The Most Scrumptious Hookah Bars in Atlanta

Babylon Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.7 (207) • $$

"I gave 4-stars only because of the $40 parking fee. I felt that was a bit much considering I was there for dessert & a couple of drinks only. Apparently, there is a club, separate from the dining room in the back of the building. I sat at the bar. I ordered a drink + dessert. My Mojoto was a little sweeter than I have had from other bars, but I drank it down & ordered a Crown + cranberry. It's really hard to mess that up. The Lemoncello cake is the best dessert on the menu.Will I go back? Maybe if they come down on that parking price."

Baba's Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.6 (47) • $$

"A new gem on Cheshire Bridge. Feels like you're at your Turkish cousin's house, if you had a Turkish cousin. Warm, and welcoming--and most importantly, delicious. The lamb was well-seasoned and tender, and the yayla soup was outstanding. We will definitely be back."

Jaffa Restaurant Atl

★★★★☆ 3.8 (37)

"If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal in a cozy and inviting atmosphere, then look no further than the Middle Eastern Spot, "Jaffa Restaurant Atl". From the moment you step inside, you'll be greeted with warm smiles and a welcoming ambiance that transports you to the heart of the Middle East.The menu offers a wide variety of authentic Middle Eastern dishes that will surely satisfy your palate. The hummus and falafel appetizer is a must-try, with its creamy texture, bold flavors and crunchiness. For a main course, the mixed grill platter is a standout, as well as the tender and juicy chicken kabob or kofta kabob served alongside fluffy rice and a fresh salad. The falafel wrap is also a delicious vegetarian option, packed with flavor and filling.The restaurant is known for its generous portions, so you'll definitely leave feeling satisfied. And if you still have room for dessert, the baklava is a sweet and flaky treat that's the perfect way to end your meal. FYI: Dont forget to check out the beautifully decorated patio, where you can chill with friends for hours while smoking hookah or sipping on pretty Mocktails. The indoor decor is simple yet elegant, with beautiful Middle Eastern accents that add to the overall ambiance."

Vision Restaurant & lounge

★★★★☆ 3.6 (89) • $$

"I had a great experience at Vision this past Monday with my husband.Monday was a federal holiday but they stayed opened until 12am. We went around 7:30pm and it was not packed at all. We were able to be seated immediately and even got a section for free. There was also no cover charge that night. We took a Lyft ride there so I can't say what parking's like.The ambiance was nice. Definitely a club vibe with lots of bright lights, and there were several TVs. They also have board games and a really big game of connect four. They were giving away prizes if you won bingo the night we came, but you had to win twice to get a prize which was like first place a bottle of Don Julio, 2nd place Free hookah, and I forgot the other one.We arrived right before happy hour was over and our waitress said everything was half off! I ordered a hookah to start and two cocktails. The hookah came pretty fast but the cocktails took about 20 minutes or less. No problem because the vibe and music were good. The hookah was smooth but we didn't get big clouds until about 30 minutes in but the flavor was good.For my cocktails I ordered the Sparkling Rose (which was really tasty) and the Tango Mango which was great as well. For food we ordered chicken wings with the sweet chili sauce and the salmon bites. Pretty good. Our server was quick and attentive and even though they charge 20% gratuity I had no problem tipping extra. No complaints."

Highness Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.6 (18)

"The ambience was nice. We went the weekend of the grand opening and we're the only ones in there for a while that Saturday which was fine, our waitress was not knowledgeable about drinks whatsoever but was nice. 20%Gratuity was added (party of two) and I was told it wasn't at first then after adding an additional tip was told it was! The food was good. Lamb chops could've been cooked better but other dishes tasted fine."

Pasha Restaurant and Bar

★★★★☆ 3.5 (440) • $$$

"Arrived around 7:30pm on a Saturday. Not crowded and was able to sit outside. The outdoor seating is covered with heat lamps. They offer hookahs and the ambiance was nice. The music was cool and nice customer service. Valet is $5. He ordered the Wagyu and I ordered the seafood linguine and we both had the Mid-Point. The burger melts in your mouth and the linguine was fresh. The Mid-Point is a bitter cocktail. Nice date night atmosphere but it seems more of a pre party spot around 9. Highly recommend."

Cavo Kitchen & Cocktail

★★★★☆ 3.9 (8)

"Hey Atlanta Foodies! Craving fire pits, floral decor, & delicious food? CAVO Kitchen & Cocktail delivers! This Buckhead gem isn't just a meal, it's a full vibe check. Think: open kitchen magic, & a downstairs bar oozing boss vibes at 3186 Roswell Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30305. With friendly service to match!But the food is the real star! We devoured decadent Cheesesteak Egg Rolls & briny Oysters Rockefeller at CAVO Buckhead. Their 12" Lobster Pizza is a party in every bite! Entrees like Jerk Lamb Chops & Whole Fried Red Snapper are delicious too. I love to wash it down with their lychee martini - perfection!"

Therapy Lounge

★★★★☆ 3.6 (139) • $$

"Phase 1 seems cool, but phase 2 was a vibe! Drinks and service were top notch. It was dark and chill, you can dress casual! Honestly, what I liked the most was the tv screens matching the dj. Any time he mixed a new song or switched, the video would too! Drinks were tasty, tacos were even better and I am a drinker lol'"

Weezy's

★★★★☆ 3.9 (41)

"I came to Weezy's for Sunday brunch around 1:30 pm. There was no wait. It picked up around 2:00 pm. They offer self parking for $10-$20 on the weekend (free during the week).I ordered the shrimp & grits, brussel sprouts, and a mango mimosa. The shrimp and grits were very flavorful and I'm glad it was served with the tail off, but I'm not sure why they put a big half of a lemon in the dish. Lemons are the dirtiest fruits and the placement seemed off. The brussel sprouts were good, but were sweet. I prefer savory brussels over sweet. The mango mimosa was delicious. I like that I could taste the flavor, but it was too much juice/syrup.The aesthetics are cute and it was a chill vibe. They played older r&b songs, not recent music. Unfortunately, they do not carry hot sauce just tabasco. It's also important to note that they do not offer complimentary water. The water is $7-$14.We sat at the bar. Our server was Jessica. It took almost an hour to get our food, but besides that the service was good. AJ wasn't our server, but she was awesome and really nice!"

1201 Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (47)

"Came in to check this place out since its fairly new. I'm going to say since it's fairly new will give some grace. There are some areas of opportunity for sure. Put in reservations but due to only in person working it seems didn't check in just sat us which caused issue on open table. Sat outside on the patio as it felt good out. Seating was comfortable. Took about 15 minutes before someone came over to ask if ar needed but again he was the bar tender, server, hostess so giving grace. Tried the tower it was pretty sugary since not shaken. Tried the Salmon egg rolls, wings (lemon pepper), red snapper. Everything was flavored well I can say. Will come back up try again hopefully they get the young man running around some help."

Dijla Cafe & Lounge

★★★★☆ 4.1 (65) • $$

"DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH!!!!!!!!!!Parking in a dim lit lot but free. Do not judge this place by the outside appearance! It is a great time! No alcohol served, but juice, smoothies and teas are available.Our server Malikka was AWESOME and balanced all the tables on a Friday night like a champ! The smoothie was just the right sweetness and a large size.The grilled fish was outstanding. My friend and I were totally silent as we ripped our plates apart with no mercy.The lentil soup is more like dahl but tasty. Malikka suggested adding lemon squeezes to it and that made such a nice difference.Hookah was smoooooooooth and serviced regularly with coals.I loved my time there and would be back!"

Ace Atlanta

★★★☆☆ 2.7 (83)

"Service was very slow. We had to go find a server and then find said server multiple times that night. The lemon pepper wings were too salty for me, but I loved the sweet chili salmon bites."

Vanity Restaurant And Bar

★★★★☆ 3.5 (26)

"I honestly don't know what to make of this place. It was next to my hotel and the beautiful exterior drew me in.When I got inside, it felt like a night club. It was super dark and I was carded and then told to sit anywhere so I sat at the bar. I ordered some steak bites and some fries. My server forgot to put the order for the fries in so I only got the steak bites and they were really tasty! However, they gave me disposable silverware to eat the steak with, which felt a little odd.I wouldn't say go and I wouldn't say not go - just check it out for yourself. Making a reservation is seemingly unnecessary but easy through the yelp app.Also, be warned: this is also a hookah lounge so it goes have that fruity smoke scent to it."

The lions restaurant & Hookha lounge

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (50) • $$

"I visited this location to celebrate a friend's birthday. My sister-in-law had been here before and suggested for good food, hookah, and chill vibes, which is exactly what we got.The Parking: It's located in a shopping center on Buford Highway, so plenty of free parking.The Service: The service was great. Our hosts were extremely nice. Once our party got larger, they offered us to move to a bigger booth once it opened up, which offered us a lot more space than the table we were at originally.The Atmosphere: Felt like your typical hookah spot. I heard it's a good mix of music, but the night we went, it was mostly all AfroBeats.The Hookah: If I recall correctly, I believe the hookah was priced decently at about $25. The hookah also hit really good. I found myself pretty buzzed rather quickly. I ate before I came, so I didn't order any food; however, I was offered some food once people could no longer finish their meals from being stuffed. I merely sampled a little from everyone to help out, as I was still full myself, and everything I tasted was delicious.Overall, I would definitely check this spot out. Real lowkey."

Blue Restaurant

★★☆☆☆ 2.3 (77) • $$

"Hookah fan here since 2007, and finally made it to this locale right outside the Shops. Location is great and food is tasty! I ordered the lamb skewers with Jasmine rice, and they were very tasty! I can tell they take extra steps to make their food taste distinguished from an item on most hookah lounge menus... The lamb was marinated nicely and the hooka was a nice top off. Drink menu offers various premium drinks and prices aren't too bad. About ($13 for a drink Henny, Ciroc, Bacardi) Now, I'll be back but the manager did ruin the end for us because he is incompetent. Don't you feel cheated or disgusted when the staff is better than a manager?!?! We got there at 8pm. The host advised us at 10pm they charge for tables.... I'm sure you know where I'm already going. My group and I were in no argument here but the loser manger kept putting pressure on us from about 9:50-1030. When he found out the waitress was m.i.a. the last 20 min or so he felt like a jerk. My group and I had been ready to go but the waitress never brought the checks. Whose fault is that?!?... We are not going to leave without our tab closed to stand by the bar and wait on a check and have to sign at the bar. We will do that at the table! Nonetheless, aside from that lil hiccup the place is passable and the area is cool. Typical Atl vibe. Bottle service at like 8pm, pretty people, nice bar, and good music. Manager is really annoying though. I don't know who the guy was but he' short, has a semi-thick accent and put pressure on us when the pressure should have been on his staff!"

Chef Rob's Cafe & Bar

★★★☆☆ 3 (722) • $$

"Me and a friend of mine decided to stop here to get a quick bite. When we arrived we parked in the public lot. We walked in and were greeted and sat at the bar. I started with the rum punch, and it was good. I then had the jerk shrimp egg rolls, and they were decent, just the sauce was a little sweet. My friend enjoyed their quesadilla. The bill wasn't bad and we had a good experience."

Sior ATL

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (22)

"Sior is a charming restaurant with considerable potential. Despite initial confusion about parking, which is conveniently situated right in front despite the "reserved" signage, I discovered this after a brief period of navigating in circles. The entrance, interestingly, is located at the back of the building, necessitating a stroll along the "red carpet" through the patio area. The main dining space, albeit modest, exudes a cozy ambiance, appearing capable of comfortably accommodating around 25 patrons. During our brunch visit, we were the sole diners, contributing to an unhurried and relaxed atmosphere.The culinary offerings, both in terms of beverages and food, were exquisite. Notably, their rendition of plain eggs stood out as the best I have experienced in a restaurant setting. Unfortunately, the specific names of the dishes elude my memory, but the distinct charm and delectable offerings ensure my intent to return in support of this establishment. I sincerely hope for their success, driven by the delightful culinary experience that guarantees my continued patronage."

6am

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (35) • $$

"We were immediately greeted and seated upon entering the building. I believe the host name was Jessica or Jennifer. Unfortunately I for not recall but her service was exceptional. I have shared pics of the menu. Pricing was fair. Whenever I first visit lounges and they offer wings I will try them. The wings we're large however I definitely prefer the smaller ones. The shrimp poboy was good too. The good was definitely hot when it arrived to the table. The only downside was I simply wanted a cup of water but you have to purchase a bottle of fiji water for $4. Before leaving we had the opportunity to try a hookah. The ambiance of the place was nice. Open floor plan but intimate at the same time. They dimmed the lights right before I was leaving. The restroom was exceptionally large, very clean with a lot of natural light. There is no alcohol served. Great after hours spot for sure. Great food options on the menu."

Octopus Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.9 (247) • $$$

"What a weird little place. This place is prime for a pros and cons list:Pros: food is great and fresh, service is great, hookah burned great, ambiance is quirky, vibe is distinctly Atlanta, and the bar is impressive in terms of look and variety. There are TVs everywhere and I love watching sports so that's fun too. I like the decorations a lot as it has an updated but older feel with character.Cons: this place is very, VERY overpriced. Salad, 5 shrimp, and rice for $41 is just unnecessary. I got metal detected upon walking in which was fine except that means there's a reason they're metal detecting on the way in which is not great. "Standard" valet was $20 to move my car maybe 5 feet. This place has no idea what to be. Is it an upscale seafood restaurant? A hookah lounge? A sports bar? A club? Yes to all. I'm not mad about it as the concept seems viable enough. It's just confusing and a bit of a rip.4/5"

Elite Hookah Lounge

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (46)

"**Review based on Sunday brunch**Parking: they have Valet to assist you once you arrive. The valet guy was very polite and even opened the door for me to get out of my Uber. Ambiance: it gave a lounge/clubby vibes. They have sections and a bar area and a live DJ for brunch. The vibes were fun and everyone here was upbeat including us the customers. Service: aside from valet, the waitresses were good at checking up on us and making sure we were good. The hookah girl came and brought my hookah, and never checked on me again. My coal burned out and I couldn't get a refill so I left. Food: the Salmon & grits were great! The mimosas were good but the liquor wasn't. Gave me a headache immediately afterwards. I spent a total of $80 on my hookah, three mimosas, and my salmon and grits dish. I will return here with a group of friends. Well done Elite."

Escobar Restaurant & Tapas

★★☆☆☆ 2.4 (575) • $$

"Came in on a rainy Thursday looking for something different. Boy is this place different. The write up says tapas, but that is not what this really is. It is a hookah bar with a club vibe (security at the door and notes about no cover charge) and really loud music. I sat at a the bar and scanned the Q code for the menu. I went with the crab cakes that come with two sides - chose rice and okra. The okra was fantastic. The crab cakes were good, but neither had any sauce. The rice was oddly crunchy, maybe undercooked a bit?The service is great - the staff are friendly and the chef even came out to check on the food. Just realize what you are in for before you go!"

42 Bar And Grill

★★★★☆ 4.1 (24)

"After a long day of traveling our friend brought us here for a cocktail and lite bites.I started off with a Smoked Peach Old Fashion, my second one was a normal old fashion made perfectly, it was good but just a tad too sweet for me. My friend got the Lychee Martini and loved it. We ordered there 50 cent wings Garlic Parmesan, Teriyaki Chili and Smoked wings. They all tasted great, the smoked ones had a good flavor and the skin was cooked perfectly.The vibe inside is baseball related for # 42 Jackie Robinson. Decor was nice, they had a hookah bar off to the side.Our waitress Jordan was fantastic."

The Sivas

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (564) • $$

"I came here with my cousin on my second night in town. This place was really cool. We went on a Tuesday and it seemed like a normal night, I definitely can see the place getting packed. They had a DJ playing music and this was on a random Tuesday and people were catching a vibe dancing and having a good time so I can just imagine how it is on the weekend. Speak up, because it does get loud in there. You can enjoy some hookah with your food or drinks, they have an outdoor patio as well as the inside and bar area. The drinks were pretty good, they weren't watered down for a late night bar so that was a huge plus. But we grabbed some quick appetizers and ordered the rib tibs, beef and lamb burrito and the slider burgers which were all really delicious. So far so good. I'm curious to try more on the menu the next time I visit. Their menu has a lot on there with the Turkish influenced cuisine.For parking they don't validate, they don't have control of the lot so you're going to have to pay to park. We paid $20 to park. There's no way around this and definitely make sure you pay to park because if you don't your car will likely be booted by the time you walk out. The restaurant told me that and they weren't kidding, the parking lot guy was regularly checking the lot."

Pera Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.1 (28) • $$$

"Great vibes and great food. I've tried the salmon, Brussels and fettuccine. All the items were delicious. The service is nice as well and everyone is really attentive even if you're in a large group."

CRU Urban Lounge

★★★★☆ 3.5 (387) • $$

"Came here while out with family for a cousin's night out. We made a reservation for 20ppl and arrived on-time. Despite being on time, our table was given away to another party. Instead of correcting it or providing something for the inconvenience, we were crammed into a 10seater booth so the couples had to sit on each others laps. While there, the music was good and we had a good time. However, when it was time to check out, the waitress got our bill incorrect and charged the wrong amount for our bottles. She gave us a really hard time about correcting it and was hesitant to give us a receipt for the refunded amount. The night lasted longer than needed.Needless to say, I'm not in a rush to go back. If I did go back then I wouldn't come with a large party because reservations don't seem to be honored."

Zanzi Bar Cuisine & Lounge

★★★★☆ 3.6 (27)

"I had a great experience here mainly because the food - I arrived with low expectations thinking this was going to be one of those places that focuses more on aesthetics and vibes than the quality of the food. Every single item were delicious and up to par on what I expect the food to be. I will definitely be back"

Graffiti Atlanta

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (30)

"Love the owner Travis! Real fun safe vibe in the city and the food is bomb. Parking is good too!"

Atlantis Restaurant & Lounge

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (391) • $$

"This place is where it's at! Located in the Piedmont Area of Atlanta, it's a very popular venue for both locals and out of towners. We decided to drop in for brunch around 1pm and it was packed both inside and out and the doors opened at 12p. There is a 2 hour seating limit per party, you can sit outside or purchase bottle service inside. However, the more bottles you buy, the more your time limit extends. After 7 bottles and Lord knows how many hours of "brunchin", this day was a blur. All I will say is that the music/DJ here was different. The food was fresh, seasoned to perfection also. The lobster Mac n cheese w the fried shrimp is a must try. It's packed w so much flavor. The hot wings here are mouth watering too. There's so much I want to say about the food and service but for some reason it's not all coming back to me at the moment (still drunk 2days later). There's hookah here also if that's your thing. Honestly I enjoyed this place the most and will make sure I drop in every time I'm in the city. 5 stars for the venue5 stars for the food and service5 stars for the DJ15 stars total. Let's get it!!!"