If you’re craving a stiff drink, there are a lot of bars in town that will come to your rescue. But if you want to enjoy your favourite beverage with a side of hookah, you’ll have to check out the best hookah spots in Pune. From trendy bars to low-key joints open until the wee hours of the morning, we’ve compiled a list of hookah bars in the city where you can smoke, puff, and pass.
5 Best Hookah Bars In Town For Your Next Night Out
Cafe Co2 Resto Lounge
Overlooking the scenic Manas Lake, Cafe CO2 Resto Lounge is situated on the outskirts, but the long drive is totally worth it. Surrounded by lush greenery, people flock here for good food, lake views, and various hookahs. There is plenty of seating space, so you’ll never have to wait for a table, and they also host DJ night on the weekends for those who want to shake it off.
Price for Hookah: INR 650+
Top 87 - The Other Place
Although located at the far end of the city, the neighbourhood of Ravet is quickly becoming a hot spot for partygoers. While there are many lounges here, Top 87 - The Other Spot is highly rated for its food, live music, lightning-fast service, and, of course, hookahs. There is a fully stocked bar at your disposal, and it's a pet-friendly spot, so you can bring your furry friends along.
Price for Hookah: INR 700+
The Mafia Sky Lounge
For years, The Mafia Sky Lounge in Viman Nagar has been a popular choice of college students in the neighbourhood for its pocket-friendly prices and extensive flavours of hookah. One of the biggest rooftop resto bars in the city, The Mafia Sky Lounge offers a panoramic view of the city’s skyline, DJ nights on weekends, and global cuisine to boot.
Price for Hookah: INR 1,000+
Jashn
One of the oldest hookah lounges in the city, Jashn at Salunke Vihar Road is divided into three sections, fine dining on the ground floor, lounge on the first floor, and a fully stocked bar on the rooftop with a variety of hookahs. A popular after-party spot with the younger crowd, Jashn is known for its Mughlai & North Indian cuisine served with flare. The best part? Jashn is open until 4 AM.
Price for Hookah: INR 650+
Knight Riders Restaurant & Lounge
If you're wandering around Koregaon Park post-party looking for a hookah joint, head to Knight Riders Restaurant & Lounge. Open till 3 AM, the massive restaurant and lounge offer a selection of North Indian cuisine, a fully stocked bar, and an extensive sheesha menu to pick from. While the service is a little slow, the food and hookah flavours certainly make up for it.
Price for Hookah: INR 750+