Nando's Footscray isn't individually halal certified, but the great news is that Nando's Australia confirms on its website that all its chicken comes from halal-certified suppliers. They do cook bacon in the kitchen, but you can ask for your chicken to be cooked on the separate open-flame grill to avoid any contact.

The official Nando's Footscray webpage shows that the restaurant is licensed to serve alcohol. The menu does not contain pork products, but they do cook bacon, which is prepared on a shared grill with some chicken items.

There is no specific information available to confirm if the halal-certified chicken supplied to Nando's is hand-slaughtered (zabihah). The certification confirms it meets general halal standards, but for specific slaughter methods, it's best to ask Nando's Australia directly about their suppliers.

While there is no prayer room inside Nando's Footscray itself, there are mosques very close by. The nearest is Musalla Masjid at 149 Nicholson St, which is only about a 3-minute walk (210m). Victoria University Mosque on Ballarat Rd is also an option, roughly a 10-minute walk away.

Nando's is generally a family-friendly restaurant with a casual atmosphere. While they don't have separate family sections, they can often accommodate larger groups. They also offer catering packages which could be a great option for a family event at home.