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    Arabian Nights Bistro

    4.0 (30 reviews)

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    Skewers of chicken and beef souvlaki and lamb chops.
    Lee Ann R.

    We enjoyed lunch at Habibi House today. We ordered the Mix Grill-A, comprised of two lamb chops, a beef souvlaki skewer and a chicken souvlaki skewer, fresh warm pita, baba ghanouj, hummus, and tzatziki sauce, plus some falafel for an appetizer. My word, everything was delicious! The falafel had a bit of a spicy kick which went very well with both the baba ghanouj and the hummus. The chicken souvlaki also had a little heat which was balanced nicely by the cool, creamy tzatziki. The beef souvlaki was a little chewy but nicely seasoned, and the lamb chops were the meat highlight for me. Be sure to tip in cash so the server, who was manning the register as well as covering all the tables, benefits. Service was great and the prices are reasonable for outstanding food. We'll be back!

    A Romantic Plate..:)
    Avram L.

    Midnight at the oasis Send your camel to bed Shadows painting our faces Traces of romance in our heads Heaven's holding a half-moon Shining just for us Let's slip off to a sand dune, real soon And kick up a little dust... That we did on the comfortable porch overlooking Silver Ave in Nob Hill at.. Habibi Restaurant... We Shared, a most surprising and delish appy called... "Mantu" of large Ravioli like pasta stuffed w. beef and covered w. lentils and a tangy sauce. Each bite was most delectable. And... "Kabuli Pulao" an Afgan Dish of pilaf rice w. rows of pickled pepper, raisins, salad and marinated lamb. Each bite when mixed was very nice. A sauce if avail. would nicely suffice..:) We washed our grub down w. water and Arabic Coffee. We wished wine would have been avail. But, a Hybrid Strain sang Habibi..:) Come on, till the evening ends 'Til the evening ends Midnight at the oasis Send your camel to bed Got shadows painting our faces And traces of romance in our heads... Best, Avram Sultan Jr.

    Chicken shawarma plate,  and the grill plate #2
    Adric M.

    Really enjoyed my first visit to this place, from the appetizers to the meal to the desert the food was all on point! I really liked the cheese sambosas and the bite of lamb i stole was one of the best I've had on a good long while, chicken shawarma was delicious, the hummus was smooth and lovely. The baclava was nutty and delightful. They kept the lovely little french cafe ambiance from the previous place, and added some nice photos petra/jordan and a few other locations i could not recognise. Cute, small, tasty, friendly! This will go on my regular rotation. Ps if you know someone who fixes german espresso machines the owner has a fancy one that needs work!

    Rice and Pickles
    Alicia F.

    I never knew this place existed. I happened to be buying something off facebook marketplace, and the owner's wife said I could meet up at their restaurant. We got to chatting, and I saw they had lentil soup (something I hadn't had since my monthlong visit in Turkey). The lady said I could come by and try the soup when I bought my item from her. So we came by, and tried a grill plate, the chicken shawarma, soup, and a slice of cheesecake. Everything was hands down delicious! The rice was flavorful. The meat was super tender and tasty. The presentation of the food was beautiful! We will definitely be back. I'm so excited to find a tasty restaurant with good prices. I can't wait to return, and I will definitely be excited for my leftovers for lunch tomorrow. Also as another huge plus, the owner is super friendly and welcoming. I definitely recommend this place!

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    Corina D.

    I tried the Habibi House, and I must say, it was so good! I ordered their chicken shawarma, and it was tender and flavourful. The dish comes with a side of nutty rice, a fresh side salad, and a warm naan bread, which complemented the main dish. I took half of it home and it was just as good the next day. My server was sweet and attentive and I love that their cute patio was so quiet and peaceful.

    Falafel, shawarma chicken, beef with hummus
    Michaelene K.

    I'm Lebanese so I'm going to be pickier than the average eater going to a place claiming to be Lebanese. The owner was friendly and engaging but the food was just OK. I think we may have gotten the wrong sandwich, I wanted the garlic paste (called toum, which is a hot garlic paste) but could barely taste it. He was out of tabbouli, which is a pet peeve, just go to the store. Its a staple of Lebanese food. The falafel was tasty but nothing spectacular, it was grainy and not pureed well enough. The hummus and meat was my favorite. I was disappointed that the bread was no where like Lebanese bread. It is thick like pita, which isn't what I want at a Lebanese place. I'd go back of others wanted to, and am glad I tried it but it missed the mark for me.

    Lamb kabob and chicken shawarma
    Wendy T.

    Best falafel in town! The lamb kabob was abundant with lamb. The chicken Shawarma tender. The toasted almond in the rice added a tasty crunch. The salad was fresh and tangy and the naan warm and nice.

    Broken plastic in food

    I was thoroughly enjoying a couple of shawarma sandwiches from this place (takeout) when suddenly I almost swallowed a large, sharp shard of broken plastic that was inside one of the sandwiches. If I hadn't noticed in time, I'd probably be suing them right now for my medical treatment. So dangerous. How do you not notice that when prepping your food??

    Great atmosphere! Classic Nob Hill style that has been elegantly restored but also feels casual and comfortable.

    Tried Habibi House for the first time, visited for a late lunch. Wow, I am just blown away by the food here! I've tried a lot of Middle Eastern restaurants in town and The flavors here are just a tiny bit elevated above most of the choices out there. Hummus was smooth and topped with some whole chickpeas, and favorite meats of what I tried here were the chicken shawarma and the lamb chops. I was most surprised by the pickles - generally, I don't like pickles at all and avoid them, but these were very nice and not vinegary at all. I would definitely try the pickles here again, and those are words I never thought I would say about pickles. Sambosa appetizer with cheese was delicious, the texture is somewhat similar to wontons, but more delicate. Pistachio baklava for dessert was wonderful, not as sweet as a lot of baklavas and a really rich nutty flavor. Service was great, unobtrusive yet attentive. Atmosphere feels simultaneously cozy and beautiful, photo doesn't really do it justice, there's all these amazing details in the wood trim, ceiling molding, and archway. Classic Nob Hill style that has been elegantly restored but also feels casual and comfortable. It was a little on the chilly side today, but the outdoor seating looks really nice for warmer weather, kind of an elevated patio that is set back from the street a bit.

    Dolmas, baba ghanouj, delicious yogurt sauce and hummus
    Mohammad M.

    Y U M. This place is fantastic! A slightly different take on mediterranean fare with some amazing grilled skewers and various platters. All of the sides were excellent, including the hummus and baba ganouj which you could tell were house made. Family owned and run with a cute decor. Very friendly folks. Absolutely looking forward to coming here again!

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    Absolutely amazing food! Meat was juicy and flavorful, and the coffee taffy drink was the most amazing coffee I've had!

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    Excellent hummus and kofta! Very nice staff. Will be back to try the mantu and other items for sure.

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    Habibi is open at last! Went there for the first time today and had Musabaha and falafel. Delicious!

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