With more than 400,000 Muslims living in the state of Texas, the greater Houston area is home to one of the largest Islamic communities in the South. This means that there’s no shortage of great restaurants serving halal foods.
The term “halal” translates to “permissible” in the Arabic language. Those who follow the halal diet adhere to Islamic standards, requiring meat (with the exception of pork) and other preparations to be slaughtered in a specific manner. As a city that celebrates its many communities, accessibility to cuisines, and a range of eating preferences, halal food in Houston comes in delightfully diverse flavors, including South East Asian, Mexican fusion, Persian, Lebanese, Moroccan, Texas barbecue — the list goes on.
Muslim Americans around the world will be celebrating the holiday of Ramadan, beginning Sunday, March 10 to Tuesday, April 9. In accordance with tradition, the iftar meal that follows the sun up to sun down fast is a time of feasting and reflection. As many Houstonians gear up for the celebrations, here are some of the city’s essential restaurants that serve halal eats — during Ramadan and year round.
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