Find out if Wingstop is halal in the United States, UK, and elsewhere

Wingstop has nearly 2000 locations worldwide, offering popular options like boneless wings and chicken tenders. But—are any of these menu items halal? If you’re a Muslim who’s interested in trying out Wingstop’s chicken and you aren’t sure if it qualifies as halal, keep reading to learn everything you need to know. Plus, Islamic education expert and motivational speaker Belal Elkadri shares some valuable insights on what is deemed halal and what isn’t.

Is Wingstop halal in the USA?

No, Wingstop is not generally considered halal in the U.S. and have never claimed to be. Some stores may be halal certified, so call your local store to ask ahead. If the chicken is not halal, there are still other vegetarian menu options you can try.

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Is Wingstop halal?

  1. Wingstop is not generally considered halal in the U.S. and the brand has never officially claimed to be halal certified. While it’s best to err on the side of caution and assume the chicken isn’t halal, some U.S. stores may be halal certified, especially in areas with large Muslim populations, like Dearborn, Michigan. Call your local store to be sure.[1]
    • Wingstop’s UK website says all of their suppliers and locations are halal. They add that they take animal welfare seriously, which is why they stun the chickens before hand-slaughtering them in compliance with Islamic laws.[2]
    • Worldwide, Wingstop locations are halal in majority-Muslim countries, like Malaysia, Singapore, the UAE, and Indonesia. Wingstop is also halal in Canada and Australia.[3]
    • Even if the chicken is slaughtered according to Islamic food rules, Wingstop’s preparation and storage methods may still lead to cross-contamination with non-halal products.

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What makes chicken halal?

  1. The Quran provides clear guidelines on how to slaughter a chicken, or any animal, humanely.[4] To begin with, the chicken should be in good health and alive at the time of slaughter. The animal has to be slaughtered by a Muslim who utters God’s name before the killing. This person must also use a sharp blade to cut the animal's throat, jugular vein, and windpipe for a clean and quick death.[5]
  2. Wingstop’s chickens are slaughtered using large-scale machines, which is how much of the food industry slaughters their animals. Some scholars find that this goes against the Islamic belief that killing should be done at the hands of a human. They also argue that it’s nearly impossible to recite God’s name before every individual killing, making this method impermissible.[10]
    • However, the opinion that machine slaughter renders chickens non-halal is held by a small minority of Muslims. Most Muslims believe that machine killing can be halal as long as the necessary conditions are met.
    • This means that even in an industrial setting, a Muslim must speak God’s name before the killing, make sure that each bird is swiftly and humanely slaughtered, and oversee the entire process.
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Halal Wingstop Menu Options

  1. Even if your local Wingstop location isn’t halal certified, some vegetarian menu options are halal by default. For example, ordering Cajun Fried Corn or veggie sticks is a pretty safe bet. Beverages like Simply Lemonade are also fine to have, as well as Wingstop’s only dessert option, which is their triple chocolate chunk brownie.[11]
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Final Takeaways

  1. In the U.S., Wingstop is not halal certified, but some stores may be halal. Although Wingstop locations in the U.S. are not generally certified as being halal, call your local store to ask directly. If you can’t find a Wingstop location that is halal certified, opt to try their vegetarian menu options, like the Cajun Fried Corn and triple chocolate chunk brownie. Ultimately, choosing to eat Wingstop chicken is a personal choice in Islam that requires research and reflection.
    • Speak to an imam or Islamic educator if you need further guidance.
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References

  1. https://www.halaltimes.com/is-wingstop-halal/
  2. https://www.wingstop.co.uk/faq
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This article was co-authored by Rabia M. Baig and by wikiHow staff writer, Bertha Isabel Crombet, PhD. Rabia M. Baig is a Muslim content creator and speaker based in Chicagoland, Illinois. With several years of experience, Rabia produces clear, practical, and faith-based guidance for modern Muslims. Her work focuses on Islamic religious practices, traditions and festivals, emotional and spiritual well-being, and helping individuals strengthen their relationship with Allah in everyday life. With a background in Graphic Design, Rabia brings a structured and accessible approach to educational content, making Islamic teachings easy to understand and apply. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Graphic Design.
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