Shisha is a tradition in the Middle East. The classic Arab water pipe, known by some as a hookah (but not by the natives), is the shisha. Well, I was in Abu Dhabi last time, and this was my shisha experience at the best Abu Dhabi beach bar. 

Well, to start, shisha is an entirely other species. It’s unhealthy, of course, and it still qualifies as smoking, but the ceremonial and social aspects of the practice are too strong to ignore. In Abu Dhabi, you will see many people smoking shisha out of curiosity – and that’s because Abu Dhabi has that charm that invites people to try new things. 

Take a Friend With You

So, if you are in Abu Dhabi and want to go to the best shisha bar, decide who you are going with. Is it even fun going out with a pal? Ensure the person you are going with is comfortable with smoking.

Beach bars and restaurants such as Bravo Restaurant and Lounge in Abu Dhabi are must-visits. It is located along the coast of the beach with white sand and shimmery sky at night, making it the perfect beach bar in the city. 

Now, once you are in and quite settled, politely ask to see the shisha menu. The most widely accessible flavours, apple rose, and grape, are the most popular ones. Some venues use mint as well. There are definitely some very unusual flavours, like chocolate, strawberry, vanilla, liquorice, and banana, too – but that’s just the speciality of the place, right? 

What Should You Order Now?

For novices, the majority of shisha servers would suggest apple, but it is quite frequently seen that it may be really harsh on the throat. So, the best preferable option would be grapes, as they are a lot smoother, though a little boring at times. Most people usually choose rose, though mint isn’t far behind. Normally, it is advised to eat first, even if you are not hungry. 

  • Beach Bar Abu Dhabi has some of the best seafood on its menu, cooked with authentic Arabian spices. 
  • Also, you can order a glass of tea infused with mint, and some cool, fresh water is essential. Though unless you specifically request no sugar, tea and coffee are always served sweet in the Gulf.

Smoking shisha is an art, an exclusive journey. Whatever you do, ensure you are not violating the rules of the shisha bar, as it might offend visitors and the culture. 

Anyway, what are we smoking though?

The tobacco is combined with glycerine, molasses, and extracts of grape, rose, etc. A perforated metal foil keeps apart the charcoal and the tobacco, though some traditionalists choose not to use it. Water cools the smoke and even extracts part of the water-soluble nicotine when it is pulled through it. That being said, it’s not good for you any more than worrying is!

Now, that is all for you to experience the best beach bar in Abu Dhabi. So, if you are in Abu Dhabi and looking for the best place to hang out with friends, Bravo Lounge is highly recommended.