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Café Chimini

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👍👍 Hands down the best smoke in Leicester! The decor is on point and the atmosphere is nice and relaxed. Great customer service and all round experience. People often mention service, shisha, Great, staff, Leicester, nice, smoke, atmosphere, great, amazing,


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25 Royal E St, Leicester LE1 3UH, United Kingdom

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (341 reviews)

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  • 5/5 Suleman M. 2 years ago on Google • 238 reviews
    Hands down the best smoke in Leicester! The decor is on point and the atmosphere is nice and relaxed. Great customer service and all round experience.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mohammed N. 3 years ago on Google
    By Far the best Hookah experience in Leicester. I recently discovered this place and I’m glad I did. Previously Al Feena was my go to Hookah place in Leicester but after weeks of bad service and bad shisha, Id had enough. Cafe Chimini easily provides unparalleled service of any lounge I’ve ever been, it has a great relaxed environment where you can really chill with your friends and of-course the Hookah is brilliant. It lasts easily 2 hours and likely some more, the staff aren’t frugal with the coal and be rest assured somebody will change your coal without you asking. Coupled with some nice hot drinks and snacks, I can’t recommend any other lounge. I’ll definitely be returning.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mr I. 6 years ago on Google • 67 reviews
    Service is immaculate, the new layout is comfy + the staff are ever so nice. Amazing flavours, for them elite shish a smokers who know which flavour to smoke come to this place. When good is ordered this place will serve out the food at the given time by them unlike other cafe's where we go check it up to double check if the food we ordered is in the making or not. Outstanding place to watch the football, great music amazing people
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carmine De M. 4 years ago on Google • 52 reviews
    Lovely and cozy shisha bar with late night refreshment. Great choice of shishas and flavours. We had two lamb kebab wraps - tasty and inexpensive! Kind and very friendly staff. Highly recommended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 JustHardyG 2 years ago on Google • 29 reviews
    So not having been to any Shisha cafes for a while (due to covid) and not been to this particular place for over 5 years I think, I must say its a lot more cosy now than it was before improved interior and paintings/writings has glammed up this spot really well. I didnt really get much apart from Shisha and water but they did have some dessert cake slices on display looked amazing, However me being on diet it was a no go for me. Smoke I would rate this 8/10 got the Savanna flavour which was rockstar with blue havana mixed nice smooth smoke from a special edition lounge pipe which was insane I mean very GOOD smoke, my friend had decided to get Frozen Lime with Cuban Mojito and bit of Mint. We stayed for over an hour only because it was a quiet early evening smoke and not many people about, which was a good thing of course post covid fears *they had hand sanitiser* placed all around for people to use. I'll attach some photos I took of this place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sufyan S. 6 years ago on Google • 26 reviews
    Great atmosphere leather sofa's are really comfortable and the shisha went down well.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sophie-Grace P. 5 years ago on Google • 25 reviews
    Service is 10 out of 10, wouldn't want to go anywhere else. Layout is beautiful and they have the best food. Flavours are amazing, I would recommend Dills flavour anytime!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Mohsin L. 3 years ago on Google
    Great customer service. Would definitely visit again and highly recommend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sultana A. 4 years ago on Google
    Great shisha... relaxing atmosphere. Felt very welcomed by the owner, lovely woman. Will certainly visit again when we visit Leicester.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Ash H. 4 years ago on Google
    It doesn't even open on time!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Noumaan A. 2 years ago on Google • 192 reviews
    Fantastic place where you can chill with friends. I don't personally do shisha as I don't smoke. However I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food which was to a high standard. I got a lamb burger which was a gourmet patty in a brioche bun. The chips were fab too, skin on fries. They also do desserts which looked amazing. I also got a chai latte. The balance of the sugar and spice was perfect. All coffee is served with a biscoff biscuit. The ambiance of the place was lovely and there was ample seating. There were 12 of us in our group and we had a really good time here. The staff were very friendly and efficient. The service was second to none. I would definitely come back here for the food and coffee! Well done Cafe Chimini!

  • 4/5 Shisha S. 2 years ago on Google • 49 reviews
    Blu Havana and Rockstar £20 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Decided to drop by Cafe Chimini as I was in Leicester for something. Upon entry we were greeted by a lovely lady called Dil who was the owner. This is one of the lounges serving savaana so asked for a recommendation on their best Savaana mix and Dil recommended Blu Havana and Rockstar so ordered that and 2 mocktails and went to sit down. The lounge is very spacious and airy which I like especially on a hot day as it was. Shisha arrived within 10 minutes in a smoke connoisseur Shakespeare which I love and most lounges especially in london should start to introduce them. Flavour was very strong I must admit, you can taste the berries but was quite strong on the citrus side. Service was brilliant the owner actually came down and sat next to us and had a chat which I find nice. Seating was comfortable and the vibe was quite but this was because we went around 2:30pm. Cash and cards accepted with plenty of pay and display parkings in the surrounding roads. Check their instagram as they do various offers.

  • 5/5 Atif S. 3 years ago on Google • 18 reviews
    I'm not one who leaves reviews but today is an EXCEPTION!!! TODAY I experienced a high level of customer service and warm welcome. I decided to visit this place with my wife from the second we walked in we experienced a high level of customer service. Ashley at the till was amazing very very helpful and informative. Food was AMAZING best food I've tasted in a shisha lounge. Dil the owner was soo welcoming and made us feel soo comfortable. Went to ask to have my wifes green tea warmed and the owner said to the worker to give us another on the house. Had their milk cake which was amazing. A the end before we left wife decided she wanted to take some home so went to the till to order and she informed the guy behind the till to give us one extra on the house (AGAIN). KEEP IT UP GUYS YOUR SERVICE WAS EXCELLENT. TRULY I COULDN'T FAULT ANYTHING. AMAZING EXPERIENCE. THANK YOU CAFE CHIMNEY

  • 5/5 Akbar S. 4 years ago on Google
    Chilling night out

  • 5/5 Sandhya J. 4 years ago on Google
    This was an amazing day... went today and was served by Qaaim he was so nice and helped me decide what to order and was always making sure we were ok. I really liked the service and will be back. Nice to find a spot to relax without being rushed.

  • 5/5 Bilal S. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing place. The brothers that work there were very helpful and the sister (owner) was very generous and hospitable. We came from london to this place and enjoyed every second. Food and shisha was great.

  • 5/5 Fazil G. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent service. Will defo be returning!

  • 5/5 Yusuf 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing service and very nice people. Great place to watch football!

  • 5/5 Aamir P. 4 years ago on Google
    Best cafe in Leicester by far!

  • 5/5 Ashraf O. 4 years ago on Google
    Easily the best cafe in Leicester, service is always amazing and really quick, friendly and laidback staff. 5 STARS!

  • 5/5 rhythm k. 4 years ago on Google
    Great shisha's with a variety of flavours. A fantastic atmosphere with friendly, attentive staff and great service. The desserts were brilliant too. Look forward to visiting again.

  • 5/5 xo X. 4 years ago on Google
    Great staff, great shisha, great vibes... chimini is my next homeeee😌😌

  • 5/5 [email protected] E. 4 years ago on Google
    Visited chimini and had an amazing time it was my friends birthday and they went out of their way to make it more special. Thanks again. This will be my regular now. Well done guys. Would highly recommend....👍👍👍

  • 5/5 Tanzeela M. 4 years ago on Google
    Been going to different shisha cafes for years now. This one definitely stands out for the quality of smoke and customer service. The food served here is fast food; but really really tasty fast food!! Lol. Would definitely recommend and will be visiting again soon.

  • 1/5 Farah S. 4 years ago on Google
    Just not Leicester standard! There are so many better places. Me and my partner have been coming to Chimini for a few months after a couple of years away from Leicester. The shishas are overpriced and always under deliver. When management are challenged their reaction will depend on how often you visit the cafe. If you're a regular customer you get preferential treatment, otherwise you dont really matter. Regular customers benefit from free water or hot water with lemon, whilst new customers will have to pay £2.50. Hidden behind an industrial estate and charging between £15 - £20 a shisha with no ambience and no parking. In my view, you could get a lovely evening out at more upmarket places such as Alfeena or AlMajlis for the same cost but with shisha that actually works and nice staff. Place has potential just a shame about the small minded owners and lack of ambition for the place. I suppose that's why it's still the same as the day it opened except for the introduction of a Slushi machine...

  • 5/5 Eva F. 2 years ago on Google
    Hands down the best smoke in Leicester! The decor is on point and the atmosphere is nice and relaxed.

  • 5/5 Omar I. 2 years ago on Google
    The best place in Leicester for a smoke Been coming here regularly for over a year Nice ambience and great service Thank you

  • 5/5 Shaan-e H. 2 years ago on Google
    Really nice shisha lounge with good food. Do recommend, shisha was really good flavour lasted forever. When I come back to Leicester this will be my go to lounge.

  • 5/5 Raj P. 2 years ago on Google
    Good smoke, and customer service. Will be back for sure.

  • 5/5 Wasim I. 3 years ago on Google
    Good smoke

  • 5/5 Aleksandr Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Absolutely amazing! Not only great shisha, but also incredible customer service and warm atmosphere!

  • 5/5 Khaled Al A. 5 years ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Is a very nice place for shisha the service is very good, friendly staff and Dill the manager she is very kind makes you feel welcome, and I recommend that place for friends meeting also they do a discount for the students.👍

  • 5/5 M S. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent ☺️☺️

  • 4/5 AP U. 3 years ago on Google
    Keep it up !

  • 5/5 Aaminah T. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the customer service, very friendly people, nice tasting sheesha, vibrant atmosphere and just overall a good place to visit! They appreciate and look after their customers like family. Thank you very much for always treating us in such a friendly way !

  • 5/5 Mohammed Abdul M. 4 years ago on Google
    Went to the cafe from Birmingham and will be going again for sure. Great staff and a very generous and hospitable owner. Keep up the great service.

  • 5/5 Safia J. 4 years ago on Google
    Really lovely shisha place. Mohammed made us feel so welcome by his amazing service and kind manners. Keep up the good work guys

  • 5/5 dyotaro 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good chicha (Original) Good chicha

  • 5/5 Evan M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Of the wonderful places (Original) من الاماكن الرائعه

  • 5/5 MisterK 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing service, even better Shisha. Truely, an oasis of taste and flavour. This is my new home from home! :)

  • 5/5 RZ H. 3 years ago on Google
    Absolute wonderful place, best service ever, shisha was amazing best place in Leicester by far, definitely coming back here. Dil an absolute wonderful women her service was great. Best experience ever. Definitely coming back here 🔥

  • 4/5 Nick T. 4 years ago on Google
    Although it's hidden away behind a few rural streets, the large menu & flavours of shisha make up for it. There's a lot of comfy sofas & TV's everywhere if you wanna chill out. Best of all they usually play the sports there quite often regardless of time. Only downside is they don't serve alcoholic drinks.

  • 5/5 NAVEED S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, great shisha

  • 5/5 Esprit de C. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely warm and cosy atmosphere. Such a chilled vibe. Great staff! Thank you so much!

  • 5/5 Adnan S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great vibe even better sheesha

  • 5/5 Zeshan R. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food, shisha isn't ever too harsh, well priced and the staff are always polite

  • 5/5 Jack T. 4 years ago on Google
    Great service and nice atmosphere

  • 5/5 Don B. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing time

  • 5/5 Hina M. 4 years ago on Google
    My kids come here regularly. Madz dhruve and Devin love this place and I can't disagree with them. The staff are so friendly and always look after there customers! The shisha are always good. And I loveeee the lamb burgers! Take up the good work guys!

  • 1/5 Mohammad A. 4 years ago on Google
    The manager is respectful , she is not polite

  • 5/5 Mehul B. 4 years ago on Google
    Good variety of shisha flavours. Staff are friendly and the place has a good atmosphere

  • 5/5 Kawsar S. 4 years ago on Google
    This shisha cafe has a great atmosphere and makes their customers feel welcomed from the moment they enter their premises. Their staff accommodates each and every individual that walks in - to the point that they make you feel like a valued customer. In particular and in no order; Khalid, Sami, Farhan, Thomas, Ashley, Qaaim and Said. This quaint cafe is further managed by a lovely lady named Dil, I love the way she manages her team and makes me and others feel special. Last but not least a quick shout out to Mohamed!


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery

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