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Halal Restaurants in New Zealand
148 places across 17 cities and towns
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Halal restaurants prepare food according to Islamic dietary law, with halal-certified meat and no pork or alcohol in cooking.
Halal dining is widely available in New Zealand, especially at Turkish, Malaysian, Indian, Pakistani, Middle Eastern and Afghan restaurants.
Across New Zealand we list 148 halal venues. The biggest concentrations are in Auckland, Christchurch, Invercargill and Wellington.
Where to find them
| Auckland | 96 | |
| Christchurch | 17 | |
| Invercargill | 6 | |
| Wellington | 6 | |
| Dunedin | 5 | |
| Queenstown | 3 | |
| Palmerston North | 3 | |
| Hamilton | 2 | |
| Lower Hutt | 2 | |
| Greerton | 1 | |
| Mosgiel | 1 | |
| New Plymouth | 1 |
Signature halal dishes
Mixed grill
Halal kebabs and chicken
Biryani
Spiced rice
Nasi lemak
Coconut rice
Shawarma
Spit-roast meat
Lamb curry
Slow-cooked
Fried chicken
Halal-certified
Popular halal restaurants in NZ
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Tips for ordering
- Ask whether the venue is halal-certified or uses halal meat only.
- Look for signage at the counter.
- Many halal venues are alcohol-free.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find halal restaurants near me?
Tap “Show halal near me” at the top of this page and allow location access. We'll list the closest halal venues with the distance from you.
How many halal restaurants are there in New Zealand?
We currently list 148 halal venues in 17 cities and towns.
Which city has the most halal restaurants?
Auckland leads with 96 venues.
What should I order at a halal restaurant?
Popular choices include mixed grill, biryani, nasi lemak and shawarma.
