Aura Hookah Lounge may be the most authentic place in all of South Austin. It’s unmatched in its hospitality, welcoming atmosphere, and genuine sense of community. From the moment you walk in, you’re encouraged to be your authentic self, and you’re embraced because of it. This past May, my wife reached out to Kareem and Shareef about hosting a joint birthday celebration. From our very first conversation, it was clear they were just as excited about making the event special as we were. They went above and beyond to ensure every guest felt welcomed, valued, and at home. Our friends and family couldn’t stop talking about the incredible atmosphere, exceptional customer service, and the genuine kindness shown by everyone at Aura. The evening was absolutely perfect, and it wouldn’t have been the same without Kareem, Shareef, and the entire Aura family. If you’re looking for more than just a place to hang out... if you’re looking for a place where people truly care about creating community... Aura is it. We are incredibly grateful for the experience and can’t wait to be back.

Aura Island is my favorite hookah bar in Austin! I've been to places all around town and this is by far the best spot to hang out. The drinks are wonderful, ranging from quality espresso and tea to even smoothies. Really looking forward to the new food truck about to open too! The huge amount of parking they have is so convenient too. I appreciate how clean and new it is, it was just remodeled and all the seating is brand new- a very comfortable atmosphere. A huge variety of flavors to choose from for hookah, it's definitely a spot everyone will enjoy. Friendly staff and a great vibe.

Such a relaxing experience. The decor is sophisticated. Staff is amazing!!! Kareem is 10000/10. He recommended the lady killer and it was so good!!! Definitely will be returning!!

I travel a lot and definitely rate lounges as hookah is life to me. This is a fantastic lounge. Comfortable, very welcoming. From customers to employees, everyone seems nice. I stopped by after work on a Thursday night. They made my hookah mix exactly how I like it. Will definitely return.

Visited Aura Island Hookah Lounge & Cafe and had an overall good experience. I tried the Paan–Lychee hookah flavor, and it was well-made, smooth, and enjoyable. The vibe of the place is really nice, and the seating is comfortable and spacious, making it a good spot to relax and unwind. While the hookah itself was good, the service felt a bit slow, which was slightly disappointing. Overall, a solid place for the ambience and hookah experience. With improved service, it could easily be even better.