Long overdue review..... dtsj/Santa Clara have had many hookah spots come and go but I'm so glad…read morethese folks are still here. Hookah is always fresh, staff always helpful and friendly and they go out of their way to make sure that you're comfortable smoking. The ambience and music is always legit and the vibes are always chill here..... a good hideaway from it all and great place to smoke hookah.

Stopped by Smoke This Hookah for about an hour and just enjoyed a hookah. The service was okay and…read morethe hookah was decent. I do wish they had some music playing, though -- the atmosphere felt a little too quiet and serious for a hookah lounge. A little music would definitely make the vibe more relaxed and enjoyable.

Very good place to hang out and do a little bit of hookah. The guy was friendly, kind and…read moreinformative. Wasn't too busy on a Tuesday night when I went. Dark fantasy flavor is pretty good. Not too strong. Not too weak. Cheers. Enjoy!

Absolutely loved this place. The glass hookahs looked fancy and the sitting area comfortable. They…read morehad good lighting inside making it look not dingy like some places. The hookah was on point with a yummy strong flavor. My friend and i got the berry splash and dejango combo and loved it. Hookahs were $25 and it lasted 2 hours. We got a refill for another $12 and that lasted couple hours too. Overall perfect for a nice relaxed evening and will be back.

NOW OPEN: NEW LOCATION HOOKAH MASTER…read more115 N 1st street, San Jose If you used to go to 40 Thieves, come here now. Best hookah in the bay. Top quality and experience, as always.

The ambience of this lounge reminds me of the beauty of the Middle East with a post modern and…read morecasual vibe touch to it. The music and atmosphere definitely set me back to that one Dubai nightclub hookah bar I got to enjoy back in 2021! And Man, was this such a great experience! Shout out to Yosuf ! Yosuf's hospitality and kindness definitely made me feel at home! Great service and attention to detail around comfort and service too! He definitely leads the team and has the best recommendations for first comers! Check in with him since he knows what's always up! ( I believe this gentleman was the manager or in some place responsible as he oversees the cashier!) After checking out few hookah lounges in the bay, I found myself asking this man so many more questions I never thought about getting answered for ! The selection of flavors and drinks definitely stood out to me compared to other spaces. Now, knowing this space closes at 2am for sure! Made it the most desirable to go to after the bars, to settle down and catch some more drinks! Definitely will come again since the music was good enough to dance and the flavors were enough to ask for seconds !

lounge experience is great! hookah tasted even better. my go to mix is big boy & white gummy. Chill…read morevibes always

We were visiting from San Diego and found this gem! We walked right in and were greeted by Amal…read more She was genuinely the sweetest person we ever met being in San Jose! It's very spacious inside and the music was 10/10! Defiantly recommend coming here. The hookah was hittinggggg. Thank you for everything!

Has a lot of games like cards & chess- good ambiance…read more Also the guy there is super attentive and kind.

Upon walking in, we were greeted right away by the friendly staff. It was our first time at a…read morehookah lounge, and the staff helped recommend what to try, which made the experience even better. The place was clean, comfortable, and had a nice vibe overall. They even had board games, which was a fun touch. Definitely a cool spot to relax and hang out with friends.

Vibez truly embodies its name by offering a laid-back and enjoyable atmosphere. The vibes are cool…read moreand relaxing, complemented by great music and a fantastic selection of hookah flavors. Jason, the owner, is incredibly friendly, and Ayana stands out for her exceptional service - she is not only super nice but also skilled at mixing flavors to perfection. My hookah experience was tailored exactly to my liking. I look forward to returning to Vibez soon. Many thanks for the great service!

Great vibes, smooth hookah, and a solid lounge experience…read more Vibez Hookah Lounge lives up to its name. The atmosphere is relaxed but lively, with comfortable seating, clean surroundings, and great lighting that sets the mood whether you're chilling with friends or enjoying a DJ night. The layout gives you space to lounge without feeling crowded, and the music adds energy without overpowering conversation. The hookah was smooth, flavorful, and well-prepared--clearly done by people who know what they're doing. Equipment was new/clean, coals were managed properly, and the smoke quality stayed consistent throughout the session. It's the kind of place where you can actually sit back and enjoy your hookah without constantly asking for adjustments. Shout out to Clarione who was happy to answer all my questions as a rookie. DJ nights are a big plus. The music selection keeps the vibe going and brings the lounge to life, making it a great late-night spot. Add in games, food (bought to you by The Pull Up Host), and a friendly crowd, and it turns into a full experience rather than just a hookah stop. Overall, Vibez Hookah Lounge is a solid spot for good hookah, good music, and good energy. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a laid-back but upbeat lounge in San Jose.

Seating sucks and beer selection is limited. But the hookah is dankread more

We was looking for this place but didn't find this one. No address, no cellphone number- that's…read morereally weird .:(((

Another enjoyable lunch here: - renovated interior…read more - prix fixe 3 course menu is reasonable at $46/pp, whole table participation, love that have a choice of many items in each category - everything tastes fresh and homemade - great staff who know the menu and will adjust to the diner's needs and desires - dine inside or alfresco Have always wanted to visit Türkiye and eating here again just reminded me why!

Meyhouse has been on my bookmarks for a while now and in dt Sunnyvale!…read more My friend and I sat down for an earlyish dinner around five. We looked over our menu and had a hard time pronouncing and figuring out what to eat. Our server was so patient with us and explained the entire menu, also told us that he is Turkish and showed us how to pronounce some of the names and letters After much thought, we ordered the acili muhammara (peppers and walnut dip with pomegranate molasses) , Uc Borek (phyllo rolls with 3 type of fillings), and the adana platter (lamb skewer with sides). The bread basket that came with the pepper and pomegranate molasses dip very good, and it was a great start. The pomegranate gave it a hint of sweetness which balanced the heavier pepper flavor The uc boreks were flaky and crispy, and came out hot af. loved the zucchini and cheese filling! The lamb was full of flavor and came with rice and a Greek salad. That being said, the flatbread had a lot of oil, since the skewer was placed on top. The lamb itself was soft and had no gamey taste. The greek salad complimented and contrasted the heavy and rich tastes. We also ordered the pistachio kunefe and ice cream for dessert. The texture of the kunefe was delicious! I loved the stretchy sweet mozzarella and the crispy crunchy of the toasted phyllo dough. We got a side of mastic ice cream to go with the kunefe. slight licorice and herby taste. It was interesting but still good though Thank you Meyhouse for an awesome intro to Turkish food!

The food & service at Dish Dash are exceptional. Food is…read morevery fresh and flavors well blended. It's expensive but worth it. Service is the best - they anticipate needs before asked. Atmosphere depends on where you sit; outside is lovely, inside can feel dark and cramped and loud. But they have to try to fit all the people who want to eat there. This is a place I can always count on, we will be back.

This was my first time ever at this particular edition of Dish & Dash. Hee. I've been to the one…read morein Fremont and set up more as a fast food restaurant with nice tables, but very in and out style. Since this was for Father's Day, I was rather surprised my dad wanted to eat here considering I was used to the Fremont style of "dish and Dash." I was rather shocked to see actual groups and larger tables with my seating arrangement and even nice relaxing, looking comfortable chairs along with a number of decor that looked pretty authentic to keep up with the theme of the cultural food. Everyone in my family eat across the menu vegan, Vegetarian and meat eaters! Lol I'm somewhat in between and I got a chicken Shawarma and it was perfectly made. My brother got the Vegetarian delight and that looked better than my chicken Shawarma wrap because there was so many different flavors on his plate!! Granted, when he got his plate, it took the server a good 20 minutes extra until the pita bread was ready. Lol. My boyfriend got some lamb shish kebab dish that looked really interesting. There were different flavors and textures and he really enjoyed the dish itself. I did not partake. My dad and sister got some meat soup like dish that had lamb in it and they both loved their dish and said it had a lot of flavor and such a small size portion! They both took home leftovers! We were utterly stuffed and nobody had any room for dessert, but we will definitely be back again since this particular "Dish and Dash" can feed everything from Vegetarian to meat eaters! So a giant happy blended family! Hee

Holy cow. SO GOOD. Came here around midnight because I was hungry but I didn't want fast food…read more I wish I asked for our server's name because he was very attentive and made sure we were taken care of. The fried chicken was perfectly battered, cooked, and crispy. I am salivating just looking at the picture I took. The corn and cheese was the perfect side, not too cheesy and the corn was so juicy. The tteokboki was the best I've ever had, chewy and digestible unlike some places who undercook it. This meal was so delicious and satisfying, I will most definitely be returning. We also had a small bottle of soju to top it off. I an so glad we came!!

Hey! (What you saw prior is an example how I type notes.) I have finally been to a pocha! Pocha…read moreK/포차K, open in the evenings, is well, a pocha on Real, smacked in between Santa Clara's San Tomas and Los Padres. For those that don't know, a pocha, short for pojangmacha or a covered wagon, is Korea's traveling in cases back in the day equivalent more or less to the Japanese izakaya or for some of you, a pub that is sprinkled with a Korean mom's kitchen magic (sprinkle me), as pocha spots carry savory snacks, booze and vibes. Since no pocha spots existed at the time, this was created, but there are multiple now in Santa Clara. The place would have received a perfect rating if it weren't for a particular can help it flaw, as the can't help it flaw is just that, a can't help it flaw. The good parts of Pocha K? Like all pocha spots, this one has good vibes, and it has the basics down. Now, because the staff will be helping out multiple parties, you'll be given a container of water to serve for yourself. So, I suppose the time I was asked if everything's okay is like seeing a rare shiny pokemon or a Mr. Barry retro basketball card, something like a mystical one time thing. You see all of these posters for Jiro and other soju companies and K-pop artists and decorations, and you also hear as you see groups of people having a fun time with each other. You'll hear K-pop, and though it's nice to hear, I do wish the spot and I suppose other pocha spots while I'm at it would be like Q, playing throwback artists like S.E.S. on a Sunday evening in this case because pocha spots are spots of nostalgia. (Yup, leave it to me to mention a Yay Area radio station in a Yelp review, and listening to S.E.S. would be like listening to a group such as En Vogue for non-K-pop fans.) Seeing that I wanted dinner, I got kimchi pork fried rice to go along with cheese corn and fries that have either smoked paprika or a cajun/creole seasoning of some sort from what I can recall as well as my drinks, the water and a Sprite soda can. I shouldn't have added fries not because they're bad, but because 3 foods for one person's too much. The fried rice is so good, and so is the cheese corn. The flaws? The can't help it flaw is the parking that gave me flashbacks of the tight times I had with Jackie's. Keep in mind that one way goes out, and the other goes in. That typed, if you're going west as you drive past Scott, make the U-turn once you hit San Tomas. You can miss the entryway. So, take your time. The can help it flaw is the bad drink list. Obviously, I couldn't get soju or makgeolli because driving. Normally, teas aren't a thing at pocha spots. (If you're wondering why I'm typing "spots" often in this review, not only is it because the word flows better with me. It's because the plural form of "pocha" isn't "pochas", but rather "pochadeul". By typing "pocha spots" instead of "pochadeul", I can keep the review going as opposed to thinking "Will the reader remember how to make a noun in Korean plural?" now.) If it weren't for the Valkyries run we're seeing as I type, I wouldn't get a soda, and my experience at Pocha K would be less fun. (How is there no batch of Milkis drink cans if I want a soda?) That's why there must be a Pororo drink or the Bong Bong juice, as with such a drink, Korean parents and whoever can both have their fun and be responsible with their kids at the same time if worse comes to worst, the kids need to be brought along. Pocha K is a good spot. While it missed out on perfection because of a bad list of non-alcoholic drinks, it is a good spot never the less with the vibes and all. So, if you need a place to blow steam, have fun or whatever, go here. Pocha spots are there for such scenarios anyway. +/Pocha K is pretty and killer for having good vibes and good food. -/The place would be perfect if it weren't for the bad list of non-alcoholic drinks.