This bustling all-halal Middle Eastern joint is a must-visit for its delicious Chicken Maroosh, epic Philly cheesesteaks, and a welcoming vibe.
"Saad’s Halal is a Middle Eastern shop on Walnut Hill serving things like shawarma, falafel, baklava, vegetarian platters, and some of the best cheesesteaks in town. And with an open counter at the front, you can have a front-row seat to folks in the kitchen creating something as beautiful as another Sixers championship trophy." - candis mclean
"It’s easy to see why Saad’s Halal Restaurant is a West Philly favorite, between its Middle Eastern halal dishes and student-friendly prices. The vegetarian side of the menu trends toward $9, while other items like hearty sandwiches (shawarma, kebabs, falafel, and more) mostly come in between $15 to $25. Beyond falafel and kebabs, Saad's also makes a good cheesesteak." - Eater Staff, Ernest Owens
"At Saad's Halal in West Philly, make sure you pay attention to the people making your sandwich. If you’re waiting in line, or sitting at booth, you’ll have a front-row seat to folks in the kitchen creating something as beautiful as another Sixers championship trophy. From the way the diced onions give the sandwich an extra crunch to the tanginess from the pickles and extra provolone cheese, watching it all come together is a process that would make a food version of SportsCenter’s Top 10. What you end up with is one of those steaks that’s packed with so much meat, that if it wasn’t for the tight wrapping, the bread would be permanently and open-faced. photo credit: Nicole Guglielmo" - Candis R. McLean
"This West Philly classic has garnered the reputation of serving massive cheesesteaks that’s unapologetically beefy, flavorful, and has a unforgettable aroma that’s beloved by locals and tourists alike," - Ernest Owens, Eater Staff
"Choose the variety of Middle Eastern dishes at this University City counter-service restaurant instead of the American section of Saad’s menu, which is dominated by burgers and cheesesteaks. There are dozens of meatless options in addition to a few varieties of shawarma and kebabs. Falafel is served with feta, hummus, tabbouleh, or baba ghanoush on top." - George Banks-Weston
