Finding great halal Asian food in Auckland isn’t always easy, but this Ramadan, there’s no need to settle for the usual. Whether you’re after fragrant curries, sizzling stir fries , or hand-pulled noodles, the city has plenty of halal-friendly spots to make your iftar special. From Thai and Malaysian to Chinese and Indonesian, here are 7 Asian halal eateries to check out this Ramadan.
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1. Nickie’s Thai
📍 34 Broadway, Newmarket
Nickie’s Thai in Newmarket offers a range of classic Thai dishes made with fresh ingredients and bold flavours. The restaurant has a warm and comfortable ambience, with seating that can easily accommodate large families—perfect for an iftar gathering. Their menu has a lot of variety and dishes are well-executed every time. I would highly recommend trying their Satay Gai (chicken satay skewers) which are perfectly tender, grilled to perfection, and served with a rich peanut sauce. Another must-try is their ‘Sexy Lady’ stir-fry, served on sizzling hotplates, and packed with exciting flavours—available with chicken, prawns or snapper fillets.
Their creative range of mocktails and desserts also perfectly complement the dining experience! Nickie’s is truly the full package as a restaurant and worth a visit this Ramadan.
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2. Java Indonesian Restaurant
📍 332 Karangahape Road, Auckland
Ramadan hours: Tues-Wed 5pm-9pm, Thur 12pm-3pm & 5pm-9pm, Fri-Sun 12pm-10pm.
Java brings you traditional Indonesian dishes that highlight rich, slow-cooked flavours using halal ingredients. The restaurant provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for breaking your fast with a comforting meal.
This Ramadan, Java has also introduced their mouth-watering “Iftar at Home” platters for 4 ($80) or 6 people ($100)! The platters give you a smorgasbord of Indo’s finest flavours including Beef Rendang, Fried Chicken and much more! Pre-order now for a special feast from the comfort of your home.
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3. Chamate
📍 17 Swanson Street, Auckland CBD
Chamate provides a luxurious ambience, making it an excellent spot for a special iftar meal. The Butterfried Chicken is a must-try, featuring a signature Chamate marinade that makes it crispy and packed with flavour. Another highly recommended dish is the Seafood Degustation Platter, which serves six people and is perfect for sharing!
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4. Shaolin Kung Fu Noodles
📍 636 Dominion Road, Mt Eden
Shaolin Kung Fu Noodles is a rare fully halal, authentic Chinese restaurant on Dominion Road (with no pork on the menu). The restaurant offers a variety of noodle-based dishes with rich broths and bold flavours. Their Sensational Spicy Chicken with Noodles is a standout, serving 3-4 people for just $49 and featuring fresh hand-pulled noodles. Also, try their Fried Cumin Lamb and range of Kebabs for the ultimate iftar meal. Plus, you get a free drink for every $20 spent at the restaurant!
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5. Uncle Man’s Malaysian
📍 277 Karangahape Road, Auckland CBD
One thing about Uncle Man’s is that they’re never short on flavour. Their Mee Goreng, Kuey Teow Goreng, and Roti Canai with Chicken Curry are some of my favorites, offering great portion sizes and, of course, full of flavour. Also, try their Teh Tarik – a traditional Malaysian pulled hot milk tea! And if you have a sweet tooth, you must try their Roti Tissue – an elegant, sweet and crispy roti cone served with condensed milk.
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6. Desa Corner
📍 246/254 Karangahape Road, Auckland
Desa Corner delivers an authentic and halal Malaysian dining experience. Their Nasi Goreng Campur is a fan-favourite – a flavourful medley of spicy fried rice, tender chicken, and juicy prawns, served with crispy fried tempe, fried egg, and a comforting bowl of chicken soup. Meanwhile their sambal Nasi Lemak dishes are my personal go-to with great portion sizes and the perfect integration of bold sambal flavours every single time! I highly recommend taking the family to try Desa Corner this month!
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7. Bali Nights
📍 4 Williamson Avenue, Grey Lynn
Similar to Java, Bali Nights brings you halal Balinese street food favourites in a vibrant setting reminiscent of the buzz of the streets of Bali. Their plethora of grilled chicken dishes come with perfectly charcoal-infused flavours, meanwhile, their Beef Rendang is particularly tender and rich in taste.
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Ramadan Kareem and Ramadan Mubarak from all of us at Chow Luck Club!
