Dublin has grown to be a multicultural city which has led to its food scene becoming incredibly diverse. Peer around the corner and you'll find handfuls of Islamic shops selling halal meat and plenty of eateries doing the same.
From much-loved Indian dining destinations in Stepaside serving lamb seekh kebabs and tandoor chicken to affordable and droolworthy burger joints making perfect patties in the heart of the city, we've rounded up the best halal restaurants Dublin has to offer.
Some listed restaurants may not be entirely halal; please check with your server for available options.
The Best Dublin Halal Restaurants
Rasa
Located in Stepaside on the outskirts of the city centre, Rasa is a charming Indian restaurant serving delicious fragrant curries, light and fluffy rice dishes and irresistible naans - you'll be thrilled to know that all its lamb and chicken are halal too.
The spacious, sit-in or takeaway spot is decked out with smart, leathery brown furnishings and rich paintings on the wall, which combined make for an elegant and colourful dining experience. Feast on its signature, tender butter chicken with notes of cardamom and musky fenugreek, or tempt yourself into devouring a lamb biryani paired with a peshawri naan, featuring almonds and pistachio.
Searching for halal Indian restaurants in Dublin? Rasa's got you.
Daata
Since 1999, this gorgeous restaurant has been serving hungry diners authentic Pakistani food, with some Indian touches and signature twists. The Dublin outposts of Daata can be found on Temple Road, Blackrock, and in Glashtule, with two more spots in Bray and Greystones whipping up award-winning vegetarian dishes and halal meats.
Upon entry, you'll be met by chandeliers, rusted red walls and pretty tiling, paired with authentic Pakistani pictures framed on the wall. Look forward to delighting in plates of Balochi chicken in a rich, green curry sauce, Lahori lamb karahi and hearty helpings of tadka dahl that'll leave you coming back for more.
Get ready to be dazzled by the decor.
Zaytoon
If you've got your heart (and stomach) set on halal restaurants in Dublin city centre, then you'll be thrilled to find a cluster of Zaytoon outposts that have set up camp right there. Founded in 2000 by business partners and best friends Jamshid Kamvar and Azad Shirazi, the Persian restaurant was the result of a passion project and the pair's desire to reinvent the humble kebab after their first successful culinary venture, Café Topolis on Parliament Street.
Spices are at the heart of the dishes, with 90% of the saffron used imported from Iran, and chargrilled, modern kebabs at the forefront of the menu. Grab a chicken, lamb or mixed doner (perfect if you can't decide between the two), or go all out with a family-style sharing platter, served alongside hummus, tzatziki or fries.
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Kinara Kitchen
Ranelagh village's Kinara Kitchen comes from the award-winning Kinara Group, founded by Sean Collender and Shoaib Yunus who bonded over their love of food. The Pakistani kitchen is just minutes away from the city centre, boasting a cocktail bar and intimate interiors beckoning diners to visit for date night.
A variety of menus are available, from Sunday and early bird ones to a refined a la carte selection. The latter features favourites like lamb and cheese croquettes to start, followed by eats from the tandoor, and signature plates like palak gosht (slow-braised lamb cooked with spinach, garam masala and ginger).
Pairing divine cocktails with Pakistani plates, Kinara Kitchen is a must-visit.
Street By Sunil
Street By Sunil has been known to have received praise from Irish media outlets claiming the food is so good, you'll want more to take home with you. And they're not wrong, as this scrumptious Indian spot showcases the very best, traditional cuisine, overseen by multi-award-winning chef Sunil Ghai himself.
Head to Bird's Avenue to tuck into authentic Indian food made with the freshest Irish ingredients and lap up tiffin boxes served with samosas and naan, pickle special butter chicken biryanis and curries like nihari gosht, featuring slow-cooked Slaney Valley lamb in a moreish, silky stew.
Tuck into curries made by an award-winning chef.
Dada Restaurant
When on the hunt for a Moroccan restaurant serving halal food, it's got to be Dada Restaurant. The authentic space honours the cuisine's rich heritage and offers authentic Moorish-inspired plates, overseen by chef Jalal Balmaati and his team who've had plenty of experience working in some of North Africa's finest restaurants.
The decor is truly marvellous, with beautiful sculpted wooden arches, draping curtains and warm, spherical light fixtures dotted about the 150-set venue. Come to admire textured walls and stained glass interiors, then warm your bellies with fragrant tagines, chicken couscous, and grilled mince kofta kebabs.
Who's your Dada? This restaurant certainly is.
Firebyrd
Not only is Firebyrd one of the best American joints in the city, but it also ticks all the boxes if you're looking for cheap halal restaurants in Dublin. The authentic hot chicken joint comes from partners Ashley and Peter who met in Atlanta, dreamed about bringing Southern cooking to Ireland, and set up Firebyrd in 2020 in Ranelagh.
Using fresh, local ingredients and keeping their chicken halal, the laid-back spot also has over 200 different hot sauces for you to try. On the menu? Fried pickles to start (we know, right), followed by loaded gravy fries, Buffalo chicken burgers, habanero wings and more.
Burger heaven: you'll be feeling all fired up after lunch.
Born For Burgers
It's in the name with Born For Burgers - these guys really know what they're doing when it comes to the classic patty and bun. They use their own blends of fresh Angus beef (that's fully halal certified) to make the ultimate fresh filling sandwiched between Coughlan's buns and homemade burger sauce.
Hit it up on Dame Street to see what all the fuss is about and chow down on one of its signatures. Our favourites include The Ol' Cheese (a classic), topped with mature red and white cheddar, and Beast From The East - a mighty feast complete with a deep-fried onion bhaji and jalapeno peppers. Phwoar.
Check out Born For Burgers when on the hunt for halal fast-food restaurants in Dublin.
Lowza Bistro
On George's Street Upper in Dun Laoghaire sits a smart European bistro serving delicious eats from brunch through to dinner. Lowza Bistro delivers on affordable prices and droolworthy sweet treats paired with coffee for that afternoon pick-me-up. It's a hidden gem that's fully halal, and sports cosy cafe-style interiors that make for a relaxed dining experience.
Whatever meal you're visiting for, you'll be in for a satisfying time as its menu packs an array of cuisines, from serving beef burritos and chicken wings for lunch to pasta and pizza for dinner. Oh, and we can't forget to mention the French toast, AKA an absolute sugary stunner.
Get a Lowza this fully halal bistro.
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