This is to hookah what Taco Bueno is to fine Mexican dining. I visited on a Saturday night and we…read morepromptly decided to go elsewhere. For starters, the two-people-per-hookah policy is obnoxious. I get the trade-offs here and why the business has to do it, and more and more hookah bars are adopting similar policies. But when you're telling me if I've spent $50 on 2 hookahs for 4 people and one more friend shows up, our tab is now $75, I really don't appreciate that. I get that most customers are younger and would smoke 10 people on 1 hookah if given the chance, but you've got to have a middle ground. 5 people wanting to share 2 hookahs is not taking advantage. Then comes price: I'm from Texas where tobacco taxes are sky-high and businesses have about $20,000 of prep work to do for special tobacco-oriented zoning, and you still don't see prices this high. $25 for a bowl is obscene, especially with the aforementioned policy. Then comes the atmosphere. Loud, cramped, poorly ventilated, dark, and uncomfortable. It may seem novel to novice smokers but is less likely to be enjoyed by a regular hookah bar attendee. I also am not a fan of the pay-when-you-walk-in model. The register is up front and you cash out before you sit down. We made sure to walk into the back and have a look around before doing so, thankfully. Again I do get that their clientele may be a little younger and more stealy than other establishments, but it does not make for a friendly or inviting experience. There are myriad websites that will sell you an entire hookah package including pipe, tobacco and coals for the same price as a single 5-person smoke session here. I know he's got some overhead but a single bowl of this stuff pays for a whole box of the stuff you're actually smoking. Save your money.

This place has the total potential to be a 5 star lounge, but here are the pros, cons and…read moresuggestions to gain the extra 2 stars. Pros: Hookah: -good flavors (al Fakher and starbuzz) - packed well - small hookah with a lot of smoke - coconara charcoals Seating area: - very spacious - can handle large groups - unique floor seats - custom tables hold hookah and garbage - homey set up with actual couches - very laid back (music tempo maintains atmosphere -smoothie was on point Cons: Hookah: - not maintained regularly (they come every 20-30 mins), so it's not good 5 mins after they fix it Seating area: - the music can be updated - no worker is ever present, making it extremely difficult to order anything (waited 20 mins to order smoothie) - prepaying seems very unwelcoming Suggestions: This place mainly lacks in service. The seating area being unattended is a big disadvantage. Regular maintenance of the hookahs served out would make this place go a long way.

Went on a Friday night last year, around midnight. There were maybe 7 people there. Best thing was…read morethe free shot and music, however the shot was grapefruit kinky vodka and I had acid all night long. Fun scene to hang around in though.

I love it here. The food is amazing and the service is wonderful. Please come if you're freaky and…read morewant a kinky sweet time.

In from ATL on business, I've found myself at Da Joint twice in the past week. They have a nice…read moresetup with couches and comfy chairs to sit in. A handful of flat screens spread out around the place, and numerous tables are available if you are trying to use a laptop. Lots of variety in terms of hookah flavors and the service was very friendly.

They play fire Punjabi/desi music (even the new r&b releases)!…read moreThe person who works here was super chill - made us his special chai, gave us a board game, and kept us in the loop~ Never a bad idea to end the night with a laid back hookah lounge :)

The Music was super loud I cant even hear myself think , & the speaker next to us was busted so it…read morewas sounding like rattling and was very irritating. I still have ringing in my ear!! The lights on the table weren't working. They are Just decoration. Security has attitude off rip and they didn't search some ppl and other ppl they would search. It's giving discrimination. If they're Going to do pat downs then everyone should get pat down. Not certain ppl. Other than that the fries are good. Oh but no ketchup at all and they charge a $10 cover. And the bill was almost $100 for only fries hookah and 2 drinks. How?!!! if you come here they will take your money. Yelp needs to add a 0 star cause my experience was awful. Never again. You have been warned

Found this place on a whim but I'm so glad I did. Great vibes and service. Will made sure I was…read moretaken care of. Next time I'll have to try the food, but the hookah was just as good as when I make it at home. The DJ was lit. I'll definitely be back

Went during the week and it wasn't too busy, which made for a relaxed experience. The hookah was…read morepriced fairly--not amazing, but not overpriced either--and smoked well overall. It's a solid spot if you're just looking to chill without a crowd. Nothing really stood out as exceptional, but it did what it needed to do. I'd come back again for a low-key night.

The Place is not like the pictures there's no food so that really sucks those me be old photo's,…read morebut there's no food they tell you to grubhub food there. The tables are old and shaky the furniture really could use an update. The music was a vibe though - Hip-Hop/R&B/Rap - GREAT SONG SELCETION! The drinks were just not cutting it, I order a mojito they didn't have any flavor to offer so I had to get a classic mojito, it wasn't good so I just had a couple shots. The hookah is good though it's not harsh & the man is always walking around with new coal checking so you don't have to hunt them down lol This place is a good vibe - They just really need food even small bites, Updated tables please! & a actual drink menu it could DO GREAT! I think their trying to turn it into like a "LIT" spot it's more of a chill atmosphere and they should ride that wave, because the LIT thing isn't really for them they close at 1am, need I say more?

Tried this lounge out and was very impressed with the spacious and comfortable seating. The music…read morewas great with upbeat and current tunes. The service provided on this busy evening was top-notch during my visit. I was welcomed upon entering the location and did not have to wait for a server to take my order. I ordered an old-fashioned and a hookah to go along. If you want the best experience when ordering a hookah, I recommend their VIP option.

just tried this place for the first time last night and i'm not one who really likes to go out to…read morelounges much at all. i loved it. it's been awhile since ive tried a new place and loved it. the sangria tower was sooo delicious and each glass came garnished with an orange slice which was so shockingly sweet, full of juice and refreshing. that really tied it all together. the black lights really set a cool mood and i loved how the tower came out with lights of its own. the hookah was very good and i'm picky with my hookah. it was very smooth, flavor was not too much it was perfect. coals stayed lit for hours too. i love that this place offers food all hours of operation. i have yet to try one of their entrees but the appetizers were so so good and were just enough. i got the mac and cheese bites and the philly cheesesteak egg rolls. music was great, drinks were great, prices were great, i even got to witness a birthday celebration where they offered bottle service which was cool to see! definitely recommend this place and will be back

I been wanting to try this hookah lounge for months now and finally made it on Saturday and I was…read morenot disappointed. Great chill vibes which I am all about these days. They don't have a bar but you're allowed to BYOB. They provided us with cups with ice and even gave us a water bottle. They had a DJ and he was playing all the right songs to go with the chill vibes. Definitely adding this place to my rotation of favorite places to hangout with friends.

This is the most terrible hookah lounge I've ever been in a while. This place doesn't care about…read morethe customer and just find a way to up-charge you. I was here on a Friday night and was cover charged 10$ each. They said there would be a DJ starting at 10 and yet nobody there till 10:30 and we left. They don't change coals on your hookah and have to buy a whole refill for hookah. The sofas, ambience are terrible and I'd never go back to the same place again

We love Shish Kebab for dinner, but it's definitely one of our favorite Happy Hour spots!…read more Good deals on drinks, and you can have a small snack or have a feast for a great price. The pita burgers a great and they're filling! We've tried all the protein options, but I think the beef is our favorite because the spices really stand out. I also really like the Ashak which is comprised of dumplings full of spinach and scallions, topped with spiced beef, lentils, and yogurt. The bar feels really open and airy, and bartenders are always friendly and attentive, even when they're busy getting ready for evening service. We frequently go for HH on a Saturday around 5 and it's usually pretty quiet at the bar which we enjoy. Great place whether you've had Afghan food, or you are looking to try something different!

One of my favorite spots in West Hartford! The food at Shish Kebab House of Afghanistan is always…read moreso delicious, flavorful, and fresh. I absolutely love their food, and the serving portions are amazing too. Great atmosphere and such a comforting place for a good meal. Highly recommend!