5 BEST HOOKAH BARS IN PROVIDENCE RI

5 Best Hookah Lounges in Providence RI

It’s a relaxing evening and you have a craving for some hookah, chill vibes, and good drinks. There are loads of things to do in Providence and thankfully there are also places that will fill those cravings.

Having traveled to numerous places in Europe and the Middle East, we’ve tried hookah in quite a few different places. It tastes a bit different everywhere and a lot of the quality comes from how it’s prepared. So, for the places that we’re reviewing tonight, we’re looking at places that not only had good choices of flavor, but hookah bars that prepared everything just right!

Be sure to read about each one in their descriptions, because some of these are hookah bars and some are a “sit down and eat” type dinner places that also serve hookah.

1. Nara Hookah Bar

The Nara Lounge is a Middle Eastern café right on Atwells. They offer a full bar and some delicious choices for hookah! While I don’t usually eat when I smoke hookah, this place is the exception for me. They offer a lot of authentic Middle Eastern cuisine like Kibbee and Grape Leaves, food that’s fairly hard to find done right. There’s also plenty of space to move around and so don’t worry about being cramped.

2. SYN Hookah Lounge

The SYN Hookah lounge takes the second spot on our list after Byblos closed for Covid-19 and has not mentioned a reopening date. SYN offers a great atmosphere with drinks and music. The lounge is on the smaller side but not necessarily cramped and is located just off Atwells Ave. 

3. Sky Lounge

This one is near Providence but in Smithfield. I wanted to add it since it’s already close to the area and Twin River Casino. I know plenty of people who frequent the casino for fun and Sky Lounge is a great place to start the fun or end it. The lounge can also be rented for larger events, so if you have a celebration coming up and want a hookah, look no further!

4. Pasha

This was actually the first hookah bar I ever went to in Rhode Island. It’s a relaxing environment and they have a full bar to go along with some quality shisha. I know it sounds weird, but I’m also a fan of “bar food” and the wings they had here was just right. I had heard rumors that it can get packed occasionally, but the few times I’ve been there we had plenty of room and always found a spot.

5. Tel Aviv Waterfront

I saved this one for last because it’s much more than a simple hookah lounge. A much more upscale establishment, the Tel Aviv Waterfront has a variety of menu options that would appease anyone with a Middle Eastern tongue or cravings of a New Englander. On top of great food and hookah, they offer a selection of cigars as well. While I’m not a cigar fan personally, it does add a little extra to their menu that you might like!

About Shisha Bars in Providence

This post was to focus on the top 5 hookah lounges in Providence Rhode Island. There are other hookah bars in Rhode Island, but these come with the biggest guarantee of a good time. 

Be mindful that since the Covid-19 pandemic, regulations have changed at each place, and visiting may be subject to some rules. 

If you have any questions or newer recommendations, be sure to leave them in the comments below!

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Hookah Lounges 18+?

Many hookah lounges do require customers to be over the age of 18 years old. However, some may double as restaurants and allow younger ages but not allowed to smoke. Some hookah lounges even require you to be 21 to smoke a hookah. 

It’s best to call an establishment ahead of time to request the age requirement as some may not list the requirement on their website (or be outdated). 

Are Hookah Lounges Expensive?

Hookah is fairly priced but can be expensive depending on the establishment. The cost of hookah tobacco may cost more than a pack of cigarettes also depending on the brand. Overall, you can expect to pay a fair price considering you don’t have to prepare or maintain the hookah itself. 

Is There A Difference Between Shisha And Hookah?

The terms are commonly referred to as one and the same. Shisha comes from the Persian word for glass, shishe. While the term hookah is used to describe the pipe that the tobacco is smoked through. Despite the subtle differences between the two words, many places will use them to describe the same thing. 

Do Hookah Lounges Serve Alcohol?

It’s fairly common practice for most hookah lounges to also act as a bar. While there may be some exceptions, it’s safe to expect most hookah lounges to also serve alcohol. 

Check out more of Rhode Island!

Providence has a wide variety of things to do and great places to eat. But, Providence is all there is in Rhode Island and Newport offers some amazing eats and sites!