Istanbul Cafe

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Located in New York,

Address: 1905 White Plains Rd, Bronx, NY 10462, United States

Phone: +1 347-281-9600

Rating: 4.3

Services

  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery
  • Great tea selection
  • Sport
  • Good for working on laptop
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Coffee
  • Toilets
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy
  • Groups
  • Tourists
  • University students
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • Credit cards

Categories

  • Hookah bar
  • Cafe

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Comments

  • Review 1 (2021-04-22 - Rating: 4)

    Little Yemen in the Bronx the area is called. This review is interesting because I found an ad on the internet that this place has hookah and appetizer food. Im not a hookah person but the environment with food would be good. Theres no food and the google ad shows that. But, good music and vibe I stayed and ordered food and had a couple of nice Heineken Zeros (my non drinking weekend, perfect because non-alcoholic beverages with tea and coffee available). If you like hookah, laid back music and a relaxing vibe check the location out.

  • Review 2 (2023-11-21 - Rating: 5)

    One of my favorite hookah spots 💯 They offer a variety of hookah flavors in choice of ceramic bowl, grapefruit head, or pineapple head. You can have the “dine-in” experience or take your bowl or head to go. They serve non-alcoholic beverages (cold and hot). Outside drinks are not allowed. TVs on mute and music in the background with red atmosphere. The red is cool at first, but over time not so much. I wish the red theme would change because it makes the place feel dim. The folks running this place are friendly, respectful, and are prompt to serve. They have cards and dominoes too.

  • Review 3 (2024-04-14 - Rating: 4)

    Nice hookah place in Bronx. Good for hanging out with friends..

  • Review 4 (2021-06-25 - Rating: 5)

    Always great quality hookah and good customer service. Been coming here for years. Newly renovated and still a Great lounge. Warning for first timers... very long stairs and no liquor. The best...Mint in orange head hookah 👌

  • Review 5 (2023-10-22 - Rating: 5)

    I would recommend this lounge if you are looking to enjoy your company while together. The music is nice and not extremely loud, like other lounges.I tried their tea and enjoyed some hookah with my fellow work partners.Mr Aziz and his father [ the owner] are very gentle individuals,Thank you 🌹.

  • Review 6 (2024-08-21 - Rating: 5)

    Clean & fast good quality service minds, me of back home

  • Review 7 (2023-01-04 - Rating: 5)

    Very lovely place to have a nice chill time. Ordered a cappuccino it was amazing 👏. This venue doesnt serve alcohol which makes it even better. I recommend 💯👌

  • Review 8 (2024-10-05 - Rating: 5)

    My first time eating there today. I absolutely love the food. It was delicious

  • Review 9 (2022-05-11 - Rating: 5)

    My first time here since COVID and I had an amazing experience I had love 66 with the fresh grapefruit head was so good and it lasted way more than an hour and the mint tea was perfectly steeped peace and quiet was on point music was just high enough amazing variety service was fast paced hookah guy was great bathroom was so clean I got a refill it did taste a little too much like charcoal but the fix to that was to take out one of them and only put two instead of three and they were refilling the charcoals right on time I just wish they had more outlets for if you have to charge your phone definitely coming back again this is definitely the best hookah in town and the price that I paid was definitely worth it compared to other places I have been they don’t over charge and the service was amazing and worth stopping by for

  • Review 10 (2022-06-21 - Rating: 5)

    This place does not serve food, it is only meant to enjoy hookah. However, they do have a variety of non-alcoholic drinks (and they let you bring in outside food). No outside drinks though.The hookah here is excellent and the staff is super nice and attentive, they refill coal quickly; so you just sit on the couch and smoke hookah. The only con I have about this place is that the music is a little too loud, it distracts from what I’m trying to listen to on my laptop or phone.Huge pros of this place, has free wifi and takes credit card (it’s not a cash only place like many many other hookah places).

  • Review 11 (2023-10-07 - Rating: 5)

    Amazing place to chill with your friends smoke hookah and watch sports as well as amazing snacks and tea the staff are great and chill people the music is Alamo amazing just come check it out you won’t regret it 10/10 just be chill and enjoy

  • Review 12 (2024-03-09 - Rating: 5)

    Very quiet place, perfect to chill out

  • Review 13 (2019-12-03 - Rating: 5)

    Really welcoming and attentive staff. I tried their falafel sandwich and hummus & bread, really good and fresh! Prices can’t be beat, and you get a big portion for what you pay.

  • Review 14 (2016-08-24 - Rating: 4)

    Pros: Good hookah, customer service and the environment is very relaxing .Cons:nothing to eat, its important for a bar to have a snack bar or deli if not people will be hungry and they will looking for another place to eat. And be aware of the weekends entry fees they dont let you know this until they bring you the bill (nvm they have the sign outside the door.

  • Review 15 (2021-08-13 - Rating: 5)

    Very cool vibe, definitely going back. They even played some hispanic tunes which i appreciated

  • Review 16 (2021-06-26 - Rating: 4)

    Its been awhile since Ive been here and the renovations have definitely improved the ambiance of the lounge.

  • Review 17 (2024-04-19 - Rating: 5)

    Best Place in Bronx if you are visiting first time Try there paan mint its fire.

  • Review 18 (2022-04-02 - Rating: 5)

    Very chill vibes here, great service and the hookah is always on point.

  • Review 19 (2019-01-20 - Rating: 5)

    Such a chill vibe love it. However, it will be better if they serve wine and beer.

  • Review 20 (2024-05-10 - Rating: 5)

    Good vibes no bad energy

  • Review 21 (2015-05-20 - Rating: 4)

    If you want a Good Hookah Lounge, this one its the best around here... 😙💨👍🏽

  • Review 22 (2023-04-26 - Rating: 5)

    Havent tried the food, just the hookah.Came here with friends. Hookah here is the real deal. Not that cheap stuff you get at the clubPrices are very reasonable. Be mindful that this place do not serve alcohol which in attracts the correct people for the vibe they want to achieve.Sit back with your friends and significant other and enjoy this place in a tranquil atmosphere.

  • Review 23 (2022-01-04 - Rating: 5)

    Nice decorations and great environment!

  • Review 24 (2023-09-25 - Rating: 5)

    Great atmosphere and amazing hookah

  • Review 25 (2023-09-04 - Rating: 5)

    So theres no food which is okay but the Cappuccino I had was good and my family/friends said they enjoyed Hookah and as did I the few puffs I took 😂. As for the vibe, its very chill and the workers are very attentive with refilling the charcoal.

  • Review 26 (2018-10-24 - Rating: 5)

    Very nice place 2nd floor music .theyre friendly.

  • Review 27 (2018-12-11 - Rating: 5)

    My go-to hookah spot in the Bronx. They dont serve food or alcohol but its a great chill spot.

  • Review 28 (2018-02-03 - Rating: 5)

    Great spot, even though no alkahol great hookah

  • Review 29 (2024-01-18 - Rating: 5)

    Best service best Hookah in town

  • Review 30 (2021-09-03 - Rating: 5)

    Honestly? I love this place alot. Came here a few times myself and once with my significant other. I love the interior decorations, the ambience is very welcoming. The main guy is very polite when catering. Most importantly he checks for ID. Unfortunately the other hookah spot nearby didnt do that so I feel more secure this one does that. The prices are really great with tons of flavor combos, so youre never bored. Im also an artist, so I enjoy a relaxing smoke while drawing. Highly recommended if youre an introvert like myself wanting some down time without any loudness

  • Review 31 (2022-08-27 - Rating: 5)

    First time came in here. Prices are fair and good. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who wants to try hookah closer to Parkchester. Definitely would come again. It’s open till 4 AM.

  • Review 32 (2017-08-09 - Rating: 5)

    Its good quiet nice place to come by yoooselffff

  • Review 33 (2018-11-15 - Rating: 4)

    Good chill spot... good prices.. and service... nice

  • Review 34 (2022-11-09 - Rating: 5)

    Always a pleasure going here. Hookahs are made fresh and are made to last. Coals are constantly changed.

  • Review 35 (2019-07-17 - Rating: 5)

    Wanted to try something different and I could not be more happy that I did!

  • Review 36 (2019-11-29 - Rating: 4)

    Its quite not so loud music.

  • Review 37 (2023-06-18 - Rating: 5)

    Chill vibes, good hookah.

  • Review 38 (2016-04-22 - Rating: 5)

    The Best Hookah Spot In The Tri-state Area.

  • Review 39 (2018-03-23 - Rating: 5)

    Really great hookah!!! Especially the mint and peach mint.

  • Review 40 (2022-01-07 - Rating: 4)

    Nice place to be. Will definitely come back the music is so nice

  • Review 41 (2017-12-26 - Rating: 4)

    The hookah is pretty good, not a lot of drinks available. The staff is friendly and cooperative. The prices are decent especially that it is one of few hookah lounges in the bronx.

  • Review 42 (2017-09-25 - Rating: 4)

    Hookah is great. Lemon with grape and mint is probably the best. They charge $5 cover fee over the weekend per person.

  • Review 43 (2017-07-24 - Rating: 5)

    Favorite hookah lounge. Within a year Ive went more than 20 times. Great customer service. Great variety. Nice lighting.

  • Review 44 (2016-06-07 - Rating: 5)

    Great place. Workers are very attentive and courteous. Prices are fair and always a good vibe.

  • Review 45 (2018-07-20 - Rating: 4)

    It’s good but you don’t really get the vibe if you want some quality time with friends and family then highly recommended

  • Review 46 (2018-11-27 - Rating: 5)

    Fun place, many flavors of hookah for a great price. Neat and elegant establishment

  • Review 47 (2020-01-29 - Rating: 5)

    Always excellent service, great music, and just a chill spot overall, a place to go to if you dont want to be bothered and just relax!

  • Review 48 (2017-07-24 - Rating: 5)

    It is a good café I really like this place, warm, romantic, and the best service. I recommend every body to try it.

  • Review 49 (2019-12-29 - Rating: 5)

    The best hookah lounge in NYC 👊🏾👊🏾

  • Review 50 (2023-05-25 - Rating: 5)

    Great service, excellent hookah

  • Review 51 (2019-09-20 - Rating: 5)

    I dead love this place . Lol I come here on a regular . The hookah is great & last for a long time! Prices are reasonable . The EMployees there are very nice & welcoming everytime . That’s why I can’t understand other people’s feedback I see on here . Rules are rules & it’s understood no outside drinks , but u are allowed to bring your own outside food z. It is a very relaxing spot and a time you can just chill and have for yourself . ALWAYS play pretty good music , although I wish they could have a DJ there atleast for weekend nights , which would be dope . & should serve atleast Wine or beer would be nice Other then that I love the service & they HOOKAH! ❤️👌🏼

  • Review 52 (2019-10-13 - Rating: 5)

    Great a e to relax, smoke and be social.

  • Review 53 (2017-04-11 - Rating: 4)

    Good vibes never any hassles great service and on the weekends live DJ... Only minus is no 🍸🍺 but otherwise Grade a place to unwind and relax

  • Review 54 (2017-06-29 - Rating: 5)

    It just has such a very relaxed environment. You can bring games or just sit on your laptop. They have REAL shisha and even some crappy herbal blends.I think they pack the bowls too close (touching) to the shisha. I usually make a bowl more like an oven, not a grill. Because of the tight pack, shisha burns too much for a harsh smoke. I usually remove 2 of 4 coals on top or just tell the guy 2 pieces. It lasts longer and you get big, smooth clouds of smoke without the burn.I also notice people, employees included, blowing the coals to knock the ash off, hot embers flying. I think thats an accident waiting to happen. I do a short drop on the coal tray, knocks the ash off and keeps the fireworks to zero.

  • Review 55 (2021-08-06 - Rating: 5)

    Great hangout spot. Prices are good.

  • Review 56 (2019-10-08 - Rating: 5)

    Best hooka and service in the Bronx.

  • Review 57 (2019-04-08 - Rating: 5)

    Quick and tasty

  • Review 58 (2017-03-31 - Rating: 4)

    Excellent hookah lounge, only downfall is no liquor. Awesome employees, amazing DJs and chill ambiance make up for it

  • Review 59 (2019-02-27 - Rating: 4)

    Good place but employees are rude

  • Review 60 (2016-11-14 - Rating: 5)

    Best hooka lounge in the bronx

  • Review 61 (2018-12-02 - Rating: 5)

    Chill place, good price, but no alcohol

  • Review 62 (2024-05-18 - Rating: 5)

    Amazing people

  • Review 63 (2019-10-19 - Rating: 5)

    Nice place, great delicious food.

  • Review 64 (2017-10-28 - Rating: 5)

    Great place and best management

  • Review 65 (2014-01-16 - Rating: 5)

    Best hookah spot around.

  • Review 66 (2022-02-27 - Rating: 5)

    Very nice place and the service is great

  • Review 67 (2015-04-26 - Rating: 5)

    Love this place great atmosphere...

  • Review 68 (2017-05-23 - Rating: 5)

    Best hookah I had

  • Review 69 (2016-04-26 - Rating: 5)

    A Very Good Place to Chill

  • Review 70 (2020-12-09 - Rating: 5)

    Best tea.

  • Review 71 (2019-11-02 - Rating: 5)

    The place is great service is great

  • Review 72 (2017-03-20 - Rating: 5)

    A great place to relax

  • Review 73 (2022-01-04 - Rating: 5)

    Cool place

  • Review 74 (2024-03-09 - Rating: 5)

    Amazing place

  • Review 75 (2019-08-07 - Rating: 4)

    Nice elegant atmosphere

  • Review 76 (2020-02-13 - Rating: 5)

    Very good hookah

  • Review 77 (2021-08-19 - Rating: 5)

    Amazing

  • Review 78 (2018-07-13 - Rating: 5)

    Very good service

  • Review 79 (2017-09-16 - Rating: 5)

    Dope spot

  • Review 80 (2018-08-31 - Rating: 4)

    Cozy and comfortable place

  • Review 81 (2023-03-07 - Rating: 5)

    Nice

  • Review 82 (2018-10-12 - Rating: 4)

    Okay

  • Review 83 (2018-11-30 - Rating: 5)

    Cool place.

  • Review 84 (2021-06-25 - Rating: 5)

    Good

  • Review 85 (2018-06-02 - Rating: 5)

    Good , clean

  • Review 86 (2020-01-02 - Rating: 5)

    Relaxing

  • Review 87 (2019-01-20 - Rating: 5)

    Best place

  • Review 88 (2021-07-20 - Rating: 4)

    Cozy place

  • Review 89 (2019-04-09 - Rating: 5)

    Good

  • Review 90 (2024-05-23 - Rating: 5)

    Excellent attention, very pleasant atmosphere.

  • Review 91 (2023-03-18 - Rating: 4)

    Nice place to have a good time and have a coffee

  • Review 92 (2023-12-08 - Rating: 5)

    Very beautiful

  • Review 93 (2021-03-18 - Rating: 5)

    Hookah is great, the staff are super. 5 stars from me

  • Review 94 (2019-08-07 - Rating: 5)

    A very cozy place and its food very exotic.

  • Review 95 (2018-05-10 - Rating: 4)

    Just juice and coffee.

  • Review 96 (2023-04-25 - Rating: 5)

    Excellent

  • Review 97 (2023-05-17 - Rating: 5)

    Excellent

  • Review 98 (2019-03-16 - Rating: 5)

    Excellent

  • Review 99 (2018-02-24 - Rating: 5)

    Its crazy