Adel's Famous Halal Food is one of the most well-known halal carts in New York City and has become…read morea popular stop for anyone looking to try classic street-style halal food. Located in Midtown, we walked up to a simple setup where the focus is on quick, flavorful platters rather than a sit-down dining experience. The biggest part of the experience is honestly the atmosphere around the cart, with the long lines and constant crowd showing how much hype has built around this spot. The cart is compact and functional, with the grill and prep area taking up most of the space, and the steady flow of customers moving through the line reflects its popularity as a late-night food destination. We ordered the classic chicken and lamb combo platter, which comes with rice, salad, pita, and their signature white sauce and hot sauce. The meat was well seasoned and had a good balance of savory flavors, with the lamb adding a richer taste compared to the chicken. The rice is also a big part of the dish, especially with the sauces mixed in, giving everything a more complete flavor. The hot sauce adds a nice kick, but it can get pretty spicy depending on how much you add. The portions are generous, and it is definitely the type of meal that feels filling without being overly complicated. The combination of grilled meat, rice, and sauces works well together, and it is easy to understand why it became such a popular option. It has that classic halal cart style where the appeal comes from simple ingredients done well rather than anything overly creative. The biggest downside is the wait. The line can get extremely long, sometimes stretching far beyond the cart, and depending on when you visit, you may be waiting a significant amount of time for something that is meant to be quick street food. The staff move efficiently and the line does go faster than expected, but it is still something to consider before coming. The turnover is fast enough that the wait does not feel endless, but visiting during off hours is probably the smarter move if you want to avoid the busiest periods. Adel's Famous Halal Food is a solid halal cart with flavorful food, generous portions, and a reputation that is easy to understand after trying it. The food itself is good and worth checking out, but it is not necessarily worth waiting an extremely long line for when there are many other halal spots around New York. It is a great stop if the wait is reasonable, offering a meal that feels both familiar and satisfying, and a classic street food experience that captures the energy of Midtown.

Let me be upfront, I didn't wait in line or pay, so I'm only speaking on the food quality,…read morequantity, and taste. I also don't know what the prices were so I can't really comment on value. The quality was good and the quantity was exactly what you would expect. The container was filled all the way to the top with basically no room to wiggle. The food is definitely a step above what I've had in NYC so far in this category. The spicy rice is a must. The hot sauce is actually spicy so be careful with that. White sauce was good as well. I personally don't care for soggy fries and don't understand why that's a thing, but I seem to be alone on that because my whole group loved them. The meats are where this place really stands out. They're a level above some other spots I've tried. I had a gyro from another place that I would consider our "usual," and this meat was definitely a grade above that. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the meal and would eat it again. There were some complaints about extra charges for extra white sauce, which apparently many other places don't do. I can't personally verify or validate that, but mentioning it since I heard it. My brother-in-law said they waited about 40 minutes and that's crazy to me. I would never wait that long for this type of food. I will never wait more than 10 minutes for a "rice over" dish in 2026 at any place. The novelty wore off in the early 2010s and my time is more valuable than that. But if someone brings it to me, I will absolutely devour it without hesitation.

Had the best food I have even tasted, EVER! I would definitely recommend this wonderful food truck…read more They had the best service,in the WORLD. I barley had to wait. They were so fast at making the Chicken Burgers, and it was good. I hope you consider coming here and giving the food a taste.

This is the 2nd time coming here. Once when I was preggers and yesterday. The food truck is located…read moreon 175th st and Amsterdam avenue. $5 for chimi! Sure!! Sandwich was good and loved the price. They also have other fried food. So if you are on a diet. There is nothing here for you. Lol A chimi is a Dominican hamburger. I had the chicken hubby had the steak. It's filled with sautéed cabbage and has a ketchup mayo sauce. Pair that with a nice cold Chinola ( passion fruit) and it's great. I like the chicken the best. It's a messy sandwich so ask for a lot of napkins. I've also had the carne Frita (fries pieces of meat) and longaniza (pork sausage) both yum.

Menu is short and sweet. My favorite tacos in NYC…read more Option for me 7 days a week even in the rain

All I'm rating is the food. I give it 4 stars. I ordered via Uber Eats. Since it wasn't a winter…read moreday, the food was warm when it was delivered. I ordered two birria tacos ($5 each) and consomme ($5). I immediately squeezed the lime over the tacos and ate them. the tacos which were finger licking good. I decided to eat the consumme the next day so I stored it in the fridge. the cold consomme becomes a block of jello. I flipped it into a pot and warmed it up. It was a beefy broth with 2 slivers of beef. I'd skip the consomme next time.

Found myself in Midtown West around 11pm with nothing open and a real craving, and Shawarma Bay…read morecame through. Half the spots nearby had already shut down or had lines I wasn't about to stand in, and this truck was right there, lit up and moving fast. Got the two-meat combo over rice. The guys inside don't waste time. I had my plate in a few minutes even with a couple people ahead of me. Chicken and beef both came out hot, and the rice underneath was fresh and fluffy. Ask for the extra spicy red if you want to suffer a little. Portions are big for the price. I walked away full and happy. Fries are the one thing I'd skip (they go soft quick), but with the meat and sauces all over the plate I didn't care. If you're out late and everything else is closed, this is the move. They open at 7:30 and stay open well into the night, which is exactly when you want them. I'll be back the next time I'm wandering around starving after midnight.

Great food truck in the area. You'll find a abundance of lamb chicken over rice in the vicinity but…read morethis is one of those that are top tier and competes closely with the others. It's a must try and a go to if you enjoy the style as all in the area have their certain style. Love the lamb and chicken combo over rice. Hot, flavorful, fresh, and made to order. Great white sauce and hot sauce with a wonderful fresh salad that is full of ingredients. Love how the add the extra spice on top to top it off. Friendly and good service. I'd definitely come back.

One of my favorite go to lunches! Their great portions for the price. The steak frites is my…read morefavorite dish because who doesn't love steak and fries. The steak is done perfectly at medium rare that you don't need any sauce and the fries are a nice crispy and golden brown. The steak basil is also really good if you want some sauce and don't want the hassle of cutting your steak. One of my favorite parts about this food truck is that I believe it is run by 2 brothers and the front guy is so nice. You can tell they're great people. They're pretty busy around noon, but I'm always able to get my lunch within 15 minutes. They are cash only, but they do also take venmo or zelle. I only wish they had better utensils because it is difficult to cut the steak with the flexible white plastic knifes.

The Best Food Truck in NYC -- Period…read more I've eaten at countless restaurants in New York City, but nothing -- and I mean nothing -- comes close to Steak Freak, the little black food truck parked on the corner of 6th Avenue and West 50th Street. I stumbled upon it around lunchtime and saw a long line stretching down the block. Normally, that would be a deterrent -- but I quickly realized everyone was there for a reason. The line moves surprisingly fast (these guys have it down to a science), and it's absolutely worth the wait. I ordered the Steak Basil on Rice and the Kimchi Sesame Steak on Rice, and both dishes were mind-blowingly good. The steak was tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned, and the sauces had that perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and umami that makes you close your eyes after every bite. The rice was fluffy and soaked up every drop of flavor. You can tell Dorjee, the owner, takes real pride in what he serves. He's one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet -- greeting regulars by name, joking with the crowd, and hustling behind the grill like a pro. Pro tip: Get there early. They sell out by 2 PM every single day, and once the steak is gone, it's gone.

Try the chorizo, egg and cheese on a roll and it was pretty good. Definitely a place to try for a…read morequick, cheap, good breakfast/lunch. I wish I would've got an extra sandwich to save for later. Spots like this are better than most casual restaurant food.

Nino's is a treasure that never disappoints - open early and consistently solid start to any dayread more

Stopped by on a Friday night at around 9:30 to pick up a few platters. I just went with one…read morechicken, and one lamb - can't really go wrong with that, right? Well, they both tasted the same - I'm not even sure I could tell which was which, unless he just gave me two of the same things. It was also super oily, and not in the good late night platters way but in the I'm going to regret this in the morning way. I originally had this place bookmarked because of the great reviews but was disappointed. Next time, I'll stick to the tried and true Halal Guys.

Food Service…read more Overall rating Good food, great flavors, awesome service! We were introduced to Royal Grill on our last trip to NYC 2 years ago. And this trip Royal Grill does not disappoint. Definitely a must and much better than the other guys. Recommend getting the Chicken & Lamb Combo over Rice, the Chicken Tikka over Rice & the Chicken Kati Roll with Chimichurri!

Jackson Heights is full of Southeast Asian food and what a treat to try something completely new…read morefor me. I discovered that a Bangladesh street food called fushka is very popular, so decided to try for my first time. Tong is highly rated and their menu is simple. I ordered the Doi Fuchka ($7), which comes as crispy, hollow puri shells stuffed with a savory mashed potato and chickpea mixture. The difference in the doi is that it is topped with a yogurt to balance the spice for a creamier texture. I liked this a lot, especially with the tamarind sauce too (though this got a bit messy). This is nothing like I've ever tasted with so many different textures going on. It hits you with spicy, sweet, savory, crunchy, creamy, chewy and everything all at once. It comes with 8 pieces, which is perfect to share with 2-3 people. Definitely something to check out!

Wow, delicious Bangladeshi food straight from the OG cart. We tried a few of their signature…read moredishes, and each was delicious. The fuchka was the main event; I liked the original a bit more than the yogurt variety (doi fuchka); the latter was sweet and a little more creamy, while the original had a nice spice and crisp that stood out. Chotpoti was excellent, every bite was a medley of flavor. The mango dish was very interesting; not my favorite, but definitely a very unique take on mango. Sour with a bit of spice, but not in the same way as adding Tajin. Queens never disappoints when it comes to diverse cuisine!