Tigerbay Shisha Lounge

£12 / Asian, Cocktail bars, Vegetarian options

234 Kingsbury Road, London

Opening hours

12PM-3AM

Sunday 12PM-3AM
Monday 12PM-3AM
Tuesday 12PM-3AM
Wednesday 12PM-3AM
Thursday 12PM-3AM
Friday 12PM-3AM
Saturday 12PM-3AM

Unforgettable Vibe, Delightful Shisha in London

There's a peculiar scent wafting through London these days—one reminiscent of robust shisha, clinking cocktails, and perhaps a touch of hero-worship for an intrepid staff. Enter Tigerbay Shisha Café, an establishment where the beating heart and lingering soul seem to be none other than a chap named Nuzi, whose name echoes through reviews much like a timeless tune you can't quite shake from your head. This gentleman’s dedication to ensuring one's glass is perpetually filled, and their shisha is always alight cannot go unnoticed. Accompanied by other stalwarts like Raheem, D, Deep, and Yogi, it seems the team operates with an efficiency and warmth that evoke the kind of seamless experience every diner dreams of.

The food? Divine—a chorus sung almost as loudly as accolades for the service. The tiger's roar comes not only in culinary excellence but in the sheer variety of offerings including shisha that the patrons swear by with almost religious fervor. The rhythm of the background music adds a harmonious underscore, making it difficult not to tap one’s feet while sipping on locally celebrated strong cocktails. Yes, there appear to be minor hiccups involving loosely wielded authority by security personnel, pungently juxtaposed with the plethora of five-star evaluations. Nonetheless, Tigerbay’s vibrant atmosphere is much like its clientele will attest: compellingly lively and altogether imperious within the realm of modern dining escapades. What an ironic twist that, amidst such hospitality grandeur, it was actually our trusty mishap-prone host getting some renegade fashion tips from a floor manager with a notably glamorous scarf. — Penelope Savory