Halo Chef in Rockland

2254 Laurier St, Rockland, ON K4K 1L2, Canada

★★★★★
(42 reviews)
Categories: African restaurant

About

HaloChef Charcoal BBQ Restaurant is more than just a dining establishment; it's a celebration of flavors, traditions, and community. With its commitment to quality, innovation, and hospitality, HaloChef aims to redefine the barbecue experience for its patrons, one grill at a time.

Website
halochefkitchen.com
Address
2254 Laurier St, Rockland, ON K4K 1L2, Canada
Plus Code
GPW4+H5 Clarence-Rockland, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
4–8 PM
Tuesday
4–8 PM
Wednesday
4–8 PM
Thursday
4–8 PM
Friday
4–9 PM
Saturday
1–9 PM

Services

Service options
Kerbside pickup Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Offerings
Small plates
Dining options
Dinner
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Groups
Payments
Credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.9
★★★★★
42 reviews

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rice (10) plantains (6) charcoal (4) ribs (3) BBQ (2) kwanga (2) saka-saka (2) beignets (2) smell (2) name (2)
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★★★★★
December 19, 2024

Wow, I ordered the full chicken and their rice The pairing was so good and filling, it was perfect combination and priced right too. Definitely will be ordering again and best part is that it is halal! So grateful to have halal options in town 😋 love promoting local restaurants

★★★★★
October 30, 2024

The food is amazing! The chicken was delicious...tender and so flavorful. We had rice and plantain on the side. Both were very good. The chef brought is some donuts for dessert which were tasty too. I will go back!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

I drive a long way to eat. They have The best best best chicken and Ribs!!! Very fresh flavor! And the hot sauce is amazing as well! The owner also gave me some spring rolls for free, very delicious! I will definitely re-visit and highly recommended!

★★★★★
August 24, 2024

Just found out that this hidden gem exists. Ordered 1/2 Chicken. It was absolutely amazing! The smoky char flavours complement the spices with perfection. We ordered some beignets as well. Wish I had ordered more. Will def be coming back often and will be trying everything on the menu.

★★★★★
April 25, 2024

It was my first experience eating food from this culture. As soon as I got in the restaurant, I knew I would enjoy it. It smell so good. . We were served by the owner and she was really really sweet. We asked her to bring us the dish she recommended with side dishes to taste. She was as excited as we were to try something new. If you want to really enjoy it, make sure you have time and you won't be disappointed, far from it. I had the chicken with the plantain, it was really delicious. I also tried a vegetable dish but unfortunately I can't remember the name, but it was very good too. My friend had the rice and it was also very good.

★★★★
April 6, 2024

We wanted to try something different than we usually go for so we decided to try some African/Caribbean food. We ordered the half chicken and rice. The chicken was full of flavour with great smoke flavour. My fiancé loved it. The rice unfortunately fell short for me - there wasn’t any flavour to it. I added some Goya (salt) and it was much better. This is a family owned business - mom in the kitchen and son at the front of the house. It was super quiet when I went in to pick up food on a Friday. This place defiantly needs more love and marketing. The food and service is great.

★★★★★
February 12, 2024

Wow! Mind blowing food and amazing workers! I have a lot of allergies and they were so thorough and made sure all allergies were avoided. The charcoal chicken had so much depth and flavor. The vegetable dishes ( not sure of the name) were phenomenal. Excellent portions. They pour love and time into their food, give them at least an hour during peak times. You won’t be disappointed!

★★★★★
February 3, 2024

The chicken is soooo good and very well-seasoned!!! 🤤 Truly a gem in Rockland ❤️ Additional review: SOOO.. I just came back to try their cassava leaves dish (pondu?) and their salted fish.. they are both really good!! Definitely will keep coming back to this place 🤤❤️

December 7, 2024

Food is really good ! but the problem is it takes for ever to get your order, terribly slow, 2 times and still the same,

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Amazing food. A little spicy but chicken, ribs and chevre (goat) was awesome!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Great service and good food, chicken and plantins were amazing. Stop by and give it a try. Its worth it

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS !! We took the chicken , rice , spinach ,fries , samousas and donuts. Everything was divine ! Chicken cooked to perfection and very tasty . Samousas crusts is thin and crunchy, the filling is spicy but not too much , just the perfect amount of spice ! The donuts are to die for !!!! As soon as you come through the door, Christine the owner ( and cook), welcomes you with a sweet smile and her warmth just put you at ease instantly. You can see she s passionate about what she does and really cares about her customers. Definitely will go back regularly!

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Neat and good food

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

WOW! We saw this new company and decided to try the chicken cooked on charcoal, and we can say that it is the best chicken we have tasted. The chicken was cooked to perfection, it was juicy, very spicy, and excellent. We also have rice and plantain accompaniments, excellent too. My wife loves spicy sauces, and she was served with a really spicy homemade sauce prepared by the chef that she loves. So dont be fooled by the appearance of this little treasure in our beautiful city of Rockland because it is an excellent place to try new culinary degustations. We are now customers of this new place and our next order will probably be the ribs. Well done to the chef.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

This is the best African chicken Ive ever eaten! The owners are very nice and all the food was delicious and fresh. I highly recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

A sparse place for eat in, really not set up for that, but the food.... Slap your mama good! I forgot how good BBQ can be if you forgo propane and actually charcoal grill your food... I am getting rid of my propane grill and buying a proper grill this weekend!!

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Visited this little hidden gem this evening for dinner. We wanted to try multiple dishes (chicken, goat, plantain, kwanga and pondu), although the wait was longer than expected, the friendly service and the FOOD was worth the wait. The portions were generous. Everything here is made with love. Will definitely be eating here again.

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Chicken was delicious

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Very friendly service, amazing fresh food.

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

The half chicken and salmon with rice are delicious! My house smells so good everytime I order takeout from here The staff is also super friendly.

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Excellent food and service! We ll be back for more on a regular basis for sure!

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Last nights dinner at the HaloChef was a delightful journey through the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean! The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, making you feel like youve stepped into a little tropical haven. The staff were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, recommending the perfect dishes for our table. I ll definitely be back soon!

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

Rockland is so fortunate to have this new restaurant. It is the best chicken you ll ever have. The nicest people you ll ever meet. A must try.

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

Welcome to Rockland! Amazing chicken, rice and plantains! The chicken was so flavorful and juicy, with an authentic BBQ taste! Large portions and reasonable prices. The owners are welcoming and super friendly and took time to explain the dishes. Can t wait to try everything on this menu!

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

Awesome service and most importantly awesome food! Everything was so delicious! Chicken, rice, salad, donuts.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

Excellent chicken with a little bit of kick in it

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

We had Halo Chef for the first time tonight, and have to say it was fantastic. We had the chicken, with Rice, Goat, and Kwanga. This restaurant will be a welcome addition to the Rockland restaurant scene. Welcome to the neighbourhood. We are already looking forward to our next visit.

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

Food is great very tasty recommend it

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

This place is the real deal, if youve ever tried Ofal chicken in ottawa, this place is better. 10/10 could not recommend more.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

We tried out Halo Chef for the first time on a weekday night. We wanted to try out as many of their dishes reasonably for two people and got the half chicken, goat meat, plantains, yellow rice and beignets for take out. It was a lot of food but every single dish was delicious. The highlights were the chicken for me, the goat meat for my husband and we both loved the plantains. I would not hesitate to order from here again and recommend everyone give this new place a try.

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

Food amazing

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

Wonderful Restaurant , good tasty food and great service

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

The chicken is really tasteful as well as all the sides. Very good, will go back. Very nice and clean dining room Food

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

The Facebook reviews were so good I just had to try. Let me tell you it was worth it. The chicken was so tender and juicy , rice fantastic, ribs not so much but overall loved it will be going back. Definitely advertise on Facebook many ppl aren t aware of the new place .

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

The food was fantastic! We had the Thompson with a side of pondu and the half chicken with rice. So flavorful and well-seasoned! You could also tell that the ingredients were good-quality. Great place!

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

Delicious food

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

Food was delicious, especially the chicken and samousa s. Adds great variety to Rockland. Would recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

The chicken cooked on charcoal is perfect.

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

The food is delicious! I have been there every week at least twice since it opened. I definitely recommend Halo Chef!! Spread the word around, good food is meant to be shared :)