The 7 best shisha lounges in Auckland (2026)
Ranked by real customer ratings across Auckland's shisha scene — only venues with a solid number of reviews qualify.
These shisha lounges in Auckland have each received 15 or more reviews and average 4.4 stars. O'laila Shisha Bar & Cafe has the highest rating at 4.9 stars from 132 reviews. Bakehouse and Buffalo both rate 4.5 stars, with 187 and 122 reviews respectively. Dilruba Shisha Lounge averages 4.4 stars from 208 reviews. Little Turkish Cafe and Caravanserai have 933 and 569 reviews respectively, with ratings of 4.2 and 4.1 stars.
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Street viewO’laila Shisha Bar & Cafe320 Parnell Road, Parnell, Auckland 1052★ 4.9 (132)£Open late“The food was fresh, tasty, and full of flavour. The atmosphere was relaxing, and the staff were friendly an…”
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Bakehouse1 Albert Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010★ 4.5 (187)“Their food is flavourful and does not take long to reach the table.”
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Street viewBuffalo145 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010★ 4.5 (122)£Open lateOutdoor seating“We stopped in for brunch and had an amazing meal! 😋”
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Dilruba Shisha Lounge58 High Street, CBD, Auckland 1010★ 4.4 (208)£Open lateSports screens“The shisha flavors are smooth, rich, and last long without getting harsh”
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Little Turkish Cafe217 Karangahape Road, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010★ 4.2 (933)£Open lateOutdoor seating“Their kebab game is STRONG. Easily one of the best I've had in Auckland.”
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Street viewCaravanserai17 Bacons Lane, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010★ 4.1 (569)£Open lateSports screensOutdoor seating“The waitress was extremely friendly and attentive.”
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Street viewChancery BistroChancery Square O'Connell Street and, Chancery Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010★ 3.9 (747)££Open late“The food was TO DIE FOR - we had fish, lamb and steak meals and they were cooked to perfection.”