Is Costa Coffee Halal? Food & Drink Guide

Varies by Location Halal in 3+ countries

Updated January 25, 2026

Costa Coffee, the British coffeehouse chain, presents similar considerations to other coffee chains for Muslim customers. Explore halal certification for more information. Explore halal food guides for more information.

Costa Coffee Halal Status

Beverages: Generally Halal

Coffee is halal
Tea is halal
Most milk-based drinks safe
Check flavored syrups

Food: Varies by Location

Muslim countries: Fully halal
UK/Western: Not certified

Costa Coffee in UK

Beverages

Costa UK drinks are generally halal:

Americano ✓
Latte ✓
Cappuccino ✓
Hot chocolate ✓
Tea ✓

Food

Costa UK food is NOT halal certified:

Sandwiches may contain non-halal meat
Pastries may have gelatin
Cross-contamination possible

Safe Food Options UK

Vegetarian sandwiches (verify)
Plain pastries (check ingredients)
Fruit items
Some cakes (verify gelatin)

Costa in Muslim Countries

UAE

Costa Coffee UAE is fully halal:

All food items halal
All beverages halal
Local certification

Malaysia

JAKIM certified:

Complete menu halal
Food and drinks certified

Middle East

All Gulf region Costa are halal:

Saudi Arabia
Kuwait
Qatar
Bahrain

Beverage Considerations

Safe Drinks:

Black coffee (all types)
Espresso
Plain tea
Lattes (plain)
Cappuccinos

Check First:

Flavored syrups (alcohol content)
Whipped cream (gelatin)
Seasonal specials
Frappes with toppings

In Halal Locations:

All sandwiches halal
All pastries halal
Cakes and desserts halal

In Non-Halal Locations: Avoid:

Meat sandwiches
Ham and cheese items
Bacon items

Consider:

Vegetarian wraps
Cheese toasties
Plain pastries

Comparing Coffee Chains (UK)

Chain	Drinks	Food
Costa	Generally halal	Not certified
Starbucks	Generally halal	Not certified
Caffè Nero	Generally halal	Not certified
Pret	Generally halal	Not certified

Practical Tips

Drinks safe: Coffee and tea are halal
Food caution: Check in non-Muslim countries
Muslim countries: Full menu halal
Vegetarian option: Safest food choice
Ask staff: About specific ingredients
Check syrups: For alcohol content
Pastry gelatin: Common in Western locations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Costa Coffee halal?

Learn more about [halal certification](/halal-certification/) standards. Costa Coffee beverages are generally halal as coffee and milk don't contain animal products. Food items vary by location - fully halal in Muslim countries, not certified in UK. Stick to beverages and vegetarian items when unsure.

Is Costa Coffee halal in UK?

Costa Coffee UK beverages are halal, but food items are not halal certified. Sandwiches may contain non-halal meat, and pastries may have gelatin. Choose vegetarian food options or beverages only.

Is Costa Coffee food halal?

Costa Coffee food is only halal certified in Muslim countries. In the UK and Western countries, sandwiches and pastries are not halal certified. Some items may contain non-halal meat or gelatin.