Bismarck Local Faves Mission, Stop #1 ยท By Lexie Undem
Is Habibi Bowl & Gyro in Bismarck worth it? Yes. Habibi Bowl & Gyro is a halal, family friendly Mediterranean spot in Bismarck, ND, at 625 S Washington St, Suite C. Order the Gyro & Chicken Over Rice ($16.99) with every house-made sauce on the side. Do not skip the Habibi sauce. Bowls run about $15 to $17 and kids’ meals are $7.99. It’s one of my top picks for lunch in Bismarck.
At a glance
- Best for: Solo lunch, quick family dinner, takeout, catering
- Must order: Gyro & Chicken Over Rice, falafel with Habibi sauce, Pocket Shawarma
- Price range: $5 to $17 per item
- Kid friendly: Yes, with a kids’ menu
- Halal: Yes
- Hours: Open every day, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Location: South Washington Street, same strip as Runnings
New to Bismarck, Hungry for Everything
We moved to Bismarck from Dickinson this summer, and I made myself a very official, very delicious promise. I’m going to try every local fave this town has to offer. Dickinson is a food truck town through and through. Having this many sit-down spots feels like someone handed me the keys to a brand new city.
If you’ve been Googling “best places to eat in Bismarck ND” right alongside me, welcome to the Bismarck Local Faves mission. Every stop gets an honest review, what to order, real prices and whether my family gives it the thumbs up.
My TikTok had been relentlessly serving me gyro videos. So when I heard about Habibi Bowl & Gyro in Bismarck, I knew exactly where my next solo lunch was going.
This post is a paid partnership with Habibi Bowl & Gyro. As always, every opinion here is my own.
Where Is Habibi Bowl & Gyro in Bismarck?
Habibi Bowl & Gyro sits at 625 S Washington St, Suite C, in the same strip as Runnings. If you know where Runnings is, you know where Habibi is. Easy parking, easy in and out, which matters a lot when you’re wrangling kids or squeezing lunch into a workday.
Inside, the space is bright and clean. There’s a little red booth by the window, and that’s exactly where I parked myself with my tray.
The story behind it is a good one. According to a KFYR feature from their opening, the owner moved to Bismarck from London to open a restaurant. He brought a chef, plus his sauce and spice recipes, with him. You can taste that care in everything they make.
What to Order at Habibi Bowl & Gyro (Straight From the Owner)
Since it was my first time, I did what I always tell you to do at a new spot: I asked the owner what to get.
He didn’t hesitate. “My favorite is the gyro and chicken over rice. That’s almost everyone’s favorite.” So that’s what I got, along with a falafel appetizer and a shawarma to try later.
Watching him build the bowl was half the fun. Fresh, well-marinated chicken and gyro meat (which is lamb) go over rice. Then you pick your toppings: lettuce, cucumber, onion, tomatoes, radish, green olives, hummus and a pickled cabbage that I am now completely, unapologetically obsessed with. I said yes to almost everything.
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The House-Made Sauces Are the Real Reason to Go
If you only remember one thing from this post, make it this: at Habibi, the sauces are the star. They make every single one in house.
- Tzatziki: cool and creamy
- House garlic sauce: exactly as garlicky as you’re hoping
- Mild chili sauce: and I mean mild. Even if you’re spice-averse, you can handle this one.
- Mint sauce: made with cilantro “and something secret.” I could literally drink a whole bottle of it.
Then there’s the Habibi sauce, which is all of their signature sauces mixed together. They make it for the falafel, and it’s nonnegotiable.
My pro tip: Ask for everything on the side so you can taste each one on its own first. I tried my bowl plain, then with sauce. The sauce takes it from good to “why haven’t I been coming here every week.”
My Honest Review of Every Dish I Tried
Gyro & Chicken Over Rice ($16.99)
Big portion, tender meat, crisp veggies. I liked both meats, but the lamb has the best seasoning. This is the bowl I’d send any first-timer for. In my book, it’s a top contender for the best gyro in Bismarck.
Falafel, 4 Pieces ($5.99)
Crispy on the outside, soft and green inside, and light enough that it doesn’t sit heavy. Dip it in the Habibi sauce. Trust me.
Gyro & Chicken Shawarma ($15.99)
On Habibi’s menu, the shawarma is the wrapped sandwich version. I had to ask how to eat it without wearing it (open the top and keep it wrapped). I got everything on it. My exact words on camera were “that is so bomb,” and I stand by them wholeheartedly. Generous portions and great pricing for what you get. Literally my favorite thing. SO GOOD!!
Is Habibi Bowl & Gyro Kid Friendly? We Brought the Whole Crew
The solo lunch was so good that I brought Shane and the kids back less than two weeks later. This time we went straight for the new menu items:
- Habibi Sliders: the signature sliders and the first thing we tore into
- Pocket Shawarma: gyro meat and chicken tucked into a pocket. This was my favorite of the new items.
- Loaded Fries: fries piled high with meat and sauce, plus a little spice on top. I needed a drink, and it was worth it.
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The verdict? Carolynn gave a full thumbs up and Shane said “it’s really good” between bites. Camden happily worked through the nuggets and fries from the kids’ menu. That’s an official Undem family approval, which in our house is not handed out lightly.
Hunting for kid friendly restaurants in Bismarck that the grown-ups will love too? Put this one on the list.
Habibi Bowl & Gyro Menu and Prices
Here’s the quick version so you can budget before you go. Bowls run $14.99 to $16.99 and shawarma sandwiches are $13.99 to $15.99. Appetizers start at $4.99 and kids’ meals are $7.99. For the new sliders, Pocket Shawarma and Loaded Fries, ask at the counter.
Prices are from the in-store menu when we visited in October 2026 and may change.
Good to Know Before You Go
- Address: 625 S Washington St, Suite C, Bismarck, ND (next to Runnings)
- Phone: (701) 751-0837
- Website: habibibowl.us
- Hours: Open every day, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Ways to order: Dine in, takeout, catering, online ordering, DoorDash and Uber Eats
- Halal certified: Yes
- Kid friendly: Yes, with a kids’ menu and plenty of mild options
- Vegetarian options: Falafel over rice, falafel sandwich, lentil soup
Habibi Bowl & Gyro FAQ
Where is Habibi Bowl & Gyro in Bismarck, ND?
Habibi Bowl & Gyro is at 625 S Washington St, Suite C, in Bismarck, North Dakota, in the same strip as Runnings.
What is the best thing to order at Habibi Bowl & Gyro?
The Gyro & Chicken Over Rice ($16.99) is the owner’s favorite and mine. Get every house-made sauce on the side and add the Habibi sauce.
Is Habibi Bowl & Gyro halal?
Yes, Habibi Bowl & Gyro in Bismarck is halal certified.
Is Habibi Bowl & Gyro good for kids?
Yes. The kids’ menu has nuggets and fries or wings and fries for $7.99. The house chili sauce is also very mild.
Does Habibi Bowl & Gyro have vegetarian options?
Yes. The falafel over rice, falafel sandwich and lentil soup are all meat-free.
Does Habibi Bowl & Gyro deliver in Bismarck?
Yes. You can order through DoorDash and Uber Eats, order on their website for takeout or book them for catering.
How much does a meal at Habibi Bowl & Gyro cost?
Bowls are $14.99 to $16.99, shawarma sandwiches are $13.99 to $15.99, appetizers start at $4.99 and kids’ meals are $7.99.
What are Habibi Bowl & Gyro’s hours?
Habibi Bowl & Gyro is open every day of the week from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., which makes it an easy pick for an early lunch or a late dinner in Bismarck.
The Verdict: One of the Best Places to Eat in Bismarck for Gyros
Habibi Bowl & Gyro is officially on my Bismarck local faves list. It’s also the first place I’ve gone back to with the whole family. Order the Gyro & Chicken Shawarma (it’s my fave!!), get every sauce on the side and do not skip the Habibi sauce.
More Bismarck Local Faves: coming soon!!
Where should I go next? Drop your favorite Bismarck spot in the comments, because I’m taking requests for the next stop on the local fave mission.
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