Karizma Lounge

Located in New York, New York

Address: 244 E 51st St, New York, NY 10022, United States

Phone: +1 212-605-9988

Rating: 4.3

Services

Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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Comments

Review 1 (2024-08-28 - Rating: 5)
I love this place its like a hidden treasure. The Upstairs is a whole vibe. I love the decor, and neon lights, and the music was so good. I wanted good hookah, great drinks, delicious food, and great servers and I got it all. 10 out of 10 I would definitely recommend and return her

Review 2 (2024-11-20 - Rating: 5)
Had a blast, the interior is pretty interesting, lots of nooks and crannies to enjoy. This place may look modest from the outside, but the inside is much bigger than what one would expect.

Review 3 (2024-08-17 - Rating: 5)
Visiting from dubai and this place is so addictive. Literally the BMW is their special hookah. A must try 😍 The staff at Karizma are often praised for their hospitality, making guests feel right at home.• Bella is recognized for her warm and attentive service, ensuring that every guest’s needs are met with a smile.• Hasna stands out for her friendly demeanor and quick service, making the shisha experience smooth and enjoyable.• Adam the mastermind. Love your hospitality bro :)

Review 4 (2024-03-15 - Rating: 5)
Had a great time with Linky as my server. He helped so much and was really friendly. Drinks were bomb too!! I recommend the blue mist mint for the hookah

Review 5 (2024-12-12 - Rating: 5)
I have been here multiple times throughout the year but this last time tonight with Abdul was a great experience! He made our time a great time and made sure we were comfortable 😌

Review 6 (2024-12-07 - Rating: 5)
Linky is amazing. such awesome customer service. it was my girl’s birthday and he made sure we were taken care of.

Review 7 (2024-08-17 - Rating: 5)
The server Hassana was great! We got amazing service and the atmosphere was really good. Definitely would come back again and recommend it to anyone!

Review 8 (2019-07-29 - Rating: 5)
This place was amazing. It looks small from the outside but once you go in they have an upstairs floor and a little balcony. We tried hookah (pineapple and mint) is awesome. The belly dancer started at 11:30pm which was simply beautiful. She asked us and others to dance with her. She was so sweet and engaging. The drinks and food were okay. They had a lot of drinks on the menu but the ones we picked were so so. Not strong enough for us. The vegetable spring was actually good but the meatball sliders were not what i expected but it was ok and dry. The service was ok as well but they tried. They were friendly however. Well, overall its definitely a great place to visit. Oh, i forgot to mention that the music was off the charts amazing. They played cub music then belly dancing music. Lol, anyway, it was a great place!

Review 9 (2024-12-26 - Rating: 5)
LinQ is the best host! I had a blast the last time I was there

Review 10 (2023-01-20 - Rating: 5)
First time here tonight and I loved the vibes! Amal was great and super hospitable! We came close to closing but she took care of me and all my friends and made us feel welcomed🙌🏾 Music was great as well and can’t wait to return with more friends

Review 11 (2024-08-30 - Rating: 5)
Bella was the best waitress there; showed great hospitality and service. She was so sweet! This place is amazing

Review 12 (2024-08-17 - Rating: 5)
That was great experience! Bella was great server. She took care of us so well. Definitely coming back!! Thank you 🫶🏻

Review 13 (2023-11-08 - Rating: 5)
This is a real relax place with nice ambience where you get good music, hookah and good food while you watch sports. Can’t go wrong with coming here. Also received great service by Linky.

Review 14 (2024-08-28 - Rating: 5)
Amazing place , with a nice vibe and cool decorations. Would recommend , food and hookah was amazing

Review 15 (2024-08-29 - Rating: 5)
Had a great time. Good atmosphere, great service from Bella, a great place for bringing small and large groups. Great upstairs space

Review 16 (2022-10-17 - Rating: 5)
Our waitress iLdi made our first vist exceptional! She Was over communicative, kept checking on us & making sure everything was perfect. that we got a pitcher of Mojitos and it was delicious! the food and drinks were Amazing! I’ll be coming back on my heft day off:

Review 17 (2024-08-16 - Rating: 4)
Linky is the best waiter full of energy and so caring while hosting you. Def recommend you come and ask for him. 😊😊😊

Review 18 (2024-08-16 - Rating: 4)
First time here coworker told me to come check it out please ask for Linky! He a vibe and professional and good energy with fast service.

Review 19 (2024-08-16 - Rating: 5)
This spot is the best place for hookah! Delicious food, strong drinks, top notch hookah and amazing service. Linky is the absolute best, ask for him every time! We love him 💓

Review 20 (2024-08-29 - Rating: 5)
Bella gave us amazing service! Best hookah lounge in midtown East! Will come here every time :)

Review 21 (2019-01-13 - Rating: 5)
A really awesome hookah lounge ;dark comfy filled with great furniture a wide selection of drinks and pleasant bartenders/servers. Also the super gorgeous and talented belly dancer they had.

Review 22 (2024-08-28 - Rating: 5)
Amazing service from Bella ! She was extremely attentive and catered to all of my needs, definitely will be returning soon!

Review 23 (2022-09-17 - Rating: 5)
I came in for a couple of drinks and a hookah with some friends. Amel took care of us and she was really attentive and helpful, she was a great host and made the experience so much better. The vibes and music were also great. Would definitely come back!

Review 24 (2023-09-14 - Rating: 5)
Linkey was the best ever !!! He took care of us All night ! The hookah was so smooth and the drinks were good ! We had a great time !!! I would def come here anytime I’m in the city !

Review 25 (2024-03-09 - Rating: 4)
Karisma has been our go-to spot for years. . Even after we moved and changed jobs, the siren call of this hookah lounge could not be ignored. Venturing back for the first time since the world decided to take a pandemic pause, the glorious memories came flooding back.

Review 26 (2022-09-03 - Rating: 5)
Came here tonight with my fam! We had the best time listening to wicked tunes , super special hospitable service. So many shisha flavors. Thanks so much for an epic time !

Review 27 (2024-10-26 - Rating: 5)
Gorgeous place with a lovely atmosphere. Being a belly dancer, I cant help but appreciate these places ♥️✨️

Review 28 (2024-12-15 - Rating: 5)
Linky is the best server!! super friendly and efficient . Staff is super nice i recommend karizma to everyone !

Review 29 (2024-12-26 - Rating: 5)
LinQ is so helpful & nice great costumer service

Review 30 (2024-08-16 - Rating: 5)
Had an amazing time, Linky was amazing!

Review 31 (2024-09-06 - Rating: 5)
Lovely service, Bella was incredibly kind and the hookah was great. I will be coming back when I return to town.

Review 32 (2024-08-30 - Rating: 5)
Bella and Moquine are amazing! Great service and always a wonderful time!

Review 33 (2023-08-26 - Rating: 5)
I love this place! The music is great, good tasty, great hookah and Linky was the best waiter! We had so much fun!!

Review 34 (2018-01-22 - Rating: 4)
Hookah list is super cool went during happy hour which has a good selection for a good price parking is kinda rare but with my luck someone was pulling up as I was pulling in would have gave a 5 star only thing was for the whole location there was only 1 waiter restaurant is 2 floors so from time to time felt like it took long to put in order but she was very sweet so its was ok with my party def would go back little gem in Manhattan

Review 35 (2022-09-24 - Rating: 5)
From the moment I walked in, I was met with such a warm hospitality. Once sitting down, Abdul was extremely attentive and made us feel very comfortable. Great morrocan tea and the hookah was smooth.

Review 36 (2024-04-13 - Rating: 5)
The restaurant was lovely, with a cozy ambiance and delicious food. However, what truly made our experience memorable was the outstanding service provided by Hassana. She was attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful dining experience. Thank you, Hassana, for your exceptional service! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Review 37 (2023-07-31 - Rating: 5)
Everything about this place is amazing. Visited twice my sister and I had so much fun during our visit. The music, drinks and food were great. Linky have such a great customer service skills. He cares about his customers and provides great service for them. If you ever go please ask for him trust me he will treat you well. Best one of the best lounge in NYC.

Review 38 (2024-08-28 - Rating: 5)
Bella was an excellent hostess! We had the best time 🩷

Review 39 (2019-08-19 - Rating: 5)
What a great experience. Birthday package was a great deal. Manager was super accommodating!

Review 40 (2022-01-19 - Rating: 5)
Very cool atmosphere for a hookah lounge. Drinks and food are pretty good. Prices are decent...not the best. But definitely worth the money. Definitely go after 9. Before that its pretty dead.

Review 41 (2024-03-17 - Rating: 5)
Karizman was amazing. My friend and I wanted a place to hang out for the night. The staff was amazing. Linky was amazing. He ensure that he check on us the entire time. They allowed you to have a great time. No rushing or telling us the time run out.Linky thank you, your the realest 🙌🏾🙌🏾

Review 42 (2024-03-03 - Rating: 4)
The lounge offers a cozy ambience with fast service, and an impressive selection of tobacco flavors, promising a delightful shisha experience. While the vast flavor menu impresses, the food falls into the realm of average, slightly dimming the otherwise vibrant experience. Perfect for aficionados seeking variety in their smoke.

Review 43 (2024-08-30 - Rating: 5)
Bella gave the service and drink recommendations. I will definitely be back.

Review 44 (2024-01-13 - Rating: 5)
Super awesome vibe and great customer service! hookah was great and drinks were delicious. My friend and i are out of town for a few days and actually went back twice as it was our favorite stop! good find!

Review 45 (2022-09-25 - Rating: 5)
This spot is a vibe any day if the week. The best hip hop and r&b music. And ask for Abdul he’s awesome!

Review 46 (2022-10-09 - Rating: 5)
Abdul was an excellent host nd made sure me and my family had good service and great time at the karizma lounge I would highly suggest that everyone go check it out

Review 47 (2024-04-13 - Rating: 5)
Today was my first time at the lounge with my fiancé and it was a beautiful place amazing food and our waiter LD went above and beyond for us really appreciated her helped in every way definitely will be coming back again !!!!

Review 48 (2024-05-25 - Rating: 5)
Good music, great vibes, good customer service! Ask for Linky when you get here, he’ll make sure you’re good :)

Review 49 (2023-12-03 - Rating: 5)
Me and my girls came out to Karizma and had a great night. Our server Linky was on point! Hookah was hitting and door was great! The drinks were strong too!! Definitely coming back!

Review 50 (2024-09-01 - Rating: 5)
Happy a great, late night meal. Solid chicken kabob. Great service from Bella. Ate outside so I got the iconic NYC street atmosphere. I ventured inside to pay the bill and found a really fun nightclub/hooks lounge environment.

Review 51 (2022-03-19 - Rating: 5)
I’ve read the reviews and to be honest both negative and positive reviews are correct! If you are not in a group 4+ or ordering a bottle you will be waiting for a bit for a table especially upstairs. Otherwise they’ll have you start at the bar unless you would like a table downstairs. At first it upset me but I know how lounges work so if you get into the business aspect of it, it makes sense.I specifically wanted a table for 2 upstairs so my wait was about an hour while I sat at the bar. Once I got my table everything was great! The drinks were great, the DJ set was great with good transitions the whole night, the hookah was great as well. You get free refills on charcoal (they come around and change it for you so you never have to ask) the only refill you would pay is for the flavor but it last pretty long.The food was great, came out hot and fresh. Anyone saying the food was nasty you should know not to order actual meals at a lounge especially if you don’t know of the culture of the bar and the owners which I believe is Mediterranean. The waiters were all nice and charismatic as well. Very nice spot set up nicely. Lots of art everywhere and comfortable seating!

Review 52 (2023-01-20 - Rating: 5)
Amal was amazing. Love this place! Best hookah bar in the neighborhood! The staff is great 👍🏾

Review 53 (2024-12-26 - Rating: 5)
Food & hookah is a amazing & LinQ is so nice

Review 54 (2024-12-07 - Rating: 5)
Amazing vibes linky is the best af

Review 55 (2023-09-08 - Rating: 5)
It was my sisters b-day and Linky hooked it up for us!!! he really took care of us, was very attentive, joked around with us. he really made sure we had a great time. thank you Linky!! we will be back again 《3

Review 56 (2023-04-14 - Rating: 5)
Came here for the first time on New Years Eve and had an amazing time! The drinks were amazing (thanks to Z behind the bar!) and it was possible to enjoy the music while chatting with friends. Ive been back a few times since then and each time has been just as much fun as the first

Review 57 (2024-12-07 - Rating: 5)
Place is really fun but chill at the same time! Abdul our serve was great!!

Review 58 (2024-12-07 - Rating: 5)
Great vibes! Linky is amazingggg

Review 59 (2024-11-11 - Rating: 5)
Yo!!!! Took my girl listen this spot 20/10 no glaze real shh

Review 60 (2022-09-13 - Rating: 5)
Amel is so amazing! She was so kind and Linky were so helpful and great!

Review 61 (2022-10-09 - Rating: 5)
I had an amazing experience for my friends birthday. The server Abdul was exceptional

Review 62 (2024-08-16 - Rating: 5)
Bella was my waitress she is the best thank you 🫶🏾

Review 63 (2024-12-15 - Rating: 5)
Linky was a great server and hookah man best one in New York shout out to him !!!!! 5stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Review 64 (2024-08-16 - Rating: 5)
The lamb chops! Hookah is about there. Linky is the best!

Review 65 (2024-04-14 - Rating: 5)
Ayah our waiter was super sweet and made my birthday! Filled with energy, I had a good time at Karizma.

Review 66 (2019-05-15 - Rating: 4)
Very nice place. Cd was playing when i went but if there were a DJ it would have been better. still very fun but chill, nice hookah and drinks.

Review 67 (2022-08-28 - Rating: 4)
I’m a frequent visitor of Karizma Lounge. I absolutely love the intimate chill setting. I gothere when I want a calm night and it’s very relaxing. The music is great as well!!!! They play a lot of recent afrobeats and whatever music you want just request they play it. They really cater to your needs and I 💯 recommend!

Review 68 (2023-09-13 - Rating: 5)
Amazing hookah lounge in NYC. Good vibes and good Hookah. Food is decent. Must visit.

Review 69 (2022-09-29 - Rating: 5)
Super friendly staff and the hookah is smooth. Nice atmosphere and they have belly dancers on the weekend!

Review 70 (2023-11-08 - Rating: 5)
Came here after work and had a really great time. The hookah was smooth, the food was delicious, the drinks were strong, the music was lit and the server was attentive and lowkey funny. Make sure you ask for him when you visit 😊

Review 71 (2023-12-03 - Rating: 5)
Omg! What a time! Came here with my college friends to catch up and we had a time. Linky was our server and he was AMAZING! Definitely come for the vibes.

Review 72 (2022-09-11 - Rating: 5)
Karizma Lounge is such a great vibe, drinks are amazing & the food was equally as good. Reasonably priced hookah & our server Abdul was beyond sweet! Checked on us & made sure we were comfortable & having a great time. Will definitely be back soon!

Review 73 (2024-03-31 - Rating: 5)
Linky was one of our servers ! He’s the best. Great music and fast service

Review 74 (2024-05-25 - Rating: 5)
Linky was the best server ever!!! His recommendations were perfect!

Review 75 (2024-05-26 - Rating: 5)
Love the drinks and food and W vibesGreat service by linky (best guy ever)

Review 76 (2024-08-30 - Rating: 5)
Bella & Linky are my FAVORITE!! They’ve provided the best service & made my experience a 10/10! great music, strong drinks, & great hookah. 100% worth your trip!

Review 77 (2022-06-26 - Rating: 5)
Low key!Great vibeVery safe!No problems ever!!Amazing serviceQuick too!Have fun, enjoy the ambiance & music.This place has a ton of historySo wild many people skip over this place until they actually come!

Review 78 (2023-08-01 - Rating: 4)
The vibe was cool, the hookah was fire. Their service was decent. The drinks were trash for sure. The belly dancer was super cute. It was a cool spot. Music could’ve been better.

Review 79 (2024-08-29 - Rating: 5)
Bella is an amazing waitress, topp of the best

Review 80 (2023-11-04 - Rating: 5)
The lemon drops are my favorite. Always diverse music and vibes. Linky was a good server and was attentive. Would recommend.

Review 81 (2023-08-25 - Rating: 5)
Linky is the best. He was so welcoming and danced with me and my crew. So happy to have come here. I will bring all of my friends again.

Review 82 (2024-08-30 - Rating: 5)
Great hookah and music I’ve been coming for years and nothing has changed. Bella was amazing & took great care of us!!!

Review 83 (2024-04-13 - Rating: 5)
The spot is really nice and so is the music and serviceThe food is really good and our waitress LD was sweet and very nice.

Review 84 (2023-09-16 - Rating: 5)
Linky was a really good waiter! Accommodate the whole party I came with. Checked on us & everything. Hookah good too WHITE PEACH & MINT.

Review 85 (2022-08-27 - Rating: 5)
Amal is the best. She’s so beautiful and sweet. Every time I come she greets me right away and make sure my needs are accommodated. I love her. Always coming back because of the customer service.

Review 86 (2022-10-11 - Rating: 5)
Abdul and zena are the ones you have to go too when you’re there. Best costumer service ever. Just walking in the ambiance is great. The mood is set right and the music will have you moving no matter the day of the week. Got a bartender drink pre made by abdul which was great. Definitely not my first time there but the experience is always always amazing. If you’re thinking about going there runnnn don’t walk.

Review 87 (2022-08-31 - Rating: 5)
Amazing place, amazing vibe. Loved the hookah. The food is decent and the service by Linky is too good. He made us feel comfortable and welcome in the place. The place has some clubbing vibes and you will ha e fun with your friends. Definitely would visit again.

Review 88 (2022-09-24 - Rating: 5)
The vibes was great. The people were so nice. The drinks, music, hookah was amazing!!!!!

Review 89 (2024-08-16 - Rating: 5)
Bella was amazing. The hookah lasted all nice and the service was amazing. Best experience ever. Definitely come visit !!!!!

Review 90 (2023-12-30 - Rating: 5)
Linky was the best one worker there! He helped us have the best time and added on to our experience!

Review 91 (2024-08-30 - Rating: 5)
The best hookah lounge in NYC. The servers Bella and Moni were amazing! Highly recommend.

Review 92 (2024-03-23 - Rating: 5)
Good music good food out waiter Abdul was amazing ! He made sure we had a good time for my friends bday ?

Review 93 (2024-04-14 - Rating: 5)
Linky has amazing service he party and serviced us this is the best experience I have had at this place 10/10

Review 94 (2022-10-11 - Rating: 5)
Karizma is the place you want to go to for a good time during the weekday or weekend. The ambiance is great, food is great, the hookah is bussing and the and music will have you moving any day of the week. Ask for Abdul and Zena, they are the perfect pair working where as Abdul will hook you up with the best drinks and Zena will be your perfect host/waiter

Review 95 (2024-05-26 - Rating: 5)
Linky was so friendly and a great server. The vibes was great!!!

Review 96 (2023-07-15 - Rating: 5)
Linky the Bartender is AMAZING!!!! Karizma is a great anytime of the day spot you can go to for any occasion, but tonight I enjoyed my birthday because of him. Thank you Linky!!!!! ;)

Review 97 (2022-08-28 - Rating: 5)
We had Linky and he was an amazing waiter. We first came to this location in March and we’ve been back 3 times since then. If you’re looking for a good city night this is definitely this is definitely the place to visit.

Review 98 (2024-12-15 - Rating: 5)
Linky great customer service!!

Review 99 (2024-09-25 - Rating: 5)
Nice very warm corner, Zaid bar man very professional and very welcoming always smiling

Review 100 (2023-01-20 - Rating: 5)
Mia was so amazing, this was our first time visiting and Mia made our experience so enjoyable. Mia helped us and made us feel so comfortable. We had a great time and we will be back as we visit New York! Thank you Mia

Review 101 (2023-11-04 - Rating: 5)
Great vibes with affordable prices. Hookah is reasonably price. Our server Linky was really accommodating and made our night.

Review 102 (2024-08-17 - Rating: 5)
The best in the city … simple as that.. ask for link..man took care of my whole team on my birthday.. he’s the man … remeber link

Review 103 (2024-08-17 - Rating: 5)
Drinks very nice linky the best 🫶🏽🫶🏽

Review 104 (2024-08-16 - Rating: 5)
This place was definitely a 10/10 the music , the ambience, the decorations & drinks were amazing def coming back ! 😊

Review 105 (2023-01-19 - Rating: 5)
This is one of the nicest lounges I’ve ever been too! Came here with a friend and both of our minds are blown. The decor is amazing and the customer service is top notch.

Review 106 (2024-05-10 - Rating: 5)
Linky is the best. Great server, great energy, will come again!!

Review 107 (2023-07-30 - Rating: 5)
Visited this location for my sister birthday, everything was amazing Linky provided great service , love that they have very diverse music and setting was amazing , looking forward to coming back,

Review 108 (2024-08-30 - Rating: 5)
Best Hookah spot in NYC, Moni and Bella provided a great time and experience here! Thank you!

Review 109 (2023-08-26 - Rating: 5)
The place is so cool and the lights are amazing. Linky was the most amazing host ever and made us feel even better!!

Review 110 (2020-10-17 - Rating: 4)
Price is a bit higher now with the pandemic going on. The atmosphere is nice. Music pretty good. Food is great and the hookah is top notch. They are only allowing up to 40 people at the given covid crisis going on. Do not take such a place for granted. Only few good hookah spots are around and available during the pandemic.

Review 111 (2023-07-08 - Rating: 5)
Ld was LOVELY! The place itself is awesome. I came with a group of friends and everyone was AMAZING and tentative. I will definitely be coming back!!!

Review 112 (2023-07-08 - Rating: 5)
Linky was our server and he was attentive and had great customer service. The music was lit and a great place for girls night!

Review 113 (2024-08-17 - Rating: 5)
Great lowkey spot, Hassana gave us great service, really nice & attentive. Would recommend.

Review 114 (2022-08-27 - Rating: 5)
Had an amazing experience at Karizma! Our server Amal is exceptional and provided the most attentive service I’ve experienced at a hookah lounge in the city! Definitely a most go if ur looking for great service and good hookah!

Review 115 (2023-04-18 - Rating: 5)
This place is amazing and I always feel like home with the best service and Huka is the best in New York City! Staff is very friendly and service is perfect! All employees are happy to see guests!

Review 116 (2022-09-03 - Rating: 5)
Great vibe and good drinks. They just changed their menu to be even better. Love coming to this place to chill out and have a good time with friend. Good service

Review 117 (2024-07-18 - Rating: 5)
I’m from out of town and visited this spot because I wanted to get out and have fun. Great service and hookah. These vibes were lit.

Review 118 (2022-09-17 - Rating: 5)
Haven’t been I’m here in forever! Finally came back, and our server Amel was incredible!Hookah bussing, Chips and guacamole delicious! (kinda spicy if your into that as I am🤪)

Review 119 (2023-08-25 - Rating: 5)
Linky was the best server I’ve ever had in nightlife. He needs to teach a class on customer service!

Review 120 (2022-05-23 - Rating: 5)
The shisha at this place is top notch. Make sure that you get the love 66 flavour. The staff were friendly and respectful and our bartender karim was very welcoming and helpful to make sure we had the best experience. Before coming, be mindful, you will be charged an 18% gratuity charge on your order regardless of what you order. Overall, prices are reasonable for nyc and I would recommend this place to people visiting.

Review 121 (2024-05-10 - Rating: 5)
Linkin is the best, I come here because of his service, he goes above and beyond 🔥🔥

Review 122 (2022-09-05 - Rating: 5)
I’m not a big hookah person but whenever my bestie says she wants to come here, I’m always down.The drinks are pretty good. Well mixed.Our waitress, Emel, was very friendly and helpful!

Review 123 (2024-03-17 - Rating: 5)
LINKY & The Waiter with Red hair for the WIN. GREAT VIBES, MUSIC, SERVICE & DRINKS.

Review 124 (2022-05-14 - Rating: 4)
Good atmosphere and music, but I felt the sheesha was a little weak for the price

Review 125 (2022-10-01 - Rating: 5)
Very nice lounge! Good food, good drinks and music is not that loud at all. The server Abdul was really nice and very professional.Definitely going back

Review 126 (2018-06-14 - Rating: 4)
The hookah here is pretty good and not too intense. The food is delicious too. Sometimes the service can be pretty slow, which is the reason for the four out of five stars but all in all I was happy with the atmosphere. Before 11pm its nice and chill, after which the music picks up and starts to get a little more lounge-y and loud, but still ok to relax and have fun with your friends.

Review 127 (2021-07-04 - Rating: 4)
Usually make a stop in whenever Im nearby. Good hookah (not super strong) and good service. Multiple floors and outdoor seating available. Only downside: Same workers handle all customers regardless of floor or area... can get packed fast.

Review 128 (2024-12-15 - Rating: 5)
Linky was so amazing

Review 129 (2022-10-06 - Rating: 5)
What an establishment. What a hub of culture, beverages, good music, and great service. I’m going to come here until I’m 60. My nephew is going to come here, my mum is going to come here, and most importantly my grandma is going to come not only to smoke blueberry hookah but to receive the blessing of Abdul, shouts out to that man.

Review 130 (2022-08-30 - Rating: 5)
This is the best hookah lounge in NYC. It has a great vibe and all of the staff are super nice and professional. I would recommend this place to all of my friends. Linky and Karim are the best servers!

Review 131 (2024-05-26 - Rating: 5)
This place was amazing Linky was great and had a good vibe

Review 132 (2022-09-03 - Rating: 5)
We are in town for a couple of days and Karizma popped up on google and we are so effin glad we showed up! Fire beats! Shisha lounge where you could pre game or just game! Let’s gooooo! The host was amazing welcoming and refreshing especially dealing with New York locals! An experience my siblings and I appreciate and will cherish!

Review 133 (2024-03-15 - Rating: 5)
Linky was a great server, had a great time with the music, food and drinks.

Review 134 (2022-09-10 - Rating: 5)
Super dope. Took great care of us. Good food and the waiter abdul even made good suggestions that i fell in love with. Cant wait to come back and try more!!!

Review 135 (2024-07-22 - Rating: 5)
My go to hookah lounge - order the 3 wise men shot ! It’s the best to sip on

Review 136 (2024-08-29 - Rating: 5)
Great vibes, Bela was fantastic.Thank you!

Review 137 (2023-04-14 - Rating: 5)
Fun club with a wonderful, exotic ambience. Delicious food and a varied cocktail menu, and staff like Zaina that make sure your plate, pipe, and glass, are never empty.

Review 138 (2021-05-27 - Rating: 5)
This place is one of my favorites. My friend took me on a date here. We got drinks, food & hookah of course. Everything was great! The rice couldve been a little better but everything else was absolutely on point. I love it here. I bring all my friends here. What would make this place even better is some music. Other than that, its fine. It can be a little pricy though depending on the things that you order. Oh, also they do have happy hour I believe until 7pm.

Review 139 (2023-07-23 - Rating: 5)
Had an amazing time! Definitely need to have Linky serving you. The night will continue all the way through!

Review 140 (2023-07-23 - Rating: 5)
Linky was the greatest host/waite ever. Def pull up and ask for linky. He will take care of u.

Review 141 (2022-09-24 - Rating: 5)
Love everything about this place! The tea is delicious!

Review 142 (2024-08-16 - Rating: 5)
The best shisha lounge with a fun and best service!!! Linky is the best!!!!

Review 143 (2018-01-19 - Rating: 5)
LOVE THIS PLACE!!! Best hookah ever! The manager Tajer (Ta-Her) is awesome and so accommodating. Im having my birthday party there just to show how much I love this place. The staff is always great and welcoming. The ambiance and décor is beautiful, reminds me of morocco.

Review 144 (2023-07-22 - Rating: 5)
Linky was amazing ! He provided excellent customer service and was attentive. Thank you for a great experience Linky.

Review 145 (2022-08-29 - Rating: 5)
Amel was amazing at karizma lounge! Hookah/ drinks was top their BUT AMEL‼️ the customer service is 10 stars, will definitely come back thank you so much! BEST HOOKAH LOUNGE IN NYC!

Review 146 (2022-09-14 - Rating: 5)
Karizma is an excellent establishment for Shisha. Good atmosphere. I sit at the bar and read, do work, and smoke. Abdul “Linkey” is an excellent host among others here (Ziana, Amal, Adam). I feel like I’m with family here.

Review 147 (2024-08-16 - Rating: 5)
Best service from Linky! Will return again!

Review 148 (2023-04-16 - Rating: 5)
Took a break from playing Uber Driver to my teenage daughter at Karizma Lounge on 51st street doing it up #RampKingOfQueens style @crazycroce loving the service from the incredible staff, LD was an awesome host and server hooked me up with a virgin pina colada with fresh strawberries and blackberries (her own concoction) the balcony view of the passers by was perfect and Mokhtar and Fares kept my hookah fresh all night. Will definitely be returning next time I’m in the city.

Review 149 (2024-04-14 - Rating: 5)
Hassana and ayah are perfect waiters perfect service they are so nice with customers I love it ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Review 150 (2016-10-31 - Rating: 5)
Music, waitress are great. My waitress (forgot her name) had on a cat costume and she was fantastic, she checked in on us every 5 minutes. Ill definitely go back sometime soon

Review 151 (2024-08-29 - Rating: 5)
Bella was giving amazing service love the place

Review 152 (2022-12-23 - Rating: 5)
The best hookah spot in N.Y. that we been too. Definitely went back like 2 or 3 times. The drinks were strong and the hookah was strong.

Review 153 (2023-08-11 - Rating: 5)
Linky was an AMAZING server! Really made the experience the best for my friends and I first time at karizma!

Review 154 (2022-11-03 - Rating: 5)
Great vibes. My guy Abdul showed major love. Good vibes, great energy. Hookah is great. Nice spot to kick back and relax.

Review 155 (2022-10-06 - Rating: 5)
Beautiful atmosphere. Staff is very attentive. Drinks and hookah was great. Me and my coworkers had an amazing time.

Review 156 (2022-10-01 - Rating: 5)
Abdul was amazing , great waiter and great experience.

Review 157 (2022-11-15 - Rating: 5)
Fast seating, fast service, good music. Good ambiance for our small group of 4. Came on a Monday night. Not one complaint.

Review 158 (2024-08-16 - Rating: 5)
Perla did a good services !

Review 159 (2024-12-07 - Rating: 5)
We ❤️ linky

Review 160 (2021-10-27 - Rating: 5)
I just went in for some hookah and a drink on a Friday night and it was a lovely experience. The hookah was good, the service was up to par, it wasn’t super crowded, and the AMBIANCE! Gorgeous I love a Mediterranean theme.

Review 161 (2023-08-26 - Rating: 5)
Great food great music great drinks and linky gave AMAZING SERVICE I AM SO COMING BACK

Review 162 (2022-10-12 - Rating: 5)
One of the best hookah places with very professional staff. Abdul is very friendly and makes awesome drinks and hookah. My go to hookah is Mango, mint and Pan. Do try this place is you’re around.

Review 163 (2022-10-02 - Rating: 5)
Great service! Our server was Amal and she was very accommodating to our large group! Very nice environment!

Review 164 (2023-08-26 - Rating: 5)
If you come ask for Linky he was a great waiter! Amazing spot I love it!

Review 165 (2023-10-15 - Rating: 5)
Linky was out server. Highly recommend for a date night. Loved the hookah and drinks.

Review 166 (2021-05-23 - Rating: 4)
I’m giving this place 4 star based off the hookah alone... been to this place many times but was told that I was not able to come in due to me smoking(weed) outside. I had a group of friends and family that came out To New York to come to this spot that I hyped up, only to be disappointed with the service and judgement of the whole establishment. Do better guys. MORE THEN LIKELY WONT BE BACK AGAIN THERE ARE BETTER HOOKAH SPOTS IN THE CITY FLOKS. THIS PLACE IS TRASH 🗑

Review 167 (2022-10-09 - Rating: 5)
I came here for my birthday last minute. I was able to just walk in without a long wait . It wasn’t a long wait and I’d definitely come back for a cool vibe . Lowkey and super chill

Review 168 (2023-04-29 - Rating: 5)
This spot is cozy, intimate and the customer service is AMAZING!!!! The hookah is top tier. We had the wings, fries and the hummus platter.