Empire Halal
$10-20Halal restaurantHalalVegetarian

Empire Halal

β˜…5(50+ Google Reviews)Β·26-26 Jackson Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101

At Empire Halal Food, we believe great street food starts with a little extra heart. Crafted with passion and a respect for tradition, every platter is made with love to give the LIC community the authentic, high-quality flavors you deserve. We're famous for our massive portions, juicy chicken over rice, and our signature creamy white sauce. Whether you're grabbing a quick lamb gyro on your lunch break or sharing our famous loaded fries with friends, we treat every customer like family. Clean, friendly, and proudly local--stop by for a fresh meal served with pride in every bite. Come experience the heart of LIC street food today!

🍳Most Mentioned Dishes & Features

sauce options3 mentions
lamb4 mentions
pita2 mentions
freshness3 mentions

Vibe & Ambiance

QuietCasual

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What Guests Are Saying

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Zoe Chen

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β€œThis is one of my favorite food trucks to get lunch. The truck is very clean and the portions are generous. I normally get a chicken platter with falafels, and I've also tried their wings. Everything is delicious and freshly made. The falafels are perfect, not too big so it has the crunchy exterior with just the right amount of soft interior. The flavors are always perfect and they have many sauce options. The staff are consistently one of the friendliest I've met and even offered me a free bottle of water once when I started coughing while waiting for my food. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an amazing and delicious meal in the area.”

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Lisa Smith

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β€œThis order of mixed chicken and lamb also had a fresh salad tucked under the pita -- easily enough for two and only $12! Plus the guy was incredibly nice”

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TAHA PODCASTS

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β€œAbsolutely one of the best food truck experiences I've had. The food was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care -- you can taste the quality in every bite. The menu was creative without being complicated, and everything was served hot and fast. What really stood out was the balance between taste and presentation. Street food energy with restaurant-level execution. The staff were friendly, professional, and kept the line moving smoothly even during busy hours. If you're looking for real comfort food with bold flavors, this truck is definitely worth the stop. I'll be coming back.”

Hours

Monday10 AM-12 AM
Tuesday10 AM-12 AM
Wednesday10 AM-12 AM
Thursday10 AM-12 AM
Friday10 AM-12 AM
Saturday10 AM-12 AM
SundayClosed
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✨ Review Sentiment

97%
Positive sentiment
across all reviews

Analyzed by NYC Dine using NLP on Google Maps reviews

Occasion Match

Quick Bite & Casual Eats65%
Solo Dining50%
Business Lunch15%
Family Gathering10%
Impress the In-Laws10%

Location

26-26 Jackson Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101

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