A taste of New York is heading to Cardiff as popular American fast-food chain Shah’s Halal Food prepares to open its first restaurant in Wales.
The new takeaway is currently under construction at 3 St John Street in Cardiff city centre, just a short walk from Cardiff Castle, with work underway ahead of its anticipated opening in the coming weeks.
The arrival will mark the brand’s first location in Wales, adding another international food outlet to the capital’s growing dining scene.
Shah’s Halal Food is known for its freshly prepared halal meals, including rice platters, gyros, wraps and salads, with a focus on serving affordable, flavour-packed food quickly.
The business started life as a single food cart in Queens, New York, in 2005, before growing into an international fast-food chain.
Today, Shah’s Halal Food operates more than 200 locations worldwide, including over 50 across the UK.
What’s on the menu?
The Cardiff restaurant will offer a selection of the chain’s signature dishes, including halal-certified meat platters served with rice, fresh vegetables and a choice of sauces.
Customers will also be able to choose from gyros, wraps and salads, with vegetarian options available.
One of the brand’s biggest selling points is its range of signature sauces, including its popular White Sauce, Hot Sauce and Green Sauce, which can be added to meals.
According to the company, its dishes are prepared using high-quality meats and fresh vegetables, with meals made fresh daily.
The restaurant aims to offer customers a quick and convenient dining option, whether they are looking for lunch while shopping in the city centre or an evening takeaway.
When will Shah’s Halal Food open in Cardiff?
Although an official opening date has yet to be announced, construction work is progressing at the St John Street premises, with the restaurant expected to welcome its first customers in the coming weeks.
The company’s website already lists the Cardiff location, confirming its address as 3 St John Street, Cardiff, CF10 1GJ.
Once open, the restaurant is expected to operate seven days a week, from 11am until 9pm, according to the opening hours published on its website.
The new arrival will bring another food choice to one of Cardiff’s busiest shopping areas, close to the historic Cardiff Castle and the city’s main retail streets.
For more information and to explore the menu, visit shahshalalfood.co.uk.
