THE HALAL GUYS
The Halal Guys in Costa Mesa offers authentic NYC-style halal Mediterranean cuisine with flavorful platters of chicken, gyro, falafel over rice, topped with famous white and hot sauces. Enjoy casual fast-casual dining near South Coast Plaza, perfect for quick bites or group meals in Orange County.
Halal Status :
Halal certified
The restaurant name 'The Halal Guys' and consistent labeling as 'Halal' on Uber Eats and reviews indicate halal compliance. Menu focuses on Mediterranean/Middle Eastern items like chicken, gyro, falafel with no mentions of pork or alcohol across TripAdvisor, Uber Eats, and food blogs. Freshly cooked meats straight to plate, aligning with halal standards, though no specific certifying body named in sources.
| 📍 | 3033 Bristol St E, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 |
| 📞 | 714-850-1080 |
| 🌐 | https://thehalalguys.com/locations/3033-bristol-street-costa-mesa/ |
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Specialities
Signature platters with chicken, gyro meat, or falafel over seasoned rice, fresh veggies, pita, hummus, crinkle-cut fries, and famous white sauce (creamy tangy) or hot red sauce (very spicy); sandwiches and bowls also available. Price range: $$ (platters $8-9 small/regular, sandwiches $7). Suitable for: Quick lunch, Family dining, Business.
Operations
Open daily 11 AM to 11 PM for lunch and dinner. Peak hours during lunch and dinner rushes with potential 1-2 hour waits at opening periods; busy in evenings and weekends. Delivery available via Uber Eats with quick service noted.
Reviews
Reviews praise delicious flavorful platters, tender fresh meats, perfect rice, crunchy falafel, and generous portions with high ratings (4.7/5 on Uber Eats, 8.5/10 overall on TripAdvisor). Staff is friendly and helpful, especially warning about spicy sauce; cleanliness good with value for money excellent. Minor negatives include parking issues, very spicy red sauce for mild palates, and occasional long waits.
Facilities
Prayer Space: none (nearby mosques in Costa Mesa area). Parking: Limited strip mall lot with 30-minute free parking; can be problematic during peaks, street parking alternatives suggested. Seating Capacity: Narrow casual space for fast-casual dining, suitable for small groups or solo. Family friendly with group orders; casual dress code. Accessibility: Standard fast-casual setup, likely wheelchair accessible.
Notes for Muslim Users
Overall_safety_assessment (2-4 sentences advising Muslim travellers), things_to_check (check halal logo,ask about kitchen )
