Kabul House is a classic Afghan restaurant with an assortment of beef, lamb, chicken, seafood, and vegetarian dishes, including kabobs, qormas, and palaus, plus soups and salads, notably the Qazi date salad. The elegant interior, inspired by Islamic architecture, is lit by chandeliers and torches hanging from the wall and decorated with photos of the landscape of Afghanistan.

This Indian spot on Devon is open till 4 a.m. every day, which makes it a good option for iftar or suhoor. The menu includes biryani, thalis, parathas (including for breakfast), curries, and grilled and tandoor-cooked items; portions are substantial, and everything is less than $10. Takeout and delivery through DoorDash are available, and there are additional locations near UIC and in suburban Lombard.

Anmol was founded by Mohammad Patel to provide American Muslims with food they could trust: he sources the meat from his own slaughterhouse. The inside of this restaurant has a nice golden glow from the lights. Appetizers include samosas, fries, and kebabs, while the entree menu offers chicken and mutton biryani. There are additional locations in Naperville and Milwaukee.

Shahi Nihari offers a selection of Pakistani, Indian, Chinese, and Southeast Asian dishes, including lollipop chicken, Thai curry, palak paneer, and the namesake nihari, a Pakistani beef stew that’s cooked overnight. There’s also a separate American menu with burgers and quesadillas. The tables are set with white tablecloths and glasses with napkins precisely folded inside.

Chicago’s only Indian tasting menu restaurant, one that’s attracted attention from Michelin inspectors and a Jean Banquet nomination for chef Zubair Mohajir, sources its halal meats from Fatima Foods in suburban Addison. The restaurant is divided into two. The front features burgers, momos, fried chicken sandwiches, and Filipino fare like lumpia. The back house is reservation only where diners are treated to a tasting menu that features a knockout first course with an array of gourmet Indian flatbreads. Stay tuned to social media for news on Ramadan specials.

The Port of Piri Piri is a Portuguese inspired restaurant chain known for its secret piri piri sauce. The main attraction is the chicken, offered with eight levels of spiciness, from plain to extra hot, but there’s also hummus, falafel, salads, and lamb chops, among other options. There are eight other locations in the suburbs.

Chi Tea is a bubble tea store that also serves savory meals. Sandwiches include “The Big Bird,” a Nashville style hot chicken sandwich, and the “Chi Tea Classic,” a beef burger, both of which are served with the restaurant’s signature tangy, creamy Chi-sauce. The restaurant has a vine and moss wall with a sign saying “That’s the Tea ‘’ that is very Instragram-able. Chi Tea will be open late on Friday and Saturday nights during Ramadan.

Right off of Harlem Avenue in Bridgeview, Holy Buckets is a wonderful option for families. Its menu mainly consists of wings, pizza, shrimp, and its unique “holy bowls’’ made with mashed potatoes, corn, mac and cheese, chicken, and the restaurant’s “Zinger” and “Holy” sauces that has spicy but tangy and honey flavors accordingly. Provided sides include mac and cheese, biscuits, coleslaw, mashed potatoes, fries, and corn. The indoor decor is classic and sleek with a hint of Palestinian shimmer:  the logo depicts a chicken wearing a kaffiyeh. Holy Buckets also offers catering for at-home family gatherings.

South Asian pizzeria Pizza Track prides itself on being one of the few halal pizza options in the Chicagoland area: it’s even certified by the Halal Food Standards Alliance of America (HFSAA), a popular source for guidance about where to eat. Some of the most popular offerings are the Spicy Bombay Butter Chicken, Spicy Hunter Beef, and Smoked Tandoori Chicken Pizza. Inside, the restaurant has a very cool and almost retro design.