This is to hookah what Taco Bueno is to fine Mexican dining. I visited on a Saturday night and we…read morepromptly decided to go elsewhere. For starters, the two-people-per-hookah policy is obnoxious. I get the trade-offs here and why the business has to do it, and more and more hookah bars are adopting similar policies. But when you're telling me if I've spent $50 on 2 hookahs for 4 people and one more friend shows up, our tab is now $75, I really don't appreciate that. I get that most customers are younger and would smoke 10 people on 1 hookah if given the chance, but you've got to have a middle ground. 5 people wanting to share 2 hookahs is not taking advantage. Then comes price: I'm from Texas where tobacco taxes are sky-high and businesses have about $20,000 of prep work to do for special tobacco-oriented zoning, and you still don't see prices this high. $25 for a bowl is obscene, especially with the aforementioned policy. Then comes the atmosphere. Loud, cramped, poorly ventilated, dark, and uncomfortable. It may seem novel to novice smokers but is less likely to be enjoyed by a regular hookah bar attendee. I also am not a fan of the pay-when-you-walk-in model. The register is up front and you cash out before you sit down. We made sure to walk into the back and have a look around before doing so, thankfully. Again I do get that their clientele may be a little younger and more stealy than other establishments, but it does not make for a friendly or inviting experience. There are myriad websites that will sell you an entire hookah package including pipe, tobacco and coals for the same price as a single 5-person smoke session here. I know he's got some overhead but a single bowl of this stuff pays for a whole box of the stuff you're actually smoking. Save your money.

This place has the total potential to be a 5 star lounge, but here are the pros, cons and…read moresuggestions to gain the extra 2 stars. Pros: Hookah: -good flavors (al Fakher and starbuzz) - packed well - small hookah with a lot of smoke - coconara charcoals Seating area: - very spacious - can handle large groups - unique floor seats - custom tables hold hookah and garbage - homey set up with actual couches - very laid back (music tempo maintains atmosphere -smoothie was on point Cons: Hookah: - not maintained regularly (they come every 20-30 mins), so it's not good 5 mins after they fix it Seating area: - the music can be updated - no worker is ever present, making it extremely difficult to order anything (waited 20 mins to order smoothie) - prepaying seems very unwelcoming Suggestions: This place mainly lacks in service. The seating area being unattended is a big disadvantage. Regular maintenance of the hookahs served out would make this place go a long way.

My wife and I came here for dinner…read more I had the meat shawarma with salad. And my wofe had the Fattoush salad and homemade mozzarella sticks. The dinner was amazing. Very delicious. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable of the menu. It's a quiet atmosphere and I would highly recommend giving this restaurant try. You'll be glad you did!!

The Music was super loud I cant even hear myself think , & the speaker next to us was busted so it…read morewas sounding like rattling and was very irritating. I still have ringing in my ear!! The lights on the table weren't working. They are Just decoration. Security has attitude off rip and they didn't search some ppl and other ppl they would search. It's giving discrimination. If they're Going to do pat downs then everyone should get pat down. Not certain ppl. Other than that the fries are good. Oh but no ketchup at all and they charge a $10 cover. And the bill was almost $100 for only fries hookah and 2 drinks. How?!!! if you come here they will take your money. Yelp needs to add a 0 star cause my experience was awful. Never again. You have been warned

A definite stop on my Hookah crawl across Albany. Not bad. But I did have to donate my clothes to…read moreGoodwill after sitting in this place for 5 hours.

Great service and the ambiance is amazing Feels like you're…read morein then Middle East at a typical hookah spot Unfortunately we arrived too late and the food part was closed

We love Shish Kebab for dinner, but it's definitely one of our favorite Happy Hour spots!…read more Good deals on drinks, and you can have a small snack or have a feast for a great price. The pita burgers a great and they're filling! We've tried all the protein options, but I think the beef is our favorite because the spices really stand out. I also really like the Ashak which is comprised of dumplings full of spinach and scallions, topped with spiced beef, lentils, and yogurt. The bar feels really open and airy, and bartenders are always friendly and attentive, even when they're busy getting ready for evening service. We frequently go for HH on a Saturday around 5 and it's usually pretty quiet at the bar which we enjoy. Great place whether you've had Afghan food, or you are looking to try something different!

I came here with a friend for dinner one Friday night. We noticed the dim lighting and warm…read moreatmosphere as we entered. We were seated upstairs in a cozy room with just a few other tables. I noticed a door labeled "Hookah Lounge" but we did not partake. I honestly cannot remember what each of us ordered but we both had vegetarian meals and we absolutely loved our food. The service was excellent. We did not feel rushed or ignored even as the restaurant filled up as it got later in the evening. The ladies room is quite nice with a full length mirror and several stalls. I look forward to my next visit!

Loved going here every chance I could get, I really hope they open up soon. Very clean an peaceful…read moreenvironment, great place to go with friends or even alone, You always feel welcomed.

From the owner: Best Hookah in town, come chill, hangout, play games and smoke either a Hookah or an e Hookah with…read morezero nicotine. Ask for private parties! Must be at least 21 years old, no exceptions! We ID every customer.

This pizza was disgusting. I ordered a broccoli & eggplant pizza well done and double cut. The…read morebreading on the eggplant was completely raw. I did not order garlic but there was so much raw garlic it was inedible. The pizza was very raw. It was not double cut. The pieces were actually extra wide.

All in all a great Mediterranean place. The hummus had a good depth of flavor and the falafel were…read morenot dry. The pita was on the thinner side. Super cute inside with a bunch of little tables.

Now renamed Hashtag Hookah Lounge, this place is a vibe. I really enjoyed the music and the laid…read moreback character of the space. Hookah was good quality. Many flavors and add ons to choose from, like ice pipes and coconut charcoal. The beverages were just alcohol with the choice of juice, such as lemon, cranberry, pineapple, or orange. The drinks came out in red solo cups and it was oddly nostalgic. It felt like we were at a house party with good music and basic mixed drinks. They were a bit expensive for the quality and presentation. There was only one server, so at times it was difficult to flag him down, but he was very friendly.

This place is wonderful, great friendly staff, clean restrooms, lovely decoration and funky…read moreHookahs! I loved my Eiffel tower hookah. They have great variety of flavors and the prices are reasonable, ask for Mado he is really good with flavor mixing!

Great vibes and respectful staff ; cocktails are amazing hookahs are the best I've ever had…read more Definitely a must if you are in the area. I can't wait to go back

Really bad service. We had to ask them to adjust the coals and when when we were asked if we wanted…read morenew coals since one broke I said yes and no one came back to us for over 20 minutes. I finally told my husband to go pay so we could leave. Awful service and the hookah never smoked well. Not worth the price point and they have the audacity to charge a service fee.

In from ATL on business, I've found myself at Da Joint twice in the past week. They have a nice…read moresetup with couches and comfy chairs to sit in. A handful of flat screens spread out around the place, and numerous tables are available if you are trying to use a laptop. Lots of variety in terms of hookah flavors and the service was very friendly.

They play fire Punjabi/desi music (even the new r&b releases)!…read moreThe person who works here was super chill - made us his special chai, gave us a board game, and kept us in the loop~ Never a bad idea to end the night with a laid back hookah lounge :)

The drinks are reasonably priced. The staff is professional and hilarious. And their kitchen is…read moreamazing.

Great atmosphere and service. Chips if you need a snack, always a good time. Highly recommendread more