Cafe Habibi
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Cafe Habibi — under-the-radar middle eastern in Portage Park. Kidus Tibebu: "The chicken was perfectly seasoned, tender, and cooked just right"
Experience Breakdown
Kidus Tibebu
2 reviews
“Definitely one of the best shawarma plates I’ve had in Chicago I’ll 100% be coming back”
Highlights
What Diners Are Saying
Diners loved
We had the chicken shawarma plate, beef shawarma plate and hummus. All were delicious.
Thank you Sana & Fátima,the food was delicious and your service outstanding!I enjoyed every bite I took from your delicious food.Falafel, chicken shawarm wrap and lentil soup were delicious.
Delicious food. Great service. Awesome people that work there. What else can u ask for??
Wonderful food, amazing humble owners. From food to dessert 😋 10/10 I definitely need to go back and try their drinks.
Some noted
Food is old lots of rats around parking . Beware. Calling health services right now.
Location
5445 W Diversey Ave #1413, Chicago, IL 60639
What 25+ diners say about Cafe Habibi
“Delicious food. Great service. Awesome people that work there. What else can u ask for??? Will def...”
Delicious food. Great service. Awesome people that work there. What else can u ask for??? Will def be coming back here more often ❤️ 10/10
Fernanda Larraga
Jan 2026
“Wonderful food, amazing humble owners.”
Wonderful food, amazing humble owners. From food to dessert 😋 10/10 I definitely need to go back and try their drinks! If you’re looking for a cozy spot, this is the one! Give it a try, I promise you’ll keep returning!
Odalys Mercado
Jan 2026
“We had the chicken shawarma plate, beef shawarma plate and hummus.”
We had the chicken shawarma plate, beef shawarma plate and hummus. All were delicious! A great new spot with a very friendly owner and wonderful servers. Will definitely be back!
Stella Pyterek
Feb 2026
“Thank you Sana & Fátima,the food was delicious and your service outstanding!I enjoyed every bite I...”
Thank you Sana & Fátima,the food was delicious and your service outstanding!I enjoyed every bite I took from your delicious food.Falafel, chicken shawarm wrap and lentil soup were delicious. Oh and I had dessert I forgot what is called but it was delicious.lol
Marisol santana
Jan 2026
“This was our first visit to the restaurant, and we were pleasantly surprised by the family...”
This was our first visit to the restaurant, and we were pleasantly surprised by the family atmosphere and the wonderful hospitality extended to us by the owners. We felt completely at home, enjoying authentic Iraqi home-style cooking at its finest, with delicious food, a comfortable setting, and exceptional service. We had a wonderful time and will definitely visit again.
Warqaa Naser
Jan 2026
“Absolutely amazing Chicken Shawarma Plate.”
Absolutely amazing Chicken Shawarma Plate! The chicken was perfectly seasoned, tender, and cooked just right. The flavors were rich and authentic, and every bite was satisfying. The portions were good, the sides were fresh, and everything came together so well. You can really tell they put care into their food. Definitely one of the best shawarma plates I’ve had in Chicago I’ll 100% be coming back!
Kidus Tibebu
Jan 2026
“10/10 so glad this is in the neighborhood.”
F hindi
Jan 2026
“This place is such a good new neighborhood spot.”
This place is such a good new neighborhood spot! Grabbed lunch here the other day service and food were top tier. Definitely coming back!
Jaime Ruiz
Jan 2026
“Love cafe habibi.”
Love cafe habibi! Just ordered take out and got so much food for the price, everything was delicious, will come back again.
Kismet Lew
Jan 2026
“Delicious Iraqi cuisine.”
Delicious Iraqi cuisine. Service is professional and friendly. Prices are reasonable.
Najwa Klostermann
Dec 2025
“I went to their grand opening last night and it was an amazing experience.”
I went to their grand opening last night and it was an amazing experience. Great atmosphere, great food, and great staff. All so kind and helpful! And the live performance was super fun!
Michael Vazquez
Dec 2025
“I want to go here.”
Kide life gameing morales
Aug 2018
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