Halal Butcher Malta: Where to Buy Halal Meat & Groceries (2026)
Halal Butcher Malta: Where to Buy Halal Meat & Groceries (2026) Halal Butcher Malta: Where to Buy Halal Meat & Groceries (2026) Addresses and hours checked on Google Maps: October 2026 · Reading time: 5 minutes Short answer: the easiest places to find a halal butcher in Malta are San Ġwann (Akdeniz and Sama Shop…
Halal Butcher Malta: Where to Buy Halal Meat & Groceries (2026)
Short answer: the easiest places to find a halal butcher in Malta are San Ġwann (Akdeniz and Sama Shop on Triq in-Naxxar), Sliema (Akdeniz Turkish Butcher), Gżira, Marsa and Paola for South Asian groceries, and Birkirkara (Acquaduct Butcher). In the north, Bissmillah Zam Zam in St Paul’s Bay sells halal groceries until midnight.
If you are a student, a worker or a new expat in Malta, you probably want a reliable halal butcher close to home, not a restaurant list. Supermarkets stock very little halal meat, so most residents buy from small family shops. This guide lists real shops by community, with the addresses shown on Google Maps.
Halal butchers in Malta at a glance
| Area | Shop | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| San Ġwann | Akdeniz, Sama Shop | Turkish and North African meat |
| Sliema | Akdeniz Turkish Butcher | Late-night Turkish butcher |
| Gżira | Bismillah Pak Foods | Pakistani groceries |
| Marsa | BD Shahjalal Market | Bangladeshi staples |
| Paola | Bangladesh Market | Budget meat and vegetables |
| Birkirkara | Acquaduct Butcher | Beef, chicken, burgers |
| St Paul’s Bay | Bissmillah Zam Zam | Halal shopping in the north |
Five checks before you buy
- Ask about slaughter and supplier. A halal sign alone does not tell you how the animal was slaughtered, so ask directly.
- Check chicken and mince first. These are the products most often bought in bulk, so confirm they are halal before you fill the freezer.
- Carry cash. Some small shops prefer cash or have card minimums.
- Call ahead. Opening hours change, especially on Sundays and public holidays.
- Check dates. Look at expiry dates on packaged and frozen goods, as you would in any shop.
Turkish halal butchers
Akdeniz International Mini Market & Butcher, San Ġwann
A Turkish mini market with a butcher counter. Its delivery listing describes halal meat and chicken, plus Turkish products such as çiğ köfte and ayran.
- Address: Rubin Shop, Triq in-Naxxar, San Ġwann SGN 9030
- Phone: +356 9932 5950
- Hours (Google): daily 8:30 am to 8:30 pm
Akdeniz Supermarket & Turkish Butcher, Sliema
A neighbourhood supermarket with a Turkish butcher section and a wide range of Turkish and Mediterranean groceries. It is open very late, which suits shift workers.
- Address: Triq Parisio, Tas-Sliema SLM 1227
- Phone: +356 9932 5737
- Hours (Google): daily 8:00 am to 11:00 pm
Arabic and North African halal shops
Sama Shop, San Ġwann
A butcher and grocery with halal meat, spices, dates and fresh herbs. Reviewers describe it as a North African shop, and it is a good choice for couscous ingredients and Maghrebi spices.
- Address: 24 Triq in-Naxxar, San Ġwann
- Phone: +356 9971 9328
- Hours (Google): daily 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
Acquaduct Butcher (Halal), Birkirkara
A halal butcher praised by reviewers for beef, chicken and freshly made burgers. Several reviews mention fair prices and a student discount.
- Location: Birkirkara (Google plus code VFV6+JXR, so search the shop name in Google Maps)
- Phone: +356 7764 0611
- Hours (Google): Mon 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Tue to Fri 8:00 am to 6:30 pm, Sat 8:00 am to 2:30 pm, closed Sunday
Looking for a Libyan-run shop? We could not confirm a currently trading one, so we do not list one. If you know a halal butcher run by Libyan owners, send us the name and address and we will verify and add it.
Bangladeshi grocery stores
BD Shahjalal Market, Marsa
A large Asian and halal grocery on Qormi Road, popular with Bangladeshi, Pakistani and Indian customers. Expect rice, lentils, spices, frozen fish and snacks from Bangladesh.
- Address: 139 Qormi Road, Marsa
- Phone: +356 7777 5745
- Hours (Google): daily 6:00 am to 9:00 pm
Bangladesh Market, Paola
A mini market in the south known for low prices on vegetables, chicken, mutton and daily groceries. Good for residents of Paola, Tarxien and Żabbar.
- Address: 210 Cospicua Road, Paola
- Phone: +356 9917 2265
- Hours (Google): daily 8:00 am to 10:00 pm
Pakistani and South Asian halal groceries
Bismillah Pak Foods Halal, Gżira
A halal karyana shop with Pakistani and South Asian groceries and halal meat, near the Gżira and Sliema student areas.
- Address: 77 Triq Manoel De Vilhena, Gżira
- Phone: +356 7793 9775
- Hours (Google): daily 9:30 am to 10:30 pm
Bissmillah Zam Zam Food Halal, St Paul’s Bay
The main halal grocery in the north, with Asian groceries and a butcher section. Useful if you live in Bugibba, Qawra or Mellieħa, and open late.
- Address: Triq il-Ħarifa, St Paul’s Bay
- Phone: +356 7793 9775
- Hours (Google): daily 8:30 am to midnight
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy halal meat in Malta?
Mostly at small butchers and ethnic groceries in San Ġwann, Sliema, Gżira, Marsa, Paola, Birkirkara and St Paul’s Bay, such as those listed above.
Is there a halal butcher in San Ġwann?
Yes. Akdeniz International Mini Market & Butcher and Sama Shop are both on Triq in-Naxxar.
Where can I find Bangladeshi and Pakistani halal groceries?
BD Shahjalal Market in Marsa and Bangladesh Market in Paola stock Bangladeshi staples, and Bismillah Pak Foods Halal in Gżira sells Pakistani groceries.
Is there halal grocery shopping in St Paul’s Bay?
Yes. Bissmillah Zam Zam Food Halal on Triq il-Ħarifa is open until midnight.
How do I know the meat is really halal?
Ask for the supplier and slaughter method, and ask to see a certificate if you need full assurance.
Eating out instead? See our guide to halal food in Bugibba and St Paul’s Bay.
