My adventurous friend invited me out tonight. I am usually cautious and reserved, so I took an evening nap to get ready. She is known for staying out to the wee hours of the night. First stop...hookah lounge. The first time I went to a hookah lounge was Cairo, Egypt and only for observation. So, we did not stay long and were there only for observation. Based on my research, "A hookah (also called shisha or waterpipe) is a multi stemmed smoking instrument designed to heat flavored tobacco and pass the smoke through water before you inhale. The water cools the smoke but does not remove harmful chemicals." Although it had a different name (Desert Kings), it was a hookah lounge. The room was separated by couches and folks were on there hookah pipes in their respective sections. read more

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Puff puff pass! I feel like the caterpillar from Alice in wonder land. Inhale and exhale, and taste some tasty smoke read more

They have really good collection of a hookah flavors, with and without tobacco. Service is great. But they don't serve any food/snacks or alcohol (no even beer). But no need to worry it's byob (bring your own booze). There is gas station and Twin liquor next to it or you can bring your own fav drink and they will allow. They do serve tea, soft drinks etc. Staff is friendly and from the crown most of them looks regular and friendly. I highly recommend this place. read more

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Well I broke my arm here about a year ago because of some rowdy people that came here and the owner was more worried about protecting his hookah lounges reception then worrying about me so yea... they also don't allow me to come back here no more either. The DJ there was the one who broke my arm. All I was trying to do was protect my friend from getting beat up. Horrible. read more

Had the best hookah ive had in Austin TX at hookah buzz last night. Ive been smoking hookah all over the county for 15 years and this one was prepped perfectly and smoked without getting harsh for over an hour. Kudos to the dude from Chicago who made that hookah. read more

Buzzzzzz buzzzzz buzzzzzz hookah buzzzz.... Low light, chill environment, with great hookah... hookah Buzz is a "different" sorta place. It is in a seedy strip center... and is a bit in need of a serious update. The couches are peeling, some of the lights go off when the air filter goes off, we had a swarm of fruit flies trying to attack our wine (it is byob so be sure to bring something) and the employees seem to be smoking more then tobacco in their Hookah. Now having said all of that... we were here for 2.5 hours!! We didn't even finish one hookah! And the house blend was sweet and very aromatic! (And it was a great price!) They changed out the coals often, the people were kind, they were attentive, and the longer we sat there with our wine and hookah the more we liked it!.The place certainly grows on you... My wife and I have never been to a hookah bar before and we have always wanted to. Hookah Buzz was an experience... My wife and I sat and talked for 2.5 hours, relaxed, and enjoyed ourselves! It was a nice deal. Now they really NEED TO GET RID OF THE FRUIT FLIES! I'm not kidding that was ridiculous! If they just did that I would give them another star! WOULD I GO BACK AGAIN... get rid of the fruit flies... and yeah... I'd come back for sure. read more

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They're being unprofessional, petty, & immature. They told us that we need to leave but we told them that we are waiting for our friends. Once our friends arrives. They said that we aren't allow to be here. Which it's ridiculous since we literally told them that our friends finally arrived. We were about to buy something but I guess their egos get in their ways than cares about their customers. It's ridiculous. Keep your egos away from your business. read more

It is Monday (November 15) about 3pm. Posted business hours states open at 1pm that is simply not true. So frustrating when business owners treat customers with such disrespect to their time. read more

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I was very impressed with this lounge, the staff was very attentive and courteous, very comfortable vibe, very nice place to enjoy a hookah I will definitely visit here regularly. read more

Been coming here for over a year and always receive top notch service especially from Garlyn! He's quick, efficient, polite, and always remembers the hookah I like and recommends new mixes to try. One of the main reasons I enjoy going there frequently. read more

Bowl was packed correctly but took ages to get to us. The atmosphere was alright, if a little loud on the music side. They had an older menu so lacked the nicotine free options that were advertised. When paying, they jacked us up to the weekend price on a Wednesday simply because "They were busy." I wasn't in the mood to dispute it but $5 extra is still a bit insulting when they don't honor their own pricing structure. Overall, if it wasn't for that interaction, it would have been a place I came back to and enjoyed. Bit of a warning, they are under new ownership so don't expect the same service as past reviews. Judge for yourself. read more

I've gone here several times and was actually referred by a friend and keep going back. The staff is so polite and personable. They are also very helpful, checking in on you regularly, seeing if you need more coals or anything. The vibes are great. Various comfortable seating options with tables. Great for goin with a friend, by yourself, or even alone. The music is pretty good too. Overall I like coming here and it is definitely one of my favorite places to socialize in Austin. read more

I come here often and its always a great experience with good ambiance. Garland is great and makes one of the best bowls, and makes sure to provide best customer service. read more

Every time I come here with my wife we get the most awesome customer service. The spot is really chill atmosphere is great. Audi takes great care of us. Customer service is on point, flavors are great as well. If you want a really relaxed atmosphere with great videos and chill music this is the place to be. Thanks for being my go to hookah spot in the Austin are Audi you are the best. More reviews to come. read more

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My favorite hookah spot to visit when I come to Austin. Security is polite and not aggressive...G handles people correctly and with respect...definitely gonna the recommend this place to friends read more

Best hookah in town, both in service and smoke quality. Owning multiple hookahs and smoking for over 20 years, I am particular when it comes to quality. The place is super chill and comfy with service that never has you looking for more coals. Top notch read more

Honestly one of my favorite places to chill! Been coming here for years! The staff is seriously the best! Special shout out...always ask for my boy Joseph! he always hooks me up with bomb mixes and makes our hookah just right !! Definitely makes you feel at home. read more

Great hookah and service. Would love to come back and visit this lounge again. Great hours too

This is the best hookah lounge in Austin !!! The place is spacious, plenty of space for a group setting or by yourself. The staff and owner are extremely nice and will fix any problem that you might have. Their hookah is the best ! Easy to smoke with a great variety in flavor and will last you at least an hour unlike many other places in Austin. Recently, they also started to offer milk tea and other tapioca drinks. Worth trying if you are into boba drink. Overall, nothing a super fun or relax place. Absolutely would recommend this place to anyone who are into smoking and chilling. read more

I've been frequenting this lounge for years and it's absolutely my favorite. Whether it's a chill day in the middle of the week, or after hours on a weekend, i always get a great hookah and amazing service from G the security guard at the door, to all the employees behind the desk, and also from Kamran who runs the lounge. read more

The guy is so accommodating, be respectful and you'll be respected! I usually come here and work while smoking and listening to a good selection of tunes read more

Amber has been amazing. Came here with our office for work and she has totally made this the best experience ever

Took WAY too long to even start on our hookah. Employees stood around smoking and when my friend went up to ask how much longer I could tell that they hadn't even started on it. They then told us it's going to be even longer because "it's so thick". All while everyone else who came in after us got their hookahs first. read more

Great environment and great customer service. Super friendly staff. Highly recommended

Not from Austin, but I tried to this hookah place today for the first time. Very welcoming and hospitable, such great customer service! Audi took care of us and answered all the questions we had without any sign of impatience. Gave us tongs when asked and checked on us frequently. I'm not in that area very often, but wouldn't mind driving out of my way for this place when I am in Austin. The aesthetics of this place are so nice and you can tell they try hard to keep it that way. Smoothies/frappes are served in the cutest mugs. My friend and I were majorly impressed with this place! read more

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Man this place is lit!! It was so comfortable and relaxing! Me and my friends were so into the scene and vibe. John did an amazing job and was very attentive and knowledgeable about the hookahs and the surrounding area. He helped us find a liquor store to come back and enjoy our time even more. I even decided to have a birthday celebration here because the staff was so chill and the environment was clean and spacious. Everybody seemed to enjoy themselves and I love that they card you to keep themselves safe and the customers safe. I will definitely be back anytime I want to do a hookah and bring my family and friends! Thanks John for you help and support! See you soon! read more

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I like the Hookah here. This is the best indoor hookah lounges I have ever been to. The owner is very knowledgeable about the hookah and I liked all the mixes he made for us till date. BYOB is FREE! read more

I been to Hookah bars all over the world! Authentic Turkish tea, Hookahs are the most creative and customer service is #1 read more

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Visiting from another state and thought I would give this this Hookah lounge a try. I would never recommend this place to anyone. Immediately as my husband and I entered a man with an unpleasant attitude and gold teeth approached us stating "$5 per person." My husband asked can we confirm that we want to patronize this establishment before being asked for $5.00 per person? My husband was then told " you don't tell me how to do my job, and if you don't like it there go the door." So we immediately left the establishment and tried to call and speak with management and the same guy who greeted us answered the phone and would not allow is to speak with management. Unbelievable experience and extremely disappointed and the interaction. Maybe this review will change how they approach potential customers. read more

I came here a few years ago when it had a different name. I'm assuming it now has all new management, and thank goodness for that. Everything is still set up the same inside, but the employees are MUCH more professional than the ones I met years ago. They do shift you around from table to table to accommodate how crowded they get, but the hookah itself is worth it. Our hookah lasted about 2 hours with 4 of us smoking it. It never got harsh and we actually left while it was still good to go. read more

I've been to this place almost every weekend for two years and this big Hispanic guy who has seen us before is going to ask for ID that's when the other employee told him we were good but he already told us he wouldn't serve us. What blows my mind is this same guy served us multiple times and started acting brand new today. Even though the other gentlemen offered to serve us, the Hispanic guy already killed the vibe because he treated us like some teenagers. Even the way he asked for the ID in my opinion was condescending. On top of all that the last two times I went the hookah was set up terribly! I use to fuck wit y'all! Do better smh read more

My girl and I come here often, usually at ridiculous hours in the middle of the night. We always bring far more whiskey than is sensibly necessary and are probably just a bit more loud than we should be. Even with all our shortcomings, the staff has always been absolutely fantastic, accommodating, on point with drinks and shisha , and the atmosphere is fantastic. They are open all night on the weekends and it's byob, so awesome place to go after the club closes. read more

Hands down the best hookah in the city. There is nothing compared to it as far as it goes for the quality of hookah and the customer service. I've tried all of the other hookah bars in town and there's nothing that compares. If its a little out of your way, I still recommend this place over any other hookah in the town. read more

Great place with a great vibe! Went on a Saturday night and the place was packed . The service was amazing and the staff kept checking in on us every few minutes to see if we needed anything! It's also BYOB! Never had to ask for coals cause they just replaced them as needed. Cameron (the owner) was great! He knows what he's doing. Great place to chill. Will definitely be going to this place again. read more

This is a great hookah bar! We went for a friend's birthday and they accommodated for all 10 of us to sit together around a table. The moved extra cushion benches and stools around. They have a big selection of flavors and large floor hookahs. They also have ice hose tips that I would r commend because it makes the mint flavors even smoother. The atmosphere is inviting and really nice for a gathering with friends. We went on a Friday night and stayed from 8:00pm-2:00am. They stay open till 4:30am on Fridays. They have teas, smoothies, coffees, wraps, and other snacks. Although, you can bring your own beer and food so we brought a small ice chest. The service was great and I hope to go back again next time I am in town. read more

Hookah Buzz - Hookah Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

The guys working this hookah bar will go the extra mile to make sure you have a relaxing good time, enjoy what you are smoking, and turn your coals regularly. They are friendly and eager to please. I mostly come in when the place first opens, so I can't say anything about their alleged party atmosphere late at night, but it's great to come in and smoke, read a book early in the day. I'd come in more often if any of my friends liked to share a hookah, smoking alone is quite expensive. The only thing I would change is for them to offer larger frappe drinks as their one size is pretty small. read more

I have been coming to this place for a year now. Best Hookah Lounge in Austin. Hookahs are da' bom. Staff and servers are courteous and attentive. Give coals without charging additional. Josef is the best...just ask him! read more

Awesome staff, great deals and the best mixtures of shisha. If I'm not smoking at home, I'm smoking at The Buzz!

This place has literally the BEST paan hookah in ATX hands down! The hookah will last you for hours..you get new coals without having to ask, they play good music but not super loud so it's great spot to chill! The owner is super nice and accommodating. What's even better is you get rewarded for your loyalty by their reward program...SAY WHAT I love me some free hookah! But really if your looking for a place with bomb hookah and great service to have a good time this is it! P.S. Get the kawa it's delicious!!!! read more

Love this place! Super chill vibe and the service is amazing here. They swap out your coals regularly and the hookah lasts forever. They have a rewards program too - free hookah every 6 points! read more