economy
My halal burger chain brings in over $4 million a year
Shahezad Contractor, 44, is the founder and CEO of Cousin's Burger, a halal restaurant chain with eight locations across the Northeast. The Cousin's brand is known for its smash burgers, but also includes a pizza and barbecue restaurant. The business brought in over $4 million in total revenue and was profitable in 2025.
TL;DR
- Shahezad Contractor is the founder and CEO of Cousin's Burger.
- Cousin's Burger is a halal restaurant chain with eight locations in the Northeast.
- The brand is known for smash burgers, pizza, and barbecue.
- The business generated over $4 million in revenue in 2025.
- Cousin's Burger was profitable in 2025.