A night life staple for three years now Coeur d’Alene’s Hubbly Bubbly hookah lounge, located at 6288 N. Government Way, offers a modern twist on traditional Middle Eastern themed tobacco bars. Fully stocked with both shisha and hookahs available for purchase, staff members can also double as “hookah doctors “ for customers with broken gear. Hookahs are thoroughly cleaned by staff after each use.
Price: One bowl for eight dollars, or two people for $4. Ask about happy hour pricing offers
Shisha brands: Al Faukur, Social Smoke, Starbuzz and Fantasia are the main brands used, but custom house blends are offered for those looking for shisha with a little extra kick.
Perks: Free bubbles and the option of smoking outside during the summer.
Impressions from Sentinel staff:
Melaina Bell: “The Hubbly Bubbly is well established and for a good reason. They have a more traditional setup, bubbles , their shisha is good and the atmosphere is relaxed.”
Christina Villagomez: “One of the things I like most about the Hubbly Bubbly is that when people go there, they can actually socialize. It’s a completely mellow environment with great shisha and awesome customer service. I like that there is a large selection of flavors to choose from and the staff is very knowledgeable. There’s definitely something very homey and comfortable and keeps you wanting to come back again.
Final conclusion:The Hubbly Bubbly has it’s system down to a science. Service is quick and excellent, the shisha is always great, and the atmosphere is perfect for catching up with friends. The Hubbly Bubbly also has the advantage of being a potential one-stop shop for hookah enthusiasts looking to make purchases or get repairs. Five out of Five Hookahs
