There’s a new place in downtown Baltimore for hookah parties.
Midnight Kings Lounge opened April at 318 North Charles St. next to Cazbar Turkish restaurant in a space once occupied by London’s Boutique. Co-owner Amir Shuaib says he and his cousin will ultimatley spend $400,000 to open the 1,500-square-foot business, which sells cigarettes, cigars, hookahs and tobaccos in more than 20 flavors.
The lounge area includes two televisions and seating for about 100. Shuaib says he’s working to get a liquor license so he can add a bar. He also hopes to serve food within the next couple of months and expand into the location’s second floor.
Midnight Kings offer $15 individual hookah use Sunday-Wednesday, with Thursday college night specials.
“With the casinos and everything coming in, (entertainment business) seems to be popular.” Shuaib says. “And downtown is where all of the entertainment is.”
Shuaib and his cousin will employ two during the week and three on weekends.
Writer: Jolene Carr
Source: Amir Shuaib, co-owner of Midnight Kings Lounge