Places to Find Halal Prepared Foods in San Diego California

Halal is the Muslim form of kosher food in its preparation as well as what can and cannot be eaten including other dietary laws. Foods that conform to Islamic dietary laws are known to be Halal. This includes meat from permitted beasts (in general they are animals which graze and with cloven hooves, therefore pig meat is excluded) and birds (except birds of prey). Therefore, according to the Quran, the following is not allowed to be consumed by those of Islamic (Muslim) faith - they include: No pork meat; blood; animals slaughter in the name of anyone but Allah (God); Fanged beasts of prey; donkeys; insects except for locusts; and alcohol or other intoxicants.

Within the city of San Diego, there are many shops, stores and restaurants that follow these dietary laws. The following is but a brief list of a few of the more popular ones. The website www.zabihah.com has detailed listings for the fifty states as well as international locations that following the practice of Halal.

International Groceries: 3548 Ashford Street, San Diego, California. Even though they do not have a Halal sign in their shop window, the owners are known to be Muslims. They have a wide variety of goods that adhere to practice of Halal.

Vine Ripe Grill: 8191 Fletcher Parkway, La Mesa, California. Even though they do not have a Halal sign for the grill, the proprietors are known Muslins. The Grill offers a good selection of meals that follow the Halal tradition. Not only good for the followers of the Islamic faith, but for anyone who wants a good meal.

Babylon Halal Meat and Restaurant: 421 East Main Street, El Cajon, California. In the heart of downtown El Cajon, this restaurant offers a wide selection of meals as well as meats prepared in accordance with Halal. This establishment proudly displays a verified Halal sign in its window.

Ali Baba: 421 East Main Street, El Cajon, California. Again in the heart of El Cajon and sharing the same parking lot as Babylon. A busy place during the lunch hour for people of all faiths, reasonably priced and good quality of food. This business also proudly displays a verified Halal sign in its window.

JamillahGarden: 4691 Convoy Street, San Diego, California. Displays its Halal sign on its window. A little higher priced, it still offers good quality and a good quantity of food while still adhering to the practices of Halal.