The HK Muslim app has recently enhanced its offerings for the local Muslim community in Hong Kong with new halal dining options and a new madrasah as well as a filter function to check whether alcohol is served in restaurants.
Link to the app — https://hkmuslim.glide.page/
New Halal Dining Options
On 27 August 2024, the app introduced several new halal-certified and Muslim-owned dining locations:
Halal-Certified Restaurants:
- KFC: North Point, Ap Lei Chau, Sau Mau Ping, Kwun Tong, Ma On Shan, Tuen Mun, and Kennedy Town totaling up to 21 branches.
- Toast Box: Jordan
- Turkish Kebab: Sai Kung
Muslim-Owned Restaurants:
- OnionHub: Tin Hau, Tseung Kwan O, North Point
- Indulge Spices: Yau Tong
- Taza Cuisine: Mong Kok (Olympic)
On 5 September 2024, three more halal-certified restaurants were added:
- Tandoori Bites Bar + Kitchen: Sai Ying Pun
- Little Indian Restaurant: Jordan
- Food Pyramid: Wong Chuk Hang
Additionally, two new Muslim-owned restaurants were introduced:
- Taste of Chakwal: Sham Shui Po
- Wai Kee: Wan Chai
Users can explore these options through the “HalalSpot” tab in the app, which now includes a filter to identify restaurants that do not serve alcohol.
New Madrasah in Fo Tan
The app has also announced the opening of the Al-Suffah Academy in Fo Tan, Sha Tin, on 27 August 2024. This madrasah will provide Islamic education for children, covering the Quran, Islamic studies, and the Arabic language. The facility is hoped to serve the community by hosting Jummah prayers and celebrations during Ramadan and Eid.
Users can find this new madrasah by navigating to the “DeenSpot” tab and selecting “Madrasahs.”
These updates aim to meet the diverse needs of the Muslim community in Hong Kong, providing both dining and educational opportunities.