Fire, Smoke & Soul
West Hempstead's 100% halal smokehouse. Slow-smoked Wagyu brisket, 45-day dry-aged Black Angus steaks, and a live tableside fire show, handcrafted daily.
Arabic & Urdu for soul.
We put ours in the fire.
A name that means soul.
Rooh's is named after owner Abdul Rahim Gul's late mother. She was a great cook, and the two of them always talked about opening a restaurant together. It took him nearly two years to build it. Rooh is also the Arabic and Urdu word for soul, and it is exactly what goes into the fire here.
Rooh's opened in 2025 on Hempstead Turnpike as a 100% halal smoked-BBQ steakhouse, a concept that fuses Texas low-and-slow barbecue with the Middle Eastern and Mediterranean grill.
Wagyu brisket smoked for 18 hours. Black Angus steaks dry-aged 45 days. Lamb kebabs, shish tawook, and a full mezze spread, all built around an open fire that the whole room can see.
The dining room is his work too. Tables and wall pieces cut from 300- to 600-year-old black walnut logs, about 20 Tiffany-style lamps, some dating back to the 1920s, and vintage captain's chairs he tracked down in Pennsylvania and Virginia and had carefully restored. Newsday covered the opening and picked Rooh's for its best Long Island eats of 2025.
“She was a great cook, and me and her always used to talk about opening up a place together.”
Abdul Rahim Gul, owner, to Newsday
Handcrafted, by the pound.
From the flagship smoked Wagyu brisket to 45-day dry-aged Black Angus and the showpiece tomahawk, every cut is sourced premium and 100% halal. Smoked in-house, fired to order.
A 20% service charge is included with every check. Our team is paid competitive wages, so no additional tip will be accepted. Thank you for being our guest!
Dinner is a show.
Every night at 8, the music comes up and the staff cook meats like short ribs over open fire, right in front of the room. It's the only time the kitchen cooks in front of you, and the reason people pull out their phones before their forks.
30 minutes. One Dinorito.
New York’s first Texas Dinorito Burrito: slow-smoked short rib with french fries and mac & cheese, melted into one giant burrito. Finish it in under 30 minutes and it’s free, plus you walk out with a special prize.
- 30minBeat the clock
- FreeIt’s on us
- +1Special prize
The slow smoked short rib was fall-off-the-bone cooked perfect with amazing flavor. All wrapped in melted crispy cheese. Came with assorted sauces including an amazing chimichurri.
The owner and staff are super friendly and were excited I ordered, and was the first to complete their dino-burrito challenge. … I’ll be back to try some of their premium steaks.
Premium, without compromise.
Halal was never the limit here, it was the standard. Every cut is sourced premium and smoked or seared in-house, so you never have to choose between your faith and a serious steak.
Smoked In-House
Brisket and short ribs over low, slow heat until the bark and smoke ring set. No shortcuts.
Premium Meat
Black Angus Prime, 45-day dry-aged, and Wagyu. The good stuff, and only the good stuff.
Handcrafted Daily
Sauces, sides and mezze made fresh in-house, every single day. Authentic halal smoked BBQ.
Long Island is talking.
“Rooh's brings the fire”
Halal steakhouse puts on a nightly hibachi-style show in W. Hempstead.
The best LI eats of 2025
“More than a delicious meal — dinner there is an experience.”
Champions at our tables.
“An unforgettable surprise at Rooh’s. We had the honor of welcoming Khabib Nurmagomedov in for a bite. Just genuine hospitality and great food shared with one of the greatest to ever do it.”
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“It was an honor to welcome Usman Nurmagomedov to Rooh’s following his incredible victory. Congratulations on another huge win, we appreciate you stopping by and spending time with us.”
See the post on InstagramThe food was incredible — everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly made, and the quality of the meat truly stood out.
I ordered the New York Strip and the smoked short ribs, and both were excellent—full of flavor, perfectly cooked, and clearly prepared with care.
I ordered the Wagyu New York Strip, which was absolutely phenomenal – so tender and flavorful it didn’t even need a side …
The steaks were absolutely perfect cooked just right, incredibly tender, and full of rich flavor.
Service was phenomenal, cant tell the last time I've had such a refreshing experience. The ambience had so much detail and so much thought put into it.
The steak was cooked perfectly; tender, juicy, and full of flavor. I can really tell they use high-quality meat.
A feast for the eyes.
Planning a party or a celebration?
Birthdays, anniversaries and family gatherings. Tell us about your event and we'll contact you to plan it.
Is everything at Rooh's halal?
Yes. Rooh's is 100% halal. Every cut is certified halal and smoked or seared in-house, with no pork and no alcohol.
Where is Rooh's?
We're at 495 Hempstead Turnpike, West Hempstead, NY 11552.
What are your hours?
Monday to Thursday, 11:45 AM to 10 PM. Friday to Sunday, 1 PM to 11 PM. Lunch is served from 12 to 3 PM.
Do you take reservations?
Yes. Call us at (516) 280-2896 to reserve a table.
Can I order delivery?
Yes. Rooh's delivers through DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub.
What is the fire show?
Every night at 8, our staff cook meats like short ribs over open fire in front of the dining room, with music playing. Call (516) 280-2896 to book a table for it.
What is the Dinorito Challenge?
The Texas Dinorito Burrito is a giant burrito of slow-smoked short rib, french fries and mac & cheese. Finish it in under 30 minutes and it's free, plus you get a special prize.
Is a tip included?
A 20% service charge is included with every check. Our team is paid competitive wages, so no additional tip is accepted.
Can I book a party or event at Rooh's?
Yes. Fill out the party and event request form at roohsbbqsmokedmeatsteakhouse.com/events.html and we'll contact you to plan it, or call (516) 280-2896.
Where can I see the full menu?
The full menu, with cash and card prices, is at menu.roohsbbqsmokedmeatsteakhouse.com.