I've been to Yahala Hookah Lounge three times already in Austin and I think it's become my favorite hookah place here so far. It's located on Airport Blvd near the Highland Mall, sort of hidden away in a small strip center between Lamar Blvd and Hwy 35.
Yahala is an indoor lounge, so there's no patio, but it's very well ventilated, so you can actually breathe. Walk inside Yahala Hookah Lounge and you've stepped into the Middle East. Rug patterns lined all along the walls, comfortable couches you can lie back (or straight up lie down) on, Arabic music channels on the television, and dim lighting. Sometimes you walk in and you're the only one there, other times you find groups getting together for some hookah and a game of tawla (backgammon) and legit Arabian tea.
During the weekdays, they have $10 premium hookah specials. That means you can have Al-fakher, Starbuzz, and all other premium brands for just $10. Other places in Austin charge at least $16, so that's a plus. It's a great place to come and smoke, drink some tea, and just chill out. The staff are great, the hookah is great, the chill atmosphere really gets to you because after a few puffs, you find yourself sinking into the couch with a great flavorful buzz.
Some weekends they even have belly dancers, but I haven't experienced that (yet). And it's BYOB so bring a 12 pack for a great night. I highly recommend this place if you're in Austin and believe it's truly underrated.
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Yahala is an indoor lounge, so there's no patio, but it's very well ventilated, so you can actually breathe. Walk inside Yahala Hookah Lounge and you've stepped into the Middle East. Rug patterns lined all along the walls, comfortable couches you can lie back (or straight up lie down) on, Arabic music channels on the television, and dim lighting. Sometimes you walk in and you're the only one there, other times you find groups getting together for some hookah and a game of tawla (backgammon) and legit Arabian tea.
During the weekdays, they have $10 premium hookah specials. That means you can have Al-fakher, Starbuzz, and all other premium brands for just $10. Other places in Austin charge at least $16, so that's a plus. It's a great place to come and smoke, drink some tea, and just chill out. The staff are great, the hookah is great, the chill atmosphere really gets to you because after a few puffs, you find yourself sinking into the couch with a great flavorful buzz.
Some weekends they even have belly dancers, but I haven't experienced that (yet). And it's BYOB so bring a 12 pack for a great night. I highly recommend this place if you're in Austin and believe it's truly underrated.
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