Tariq’s 1 Halal Food

Good! Slightly expensive! Loved the biryani! Best halal cart near union square
! Would definitely go again

Do you LOVE Halal? I discovered Tariq’s Halal Food Truck when he first started at 19^th & Park Avenue South and haven’t gone anywhere else since. His Tika Masala, all of his chicken dishes, his Fresh Fish and especially his homemade hot sauces are above and beyond. I eat there at least once, sometimes twice a week. It’s near my office and is the perfect Lunch spot for $ 4, $ 5 or $ 6. Highly recommend it.

My favorite cheap and filling lunch option. I always call ahead to get the fish so I don’t have to wait or stand in line during the lunch rush. Super friendly and fast!

This is the first place that I’ve been to and found hair in my food and still manage to give them 5 stars. The food here is that good. All is forgiven.
After discovering my new love for Indian food, I stumbled upon this place during my break. No, I didn’t Unilocal it or anything nor did any of my friends recommend it. I was just simply walking down the street and I was engulfed with the enticing aroma of curry and other Indian spices.
I settled for the chicken tikka Massala with a side of samosas. I was surprised at how big the samosas actually were! I was so used to seeing them being coin-​sized but they served them fist sized here. And only for $ 1.50 each. The potatoes to peas ratio were generous and the outer fried layer definitely added a nice crunch to it.
The chicken tikki Massala was delish. Typical to something that you’d find at a restaurant. Restaurant quality food for under $ 10 ftw. The chicken was juicy and tender while the sauce complemented the rice well.
Would I be returning? Definitely. They might want to do something about the hair in the food though. Turns out that I’m not the only one who has found hair in their food from this specific cart.

I have been going to Tariq’s cart for about three or four years and it is easily my favorite in the city. Tariq has a warm and infectious personality and the food is absolutely delicious. The service is fast and I love my chicken and rice. If you are a food cart junkie or just looking for lunch the area, I highly recommend this cart!

Best cart food i have had. very reasonable price. the staff is very friendly. chicken tikka masala, chicken over rice, kaati rolls are my favorites here. try it here and you wont regret. better than much hyped rafiqi and halal guys.

Nicely done lamb/​chicken platter with rice and onions. Very nice portion fairly priced seemed clean no nonsense street meat at it’s finest!

Really yummy food. So much better than the kind of food you get at other carts. My fav in NYC.

hair in my food! gross. see picture!

I found two hairs in my food and the guy at night just remade it … He didn’t even give me anything extra. Don’t go here … So disgusting that there was TwO hair I wish I took a pic but I had a 45 minute break

Decided to check this halal cart out because my friend told me he heard it was really good. We decided to go together. I was definitely disappointed. The portions were small; they gave really little meat. I would recommend hoodas halal cart on park av south and 23^rd.

Nice change from the average halal cart found all over NY!
I had the chicken combination, which was great! The best chicken was tikka masala, but it’s nice to have the variety.
The man running the cart was so friendly and talked me through all the sauces and toppings since I was clearly a newbie. The green sauce was my favorite.
Don’t go too late though! I went once after lunch and they had run out of many things. This isn’t the kind of cart that’s open all day and night.

I parked on Park Ave South between 19^th & 20^th streets and before I ever stepped out of my car I could smell all of these wonderful aromas. Could it be from this restaurant right next to me with the semi-​outdoor seating? No… it’s that little food cart on the corner of 19^th St. Hmm… could they be as good or better than the Halal Guys or that truck on Broadway & Liberty?
When I finished taking care of business in the area I found myself waiting on line. Not only does the food smell really good but the 2 guys here are very friendly. People were walking by saying «What’s up» and Tariq (?) wouldn’t miss a beat responding. Some guy got a Gatorade and they’re like «Is that to stay or to go?» I also noticed that they knew what their regulars wanted. You don’t get this at Halal Guys.
I wasn’t that hungry so I only got a lamb gyro, which was full of great flavors, I’ll update this once I get a full meal and try their samosa. I already know it’ll be really good, and I know that I need to visit a Bengali restaurant. The best plain pizza to me is made by Bengalis and Tariq is Bengali. That’s all the evidence I need.

Tariq’s cart is right outside my company’s new Manhattan office and I was starving after an early morning flight so decided to give it a go. It was so good I went back the next day!
Day 1 I have chicken biryani — a good size portion of biryani was accompanied by a small mix of lettuce. tomato, cucumber and a chickpea mash. I got the green hot sauce for the biryani with the white sauce for the salad. Very, very good!
Day 2 I got the lamb with rice which was also served with the side of salad. The lamb was similar to a gyro in consistency but different spices. Red hot sauce was not as hot as the green I had the day before but still a nice kick to it.
I can’t wait to go back to NYC to try another of Tariq’s items! The falafel looked awesome as did the chicken tikka masala!

I looked up the top haalal carts in the city and Tariq’s was on the top 6.
Being so close on 18^th and 5^th and I headed over in 12 degree weather and wow they were open! The food was the best I’ve ever had seriously! The chicken and lamb is flavorful the quality is top notch. The meat is definitely seasoned over a long period of time and prepared with care.
Don’t underestimate this little cart, excellent service and food. Will be recommending this to everyone!
For some of the best cookies and maple-​bacon puffs check out the City Bakery on 18^th and 5^th!

I usually try to read the reviews on certain places before I try them for the first time, I can say that I’m not disappointed by this cart. Like the other reviewer said at first glance this cart seemed average, don’t be fooled. I stopped here out of pure laziness since I didn’t feel like walking all the way back to my usual spot on the corner of union square by petco (rafikis) I think. I’m glad that I sometimes am a lazy fuck because this place is pretty effin good. I will say that their chicken is seasoned a little different then most places and that’s not a bad thing. Definitely had a little kick to it and for the price I don’t feel like I got beat in the head. Will definitely make this my new halal spot while I’m in union square. I got the lamb and chicken over rice, put some white and hot sauce on it, and I was good to go.

i like this cart, he has such a variety of food for a food cart. He tries to get to know everyone and usually is pretty good at remembering peoples faces.
This Halar cart is great, has 4 – 5 different sauces and plenty of food and great prices.
From bryani to falafel sandwiches. the line forms and he sometimes runs out of food since he is going hollywood (documentary about his cart being filmed).
Definetly one of my go to karts. ;)

I’ve been working in the area for 6 years and I’ve seen some of these halal carts come and go. Tariq’s definitely been one of the best ones that’s there in the day and evening. Food is on par with some the best halal carts and my only complaint is the chicken quality isn’t top notch. Overall its cheap, fresh and better quality they the average cart.

Since starting work in Union Square I have been on the hunt for a great halal cart – one that would stand up to the numerous options available near my old midtown office. I have found all that and more at Tariq’s. The cart may be nothing much to look at, but walk by and you will miss out on delicious biryani, chicken tikka and falafel. I recommend the biryani with green hot sauce and whatever vegetables are on hand that day. Recently, an earthy chickpea mash paired well with the hot/​sweet sauce and shockingly tender meat. The guys in the cart are exceedingly friendly and happy to give you guidance if you are not sure what to get. Prices are on par with other halal carts – around $ 5.50 for a plate with rice and all the fixings. Portions are only slightly smaller than at lesser carts, but the premium in quality more than makes up the difference. The food here is actually spiced well – the way you would expect good Indian to be. And, they don’t pull punches on heat if you are a spicy food fan. Alongside the rice combinations, Tariq’s also serves kati rolls and samosas, which I have not tried yet, but hope to soon.