The Best Halal Algerian Restaurants in NYC & Long Island

4.6

Merguez and Frites

If you're hunting for authentic North African food in Astoria that doesn't require flying to Algiers, Merguez and Frites delivers. The merguez sandwich is the whole point—that legendary spicy lamb sausage from the Atlas Mountains, somehow showing up on your plate in Queens, snapped in all the right ways and cradled in flatbread. Grab the fries too (the combination is genuinely unbeatable). But the garantita—this crispy, savory pastry—might actually be the thing you'll think about on your commute home. The mahadjeb is another sleeper hit if you want something more substantial. It's quick service, the vibe is cozy despite the hustle, and there's outdoor seating to eat and people-watch. Prices stay reasonable. This is the kind of spot that makes you realize Astoria's food game is weirdly deep.