Basically Halal

4.8 ( 352 reviews )
Closed 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
316 N Arch Rd Ste A, Richmond, VA 23236, United States
+1 804-924-4149
Basically Halal, located at 316 N Arch Rd in Richmond, VA, has quickly become a local gem for those seeking a fusion of classic comfort food and Middle Eastern flavors. Diners rave about their signature Chicken Shawarma, which has been described as having a perfect consistency and filling size, often marked as the best in Richmond. The burgers, such as Baba's Burger, showcase a juicy, seasoned beef patty paired with provolone and fresh toppings, making them a worthy contender in the competitive burger scene. Customer reviews highlight the warm and inviting atmosphere of the restaurant. Hannah Spurlock celebrates the friendliness and efficiency of the staff, noting the food’s impressive presentation. However, there are some critiques regarding the occasional overwhelming sauce and inconsistencies in side dishes like falafel. Nevertheless, guests appreciate the appealing dining environment, ideal for families as mentioned by Haleema Yahya. The menu is diverse, featuring not just burgers and shawarma, but also creative poutines loaded with savory chicken and beef. Overall, Basically Halal offers a hearty menu that leaves diners eagerly anticipating their next visit—a true reflection of Richmond's evolving culinary landscape.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Has counter service
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Quiet
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Basically Halal

Hannah Spurlock
May 4,2025
Only got the chicken tenders and fries for my son but they were served piping hot and perfectly crispy! Staff was beyong friendly, quick and helpful offering suggestions and answering questions without feeling rushed. The food coming out looked insane so can’t wait to go back and try more. So happy to have a unique, local spot on this side of town!
Allen Price
Apr 9,2025
Was very pleased with Basically Halal. Food was really good. Not perfect but very good. A bit too much sauce and the baklava was not good. We ordered falafel, which was a bit overcooked but very good. Hummus was ok. Chicken platter and chicken shawarma were terrific. Will definitely go back to try more.
Sarah Ferrell
Mar 18,2025
I Enjoyed the chicken shawarma. I have never tried one before and it did have different flavors than I normally eat, it was good. It is not a lot of food but a fair size for a sandwich type item. My daughter got the kids 3 p. chicken tenders and that was a large amount of food lots of fries, extra crispy chicken tenders, piping hot. We also tried the chocolate baklava it was good and very sweet, I think I prefer traditional baklava but I am glad I tried it. I was very surprised they were not busy at all, Wednesday at noon.
Haleema Yahya
Mar 12,2025
This is a nice clean restaurant, not fancy but good, comfortable and trendy. Excellent place to have a dine-in experience with the family. My youngest is 5 and all my kids are well fed and happy.
Danny kurdi
Mar 8,2025
This place has the best chicken shawarma sandwiches in richmond. The consistency of everything in it is perfect. Size is also great and pretty filling. Price is also cheaper than others. Perfect all around
Jay Wells
Mar 2,2025
Nice little halal spot on the Southside of RVA. Quick service, great flavors and nice ambiance. Will go again!
Sarah Schwarz
Feb 21,2025
IM FULL AND HAPPY! Very good food, shwarma tastes awesome! Steak outbreak tasted great, and very filling. Portions here are generous! We will be back :)
Muhammad Y. Ibrahim
Feb 20,2025
We just happened upon this restaurant while traveling south through Virginia. We were looking for an halal restaurant not too far off course of the highway and Basically Halal came up. The restaurant was beautiful and the smells gave us the most pleasant welcome! The food looked great and tasted even better. The atmosphere was awesome and if we are ever going through Virginia again, I wouldn’t mind stopping by to get some Basically Halal.

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