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    House of Hookah

    3.3 (293 reviews)
    ModerateLounges, Hookah Bars
    Wed 7:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Thu 7:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Dari H.

    This place is definitely not worth it. They charge $20 just to get in--even if you don't plan to smoke. On top of that, it's one hookah per two people, no exceptions. The space is extremely small and cramped, and overall it just feels like they're trying to squeeze every dollar out of you. There are way better hookah spots around--this one is clearly past its prime. Would not recommend.

    It's $10 to get in. $20 maybe $40 after 12am It's $7 to bring your own bottle and DRINK it. You have 70 mins to smoke your hookah (if they are busy) per the server. You have to pay for hookah even if you are not smoking. It is very small with limited seating. You may have to sit on the floor potentially. I would not suggest visiting if you're not familiar with the policy. The server was rude and did not tell us the rules initially. I called before going and this was not mentioned before. I will not be back.

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    2 months ago

    Errthang bustin. Great service, cool people great vibes. shisha very flavorful. almost like my second home.

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    Total scam. No line system, just a bidding war, and $20 cover to not even get a table and then expected to pay full price for hookah.

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    Tay is the prettiest nicest server in Chicago. this place has the best hookah. great vibes and great music

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    Tay was the best server we love her. great spot go check them out. the best hookah I had

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    It's really cool, chill and adorable good time I enjoy my self every time I come here

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    Ask the Community - House of Hookah

    I seen online you can smoke at 20, is this true?

    No, you have to be 21+ to enter. That is Illinois law

    I'm looking for a place with quiet music so I could comfortably talk with my friends. Is it the right place for that? Thanks.

    Hello. During the weekdays we do keep the music down to where you can have a normal conversation. It gets a little louder on the weekends but it you can still have a conversation

    What's the average prices?

    Hookahs start at $29.99 and BYOB is $7 per person

    What liquor can be brought in? People say BYOB but it just mean Wine & Beer

    It can be any kind of liquor, beer, or wine

    What is the age requirement?

    21 and up

    Are you guys closed during this coronvirus?

    Hello. We are open for retail sales and to go sales only. We also have hookahs to go if you are interested. They are disposable hookahs, prepped, and ready to smoke that you can take with you to go. They can be prepped with any of our flavors and… Read more

    Do you have to reserve seating?

    Hello. No, we are first come first served

    What if you are a military member with an ID under the age of 21, what are the circumstances of getting in?

    Im sorry but City of Chicago does not allow us to admit anyone under the age of 21

    Is this place 18+?

    No 21+ which is sad because I used to come here when I was 18 before the law changed

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    Review Highlights - House of Hookah

    from "lemon mint" to "blue mist", no matter what flavor you choose, youll be happy.

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    The Blue Hookah House

    The Blue Hookah House

    4.1
    (26 reviews)
    3.8 mi

    If you're looking for a unique experience in hookah, this is the right place. Innovative use of…read morefresh fruits are the highlight here. Remember making bongs out of pineapples when we were kids? Experience the magic of that, but with hookah! Truly innovative and fun, and the taste is so much better than just normal hookah. The ambiance is perfect for either relaxation alone or hanging out with friends. Seating is plentiful, comfortable, and designed to be modular based on party size. We had so much fun talking to other guests, and the staff was exceptional. We never waited for new coals, despite the place being fairly busy on a Saturday night, and our service person took a ton of time explaining the menu to us. Owner was gracious and we really felt welcome not only this time, but for future visits. When we finished, I couldn't believe how inexpensive it ended up being ($100 for three based on the hookahs we chose). The minimum spend is a very reasonable $25 per person, and if you choose to BYOB, it's only $5 per person to consume your alcohol on-premise.

    This is probably my first time going to an actual hookah lounge, so be prepared to be smoked!!…read more Blue Hookah house was a nice way to experience this water pipe. There's a unique menu for flavors and tobacco. Our server helped us with the selection between strong, lite, sweet and not so sweet. The fruit head (where you can smoke a pineapple or grapefruit) was something really cool! We got the pineapple for the sweet taste combined with what I believe is lemon and mint. Very smooth and fresh. There's also one that tasted like coffee or a tiramisu (creamy, coffee, smooth), gotta go a bit slower on this one. Along with the tobacco and coals, the flavors definitely come through. I was just really intrigued with the experience overall. It was smooth, fun and chill. The people watching was really nice too - there were several folks alone working on their computers or just hanging out to small groups. There is a minimum spend of $25/person. The hookahs range from $22-$45 and there are non-alcoholic beverages (coffee/tea/soda) available for purchase. Not surprising, but the place is very smokey. I am not sure if other hookah lounges have "better" air filtration systems. I will say the service was really good - the charcoal kept getting replaced without anyone requesting it, I kept thinking this will be done, but hours went by! Really nice experience.

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    Red gummy flavored hookah. Great and strong
    Red gummy flavored hookah. Great and strong
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    Arabia Café & Hookah Lounge

    Arabia Café & Hookah Lounge

    2.9
    (206 reviews)
    2.9 mi
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    Vibes were amazing and owner was great. Music was on point…read more Be prepared to pay some fees though. Charged a $10 per person BYOB for everyone, even those not drinking. Charged a $15 per person non smoker fee for those who just wanted to come out but not smoke. For 2 hookahs with the additional fees came out to $245.

    Just drive the extra 15-20 minutes and go to Blue Hookah House or Red Room Hookah…read more This place OVERCHARGES and then add 20-25%. They don't have ice ever...the last two times I've brought my own bag then one of guys asked if he can have some to provide to another section! They charge 12$ per person for one bottle. So if you bring TWO bottles that's 24$ per person. Whether you're drinking or not. The hookah itself is I think $45 and a refill is an outrageous price of $20. Music...sometimes they let a section have it for the duration that THEY are there but sometimes you can put in a request but honestly they just need a DJ or curated playlist because listening to straight trap is mentally insane. There's no balance from RnB, Neo Soul, Hip Hop, Pop, Afro Beat. Service, just be ready get up and grab them. Always ask for disposable hookah hoses because they regular tubes I can tell they barely clean, I've gotten a sore throat twice and I couldn't figure it out at first. However, I do like the ambiance with the low lights and couches. Yeah, I have been multiple times simply because I wasn't paying or friends didn't know better and wanted to see for themselves. But yeah take the extra drive go somewhere else.

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    People leave left to right he didn't even ask did we need anything else just brought this over charge  A$$ receipt lol
    People leave left to right he didn't even ask did we need anything else just brought this over charge A$$ receipt lol
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    Normal UNBROKEN hookah head
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    Alhambra Palace

    Alhambra Palace

    2.8
    (889 reviews)
    3.9 mi
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    My friend had her birthday celebration here last night. I never heard about this place but was…read moreimmediately intrigued when she told me about it. It's a live show while you have dinner. The staff was very friendly and I did enjoy the host of the show. I thought he did a great job interacting with everyone in the audience. However, we were there for a good 2 1/2 almost 3 hours and after a while the show started to feel very repetitive. The same performers and performances would come on stage on a loop. I did enjoy the performances but after a while it did become quite predictable. As far as the food, I wasn't crazy about it. I ordered the calamari for my appetizer- which was pretty good. I liked the sauce that was drizzled on it. However, my entree was kind of a disappointment. I got the lamb shank which just didn't mesh well with my taste buds. I know this is a cultural dish so it's just not a taste I was used to. However, I did wish I enjoyed it a little bit more. I will say the lamb was nice and tender. The best thing I had that evening was the pink dahlia. It was a delicious cocktail made with Malibu rum, pina colada mixture, pineapple juice and strawberry purée. It was so yummy, I had two! I'm grateful I got to experience this place, it was an overall enjoyable night. With that being said I don't see myself coming back to this establishment. For me it's very much a one and done experience.

    I was hesitant to go after reading some of the reviews…read more I visited Alhambra Palace Restaurant on Sunday, 4/26/26 around 4:30 pm. The restaurant wasn't crowded at the time, only a couple of tables were occupied, which made for a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Our waiter, Amine, was attentive throughout the entire dinner and made sure we had everything we needed. The food was delicious, and you can tell care goes into the dishes. I would definitely come back to try more items on the menu. Overall, a very pleasant dining experience.

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    Side room
    Alhambra Palace
    Alhambra Palace

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    Samah Hookah Lounge

    Samah Hookah Lounge

    4.0
    (82 reviews)
    4.1 mi
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    Short and sweet (longer review below) - this has been the best hookah bar I've ever been to and…read moreI've been to hookah lounges all over the U.S. Amazing service and the hookah was packed perfectly! I highly recommend this place. Longer review - my friend and I walked in and were greeted immoderately. We sat down and looked over the menu - they have a great selection (Fumari fans, this is your place). We ordered our hookah and when I say that the bowl was sparkling clean, I mean IT WAS SPOTLESS. I could've read a book through the glass. My friend and I frequent hookah lounges and we've visited so many during our travels, Samah is hands down the cleanest hookah we've smoked out of. Gury and the other staff person (will ask for his name and update this) were attentive, friendly, and the epitome of what great customer service looks like. We were both impressed by our experience. It looks like they have happy hour specials on hookah during the weekday and I'll definitely be taking advantage of that. My other friends and I are going there this week. Will update this review if anything changes. This is a must-go for all hookah lovers. Trust me.

    I don't smoke hookah often, but this place had a cool vibe. The place is decorated well and the…read moreservice was good. A great place to catch a game or fight even if you don't smoke. The smell wasn't overpowering (for me).

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    Pineapple heads are available at Samah
    Pineapple heads are available at Samah
    Samah Hookah Lounge
    Samah Hookah Lounge

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