Halal food in Jordan is effortless—as a 97% Muslim country, all food is halal by default. Jordanian cuisine offers rich Middle Eastern flavors from Amman to Petra. Explore halal food options and halal certification standards.
How Accessible Is Halal Food?
- All food halal: Muslim-majority country
- No verification needed: Default standard
- Alcohol separate: Available but distinct areas
Famous Jordanian Dishes
- Mansaf: National dish—lamb, yogurt, rice
- Maqluba: Upside-down rice with meat
- Falafel: Fried chickpea balls
- Hummus: Chickpea dip
- Shawarma: Rotisserie meat wraps
- Knafeh: Sweet cheese pastry
Best Cities
Amman
- Rainbow Street: Trendy restaurants
- Downtown: Traditional eateries
- Abdoun: Upscale dining
- Every restaurant halal
Petra
- Wadi Musa town: All halal restaurants
- Tourist restaurants near site
- Traditional Bedouin cuisine
Aqaba
- Red Sea resort city
- Fresh seafood (halal by nature)
- Resort dining all halal
Dead Sea
- Resort hotels all serve halal
- International cuisine available
Bedouin Hospitality
Traditional experiences:
- Zarb (underground BBQ)
- Bedouin tea with sage
- Desert camp dining
- Wadi Rum experiences
Practical Tips
- No verification needed: All halal
- Try mansaf: Must-eat national dish
- Street food safe: Falafel, shawarma everywhere
- Bedouin camps: Authentic halal experiences
- Hotel dining: All serve halal
- Alcohol: Clearly marked if sold