Resto Review: Chubby Habbi's Mediterranean Grill

Location: Unit C 10276 Ruby Street, Los Banos Subdivision [view map]
Price range: Php80-150
Store hours: 11AM-9:30PM Mondays-Saturdays; 4PM-9:30PM Sundays
Specialty: kebab, lamb shawarma
Rating: 4/5

Chubby Habbi's Mediterranean Grill

Located near the Raymundo Gate in UPLB is Chubby Habbi's Mediterranean Grill. It's a small restaurant with both indoor and al fresco dining area right in the middle of one of the university's busiest commercial and residential area.

Chubby Habbi's serves Mediterranean dishes such as shawarma plates, chicken biryani, lamb kebab, Greek salad, eggplant pizza, baba ghanoush and more. Aside from the taste that's close to genuine, Chubby Habbis' servings are generous that one can't dine-in and leave the store still hungry.

Chicken + biryani rice meal

Because the store is small, only a few people can dine in at a time. One advantage of it, however, is that the crew can serve better. Each meat order is cooked/grilled so that it stays fresh.

Chubby Habbi's wall

My personal favorite from this restaurant is their lamb shawarma. It is so huge that I always eat it on a plate with a fork and knife. The pita bread doubles up the weight of the entire serving, and the very generous serving of the chopped lamb adds up to the tangy, Turkish flavor that's not so common in town.

When I'm on a light meal, I always ask for hummus or baba ghanoush. It's only Php50-60 with pita bread, perfect for any vegetarian who's on a budget.

Chubby Habbi's hummus

Chubby Habbi's is a small wonder and it's one of the reasons to enjoy Los Banos!

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When in Los Banos

Driving at night in UPLB

There are countless reasons why one should enjoy Los Banos. It's suffice to say that one day is not enough to really savor what this town has to offer.

There is an overwhelming list of must-try places in Elbi, as the town is fondly called. The town, located at the foot of Maria Makiling, continues to amaze its visitors (and even its residents) with its scenic views, sumptuous food, good climate, and charisma that leave its first-time visitors wanting to come back.

Los Banos is a fusion of rural and urban living. It houses several international and local institutions for agriculture and environmental sciences. It can be both a busy and laid-back place. At night, a street going to University of the Philippines Los Banos becomes a haven for students, musicians, photo enthusiasts, and just anyone who wants to unwind.

There are small businesses in Los Banos that get consumers raving about them. There are places left unnoticed and remain Elbi's best-kept secrets. There are reasons why many people call this town home, no matter where they are. The list can be overwhelming so just come and enjoy Los Banos!