Worst hookah lounge in town by far. The service was incredibly slow, the staff seemed completely indifferent, and the overall atmosphere was entirely lacking. Definitely would not recommend wasting your time or money here. read more

If you're looking for a chill spot to hangout and do something, I recommend hookah. This is the best place in town. They have both inside and outside seating. Outside has heaters or misters depending on the season. If you're in the mood to play some games like cards and dominoes. Just ask the staff. The hookah lasts a while and they check on you periodically. They have a good array of flavors. Melon is our go to. There isn't food but if you want a bite you can bring food to munch on just not outside drinks. Enjoy your chill night here! read more

Finally a good hookah spot! Very impressed. Great service and a nice calm vibe. I was able to take a conference call here without a problem. Thank you all! read more

In almost 20 years of going to hookah lounges in multiple different states and smoking hookah at home, this has to be top 2 worst hookah lounge i have ever been to. First the couch had a sharp nail that went through the cushion and punctured my pants and skin as soon as i sat down. The couches and seating in general were horrible and not comfortable or even appealing to look at. Then the nescafe i ordered didn't have any taste and they brought it out scolding hot that it was impossible to drink for almost 10 minutes. Now the hookah was packed very wrong and by the aftertaste of the hookah i can say that these hookahs are not cleaned properly. There was a very bad aftertaste that you will only get if you have a dirty hookah. Overall the atmosphere, environment, seating, hookah, customer service was all a huge fail. Health department definitely needs to be contacted regarding this establishment as there is no way they are up to code. read more

Really chill place and nice to be with friends and stuff and they got really good drinks

A great place to hangout with friends and spend some good time. I like the hookah over there. I like to smoke alfhaker double apple. The staff are kind and friendly. They sell hookah flavors and coals. read more

Love Memo's & the staff! Honestly you can get hookah at any old place but you can get the BEST at Memo's. My boyfriend and I dont go as often as we want to, but everytime we do it's awesome. The environment is really nice - beautiful light fixtures, lots of open, comfy seating, and a good mix of music. Service is very prompt even when the staff is running around like crazy. Lydia is AWESOME. She has such a wonderful personality. She connects with anyone so easily and her service is second to none. She's a joy to talk to and, when she catches her breath from working extremely hard, she has such a positive attitude and great smile that you have even more fun. Her smile, friendly/warm attitude, and stellar customer service lights up the whole room. She's an absolute pleasure to have around and such a bundle of fun. There are tons of great hookah flavors to choose from and you can mix and match! My bf and I loved the citrus mint and wild mint Starbuzz flavor we had tonight. The staff is always on point too about recommendations. I love that they get creative liberty too. Aziz told us about his amazing super mint shisha mix that he dubbed "The Aziz Special". We were more into fruity flavors then but next time we go in we definitely want to try it. He's always wonderful and friendly as well. Super outgoing and just has a great personality. He's very knowledgable and always ready to help or joke around. The owner is always involved and is very helpful too - one time he even offered to go out and grab us a flavor of shisha that he was out of when we wanted to buy some for home. Who offers that?! Great selection of shisha, hookahs, and accessories to take home too. Overall, stellar service. Neat, clean, efficient hookahs. Clean and cool environment - never feels stuffy or warm no matter how many people are in there. Always some one on the floor tending to customers which is so nice to see. Everyone is approachable, the vibe is great, the other customers seem so happy, and the flavors are awesome. Honestly this place made hookah so much fun for us! We had been to a couple other places and even set up our hookah at home. There's nothing like kicking back at a cozy lounge with amazing service though and just relaxing with some good music and company. read more

Went to this place for the first time on Friday, it had a good rating on here, so decided to check it out. All the servers were super nice, checked on us and we also met the one owner who took care of us. Now we went back yesterday night, and it was not the same... Our hookah was not on point, the other owner who seemed younger told us it wasn't their fault the hookah tasted bad, no flavor.. Just smoke. Four things I don't like about this hookah bar. 1: We checked it out first of all because of the basic hookah was $10.99, we didn't know there was extra fees so it added to be more.. 2: You have to buy a drink per person you have with you. Or they charge you a $2.00 cover per person. 3: They charge a 10% gratitude on every bill. 4: When you do get a drink, they bring a cup with ice on top of your bottled drink.. Looked at the bill and they charge $0.50 for a CUP OF ICE?! Not really worth the price, but the one owner was super nice. read more

So, when I tried to check in here last night, I found that the other Memo's Cafe on Yelp is located on the wrong place on the map and was unable to. Therefore I am being forced to relocate my review to make it geographically accurate! I am going to update it as well: Memo's has quickly become my only hookah spot. Between the excellent Shisha, the attentive coal-changing, and the varying atmospheres depending on the evening, I would highly recommend Memo to take care of any of your hookah needs. The best night that I've been to so far is definitely Tuesday, Kareoke night. There was literally an entire dance floor getting down, and to see such a sight without the addition of alcohol is definitely nuts! The Kareaoke was actually really good, although there's no way I'd have the guts to get up there myself without a few Cue Club long islands. I generally go for Memo's blend for Shisha, but there is a wide selection and they use Al Fakher, which is my favorite brand as well. There is a drink minimum, but water counts and is only two bucks. Overall, definitely the best place I've been at - great atmosphere, and it's been getting packed recently which makes you feel like you're out, even without a hangover in the morning! read more

This Hooka bar is hidden in a ghetto shopping center behind a Burger King. The staff is not very inviting and seems agitated by having to help customers initially. Once you have ordered and just need your coals tweaked, there seems to be a shift to more pleasant service. The environment is comfortable. If you go early, they will usually be watching a movie on the several screens. Later in the day/evening the place switches to pop music that is not too too loud, so it is still possible to talk with your friends sitting around you. The Hooka itself is fine. I'm no connoisseur of Hooka but is seems good enough. read more

I would consider myself pretty traveled in the land of hookah lounges and I liked this place +the layout is good. you can either sit at a table to play some cards or whatever OR you can sit in one of the couch-booth areas. +the staff is great. Always attentive and willing to answer questions about the shisha +if you want to have a solo night this place is a good spot since no one will bug you and you can peacefully hang out and smoke by yourself The only thing I didn't like from a few times I went was that they weren't playing middle eastern music. I know some people complain about that music, but are you serious? That's part of the culture, if you don't like it, don't go to a middle eastern spot. That would be like eating at a taqueria and getting annoyed that they're playing latin music. read more

Memo's is awesome, every time I go I have so much fun. The flavors of hookah that they have are unmatched anywhere. Their seating area could be a little bit more comfortable. But other than that this place is perfect. read more

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I love coming here, people are so friendly and the hookah is great! My favorite is the NyQuil... Their house mix. I loved it so much I bought my hookah and kept it here because I study here while I smoke hookah. Along with drinks, tea, soda, water, soft drinks etc; they also have goodies to munch on :) free wifi, and weekends they have belly dancers too. Make new friends in this comfortable atmosphere read more

Great place to go to .. Top notch Quillity and great coals . Staff is pretty reliable on coals so you don't have to wait for coals or you don't have to worry about them forgetting about you . read more

Memos cafe is awesome! That manager....wow she is fantastic! Never a dull moment! I just wanna hang out with her and the coworkers all the time! They are so great! Yay hookah! They are fun people to be around! (Also I heard they are getting a llama !) read more

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Our first time in a hookah lounge so I do not know what to expect. I can say Aziz was very friendly and kind in explaining how to it all works. He made a mint and bubble gum mix that was very good. read more

I have been going to Memo's for years now as a regular everyday. People always ask me why I go there all the time when I can go some place else. I'll explain because I know the cafe better than the people who only went a few times and decided to bash on the cafe and it's owners. This may seem long, but I promise very informative! :) I go there because as a female, I know I am safe. The owners and the workers there will protect any female who walks in that door. If a female feels uncomfortable about anything, they will fix it instantly and I have seen it happen before. I also go there because I get treated very well. I get my hookah and coals on time. I don't have to wait twenty minutes for coals like some other places. I also go there because my hookah will last me for a long time. Also, as a student, the environment during the week is very calm and quiet. It is an amazing place for me to study. The tables are perfect desks and the chairs are comfortable so my back doesn't hurt. People will complain about the pricing, which is bogus. There is a beautiful pink sign by the register that says "Tax and Tip included." How much more obvious does it get? That's another great thing about Memo's cafe. They won't let their employees work all night for a few dollars in tips. No matter what anyone says, we all know it is not fair. I used to go to other hookah bars, and being better than the people who decided to leave nasty comments, I didn't do that. But I can come up with an enormous amount of reasons why I choose Memo's Cafe over any other hookah bar. With that being said, if you are looking for a place to be comfortable at, smoke great hookah, study during the week, party during the weekend, sing karaoke, play cards, or even to just sit alone, Memo's Cafe is the spot for any type of customer. read more

I have to disagree with JK from the first time I went to Memo's it felt like home. The service is amazing the are constantly making sure your hookah is hot. Their are arab guys there but then again it is a Hookah lounge so if you don't want to see arab guys why don't you go somewhere that doesn't have so much to do with the arab culture. All the guys I have ever met there have been respectful and nice. The best part about Memo's Cafe is Memo!!! He is so fun and interacts with all the customers. The FLAVORS are the main reason I go try his special blends they are amazing. I love the themed nights he has there is belly dance nights, Sunday is movie night where he plays movies on a big screen and now he has belly dance lessons I LOVE THIS place. Best Hookah in town. read more

I went to the opening night this past friday night. This place was ok. They had some good eastern music, but for the most part, the DJ just played Top 40 radio hits and played them way too loud. GROSS! However, they do have a wide selection of Hookah tobacco, and the setup of the place was nice. I'd say check it out, see what you think. The music might be better on other nights. read more

I loved this hookah lounge. I went with my boyfriend, who has smoked hookah before (it was my first time personally). Great place for those who are just starting out on hookah. We got the mint + double apple. They even provided ice in it (says on the menu it's 50 cents extra; I think that's just if you want more later on maybe?). Well prepared, great environment, not very loud and obnoxious. Was filled with older-generation people as well so not very rowdy. Nice dim lights, arabic house music playing later on in the night. read more

Great service & great hookah Never disappoints me and it's not too crowded that we can have a nice conversation with people

This was a nice hookah lounge and the food was great. The customer service was really nice as well especially for my friend who had no idea what hookah was. Me and my friends had a good time here. Will come back again. read more

The best hookah lounge in Tempe!!! I like the owner he is very friendly and makes you feel at home. Location is great as well. But the hookah is amazing!!!! When my friends and family come in from out of town I take them to this hookah lounge. Great place and great smoke read more

Memos is the best spot for smoking hookah by far ! The hookah there is amazing they are rite when they say u tried the rest now try the best ! The service is amazing and the staff is friendly and always there asking customers if try are good always giving coals. The place is clean and relaxing. Also the prices are the cheapest than any other hookah bar in town they care about the customers always no matter what ! If your in the mood to relax and enjoy an amazing hookah go to memos an trust me u will never go anywhere else ! read more

Memos is the most spacious and cleanest hookah place I have been to. Their flavor choices are broad and atmosphere is very relaxing.

Horrible place. The place always makes you feel sleepy. And you cannot be social because the music is so loud that you can only talk to the person next to you. And that's still by yelling in their ear. The hookah is good, not amazing, but good. But the reason I hate this place is because they always overcharge you. Do me a favor and ask for the receipt instead of just paying. There are hidden charges like icing your hookah and other stuff which they automatically charge you for even though you never asked for it. EVERY SINGLE TIME. When they have a DJ and dancing on Friday night or something, it could be fun. But they still overcharge you without telling you. And they add a tip automatically etc etc. Just ask for the receipt when you pay and you will see. read more

I have been coming here for years and I love it. The flavors are great and the service is awesome! I usually order the flavor NyQuil which is minty and a little fruity. read more

i've been here a few times, only because my friends dragged me along. But I swore I will never come here again. Why? -The ugly orange walls and fluorescent lights almost give me a seizure. -They try to be a night club for 18 year olds, consequently they lost touch with the "hookah lounge" vibe. -Their hookahs taste like I'm smoking out of a filthy shoe. -They are the most expensive hookah bar in the area. -Not only are they the most expensive hookah bar in the area, but they try to get away with ripping you off if you're not careful. read more

This is by far the best Hookah bar in Tempe for the young crowd. There Hookahs are one of the best in the area and atmosphere is not too quite or too loud, but just right. They play a variety of music including Arabic, Hip hop and rock. Some days more than others, depending on the mood and atmosphere. On weekends, they have lots of people, but is still not too crowded. If you wanna smoke good hookah, and enjoy your night, Memo's is the place to be. read more

Decided to make a visit here during a 5 hour layover in Phoenix. One quick taxi ride from PHX and my hookah was ready to go. Very comfortable atmosphere, great ambiance, fantastic service, hookah flavors totally on point. These guys know what they're doing. I'm from LA where hookah lounges are a dime a dozen, this was an awesome find. Def give them a go. read more

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After going serval weeks in a row to watch Sunday, Monday, and Thursday night football they have nothing worth going back for. The staff was quite and a little slow. They have a few customers who they personally know and are there almost every time I went. Thoes individuals were rude all together. Had a hookah bowl that sucked straight through the hose and they did nothing for the price and some how it came out to be more than the normal price??? So I would not recommended this lounge. I'm definitely not going back! Good luck guys. read more

They have a wide variety of flavors and the place has a great atmosphere. The only reason I did not give this place 5 stars is because of the last time we visited memos on Saturday, the employee who made us the hookah was not very friendly and the hookah was under average. Lydia is my favorite server of all time, she's very fun to talk too and is always refreshing our coals. We revisited today and the service was amazing and our hookah was phenomenal, we asked the hookah guy to make us anything fruity and it tasted amazing ! Will be returning ! read more

The service is 10 out of 10 .. The manager is always in the cafe and make sure his regulars get what they need exactly! The vibe of the place is perfect for groups. And I can confidently say it is one of the top hookah bars "Shisha" wise. Prices are also good compared to other hookah lounges. read more

Decent setting, decent service. The shisha is okay for those who are not overly versed in Hookahs. I overall really enjoy going here, but the thing holding it back from being four or five stars is the prices. They really gouge you, going upwards of $17 for a one hose bowl. Decent music, and some high def TVs lining the walls. Good location, sometimes a little hard to spot if you aren't directly looking for Memos. The manager is a cool guy. read more

OK so this place is.... somewhat OK if you like middle eastern music. I suggest the great hookah selections. they range from berry to marsh mellow and strange vanilla. Sometimes the place turns into a dance floor and the owners make its very welcoming when they ask you to dance. Memos is the type of place to be when your looking for a place to chill with your friends, its not quiet but you ll enjoy the modern middle eastern experience. read more

Great place to come and relax. Use to come here when I was attending ASU and now I work near by and it's still great. Good service, good quality, and friendly staff. Highly recommend this place to anyone who loves hookah. They also have karaoke on Tuesdays and belly dancers on occasion. They also have supplies and hookah for purchase. Much better than other hookah lounges. Owner is almost always here making sure everyone is taken care of. Love this place!!! read more

The best hookah lounge in town. Very relaxing service is amazing great and friendly workers always welcoming. I recommend memos to everyone two thumbs up. read more

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I have been going to Memo's for years now as a regular everyday. People always ask me why I go there all the time when I can go some place else. I'll explain because I know the cafe better than the people who only went a few times and decided to bash on the cafe and it's owners. This may seem long, but I promise very informative! :) The owners and the workers there will protect any female who walks in that door. If a female feels uncomfortable about anything, they will fix it instantly and I have seen it happen before. I also go there because I get treated very well. I get my hookah and coals on time. I don't have to wait twenty minutes for coals like some other places. I also go there because my hookah will last me for a long time. Also, as a student, the environment during the week is very calm and quiet. It is an amazing place for me to study. The tables are perfect desks and the chairs are comfortable so my back doesn't hurt. People will complain about the pricing, which is bogus. There is a beautiful pink sign by the register that says "Tax and Tip included." How much more obvious does it get? That's another great thing about Memo's cafe. They won't let their employees work all night for a few dollars in tips. No matter what anyone says, we all know it is not fair. I used to go to other hookah bars, and being better than the people who decided to leave nasty comments, I didn't do that. But I can come up with an enormous amount of reasons why I choose Memo's Cafe over any other hookah bar. With that being said, if you are looking for a place to be comfortable at, smoke great hookah, study during the week, party during the weekend, sing karaoke, play cards, or even to just sit alone, Memo's Cafe is the spot for any type of customer. read more

Great hookah lounge. Comfortable environment with amazing service. The hookahs are great and all their in house custom mixes all taste delicious! Their hookahs are clean and cold giving you a truly flavorful smoke to make you want to come back for more. read more

So, I used to go to Memos a lot. I met Memo and he is a really cool dude! I have a nickname for The balding dude with Green eyes, "STRIPES!" cause last time I saw him he was wearing a striped T-shirt and he is #SOCUTE! Anyways the middle eastern music is Amazing!! I dislike when they play todays music. Also, Muhammed is so lame! He is the older dude that brings the heat.. Ugly dude!! Ugh! Freaking Psychotic dude!! Overall it's a pretty good place to chill. They do however make you get a drink when you don't want one and NEVER! I repeat NEVER!! EVER!! use a credit or debit card because they charge you double your bill. Seriously, no joke! read more