Simba's Hot Chicken
Visited by our team. Halal status checked on our visit — see how.
Late-night hot chicken, smash burgers, and combos
Simba's Hot Chicken
Simba's serves its purpose really well — it's a late-night option that's cheap and surprisingly good for the price. The smash burger here is actually an underrated gem: quick, cheap (around $6), and genuinely tasty. The hot chicken itself is decent but the jalapeño-heavy preparation might not be for everyone.
What to Order
The smash burger is a sleeper and worth ordering — one of the better value burgers in the city at the price. For hot chicken, the boxes and combos give you good variety.
Must Try
The smash burger. It's the hidden gem on the menu and at the price it's incredible value.
Our take from the visit
Slightly better than mid thanks to the value and the smash burger. Not the most exciting food, but Simba's hits when you need something late-night, affordable, and halal. The smash burger is a genuine surprise — try it.
70/100 · Very good
- Public rating (75%)
- 65/100 from Google 4.5 across 767 reviews (adjusted to 4.5 for review volume)
- Halal assurance (25%)
- 85/100: fully halal
- Community votes
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Rating data: Google. Scores can't be bought. How the score works
How it compares
- #5 of 10 scored halal spots in North York.
- #1 of 2 scored hot chicken spots on the Hit List.
- 5 other halal listings within 3 km. Nearest scored: Grandone Fried Chicken (0.0 km, 56), Burrito Houz (0.1 km, 83), Chiang Mai (0.8 km, 85).
Halal status was checked on our visit. Statuses change, so confirm with the restaurant before ordering.
Simba's Hot Chicken — quick answers
Is Simba's Hot Chicken halal?
Simba's Hot Chicken in North York is listed as "Fully halal (checked on our visit)" on the Halal Hit List. Halal status was checked on our visit. Statuses change, so confirm with the restaurant before ordering.
Where is Simba's Hot Chicken located?
Simba's Hot Chicken is at 16 Mallard Rd, North York, Ontario, in the Don Mills area.
What is the Hit List Score for Simba's Hot Chicken?
70 out of 100 (Very good). It blends the Google rating, weighted by review count, with halal assurance. The formula is on our methodology page.
