HalalOrNot

HalalOrNot is a mobile app (with a lightweight web dashboard) that helps travelers and diaspora communities quickly assess whether a dish at a restaurant is likely halal, doubtful, or not halal—based on ingredients, cooking methods, and cross-contamination risks. Users scan a menu photo, select their madhhab/preferences (e.g., alcohol in sauces, gelatin, shared fryers), and get a clear verdict with the specific “why” behind it. It also suggests safer substitutions (e.g., “ask for grilled chicken, no wine reduction”) and provides a short, polite request script in the local language. This is an AI-assisted app, but it’s intentionally conservative: it flags uncertainty instead of pretending to be omniscient. The app can save personal “red lines,” build a trusted restaurant list, and work offline with cached rules for common cuisines. It’s not a certification tool; it’s a practical decision aid.