Disappointing Experience at Yalla Habibi: Lack of Authenticity and Freshness Issues My recent experience at Yalla Habibi, an Arabian restaurant, left me deeply disappointed. Despite the restaurant's claims of offering authentic Arabian cuisine, the food I received fell short in terms of taste, authenticity, and freshness. To start, the shawarma, which is a popular Arabian dish, was a mess. The chicken had an unpleasant taste and lacked freshness, which greatly affected the overall flavor. The essence of a well-prepared shawarma, with its tender and flavorful meat, was completely absent in my order. Additionally, the falafel I tried was equally disappointing. Instead of the traditional crispy exterior and moist interior, it tasted like generic falafel bites sold in front of wine stores. The lack of proper seasoning and preparation was evident, further diminishing the enjoyment of the dish. Furthermore, the hummus, a staple in Arabian cuisine, was a letdown. Authentic hummus should have a creamy texture and a balanced blend of flavors, often accompanied by a drizzle of olive oil. However, the hummus at Yalla Habibi lacked taste and completely missed the authentic touch of olive oil. It failed to deliver the expected flavors that make hummus a beloved dish. Lastly, even the roti provided did not meet expectations. It appeared stale and lacked the freshness that is crucial for an enjoyable dining experience. This raised concerns about the overall quality control and attention to detail in the food preparation process. I am truly surprised by the positive reviews I had seen on Google, as my personal experience was far from satisfactory. It is essential for Yalla Habibi to ensure that their dishes meet the promised authenticity and deliver on taste and freshness. If you do choose to dine at Yalla Habibi, I would advise approaching it with caution. It might be worth exploring other dishes on the menu or communicating your expectations and concerns directly with the management to avoid disappointment. In conclusion, my experience at Yalla Habibi was marred by a lack of authenticity, freshness issues, and disappointing flavors. I hope that the restaurant takes customer feedback seriously and makes the necessary improvements to provide a truly enjoyable Arabian dining experience to its patrons.

The food is too damn good that my mind is not working to explain... How good it is. It's my third time I've ordered from them and the pictures are from my second order. Couldn’t take the third times pictures as me and my husband were too hungry! We just finished and Alhamdulillah had a great dinner. Best wishes for Yalla Habibi💕 Once we will go back to Bangladesh, you will be surely missed. 🥲

The best Arabic food I've had in SL. This place does an authentic shawarma right! We've ordered so many times it's so good. The beef is amazingly charred, smokey and so succulent and the shawarma just shines without any of the unnecessary fillers other places use. Just well done beef, soft saj bread and insanely good harissa sauce. You have to eat here!

The portion sizes are amazing for the price point! Tried three of their wraps, all had distinct and unique flavours, and their Lebanese rice was very good in terms of flavour and portion too. The hummus is a must order - a classic dish that cannot be missed!

This is a lovely little restaurant (three tables only) with fantastic food! I had the beef shawarma, falafel and some pickles. It was all fresh and very tasty. The staff were friendly and the food arrived quickly. I wish I could eat more, but maybe tomorrow, for now I’m happily satisfied!

Superb food. It's mostly shawarmas and kebabs. Spicy eaters should definitely try the Seylani shawarma and would recommend Moh-Sala chicken shawarma for the non-spicy eaters. Would recommend their shawarmas over kebabs. The taste was on point. Also tried out their Falafel and it was quite good too. Love their garlic sauce. Their hummus was okay too. They've recently opened for dine-in, and the place is not spacious. Can accommodate 3 couples only and the chairs aren't comfortable too. No parking space available, you'll have to find a space to park within the lane. The area is quite dark and is not usually visible from too far. Nevertheless rating 5 stars for a clean kitchen, friendly staff and specially for the irresistable shawarmas.

Just had the most amazing beef seylani shawarma! The beef was tender and juicy, and the spices were perfectly balanced. Each bite was delicious! Highly recommend trying it out! 🤤

I have been ordering from here for a while and they never disappoint. Have maintained their quality and their portion sizes are really good. Their recent addition, the Tandoori wrap is my favourite and is a must try for everyone. Overall, Yalla Habibi serves the best Arabian food in Sri Lanka.

I'd ordered for Mo Salah's chicken Shawaram & Kofta kebab wrap which were perfectly seasoned and packed with tender, succulent meat. The combination of flavours from juicy meat, fresh veggies, and creamy sauce were a true delight for the taste buds. Yalla Habibi's service was prompt! Highly recommended for any shawarma lover out there.

The food was great. Had the perfect amount of spice and the flavors were quite strong. Loved it. Do check them out if in cmb.