Where to get Halal Food near King’s Cross

Halal Food near King’s Cross London

We’re often asked by guests where to find halal food near King’s Cross, and while we don’t claim to be experts, we’ve done a bit of digging to help point you in the right direction.

Whether you’re after a quick bite, a sit-down meal or something a bit special, there’s a real mix of halal-friendly places within walking distance of the hotel – everything from Turkish and Greek to Indian and Sri Lankan, Korean BBQ to Malaysian – and even the good old British Sunday roast.

So I’ve pulled together a list of spots that, at the time of writing, either state they are halal certified, serve halal food or are widely recommended for it. That said, menus can change and different restaurants follow different practices, so if halal certification is important to you, it’s always worth double checking with the restaurant directly before you book or order.

Hope you find something you enjoy! I’ve listed everything in order of distance from the hotel.

Nonos

Greek Restaurant
112 Judd Street, London WC1H 9NT
5 minute walk from the hotel
Tel: 020 7278 9700
Website
Open every day 9am to 11pm

A popular Greek halal restaurant in King’s Cross where you’ll find all the favourites, from an array of meze options to mains such as lamb chops, beef moussaka and chicken skewers to beef ragu linguine and the mixed grill feast.

There’s also a dedicated vegan and vegetarian menu, and a tempting looking fish seafood selection, most of which is gluten free. Breakfast is served every day from 8.30am to 12pm.

Gozleme Club

Turkish Takeaway
St Pancras New Church, Euston Road, London NW1 2BA
5 minute walk from the hotel
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Open weekdays 8am to 3pm
Takeaway – Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm
Breakfast – Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm

This small Turkish street food takeaway serves “Gozleme” – golden Turkish flatbreads stuffed with a variety of fillings – all made to order on their food truck-style stall.

Options include lamb and onion, potato and onion, and spinach and feta. They also do a lamb, chicken or mixed lunch box served with salad, rice and meze, as well as a selection of wraps.

Antalya Restaurant

Turkish Restaurant
103-105 Southampton Row, London WC1B 4HH
11 minute walk from the hotel
Tel: 020 7580 5355
Website
Open Sunday to Thursday 11.30am-11.30pm, Friday & Saturday 11.30am-midnight

Located in Russell Square, this Turkish/Mediterranean restaurant uses ‘fresh, seasonal ingredients and local produce to create authentic yet modern dishes’ (as quoted on their website).

They offer set menu options, plus an a la carte menu comprising mezes, grilled meats, fish and salads. Dishes include lamb or chicken iskender, lamb moussaka, beef goulash, duck leg, chicken sote, and rib eye steak.

There’s also a range of pasta dishes, loads of hot and cold starters (which look good for sharers), and a fair list of veggie options including moussaka and a range of vegetable stews.

They also offer a takeaway and delivery service within a one mile radius, as well as being available to order via Deliveroo, Uber Eats and Just Eat.

The Great Chase

British/European Halal & Alcohol-Free Restaurant
6G Esther Anne Place, London N1 1WL
12 minute taxi ride from the hotel
Tel: 020 4580 1405
Website
Open Tuesday 5.30pm-9pm, Wednesday & Thursday 5.30pm-10pm, Friday 5.30pm-10.30pm, Saturday 12-3pm and 5-10.30pm, Sunday 12-9pm

This halal and alcohol-free restaurant is a fair hike from the hotel (nearly 40 minutes if you’re on foot – or you can get a taxi which takes just over 10 minutes) – but I’m including it because there aren’t many dedicated halal restaurants serving ‘British’ food like traditional Sunday roasts and steaks. And their story is pretty endearing.

The Sunday roast is served on a ‘when it’s gone it’s gone’ basis, and offers things like rosemary confit chicken leg, 16-hour slow-cooked lamb shank, roasted aged sirloin of beef, and vegetarian haggis pie.

The starters on the main a la carte menu sound pretty good – lamb croquettes, mackerel yakitori, BBQ marrowbone in garlic brown butter with toasted sourdough, and a vegan option of smashed cucumbers with maple tahini.

Mains include harissa slow cooked lamb roast, beef Wellington with beef dripping mash, charred sea bass in white cream tarragon sauce, and 30-day dry aged ribeye or sirloin steak served with Café de Paris butter.

Might give this one a try! I’ll update this post if I do.

Coqfighter King’s Cross

Fried Chicken Restaurant
3 Caledonian Road, London N1 9DX
13 minute walk from the hotel
Website
Open Monday to Saturday 12pm to 10pm, Sunday 12pm to 9pm

This dine-in restaurant and delivery service is part of a chain and offers an a la carte menu listed as halal, comprising burgers, roast chicken and small plates, as well as an express lunch served Monday to Friday 12-3pm consisting of a grilled chicken rice bowl, burger and side, half chicken and side or chicken Caesar.

Kimchee Restaurant & Bar

Korean Restaurant
Unit 4, 2 Pancras Square, London N1C 4AG
15 minute walk from the hotel
Tel: 020 3062 7600
Website
Open Sunday to Thursday 12pm to 10pm, Friday and Saturday 12pm-11pm

Kimchee Restaurant & Bar is a Korean restaurant offering both a table BBQ menu, and an a la carte menu.

The table BBQ menu offers a choice of a set meal for a minimum of two people, or a build-your-own option where you can choose from a range of sides to go with your beef, chicken or pork main – of which there is plenty of variety.

The main a la carte menu is extensive, offering everything from vegetarian and seafood dishes through to a large selection of chargrilled meat, Korean stews, Korean fried chicken, steamed buns with a range of fillings, and Kimbap (rice rolls filled with various ingredients wrapped in seaweed).

Hawker’s Kitchen

Malaysian Restaurant / Takeaway
64 Caledonian Road, London N1 9DP
15 minute walk from the hotel
Tel: 020 7278 1111
Website
Open Monday to Sunday 11.30am to 9.45pm

This restaurant and takeaway has mixed reviews but I’m including it on the list as it states it does halal food and being Malaysian, it’s something different.

The menu is divided into two parts – Roti and Dosa. Roti is a flaky layered flatbread dish, and Dosa is a thin pancake/crepe made with rice batter and stuffed with various ingredients. You can order online for collection, or eat in – the restaurant itself is designed a bit like a school classroom with desk-like tables and lots of lights.

YORI Korean BBQ Restaurant (King’s Cross)

Korean Restaurant
126 King’s Cross Road, London WC1X 9DS
15 minute walk from the hotel
Tel: 020 7713 0002
Website
Open every day 12pm-10pm

Founded in 2016 and part of a small chain of Korean restaurants, Yori King’s Cross is located near the station and offers ‘trendy but healthy Korean BBQ and a wide range of Korean authentic foods using fresh ingredients’ (says their website).

The menu offers a range of typical dishes, although if you’re not familiar with Korean food you might need to do some research first – or just ask the staff for suggestions. Generally you’ve got stir fries, savoury pancakes, deep fried chicken dishes, rice and noodle sides and a Korean BBQ selection.

Hoppers King’s Cross

Sri Lankan & South Indian Restaurant
Unit 3, 4 Pancras Square, London N1C 4AG
16 minute walk from the hotel
Tel: 020 3319 8125
Website
Open Monday to Thursday 12-3pm & 5.30-10pm
Friday 12-3pm & 5.30-10.45pm
Saturday 12-10.45pm & Sunday 12-9pm

This restaurant is said to be built around ‘family-style feasting’ and the menu backs that up with the likes of seafood grills and beachside-style snacks.

The Hoppers Experience is a set menu offering a ‘little bit of everything’ – but it needs to be taken by the whole table, as does the Group Menu. There’s also an a la carte menu covering a wide range of roasts, grills and curries, as well as a variety of small dishes that look good for sharing. The vegetarian and vegan menu is also fairly extensive.

Hoppers has both indoor and outdoor seating, and also offers a takeaway and delivery service.

Meathouse London

Halal Steakhouse, Grill & Bar
184-186 Pentonville Road, London N1 9JP
17 minute walk from the hotel
Tel: 020 7419 6565
Website
Open Monday to Friday 4-11pm, Saturday & Sunday 2-11pm

If you’re looking for a certified halal steak restaurant in King’s Cross, you might want to try Meathouse London, based just a couple of minutes from the station.

Their website says their food is all created using the freshest ingredients and that their beef is premium quality. They also serve a range of vegan and vegetarian dishes and welcome feedback for new veggie ideas.

All steaks are served with skinny fries and on offer you have sirloin, ribeye, fillet, T-bone and tomahawk. There’s also an extensive choice of burgers including spicy, fish and chicken options.

Dishoom King’s Cross

Indian Restaurant
5 Stable Street, London N1C 4AB
20 minute walk from the hotel
Tel: 020 7420 9321
Website
Open Monday to Wednesday 8am-11pm, Thursday & Friday 8am-12pm, Saturday 9am-12am, Sunday 9am-11pm

As mentioned in a few of my food-related blogs, Dishoom is one of my favourite places to eat in King’s Cross and I’m happy to keep on going back for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The setting is out of this world – a former Victorian railway transit shed – and it’s so lively and buzzing that you won’t want to leave.

It’s not your everyday Indian restaurant – there are some real star attractions on the menu, from the lamb shank Nalli Nihari Biryani to the Kacchi style Chicken Berry Britannia and tandoori lamb chops.

There’s also a special breakfast menu, and they also do Group Feasting Menus.

Please do try this restaurant if you’re in town – it’s a family favourite of ours – and I can guarantee you won’t be disappointed.

Arabica King’s Cross

Middle Eastern Restaurant
Coal Drops Yard, 7 Lewis Cubitt Walk, London N1C 4DT
22 minute walk from the hotel
Tel: 020 3747 4422
Website
Open Monday to Saturday 12pm to 11pm, Sunday 12pm to 5pm

Set in Coal Drops Yard, this Eastern Mediterranean halal restaurant in King’s Cross allows you to watch the chefs at work whilst waiting for your meal. From hot meze to grilled meats, a decent looking fish menu and a range of vegan and vegetarian plates, it seems they serve something for everyone.

There’s an outdoor terrace overlooking Lewis Cubitt Walk and Jellicoe Gardens, making it a peaceful spot to enjoy a leisurely meal out of the hustle and bustle of King’s Cross.

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