If you're looking for the best hookah in town, this is the place! The hookah is absolutely amazing and easily the best you'll find in the area. The music creates such a great vibe, the drinks are always on point, and the atmosphere is perfect for a fun night out... ohh and the food amazing (yummy fries you have to try it!!) Located right in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, it's the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the night. What really makes this place special is the warm and welcoming service from the staff and the owner--they truly make everyone feel like family. Highly recommend if you want great hookah, good music, great drinks, and an unforgettable vibe! read more

The owner and staff are absolutely amazing! I went with a friend a couple months ago and been back often. Highly recommend.

i-MAD REVIEW ***HALLOWEEN EDITION*** Came here third spot on our Halloween Bar Crawl. Another very chill vibe and all the staff were accommodating and super relaxed which I liked. We did not partake in Hookah, but did have a couple of shots. Definitely wasn't giving club vibe, but was nice to sit around a table and yap with friends. A bit cramped but great deco and overall enjoyed! Cannot speak to drink prices as we had our Bar Crawl deal. read more

First time in. Tried the wings and humas! Both were excellent!! Humas had such a creamy texture and the wings extra crispy! read more

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I just want to say thank you to Cash, Sierra, Kenzi and everyone behind the scenes, you genuinely make every visit feel special at I-MAD Hookah bar and Lounge. The hookah is always smooth, flavorful, and consistently the best you'll find in the area. There's something really comforting about walking in and being greeted like a familiar face, even when the place is busy. You all manage to stay so kind, patient, and attentive no matter what's going on. It honestly feels like you're not just doing a job, but really looking out for people and making sure they have a good experience. That kind of care stands out more than you probably realize. Thank you for always taking such great care of me. It's one of the main reasons I keep coming back. Highly recommended if you're looking for a chill spot with great service and a good vibe. read more

Super terrible service, AND we asked for happy hour shots of vodka (well) and they gave us Tito's which were $20/shot. $240 tab - 5 shots and 1 mixed drink, auto 20%. Talked to the owner and he said "that's how it is around here". Insane. We specifically came here for happy hour and let it be known, he hustled us. Go around the corner. We at more fun read more

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Hookah is way overpriced ($45) and we ordered 3 flavors ( we're all hookah smokers) and non of them were good or close to the flavor it meant to be. We kept joking that it tasted like a cleaner. Food menu is alright and too simple, nothing special about it. Its a no return for me read more

always a good time here! the owner, servers and security are always so friendly and make your experience one of a kind! love this place read more

i-MAD - good for old ladies too!! brought my mom and grandma. hookah almost blew my granny's wig off her head - Hookah Bars Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Came for a love island watch party. Drink prices weren't on the menu, and when the check comes out they were $30 each for an iced down drink. Manager/owner was weird to my girlfriend and kept calling her "baby girl" whenever I went up to get a drink. Bartender put 5 people's drinks on my tab without asking, then when it was time to close out gave my credit card to the wrong person. After all that, they built in 20% gratuity. $36 in tips for making 6 drinks and then screwing up the billing lol. Would not recommend. read more

Hit or miss. I came to this spot with my fiancé last night and we really enjoyed ourselves because they served drinks and food, as well as good hookah. They came around with coals every couple of minutes and the hookah was very smooth. It was somewhat pricey but worth it. Unfortunately, I came back a second time this evening and had a bad experience. The server took my order, and asked to see my ID. I gave it to her thinking she just wanted to check that I was of age, but in reality, she kept my ID. I asked another server what happened and my original server said it was policy to keep it at the bar just in case I ran off without paying. I let her know that this didn't happen the night before and according to her, her coworker didn't follow the rules. She was extremely passive aggressive about it and it left a bad taste in my mouth. Interestingly enough, a group of four sat near me and ordered hookah and drinks, and that SAME SERVER, literally just asked them for a card to put on file, and no one gave her an ID. It's obvious that that policy isn't actually policy. I was tempted to call for a manger to help me understand this, but I for think it's worth my time. With that said, I did enjoy the ambiance and the cleanliness of their bathrooms. Hookah lounges usually have dirty bathrooms so it was a good to see everything so clean. All in all. 2/5 stars, do not recommend. I definitely wont be coming back, but shout out to my server from the night before. read more

Cash is the sweetest! She made sure everything came out perfectly. Shisha was also really good, i highly recommend.

Decided to give i-Mad a shot on a weekday based on the hookah hype. The atmosphere was decent, with a good mix of people. The hookah itself was enjoyable - smooth smoke and a decent flavor selection. A good spot to chill and unwind with friends if you're in the mood for hookah. Would consider coming back to try other flavors. read more

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The ambiance was super nice the inside is cute and fun hookah was really good and lasted pretty long. Our server was very nasty and unfriendly. White girl with bad highlights. I don't think she likes black people. read more

This is a cool spot to start the night. Chill. Smoke some hookah. Shake ya booty a little. The music is usually pretty good. Mariah is the most amazing server in the world. we love her so much and she makes our experience there that amazing. I love the upstairs patio. I haven't chilled downstairs yet. Maybe one night I'll be there and they'll have a club vibe down there. read more

Waited forever for drinks, and they charged $240 for 5 well vodka shots during happy, when we asked for happy hour well shots. SCAM place go anywahere else in Scottsdale! So hurtful I'm crying. didn't think this could happen IRL read more

So while I was visiting from Los Angeles, my friend insisted that we come to this place for hookah and drinks. The atmosphere was quite pleasant. The beverages were excellent. however, a bit on the sweeter side, so I would recommend adding an extra shot of your favorite poison. Although the hookah was satisfactory, the music created a very relaxed vibe which made me feel sleepy. I inquired with a few staff members about the possibility of changing the music and they indicated that they would personally consult the owner. It took some time, but eventually the music improved. The ambiance became more enjoyable. I couldn't comprehend why the two employees I approached were hesitant to let me talk to the owner myself. Therefore, in the end, I introduced myself to the owner, expressed gratitude for the music change, and let him know how much I had enjoyed his establishment. To my surprise, he turned out to be exceptionally kind, and I wouldn't have discovered this if I hadn't taken the initiative to introduce myself as the other employees feared. read more

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Just stopped in here for a quick drink. It's got a nice ambiance, it's a hookah bar as well as restaurant. I didn't try the food but my drink, crown and sprite was made quick and they had a lot of hookahs available to use read more

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EXCELLENT! My first time in Scottsdale- a friend whom lived there for years recommended I-Mad so our first night in town, we hit up I-Mad. Sydney was who we first encountered downstairs at the bar and she was nothing short of fantastic. Personable, friendly, happy- we loved her. We soon met Imad and couldnt be happier. Such a nice guy! Welcoming, hospitable and truly friendly! We had a blast upstairs out in the open air down in Old Town. Great drinks, food, atmosphere and location 10 outta 10! we will certainly be back. Thank you Imad, it was a absolute pleasure to meet you read more

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I have passed I-mad a million times and have always been curious about it. I finally took the plunge and went in. You learn a lot about the vibe of a place from the security. The guard here was friendly and even told us that Happy Hour was available both downstairs and on the roof top. No attitude at all. The roof top here is like a secret garden. Plenty of seats and unique views of Old Town. Our server was Mariah. Warm, efficient, and eager to connect. She may have been working alone but she got everything out so fast! Mariah mentioned that a new menu is in the works and that it is possible they'll start serving lunch next spring! The only downside? It IS a hookah bar and that can be an issue when you aren't smoking yourself. We sat at a table next to two tables who were puffing away. The breeze brought plenty of smoke to our table. There was no solution other than to move tables (which we did not). If you come here to kick off the evening, I would suggest getting a table in a less crowded area. We did not try the food but the menu looks interesting with a host of Lebanese dishes. I will be back! TV's broadcast games. Draft beers are on tap (Juicy Jack IPA). Worth stopping in! read more

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My wife and I absolutely love this place and come here with our social group all the time. A great spot to relax after work and socialize over a hookah and some yummy food (try the lemon pepper fries). The best place to start the night near the entertainment district and then have a fun night out. The owners and servers are like family to us! read more

I was visiting out of town for work. I just wanted a nice chill spot to grab a drink on a Thursday night, I-Mad came highly recommended and they did not disappoint! Flaca, my server, was a dream! She was such a sweetheart! She was attentive & very knowledgeable about the menu. Actually, all of the staff was very nice. I had the Yummy fries. They were indeed very yummy! The hookah was amazing as well! The drinks were delicious too I can imagine they're very busy on the weekends. I didn't get a chance to experience the rooftop since it was raining but it looked awesome. I'd absolutely come back if I return to Scottsdale! read more

Everything was perfect We went there for Persian night Service was great Food was fresh and delicious Friendly staff Love the I-mad read more

It was a great atmosphere. Our server was also the bartender Mariah she was great very informative. We ordered Hookah, got food, and drinks. The food was good, they are optimizing their menu so it's very limited but they did have good food options available. No complaints on the drinks, they were perfectly made. We also ordered a customizable beverage. One thing i was not a particular fan of is the tip requirement. Anything over $100.00 is automatically tipped out to the server just an FYI as this was not initially communicated to us. Just be careful to not double tip. read more

So surprised to see $36 hookah and 20% fee and non cash adjustment fee. The server was nice and the food portions were big so would have left a good tip. read more

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Food was good. Staff was rude and drinks/hookah were ridiculously expensive. Took an hour to get one round of drinks and food. Don't come here if you want service. read more

Had a great experience here with my friend who visited from Utah! This place had us in there jamming and laughing up a storm! Very entertaining read more

What can I say? I'm not a big hookah girl, but I will come to this bar anytime I'm near Scottsdale because the food is phenomenal. The wings, the yummy fries and everything I've had here has been exceptional from what I hear. All my friends say the hookah is great as well. Great atmosphere service is very top-notch. read more

Great place! The food is decent, there's a bar, and the adorbs servers are nice and helpful. Daniella was extra helpful with my dietary restrictions read more

excellent the best hookah in AZ super nice and friendly. Good price and affordable.......................... the bad thing is only horrible music. read more

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I always have a great time here. Imad's is very clean, the service is also on point especially by Carly. She is committed you can. She is literally running to get her customers what they want. She is always friendly and has a great attitude. On her game, she is a hustler and very good at what she does. Imad the owner is also nice. He is an engaged owner because is always here. Not only that he comes to each table to check and see how everything's going. It happens every time he is here. The hookah is on point. They have so many different flavors to offer and then when you mix a bunch with some of their recommendations it's even better. The outdoor patio with the TVs and the palm trees in the background is a great ambience especially in the fall/winter season. Vibe is good. Music is always going. They have a private room area downstairs inside for a more intimate setting. I will be a customer for a long time. read more

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Not a hookah smoker myself, but went with a 5 person group 2 of which smoked. The hookah was good according to my friends. I was happy that they had a full bar. I ordered my Ciroc Peach and Club soda and it was made very well, wish the glasses were a tiny bit bigger :) We ordered food, Butcher's block, Bruschetta (Mushroom, Marinated Artichoke, Sweet Brie, and Pesto) and they all tasted great. I also ordered "The O.G" which was some sort of a grilled cheese sandwich, i added avocado in the middle. It was well made. We sat outdoors in the balcony upstairs, as weather did permit. It was a slow night, one server on the patio and though it wasn't busy, she rarely stopped. However when she did, she was very engaging, and what surprised me is we ordered a lot of food and she did not write it down, but got every single order accurately and correctly. Good on you girl. Will definitely return to this place. read more

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Best hookah place. A++++ service. Imad, the owner, is one of a kind. Very personable and very passionate about making sure everyone feels welcome. I visit whenever I am in Scottsdale. read more

Mariya was a great server and she was courteous! Great environment! Highly recommend!

The hookah was not good at all. It was harsh after 3 mins of having it. They didn't offer to change it. If you want good hookah I wouldn't recommend this place read more

I've been a fan of this place since I first discovered it back in August of 2023! The owner is so friendly and it is such a nice, chill environment. They have great food and a wide variety of hookah flavors! Ask for Lilli if you decide to go, her service is great! Will be coming back! read more

Incredible service by Mariah :) From the moment we approached and were ID'd by security through to laying our tab 90 mins later we felt welcome and taken care of. Hookah was well tended and drinks were replenished regularly. This is a customer service gem in Old Town and I would highly recommend I'd you're looking for something a little different. The rooftop patio is a subtle departure from the typical and worth a visit! read more

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I have been looking for a bar that serves hookah since I moved here from the east coast. I have been to a few others around the valley, but nothing beats the vibes at I-MAD! We had Mariah as a server and she went above and beyond for us! The music, the food, and the drinks were great. 10/10 will definitely be back. read more

Always try to find a good hookah spot when I'm on vacay! We came to iMad Saturday night just as they opened. Coming from Chicago hookah places serving booze is not common for me and I love it! But in the end it comes down to the hookah! It's pretty good, and smoked pretty well! There is no competition here in old town that I know of but deff well worth it! read more

This review is on behalf of Ahmad and his staff: Mariah, Carolina, Bri, and everyone, including the security detail. I am a regular here and this is the best place to go chill, have good vibes, good hookah, and overall down to earth staff that welcomes and greets you all the time. I strongly recommend everything what they have to offer in their menu and hookah selection. They are very supportive with military veterans and first responders and the general public. Thank you all again for your generosity and outstanding work ethic and professionalism. See you all soon. Thank you again and be safe. read more

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Are there even enough words in the English dictionary to describe how AMAZING this place is? One of my absolute favorite hookah bar in Arizona.. heck maybe the U.S.! I've been coming here since the day it opened, their service is beyond perfect, their hookah is unlike any other hookah, AMAZING happy hour deals and what I love the most they are consistent!! Sadly I moved to a different place but when I visit AZ I will tell you that that's where you'll find me. read more