10 Best Halal Restaurants in Brisbane

Mandi Al Arabia serves Middle Eastern mandi and family-style meals in Slacks Creek. The menu includes chicken and lamb mandi, shared platters, salads, small plates, desserts and coffee, with portion options for solo diners and groups. Family rooms and divided seating provide a more private setting.

The restaurant offers dine-in, takeaway, delivery and catering, alongside outdoor seating and live music. Its food centres on cooked meats, aromatic rice, chutney, curd and salad.

Pera Palace Ottoman Turkish Restaurant brings Ottoman and Anatolian cooking to Wynnum, with a menu that draws on Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Balkan and Turkish traditions. Dishes include a mezze platter, hummus, baba ganoush, slow-cooked lamb, chicken dishes, kebabi, borek, dolma and vegetarian options.

The restaurant offers dine-in, takeaway and catering, with breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner service. Its private dining room, bar, cocktails, wine list and event catering make it suitable for birthdays, weddings, corporate events and baby showers. Reservations are accepted and recommended for dinner.

Smokey Moo is a licensed American BBQ restaurant in Newstead’s Gasworks Plaza, specialising in beef and low-and-slow smoked meat. The menu includes brisket, pastrami, ribs and beef cheeks, with meat smoked in house and pastrami cured for three weeks before smoking.

The open kitchen lets diners see meat carved in front of them, while indoor and outdoor seating suits dinners, family meals and larger gatherings. The 100-seat venue also caters for office events and parties, with gluten-friendly, halal and dairy-free options listed for diners with dietary needs.

Olive Thyme serves Turkish food in Albion with a menu designed for sharing. Its kitchen combines charcoal cooking, seasonal produce and Mediterranean and Levant influences, with dishes ranging from meze, dips and breads to lamb, seafood, manti and kunefe. Banquet and tasting menus make it easier for groups to sample several dishes, while takeaway and online ordering cover meals at home.

The restaurant suits family gatherings, dinner with friends and diners wanting a guided spread rather than a single main. The setting is warm and welcoming, and the menu’s shared format encourages different tastes across the table. Reservations are available for those planning a meal.

Zaikaa - Indian and Arabic serves halal Indian and Arabic food for dine-in, takeaway, delivery and catering. The menu suits shared meals and family dining, with dishes such as chicken mandi, goat haleem, biryani, lamb shank and curries supported by vegetarian options, desserts and lassi. Its casual setting accommodates solo diners, children and groups, while small plates and table service make it easy to build a meal around different preferences. Reservations and parking options are available.

Afghan Sultan Kitchen is a Slacks Creek restaurant serving halal Afghan food for dine-in, takeaway, delivery and group meals. The menu includes grilled meats, kebabs, Kabuli Pulao, mantu, eggplant dishes, naan and freshly made bread, with vegetarian options and small plates also available. Guests can choose regular tables or a traditional Afghan sitting area at the back. Breakfast, lunch and dinner service, reservations, high chairs and family-friendly seating make it suitable for casual meals ranging from a quick bite to a shared gathering.

Thai Hometown Halal Restaurant serves halal Thai cuisine in Sinnamon Park for dine-in, takeaway, delivery and catering. The menu includes pad Thai, pad see ew, curries, tom yum, kottu, duck, mango sticky rice and other dishes, with vegetarian and vegan choices available. Spice levels can be adjusted, and allergy-related modifications such as nut-free, gluten-free or shellfish-free options can be discussed.

The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating, a kids’ menu and a prayer space. Reservations are recommended on busy dates, while groups of 10 or more are advised to call ahead for accommodation.

Sayram in South Brisbane serves a broad menu spanning Turkish, Uyghur and Asian dishes, with dine-in, takeaway and delivery available. Its offerings include lamb hot pot, Ankara tava, hand-pulled and braised beef noodles, dumplings, fried rice, fish and vegetarian dishes. Generous portions make it suited to sharing, while halal food, quick bites, lunch and dinner options broaden its appeal for groups with different preferences. The restaurant also caters to solo diners and families.

LouLan Halal Restaurant serves Xinjiang-style halal food for dine-in, takeaway, delivery and catering in Sunnybank Hills. The menu supports lunch and dinner, with small plates, vegetarian options, dessert and a children’s menu alongside dishes such as hand-made noodles, lamb skewers, grilled lamb chops, big plate chicken and crispy tofu. The spacious dining room suits solo meals, families and groups, with table service and reservations available. Portions can be substantial, making shared ordering useful for groups, while on-site parking supports visits outside the busiest periods.

Virsa Restaurant serves halal Pakistani and Indian food in Underwood, with dine-in, takeaway, delivery and catering options. The menu includes mixed grill platters, butter chicken, chicken handi, biryani, beef seekh kebab, mutton or goat karahi and a range of naan, alongside vegetarian choices, desserts and a kids’ menu. The setting works for casual meals, family dinners, groups and celebrations, with table service, reservations and multiple parking options. Its dishes suit diners looking for richly spiced curries, grilled meats and breads to share. The restaurant also offers breakfast, dinner, quick bites and all-you-can-eat dining, broadening the occasions it can accommodate.