Food was a nice change from regular midtown lunch options, I really liked the jerked chicken. The…read morerest of the meal it came with was fine, I wish the plantains were better, I love plantains, but these were some of the most underwhelming plantains i've ever had. My biggest issue was just very tentative service. They didn't want to be friendly or fast. It was a weird vibe in that sense. I'm not sure what the goal of being absent and quiet when serving food at a food cart is, but if they were more friendly and playing fun music I'd be more inclined to come back. I might still come back to try the pork!

I've seen the trucks around the city before, and when I came across Jamrock Jerk right around the…read morecorner from where I was working for the day, I figured I'd stop and give it a try. There was a line, so I took that as a good sign. I ordered the jerk chicken along with rice and peas, and it was definitely worth it. It was a great experience overall, and I'll definitely be back

Chicken was kinda bland asked for tomatoes and didn't even get any! But the staff were pretty nice…read moreoverall and very fast with their work. The ambiance was pretty basic and pretty straightforward though.

We were absolutely starving, coming out late at night from a concert at Radio City Music Hall, and…read morethis was one of the few spots nearby that was still open. I had heard about The Halal Guys for years but somehow never had the privilege of trying it, mostly because this cart is usually packed. We walked straight up and, to our surprise, it was fairly empty-- clearly our lucky night. We ordered the chicken sandwich with everything and the beef platter with yellow rice, and OMG... it was incredible! These guys are clearly commanding the halal food scene, and after finally trying it, I completely understand the hype. The food was flavorful, satisfying, and exactly what we needed at that moment. There's something about eating a great late-night meal straight from NYC food cart that just hits differently. I will say, my sandwich was VERY spicy. And i love spicy food, but this was another level haha... My entire mouth was on fire. The funny part? I literally could not stop eating it. It was that good. Sometimes the simplest food, at exactly the right time, becomes the most memorable. This was definitely one of those moments. Now I get the hype!

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.

it's great halal, but it's not the best when in comparison to the iconic spots that have longggg…read morewait times (unfortunately) the food: regular combo halal platter is always the way to go. i visited because i kept seeing comparisons to adel's, so i needed to see for myself! it's great halal no doubt, but i still prefer adel's because i feel that it's a lot more flavorful

This place is famous for a reason and they're not wrong for putting "famous" in the name lol…read more Honestly, I don't think it matters which day of the week, you can always count on the line to be there. We came here on a Wednesday night around 8pm and waited for about 30 minutes. I think it's also nice that you can grab a spot in the area to sit and eat afterwards. We ordered the spicy chicken over rice & lamb over rice since they seem to be the popular items here. The portions are HUGE for a reasonable price and I completely understand the hype now. The food is delicious, but it's super rich & heavy so it's not an everyday kind of meal...at least, not for me. It definitely hits the spot when you're craving for legit halal food though.

My first visit here was great - the employee behind the counter walked me through every single…read morechoice - meat options, rice, fries, and spice levels. As a first-timer, that level of guidance was very helpful. But on my second visit later that week with a different employee, I was just asked what I wanted, I said "lamb," and that was the end of it. You can tell first-timers and tourists in line are visibly confused about what their options even are. On top of that, I was charged two different prices across my two visits for the same thing (?), so pricing transparency is definitely lacking. Adel's will always thrive because the food is just that good, but establishing a consistent ordering process would benefit everyone!

Mostly standing tables…read more I tried it once and was craving it for a 2nd time! Got the abobada tacos and it lives up to the hype! They are a bit on the pricey side but definitely worth it!

Popular taco spot for a reason! Stopped in for a quick bite before a show at Lyric. Walked in…read morearound 5:15 and there was a short line that moved quickly. Short menu makes ordering pretty fast and you let the kitchen know your taco toppings when you give them your ticket. I did a carne asada and pollo asado taco on corn. Tortillas tasted fresh and meat had good flavor and wasn't dry. Standing counters to eat only, no seating. Staff was very on top of refilling napkins and salsas at the topping station. We would definitely grab some tacos here again.

We were on our way from Lillehammer to Oslo and stopped off in Hamar for a bite to eat. A quick…read moreGoogle search pointed us to Adel's and we were not disappointed. The falafel was some of the best I've ever had, and they added eggplant to the wrap. My husband had the chicken kebab and raved about it. Everything was made to order, including the pita. Hussein greeted us and as we don't speak Norwegian, conversed with us in English. An all around great experience. Worth a stop in Hamar. There's parking one block away. Highly recommend.

The food was so so, the service was all right, the Ambience was pretty bad in consideration that…read morethere is a super long line and the reason why the line is so long because everyone keeps cutting and seems to be an accepted practice. The line has no reason to be that long if everyone just stayed in order but seems no one cares which can lead to a very frustrating experience.Would rather go to Halal guys, which is equally as good in a much faster line.

Awesome falafel gyro! Add the homemade green sauce for a flavorful kick. Ahmed is friendly and…read morehelpful.

Ahmed is the man!! The portions are generous, and the taste is simply excellent. Whenever we're in…read morethe mood for chicken over rice, my family and I head to White and Hot (Madison and 28th). My usual order is the chicken with brown rice hot sauce , white sauce, pita bread, and French fries. It's a well-balanced meal that's both satisfying and delicious.

This was a cute place to get drinks on a Friday night! The margaritas were great and the service…read morewas quick.

After start by saying that they have a very nice place, the people are incredibly friendly, and it…read moreis such a good thing that they have gluten-free options and even a separate fryer for gluten-free food - the friend I came to this place with is gluten-free and it was great that she was able to get her request accommodated. I ordered their birria tacos and they sadly were not comparable to other ones I've had in the city. The consome wasn't as flavorful, and the meat was not as tender. Other people I went with try their chicken tacos and they seem to like them so maybe it was just the birria ones that were not great.

Truly impressive by all accounts. Their friendliness varies but their service remains dependable…read more The good reputation is justified here. Their staff and dishes deliver consistently. This spot consistently impresses.

The food is memorable and service is consistent. This restaurant gives generous helpings. Workers…read moreshow real friendliness and address any problem. The menu is affordable yet the food is excellent. This spot is suitable for all tastes.

This was my first visit and I'll be back! This location is inside a food hall opposite the Metlife…read moreBuilding; look for signs for the Vanderbilt Market. When I arrived, the attendant didn't have veggie samosas for the chaat but she was willing to substitute the available chicken samosas! Before doing so, confirmed my dietary restrictions which was thoughtful and appreciated. Service: 10/10 The dish was a bit sweeter than I remembered but still delicious and filling. Great portions sizes and a wonderful menu for a variety of dietary needs.

Stopped by Mysttik Masaala located in the Vanderbilt market for a quick lunch. Since I was craving…read moresamosas; I'd ended up ordering two vegetables. And I have to say these samosas were huge, freshly cooked, super tasty stuffed with loads of aloo (potato) and of course flavorful. I'm not sure what's the sauce in the plastic called, but it was yummy. I'm totally looking forward to grab lunch or maybe an early dinner there and try one of their entrees. The services were quick considering the lines can be super long during lunch time in the week. And there are loads of seats to dine here in Vanderbilt market with a busy atmosphere.