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Adhi Raat Cafe And Lounge - Best Russian Shisha in Dubai
Al Karama
Adhi Raat Cafe & Lounge in Al Karama is a late-night cafe built around sheesha, relaxed seating and casual food. Reviews highlight its Russian shisha, refreshing lemon mint drinks, Pakistani dishes and a lively atmosphere that can suit both friendly gatherings and quieter upstairs chats.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
294 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Helpful Guidance
The team can explain hookah flavours and help first-time visitors choose from the selection.
Karak Tea
Karak tea is a returning favourite for one reviewer and a useful non-sheesha order.
Fresh Food
Reviews mention fresh cooking, Pakistani dishes and customised options, including diet-friendly choices.
Ranch Pizza
The ranch pizza made a strong impression on a first-time visitor who regularly compares pizzas elsewhere.
Upstairs Seating
The upstairs area is reported to be quieter than downstairs, making it better for conversation.
Late Hours
It stays open into the late night and has mocktails, shakes and cold beverages alongside sheesha.
Live Music
Some visitors enjoy the live music, while other reviews mention 90s music and a lively atmosphere.
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose Upstairs. For a quieter conversation, ask for an upstairs table; one review found it calmer than downstairs.
Check Flavours. If you are new to hookah, ask the team to guide you through the available flavours before ordering.
Try Lemon Mint. For a refreshing drink, consider lemon mint or watermelon, both specifically recommended by a reviewer.
Ask Options. Ask about customised or diet-friendly food choices if the standard menu does not suit you.
Confirm Shisha. If the shisha is not right, raise it promptly: one visitor reported several unsuccessful attempts to correct theirs.
Budget Range. Check the shisha type before ordering because a review reports prices ranging from 49 to over 100 dirhams.
Plan the visit
Practical details
64 Umm Hurair Rd
Al Karama, Dubai
| Mon | 2:00 PM – 6:00 AM |
| Tue | 2:00 PM – 6:00 AM |
| Wed | 2:00 PM – 6:00 AM |
| Thu | 2:00 PM – 6:00 AM |
| Fri | 2:00 PM – 6:00 AM |
| Sat | 2:00 PM – 6:00 AM |
| Sun | 2:00 PM – 6:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Kabab plater
The kabab plater was ordered alongside shisha and described as part of an enjoyable meal.
Lemon mint
Lemon mint is recommended as one of the refreshing drink choices.
Pakistani Biryani
The Pakistani biryani receives a direct positive mention from a diner.
Common Concerns
Inconsistent Shisha
One visitor said repeated attempts to fix a shisha did not resolve the problem, so quality may not be consistent every time.
Loud Evenings
The atmosphere can become loud, with dancing and music, which may not suit anyone seeking a consistently quiet lounge.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
49 to over 100 dirhams
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“As for the shisha, the starting price is reasonable, ranging from 49 to over 100 dirhams depending on the type”Google review · April 2025
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The Bottom Line
Adhi Raat Cafe & Lounge is a sheesha-focused cafe in Al Karama where people come to smoke, eat and spend a relaxed evening with friends. The review trail is strongest on Russian shisha and varied hookah flavours, with one visitor describing the Russian option as exceptionally smooth. Staff are also noted for helping guests choose flavours, which is useful if you are not a regular smoker.
Food is more than an afterthought. Reviews mention Pakistani biryani, a kabab platter, a ranch pizza and customised, diet-friendly choices. Karak tea is a repeat favourite, while lemon mint and watermelon drinks are singled out as refreshing options.
The business description also positions it as a Middle Eastern cafe with Indian and Pakistani influences. The mood depends on where and when you sit. Upstairs is described as quieter than downstairs for conversation, while another visit featured loud music and dancing.
Live music and 90s songs appeal to guests looking for more energy. It stays open late and serves mocktails, shakes and cold drinks. There is one important caveat: a reviewer reported a shisha that remained poor after several attempts to fix it.
Shisha pricing was reported at 49 to over 100 dirhams depending on type, so confirm the option and price before ordering.
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