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    Habibi Time

    4.5 (249 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    HABIBI TIME ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Cecilia L.

    I got the crispy shawarma and loved how crispy they were but kinda had a burnt taste to it. I tried both the beef and chicken one, the meat was nice and tender but do think it lacked some flavor. The sauces on the side gave it some extra flavor.

    Loaded Fries
    Melanie B.

    Came here after a beach day and decided to try the Loaded Fries. Absolutely loved them and would definitely come back to try more of the menu! The portion was huge, so perfect for sharing or saving the rest for later lol. I also appreciated that they brought it out in half the expected wait time. Overall, super fast and super good!

    Chicken Shawerma Wrap
    Mandro E.

    I sometimes get lunch here during workdays. It's just a few minutes away from the office. Staff and owner are friendly and food is good. Chicken was a bit dry today, but happy I asked for easy garlic sauce, much better and lighter on the garlic. Overall quick and easy.

    Chicken Shawerma Wrap
    Zeeshan Q.

    Really excited to try this new shawarma restaurant, and so we got some delivered. Right away I was disappointed by the small size (noticeably smaller than other shawarma places I've been). I'm sorry, but even the good flavor/seasoning and juicy meats can't save it from this criticism. This might be a one and done for me.

    Chicken Shawerma Wrap Fries
    Sarai M.

    food was great was expecting something else inside of the chicken schw. wrap but it still tasted good the fries were also good if you want a quick good bite I would recc. it service was cool and the ambiance was also chill

    Loaded fries
    Joey H.

    Habibi Time was a great find, especially as a new Mediterranean spot ~ the beef, chicken shawarma and loaded fries were all very flavorful and delicious. The food felt fresh and well-prepared across the board. The service was very good, with the staff checking on us often and making us feel well taken care of.

    Chicken Shawerma Plate
    Mohammad H.

    The shawarma was 8/10 the sauce it came with was delicious definitely the highlight of the meal. Also delicious fries and pickles. One thing that I really didn't like was the hummus. Tastes very tart and just lacked flavor. Would give it a 1/10 didn't end up eating it. Besides that will definitely stop back for some shawarma.

    Spicy Habibi Bites
    Czarina D.

    Yum! I'm so impressed Tried the Spicy Habibi Bites and Beef Shawarma Plate. So tasty! Their meats are seasoned to perfection. The Spicy Habibi Bites were soooo delicious and had so much flavor! The way they get crispy on all sides of the pita is insanely good. Great texture and great taste! The Beef Shawarma was also good (just not as memorable as the bites). The beef itself was flavorful and juicy. Addicting! I also found their hummus to be super unique! It was creamier and fluffier and smoother than most hummuses I've had. Loved all the sauces on the side too. Will definitely eat here again!

    Chicken Shawarma Wrap
    Daph H.

    Saw the great reviews and decided to place a takeout order online at Habibi Time. It's located in a mini mall in Newport Beach, not far from the Irvine border. The chicken shawarma was flavorful and moist. I ordered the chicken shawarma wrap ($13.99) with lettuce, garlic sauce and pickles, which was a little on the small side. My husband got the chicken shawarma plate ($18.99), which came with a generous portion of chicken, basmati rice, hummus, salad and pita. There was so much food that he shared it with me, and we were both full. If you have a big appetite, the plate is the way to go! Service was very friendly!

    Chicken Shawerma Plate sub salad for Hummus
    Tina H.

    Amazing. Great customer service. Order at the court and go kinda joint. There are seats in side but only 7 tables and a counter top seating. Food was great. The rice is really good too. It's more Persian rice style.

    Beef Shawarma Plate
    America L.

    Hello yelpers!! This came up in my socials due to the fact that we've been talking about Mediterranean food often, recently . Service is very friendly and welcoming . Ambiance .... It was a bit loud in there but the indoor dining space isn't that big , to be fair . I ordered the half and half plate with beef and chicken , my bf order the beef . The chicken was seasoned well as was the beef . I enjoyed the rice, salad (could've used a squirt of citrus ) , hummus , tahini and garlic paste :) . Overall I enjoyed everything. Great portions as well :) Will be coming back for a take on the falafels and tabbouleh salad .

    Family Platter 4-5 people
    Rony Q.

    My group came late on a Saturday and we ordered the small family platter to share between the five of us and the food came out really quick. There was a lot of food and they even gave us free fries in the house! We ended up eating everything except for a bit of rice, salad, and hummus. It was definitely worth the price and will definitely be back again!

    Chicken Shawarma Wrap
    Amy B.

    The quality of the chicken in the chicken shawarma wrap was outstanding. In fact, the chicken shawarma wrap was mostly very tasty and wholesome. However, as I am very conscious of what I eat, this establishment doesn't really compare to the superfood-dense offerings at Dizzy Bird (Irvine Spectrum) and I will go to Dizzy Bird over Habibi Time every time I have the option. I also don't eat fries so a lot of the menu items don't work for me. But the location is nice with ample parking and the staff is nice and hardworking with a smile. The ambiance is a bit generic but clean.

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    Tastes ok but Overpriced for small majorly underwhelming portion sizes. At least that's how I felt about the wrap.

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    Omg I can't describe how good these guys are the food is always fresh of the spit and delicious please go support them and try there food

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    Ask the Community - Habibi Time

    Hello, is the chicken machine or hand slaughtered?

    I don't think they slaughter the chicken at this location.

    Is this a fully halal menu or only certain items?

    It is fully Halal :)

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    Bei Restaurant

    Bei Restaurant

    4.6(322 reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Private events

    The food is amazing and the service is great. My wife asked about a drink that wasn't on the menu…read moreand they didn't have it but our server mixed it up for her. Lebanese style falafels are the best and this place nails it. I commented to my wife how beautiful the chicken had come out, the colors, little black charred corners and edges from the fire, golden reflection on the glaze. It is not cheap but worth every penny. Our server was great and we can't wait to go back. The place is so unassuming from the outside and beautiful on the inside.

    This is a cozy and chic restaurant! Parking is a bit limited on the lot but you can park on the…read morestreet. The staff is friendly and interior is beautifully decorated. Started with a pomegranate margarita to drink. For entrees we got mixed shawarma and kofta kebab. Finished the meal with knafe. Pomegranate Margarita- The base is strong with a refreshing pomegranate flavor. It has just the right amount of sweetness with a hint of tartness. Mixed Shawarma- It comes with chicken and beef shawarma. Both are tender and flavorful. It comes with warm pita bread, fattoush salad, and garlic and tahini sauce. The salad offers a freshness that complements the rest of the items. The sauces are perfect on the meat. Kofta Kebab- You get ground beef kebab that is seasoned and cooked to perfection. Pairs well with basmati rice and fattoush salad. You get a tasty yoghurt sauce that ties the flavors together. Knefe- This is a delicious dessert that comes with gooey cheese on a shredded phyllo base that is nice and crunchy. Finished with a sweet honey and rosewater syrup and a sprinkle of crushes pistachios. Great experience overall!

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    The Chicken Shop

    4.7(553 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$

    If you're anywhere near The Chicken Shop, do yourself a favor and stop in -- this place is…read moresomething special. First off, the people. I genuinely don't think it's possible to find a friendlier, more welcoming staff. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with real smiles, real gratitude, and a level of care that's honestly rare these days. You can tell they take pride not just in their food, but in every single customer experience. Now here's what really sealed the deal for me. Not too long ago, I placed a to-go order for their half chicken with sides, but when I got home, it turned out to be one of their chicken wraps instead. And to be completely honest -- not even mad. Everything on their menu is so good that it was more of a surprise than a disappointment. Next time I came in, I casually mentioned it to Fred (the owner) while placing my order -- no complaints, no frustration, just a quick heads up. He immediately apologized, which honestly wasn't even necessary. Stuff happens, and when the food is that consistently good, it's hard to care. But here's the part that really speaks volumes: when I went to pay, Fred wouldn't let me. Insisted the meal was on the house. No hesitation. No questions. Just genuine ownership and appreciation. That kind of integrity and customer care is hard to come by. At the end of the day, this is a 5-star establishment with 10-star people behind it. The food is consistently incredible, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the experience is one you'll want to come back to again and again. I'll absolutely be returning -- not just because I know the food will hit every time, but because I know the experience will exceed expectations every single visit.

    Ordered the OG Wrap and it was immensely dry. I sad I paid $16 for an underwhelming wrap because it…read morebarely had any toum and it also had no pickles inside. So ..... I was just eating fries and dry chicken. Don't know if I'd come here again. Service was whatever.

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    The Chicken Shop - OG Wrap: chicken, homemade pickles, fries, garlic toum wrapped & pressed in Za'atar oil w/side of chili garlic sauce | $14.95

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    OG Wrap: chicken, homemade pickles, fries, garlic toum wrapped & pressed in Za'atar oil w/side of chili garlic sauce | $14.95

    House of Cedar - Lebanese Restaurant - Stickers for to-go orders

    House of Cedar - Lebanese Restaurant

    4.5(66 reviews)
    2.3 mi

    Interesting their name has "Restaurant" but it's more of a to-go shop than a dine-in place…read more Picking up my food was an interesting experience. No one at the counter. Turns out multiple food shops occupy this location. You'll have to ring the Ring doorbell of the shop you ordered from. Likes: + Yummy food. I liked the variety of flavors and textures in my order. + Pleasant, modern ambience. . The shop will seem like it's in the middle of nowhere, but rest assured, your food is at Ste F. Non-likes: - Somewhat expensive. I don't think the cup of simple-looking lentil soup was worth $6. - Very limited seating. - Inconveniently located in the middle of nowhere. I had: $6 Crushed lentil cup + $19.55 Kafta plate + tax - 1-time ChowNow discount = 24.77

    I absolutely love Lebanese food even more so than my native Persian cuisine, so when I heard about…read morean authentic Lebanese spot in Irvine, I knew I had to give it a try. Before you visit, keep these things in mind: 1. This is a ghost kitchen, not a full-service restaurant. It's best for takeout and delivery. There are only a few chairs outside--just four in total. 2. Ordering is entirely self-service via a digital kiosk, with no staff on hand to assist you. 3. There are no bathrooms available anywhere on-site. Regarding the food, it was just okay-- a bit underwhelming, especially given that Lebanese cuisine is typically so flavorful. The chicken was dry, the hummus lacked depth, and the rice was bland. That said, the fattoush salad, one of my favorites, was very good, with a delicious dressing. Overall, I can't say I'd return. The prices were quite high for the portions, and the quality didn't meet my expectations. If you're looking for a quick Lebanese meal, this place is a decent option, but don't expect much more than that.

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    Habibi Time - mediterranean - Updated May 2026

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