It's a challenging time for us right now as more countries around the globe are issuing lockdowns and travel restrictions, in light of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Now that Malaysians are safe at home following the recent movement restriction order, we count on supermarkets and online stores for our basic necessities and get our meals delivered from awesome halal local eateries in KL.

Credit: Giphy As we pray and hope that the situation will get better soon, it's important that we make the best of the situation including staying indoors with our loved ones and practice good hygiene habits wherever we are. If you need to take a break from preparing meals for your family, we're happy to share a list of awesome halal eateries in Kuala Lumpur that provide easy takeaway options! Whether you're craving for cheeseburgers or nasi lemak ayam rendang, make your pick to help you go through the rest of the movement control order at home.

1. Nando's

Credit: Nando's on Facebook Very few eateries in KL can fire up some peri-peri chicken as good as Nando's. Specialising in Portuguese cuisine, keep yourself full on busy days with takeaways consisting peri-peri chicken (choose your spicy level from mild to extra hot), crispy cheeseburger as well as chicken livers and Portuguese roll. If you're buying for the entire family back home, get the Jumbo platter that comes with 2 whole chickens and 5 large sides that are enough for 4-6 people. Halal status: Halal-certified Opening hours: Visit their website for opening hours Address: Visit their website for outlet locations Takeaway service: Available at selected restaurants (click the link to view the full list) Delivery service: Available on GrabFood and foodpanda Website | Facebook | Instagram

2. McDonald's

Credit: McDonald's on Facebook McDonald's has been around for as long as we can remember, and they're one of the fast-food chains you can depend on during this trying time. Start your day with a breakfast of sausage egg McMuffin, big breakfast and hotcakes (with loads of syrup!). You can also count on them for lunch and dinner as their double cheeseburgers, Big Macs and Ayam Goreng McD are crowd-favourites. Don't forget to throw in an apple pie in the paper bag too. Promotion: From 9 March to 15 April 2020, enjoy RM5 off when your McDonald's favourite when you use GrabPay at any McDonald's restaurants. Minimum spending of RM25 and above. For more information, visit their website. Halal status: Halal-certified Opening hours: Visit their website for opening hours Address: Visit their website for outlet locations Takeaway service: Available at all operating restaurants Delivery service: Available on McDelivery, GrabFood and foodpanda Website | Facebook | Instagram

3. KFC

Credit: KFC on Facebook The crispy fried chicken at KFC is undeniably finger-lickin'. It's also a quick and easy way to keep your family full by ordering a bucket of KFC fried chicken (mix up those spicy drumsticks with original-flavoured ones for your kids). This fast-food chain is also known for other menu items such as Zinger burger, popcorn chicken, nuggets and of course, the cheesy wedges. Halal status: Halal-certified Opening hours: Visit their website for opening hours Address: Visit their website for outlet locations Takeaway service: Available at all operating restaurants Delivery service: Available on KFC Delivery (with contactless delivery option) Self-collect/pick-up: Available at selected KFC outlets Website | Facebook | Instagram

4. A&W

Credit: A&W Malaysia - Official on Facebook Another way to bring a wave of nostalgia to your day is a meal from A&W. You might not be able to enjoy a root beer float as take-away, but they'll give you a bottle of root beer to accompany your curly fries, Mozza burger and chicken coney. This fast-food franchise also serves chicken and fish sandwiches as well as Golden Aroma chicken, which are ideal for the kids. Halal status: Halal-certified Opening hours: Visit their website for opening hours Address: Visit their website for outlet locations Takeaway service: Available at all operating restaurants (click the link to view the full list) Delivery service: Available on Grab Food and foodpanda Self-collect/pick-up service: Call the nearest A&W outlet to place your order and collect it after 30 minutes (click the link to find the nearest A&W and their respective phone numbers) Website | Facebook | Instagram

5. Marrybrown

Marrybrown is well-known for its crispy fried chicken, so order it to go with a side of fries. They also serve Cheesy Chicken that is loaded with rich and cheesy sauce as well as Chick-A-Licious that is smothered with black pepper sauce. If you're up for some local delights, you can order Nasi Marrybrown (a twist of our all-time favourite nasi lemak), Nasi Ayam MB, Mi Kari MB, and Bubur Ayam MB. Promotion: Get 15% off your Marrybrown meals when you select for pick-up via the foodpanda app. For more information, click this link. Halal status: Halal-certified Opening hours: Visit their website for opening hours Address: Visit their website for outlet locations Takeaway service: Available at selected outlets (click here for Marrybrown outlets that do not provide takeaway service) Delivery service: Available on MB Delivery, GrabFood and foodpanda Website | Facebook | Instagram

6. Pizza Hut

Credit: Pizza Hut on Facebook You can count on Pizza Hut to keep your family happy. Brimming with hearty and savoury pizza flavours such as Hawaiian Supreme, Chicken Pepperoni, and Super Supreme, there'll be a flavour out there that your whole group would love. You can also surround your pizzas with delicious sides like roasted drumettes, onion rings, garlic bread and the classic cream of mushroom soup. Promotion: For a limited time only, enjoy buy 1 free 1 promo for their signature Pan Pizzas. Available while stocks list for delivery. For more information, click this link. Halal status: Halal-certified Opening hours: Visit their website for opening hours Address: Visit their website for outlet locations Takeaway service: Available at all operating restaurants Delivery service: Available on Pizza Hut Delivery Self-collect/pick-up: Place your self-collection orders on their website Website | Facebook | Instagram

7. Domino's Pizza

Credit: Domino's Pizza Malaysia on Facebook Domino's Pizza is another all-time favourite for family lunch and dinners. Fast and convenient, you can savour anything from Ultimate Hawaiian to Meat Mania and Classified Chicken pizzas. To sweeten up your meal, take away the banana kaya dessert that is baked with banana slices and sweet pandan kaya. For savoury sides, it'll be tough to turn down the garlic twisty bread, Cinnastix, and stuffed cheddar bites. Promotion: For a limited time only, buy 1 regular pizza and get free 1 regular pizza and 1 bread side order (options: Breadstix, Cinnastix, Garlic Twisty Bread, Garlic French Loaf or Banana Kaya 6"). Available while stocks last. For more information, click this link. Halal status: Halal-certified Opening hours: Visit their website for opening hours Address: Visit their website for outlet locations Takeaway service: Available at all operating restaurants Delivery service: Available at all operating restaurants Website | Facebook | Instagram

8. Texas Chicken

Add some crunch to your mealtime by having Texas Chicken to go! As the name suggests, they specialise in crunchy and hand-battered fried chicken, which is very hard to resist. Perfect for kids, they can enjoy bite-sized juicy tenders and crispy nuggets. The classic fried chicken is also available as Tender Wrap, Mexicana Wrap, Spicy Tex Supreme burger and more. Seal your takeaway meal with delicious add-ons such as the famous honey-butter biscuits, Jalapeno bombers, and mashed potatoes. Promotion: For a limited time only, enjoy their mash bowl and rice bowl selections from RM3.90. It includes Spicy Korean Rice Bowl (RM5.90) / Mash Bowl (RM3.90) and Nyonya Curry Rice Bowl (RM5.90) / Mash Bowl (RM3.90). Available while stocks last. For more information and deals, click this link. Halal status: Halal-certified Opening hours: Visit their website for opening hours Address: Visit their website for outlet locations Takeaway service: Available at all operating restaurants Delivery service: Available on GrabFood Website | Facebook | Instagram

9. Carl's Jr.

Credit: Carl's Jr. Malaysia on Facebook Carl's Jr. is pretty known for their inventive burgers. Described as the pioneers of the great American burger, their charbroiled burgers are perfect for takeaways. Depending on your craving of the day, you can order anything between a double spicy Western cheeseburger (look out for the Jalapeno, bacon strips and Pepper Jack cheese) and BFC Angus Thickburger (get ready for the Angus beef patties and spicy Star sauce). Promotion: For a limited time only, place your Carl's Jr.'s orders on GrabFood and enjoy up to 8x free delivery. For more information, click this link. Halal status: Halal-certified Opening hours: Visit their website for opening hours Address: Visit their website for outlet locations Takeaway service: Available at 1Utama and SS15 outlets Delivery service: Available on foodpanda (1Utama, SS15 and Melawati Mall outlets only) Website | Facebook | Instagram

10. Burger King

Has it been a while since you last had a meal from Burger King? Now it's a good time to order some takeaways from this popular burger place. To see if this fast-food chain is as good as you last remembered, give the Whopper burgers a shot. Beautifully stacked with grilled patties, tasty sauce and fresh vegetables, a Whopper Jr. burger is enough to keep you smiling. Otherwise, there are other fast-food bites such as Double BBQ Beefacon, Single Mushroom Swiss, and Spicy Tendercrisp burgers that'll have you returning for more takeaways. Promotion: For a limited time only, enjoy Flamin' Hot Deals that come with medium fries and soft drink. It includes Tartar Crispy Chicken set (RM8.90), Cheesy Beef set (RM8.50), and 5-piece Nuggets set (RM7.50). Available while stocks last. For more information and offers, click this link. Halal status: Halal-certified Opening hours: Visit their website for opening hours Address: Visit their website for outlet locations Takeaway service: Available at all operating outlets Delivery service: Available on GrabFood and foodpanda Website | Facebook | Instagram

11. Ahh-Yum by Kampong Kravers

Credit: Ahh-Yum by Kampong Kravers on Facebook If you need a break from fast food, you can count on Ahh-Yum by Kampong Kravers for something close to your comfort food. Serving one of the best ayam berempah in town, the deep-fried chicken is deliciously marinated with secret spice and herb blend and pairs well with steamed rice. Whether it's lunch or dinner, you can grab a variety of dishes to go including Nasi Lemak Basmathi Ahh-Yum Berempah, Nasi Basmathi Ahh-Yum Berkuah, and Nasi Ahh-Mah Golden Butter Chicken. Promotion: For a limited time only, get a 20% discount when you place your Ahh-Yum by Kampong Kravers orders on GrabFood. For more information, click this link. Halal status: Halal-certified Opening hours: Visit their website for opening hours Address: Visit their website for outlet locations Takeaway service: Available at all operating outlets Self-collect/pick-up service: Send your orders via WhatsApp at +6013 266 9822 (available for Bukit Damansara, Wings Walk, Institut Jantung Negara, Plaza Shah Alam outlets) Delivery service: Available on GrabFood and foodpanda Website | Facebook | Instagram

12. OLDTOWN White Coffee

Credit: OLDTOWN White Coffee Malaysia on Facebook Anyone who enjoys a cup of OLDTOWN White Coffee has surely tried their menu at least once. Besides sipping on their signature coffee blend, there are many hearty dishes that are ideal for takeaways. Whether you're craving for local cuisine or Western selections, yummy dishes like Ipoh Chicken Hor Fun, Curry Mee, Nasi Lemak Chicken Rendang, and Western Mixed Platter are great for the whole family. Halal status: Halal-certified Opening hours: Visit their website for opening hours Address: Visit their website for outlet locations Takeaway service: Available at all operating outlets Self-collect/pick-up service: Available at all operating outlets Delivery service: Available on GrabFood, foodpanda, DeliverEat.my, and Hungry2U Website | Facebook From crispy fried chicken to hearty pepperoni pizza, there are many halal eateries in Kuala Lumpur that offer takeaway services to practising social distancing. Wherever the current situation will take us, we remain positive that things will get better and if you know any eateries that are worth a shoutout, let us know too!

12 Halal Eateries In KL With Easy Takeaway Options