Habibi Miami, the lush waterfront French Moroccan supper club helmed by Bib Gourmand-Winning Doya Alum, Executive Chef Wladimir Arévalo, opened its doors Thursday, October 10. Hospitality big Roman Jones has tapped Ikam Rebaia to create a destination that evokes a royal escape to French Morocco while drawing on delicious dishes, cocktails, and an enchanting nighttime scene.
Inhabiting a tent-like structure with nods to Moorish architecture, Habibi Miami’s design will immerse guests in the aesthetics and vibrant culture inspired by luxurious riads, echoing the fiery atmosphere and unique traditions of French Morocco. Creative Director Mark Lehmkuhl of Ghosthouse Design Group worked with Love Lake Studios to create the stunning space. It will be a treat for the senses with a Wes Anderson-inspired retro décor featuring a palette of pink and teal, evoking a Beatles-era Tangier fever dream.
Arévalo’s vibrant menu will transport diners to a royal feast with Morocco’s aromatic spices complemented by classical cuisine techniques. The menu emphasizes craveable flavors with his use of citrus, smokiness, and spices like Ras el Hanout. Diners will dive into Arévalo’s signature and shareable dishes like Shish-Barak de Wagyu Dumplings with Wagyu Cheeks, Garbanzo, Miso and Yogurt, Roulés Caramélisés crispy phyllo rolls stuffed with tangy goat cheese, shaved fresh truffles and honey drizzle, Crevettes Tigre grilled tiger prawns, salmon-infused couscous with lemon zest, and Côtelettes d’Agneau, Moroccan spiced grilled lamb lollipops with roasted carrot purée. Desserts like Baklava Cheesecake provide a sweet finish. With a focus on culinary excellence, later in the evening, Habibi will lend itself to nightly roving belly dancers, contortionists, and percussionists completing the dinner theater experience.
The bar program at Habibi draws on the North African and Mediterranean lifestyle, showcasing unique ingredients and flavors that induce a strong sense of place. In executing this motif, the beverage team employs techniques like fat washing – the process of toasting seeds to pull out their oils and infusing them in spirits overnight – to achieve rich textures and bold aromas. This is exemplified by the “Ali” Fashioned, made with Peanut Butter Washed Angel’s Envy Bourbon, Giffard’s Banana & Honey, and Angostura Bitters with Orange Aromatics. Drinks like the Moroccan Margarita made with Patron Blanco, Patron Reposado, Cointreau, Harissa Infused Pineapple Reduction, Lime Juice and Roasted Couscous Salted Rim will perfectly complement the flavors of the menu.
Habibi Miami will be open for dinner from Tuesday to Saturday from 7 pm till late.
To make a reservation, please visit www.habibimia.com.
Habibi Miami
452 NW North River Drive Miami, FL 33128
www.habibimia.com │ Instagram: @habibimiami
