Shah's Halal Food
This is the one that doesn't disappoint. Shah's serves the kind of NYC halal cart quality that makes transplants stop in their tracks—fresh-to-order rice, meat that tastes like it was seasoned this morning, portions that feel generous without being absurd. Akram and Yahkirioth have regulars because they actually remember them. Open until 2 a. M. Which means it's there when everything else has closed.
Pro tip: Ask for extra white sauce before they hand you the container—management says they're fixing the sauce ratio issue, but one diner reported consistently getting light sauce despite requests.
The food is well-regarded for its delicious flavors, fresh ingredients, and generous portions, with specific mentions of the chicken, falafel, and fish gyro.
“The chicken and gyro are bomb”
Excellent customer service is a recurring theme, with multiple staff members frequently highlighted for their friendliness, helpfulness, and efficiency.
“The customer service is always the best”
The atmosphere is generally perceived positively, with mentions of good lighting and a clean, bright environment.
“The lighting and atmosphere”
Diners find the value to be outstanding, citing reasonable prices and generous portion sizes.
“Great value for DELICIOUS food”