Hala Cafe – Middle Eastern
Hala Cafe invites guests into a vibrant, aromatic space where the scent of toasted spices and golden-fried falafel fills the air. Silky swirls of house-made hummus and smoky baba ghanoush anchor communal tables, while crispy kubbah and inventive Mediterranean-inspired pizzas offer a savory, soulful twist on traditional comfort. It is a welcoming neighborhood retreat where every shared plate celebrates rich, sun-drenched flavors in a relaxed and inviting setting.
10865, Shaenfield Road, San Antonio, TX, 78254 +12106004411 https://hala.cafe0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Hala Cafe
Dairy-Free at Hala Cafe
Hala Cafe in San Antonio has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Falafel Sandwich, Fattoush and Falafel Appetizer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Hala Cafe
Hala Cafe in San Antonio has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hala Lamb Chops, Arugula Salad and Jordanian Cocktail. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Hala Cafe
Hala Cafe in San Antonio has 39 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cheesecake, Baba Ghanoush Appetizer and Falafel Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Hala Cafe
Hala Cafe in San Antonio has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Wings Appetizer, Chicken Tikka Sandwich and Unsweetened Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Hala Cafe
Hala Cafe in San Antonio has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Wings Appetizer, Creamy Garlic and Unsweetened Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Hala Cafe
Hala Cafe in San Antonio has 6 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Wings Appetizer, Fries and Arugula Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Hala Cafe
Hala Cafe in San Antonio has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Garlic Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Hala Cafe
Hala Cafe in San Antonio has 19 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Falafel Sandwich, Fattoush and Falafel Appetizer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Hala Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Tikka Sandwich | 5.2 g | 58.3 g |
| Burger Sandwich | 39.7 g | 42.6 g |
| Hummus With Chicken Shawarma | 0 g | 41.4 g |
| Lamb Tikka Sandwich | 36.1 g | 36.8 g |
| Hummus With Beef Shawarma | 0 g | 35.4 g |
| Arugula Salad | 20.9 g | 31.9 g |
| BBQ Sauce | 16.8 g | 29.9 g |
| Fattoush | 137.5 g | 29.1 g |
| Beef Kabob Sandwich | 19.2 g | 29 g |
| Greek Salad | 5.7 g | 24.2 g |
| Chicken Shawarma Sandwich | 40.3 g | 23.9 g |
| Hummus Appetizer | 39.9 g | 23.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Chicken Wings Appetizer - $9.99: Mild chicken wings with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hala Good Hummus Appetizer - $11.99: Dip with chickpeas, sesame paste, and lemon juice topped with ground beef Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus Appetizer - $7.99: Dip with chickpeas, sesame paste, and lemon juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Appetizer - $9.99: Chickpea fritters served with tahini sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baba Ghanoush Appetizer - $7.99: Roasted eggplants with sesame paste, yogurt, olives, and garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jajeek Appetizer - $6.99: Cool dish of cucumbers, olive oil, and yogurt with mint Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creamy Garlic - $6.99 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Kubbah - $10.99: A mixture of bulgur wheat, onions, and ground beef forms a hollow shell for a delicious stuffing with Middle Eastern spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hala Veggie Pizza Appetizer - $13.99: 12 inch veggie pizza Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hala Pizza Appetizer - $11.99: 12 inch cheese pizza Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus With Chicken Shawarma - $12.99 Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus With Beef Shawarma - $13.99 Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
All sandwiches come with fries
- Gyro Sandwich - $9.99: Beef and lamb mixture, tomatoes, red onions, lettuce, and yogurt dressing Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Shawarma Sandwich - $9.99 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Tikka Sandwich - $10.99: Beef, hummus, tomatoes, onions, and pickles Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Kabob Sandwich - $9.99: Ground beef skewer, hummus, tomatoes, onions, and pickles Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka Sandwich - $9.99: Chicken, garlic sauce, tomatoes, and pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Sandwich - $9.99: Chickpea fritters, hummus, tomatoes, and pickles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burger Sandwich - $9.99: Ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, ketchup, and mayo Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ground Chicken Sandwich - $9.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Shawarma Sandwich - $9.99: Chicken, garlic sauce, and pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Tikka Sandwich - $10.99: Lamb, hummus, tomatoes, onions, and pickles Dietary tags: Mediterranean, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Plates
All plates come with rice and Mediterranean salad
- Hala Lamb Chops - $22.99: Lamb chops marinaded with herbs and seasonings Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Tikka Plate - $17.99: Two skewers of seasoned lamb chunks. Served with rice and Mediterranean salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka Plate - $16.99: Two skewers of seasoned chicken chunks. Served with rice and Mediterranean salad Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Shawarma Plate - $15.99: Chicken, garlic sauce, and pickles. Served with rice and Mediterranean salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hala Ground Chicken - $15.99: Served with rice and Mediterranean salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Tikka Plate - $18.99: Two skewers of seasoned beef chunks. Served with rice and Mediterranean salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Kabob Plate - $16.99: Two skewers of seasoned ground beef. Served with rice and Mediterranean salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Shawarma Plate - $16.99: Served with rice and Mediterranean salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyro Plate - $16.99: Lamb and beef mixture served with Greek Tzatziki sauce. Served with rice and Mediterranean salad Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hala Baghdad Plate - $14.99: Beef kabob, hummus, tomatoes, and amba wrapped in shrak. Served with rice and Mediterranean salad Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Plate - $15.99: Ten chickpea fritters served with hummus, rice and Mediterranean salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Mediterranean Salad - $6.99: Spring mixed lettuce, cucumbers, olives, and tomatoes with dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $6.99: Lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, fresh mint, feta cheese, and black olives dressed with Greek-style dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fattoush - $6.99: Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, onions, and pita chips in lemon dressing and olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arugula Salad - $4.99: Arugula, onion, sumac, lemon juice Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Cheesecake - $5.99: Choice of New York, Strawberry, or Chocolate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Turkish Kanafeh - $7.99: Sweet cheese and shredded noodles soaked in sweet syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Hala Coconut - $6.99: Middle eastern dessert with sweet semolina cake and sweetened with rose water Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Baklava - $5.99: A layered pastry made of filo pastry, filled with chopped nuts, and sweetened with honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Little Judy - $6.99: Mixture of cream caramel, whipped cream, ritz crackers, and milk topped with crispy angel hair noodles Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Bubble Tea - $7.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Canned Drinks - $1.99: Coke, diet coke, sprite, dr. pepper, fanta orange Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Unsweetened Tea - $2.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Topo Chico - $3.59: Sparkling mineral water
- Red Bull - $3.99
- Bottled Water - $1
- Hot Beverages - $4.99: Tea, tea with mint, Jordanian tea, Turkish coffee, green tea, jasmine tea, chamomile tea, Iraqi tea, dry lemon tea, hot chocolate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Raspberry Soda - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
- Yogurt Mint - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Yogurt (Regular) - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Mexican Coke - $3.59: Cane sugar bottled coke
- Peach Tea - $3.99
Smoothies
- Mint Lemonade Smoothie - $8.99: Fresh mint leaves and lemon juice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Jordanian Cocktail - $8.99: Mix berries, banana, and honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Strawberry Smoothie - $8.99: Strawberry blended with honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Banana Smoothie - $8.99: Ripe bananas, milk, ice, and honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mango Smoothie - $8.99: Mango blended with honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
Juices
- Blue Raspberry Lemonade - $7.99: Fresh lemon, blue raspberry, and ice
- Rose Lemonade - $7.99: Fresh lemon, rose syrup, and ice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Watermelon Lemonade - $7.99: Fresh lemon, watermelon syrup, and ice
- Peach Lemonade - $7.99: Fresh lemon, peach syrup, and ice
- Raspberry Lemonade - $7.99: Fresh lemon, raspberry syrup, and ice
- Strawberry Lemonade - $7.99: Fresh lemon with syrup and ice
- Cherry Lemonade - $7.99: Fresh lemon, cherry syrup, and ice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
Extra Sauces
- Garlic Sauce - $0.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Hot Sauce - $0.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline
- Ranch - $0.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- BBQ Sauce - $0.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
- Tzatziki Sauce - $0.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Hummus Sauce - $0.5: Dip with chickpeas, sesame paste, and lemon juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
Sides
- Biryani Vegetable Rice - $4.99: Vegetable rice with beans and carrots Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $6.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fries - $3.99: Crispy fries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Basmati Rice - $4.99: 12oz of rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Hala Cafe
- Is Hala Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Hala Cafe has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Falafel Sandwich, Fattoush and Falafel Appetizer.
- What can I eat at Hala Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Falafel Sandwich, Fattoush and Falafel Appetizer carry the dairy-free tag, out of 16 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Hala Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 19 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Falafel Sandwich and Fattoush.
- Is Hala Cafe gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Hala Cafe?
- Chicken Tikka Sandwich, at roughly 58.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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