My boyfriend and I stopped here on a Thursday afternoon. We were surprised that they had free…read moreparking/lot specifically cause it's downtown. I will say parking is limited, especially when they start to get busy since there aren't a lot of spots available in front of the store. We settled on getting pineapple flavor, we definitely recommend. Please note that there is a charge if you use a credit card. Be sure to bring cash. There are some drink options available. While we were there, they had soccer game playing. A lot of people have brought their laptops and we're working and are doing whatever they do there. It seemed like a very chill place and definitely had a lot of regulars

The most chill hookah lounge I've ever been to…read more My hoohah experiences are from Las Vegas and Orange County, where the music is loud, dark rooms/neon lights, customers are dolled up, and people are laughing/drinking/eating. Not this place. It's quiet, brightly lit, and no drunken shenanigans. They serve soft drinks and hot tea. It's definitely a much welcomed break for my old butt. Friendly staff and simple setup. Literally a couple chairs and stools sprinkled around the shop and people just huddle around a hookah and have quiet conversations. I don't remember seeing anyone eating, but I know they have a couple snacks for sale.

This place is chill and has more space than it looks like from the outside…read more My boyfriend and I showed up at opening and there was a delay. We didn't get inside until 20 mins with the rest of the crowd of 5 other people. We got our hookah and it was decent. We got one drink for hookah. Not a large selection but definitely have options for nonalcoholic drinks The music was on point to listen to. They also had a few tvs going with a movie and a basketball came. I like the other Mr hookah location out in Gresham better but this one serves the purpose if you need a hookah fix

Love this place good vibes relaxing clean and workers are all nice professional and have good…read morerecommendations

The food was beautifully presented and full of flavor. The service was special making us feel cared…read morefor. One very very picky eater in our group absolutely loved the hummus- warm fresh bread- rice. Absolutely would recommend this place.

5 starts just for having one of my favorite dishes! I was in Portland for work and my friend and I…read morestopped here for dinner. It's a small place with dim lighting and a handful of tables. We were seated quickly and greeted warmly. There is a nice selection of imported drinks and beers if that's your thing. My friend ordered the lamb shawarma and the portion was really good - lots of meat with rice. I went off the a la carte menu and got stuffed cabbage, 2 pieces of falafel, and a meat pie. My food came with a large piece of freshly baked pita. It was piping hot and the perfect implement to eat my dinner. The meat pie was probably my least favorite because I prefer mine with a tahini sauce and the bread was a little soggy. But the flavor was there and great. The falafel was dense and tasty and came with a tahini sauce to dip in. But my favorite was by far the stuffed cabbage or malfoof. Stuffed cabbage is one of my favorite Arabic dishes and I rarely make it because of how much time it takes. I enjoyed every single bite of that cabbage roll and now it's renewed my resolve to make some at home. All in all - nice staff, good food, quaint place. Definitely check it out!

Tried Nicholas Restaurant in Portland and went with the gyro and babaganoush…read more The gyro was really solid--tender, well-seasoned meat with that classic savory flavor, wrapped up with fresh toppings and sauce that tied it all together. The babaganoush was smooth, smoky, and super flavorful without being too heavy. Portions were generous and everything came out fresh. It's one of those spots that feels consistently reliable when you're craving good Mediterranean food done right. Definitely a place I'd go back to for a casual but satisfying meal.

While visiting family in Portland, we came here for dinner and I can immediately see why my family…read morelove it! Nicholas Restaurant has a really cute, welcoming vibe, with outdoor tables and plenty of seating inside. They have a great selection of drinks, and I decided to try the house Arnold Palmer--made with fresh lemonade and cinnamon mint iced tea. It was unique and really refreshing. We started with a few appetizers for the table: hummus, tzatziki, and falafel balls. Everything came out quickly and was a hit. The hummus tasted incredibly fresh, the tzatziki had a nice tangy kick, and the falafel balls were perfectly crispy and flavorful. For my main, I ordered the chicken breast kabob plate, which came with two skewers, rice, tzatziki, and garlic sauce. The chicken was incredibly tender and cooked just right. Overall, a great meal with fresh, flavorful food and a relaxed atmosphere. I can definitely see why my family keeps coming back--this spot is well worth a visit.

The owner is so kind and the food is amazingly delicious! I can't wait to try everything on the…read moremenu.

Stopped by here for a quick snack before I headed off to the airport because it was recommended by…read moreEater... maybe I ordered the wrong thing or just got done dirty by Eater but I really couldn't finish my food. Got the falafel plate and za'atar fries and I swear they were just frozen foods reheated and put on a plate with a little garnish. Fries tasted just like OreIda crinkle cut fries with za'atar tossed on the top which were just gross and a whopping $8 (a bag is $4 at Walmart). The falafel was definitely also frozen and reheated, rock hard and flavorless. Maybe they're better at meat dishes but I can't recommend this place based on my experience.

LMAO don't u think if smoking for the last 30 min would be my call to make if it was wasting my…read moretime or money?????? u guys are more of a joke then I though!! Your a business!! $$ is ur ultimate goal... it's obvious the staff was lazy and wanted to go home! Good customer service always makes exceptions for customers. It was 1 am (I think I would know since I was the frustrated angry customer) AND even if u closed in 30 min, WOULD IT kill u if you gave us 10 min extra while u took care of other closing shift duties. As a matter of fact, I ended up calling another lounge that was closing same time as u and they didn't hesitate accepting us. You guys ended up doing us a favor anyway! Genie shit is what u are!!! We were visiting from California and wanted to enjoy the Portland/Tigard city area....we never experienced disrespect, like the one u showed us in Any fucking hookah lounge down in LA!!! I smoke hookah daily. I knew the Time u we're closing and knew exactly what I was getting myself into. Clearly I have money to spend and no more time to waste on ur dumbass!!!!!! And to even have someone from ur business defend themselves 'nancy' the way u did .... I rest my case

For me genies is not a hookah bar, it's family. So many of us come to smoke on a regular basis. And…read moreso If your new and you stop in... It's all the weird people, don't be afraid that's just how we are. We are all very close and a matter of a fact so close people ask me how long I have worked for genies... Answer is never, never have I officially worked here. But when your at your house with your family and your mom asks you to grab her a glass of water, you do it. Well same for me. I am closer with most the people here then I am with some of my own family. On that note let's talk about the staff that does work currently at genies. Owner- Rashid You will never find someone who cares for you as much as him.... As long as you don't piss him off your good! I have watched bless peoples lives. He has always tried to make genies better and better. Which is not needed cause it's already the best in Portland. He has made the entire inside look wonderful since he started owning it. Fresh paint, new chairs... all this year. Has planned special parties. If it's your birthday and you have a group he is always taking care of birthdays. I call him my brother, cause he is always there for me when I need him. And if your new I suggest you ask the staff who he is and get to know him cause he will always be happy to talk to you. Connor "simba" What to say about Connor.... Well first off you should probably just call him simba cause everyone else already does. He is the skinny white guy with long hair. And he is a PRO at making hookah. You like mint, always ask Connor to make it. He is a down to earth guy who I also consider to be an awesome friend. Also disclaimer, mouth like a sailor some days... Don't worry you get used to it Shawn Also has mastered the art if hookah making. Shawn is a hard working guy, he has lots of pet peeves. All of which I test in a daily basis. But seriously he is an awesome person. You like fruit mixes, Shawn is the guy to talk to. He knows some really good mixes. As for all the other people you see passing out coals and helping do stuff. Well we are customers who love to help make the lives of the 3 people above a little easier. This review is crazy long. But trust me. You don't want to miss out on genies. People drive hundreds of miles just to smoke at genies. That's not a joke, true story. It's that good. I suggest you stop reading this ridiculously long yelp review and get your ass to genie hookah. -RIAN

The food is delicious. I strongly dislike that they changed from table service to counter service…read moreafter the pandemic but never switched back.The restaurant went from being a warm Mediterranean restaurant that I would bring family to, to someplace to grab a quick bite. It lost ambience. The food is still very good, but it feels like a cafeteria now. :(

UPDATE: I did brought my luncheon group here, 2023, there were 10 of us, and I forgot to do a…read morereview or post photos of that day. Everyone was quite satisfied, they love Lebanese Food! I believe, they also shopped their little store for some take home treats! We will be having a food-to go, again, so we can compare the difference in how they fixed lamb. During Easter, that's what I was craving, and I didn't get that. UPDATE #2: Because it's Easter, I craved for lamb shanks. Instead of traveling to Vancouver or SW PDX, for two of our favorite restaurants, that have also lamb, I DECIDED to have to-go from Ya Hala, another of our favorite restaurant, because they're only 7 mins. from home. After searching for their menu, I ordered: Spring Lamb Pomegranate-glazed leg of lamb served with spinach-pomegranate sauce, basmati rice, and fresh peas -- $28. (See photo, why I am deducting a star). THIS is not worth $28, and it is something you'd find at a Food Cart for $14. It was also tough! I was so disappointed, and I'm not sure I'll be going back!

A magnificent Third Place to gather with friends and relax and by my estimation the premier…read moreestablishment of its type anywhere. My companion and I had the absolute pleasure of visiting ME Ultra Lounge for the first time Saturday May 16th from about 4PM to 10PM or so. Dolph and his partner were extremely professional, efficient and polite. The service was outstanding. I own several hookah setups and this was the finest smoke I have ever experienced. I had the lemon mint and the staff's expert coal management (coconut charcoals--the best) was precise and allowed the shisha to toast evenly and completely with absolutely no effort on our part. Very kind to the lungs, too. Hookah had a perfect long handled mouthpiece with several one-use interchangeable inserts for multiple users as one prefers. Silicone hose, everything sanitary and in top condition. Great ventilation and atmosphere, nice mix of beats on the sound system which while lively was not intrusive and definitely stimulated conversation and relaxation at the same time. Great selection of flavors and drinks--we had lots of water and Gatorade to rehydrate and the prices were reasonable throughout. I had recently eaten but next time I will sample more of their goodies. Nice dim decor with a low-key disco vibe--lots of interactive lights with music--and plenty of space. We plan on hosting some small social gatherings here in the near future. Small wonder this place has been around over 10 years! Here's to many, many more.

The place is clean enough, but the hookah itself was, to put it mildly, not very comfortable, the…read morechairs are not comfortable and there is very little personal space, it is impossible to relax and breathe normally, there are only two brands of tobacco, of which there are no high-quality ones. But unfortunately there are no other places in our city.

I haven't been here in a year or so, so do take this review with a grain of salt…read more This place is a bit small, and parking is very limited. Inside, it is very long and narrow and it gets VERY hot because of the amount of people in such a small space. The staff is really abrupt and sometimes outright rude. They seem annoyed to be bothered by customers. I believe that you can only have 2 people per hookah now, which seems to me like a way to rake in more money. The prices are way higher than I would pay again, and I have never left here thinking "Wow, that was worth it!" I will say that the people who frequent Urban Hookah can be really fun. It's a young crowd, and sometimes people will approach you if you're alone (which I never do) or with just one other friend. I've kind of outgrown hookah bars in general, but if you're under 21 but over 18 and you happen to be in the area with nothing to do, it's not a bad option. Just don't expect to receive the service you pay for.

I went to Urban Hookah towards the beginning of February 2015, and thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The…read morebuilding isn't too big, but the seating and furniture is comfortable. They are fairly priced, at around $12 for the hookah and the tobacco, and $6 from then on for refills. Whether it was empty or packed, it was a very calm place to be with nobody being excessively loud. It was hard to hold a conversation at some points though simply because the music is pretty loud. In all, I would recommend this place if you want to just enjoy some time with some friends.