Shah's Halal Food – Middle Eastern
The air at Shah’s Halal Food is thick with the savory perfume of cumin-spiced lamb and flame-seared chicken, promising a hearty experience rooted in authentic street-food tradition. Generous mounds of fragrant, saffron-hued rice serve as the canvas for tender meats and crisp salads, all brought to life by the legendary contrast of cooling white sauce and a bold, spicy kick.
720 Amsterdam Avenue, 10025 https://shahshalalfood.com/amsterdam-avenue-ny/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: 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, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Shah's Halal Food
Dairy-Free at Shah's Halal Food
Shah's Halal Food in New York has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whole Pita, Pitas (10 Full Psc.) and Pakora Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Shah's Halal Food
Shah's Halal Food in New York has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Green sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Shah's Halal Food
Shah's Halal Food in New York has 26 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whole Pita, Baklava and Pitas (10 Full Psc.). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Shah's Halal Food
Shah's Halal Food in New York has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 6 Pcs Chicken Nuggets, Whole Pita and 6 Pcs Hot Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Shah's Halal Food
Shah's Halal Food in New York has 8 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gingerale Can, Sprite Can and Lemon Snapple. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Shah's Halal Food
Shah's Halal Food in New York has 17 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 6 Pcs Hot Wings, Diet peach Snapple and Ginger ale 20 oz bottle. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Shah's Halal Food
Shah's Halal Food in New York has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries and Green sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Shah's Halal Food
Shah's Halal Food in New York has 18 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whole Pita, Pitas (10 Full Psc.) and Pakora Chips. 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 Shah's Halal Food
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Pcs Chicken Nuggets | 8 g | 51.6 g |
| Whole Pita | 80.3 g | 46.6 g |
| Hummus with Pita | 0 g | 30.4 g |
| Chicken Cheese Steak | 47.5 g | 24.5 g |
| Falafel Gyro | 41.9 g | 24 g |
| Falafel (25 pcs.) | 29.7 g | 20.9 g |
| Chicken Gyro | 46.8 g | 19.3 g |
| White sauce | 5.3 g | 17.7 g |
| Spicy Chicken Sandwich | 4.4 g | 17.6 g |
| Kofta Kabab Over Rice | 45.4 g | 16.3 g |
| Gingerale Can | 6.6 g | 15.5 g |
| 6 Pcs Hot Wings | 12.4 g | 15.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 4:00 AM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the fresh, high-quality pizzas that showcase the kitchen's clear pride in their craft. Reviewers highlight the inviting and pleasant atmosphere, noting that the space provides a wonderful backdrop for a meal. Standout service is frequently praised for being both knowledgeable and timely, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable dining experience for every visitor.
Menu
Catering Packages
- Chicken Over Rice Catering (15 People) - $150: 1 shallow tray of rice, 1/2 deep tray of chicken, 1/2 shallow tray of mixed salad Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Over Rice Catering (15 People) - $150: 1 shallow tray of rice, 1/2 deep tray of lamb, 1/2 shallow tray of mixed salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo Over Rice Catering (15 People) - $160: 1 shallow tray of rice, 1/2 shallow tray of chicken, 1/2 shallow tray of lamb, 1/2 shallow tray of mixed salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Over Rice Catering (25 People) - $250: 1 deep tray of rice, 1 shallow tray of chicken, 1/2 deep tray of mixed salad Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Over Rice Catering (25 People) - $250: 1 deep tray of rice, 1 shallow tray of lamb, 1/2 deep tray of mixed salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo Over Rice Catering (25 People) - $260: 1 deep tray of rice, 1/2 deep tray of chicken, 1/2 deep tray of lamb, 1/2 deep tray of mixed salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Over Rice Catering (50 People) - $485: 2 deep trays of rice, 1 deep tray of chicken, 1 shallow tray of mixed salad Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Over Rice Catering (50 People) - $485: 2 deep trays of rice, 1 deep tray of lamb, 1 shallow tray of mixed salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo Over Rice Catering (50 People) - $500: 2 deep trays of rice, 1 shallow tray of chicken, 1 shallow tray of lamb, 1 shallow tray of mixed salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Platters
- Chicken Over Rice: Contains Beef Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Over Rice: Contains Beef Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb and Chicken Over Rice: Contains Beef Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kofta Kabab Over Rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Over Rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Over Rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Gyros
- Chicken Gyro Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Gyro: Contains Beef Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb and Chicken Gyro: Contains Beef Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kofta Gyro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Gyro Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Gyro Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Chicken Cheese Steak Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sandwich Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Chicken Sandwich Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger: Contains Beef Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Philly Cheese Steak Available at: dinner, lunch
Side Orders
- Pakora Chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Pita Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- 6 Pcs Chicken Nuggets Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus with Pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- 6 Pcs Hot Wings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel (25 pcs.) - $25: Catering side Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus (1/2 shallow tray) - $25: Catering side Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pitas (10 Full Psc.) - $15: Catering side Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Coke bottle 20 oz Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Diet coke 20 oz bottle Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Ginger ale 20 oz bottle Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Sprite 20 oz bottle Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Fanta bottle 20 oz Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Water Bottle
- Coke Can Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Diet Coke Can
- Gingerale Can Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sprite Can Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Fanta Can Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Lemon Snapple Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Peach Snapple 16 oz Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Diet lemon Snapple Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Diet peach Snapple Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Kiwi Snapple 16 oz Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Dessert
- Baklava Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Sauces
- Red Hot Sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal
- Green sauce Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- White sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach
Frequently Asked Questions about Shah's Halal Food
- Is Shah's Halal Food dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Shah's Halal Food has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whole Pita, Pitas (10 Full Psc.) and Pakora Chips.
- What can I eat at Shah's Halal Food on a dairy-free diet?
- Whole Pita, Pitas (10 Full Psc.) and Pakora Chips carry the dairy-free tag, out of 10 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Shah's Halal Food have vegan options?
- Yes. 18 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Whole Pita and Pitas (10 Full Psc.).
- Is Shah's Halal Food gluten-free?
- 1 dish is 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 Shah's Halal Food?
- 6 Pcs Chicken Nuggets, at roughly 51.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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