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    Nubia

    4.2 (521 reviews)
    Closed 4:30 pm - 3:30 am (Next day)

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    NUBIA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Loud
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Reagan P.

    If you know, you know!! Nubia Cafe is one of those spots that's been around forever for a reason. We came here around 7pm and the place was already packed, inside and out. There's a constant buzz of people catching up, music playing softly in the background, and lots and lots of hookah!! This is a true late-night lounge. The kind of place where you don't just eat and leave, you really hang out. For a long time. I feel that more people need to know how good their drinks & food is though, aside from just the hookah!! We ordered mint lemonade, sugarcane juice, and Karak tea to start. All three were legit, but the Karak was the standout!! Creamy, spiced, and strong without being bitter. For food, we got the lamb shank kabsa, chicken kofta plate, and arayes. The lamb was fall-off-the-bone and flavorful, sitting on a huge bed of seasoned rice. The kofta was juicy and well-spiced. Arayes were crispy on the outside and stuffed with ground meat... simple but satisfying. We ended with the kunafa cream, and honestly, that alone is worth coming back for. It was huge!!! Gooey, warm, and sweet without being too heavy. I LOVED THIS!! This place isn't fancy, but it doesn't need to be. It's consistent, it's full of life, and it gives you exactly what you came for. Definitely one of Anaheim's most iconic late-night spots.

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    Maged A.

    If you're craving a taste of home-style Mediterranean and Egyptian food, Nubia Café is the place to be! The menu is packed with authentic flavors, from perfectly seasoned koshary to rich and hearty molokhia, kabsa bringing a true Egyptian touch to Anaheim. Their Mediterranean dishes are also on point, with fresh ingredients and bold spices that make every bite memorable. Whether you're coming for a full meal or just to enjoy the cozy atmosphere with some tea and hookah, Nubia Café delivers a welcoming vibe and quality food every time. The service is amazing Highly recommended for anyone looking for authentic Egyptian & Mediterranean flavors in Orange County!

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    Ayoub A.

    Nubia is one of the few places in socal where you can still get a meal and enjoy hookah, which makes it worth considering. The food was good, not amazing, but we enjoyed it. Prices are around $20-$30 per plate and another $30 for hookah, so not the most budget-friendly option, but it's decent. The outside of the place looks a little worn, but inside, the atmosphere is decent. It gets crowded, and the staff is friendly but really busy, so service can feel a bit rushed. The people hanging out were cool, and the overall vibe was relaxed. The Lamoon Nana (lemon mint smoothie), is a must have, it's super refreshing and pairs very well with your meal or hookah. If you're looking for a spot to smoke hookah and have a meal, it's a decent choice!

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    Andrew M.

    I mean if you're looking for the OG middle eastern experience, don't look past Nubia. Been coming to this place for more than 10 years and it never disappoints. Food is delicious, service is good. Hookah is great, and environment makes you feel like you're back in the Middle East. 10/10

    Ruby G.

    This place is horrible. On the weekends you have to spend 20$ each. They are now charging for everything that they can such as the hose for the hookah. The food is not good I would not recommend but service is pretty good. Karak chai is too sweet and when asked to filter or put less sugar no one listens. There are creepy people staring you down when you walk to the bathroom lol. Then when we left they charged us a 20$ tip so our total was different then what it says on the receipt. Go somewhere else!

    Total what i paid is $264 while on the online checkout it was total 209, roughly $40 variance !!!

    Disappointing Experience - Hidden Fees & Poor Transparency I visited Nubia Café in Anaheim with a group of five, and we were initially asked to order through a QR code menu at our table. Everything seemed fine until checkout, where we were unexpectedly told to pay at the cashier--even though we had already entered our payment details via Apple Pay. When we checked the receipts, we noticed a 15% additional charge that was never disclosed beforehand. There was no sign or note on the table menu stating that groups of five or more would be charged extra. When I asked about it, the staff told me that only their personal phone menu had this information--which makes no sense, since customers are scanning the QR code on the table, not their phones. When I asked how I could file a complaint or speak to a manager, the employee told me that "nobody is in charge here" and that I would have to come back on Tuesday if I wanted to speak to someone. On top of that, they simply told me "there's nothing we can do." The lack of transparency and dismissive attitude from the staff make this place feel dishonest. I won't be returning and would caution others to check their bills carefully before paying.

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    Tara M.

    If you are an expat specifically and specially from Gulf region do not miss to visit this place. I have been living in LA since 2016 and the only place I know where I can go sit and relax and can enjoy fresh food like chicken kabab, shawarma, Kunafah and most importantly awesome Karak (milk) tea so this is the place. And I am sure For Hookah lovers too because I don't drink hookah. This place has its own special vibe. Excellent customer service. If you want to celebrate cute and inexpensive surprise birthday party please just let the manager know and you can order a slice of cake (or you can bring ) he will arrange a cake with candle and a patent birthday song. I wish I can give this place 10 stars

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    Thank you Best Nader in the world!!

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    5 months ago

    Tea used to be good.. basically got sugar water for $7.50 this past visit. Won't be coming back

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    Alaa K.

    Hello Nikita , I am sorry what sugar water ?

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    This place is great. Good atmosphere. Excellent, attentive service. The chicken kabob sandwich & lamb were awesome.

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    Beware. If you come on a weekend and dine in, you will be overcharged. Food is good but already overpriced.

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    Alaa K.

    Sorry how were you over charged!

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    Chill spot to have some mint tea and fries while smoking hookah with friends. It's a relaxed vibe

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    9 months ago

    اجواء تخبل بصراحه احلى كوفي واجواء عربيه ب انهايم نمبر وامن احنا من عشاق هذا المكان الجميل

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    11 months ago

    Exelent service fresh tasty food and best tea and Turkish coffee in town. Big and clean dinning room.

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    Great food hookah and ambience!! Always great service no matter how busy they are. Moe made sure we were extremely taken care of!

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    Ask the Community - Nubia

    Are they open for dine in?What time do they close?

    Open for dine in and open during normal business hours

    I've been going to Nubia's every week for the past four years but now do not live in SoCal anymore and it's only been a week and I'm already dying for Kushari Chai. Does anyone know how I can make it at home?

    I'd probably think it's black tea, with mint leaves, some cardamom, and tea leaves. Of course add milk and/or sugar.

    Are you able to make reservations for a large group ? Do they allow you to bring cake or have birthday cake to serve?

    Yes, you can call ahead of time and they'll reserve a table for your group. You can bring a birthday cake with you, but plz do purchase hookahs and drinks there!

    18+ or 21+?

    21+

    Is there a poetry night or something along the lines of that? i would love to attend

    Absolutely not and the place is better off for it. They don't need gimmicks like a poetry night or belly dancers to woo customers bc of the strong the Arab and Desi clientele that supports this place.

    Is there any halal options?

    Everything on the menu is halal last I checked and they don't serve any pork or alcohol either so even the strictest Muslims are good to go

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    Review Highlights - Nubia

    The place is traditional Middle eastern, the food is kind of good, order the chicken cave and hummus with meat.

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