Sigara Hookah Cafe & Lounge

07/14/2008 Posted by Emily42

Sigara has a really attractive and calming atmosphere in a good neighborhood a little west of downtown. Although it was pretty, the service and policies is what gives this hookah lounge a not so good rating. First of all, whenever you go to a restaurant, especially one that's a little different like Sigara, you want excellent service because many people have never "hookahed" before and need more assistance. When I first arrived it took about 5 minutes for anyone to greet me or ask if I needed help. My friend was having a little gathering for about 16 of her friends which turned out to be quite a sour idea. The place simply just isn't organized enough for a group larger than 5 or 6. The host never really explained to everyone the $15 per person spending minimum. She only told us that the person who made the reservations knew the policy beforehand. So the policy is that everyone who comes in has to spend at least $15 and it can include everything they offer which is hookah, about 4 appetizers and a couple beverages to choose from. They basically told us that our bill had to come up to at least $240 ($15x16). But it's not the policy so much that bothered us. It was the manner in which they told us and how basically some people who didn't like anything on the menu still had to come up w/ the money. They also serve liquor but if everyone in the party isn't of age then no one can have drinks. If you're 21+ then it's not that hard to come up w/ a check of $15 since the hookah is about $5 and the drinks not too much above that but our party had a hard time because of the limited options. The hookah was actually pretty good and entertaining to smoke especially for first timers like myself. This place could really be much better if the staff just acted like they cared and didn't act all snobby when someone had a question. So all in all, pretty place- very disappointing service.

Cons: Service

04/02/2008 Posted by usagrantsincinc

Yes, at Sigara you can find the best cup of coffee you ever had. I've recently been there and I, as well as my friends from USA Grants INC, feel that their coffee is the best. Everyone should try it once.

06/03/2006 Posted by kabsid

I've been to this place quite a few times now (perhaps 7-8) and everytime the service has gotten worse. Apart from the great atmosphere/belly dancer/music, sigara is a place where customers can't expect to get much value for their money. The hookah's are reasonably prices but the drinks are expensive (and not made well). I did give this place a few chances to improve on service by going back there but it only got worse. Bottom line, definitely try this place once but don't expect to become a regular unless you like crappy service!

Pros: Atmosphere, Music, Belly Dancer

Cons: Bad Service, Expensive Drinks, Poor Management

04/06/2006 Posted by loopdilooper

If you decide to go to Sigara, go at night when the lights are dim so you don't notice the stains and cigarrette burns in the cushions. But don't go too late, or you might not get a table. But the hostess will not tell you this. She will put you on a waiting list and tell you a time you can expect to be sat, and leave you waiting in the doorway for an hour, without an update and without offering to order you a drink while you wait, even though there are two tables sitting empty that are reserved for people who were suppose to be there an hour ago. But if that sounds good to you, then by all means, go.

Cons: unattentive staff, dirty

09/15/2005 Posted by skirtch

A very good lounge with full bar now. We BYO'd only to find that they had a license to sell. Great time!! weekends are crowded and the weeknights are populated with a variety of patrons. I took a date and we had a great romantic time. I totally recommend this place to anyone.

Pros: service, tobacco flavors, bar

06/26/2005 Posted by noatalba

This was the place I have always been looking for. I'm not a huge drinker, but having a place with an interesting nightlife all it's own is very important. The bellydancer on saturday nights is very high-energy and she just adds to the enjoyment of the total experience. My wife and I will go back many times.

Pros: excellent staff, good tobacco

Cons: poor parking, pricey