Located in the heart of Europe, Netherlands has a lot to provide its Muslim travelers. Known for its cheeses, tulips, bikes, trams, canals, and liberal attitudes, it is a vibrant and colorful place to visit any time of the year. From quaint and quirky towns to art and culture galore made for a diverse tourist experience in the Netherlands. Islam is the second largest religion, there is no doubt the Netherlands is becoming a Muslim-friendly country. Accommodating to the large Muslim community, you can travel at ease in this country. The Netherlands is now filled with Muslim-friendly hotels, halal restaurants, and prayer facilities all over. One among the four major cities is Utrecht. This city has a lot to offer its tourists from its lively crisscross canals to art and culture. Simply explore this charming city by foot or by boat through its hip-hop canals.
There are nearby Halal food places in Utrecht serving Halal foods. The best is to verify the Halal status of the food served before dining. Muslim tourists must also be aware the some of these restaurants do serve alcohol. However, if you are still unsure, it is best to stick to seafood and vegetarian options. Lucky for you, we have prepared a list of Halal Restaurants in Utrecht.
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Tok Tok Chicken is a Turkish restaurant that is located in the "Foodspot”, which offers chicken and grill specialties, Turkish pizzas, doner kebabs, hot wings, fried chickens, chicken burgers. According to a source, Tok Tok Chicken offers a full Halal menu and the Halal sign is clearly displayed within the premises. However, we do advise that you consume at your own discretion once you have verified that the food served is halal certified.
Cuisine: Turkish
Halal Status: Halal
Opening Hours: 10.30AM to 10PM
Address: Proostwetering 80B, 3543 AJ Utrecht, Netherlands
Phone: +31 30 241 4300
Website: www.toktokchicken.nl
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Halal Fried Chicken, also known as HFC, is a fast food chain that serve delicious chicken buckets, burgers, snacks, desserts and drinks. Simply choose from a wide array of Halal fast food such as the Chicken Rosti Burger or even challenge yourself to the Tripple Beef Burger. Also, don't forget to try their mouth-watering ice creams such as the Razzle Chopped Snickers or their Razzle M&M!
Cuisine: American fast food
Halal Status: Halal
Opening Hours: 11AM to 1AM (Sundays-Thursdays)
11AM to 3AM (Fridays & Saturdays)
Address: Van Starkenborghhof 90, 3527 HB Utrecht, Netherlands
Phone: +31 30 760 9797
Website: halalfriedchicken.nl
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Located in the heart of the city, Saffraan is strategically placed in De Oude Gracht, one of the most popular places in the cathedral city. Restaurant Saffraan serves Turkish cuisine, usually based on fresh fruits and vegetables, grilled meat or fish, Hummus and many types of salads.
Cuisine: Turkish
Halal Summary: Full halal menu
Opening Hours: 4.30PM to 10PM
Address: Oudegracht aan de Werf 146, 3511 AZ Utrecht, Netherlands
Phone: +31 30 231 01 14
Website: www.restaurant-saffraan.nl
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Located in Hoog Catharijne, Comptoir Libanais is fully loaded with Lebanese and middle eastern theme and cuisine. One can enjoy yummilicious food such as Mezze platters, wraps, grills, hummus, tabbouleh, tagines and flat breads. Halloumi cheese & zaatar man’ousha: a sort of Lebanese ‘pizza’ made on flatbread with heavenly melty halloumi and herbs is a must try. They offer wide variety of deserts such as baklawa and various lemonades too. However, according to a source, Comptoir Libanais so serve alcohol but it has been confirmed by the staff that the food served is Halal.
Cuisine: Lebanese
Halal Status: Halal
Opening Hours: 10AM to 10PM (Everyday)
Address: Catharijne Esplanade 49, 3511 WK Utrecht, Netherlands
Phone: +31611274543
Website: www.comptoirlibanais.com
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If you are craving to eat some mouthwatering spicy Indian food, then you are in the right place. India Port is an authentic Indian restaurant in the beautiful city centre of Utrecht. When in town, drop by to experience a truly Indian night! Our chefs prepare a variety of India food prepared with the best ingredients and original Indian herbs and spices and serves vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.
Cuisine: Indian
Halal Status: Halal
Opening Hours: 6PM to 11PM
Address: 144 Oudegracht aan de Werf, Utrecht, Utrecht 3511 AL
Phone: +31 30 233 2666
Website: indiaport.nl
Discover Utrecht with great sightseeing around the canals and venture out to visit some of the tulip fields and the mills. Download HalalTrip app to explore halal travel guide.
