Illusions Hookah & Mixology Lounge

Came here tonight kinda early around 12:30am it was a light crowd at first but the music was already poppin. As the night grew so did the crowd there were a lot of people celebrating birthdays so it got pretty crowded but still comfy;the lighting and seating is what makes this place. The hookah is big soo big they give you four flavors I had the pineapple cherry vanilla and queen of sex lol; for drinks I had a lychee martini and a ameretto sour my friend had a Pineapple Express all yummy and strong you get a nice buzzZ. Overall we enjoyed it and decided that we would definitely come back but probably on a week night just to catch the vibe. Also the only thing they should add to this place is food that would definitely give this place the extra star.

Nestled in the upper east part of the bronx is illusions. This Hookah bar/​lounge suprised me.
The drinks were strong and reasonably priced. But the hookah is the main attraction. You can purchase the hookah base in 3 sizes. (Small– large) with the large actually sitting on the floor due to the size.
And they have a assortment of different flavors for ones pallet.
I personally like the ciroc punch. It got me right where i wanted to be and wasnt too strong.
Only downfall is the size of the place. It can get packed and people bumping into you while enjoying yourself is inevitable.

My new spot! Drinks? Excellent. Hookah? Excellent. Music? Excellent. Décor? Excellent. I swear I was shocked to see just how nice this hookah bar is! I never thought I was gonna open the door and it looked like it does inside. Hookah is a bit expensive $ 40 i’m use to $ 20-​$ 30 but no cover charge and the hookahs are pretty good. Tons of different flavors and brands to choose from. I had the Hennessy sangria didn’t taste like it had Hennessy so the bartender gave me more. The only issue I had was the ceiling fans. It kept making my hookah burn fast but thats not a reason for me to not return. I’l be back soon!

5 stars for the bartender Audrey who was extremely helpful with helping me sort out the bill! Because of her I will come back. My only suggestion is to have a sign notifying customers of the extra $ 5 charge for a hookah and refill if your paying with a credit cards.

Wow this spot is jumping ! Music is nice ! Came here with my girls and already can’t wait to come back ! Hookah is a bit expensive, only turn off .Used to spending 30 dollars max. Will return for drinks

$ 40 for one hookah?! Why? I’m from Manhattan and never. even Babylon is $ 30…it was smooth but not super strong and $ 10 to change coals?! Gtfoh

Awesome place, great hospitality! Many different hookah flavors. Shout out to Miranda & Audrey!

My fave local spot in the Bronx. Every Friday my fiends and coworkers head here for the best happy hour drinks and amazing hookah. The service is young and accommodating and the music is popping!

Place is small, feels like a long hall. Went for a Party on a Sat nite. Bouncer was acting like he was working @ 1oak! Music was ok. Hookahs were $ 45. Drinks were good, it’s over priced that’s for sure!!! Has a few tables in the back
. Parking is a bit hectic in the section of Pelham.

The drinks are really good! I asked the bartender Miranda, to surprise me with a drink and she did a hell of a job. The atmosphere is casual (we came on a Monday night), music was good, and the place is very nicely decorated. You should definitely try it out !

The décor is beautiful, the women’s bathroom looks great. The hookah is chilled and the menu has a lot of options. The henny sangria was on point! And the staff was great!

Great little local gem! Drinks are good quality, service is impeccable! Exactly what you would want when you come into a establishment. Numerous hookah choices. I got Grapefruit Mint.

Drinks were very good and very generous with their liquor;) Hookahs are good as well. I was very impressed with all their different flavors for the hookah! We went there on a Tuesday and it was very crowded. Loved the relaxed atmosphere and the music as well… A very chill spot! Will def be back with the husband:)

Super cool staff. Very friendly and AMAZING Hookah! Best hookah in The Bronx hands down. Will definitely make this a regular hookah spot to visit! A1 quality and service. Drinks are top notch and not watered down like most places I’ve been to before. Great for weekdays after work and of course on the weekends. Talk to Kevin! He’s the Man!

A1
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D E F I N I T E L Y coming back w/​the whole team. [And I came on a Monday.]
VERY dope establishment. Glad to find a spot close to the crib [10 mins away]

Really digging this lounge. I was beginning to forget what it felt like to have a nice night out with my girls. I was blown away upon entrance. Honestly I’m not from the Bronx and I definitely don’t frequent lounges/​hookah bars out here. But my cousin suggested this place and I said I’m in.
We get there and the bouncer outside checks our IDs and we enter with no cover charge. Thank you. So it was really a lot of people in here but not too crowded. Looks really up to date and even though this place is small it’s just like the perfect size to have a great time with friends. The music was great – they had a few DJs.
Make sure you check in :) we got free shots of pineapple infused vodka & I thought that was a nice little perk to get the party started. We also sat by the bar & got a hookah. It was just really nice. I think that costed 30 – 40 $– I can’t recall. Either way it was worth it because all three of us were smoking from it and it took a while to burn out.
The place is just overall a dope, chill, hangout spot. If you’re in the Bronx or you’re just looking for a nice hookah lounge/​bar, I would really suggest you try it out. I definitely won’t hesitate to come back. Very good experience!

Loving it so far. We got 5 star service once we walked in. Took advantage of the free check in shot and got a really good ice cold mango hookah.

I was skeptical based on my experience from the previous bars at this location, but the staff won me over. This is a new owner and a new experience, place is much classier than its predecessor and the mixologists really know their drinks.
One major reason for the 5* is the hookah value, $ 40 flat rate for hookah sounds expensive, until you realize that if they hook it up, a comparative bar would charge 50 – 60. Ask the staff for suggestions, they know their flavors better than you will and they do have some unique mixes.
Overall I’m optimistic for when they bring in food, place is chill and only real complaint is it gets chilly, but that’s necessary for air circulation. As for the crowd, it’s hit or miss, don’t hold that against the place, its Pelham Bay.

Best hookah spot I’ve been to in awhile! Just opened up & I went on a Tuesday which was popping! And a Wednesday as well which was a little less crowded. But they know there stuff about hookahs. I’ve been to vapor and I’ve paid 30 $ for a hookah that didn’t last as long as theirs or taste as good!
The hookah itself is a better quality too! Looks like they really invested into getting good ones, rather than cheap ones!
The drinks were good too! Usually I find drinks a bit too strong for my taste and I have to have the bartender tone it down but Marie got it right on the first try! So yummy! And great music!!!

I must say I am very impressed, the DECOR is amazing with the black and white theme. The HOOKAH“S are huge and last long. The music is off the hook. Talk about a good after work spot right in the Bronx. I can’t wait to go back.