ILA Hookah Lounge

can never get enough of this place. I have been coming here for hookah and food for YEARS!!!! This place is always packed, which explains how amazing it is... I love love love their food and selection of hookah flavors. I have never, NOT ONCE, had a bad experience here.nnAs far as their service goes, all I can say is that they are all exceptional... these past few times I've gone there, PETER AND ILA have been our servers. They are literally the best people on the planet.... they are soooo sweet, very fast, and super friendly. They're basically the reason why I always come here!nnIf you're looking for an upbeat lounge, this is your place. If you're lucky enough to get in and meet the owner, let me know!! He is a GEM!!!nnThis place will ALWAYS be my go-to!!!! :)

I've had some of the best nights of my life here. The host is a young (mid-30s) authentic Middle-Eastern guy; young, charming, welcoming, and fun-loving , with a great taste in music that gets the crowd on their feet at the exact right times of the night. Outdoor and indoor space with floor-to-ceiling windows and spectacular corner views of the Manhattan skyline. In the summers (pre-Covid), you'd also have a view over a lower-level quasi-private pool and could interact with those guests while puffing your hookah and taking in the summer tunes. Always A+ international talent and crowd at this place, with the occasional white boy who got lost.. Covid-19 safety measures in place and doors always open..

The owner was a great host :) was cool to see Cuba Gooding Jr. here as well. Host was amazing.

This place was great, I’ll be back again.

The host with the most