The amount of times I have come to Habibi Grill after first trying their food months ago is scary. My family and friends are all addicted to the chicken shawarma and we can't seem to get enough. We've had many different apps and meals and everything is so delicious. All of the flavors are paired together beautifully and their rice is unreal. Also, my chai tea lovers, you must try theirs! It's one of my favorites. The staff there is so great and kind and always makes our experience so lovely. Multiple people check in on us throughout the meal and you order upfront and they bring it to you. It's a modern cozy restaurant and we always enjoy coming here. 10/10 recommend! read more

Habibi Grill - Chicken Shawarma Plate and Beef Shawarma wrap - Cafes Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Yo. My. Gawd. I just got home from lunch, and was so blown away, I had to write about this. I have been craving Mediterranean recently, and I can never find someone to join me. Today, for WFH Columbus, my buddy showed up and suggested it, and I'm so glad he did. Backing up: It's like a casual spot - you walk in, you pick up your menu, you grab a seat. When you are ready? You go to the counter and place your order. Bottles of soda behind the register, take out containers to the left, and plates, silverware, and two giant ice water tanks around the corner from the door. But the plating? Is so good. It goes from feeling "fast and casual" to *with a purpose.* The food? Divine. I ate until I was stuffed, and still wanted more. We ordered - Hummus, Chicken Schwarma plate, and Beef kabab (Kofta), and my friend ordered some parmesan garlic wings. The food was on point - the hummus, a gigantic portion, creamy, seasoned well, with a generous amount of pita. The chicken shwarma hitting all those flavors I was craving with tender bites of chicken. I had a bite of the beef kofta, and it's seasonings are all its own that takes it away from "just beef." Super tender, juicy morsels. And the wings - they looked "wet" (we both were unsure) - but underneath that tasty sauce was crispy, well cooked wings. The service: Well, it's self-serve. It's on you. But immediately after we sat down, they checked on us to see if we had been prior (first for me, second for him) - he knew what was up, and she reitereated the process to me (and pointed out where everything was... so... I guess the only thing I don't know is where the restroom was!) Towards the end, another gentleman checked on us, and pointed out the takeout containers for leftovers. If I had to "make" a negative? I'm going to have to be obscenely petty - the wings came out last. That's it. They were clear they were coming, they'd be after the plates, and they dropped off this delicious wings. That's the most "negative" thing I could say, which - when you have all that food, it's not a negative at all (just make sure you save space!) I'm definitely coming back. read more

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I'd been wanting to try this place for a while. Finally got the chance on a Sunday afternoon with my family. Parking is tight as there's a very small lot that can park maybe up to 15 cars. Decor even from the outside draws you. I looked at the site/ menu staff of time, and I was aware of self-serving. However, there is enough staff that comes around to help with any questions before ordering. The pricing and serving portion was definitely a match. Everything we had was FULL of flavor and presentation was COLORFUL! Three chef came over to is twice to check in and took time to engage with the children. I love attentive customer service. Super nice guy!!! There was a long wait on one of our orders, but the chef was on had with the staff to rectify it before we had to mention it. Once he noticed, he came over to let us know or was being cut and would be out soon. Pros: Great customer service, decor, seating options (indoor/outdoor), food presentation, portion size, party room available for reservation. Cons: I usually order water with meals anyway, so thar was fine, but I would've appreciated an ice dispenser. Smaller platter options for parties of one or two weren't available. If you wanted additional meat, it's a $12+ upcharge. I would absolutely come back to dine in or for takeout. read more

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This chicken livers and garlic sauce and hot sauce it's so delicious and yummy Thank read more

Habibi Grill - Chicken liver with this 2 sauce it's a bom - Cafes Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I have heard so much about this place through Instagram and have been waiting to try it out for a long time. I must say the place lived up to the hype. Loved everything we ordered. The meat was flavorful, juicy, and perfectly charred. The place is pretty, and the service was quick. read more

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Habibi has quickly become one of our favorite restaurants! The food is outstanding and the service is top notch! The owner and his wife are incredibly kind and welcoming! We absolutely love the family platters. We've ordered all three sizes and the value is incredible. One of the times we ordered the platter to go for a party and it was packed so well! Our other favorites are the wraps! Love love love the shish tawook wrap! Can't wait to stop by again! read more

Habibi Grill - Small family platter! - Cafes Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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You'll either love it or hate it! I know people that rant and rave about it, but I've been twice now and I don't think it's worth the hype at all. The food doesn't have flavor and is overpriced. I've had better gyros from food trucks and drive-thrus... BUT, for the good, their fried pickles and jalapeño poppers were really good, and the portions (on most dishes) were good! My food was much better 2nd day once all the flavors marinated in eachother. I'd say try it if you're in SN and want to try it, but I was overall not a fan of the food or price. read more

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Wonderful flavors so fresh and delicious. I ordered the chicken shawarma wrap which is plenty for lunch. The chicken is so tender and perfectly crisp on the outside. Included in the wrap is labna, lettuce, pickles. No just any pickles but the best damn pickles around. The labna is super creamy and smooth and gives the wrap an incredible flavor. read more

Habibi Grill - Chicken shawarma wrap - Cafes Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I ordered to-go through Door Dash. I ordered the chicken shawarma wrap and the nutella cheesecake. It took forever for the food to be prepared. The wrap didn't taste like it had the garlic sauce or spices. It had some cold cream cheese type consistency in it. I had to warm it up to melt it abit. The wrap is large but not very much flavor. I ended up throwing away the nutella cheesecake after two tiny bites. It tasted weird. It also didn't look like the pictures. This is not worth the money. I was really hoping for a good shawarma wrap and this sadly didn't hit the spot. Disappointing because the picures looked so appetizing. read more

My friend and I decided to try this place and it was so good I had the chicken liver. The employee suggested it and it was very good!! The service and food was excellent!! Highly recommend. Parking isn't that great but it's worth it. read more

Habibi Grill - Chicken liver and rice - Cafes Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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This place is awesome. The people are super friendly. The owner always comes out and checks on everyone. Food is amazing. Space is awesome. Such a vibrant environment with plenty of seating. We always get the platters and they HIT. So tasteful. I loved this place. However, they recently went up on their prices and I'm pretty sure the latter sizes went down, not making it worth it anymore and we only go for the platter. I will say their special habibi smoothie is probably the greatest smoothie I've ever had in my life! Overall, I would recommend this place. 4.5/5 read more

Habibi Grill - Cafes Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

This was my first time trying Lebanese food and as a first-timer, the food was delicious! Habibi Grill is a self-serve restaurant, where you go to the cashier to order your food, grab your plates and utensils, and seat yourself. The staff will bring out your order and inform you to leave your plates at the table at the end of your stay so they can clean it up afterwards.  I like how they have combo platter options for large gatherings and for people who want to try a sample of their meats. I had the Combo Platter which has 1 skewer of chicken tawook, lamb kafta and chicken kafta, and beef shawarma over a bed of rice. Served with hummus, pita bread and house Lebanese salad on separate plates. Meant to serve 2-3 people. The platter was so big I had to take some of the food home and it lasted me 2 days. My mother and I hardly ate anything all day and spent most of the day outside walking/horseback riding, thinking the hunger we built up would be able to finish the platter. Nope! We were smitten with delicious food. The meat was so delicious and well-seasoned, the rice was tasty, even as a stand-alone. I really enjoyed the hummus and pita, and the salad, onions, and cabbage had a nice zesty flavor to compliment the meat. The staff were very nice and informative in navigating us how to order and assemble our table for the meal. The space has limited seating and parking so best to come here for an early lunch or dinner. Overall, the food is delicious. The staff are polite. The atmosphere is calm. Highly recommend this place! read more

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Got a few dishes to go, and liked them all. We got the beef shish kebabs, the meat was very tender. It came on a bed of yellow rice, onions, pickles and pickled radish? It came with a unique sauce that none of us liked, but the dish honestly didn't need any sauce. It tasted like a cashew queso? We also got the chicken tawook which was very good. Came with a yogurt sauce? My friend got a wrap and liked it and the Lebanese salad tasted fresh. They give a lot too! read more

Habibi Grill - My mix plate of the to go food lol - Cafes Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

While I love middle eastern food and have enjoyed it throughout the U.S., our meal at Habibis was underwhelming. First, the staff were great and restaurant clean and inviting. We ordered a large sampler and the only item I finished was the baba ganoush. Humus had a bitter taste, the falafels seemed under seasoned, pita was much thicker than traditionally served, green beans were overly sweet, and the grape leaves needed more lemon. All in all, I'd try it again. But this, our first trip, didn't fair well. read more

We visited Habibi Grill last evening as a group of six and none of us had been there before. It is spacious and there are two dining rooms to choose from. This is a counter order situation and you pick your own table, get your own silverware/napkins/water. The food comes out quickly and the service is friendly. The food was so delicious. I had the Shish tawook chicken entree with rice, pickled veggies, and garlic sauce, along with a lemon mint smoothie topped with whipped cream. The chicken didn't taste as smoky/charred as I had hoped but the flavors were wonderful and the dish still received a 5/5 from me. Others in our group had hummus, a lamb gyro, the lamb shank entree (this was the BEST), and a chicken tawook wrap with fries. Everything was tasty and it was a great experience overall. This is a great addition to the neighborhood. Will definitely be back. read more

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Leaving another review...Amazing food!!! Great portions. Very consistent and just great flavor. Everyone there is very kind as well. Plenty of seating for guests and very clean. Great spot for lunch or dinner or a date night or anything! The platters are worth it by the way. YUM!!! We recommend! read more

Habibi Grill - Cafes Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

My Order was $55 1) Falafel Wrap = $15. It was really good. $1 a bite so cherish it all 2) Fried Kibbeh = $13 for 3 pieces. one of the pieces I tried was still raw on the outside. I believe that this was not flattened all the way so there was a big chunk 3) Batata (Potato) Sub: $17. Expected it to be bigger for bread, some fries, coleslaw and ketchup. I haven't had this since Lebanon so it sort of tasted like home. Needed less ketchup because at times that's all i could taste. the Slaw could have been juicier. I had to add some mayo. Would have LOVED a sesame seed bun too 4. Kanafa: I was extremely shocked when I got the Kanafa. I liked that the syrup was separate. I believe it was like $8/9. It was from Lebon Sweets and prepacked. There was no effort of cooking/heating it up to at least make it look like it was theirs. it was just packaged again in their clear plastic containers and thrown in the bag. Anyway I went home and froze it to have another time. All in all I would go back to try other items if I was in the area again but I would want to try other Arabic places. read more

I loved this restaurant and will be back! I'm of Middle Eastern decent, so the food seemed authentic in taste and variety. The portions were large for the price. Water is free but they offer a variety of beverages, as well. Overall, it was a satisfying meal. Yum... the sweet potato fries, beef shwarma wrap, and fried pickles. We went at 5:30 pm for dinner, but just know, soon there after, the place filled up quickly ... that's a good sign though. You pick your table then order at the counter, so save your seat! Another upside - Loved the interior and there was a parking lot. read more

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I was so excited to try the new Lebanese joint in town! Lebanese is one of my top 5 favorite cuisines. A good shawarma, some picked veggies, fresh bread....dont even get me started or I'll just drool on my phone. We have some decent Mediterranean joints in town, but one that focuses specifically on Lebanese food?!? We were so excited to try the food - tempted by amazing reviews and the promise of succulent shawarma - that we even talked to them about catering our wedding before trying the food. I hate giving a new business a poor review, but I hate dry and under seasoned shawarma more.... The food: we got the largest sampler platter, the deluxe combo platter for $189.95. We had a large group (8) and figured we could try everything. PROS: Lots of food, so much food! Enough rice to last a week! Rice: pretty tasty! It was seasoned well. Chicken tawook: tender and charred in a nicely, seasoned pretty well but a bit of the dry side. Beef cubes: They were seasoned well and pretty juicy, most of us liked these. CONS: This is a self serve place so we never really had the chance to tell them what was wrong. Once we started eating and realized that some items were really not up to par we couldn't stop 8 people from eating..... No one stopped by to ensure our large party was satisfied. So many items were either meh, very dry, poorly seasoned or just not tasty. Chicken Kafta: on the dry side, the chicken was either poor quality or the kafta had too many other fillers making it not taste much like chicken. Lamb Kafta: we thought it was beef.... Even the lamb eaters didn't realize it was beef. Like the chicken kafta, it didn't taste like much and was pretty dry. Shrimp: not really seasoned or salted, but the real issue is that they tasted vaguely of a bleach bath. Lamb Chops: light lamb flavor but charred way too much. Unmemorable flavor and little spice Beef Shwarma: had potential but oh so dry! Maybe could have been good if we had this when it was freshly made? The pieces were stringy and dry Chicken Shwarma: there was no flavor- just a lack of basic salt, pepper etc. It was just dry and poorly seasoned chicken slivers Hummus: just gross, so oily and an egregious amount of tahini. Baba ganoush: this either came from a can or they make awful baba. Much too smoky, poor texture Pita: meh, this isn't fresh bread, not very fluffy Lebanese Salad: it's ok, not very flavorful and the herbs were not well cut - they were just stringy. While I do speak for myself in this review, unfortunately all 8 of us were just not satisfied with the quality and taste of the food. Improvements that can be made so the clientele has a better experience. read more

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Building is located on 4th street with a small parking lot, maybe 10-12 cars. There is street parking in front and around the area. The experience is different where you grab a menu and find an open seat. Once decided, you step to the cash register to order and they give you a table number. Food is delivered to your table not to mention it's quick service! Don't forget to purchase drinks at ordering (there is no alcohol). They do have water station + plates/utensils that is self served near the entrance. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Mango smoothie - refreshing natural flavor (not sugary) Fried mushroom - lightly seasoned unlike most fried mushrooms at establishments where it's overly salty Combo Platter (serves 2-3) - just WOW! First off, the portion is not for 2-3. This could be for 4-6!! Such a a large portion, at a reasonable price. Platter comes with a nice refreshing Lebanese salad, dressing is light. Hummus is NICELY seasoned. Good, natural hummus should NOT be overly salted. The proteins: Chicken Tawook, Lamb and Chicken Kafta, and Beef Shawarma were seasoned PERFECTLY! Often times meats can be overly seasoned with too much salt. This dish was not! Each meat tasted different in its own way, very flavorful. The meats paired well with the long grain rice and side sauces. Ask for the spicy sauce (wasn't too spicy) to dip the meat with. Definitely arrive hungry! read more

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I can't stress how good this meal was. Some of the best chicken I've EVER had combined with some seriously flavorful rice and pickled veggies?? Yes please! The portions of both the gyro and the shawarma were super generous and filed with authentic flavors. We also got the cauliflower, which was so tangy and delicious. The staff was some of the nicest around and the self service station with silverware and to-go boxes was very convenient. We got our food within minutes of ordering, too! Not to mention the interior was beautiful with greenery, Great Wall decor and lots of big screen tvs to enjoy. Don't hesitate to take your loved ones here for a night out!! read more

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Before even trying the food, this new Lebanese eatery in town has so many positives going for it: - Free street and lot parking - Black brick walls inside with bright bold splashes of color coming from the mural - Large windows facing 4th Street with a great view of urban life in Italian Village - Four TVs perfectly positioned, as to not distract from your visit or food (more on that below!) - Fast casual service was absolutely splendid; the lady running front of house with the head chef/owner Tarek we're both so pleasant - it's always a true joy to talk with owners and hear what their inspiration was for starting a new eatery! **Side note: It was a pleasure talking with Tarek and hearing about his home country of Lebanon - #5 on my bucket list, so I'm officially a fan of Habibi! Ordering is done at the front counter, food is brought to you. I tried the day's special: 6-hour roasted lamb shank with carrots, potatoes, and rice. The meat was fall off the bone tender. I'd easily give 10 stars if the dishes were roasted in traditional clay tagines, but Habibi has more Lebanese flare than Moroccan, so it's all good. Oh, and Habibi had homemade Tiramisu. If a place has tiramisu for dessert, damn straight Skippy I'm gonna give it a go. And? Five stars, hands down! An espresso flavor, but not overwhelming (yes Buca di Beppo, I'm looking at you: cut the rum, your tiramisu is basically a sponge-soaked rum fest that has no other flavors detectable; yuck). There's no need to say much more, other than GET HERE. NOW. You're missing out on a whole niche in Columbus' food scene. And your tastebuds are missing out of homemade FLAAAAAAAVOR! read more

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They do not have the allergens on the website as far as I am aware(if there is a way to see them, I apologize), but they were very understanding and accommodating of my peanut and seafood allergies, so don't be concerned as long as you let them know. For me, the food is good. Having not had this sort of food before, the restaurant did not dissuade me from eating more. Quite the opposite! I'm very interested in eating more Lebanese food now. I can't speak to authenticity, but I will say that everything felt cooked(nothing felt raw or undercooked), and the textures worked together and was very flavorful, but not so flavorful that it just felt overwhelming. I hope I remember this restaurant because I will go back and try more If I'm ever in town! read more

Yum! An impromptu visit resulted in a delicious lunch! First, the place has a great vibe: counter service with table delivery that also feels chic and vibrant. My partner and I got the chicken shawarma and fries to share. The shawarma was savory and well-seasoned, and the wrap was well-constructed and toasty. The menu also had lots of options, which we'd love to try in the future. read more

Habibi Grill - Chicken shawarma with fries - Cafes Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

What a great addition to this neighborhood, I love Lebanese food. The place is sooooo cute, and the workers are so friendly and helpful! I ordered some baba ganoush and subbed the bread for veggies. Disappointed to have to pay for the substitute, I hope they would consider making it an even trade for those of us who can't have gluten. But it was delicious. I can't remember what meat dish my brother ordered, but he loved it and there were plenty of leftovers. The prices are a bit steep, but we did get a lot of food, and the warmth of the atmosphere and employees makes up for it. read more

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Habibi grill is what Italian village needed! The space itself is big, and would be great for big groups. The service is speedy and easy to follow. You order at the counter and they bring your food to you. I ordered the shishkabab and it was great! The beef was flavorful and tender. It comes with a huge portion of rice. My boyfriend enjoyed the gyro. The meat was cooked with lots of flavor. The hummus portion was HUGE! My reason for one star off was the pita. I was pretty disappointed when the pita came out cold and tasted stale. It honestly tasted like store bought pre made pita:( I would've loved a thick warm fresh pita instead. That being said, I don't think I would order the hummus again. Otherwise, I will be ordering takeout soon! Their menu is huge. read more

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My husband and I stopped by for lunch on a Sunday afternoon. Habibi's didn't disappoint. Everything was really delicious and well prepared. We had hummus as an appetizer. My husband had the beef kebab and I had beef shawarma...it was all so beautifully seasoned and well prepared. The beef in both of our dishes was tender and juicy. The shawarma was beautifully seasoned. We are so excited that Habibi's is here!! We will be back!!! read more

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I happened to see a friend post food from here on their Instagram story and it looked so good I knew I had to try as soon as possible. Turns out they just opened a few days ago! I can't believe they just opened, because the quality of service and food was that great. Immediately upon entering, an employee greeted us with a smile and explained how to order. The employees bring the food to you, but you order and pay at the register beforehand. You can sit wherever you want - inside or outside, lots of space in either - and take a "number" so they know where the food goes. They have several hot and cold drink options (which I will definitely try next time) but if you want water, they have a neat station with water, cups, and coffee supplies (creamer, etc.) to serve yourself water and treat your coffee however you prefer. The employee at the register was also very friendly. I didn't get pictures of all the decor, but I loved the atmosphere and red and black theme. The food was out pretty quickly! It looks, smells, and tastes so delicious. The plating looks just like their website pictures. I don't know if I've ever had food so light yet so flavorful. My partner usually eats very quickly and is still hungry after, but he savored his roasted lamb and was full before finishing. We were happy to take home leftovers to eat later. The chicken shawarma isn't the best I've ever had, but still good and I look forward to trying other dishes. The meat is perfectly tender and there are quite a few vegetarian options as well. There is plenty of free street parking as well as a small gravel lot right next to the outdoor seating. A great addition to the Columbus food scene that I highly recommend! read more

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Really is worth all the hype. Habibi exceeded my expectations by far, first few times I visited we were unable to grab a seat due to the business. However, I can see why now. The best chicken shwarma I've ever had. This casual / seat yourself style joint had a homey feel to it. Large portions, terrific service , and savory flavors make Habibi your newest craving! read more

Honestly - this place is my favorite mediterranean food spot! the food is always so fresh and flavorful! We always get the platters but it comes with tons of meat and they bring it out so nicely. the tabbouleh is nice lemony and fresh. hummus is amazing as well as the baba ghanosh! They are reasonably priced compared to other spots in Columbus that serve similar food. so love the self serve - you grab your own utensils, plates, water etc. It just makes it easier I prefer and don't have to wait on staff to bring it to you. they have lots of ample seating as well! parking is in a lot next door but this place is busy - so gotta street park when the lot gets full. Love this place, will keep coming back! read more

Habibi Grill - Cafes Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

This place is cool. It has some wall art and a laid-back vibe. Check it out if you are in the area or enjoy lebanese food. It follows a self-service model- you order your food at the register, get your cups and fill up your drinks. The food comes out fast and tastes delicious. I got the beef shawarma and my mom and sister split a chicken shawarma, the table also split a small hummus. The seasonings on the rice and beef were flavorful, and the pita bread and hummus were great. If you have ever eaten at Olive and Lime Cafe, this place is similar. Meals cost the price of two meals and also have the amount of food in two meals, so I'd recommend splitting a meal if you aren't hungry. read more

Wow. The food here was great, we cannot wait to come back. We had to be wheeled to our vehicle we ate so much. read more

Habibi Grill - Combo Platter - Cafes Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

A new Columbus favorite! The baba, chicken Kefta sandwich and the lamb shwarma were incredible. So full of flavor and quality ingredients! The service was great and the restaurant is so nice, and easy take to go across to the brewery, since they don't serve alcohol. Would recommend trying their hot sauce, it was so delicious on the sandwich! Really great place, excited to make it our go to. read more

Delicious food and great service The best Lebanese food in ohio Full with favors and juicy meat! read more

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My friend and I have been there twice and we have no complaints! It's really good and the staff is nice. The meat is tender, food taste greats! Definitely recommend everyone to try Habibi grill. read more

Habibi Grill - Combo Platter (serves 2-3) - Cafes Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Lamb chops were excellent- cooked to order. Staff very friendly, easy parking in lot. Sat outside on a beautiful day

Really good food! The lamb was seasoned wonderfully. It's pricey, but worth it. Great appetizers, too! read more

We were searching for restaurants close to Grant Medical Center and came across Habibi Grill on Yelp. We were really expecting fast food quality okay kind of food but were happily surprised to hear served the best meal. This lamb shank is absolutely incredible!! Everything was cooked to perfection and so flavorful. Not a thing I would change and would totally order everything the same. The restaurant is nice and clean and the staff super friendly. read more

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Tried Habibi for the first time over the weekend. Great place and within walking to distance to me. While I thought the food was tasty, the value wasn't all that great. Like others have commented, it is relatively expensive when you're just looking to grab a meal for yourself. The combo deals for groups seem to be a little more value. While the food looks great and photographs well, the majority of your meal is rice it feels like. Would have loved a little more protein for the cost. We also ordered online and picked it up and even condiments (like ketchup) were an upcharge. Definitely not a place you will go frequently, but rather a place you may go to once a month if you're craving it. read more

Food was great and fresh. Service is also great and very friendly staff. Very nice decorated place and clean. Family and kid friendly. Fast service and very attentive staff. read more