Used to be so lit in 2023. Since then the've gotten so wack & now they're selling fake bottles. Went here for my birthday and had an allergic reaction because I drank whatever fake alcohol they put in this obviously fake Hennessey bottle. (Their bottle on the right) Don't believe the hype on their IG. The aura this place had is no longer. They just tryna rob you now. The owner will probably not see this since he's probably sitting down on his phone smoking counting everyone's money he's robbed. And they even have their friends giving them fake positive reviews on Google so their friend can make more tips lol but the customer service at this place is definitely gone downhill. read more

HOA restaurant and lounge - Hookah Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Don't recommend any more , didn't even let me in for my outfit and for having a bandanna and a chain on my jean , security was mad, aggressive, I came with 15 people there and I had to go home , because I didn't want to leave my chain with them , plus at the same time they were fighting with other people, you hear the drama within the place already, ghetto read more

HOA restaurant and lounge - The outfit that they didn't like - Hookah Bars Near Me - New York, New York

My friends and I have the best time at HOA. We go on Thursdays or Sundays and it's a vibe! Vinny is the best and he makes us feel welcome. They have hookah and the food is good! I recommend going early cause it can get packed but you will enjoy your time there. read more

Ordered: Regular Hookah (~$14 during HH): passionfruit, lemon, and mint Aya's take: I remembered HOA's awesome Happy Hour deal for hookahs and decided to come by one evening. Their HH ends at 9pm so I definitely suggest coming early and order a few hookahs to get started. Great flavor and lasted for a while. My only complaint is the staff isn't very attentive. I had to keep asking them to change out the coal and no one really checked on us while we were there. Great music and chill vibes otherwise! read more

This is the most dishonest place ever . They will take advantage of drunk people here . They will over charge you here for drinks and the bartenders will tip themselves what they feel like regardless what you write on the receipt . My friend and i got 3 vodka seltzers and we were all charge different quantities of the same drink . One $ 48 , $53, $ 60. I would rather give my money to boske cause at least i know they wont over charge me .I feel bad for the people who come here who just want to have a good time and spend their money here because they are taking advantage of them . I cant even put one star because they dont deserve not one. But unfortunately yelp is forcing to rate it a star . So we will give it a one but they dont even deserve that . Tf. Period.com read more

If you're trying to get lit on the weekend, I hear this is the spot. However, the customer service is terrible. Walked in on a Friday night to meet friends around 10:30, it was not busy at all. The waitress told us the time limit on the table was one hour and there was only 15 minutes left so she gave us an attitude about ordering. We went over to the hostess and asked if we could stay a little longer or move to another table and she told us no because they were all reserved. The spot was 75% empty, we would have ordered and been out of there before the crowd arrived. By 11 they were removing the chairs from the bar area. They preferred to lose business and money as opposed to accommodating the guest that were already there. Left and went across the street to Vybz, which is a lot nicer inside, and the service was great. read more

HORRIBLE! Do not come here. I tried to come here for my friends bday and they were so nasty to me and my friends. They kept saying my friend was intoxicated and that we couldn't get in. That we had to wait 20 mins on a bench and wait to sober up to come inside. I was like sir we arent even drunk and we have all of our ids. The security guard was then like do you want to get smart with me? I was like wtf is your problem?! I will never beg to go to an establishment. They had like 5 security guards to get into this trash place. I would never return. They were profiling us and not letting us in for no reason. I dont recommend this trashy bar anyways. We went to taco tumba and had a great time. Later for them! read more

HOA wasn't even busy, but the bartender still had an attitude over the simplest questions and orders. I got cocktails that tasted like straight booze, no balance. Worse, they charged me for ingredients they didn't even use. I asked for a specific drink, was told they didn't have the stuff... and somehow still got charged for it?? The receipt? Just a total, no breakdown. When I asked for an itemized version, I spotted the bogus charges and yep, the attitude was still there. Honestly, she should've just put the attitude on the bill, it's the only thing that was actually served. Only plus was security, respectful, professional, and on point with the pat downs. Super safe spot to be for sure. But if you're looking for good drinks and decent staff, skip HOA and head to Boske next door. Way better vibe. read more

I came to HAO for hookah with my brother and I ordered a coconut margarita and it was amazing!!! I had the bartender Vinny was amazing I had him pick my appetizers and he came back with steak bites and steak nachos and when I tell you sooooooo good!!!!! Had an amazing shout out to Vinny!!! read more

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This was my 2nd spot for a Saturday and from the décor, the server, the hookah i wish this was my first stop for the day. The only down side was they played Spanish music nonstop but the drink was amazing the hookah was the best and the server was super sweet. I can't Wait to go Back read more

HOA restaurant and lounge - Hookah Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Nice cozy restaurant. We came here for a 3pm brunch (lol). We were a party of 15+. When we arrived. There were only maybe 4-5 other guest and one server, Arianna, who was very nice and actually handled our party until a colleague arrived about an hr later. The place is spacious, has several tables and a bar that you can choose to eat at. We were able to control the music using one of your phones since there was not a lot of people and clearly no DJ. There definitely was a vibe on the day we went, but with a party of 15-20 we made it one! The food was ok. We ordered several different things, of course. The rib eye steak was made to my liking and very tender. Their maduros were very sweet and tasty. The calamari was basic. I did not order any specialty drinks but my friend ordered the Ya Habiba I believe it's call. She said it was good. I mean HOA, is a cute spot. It's a hit or miss with the vibes. read more

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Great HH spot with decent hookah and great drinks! Their HH pricing is very cheap & their drinks were pretty strong as well. The seating is nice & comfy, perfect to unwind after a long day. Their service was a bit spotty for the Hookah (which is separate) but the bartender always came and checked in on us. read more

HOA restaurant and lounge - Hookah Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Erh, it was an okay experience. Went on a Friday around 7 pm for birthday drinks. The crowd was light. The music was on rotation since the DJ doesn't show up until 10 pm. Which sucks! Like it's Friday, live music brings ppl in and makes people want to stay and have more drinks. I'm just saying. We ordered some bites. The food arrived quickly, probably because no one was really in the building. We ordered wings, 6 come in an order. The flavors available were mango habanero, sweet chili, buffalo, garlic parmesan, and lemon pepper. We also grabbed an order of truffle fries. The food was decent, typical bar food. The bartenders make some good drinks. Happy hour last until 9pm. It includes mojitos, margaritas, beer, and wine. They have a fully stocked bar, so I'm sure you'll find a drink to make your mouth happy, and your decisions questionable. Lol. They also have hookah available. I'm not a fan, so I didn't indulge. Unfortunately, I won't be returning as it wasn't an amazing memorable experience. read more

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This review is solely on the service and the waitress we had. The vibes/music is lit. However if you have a waitress named "Seth" ask for someone else. She sucks at her job and will come to the table maybe 1x. I understand wanting to have good looking women to keep up the vibes of the lounge but you should also make sure that you're hiring people who know how to do their job properly esp as a waitress. SHE IS ASS. read more

The owner kicked me out during Halloween due to wearing a turban on my head, stating that I was not following the "dress code" as multiple individuals wore costumes at his place. From what they stated from the window, I was entirely responsible for the establishment's dress code. I had already acquired myself hookah and drinks when this happened, and he threatened to have me kicked out security. Thankfully, security was excellent, and they apologized in replace of the racist owner. In the end, my overall experience made me feel discriminated against as I came to enjoy myself and have a few drinks with a friend. This. The place will not be seeing me again. read more

So anyone who's lived in NYC for a while, and specifically in Astoria, knows that things have changed as a whole in the city, ever since Covid. There's more crime, more sketchy establishments here and there, a different vibe on the streets, etc. I walk down Steinway pretty regularly, and sure, there's always been some restaurants/bars/hookah places that are pretty rough around the edges...that attract a certain element. Today when I passed by HOA...mind you this was just before 6:00 p.m. on a SUNDAY....between the bouncers I saw out front, and some suspected 'patrons' who appeared to be headed to HOA (based on their 'Doesn't-leave-much-to-the-imagination-attire'...let's just say it's a place that anyone with class would not even want to walk past, never mind enter through their doors. read more

I loveee HOA, but please please please please change the music rotation. Because I go to HOA a lot I already know every single song that they play. Please switch it up love you guys read more

Place will kick you out for absolutely no reason after spending a pretty penny for bottle service, table, etc. After theyll force you to wait in the line TWICE with the intention of never letting you back in. plus the security outside will pat you down to your drawers if you're a male which is 100% illegal. Don't think about spending your money here, and if you do they'll just kick you out for whatever reason they can conjure up in their minds. read more

I took the stuff two times to remove the bitterness... Overall place has nice interiors, I would probably visit again...

The ambiance,the food and drinks were on point. I enjoyed the way that the establishment is set up. I had the Churrasco and Eggs and it was cooked perfectly. read more

HOA restaurant and lounge - MY CUP GOT A BBL.. - Hookah Bars Near Me - New York, New York

The worst service. 1 hour waiting for services no water no utensil or nothing. I had to get up to get our utensils and my partner got us water at the bar. smh Never coming again. P.S the Dj is good tho. read more

The drinks were amazing.. very strong to the point I swore I was drinking pure liquor. Went in on a weekday night and the vibes were calm. The music got better after midnight. Hookah flavor was good , but I'm not really a hookah person so this is based on what I heard from friends that night. I would recommend happy hour for hookah bc it costed 42 for one. Good experience overall, I would go back! ESP for the drinks! The rum punch was so strong ! read more

Good vibes. Great service. Great music. Good hookah. Great location. Good food. Friendly staff read more

A true gem in Astoria. What was once HOME became HOA, but HOA has become home to me. The ambiance and interior structural design sets the mood for a sexy, artistic, hip yet eclectic feel. Perfect for those seeking great snapshots. The floor layout has a huge open space but somehow resonates an intimate space for two. It is thee ideal location to either host a group gathering for your special occasion or simply grab a bite and drink in the big city. From the door, you are greeted by a security staff that are both respectful and vigilant in their duties. They help keep this home feel safe and lead you to the hostess that will help you with your reservation or lead you to the bar or table. They have a full bar set anchored by some of the best bartenders in the city. A home is not a home without family and it would be a disservice not to credit Daphney, Emilia, and Moe for always accommodating this patron with customer relations that fall nothing short of exemplary. The entire staff are always attentive, engaging and hospitable. They are a special core to this venue that help glue the vibes. The new cuisine menu offers a wide range of options to salivate any palate. Cheffed to perfection and served fresh every night of the week. The pasta and steak are really good and handed over by one of the most respectful and dignified barbacks, Andres. I usually finish off my meals with some smooth hookah served just right and conversation that helps cap my night off. Of course the energy wouldn't be set if I didn't mention the music, which sets the tone for every evening. Always at the right levels, the DJs somehow know what to play and when to play certain records. The timing and transitions are impeccable. And their mic presence know how to get the crowd going or taper the mood. The DJs respect the craft and respect the crowd. Have to credit DJ Allout & Dan the Man (also the light man) and the rest of the rotating guest DJs for curating the countless nights at HOA To many more! A visit you won't regret! read more

Great music, great service & the bartender makes the Long Island ice tea just the way I desired. I would totally patronize this venue. It's a vibe!! read more

Large in size. So, it appears vast upon the walk in but trust me, with a large enough crowd this place would be a grand slam. It's a very calm, smooth aesthetic. Everything appears to be brand new, so it's super clean. Now, I kept it simple. I had the hurricane. One of their top choice drinks. It's a hit. While waiting for my hookah. And that right there was all I needed. Everything matched. It's definitely a vibe. read more

HOA restaurant and lounge - Hookah Bars Near Me - New York, New York

This place was perfect to watch the Super Bowl and to finish off my birthday party! We got a table for ten. The service was amazing, the waitress kept coming back to check on us and the hookah seemed well enjoyed by my friends. Will definitely come back if you are looking for a sports bar/hookah bar. The shrimp quesadilla was delicious. First time here. read more

HOA restaurant and lounge - Girls having Super Bowl fun - Hookah Bars Near Me - New York, New York

I likw how spacious it is in here . The bar is long so I know if I ever came alone I don't have to be next to someone. The drinks are strong! I love the fact the happy hour is 1-9. IT Is very where to find a happy hour that long!!! the hookah is good as well, with many flavors to choose from! The food is good too. I had tacos , mozz sticks , fries , & the chicken kebab read more

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After you work in restaurants/ bars and clubs for a while you kinda know how stuff works. Came here for cinco de mayo and let me tell youuuuu. First red flag? We got taken to our table and as soon as I sit down the couch is MAD STICKY (clearly didnt clean up from last night) they all looked shook when we told them. Boom we get our menus and yes ...they were dirty af ,napkins with our silverware ? Dirty asf . You get the vibe we dealt with ? Food 1/5 , service 2/5, hospitality 1/5. Music was nice tho. First time coming and last. read more

The bartender Vinny is the man drinks on 100. The place is better when I went in 2018. Better staff better waitresses. read more

Great spot to hang out . The steak is pretty bomb one of the best steaks I've had . Season well. They do have hookah as well so that's a plus read more

This place is hands down I will recommend to everybody, from the drinks all the way down to the food if you want to go out and have a great time and vibe this is the place I won't let you down read more

Great place to party good vibes. Customer service was ok at times was hard to find someone but this is a place I would definitely go. read more

Coming here on a Friday or Saturday night the vibes are great, but if you visit on a Sunday after brunch it's absolutely dead. Some of the drinks are good and some are a complete miss, if truly depends on the bartender you get and how busy they are. The service is always nice and they try to be quick with making their drinks. Come for the vibes but don't expect amazing drinks. read more

Really good happy hour and the hookah was doing what it's supposed to do. We got served as soon as we sat down. We only ordered drinks but they were good as hell. The food looked and smelled good though. read more

Great place to hang out. Drinks are on point and the food was excellent. Deff a place to come back and hang out here read more

HOA restaurant and lounge - Skirt steak - Hookah Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Great brunch and service :) also nice plate for cute pics. Food was delicious, mimosa tower was perfect. Hostess was lovely read more

Great vibes, great music, great service. Brunch good was 10/10. Drinks kept coming! Dj was spot on with the throwbacks.

This is a cute lounge with a DJ that plays a great mixture of music for all ages. The crowd seemed young but not immature. Everyone was respectful. The hookah was not my favorite but I'm willing to give it another try. The staff was friendly, including security. The drinks were good. Pretty big establishment. All the tables were full but we were able to drink, smoke and dance by the bar. Given it only 3 starts for now since it's a hookah lounge and the hookah tasted burnt. Will create an updated review when I return. Definitely worth a visit. read more

The drinks prepared by Daphne were amazing She's really attentive and polite ! The food was delicious too ! read more