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About HABIBIZ

Habibiz is Winnipeg's premier authentic Middle Eastern restaurant and hookah lounge. There are 2 locations. One near Polo Park, and the other in The Exchange. The cafe is a vibrant, culturally immersive destination known for its rich Palestinian and Arabic cuisine, welcoming atmosphere, and the unique distinction of being Winnipeg's only alcohol-free hookah lounge.

Owned and operated by Canadian-Palestinian brothers Ali Zeid and Sammy Zeid, Habibiz Cafe was born from a desire to celebrate their Palestinian roots. The brothers opened their first cafe at 1373 Portage Ave, creating a space that combines their culture and heritage with modern Canadian life. "What happens at Habibiz Cafe today, I did not envision this," Ali has reflected. "It came with our modern life living here in Canada with our culture, our roots — we combined it."

The culinary experience centres on Winnipeg's most celebrated shawarma — including the viral crispy chicken shawarma and succulent lamb shawarma wraps — alongside handmade falafel, creamy homemade hummus, fresh tabbouleh, sambusa, kebabs, rice plates, and a full selection of hookah flavours paired with Arabic coffee and sage tea. Every dish is 100% Halal-certified.

Discount Offered

  • 50% off between 2-5 pm

Restrictions

  • 20% pre-discount gratuity will be applied to bill

  • Cannot be combined with other specials or discounts

Meet The Owners: Ali & Sammy Zeid

LOCATED AT 1373 PORTAGE AVE, WINNIPEG, MB
AND 225 MCDERMOT AVE, WINNIPEG, MB

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