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    High Desert

    5.0 (55 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 pm - 4:00 am (Next day)

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    Veronica J.

    This place is such a vibe. It has a glowing window but no name on the building. We weren't members so we paid the $3 fee. We let them choose our flavor they did ask us what we liked I said fruity mint. So we got the pineapple mint flavor. We also ordered chamomile tea & mint tea. Got some biscoff cookies & ferreo rochers. They had nice music and a projector with cool nature visuals. I do wish the loop was a bit longer cause it's really nice to look at. The hookah lasted us an hour and was still not harsh when we had to leave. They do have an upstairs with PlayStation5s. It wasn't very busy so we stayed downstairs.

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    Best hookah in the city, low key vibe and good energy. VIP area upstairs. Real good vibe

    Really friendly staff, one of the best hookahs in town, spot is hidden , best place to explore new flavors and special hookahs, thanks all

    E L.

    Beautiful hidden lounge. Members only - no signs but you can still come in for an additional $3. Service was amazing, great hookah.

    Ji K.

    Dmitrii is the Hookah Master here. The best hookah lounge in LA. Members Only This is hands down the cleanest spot to kick it with the boys!

    Isãbëllä H.

    High Desert Lounge is absolutely one for the books! It's not only by far the most aesthetically appealing hookah lounge that I have had the opportunity to visit but paired with the most attentive and welcoming staff that make you feel comfortable within minutes of entering. I was greeted immediately by the manager Dima, who introduced himself to us and offered us their most exclusive tea options which were truly an excellent beverage experience that complemented the flavors of our hookah experience perfectly. They are open quite late but without the typical low quality crowd found at most late night venues. They have live music playing on weekends and a DJ that transports you into another dimension with the incredible beats as you smoke and relax with your friends! The place altogether is surreal to say the least and I can't express it enough with just my review you must go and visit for yourself! My server Roma was super helpful and attentive to my needs throughout my entire visit- frequently checking on the overall satisfaction of the hookah and flavors we chose, and we never had to ask for replacement of charcoals. The teas are not generic, they are truly pleasant to the palate and make for an enjoyable experience with the vast variety of hookah flavors that were available to choose from. I am a new regular here and my go-to favorite flavor is Sour Pineapple by the brand Russian tobacco brand "Must Have" - an absolute delight! I also crave the Pink Man flavor regularly after first trying it here at High Desert. The flavor options are literally endless and their tobacco is premium quality meaning you will never be disappointed in the taste. Overall..... I give this place an absolute 10/10 There is truly no other lounge in Los Angeles like it. Bring your friends and GO!!!

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    Nineh G.

    The best hookah me and my friends had they were very friendly I recommend to everyone to try it out.

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    Anton S.

    Finally we have a great spot for hookah in town. Ambiance, hookah, atmosphere 10/10 Such a cool vibe. After that place, I am not even thinking of going somewhere else. Also, they have this cool concept of building a community of interesting people.

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    Ruben R.

    Amazing Experience from first step in the door your immediately blown away by the lounge set up from the elegant sectional set ups to the screen above displaying the open desert view. If that does not blow you away the attention to detail by the staff to create a hookah experience like no other. The flavors blending so smoothly and the production of clouds that come from the top tier qualify hookahs that they have at hand. Overall 10/10 .

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    Olya H.

    Amazing atmosphere with high end hookah. Nice selection of tea. Service is very friendly. Definitely highly recommend place in LA.

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    Yadissa G.

    It's a great hookah spot to come in and relax . I came across it while looking for a hookah spot in Downtown . Only thing we didn't know before coming was that you can only smoke hookah with an invitation by a member or if you're a member . If you're not a member they charge you an additional $15 fee . We enjoyed our hookah and the service .

    Enjoying some delicious tea! Try the tea ceremony!
    Danny D.

    From the moment I walked into this place I was treated as family. I have been looking for good hookah, music, and service. This is the only place that I have found that gets 5 stars on all those fronts. This is one of my favorite establishments to frequent. Happy to call this my second home. Can't wait for what they have in store for us.

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    Thank you for your support! Trying to keep it up!

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    Best hookah and service in La hands down ! Great vibe as well. Love this place ! I go all the time !

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    Been 5+ times!!! Best Los Angeles - hookah ever . Very cheap . Best customer service.

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    Perfect service. Nice environment. Friendly people. Love the placeeeee!!!!!!!!!!!! Recommended

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    Very nice crew team, I like atmosphere here and I always get best service at High Desert best hookah and very delicious and exclusive tea.

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    The vibe and aesthetic were great. The menu was accessed through a QR code, which was convenient…read more We booked the VIP room for a private party and were able to play our own playlist, which made the experience even better. The DJ on the main floor, however, didn't seem to be mixing much and mostly replayed the same songs after about 30 minutes. The service was spectacular. We ordered three bottles, which came with a pitcher of juice and four hookahs. You could choose to add mint flavor to the hookah or leave it out, though it still had a slight hint of mint even without it. Everyone also ordered individual drinks, which were about $25 each, and the wine bottle was $85. Anything we needed was brought to us quickly. We didn't get the private belly dancers, I guess they didn't come to work. Overall, it was a great experience and I would definitely come back again for a special event.

    HAHAHAHAHAH Waitress…read morethought I was an idiot! We ordered 1 hookah and 2 drinks. The machine showed $180. I am like that is kinda high. I asked her if that included gratuity. She said no, I asked again are you sure she says NO. I couldn't check the machine because before she handed to me she went all the way to the tip scree that said additional tip. I was like this SHADY af. I asked for a receipt and she said printer broken. I AM NOT MAKING THIS UP. So I grabbed the machine back and put my number in to get the receipt texted to me. Low and behold 22% tip and she charged us for water when I asked for tap water. I go back to her and show her the receipt and she is like oh I don't know what that is. I have never seen that before. Pleassseeeeee What a scam artist, she probably has done that to everyone there but everyone there is on a date and no one wants to be embarassed. Well IDGAF. She offered to give cash back and not tell her boss. Honestly he probably knows. Never going back. Ive been here 8 times. EVERYONE CHECK YOUR RECEIPTS!!!

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    Boba Bear

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    I had never even heard of Boba Bear until one of my friends, who is a Invincible fan, told me they…read morewere doing a special pop-up experience. I do not usually make the drive out to K-Town, but since tickets were only $10.20 per person, we figured it would be worth checking out. Even though I don't really know much about Invincible, I still had a lot of fun. The space is completely transformed with different scenes from the show and there are plenty of photo ops whether you're a fan or just tagging along like I was. It definitely felt more immersive than I expected. The food and drinks are on the pricey side, so we shared a few items instead of each ordering our own: We tried the Monster Girl Matcha, which came in one of the collectible bottles ($20) my friend wanted. The drink itself was okay; not bad, but not my favorite matcha beverage. We also ordered the Invincible Power Wrap ($15), which tasted good but was honestly much smaller than I expected for the price. My favorite thing we tried was definitely Atom Eve's Energy Acai Bowl ($9). I love acai bowls and this one was refreshing with dragonfruit, strawberries, lychee, coconut flakes, and granola. I would order that again. We also shared the Viltrumite Training Cookies ($9). They were basically buttery sugar cookies but came in a pack of 3. Parking was probably the only annoying part. The shopping center seemed to only have valet, so I ended up finding free street parking in the neighborhood and walking about 10 minutes. One thing I thought was really cool was that the employees told us they completely change the theme every few months. They have done collaborations with Godzilla, Final Fantasy VII, and Arcane. Overall, I had a really good time, even as someone who is not familiar with Invincible. If you are a fan of the show and like experiential dining experiences, I would say come check it out.

    Took my son here because he's a fan of the invincible show.. and this times theme is invincible…read more Looks like it's a cute place that changes its theme every so often. They had a very minimal menu.. he came for the drink flask collectibles. They were $20 each and came with a juice drink inside. He also wanted their sugar cookies with the theme but they had ran out for the day. We also went upstairs where they had some picture props and a claw machine that was a scam lol $8 for 1 token for 2 tries and the many coins we got and played.. the claw would pick up and drop right before moving towards the drop.. shake my head. Overall it's definitely for the gamer life..

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    3.8
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    Cute Spot with Great Staff but Different Vibes Day vs. Late Night…read more Ambiance and Setup This place is super cute and has a really nice patio style "rooftop" area (technically the second floor). The decor is fun and aesthetic, and it's a great spot for brunch, drinks, or hookah. You do have to walk up about two short flights of stairs to get there. I didn't see an elevator, so that's something to keep in mind. Parking There is shared parking downstairs with the other businesses in the building. During the day it can get pretty full, but when we came late at night there was plenty of parking available. Food and Drinks On our recent visit we ordered the nachos and added protein, and they were really good...flavorful and filling. I've also been here before for breakfast/brunch a couple years ago and the food was great then too. The mimosas were really good, and overall the brunch experience was wonderful. They also offer drinks and hookah, which is one of the reasons we wanted to come back at night. Games One thing I thought was really cool is that they provide some games for guests to play. We didn't end up using them, but it's a fun little touch that adds to the experience. Brunch / Breakfast Experience (5 Stars) When I came during the morning for breakfast and mimosas, the atmosphere was relaxed, cute, and really enjoyable. The staff was friendly and everything felt calm and welcoming. It was honestly a great brunch spot and I would absolutely recommend it for daytime visits. Late Night Experience (3 Stars) We came back late at night around 2 a.m. for food. While the staff and food were still great, the overall energy was very different from the daytime experience. The late night crowd was louder and higher energy, and some of the guests were a bit unfriendly, which made the atmosphere feel a little less comfortable for us personally. This isn't really the restaurant's fault, but it did change the vibe compared to the relaxed brunch visit I had before. Hookah Policy They do have a hookah minimum policy. For example, tables of three must order one hookah, tables of five must order two, and so on. If guests choose not to order hookah, there is a required minimum spend or a small fee per person. Just something to be aware of before going. Service Charge There is an 18% service charge added, so keep that in mind when budgeting. Service The hostess and waitress were both very friendly and attentive. Even when things got busy, they stayed calm and professional, which we really appreciated. Overall Still a really cute place with great service and good food. I'd personally recommend coming earlier in the evening or during brunch hours if you're looking for a more relaxed atmosphere. I'd definitely return during the daytime again.

    I reaaallllllyyyyy wanted to have a good experience here…read more I came here for brunch last year and didn't write a review bc my experience was not too great and I decided to give it a try during the evening when they have events. Well, I brought 2 friends. It was their first time there. Karaoke and a DJ. I called ahead to ask if they had a DJ this night and if we had to make a reservation. The person who answered the phone said "no reservations . Just come." So, we did. After we found parking, the wait was not too long and the security guard had an entertaining personality. (So, that's why I added a star.) Now look...the food and customer service were awful. Just so awful that I am literally taking time to detail every single thing. I ordered a Philly with only meat, cheese, and bread. I just said "I'd like it super plain. Just plain." I specifically asked what comes on it and said "I'd like none of that. Just the meat, cheese and bread. None of the peppers, onions, and mushrooms." The waiter laughed and so did my party. So, it was actually discussed, but in a humorous way. All good, I don't mind them laughing at my order. Also, I asked for truffle fries. The waiter said "there is a $3 up charge." I said "cool." I also asked for Long Island with pineapple juice instead of Coca Cola. My friend ordered catfish. (It arrived waaaayyyyy after everyone else's food) The third person in our party ordered wings. She also ordered truffle fries while we waited on our food. (Those came after all the food. Smh) Oh and our drinks came way after the food as well. The Long Island arrived. It was dark. So, I immediately asked "this has pineapple juice instead of Coca Cola right?" He said "yes." When he walked away. My first sip was almost completely coca cola. My first bite of the Philly was a mound of mushrooms and onions. There is a photo below after he took the Philly bc I said I'll keep the fries. You can see a piece of pepper leftover. My fries never came truffled either. The entire order was messed incorrect. There is more, but I'll just stop here. Horrible experience. The karaoke was entertaining. We all sang, but we were hungry. My friends didn't eat their food batter the waiter left it at the bar for 10 minutes while people breathed all over it. That right there was crazy. So...yea it wasn't a good experience at all. The waiter was a sweet guy, but I was hungry and didn't end up eating anything, but French fries.

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    Avocado toast, that only thing I actually liked
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    10/10. A friend and I were cruising the town and wanted to…read moresmoke hookah. We literally, googled "hookah near me" & this place popped up. The host was amazing, very tentative and friendly. They have games inside and quite a bit of flavors to choose from. Lastly , there is a patio with heaters! I'll def be returning! P.S. the music is good and the parking is solid too!! If you're in the area, please stop by and show them some love

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