Petra Hookah Bar and Lounge

I will never ever ever for the rest of my life frequent this establishment. Some friends and I met here for game night. First the manager gave me a hard time because I had an out of state id. I’ve been in NC for months and often use my id to purchase alcohol. I have NEVER had a problem. After I complained she finally agreed to serve me wine. After about an hour or so or group grew and we spread out some. Keep in mind we were all purchasing drinks, hookah, using the card tables, and pool tables. All of a sudden we were told we needed to go TO THE BACK OF THE BUILDING (behind the bar in a hidden area) because other patrons wanted to use our booth. As a minority I was extremely upset. I felt humiliated and as if we didn’t matter. We weren’t loitering. We were paying customers. When we complained we were ignored and told ww had to remain where the manager relocated us. We didn’t purchase anything else. Instead we packed up in the middle of everything and left. I will never go back to Petra.

Never… ever… ever.ever.ever will I spend my money at this place again. I hosted a meetup last here last night in which 20 or so people attended. This was only my second time there but figured it wouldnt be a problem since it was friday night… one of their busiest… but the manager doesn’t seem to have a clue as to how to manage a business. Long story short… in the middle of the night our group of people was asked to leave the section that we had been in all night to a smaller section where we couldn’t even fit… why? You ask? Well. I could come up with a number of reasons but in not jumping to any false assumptions… we were moved because we weren’t spending enough money! WTF! Everyone was ordering drinks and plenty of people were smoking hookah! So instead of worrying about the reputation of your company you’re worrying about mone!?! When are these businesses going to understand how important the client is… now youve pissed off 20 or so people who’ve never been there before and who will never be back only to replace with with three people (yeah only three people were placed in the section where over 20 people were enjoying their night). Not only will I never be back… I will make it my duty to make sure everyone I know never supports it. On top of all that… what kinda hookah spot doesnt serve food or liquor… ridiculous!

The hookah was great and the atmosphere was ok (I like hookah bars with Arabic music — it’s more authentic) but when it came to pay the bill it was $ 40 for a freaking hookah. I was very upset my server didn’t tell me that it was the most expensive one available. I was expecting around $ 20!!! Definitely will not be going back there.

After a year of absence, I’m so grateful this place stills remains the best hookah places in North Carolina. If you are in the area and looking for a safe and comfortable place to smoke hookah, then go to Petra! The staff is so friendly and on point with blending flavors and maintaining the hookah… The staff is hands down professional… ALSO THERE IS COLD BEER, POOL TABLES, FREE WIFI, & GREAT MUSIC AND GREAT PEOPLE.
Students, social smokers, anyone… you will not be disappointed with your visit. I give you my word

This was my first time trying hookah and I was pleasantly surprised at being able to breathe in this place unlike with cigarette smoke which really bothers me. The staff were very friendly and helpful with suggestions on flavors and we ended up really liking the pineapple and blue mist. Very chill ambiance where we enjoyed a few drinks and watched the basketball games. They do require cash up front for alcohol, but have an ATM if you don’t have any with you. Definitely recommend!

Great atmosphere, amazing hookahs & reasonable prices. All the qualities I look for at a hookah bar — this place got it all. They have a wide selection of hookah flavors and drinks. The staff is very friendly and attendive when it comes to taking care of you and your hookah. The couches and the layout of the lounge is comfortable. They also have pool tables which is a big plus. I would highly recommend!

My family & I went here last night, one of my best hookah experiences ever! The vibe was really chill & I really enjoyed the music they were playing.
The thing that set the hookah place apart from most was definitely the staff. The staff was so attentive. They change the coal out regularly. The flavor was awesome. Very good quality hookah. Awesome specials! They also have pool tables & card tables which I thought was an great touch. We had a GREAT night. Thank you Petra staff for providing great service & making our night wonderful!

Wonderful atmosphere!!! Great staff!!!
No other hookah compares!
The only hookah bar for us :-D

Best hookah spot in town hands down. Cool vibe, great crowd and the hookahs are always made right. All the employees are great with customers especially the manager Dara. You can tell she knows her stuff and treats her customers like family.

This place is awesome! Management is amazingly friendly, staff is awesome, hookahs are great, and the food and drink selection is awesome! Highly recommend this place!

Hookah is perfect! And i wouldnt say it about bar. Service is a bit slow but it is really busy there so its understandable.
Abnyway I enjoyed my evening there!

Managers and staff are attentive and friendly, which is rare at a hookah bar.
I like that this place doesn’t get super crowded. It’s a nice change from the hookah bars in Charlotte.
Go here. Get a fruit head and ice chamber, and pick out some top notch shisha. I suggest getting a minty flavor in an orange head. It’s smooth and gives you a great buzz.
You won’t be disappointed. There aren’t many hookah bars in the Triad, but this one rocks, so it doesn’t matter.
I drive 40 minutes just to come here.
I wish they had live music!!! It would make it perfect.

Great music. Great hookah. Nice people! I love the atmosphere! Altogether I would give it 5 stars and definitely come back!

Every time I’m in Greensboro I always make sure I stop by Petra’s at least once. Dara is such a sweetie! I’m always greeted with a big smile and a warm hug. I love the jasmine tea and the hookah flavors and selections are right up there with Nubia’s back home. It’s a mixed crowd and there is no drama at Petra’s. You sit enjoy some flavorful hookah, relax, have a beer, watch a game or enjoy some nice conversation with the locals. Looking forward to my next visit!

Lady at the front was extremely rude, from the moment I walked In the door. I’m a nice person and can always get along with someone, ESPECIALLY at a hookah store. He heckled me about an out of state ID card that gets me car rentals, In bars, on airplanes but wouldn’t even let me look in there store? Which didn’t have hardly any selection at all)

I love Petra! It is by far the best hookah bar I have ever experienced. All the employees are very nice and interactive and experienced! Definitely my place to go to chillax!

The best Hooka Bar in town. Expert service, excellent prices, and unforgettable hookas! I will be back.

Over my last 6 years living in Greensboro, I’ve tried all of the hookah bars and coffee shops in the area. Most of the places start alright, but in an attempt to go mainstream, all of them have lost the culture and more importantly — quality. Petra is different. In the 3 years I’ve been coming here I’ve only watched the place get better. They keep the place nice, always clean and comfortable — it’s a great place to bring friends. The quality of the hookahs, the variety of tobaccos they use, and the cool add-​ons they offer makes Petra my favorite hang out. Finally the service is great, not just the managers that started the place 3+ years ago, but even the new staff they brought in — everyone is great.
If you’re a hookah expert, an occasional attendee, or a complete novice, Petra is the best atmosphere to sit back, have a nice Turkish coffee, and unwind!
I recently moved, but I’ve been back to Greensboro twice and made sure I stopped in BOTH times!

came back here after 3 years, and they have improved a lot. The service was excellent and the hookah was one of the best I’ve had at a hookah bar, and I think they don’t allow the cigarettes anymore because I didn’t smell any this time. They have nice couches with TV’s everywhere if you wanna watch the game or something. They changed our coals really frequently too and everything was great, the owner came over and talked to us and he was really nice and the entire staff was pretty great.
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I’ve tried all of the lounges in the GSO/​HP area and I’m totally a Petra fan. I have quite a collection of hookahs and all the good stuff to go with it, and I still enjoy the atmosphere and service.
They are a little more expensive than some of the others in the area, but they use quality shisha (AF and Starbuzz), quality Egyptian hookahs (not chinese), and offer natural charcoal. If you’re looking for your first hookah experience, or want to introduce someone to it, this is the place to start, without question.
Dara is as knowledgeable and friendly as you could hope for, and she’ll be glad to help you out… she’s pretty much always there.
The place isn’t owned by some silly guy who thinks hookah is cool, but rather those for whom it is a cultural experience, and it really shows. A group of more friendly and respectful guys, there is not.
I’ve been a loyal customer for some time, and I’m in there at least once a week.
Give them a shot, if you are new or a little nervous, a great time to stop in