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    The Halal Project

    4.4 (88 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Janelle A.

    I've been in a serious food funk for the past year--nothing really hits the spot, and everything just feels kind of blah! I usually try to bring my own food to school, but even that gets old and honestly, a little annoying to keep up with. The other day, I was desperate for a coffee and walked over to Crater Coffee, which has now moved into the Halal Project space. I was just there for caffeine, but as soon as I stepped inside, I was hit with the most amazing smell coming from the kitchen. I knew right then and there that I had to come back for whatever was cooking. So, on my next school day, I skipped packing lunch and went straight for it. I got the Chicken Shawarma over Rice, and let me tell you--this is the best meal I've had in forever. The balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors, paired with perfectly cooked lean chicken breast and fresh veggies, was just chef's kiss. It was so good, I didn't even have leftovers (which is saying a lot). The employees are amazingly friendly, and it's a great place to camp out, do some homework, read a book, and even grab a delicious dirty chai from Crater Coffee. If you're in San Marcos, do yourself a favor and check this place out. Seriously, go eat there today!

    Chicken wrap
    Rodney A.

    Whoa! Soooooooo good!!!! I used to absolutely love Halal guys! The only problem was it was sooooo dang far in Austin. Now that I found this place- I can go here to get my fix!!! The chicken wrap was sooo good. The only gripe I have, is they do not do grilled onions. Major bummer. But it had soooo muchhh flavorrrrrr!!!! The fries were hitting too! Nice and crispy like I like em. The inside has some pretty funky graffiti art on the walls. Provides a real nice vibe. The service was on point too. Can't wait to go back through San Marcos to try it again!!!

    So much potential!!!!
    Lilly A.

    Adam was a great host. He made sure we had a fresh serving and great portion of food. The ambiance is super chill. 10/10 overall. The food is absolutely delicious. We had the chicken shawarma and lamb shawarma over rice. Topo Chico and Mexican sprite both in a glass jar.

    Bliss.

    It's almost like I can't even explain. I ordered the Combination over Fries, and let me tell you it almost made me cry tears of joy. The immaculate flavors just tickle that sweet spot. You won't believe me when I tell you it's perfec, it's almost like it was a dream. A little pricey, but definitely worth it

    Beef Shawarma Wrap + Chicken Wrap

    Nicely decorated spot. The food is hot and made fresh, great to eat with the sauce and customizable.

    Gyro plate with half rice half salad. 5/5 delicious and fresh
    Samantha A.

    Very clean spacious eating area. Close to the college and off campus dorms. The service was friendly. The food was fresh and delicious. Everything everyone got was sooooo good, very well seasoned. Veggies fresh and cut small. The fries were really good and crisp. We will definitely be back!!

    Gyro, combination plate over rice, and fries.
    Tino F.

    We really enjoyed our meal here. We ordered a Beef Gyro, a Combination Plate over rice, and fries. It was all delicious. The presentation was just as good. The meat was not overcooked and was served fresh off the grill. The meat and vegetables were chopped bitsize. The sauces were excellent, especially the slightly hot red one. The rice was cooked perfectly - light and fluffy. The fries were cooked just right, not overfried, dry, or overseasoned. I was impressed with our server. He was the only one working the grill and taking orders. He still managed to take our order with a smile and even gave us free drinks. We will definitely come back.

    Plain Fries

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    Foods good but service not so good. My first time picking up through YELP one of the guys was rude when I asked where to pick it up.

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    Good bang for your buck! Gyro and chicken shawarma are flavorful, this is my go to late night meal!

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    The food and service are exceptional! Not to mention you can get dessert after dinner all in one spot.

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    Delicious food. Highly recommend it. The portion was pretty large. I had the shawarma chicken over rice. Full of flavor.

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    Great place for salads and fresh coffe and Dubai desserts and coffee. Fresh food and salads, topped with beef and chicken shawarma

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    I don't have a pic but the gyro wrap was the bomb!!!! So delicious, definitely will go back to try other entrees, wraps and desserts!

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    Thanks for the shawarma I loved it it was the best thing I ever ate besides the kofta kebab

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    Amazing lamb, loaded fries, falafel and chicken schwarma! A must eat in San Marcos! I haven't had a gyro this good since I was in Paris!

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