Today I made the unwise decision to walk across Rockefeller Center during peak tourist holiday season to go towards my 8th Ave train after running some errands. Needless to say, fighting off tourists burned a lot of energy (and patience) and therefore worked up my appetite. 🌚
I can imagine folks who are walking all day, showing out-of-towners sights and tours may feel the same way. I found myself standing on 50th and 6th wondering “what the heck is halal around here?” and frantically scrambling in the group chat asking for recommendations.
The first thing that may come to your mind is The Halal Guys, but it’s too cold to stand in line and eat outside.
So I opened Google Maps, and for once, it didn’t fail me in its halal suggestions. I saw Urban Hawker listed that was two blocks away and remembered that they have a few halal stalls. I did a wrap around in the hall and also bumped into an old friend! 🥹
So if you’re out and about near the Rock, your best bet may be Urban Hawker. Ple...