I wasn't to thrilled at first to have dinner at a hookah spot but this place defiantly proved it was no regular hookah spot. We ordered appetizers and chicken kabob everything was amazing from the service to food to the quality of the hookah it self. We ate had some drinks smoked hookah and finished it off with some bomb dessert. The only thing sucks for me is how far this place was from the south side of Chicago. You can't lost coming here for drinks food or hookah can't wait to visit again read more

Hubble Hookah - Pumpkin creme burlee and big o desert - Middle Eastern Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I do not write reviews often, but for something as stellar as Hubble, I just had to. This place has been my go-to bar for seven years. I haven't found a better hookah place in all of Chicago, and I've certainly tried looking. This is by far the most relaxing place to go to to chill out and relax. The food is delicious, the atmosphere is chill, the cocktails are unique, and there are countless flavours of tobacco to choose from. Most importantly though, the staff is genuinely nice and incredibly accomodating. Matt, the bartender/server/overall sweetheart, is amazing when it comes to questions, concerns, or recommendations of any kind. Always down to chat and make sure everything's in order. I can always count on friendly conversations and my water glass being full (free water is definitely a huge plus). Everyone in the place is super sweet, and are welcoming, whether it's 6PM or 2AM. I highly recommend this place to anyone who's craving a damn good drink and a smooth hookah experience. read more

I've been coming to Hubble hookah for the past two years and I hate to say that I'm disappointed with the recent change in management and the services provided. They no longer serve water you have to purchase bottles of water for a dollar. Of course it's the cheapest water, Ice mountain. Now they charge a dollar a side cup of sauces like cholula. We asked for no onions and it was 2 dollars for no onions. We save you food costs and you charge us? It's insulting honestly. Our server was good without a doubt but the policy changes are a slap in the face. I had a reservation for 7:30 and there were only 3 other tables seated at the time but we aren't allowed to sit in a booth because we only have 2 party members? We've always been allowed to have a booth. We stayed for 2 plus hours and sure they got busier but there were still booths available so it's not like we took space for a bigger party. The food and the drinks as well as the hookah are good but with the recent changes I won't be returning for a dine in which is disappointing because we've always loved this places ambiance but they've grown too greedy for our liking. read more

I must say that this was my first time at here... I want to start off by saying that I had a 11-12 pm reservation, got in , the ambiance of this place was spot on, calm relaxing, dimly lit, conversations going, was seated by the bar, where I can hear the music playing low, but low enough where you can hear it.. Nut the waitress came right over, took the good order, had the Spicy Chicken wings & Buffalo Wings at $9 for 10 wings each. Also ordered a Pomegrant Sangria 2 to be exact... Yummy!!! The flavored recommended by Nur for the Hookah was The Sexy Queen.. Nice... Would definitely go back... I would say the only draw back is that they have only 1 stall per gender.. But overall enjoyed my time there.. Couldn't finish the Hookah.. Too much for 1 person.. My new HANGOUT SPOT!!! Was a Friday night decent crowd.. Try it out.. read more

Hubble Hookah - The Hubble Hookah - Middle Eastern Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I absolutely love love this place. Excellent service, great selection of food and drinks. They go above and beyond for providing customer satisfaction. Thank you Ralph! read more

This place is fantastic visit after visit. Food is amazing, they add new things every so often and it's always great. Halloumi, Reuben Rolls and Buffalo Chicken Dip are personal favorites. The drink choices are great and they have one of my favorite whiskies Woodford Reserve! Matt is an amazing server and one of the coolest people at the establishment. Always has great recommendations! Keep doing what you're doing! read more

I personally think they need better ventilation, but I know other guests don't feel this way. I don't enjoy the smell when you first walk in but it's something you get used to. I do really like their food menu, beverage and alcohol menu. I think they offer something for everyone. They can also accommodate large groups! There's a very relaxed atmosphere with dim lighting. The ambiance is really peaceful. read more

Hubble Hookah - Middle Eastern Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Talk about chill out hookah lounge. We checked this place out on a Saturday night. Not too busy at about 9:30pm but as it got later it got way more busy. The staff was awesome. Our waitress was super friendly. She set us up with some drinks and was constantly checking up on us. The martinis were delicious but a bit on the pricey side. The hookah is also a bit steep but great so its worth it. Tons of flavors to choose from. They also have a full bar. Nice. What I really enjoyed about this place was the atmosphere. The interior decoration is great. Nice earthy colors, good music and hookah. Can't ask for more. I also liked the fact that I didn't have to deal with loud, high school students trying to be cool and choking on smoke. LOL! I definitely recommend you check this place. read more

My brother and I have been frequenting Hubble ever since their grand opening. We have had the pleasure of seeing it go from a regular empty hookah lounge, to a very nice hookah lounge with food, then drinks, then a tv, then wifi, to what it is now...... which is an upscale, classy hookah lounge that has gotten the attention it deserves. From the moment we first stepped into Hubble, we loved it. The service was great, the people were friendly, everything was perfect. Most hookah lounged are seedy and run down. Hubble is definitely not that. The decor is great and everything feels like first class. I have thrown many parties here, recommended the place to all my friends and family, and I have even taken customers here and had department meetings and parties there. The atmosphere is fantastic and you can't beat it. I love the owners and they are like family to me now. If you are looking for a spot for a first date or somewhere different to take a client or someone, then go to hubble. The food is excellent and can be compared to a meal at a fancy restaurant, just less expensive. Yes, they are a little pricier than other hookah lounges. I stress on the word little because they are not that much more. However, the service and product and everything you are getting is worth far more. trust me, I have been to almost every hookah lounge in this city. So do yourself a favor and stop by for a smoke and good conversation. We are throwing our 3rd or 4th party here this weekend so I am not sure why people are giving it bad reviews on throwing a party. We have never had a problem. Also, it is great to see that you need reservations now. Obviously it is somewhere good because people keep coming back and bringing more. I wish they were open for lunch so I could have a smoke. read more

My review addresses Hubble's hookah service, not their food service. Motivation (first time visit): I was collaborating with a friend on a potential project, we wanted to continue our conversation over hookah and tea, Yelp suggested Hubble. Atmosphere: Relaxed, comfortable, great music (personal pref, I know): a rotation of De La Soul, Mos Def, Black Star, and other great hip hop artists filled the ears. Lighting was generally low with ample to appropriate table lighting which created a sense of personal space. We entered Hubble around 6:40, ordered sweet melon hookah and two teas, we were promptly served, and continued to pull from the same hookah until 9:30 when we needed to leave for other plans! A hookah attendant changed charcoals every 20-25 minutes!!! The regular rotation of charcoals maintained a consistent temperature and eliminated charcoal ash from mixing into the tobacco. Hubble provided one of the more pleasant Hookah experiences I have had in the Chicago area. My initial experience has been positive enough to make a return visit. read more

Best hookah place in Chicago Awesome music (radiohead, bonobo ...) , cool bartender Matt and good hookah And important yhing - they got own drinks read more

This will be only my third hookah lounge that I have tried in the Chicago area but it's by far my favorite. It's basically a restaurant that serves hookah. At least that's how it's designed and the place is very well kept and clean. They use high quality tobacco and have a LOT of flavors to choose from. The cost is $15 per hookah. They charge a little more if you want to mix two flavors of tobacco together. They have a full menu for food. I got to sample the spinach artichoke dip which was very tasty. For $7 it's a large portion that will easily feed 3-4 people. I also got to try their tea which came in a large mug. There is no need to constantly order more tea, simply ask for more hot water and then use the same tea leaves. The service was very friendly and attentive to our needs. Our waitress was extremely polite and even when the place got busy, still made sure to check up on us. Overall a great experience and recommended to anyone who is a fan of the hookah. read more

Love this place! First of all, it's easy to get to and they have tons of street parking. Second of all, it's probably the nicest hookah lounge I've ever been to-- and it's so reasonably priced. Granted your bills can become expensive (because they have hookah, food, AND alcohol!) but everything's per unit price is very low. The only thing I hate is that when you make reservations you get weird tables (by open windows, never do you get a booth, etc). If you're making a reservation I feel like you should be treated better than someone walking in from the street, not vis versa (or maybe give everyone an equal shot at the tables ;). Try their spinach/artichoke dip. It's amazing! read more

Absolutely horrible customer service! I'm typically very lenient with servers, because it's understandable everyone has a bad day once in a while. This guy was so condescending to me and my friends. I do know how to take sarcasm but this dude spoke like a total a-hole! read more

The Good: Def. recommend their food (beef sandwich/ Big O!) Big space, good for groups. Has a rest. atmosphere =) large choice of alcohol yummy choices of teas The Bad: HOOKAH! sooo bad here after 3 tried it is burned and they put too many coals to the tobacco burn fast. Waste of your money if you want to hookah. The service can be "iffy" depending who you get that day. Last time we were there we asked for some coals and the waiter told us to was too late because they were going to close. I am sorry we are paying customers with a group of 10 people. They can be rude sometimes here. read more

A great place in all areas! Hookah + food + alcohol in 1 location in Chicago is a rarity, especially that is of such high quality. When you walk in the atmosphere is very chill, low lights, maybe a little middle eastern.. I like it. The seating is great, I liked the big round booths, fis everyone in a very cozy environment. The menu has something for everyone. Their shawarmas are delicious and so are the desserts. I haven't tried it, but my friends rave about The Big O dessert, it's a big cookie cake thing with ice cream on top. The hookah in my opinion is fine, but I am not big on hookah so I'm not one to judge. My friends like it, but don't think that its the best in time. The service is great, my wish is their command with a smile on their faces. Oh yes, and their bathroom are very clean! Most hookah places have filthy bathrooms, but here its actually clean and I even noticed the wall paint designs. Hehe. I know I'll keep coming here, the place is perfect for a chill weeknight evening when there isn't much else to do but eat, drink, and smoke hookah. read more

I haven't been to a hookah bar in years, mainly because whenever I start to look them up I see terrible reviews. That isn't the case for Hubble and I got to experience why first hand last night. The food is fantastic, the drink menu has something for everyone, there are tons of selections for hookah and the service is friendly. They also had great music playing- it was current stuff, but not radio pop. Very chill. Also- there's plenty of FREE street parking (I forgot that even existed!). My only criticisms would be the swarms of late-teens that came in and that there is only one bathroom for each gender so you may need to wait. Get the spinach artichoke dip with pita chips- amazing! We tried the blue mist hookah, as was suggested by our server. It was smooth and tasty. GREAT place for a date- I'll definitely be back to try them again! read more

This place is amazing. Perfect vibes for date night. The food comes out HOT--super delicious. Great hookah, clean bathrooms, and could go on about the service. A must try if you're in the area. Matt took good care of us. We'll be back! read more

Good hookah places are hard to find. Actually, hookah places that look like diners or seedy strip clubs are easy to find. The classy, happy medium, with good food, is very hard to find...until now. We had friends in town, and found this place on Yelp. The reviews were correct: Huge portions of food, very reasonable prices, and good hookah. The waitress was very honest with us that a certain flavor was getting to the bottom of the batch, and suggested other, more fresh, flavors. They request a limit of 3 people per hookah. The prices are so reasonable, that shouldn't be any issue. The atmosphere was ideal. The place is newly decorated, very clean, and contemporary. 2 very large round booths are in the center of the dining area, and would be great for groups of 6 or 8. We sat at a booth that could have fit 6, but we only had 4. We even brought along our favorite game and played it after eating and while taking hookah. This place is a diamond in the rough. read more

So I've been here once and the service was decent, the hookah was great, and the food was delicious! But then..... I really wanted to throw a big private party at this location and I've called numerous times to try to set it up with the owner and I haven't received a phone call back or he was too busy to talk to me. I really would have liked my private party to be here but because of the lack of interest of my private party has driven me so far away from this place that I don't think I ever want to come here again, unfortunately. They just don't want my business I guess. read more

I feel badly that I have been coming to Hubble hookah for so many years and haven't written a review. There's really no other place like this in Chicago. Not only is the hookah tobacco top-notch, but there's delicious food (full dinners or appetizers and desserts) a generous drink menu, from cocktails to beers, delicious herbal teas and even specialty coffee drinks! The quality of the food and atmosphere goes a long way and it's the reason why I keep coming back. It's one of the only hookah lounges that I feel is clean and safe. (They use disposable pipes now) The owner and other employee's customer service and overall friendliness is also great! Highly recommend!! read more

A great find! Tasty food, well-flavored hookah, nice staff, great atmosphere! Steak was a surprisingly good menu item. Sides were equally good too! Kabob was a little dry :/ Desserts were average but tasted oh so good with strawberry hookah. Curiously, about half of the tables were reserved on a Friday night, but they sat us at an attractive window seat. read more

What a great place! Really friendly staff, huge hookah selection, and a full menu/bar?! WHAAAAT. Will definitely make the trip to this hookah bar again, so worth it. Also, make a reservation if you're going to be coming on a Friday/Saturday night. read more

Love Hubble! Great place for a date, or to kick it with friends. What more do you need? You can stuff your face, get tipsy and smoke good hookah all in the same place?! I'm a fan for life! Gotta call my girls, we will def. be returning sometime during X-mas break! :) P.S: Make a reservation, if you go on the weekends, it can get pretty crowded. Also, if you're driving, parking can be a pain in the ass. read more

Five stars for the hookah and the ambience, which is always lively despite the somewhat removed location. All the flavors I have had are delicious and the workers are good about refilling the coals. Four stars because, generally, the service isn't that great. I have come here multiple times and yet once I was not allowed in because my ID was two weeks expired. Considering that I am 21 years old, that seemed ridiculous to me. I understand it could be a liability to the place, but I showed a college ID and other proof of identification (my debit card and work ID) to no avail. The employees seem to take themselves too seriously. Still, the pros definitely outweigh the cons. They also allow 3 people to a hookah, which is great after experiencing the pain of places that only allow 2 to a hookah. Don't let the location deter you, stop by! read more

In a not so appealing location this hookah spot blew me away. The inside is so nice, beautifully designed with a romantic feel. Finally a hookah spot that has a full bar not BYOB. There are a lot of places like this in other states but not that many in Chicago. The first thing you notice when you walk in is that this place is not smoky like many other hookah places, its well vented which is great. I didn't try the food but heard its great. This spot has it all food, drinks, teas, and hookah which all mesh into my kinda night! read more

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I'm not much of a hookah smoker, but I've found myself here a few times after a late night with friends. The setup is a bit different then your typical hookah lounge in that it's set up as more of a lounge/restaurant, so there's no floor seating or curtained rooms. I actually liked it though because sometimes I'm just not in the mood for all of that and I'm more comfortable sitting in a comfy booth. I haven't tried any of the entrees as of yet, but the appetizers I've tried have been tasty. If you're looking for a flavor recommendation, the pirate's cove was nice and smooth. read more

Went here for the first time last night with friends, and I can see why they have chosen this place as our new hangout! The food is fantastic, the coffee a great way to wake up after the mellow of the hookah, and the hookahs are fantastic. We did have a leaky one, but it wasn't a big deal. The flavors are strong and fun to experiment with. With no cover charge like a lot of other hookah bars in the area, this place is very reasonable at around 17 bucks a hookah (that you can share with many others, we had 2 for a group of 5), and around 10 bucks for food. With a coke, a coffee, my share of 4 total hookah flavors, a full meal and a generous tip, I paid about $28. To respond to complains about the service, there was only one waitress working at a time and she did her best. It did take a bit of time for the things we ordered, but at such a mellow place, we weren't in a hurry. Every time the waitress came to our table, she had a smile on her face and was eager to hear our reactions to the flavors and food. To respond to Andrea M's post, the cigarette smoke in such an intimate location with so many other flavors and scents already wafting around would be uncomfortable and harsh to everyone else. read more

Everything about this place is AMAZING! Got there at 7:45 not very many people, but around 8:15 it started getting busy. The wait staff were very attentive and with this being a first time dining here they gave very good recommendations. Will definitely be back! read more

We took a cab here the Weds before Thanksgiving. Our first mistake was not making a reservation, but after waiting about 20-30 mins, we were lucky to nab the last available table before they stopped seating. My sister wanted to try a new hookah flavor. (We usually stick to strawberry, my fav.) We ordered the chocolate strawberry. It was not good. Our waitress was kind enough to let us switch it out, since we let her know right away. Food was delicious. Had the falafel sandwich, & for a few $ more, substituted a green salad in place the fries. Drinks were good, but a bit pricey for this area. Our second mistake was not booking the cab back right away. Cabs are not plentiful in this neighborhood. Wait times were 45 mins due to the holiday. The manager was super helpful, & tried to call on our behalf when we weren't having any luck. They were closing, but thankfully, he didn't put us out in the cold! Will be back with a reservation, & a ride home booked next time! read more

First Impression: Nice looking lounge. Small, but nice. You're seated...only to find you're NOT allowed to SMOKE in a HOOKAH LOUNGE?!? Oxymoron, don't you think? Hypocritical, if you ask me. That instantly pissed me off! Hookah: Weak. Overall: Too expensive for what you get. It's a waste of money. Go somewhere else. Service wasn't that great either. I came here a couple years ago (3-4). Never came back. read more

The Good: My night here started off great. They have a pretty good selection of loose leaf teas - which I appreciate. The guy at the front was very nice and helpful. These two things are the only reason this place is getting two stars from me. The Bad: Everyone at my party was saying that the hookahs were harsh - not something I would want at a hookah place. Now, the hookah for me is a not a big deal. They had a pretty big menu, and I was excited to eat some food. I hadn't had Shawarma is about a year, so was happy to see it on the menu. Well....about 1hr 30min later, i got my "shawarma" plate. And let me tell you, it did not look like shawarma. Looked like ground beef and tasted like it was cooked in white wine. Very disappointing, both on the quality/taste aspect, and the fact that it took AN HOUR AND A HALF to get my food. Are you kidding me? The place wasn't even full. There were about 3 tables with nobody sitting there. Not coming back here. read more

Great food, hookah, and atmosphere! My boyfriend and I went on a Saturday night, we sat at the bar and enjoyed a small hookah and burgers. The food was delicious. The bar tender was very friendly. Lighting is dim, but it set the mood for a chill vibe. I'd like to sit at the booths next time around. I think it's best to make reservations as they seemed booked. I would say this is a great place to go with a group of friends as booths are really spacious. read more

Last Sunday I went here with a group of friends to indulge in hookah, drinks and food :)...We boldly tried the flavors: Black Grape, Caramel Macchiato, and Pineapple Express. All were really good. The prices are a little more (not that much more) than my usual hookah spot but it was well worth it. I tried the wings and they were delish...my friends also had really good appetizers...overall food seemed to be good. We had great customer service and the bartender even turned the tv to the Knicks game so our NY friend could watch...I will definitely come here again... but I've heard it gets pretty busy on the weekends so make a reservation if you can. read more

Hubble Hookah feels like home to me. Matt and Cindy are super awesome and helpful when it comes to choosing a flavor that enhances my palette. Aside from the great hookah selections, their food is phenomenal. Try their pita chips when going. The only con about this place is that they don't split checks. Otherwise I would bring everyone! read more

By far the best hookah lounge I have been to. Best looking, best atmosphere, great food, great drinks and the best staff. Definitely worth the visit and repeating. Definitely check this place out. read more

Hubble Hookah - Chicken Kabobs.. Mmmmmm - Middle Eastern Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Welcoming and charming atmosphere. It is a great spot to just hang out and catch up about the week, or just to be by yourself. The customer service for all the times I've gone here was great. The employees always make sure you are good and comfortable (placing fresh coals). Would definitely recommend to come here to smoke and chill. read more

I've been visiting Hubble Hookah for 5+ years and this place is phenomenal. The combination of relaxing atmosphere, excellent food, high quality and range of micro brewery beer, top shelf liquor and mixed drinks and good tobacco makes this bar a perfect place for a date, a night out with friends or a place to relax alone. The options for hookah flavors are extensive and there isn't a bad flavor on the menu. Couple that with the fact that you can combine flavors for an incredibly small charge gives one a wide ranging palate with which to work. The food is outstanding and the menu is always expanding. The shawarma sandwich is a staple dish and the appetizers, ranging from calamari to hummus to buffalo wings to spinach artichoke dip are exceptional. The owner is great at rotating his beer selections and doesn't give you the option of having a bad beer. Dogfish Head, New Holland and Three Floyds brews are always readily available. They also have a good selection of higher end bourbons. If beer and hard liquor aren't your fare, there are plenty of mixed drinks from which to choose, all of which taste as good as losing your virginity feels. Try Angie's White Russian; I have yet to have a better one. The servers, waitresses and bartenders at Hubble are all very accommodating, friendly and prompt with their service. Rarely am I left waiting or wanting service, even when it gets jam packed on the weekends. Without a doubt, one of the treasures of the Dunning neighborhood and Chicago in general! read more

Place and hookah is good, but customer service is poor. All people who work there are rude and disrespectful. Hostess behaved like we owed him something. read more

My favorite hookah bar around! They have great hookahs for average prices but a wide variety to pick from. The service is always excellent from the host to the man coming around to switch coals. I like that their is a range of different seatings depending on if you want to sit at the bar, a regular table or are with a large group. The place is always clean. The mixed drinks are alright but not my favorite. The hummus plate, buffalo chicken dip, and calamari are all great. read more