Excellent-value Union Square halal cart with juicy chicken and lamb over rice, fluffy chopped pita, fast friendly service, and occasional consistency/operations hiccups.
Santa Halal Food delivers excellent value and reliable execution for quick street food, with strong food quality anchored by juicy chicken and tender lamb, plus friendly, attentive service that keeps lines moving fast. Occasional consistency dips in rice or seasoning prevent a higher grade, and the cart format naturally limits ambiance—but for under $8, this Union Square favorite competes well with the area's better neighborhood quick-service spots.
One caveat: Isolated quality dips: reports of dry chicken or bland plates