The hookah smoking tradition originated in the East and it was in the Arab countries that it became one of the most popular folk traditions. In recent years, hookah smoking as a form of relaxation has become widespread. This happened mainly due to the fact that tourists, having begun to visit Egypt and Turkey in large numbers, began to bring these exotic devices from there. Hookah lovers do not regard his smoking more like replacing cigarettes, but rather the opportunity to relax and have a good time in the company of friends. We want to introduce you to Almaty hookah. Here you can relax.
Hookah Almaty, list
We bring to your attention the top ten best hookah bars in Almaty:
- "MINT Lounge on Seyfullina" (472 Seyfullina ave.) - this bar will delight you with excellent cuisine, elite types of hookah, tea, excellent atmosphere. This bar also offers delivery of a fully equipped hookah accompanied by the best hookah masters.
- "Peppermint Lounge on Gagarina" (208A / 8 Gagarina Ave.) - another bar of the Peppermint Lounge network will delight you with a high-quality and varied cuisine, an excellent selection of hookahs. The bar has a DJ, there is a summer terrace, unguarded free parking.
- "Bump" (66 Zhibek Zholy St.) is one of the best hookah bars in Almaty. In addition to the hookah, you can taste delicious dishes in it. The summer terrace with live music is also very cozy.
- Topor (63 Nauryzbai Batyr St.) - coffee, tea, lemonade, burgers, hookah and a great atmosphere are waiting for everyone here. Board games and watching sports broadcasts attract visitors here.
- Intimes (Utepova St., 13) - this bar offers to combine a hookah with Japanese cuisine and a game on PLay Station. The bar has a VIP room and karaoke. Separate cabins are also offered: a VIP cab for 15 seats, and smaller cabs where you can immerse yourself in the world of the famous capitals of New York and London (8 seats each).
- Khan El-Khalili on Makatayev (Makatayev St., 158) is a representative of another well-known hookah network. In Almaty, the network is represented by three institutions, in addition to Khan El-Khalili on Makatayev, this is Khan El-Khalili on Abylai Khan (94 Abylay Khan Ave.) and Khan El-Khalili in Alma Arasan (Dulati St., 2a). A distinctive feature of the bars of this network is the interior of the Thousand and One Nights. Excellent cuisine and luxurious hookah - this is what attracts visitors to this bar. Board games are available, there is Wi-Fi. Another distinctive feature of the bars of this network is the working time, from 10 am to 3 nights.
Hookah bars without kitchen
- Contrast Hookah (Shevchenko str., 148) - aromatic hookah, pizza, a variety of drinks, TV screen, board games, sports, Wi-Fi ... You won’t be bored here! Special promotions for visitors, own parking.
- Nargilia (Satpayev St., 4) - a well-known international network of hookahs is also represented in Almaty. A wide selection of tobaccos, unique design and musical style will not leave indifferent lovers of this type of relaxation. Board games, sports broadcasts, a movie projector - all for your best pastime.
- Mist Hookah Lounge (Zeina Shashkina St., 16) is one of the most democratic institutions in the city, thanks to very low prices, hookah is available to almost anyone. There is a film projector, background music. Great place to watch a movie and smoke a hookah.
- Bellini Coffee (Auezova St., 130) - this coffee shop offers everyone an excellent selection of coffee, pizza and hookahs. Pastries and board games are also available. Great for meeting friends at the end of the work week. There is a summer terrace.
Price comparison
In institutions of this kind, the concept of "average bill" usually exists. This makes it possible to at least roughly imagine the level of prices in the institution. Let's look at the above hookahs in this aspect.
It is immediately evident that the most expensive average account is in the Khan El-Khalili network, from 7 to 10 thousand tenge (1300-1850 rubles). Behind it with the same "results" of 4.5-7 thousand tenge (800-1300 rubles) are several bars at once - the bars of the "MINT Lounge", "Bump" and Mist Hookah networks. Further, with an average account of 3-4.5 thousand tenge (550-800 rubles), Intimes and Contrast Hookah go. And they close the list, that is, they can boast of low prices, the Bellini Coffee coffee shop and the Topor bar - 1.5-3 thousand tenge (280-550 rubles).
Of course, such a comparison is not as objective as possible, it depends a lot on the services offered, in particular, the kitchen, but you can get a general idea before visiting.
Hookah Almaty: visitor reviews
It is no coincidence that in our list of the best hookah bars in the first place there are bars of the MINT Lounge network. Many visitors in their reviews confirm that the network is the best in Kazakhstan.
Here are some of the top ten bars reviews:
- "Cone". Visitors are completely satisfied with the service, there are small comments on the interior, some visitors are unhappy that the tables are not fenced off from each other.
- Topor. In the reviews, visitors are mostly grateful for the excellent service.
- El-Khalili. Thanks from visitors, especially a convenient working time.
So, friends, Almaty hookahs are waiting for you!