Finding a great steakhouse is easy. Finding one that serves genuinely halal meat is a different challenge entirely. Most classic American steakhouses never think about halal sourcing, which leaves Muslim diners stuck choosing between a great steak dinner and their dietary values.
This guide fixes that. It covers the whole United States — from New York to Los Angeles, Chicago to Houston — and every restaurant on this list serves halal meat. Some are fully halal steakhouses from appetizer to dessert, while others are steakhouses with a real halal menu. We tell you which is which, so you always know what you are getting.
Quick Answer: The best halal steakhouses in the US include Affy’s Premium Grill and GOSHT in New York, H&H Brazilian Steakhouse in Beverly Hills, The Butcher’s Grille in Houston, and DUA in Chicago’s Elmhurst suburb. To find one near you, search for “zabiha halal steakhouse” in your city and always call ahead to confirm the restaurant’s halal certification before visiting.
What Makes a Steakhouse Halal?
A halal steakhouse is not just a steakhouse with a “Muslim-friendly” label slapped on. The difference comes down to the meat itself. Halal beef must come from an animal slaughtered according to Islamic guidelines — the zabiha method — where the animal is treated humanely and the name of God is pronounced at slaughter.
Here is what separates a genuinely halal steakhouse from a restaurant that simply claims to be:
- Certified sourcing: The meat comes from a halal-certified supplier or slaughterhouse, ideally approved by a recognized board. Hand-slaughtered (as opposed to machine-slaughtered) matters to many diners, so good restaurants will tell you which they use.
- A fully halal menu or a separate halal menu: At a fully halal steakhouse, every meat dish is halal. At a halal-friendly steakhouse, only certain dishes are, and the kitchen should keep them clearly separated.
- No alcohol, or alcohol handled transparently: Many fully halal steakhouses skip alcohol entirely and build excellent mocktail programs instead. If a restaurant serves both halal meat and alcohol, that is your call — but the best spots are upfront about it.
- Cross-contamination care: Pork and non-halal meat should never share the grill, fryer, or cutting board. This is a fair question to ask when you call ahead.
Where Are the Best Halal Steakhouses in the US?
Halal steakhouses cluster where Muslim communities are strongest — New York, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, and Northern Virginia. Below are eight picks across the country, each verified as serving halal meat. We have included the halal status of each so there are no surprises at the table. For more city-level halal dining ideas, browse our halal food guides.
Affy’s Premium Grill — New York (Brooklyn & Queens)
The most established halal steakhouse in New York City. Affy’s has been serving 100% zabiha halal steaks since 2008, with two dining rooms on Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn and Grand Avenue in Maspeth, Queens. The menu reads like a proper steakhouse: New York strip in three sizes (from $30), a 12-ounce ribeye, filet mignon au poivre, and famous slow-cooked BBQ beef back ribs. No alcohol is served at either location.
GOSHT — Brooklyn, New York
A self-described halal steakhouse and burger restaurant in Brighton Beach, GOSHT cooks its steaks and burgers on Josper charcoal grills — the same grills Michelin-starred restaurants use. The dining room is modern and family-friendly, with a kids’ play area and a barista-run shake program. Expect classic cuts, generous portions, and prices in the $31–$50 range per person. A strong pick for a family steak night rather than a quiet date.
212 Steakhouse — New York, New York
One of the finest upscale steakhouses in Manhattan by any measure, 212 Steakhouse is not a halal restaurant — but its menu includes halal steak choices, notably Canadian halal cuts like Wagyu ribeye and Wagyu striploin. This is the “halal options” category: confirm your halal cuts when reserving, and the kitchen will take it from there. Best suited to a special occasion when you want a premium Manhattan steakhouse experience.
Sam’s Steak & Grill — Long Island, New York
Sam’s has been described as New York City’s only fully dedicated halal steakhouse, serving 100% halal, hand-slaughtered meat since 2015. The menu covers striploin, tenderloin, ribeye, and T-bone alongside wagyu and prime cuts, plus burgers and tacos. No alcohol, and the owner has publicly discussed the Shariah-approved slaughterhouses they buy from.
H&H Brazilian Steakhouse — Beverly Hills, California
Los Angeles has plenty of churrascarias, but H&H stands out as a Brazilian steakhouse serving halal-certified meats, including A5 Wagyu. Gauchos carve cuts tableside until you flip your card to red. It is upscale and special-occasion priced.
The Butcher’s Grille — Houston, Texas
Houston’s halal dining scene is one of the strongest in the country, and The Butcher’s Grille in Tanglewood is its steakhouse anchor. Every cut served is 100% premium halal, from sizzling lamb chops to premium beef cuts and open-charcoal grilled kebabs. In place of a bar, the restaurant runs a sophisticated mocktail program — proof that a halal steakhouse does not have to feel like it is missing anything.
DUA Italian Cuisine and Steak House — Elmhurst, Illinois
Just outside Chicago in Elmhurst, DUA pairs Italian classics with a serious steak program and 100% zabiha halal offerings. Guests praise the ribeye in particular, and the warm, polished dining room makes it a strong date-night choice — an easy drive from the city if you have already explored our Chicago halal guide. Business casual dress code, dinner-focused hours.
Cultura Steaks — Chicagoland, Illinois
A smaller, family-owned Chicago-area spot offering full zabiha halal steaks served on sizzling platters, with chimichurri as a house signature. The vibe is cozy and intimate rather than grand. Reservations are required, so plan ahead.
California Halal Grill — Sacramento, California
As the name promises, this Sacramento spot specializes in halal steaks alongside Middle Eastern and Asian dishes. It is more casual grill than white-tablecloth steakhouse, but if you want a halal steak dinner in Northern California without the Beverly Hills price tag, it delivers. A practical stop if you are also checking out San Diego halal restaurants on a California trip.
How Do These Halal Steakhouses Compare?
The quick version: Affy’s and Sam’s are the purest dedicated halal steakhouses in New York, H&H is the splurge pick in Los Angeles, and The Butcher’s Grille owns Houston.
| Restaurant | City | Halal Status | Must-Order | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Affy’s Premium Grill | Brooklyn & Queens, NY | Fully halal (100% zabiha) | NY strip, BBQ beef back ribs | $$ ($30–$70) |
| GOSHT | Brooklyn, NY | Fully halal steakhouse | Josper-grilled ribeye | $$ ($31–$50/person) |
| 212 Steakhouse | Manhattan, NY | Halal options — call ahead | Halal Wagyu ribeye | $$$$ |
| Sam’s Steak & Grill | Long Island, NY | Fully halal, hand-slaughtered | T-bone, wagyu cuts | $$ |
| H&H Brazilian Steakhouse | Beverly Hills, CA | Halal-certified meats | Rodizio with A5 Wagyu | $$$$ |
| The Butcher’s Grille | Houston, TX | Fully halal (100%) | Lamb chops, premium beef cuts | $$$ |
| DUA Italian Cuisine & Steak House | Elmhurst, IL | 100% zabiha halal offerings | Ribeye | $$$ |
| Cultura Steaks | Chicagoland, IL | Full zabiha halal options | Ribeye with chimichurri | $$ |
| California Halal Grill | Sacramento, CA | Fully halal grill | Halal steak platter | $ |
How Much Does a Halal Steak Dinner Cost?
Halal steaks typically cost a little more than conventional ones — certification, smaller supply chains, and often higher-grade sourcing add roughly 10–20% to the price. Here is what to expect per person in 2026:
- $ ($25–$40): Casual halal grills and steakhouse-style spots — think California Halal Grill or a steak platter at a halal grill.
- $$ ($40–$80): Proper dedicated halal steakhouses — Affy’s, GOSHT, Sam’s. A steak plus two sides and a mocktail lands here.
- $$$ ($80–$130): Upscale halal steakhouses — The Butcher’s Grille, DUA. Date-night territory with appetizers and dessert.
- $$$$ ($130+): Premium experiences — H&H’s rodizio with A5 Wagyu, or halal Wagyu cuts at 212 Steakhouse in Manhattan.
Ways to keep the bill reasonable: go for lunch or early-bird menus where offered, share a large cut, and skip the alcohol upcharge — mocktails at halal steakhouses are usually excellent and far cheaper than a cocktail.
What Should You Order at a Halal Steakhouse?
The zabiha method does not change how a steak tastes — marbling, aging, and the cook’s skill do. Order the same way you would anywhere else:
- Best all-rounder: Ribeye. The marbling keeps it juicy even if you order past medium, and it is the cut halal steakhouses tend to source best.
- Best for tenderness: Filet mignon. Mild in flavor but buttery in texture — the safest pick for someone new to steakhouse dining.
- Best value: New York strip. Big beefy flavor, usually the most reasonably priced premium cut on the menu.
- Best for sharing: T-bone or porterhouse — two cuts in one, made for two people and a long conversation.
- Best for adventure: Whatever the house is proud of — Affy’s BBQ ribs, H&H’s picanha, The Butcher’s Grille’s lamb chops. House specialties exist for a reason.
On doneness: medium-rare (warm red center) is the chef’s recommendation at almost every steakhouse, and halal steaks are no exception. Order what you will actually enjoy.
How Do You Verify a Steakhouse Is Really Halal?
Not every restaurant that says “halal” means the same thing. A five-minute check before you visit saves an awkward dinner:
- Ask what “halal” covers. Is the whole menu halal, or just certain dishes? At 212 Steakhouse, for example, only specific cuts are halal — and that is fine, as long as you know.
- Ask about the supplier. A serious halal steakhouse can name its slaughterhouse or certifier. Vague answers are a red flag.
- Ask hand vs. machine slaughter. This matters to many diners. Fully dedicated spots like Sam’s proudly state they are hand-slaughtered.
- Ask about the grill. Are halal and non-halal meats cooked on the same surface? At a fully halal restaurant this question answers itself.
- Check recent reviews. Muslim diners are vocal about halal authenticity. A quick scan of recent Google reviews will surface any doubts faster than the restaurant’s own website will.
Are There Halal Chain Steakhouses?
Short answer: no national steakhouse chain in the US is fully halal-certified. Chains like Ruth’s Chris, Morton’s, and LongHorn operate conventional supply chains, and halal sourcing would require rebuilding them from the slaughterhouse up.
What you can sometimes find: individual franchise locations in heavily Muslim markets that quietly offer halal options, or chains willing to accommodate a large group booking with halal-sourced meat if you arrange it in advance. But as a walk-in diner, do not expect it. Your best bet remains independent halal steakhouses like the ones listed above — they built their entire business around this, and it shows in the food.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ruth’s Chris halal?
No. Ruth’s Chris Steak House is not halal-certified, and its standard supply chain is conventional. A specific location might accommodate a special request with advance notice, but you should call the restaurant directly and never assume.
Is Texas de Brazil halal?
No. Texas de Brazil is not halal-certified at any of its US locations. Some individual locations may answer questions about their meat sourcing, but the chain as a whole does not serve halal meat. If you want the rodizio experience with halal meat, H&H Brazilian Steakhouse in Beverly Hills is the closest match.
Do halal steakhouses serve alcohol?
Most fully halal steakhouses do not. Affy’s, Sam’s Steak & Grill, and The Butcher’s Grille all skip alcohol entirely — several run serious mocktail programs instead. Steakhouses that merely offer halal options (like 212 Steakhouse) typically do serve alcohol. If this matters to you, check before booking.
What cut is best at a halal steakhouse?
Ribeye is the best all-round choice — its marbling delivers flavor and juiciness regardless of sourcing. For tenderness, pick filet mignon; for value, the New York strip. The zabiha slaughter method itself does not change a cut’s taste or texture, so choose based on the same criteria you would at any steakhouse.
Is halal steak more expensive?
Usually, yes — expect to pay roughly 10–20% more than a comparable conventional steak. Halal certification, smaller and more specialized supply chains, and the fact that many halal steakhouses source higher-grade beef all add cost. Casual halal grills keep prices close to mainstream levels, while premium halal cuts like Wagyu carry the biggest markup.
How can I tell if a steakhouse’s halal claim is trustworthy?
Ask for specifics: the name of their halal supplier or certifier, whether slaughter is by hand or machine, and whether halal and non-halal items share cooking surfaces. Trustworthy restaurants answer these questions easily and proudly. Also read recent reviews from Muslim diners — the community is quick to flag restaurants whose claims do not hold up.
Can I get halal steak delivered?
Yes. Most of the restaurants on this list offer takeout and delivery through the usual apps — Affy’s, GOSHT, and The Butcher’s Grille all do. Steaks travel reasonably well if you order one doneness level rarer than you like, since the meat keeps cooking slightly in the container.
A great halal steak dinner is no longer a contradiction. Start with the restaurants above, always call ahead, and enjoy the steak.
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