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Best Hookah Bars In Detroit

A hookah, also known as a water pipe, is a single or multi-stemmed glass instrument for smoking tobacco (usually a flavored variety) in which the smoke is cooled and filtered by passing through water.  Originally from the Middle East, hookah has gained popularity in the U.S. In Metro Detroit, it's a social event.
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Midnight Espresso Cafe

4624 Greenfield Rd.
Dearborn, MI 48126
(313) 846-7888
www.lavajava.net

This Dearborn hot spot is all about atmosphere. Dark and trendy, Midnight Cafe offers live Arabic music, quality hookah and espresso drinks. Prices are average and the food isn't bad either.  It can be a bit loud at peak times, so choose a table towards the back if you want to chat.

Lava Hookah Lounge

45655 Hayes Rd
Shelby Township, MI 48315
586-532-LAVA

For hookah on the eastside, this is the spot.  During the day, this lounge offers a quiet, relaxing environment for intimate conversation, studying, gaming or watching TV. At nighttime, it's a "club environment" ... The latest music, live entertainment and dancing. Prices are moderate, and patrons rave about the friendly service. Find them in the Hayes Center Plaza.

Cloud 9 Hookah Lounge
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Cloud 9 Hookah Lounge

25633 W Warren St
Dearborn Heights, MI
(313) 724-9999
www.c9hl.com

This one is popular with the younger hookah-smoking crowd. Get comfortable in their relaxed atmosphere and snazzy seating areas.

Havana Lounge

138 Maincentre
Northville, MI 48167-1562
(248) 380-0900

A chic and sophisticated place to lounge with your friends and enjoy Hookah pipes in a variety of flavors. Sip down a smoothie and grab a snack while you enjoy the Wi-Fi and large HDTVs.

Sky Lounge Restaurant & Café

13209 W Warren Ave
Dearborn, MI 48126-1414
(313) 846-5500

The food and service at this hookah hangout get rave reviews from Dearborn's most discerning young patrons.  Come late. This lounge is open til 2 a.m. or later, seven days a week.

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