How Halal Local works
What this is
Halal Local BC is a community directory that helps Muslim families in Surrey, Vancouver and the Lower Mainland find halal-friendly and Muslim-owned restaurants, caterers, grocers and meat suppliers, all in one place, with clear information about where each listing's halal details came from.
Listings may include business-submitted halal information, third-party certification documents where available, and community-submitted details to help you make an informed choice. We do not independently certify businesses unless explicitly stated.
How listings are added
- Businesses submit themselves through our Submit Your Business form.
- Community members suggest businesses they know through Suggest a Business.
- Our team researches well-known local businesses and adds them with a “Pending review” label until details are confirmed.
Every submission is reviewed by a person before it is published. Owners can claim a listing to correct or update it.
What the labels mean
This business has provided certification documentation. Please confirm directly with the business for current details.
Halal-related information was submitted by the business. Please confirm directly with the business for your specific requirements.
The business has submitted documentation for review.
This business has self-identified or been directly confirmed as Muslim-owned.
This listing was suggested by a community member and may still need business confirmation.
This listing is still being reviewed. Please confirm details directly with the business.
Important halal note
Important halal note. Halal information is provided by businesses, community contributors, or third-party documentation where available. We do not independently certify businesses unless explicitly stated. Please confirm directly with the business if you have specific dietary or religious requirements.
How to help
- Suggest a business that's missing.
- Share listings with family and friends on WhatsApp. Every listing has its own link.
- Tell business owners they can list for free during our launch.
- Report anything that looks wrong using the “Report an issue” link on any listing.