta, Koala Kolaches has grown to become one of the placed highly regarded for kolaches (and klobasnek). And what do ya know, the gyro one was halal, thanks to a muslim food Instagrammer from here in Houston! They in fact use the gyro from Phoenicia for their gyro kolaches (or rather gyro klobasnek). Because of the timings they have, the only time I had to try them was before I headed to school. I got two gyro kolaches, and the hype was actually real! The price for each is $3.69. The kolaches were fantastic. They also have a good variety of vegetarian, seafood and sweet ones as well. I know I'll be back regularly!<br />
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Service: 9/10<br />
Food: 10/10<br />
Address: 14502 Spring Cypress (Intersection of Spring Cypress and Louetta), Cypress, TX<br />
Timings: Tue-Sat: 6 AM - 2 PM; Sun: 7 AM - 2 PM<br />
Pricing: $ out of $$$$<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Las Brasas Charcoal Chicken</b></span><br />
I then went and tried a place that has Peruvian Rotisserie Chicken, a first in the state. The place is called Las Brasas. I discovered that they used halal chicken from a group on Facebook. Rotisserie chicken (or pollo a la brasa) is actually one of the most consumed and popular food items in Peru alongside ceviche. I then headed there one night. It's on Eldridge just after Westheimer next to Chennai Express. The people were really nice. The first thing you notice is that the chicken is cooked in an actual rotisserie that was imported from Peru. Second, you'll notice the halal certificate for their chicken. In fact, the chicken is the only thing that is halal, and it's a good thing because that's their main specialty. According to the owner, he said that they have been using halal chicken since March 1.<br />
So the ordering process is that you specify how much chicken you want (1/2 lb, 1 lb, etc.). Then you pick the sides. Oh, and the sides are all vegetarian! So I got a 1/4 lb chicken with rice and beans. The price? $9.73 (tax included).<br />
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The chicken prices are reasonable! And as shown below in the pic, you get a lot of food for that price.<br />
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<br />For someone trying Peruvian food for the first time, the place was great! The chicken was full of flavor. Do give this place a try if you are in the energy corridor or want to be healthy (one of the few halal places with healthy food)!<br />
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Service: 8/10<br />
Food: 8.5/10<br />
Address:<br />
2721 Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX<br />
Timings: Sun-Thu: 11 AM - 9PM; Fri-Sat: 11 AM - 9:30 PM<br />
Pricing: $ out of $$$$<br />
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To wrap up March, I took a day trip to Austin. Now many who goes there from Houston would often go to either Halal Bros or Arpeggio for halal food. But I went to this place called Darna Cafe. The reason? Moroccan food. It's unbelievable that Houston doesn't have a full fledged Moroccan restaurant, while Dallas, San Antonio, and Austin have one. I've been wanting to try Moroccan food for a long time. The closest I got was Moroccan Bites in San Antonio back in 2014. Sadly they were closed because the owners took a vacation. My parents went to Morocco in 2015 and loved eating tajine. But finally, it was time for me to try a tajine.<br />
Darna is located at the intersection of W 11th and Guadelupe Street, not far from the UT campus. Because there's construction, it's best to pay for parking and then take a little walk to the place. The interior was nice. After sitting down, I was handed the menu.<br />
I ordered the kefta tagine: ground beef and lamb meatballs with a boiled egg cooked in tomato, garlic, and herbs. I paid $16.23 (tax included) for this.<br />
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Menu: <a href="https://darnatx.com/menu/" target="_blank">https://darnatx.com/menu/</a><br />
This place is more Moroccan than Mediterranean tbh. The menu is similar to the one at Moroccan Bites. I'm assuming that the prices of the tagines are similar in other Moroccan places (someone please help)<br />
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For a first timer, the tajine really impressed me. It was bursting with flavor. Everything was cooked freshly. The food was washed down with some water. Overall, two thumbs up. Service was great as well. Really friendly people.</div>
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If you are visiting Austin or go to UT, then Darna is definitely a place to try! Inshallah I hope there will be a Moroccan place in Houston.</div>
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Service: 9/10</div>
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Food: 9/10</div>
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Address:</div>
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408 W 11th Street, Austin, TX</div>
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Timings: Mon-Thu: 11 AM - 9 PM; Fri-Sat: 11 AM - 10 PM; Sun: 9 AM - 8 PM</div>
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Pricing: $$ out of $$$$</div>
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Feel free to comment below, send me a message on Facebook, or send me an email!</div>
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Cheers! </div>
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Zain Mohammed</div>
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Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-67789576739857444212018-03-30T00:34:00.001-05:002018-03-30T00:34:23.769-05:00Fanoosh Biryani and Burgers: Where East Meets West <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: Fanoosh Biryani and Burgers<br />
Address: 1226 Museum Square Drive, Sugar Land, Texas<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: a-la-carte<br />
Date of visit: 3/12/18<br />
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Background:<br />
Salam/hey guys! I will be writing about my experience at the recently opened Fanoosh Biryani and Burgers restaurant. So how did I arrive at coming to a place that serves both biryani and burgers? I saw the owner on Facebook posting about the restaurant opening up in a few months. Next thing you know, he invites the public to give the place a sneak peak. I went for it, and the biryani was absolutely spot on. I decided to come again, this time with two friends. It was a challenge, because I had invited some friends and bloggers to try the food here since the biryani was that good. Unfortunately, many canceled at the last minute despite several answers of "Yes". Another challenge was the time. The place closes at 8 on Mondays, which honestly is early. I got off work late on that day, so getting there was a real challenge with the traffic Houston is known for. Thankfully, the traffic was actually not bad since it was Spring Break, so I made it with some time to spare.<br />
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Let's The Experience Begin!<br />
Fanoosh is located exactly where UB's used to be (same strip mall as Bahama Bucks and the Sugar Land location of Stacked Ice Cream). The layout and outside patio are still there. The place was bustling when we went inside. After browsing through the menu and meeting the owner, we were ready to order.<br />
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Let's Eat!<br />
We ordered three things: chicken biryani, house fries (fries with burger meat, cheddar jack cheese, onion, cilantro, and Fanoosh sauce), and the angus burgers (angus patties with gouda, Fanoosh sauce, lettuce, and tomatoes). We split and paid about $14 (tax included). The waiting time wasn't bad at 14 minutes and 23 seconds. They give you a pager, and when it buzzes, it means that the order is ready. We sat on the patio and talked until the pager sounded.<br />
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Menu: <a href="https://fanooshbnb.com/" target="_blank">https://fanooshbnb.com/</a><br />
If you want to see the menu, you just have to click "menu" and it will take you there. The menu is limited, and for a good reason. The owner wants to make sure that all the food is fresh. They have various types of biryanis and burgers that are available to order, even though some of the biryanis are only available on the weekends. The prices are honestly not bad, and all the meat is halal.<br />
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The Verdict:<br />
When we got the burgers, there was something that caught my eye. All the vegetables, and the sauce were on the side instead of on the burger. It's most likely like that for picky eaters to choose what goes on the burger and what is left out. You add the vegetables and the sauce, and you get what you see in the above pic.<br />
Tastewise, the biryani proved to be the clear winner yet again. The taste was simply marvelous. Perfectly spiced biryani with a lot of flavor, just the way I like it. Second place was the house fries by a close margin. The Fanoosh sauce had the perfect spice kick: not too mild yet not too hot. When they say that their food is fresh, they really mean it. Last place was the burger, which was just ok. The patty wasn't up to my taste tbh. Nevertheless, a good experience overall.<br />
The service was good too. The owner is a really nice guy.<br />
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Conclusion:<br />
While the burger was just ok, the biryani was superb. Fanoosh is a great place to have some delicious biryani without having to drive far if you live in Sugar Land. It's also a great place to have biryani if you do not want to wait in the line at Aga's (in the past few trips, the line was up to the door!). I hope to come visit this place again when I am in Sugar Land.<br />
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Grading:<br />
Food: 23/30 (9/10 for biryani, 8/10 for fries, 6/10 for burger)<br />
Service: 9/10<br />
Total: 32/40 = 80% (B)<br />
Pricing: $$ out of $$$$<br />
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Restaurant Information:<br />
Fanoosh Biryani and Burgers<br />
1226 Museum Square Drive, Sugar Land, Texas<br />
Phone: (281) 201-2067<br />
Website: <a href="https://fanooshbnb.com/" target="_blank">https://fanooshbnb.com/</a><br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/tasteofgreek/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/tasteofgreek/</a><br />
Timings: Mon, Tue & Thu: 12 PM - 8 PM; Fri-Sat: 12 PM - 9 PM; Sun: 4 PM - 9 PM; Wed: Closed<br />
Caters: N/A<br />
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Feel free to comment below, send me a message on Facebook, or send me an email!<br />
Cheers!<br />
Zain Mohammed</div>
Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-67205893397142336992018-03-29T23:30:00.002-05:002018-03-30T00:34:57.625-05:00Taste of Greek: A Food Truck in Kingwood<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: Taste of Greek<br />
Address: 1956 Northpark Dr, Kingwood, Texas<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: a-la-carte<br />
Date of visit: 3/10/18<br />
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Background:<br />
Salam/hey
guys! For the first time since Summer 16, I am reviewing a place that is in the Northeast part of the Houston area (Kingwood, Humble, Porter, etc.). It's rare I come this side because 1) it's REALLY far away from Cypress and 2) there aren't as many halal options there as there are in other parts of town. The place I am reviewing is of a food truck off Northpark drive called Taste of Greek. My entire family was out for the day, so I decided to drive down there before heading home and then heading to one of my best's friends wedding.<br />
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Let's The Experience Begin!<br />
Taste of Greek is located all the way in Kingwood off Northpark just after Russell Palmer Dr. It's located in a small food truck park. There were people there already, so I just waited in line.<br />
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Let's Eat!<br />
What's a good thing to try when you're visiting a Greek place for the first time? Gyros of course! I got the beef/lab gyro sandwich. I paid $7.57 (tax included). I waited only 5 minutes for the gyro.<br />
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Menu: <a href="http://tasteofgreek.wixsite.com/tasteofgreek/menu" target="_blank">http://tasteofgreek.wixsite.com/tasteofgreek/menu</a><br />
The only halal item here is their beef/lamb gyro sandwich, and plate according to the person manning the cashier area. Other than that, the prices weren't that bad tbh. The keftedes (beef meatballs) looked real good though.<br />
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The Verdict:<br />
The gyro was actually tasty. Everything was fresh, and it had a lot of flavor.<br />
No complaints about the service. The person was really nice.<br />
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Conclusion:<br />
Taste of Greek is a great addition to a place that barely has halal food options (compared to other parts of town). If you want a nice wrap that is affordable, then give it a try!<br />
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Grading:<br />
Food: 8/10<br />
Service: 8/10<br />
Total: 16/20 = 80% (B)<br />
Pricing: $ out of $$$$<br />
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Restaurant Information:<br />
Taste of Greek<br />
1956 Northpark Dr, Kingwood, Texas<br />
Phone: (832) 335-7587<br />
Website: <a href="http://tasteofgreek.wixsite.com/tasteofgreek" target="_blank">http://tasteofgreek.wixsite.com/tasteofgreek</a><br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/tasteofgreek/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/tasteofgreek/</a><br />
Timings: Mon - Sun: 11 AM - 7 PM<br />
Caters: Unknown<br />
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Feel free to comment below, send me a message on Facebook, or send me an email!<br />
Cheers!<br />
Zain Mohammed</div>
Zain's Halal Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11858431383783555768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8164024860920637583.post-34109598073302577702018-03-24T13:03:00.002-05:002018-03-24T13:05:21.466-05:00Fuzzy's: Halal Deep Dish Returns to Houston<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Restaurant: Fuzzy's Pizza<br />
Address: 8914 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX<br />
Buffet or a-la-carte: a-la-carte<br />
Date of visit: 2/19/18<br />
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Background:<br />
Salam/hey guys! Today I will be writing about a spot that has been around for a while: Fuzzy's Pizza. I am going to keep this one short, since it was a spontaneous trip planned by me and my friend. I found out about this place using halal on Facebook. I messaged them, as well as called them, and they said yes to having halal toppings. I decided to go there after finishing my work at Prairie View.<br />
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Let's The Experience Begin!<br />
Fuzzy's is located on Westheimer just before Fondren. There were tables, as well as pictures of the owner with many famous customers. For the most part, we were the only customers.<br />
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Let's Eat!<br />
We ordered the deep dish pizza with beef pepperoni. We split the check<br />
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Menu: <a href="https://www.myfuzzyspizza.com/" target="_blank">https://www.myfuzzyspizza.com/</a> <br />
The halal items that are available in this restaurant are the beef pepperoni, and chicken wings. They have regular, Chicago style, gluten free style, and Italian style (similar to Neapolitan pizza). They also serve pizza by the slice<br />
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The Verdict:<br />
The food was pretty good. The only issue really was that the pepperoni was too thin. Nvertheless, halal deep dish is back.<br />
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Conclusion:<br />
The absence of halal deep dish in the Houston area was a short one. Fuzzy's is not bad of a place to try. What you should do though is call ahead in advance, because deep dish takes around 40-50 minutes to cook!<br />
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Grading:<br />
Food: 7/10<br />
Total: 7/10 = 70% (C)<br />
Pricing: $$ out of $$$$<br />
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Restaurant Information:<br />
Fuzzy's Pizza8914 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX<br />
Phone: (713) 787-5200<br />
Website: <a href="https://www.myfuzzyspizza.com/" target="_blank">https://www.myfuzzyspizza.com/</a><br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/fuzzyspizza/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/fuzzyspizza/</a><br />
Timings: Sun - Thu: 11 AM - 9:30 PM; Fri - Sat: 11 AM - 10:30 PM<br />
Caters: Yes<br />
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Feel free to comment below, send me a message on Facebook, or send me an email!<br />
Cheers!<br />
Zain Mohammed</div>
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