The city finally reversed their position and our doors are officially opening. I am honestly in shock that we reached this point but it is entirely because of your support. Please come by soon because this space belongs to all of you just as much as it belongs to me.
March 16, 2015
Final supporters
Habibi Sheesha Lounge is the culmination of hard work, courage and investment in the City of Buffalo / Elmwood strip. The City of Buffalo’s lack of commitment to allowing a very popular and a successful business to open its doors to offer an alternative experience to its patrons who are not of drinking age has severely impacted the financial viability of Habibi Sheesha Lounge and negatively impacted all its patrons, especially those who are not over 21. Habibi Sheesha Elmwood is considered to be a second home to all its patrons, and a safe, clean and an upscale alternative to bars.
We ask that in your role as representatives of the community that you mirror the wishes of the entire community and work with Mr. Amr Abbas, allowing him to prosper while providing an upscale lounge open to all races, colors and creeds.
We the undersigned formally petition the City of Buffalo to address this issue as a matter of urgency so that Habibi Sheesha Lounge re-opens its doors immediately, and not only remain open without any further constant harassment from its neighbors, but also be given a fair chance to compete with other bars and hookah lounges that are permitted to offer food and alcohol on the Elmwood strip, particularly regarding hours of operation and a sidewalk patio for the summer.
Updates
January 13, 2015
I never imagined that so many people felt this strongly about our space on Elmwood. It is honestly humbling to hear how much this lounge means to all of you as a second home. Please know that I am spending my time reaching out to local representatives to ensure your collective message reaches the right ears.
Reached 100 supporters
January 13, 2015
81 Comments
This establishment made me feel so welcome the first 5 minutes of being there,! I also felt very safe and secure that I am able to attend by Myself. The owner takes pride and his business and I would like to see him continue to be successful with THIS particular site back open.
habibi shisha lounge needs to be open back like it really had nothing to do with the shooting that took place across the street [gas station] and and that Elmwood community need to stop acting like that doesn't happen on a daily basis
The fact that this is even happening is a joke. the HSL had zero involvment with that, yet are being used as a sacrafic. I'm physically disabled, and cant go to many safe club like places. But going there I feel right at home n I dont even smoke. I go there to sit and listen to the music and interact with the people. They are an awesome establishment.
i will continue to stand by the liubge ans fight to keep it open all the allagations and false facts that these politions and counsil members have pointed and blamed thr linge for are just ubsurd this is america stop trying to down grade the middle class and let this man make a honest living for his self and his family
councilman Rivera it is us, on the West side, that are the majority of your voters. you would alienate us for a few wealthy voters? Shame on you.
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The owners, operators, and employees of the Habibi Sheesha Lounge on Elmwood Ave should ABSOLUTELY be allowed to keep their doors open and continue running their business. The movement to shut the lounge down appears to reflect the personal agenda of a select few in the village community rather than the broad wishes of the patrons / surrounding residents and displays less than subtle shades of discrimination. If there are legitimate concerns regarding the health and safety of the community that are believed to stem from the actions of the Lounge and how it conducts business, they should be voiced in an open forum and backed up with hard proof while giving the proprietors a fair chance to defend themselves as well as their business.
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The city finally reversed their position and our doors are officially opening. I am honestly in shock that we reached this point but it is entirely because of your support. Please come by soon because this space belongs to all of you just as much as it belongs to me.
March 16, 2015
Final supporters
Habibi Sheesha Lounge is the culmination of hard work, courage and investment in the City of Buffalo / Elmwood strip. The City of Buffalo’s lack of commitment to allowing a very popular and a successful business to open its doors to offer an alternative experience to its patrons who are not of drinking age has severely impacted the financial viability of Habibi Sheesha Lounge and negatively impacted all its patrons, especially those who are not over 21. Habibi Sheesha Elmwood is considered to be a second home to all its patrons, and a safe, clean and an upscale alternative to bars.
We ask that in your role as representatives of the community that you mirror the wishes of the entire community and work with Mr. Amr Abbas, allowing him to prosper while providing an upscale lounge open to all races, colors and creeds.
We the undersigned formally petition the City of Buffalo to address this issue as a matter of urgency so that Habibi Sheesha Lounge re-opens its doors immediately, and not only remain open without any further constant harassment from its neighbors, but also be given a fair chance to compete with other bars and hookah lounges that are permitted to offer food and alcohol on the Elmwood strip, particularly regarding hours of operation and a sidewalk patio for the summer.
Updates
January 13, 2015
I never imagined that so many people felt this strongly about our space on Elmwood. It is honestly humbling to hear how much this lounge means to all of you as a second home. Please know that I am spending my time reaching out to local representatives to ensure your collective message reaches the right ears.
Reached 100 supporters
January 13, 2015
81 Comments
Habibi Sheesha Lounge is the only place i go out to when i need a night out, i feel safe and most importantly dont have to put up with the annoying drunk people like i would if i had gone to a club or a bar, It's sad to see that Buffalo can do so much better if we didn't have a proplem with diversity
This establishment made me feel so welcome the first 5 minutes of being there,! I also felt very safe and secure that I am able to attend by Myself. The owner takes pride and his business and I would like to see him continue to be successful with THIS particular site back open.
habibi shisha lounge needs to be open back like it really had nothing to do with the shooting that took place across the street [gas station] and and that Elmwood community need to stop acting like that doesn't happen on a daily basis
The fact that this is even happening is a joke. the HSL had zero involvment with that, yet are being used as a sacrafic. I'm physically disabled, and cant go to many safe club like places. But going there I feel right at home n I dont even smoke. I go there to sit and listen to the music and interact with the people. They are an awesome establishment.
i will continue to stand by the liubge ans fight to keep it open all the allagations and false facts that these politions and counsil members have pointed and blamed thr linge for are just ubsurd this is america stop trying to down grade the middle class and let this man make a honest living for his self and his family
councilman Rivera it is us, on the West side, that are the majority of your voters. you would alienate us for a few wealthy voters? Shame on you.
we t
The owners, operators, and employees of the Habibi Sheesha Lounge on Elmwood Ave should ABSOLUTELY be allowed to keep their doors open and continue running their business. The movement to shut the lounge down appears to reflect the personal agenda of a select few in the village community rather than the broad wishes of the patrons / surrounding residents and displays less than subtle shades of discrimination. If there are legitimate concerns regarding the health and safety of the community that are believed to stem from the actions of the Lounge and how it conducts business, they should be voiced in an open forum and backed up with hard proof while giving the proprietors a fair chance to defend themselves as well as their business.
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Habibi Sheesha Lounge is the only place i go out to when i need a night out, i feel safe and most importantly dont have to put up with the annoying drunk people like i would if i had gone to a club or a bar, It's sad to see that Buffalo can do so much better if we didn't have a proplem with diversity