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Paaeez
Category: Nightlife Bars Hookah Bars Hookah Bars [Edit]
569 College StToronto, ON M6G 1B2
Neighbourhoods: Little Italy, Palmerston, Bickford Park
(416) 537-0767
- Price Range:
-
$$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Music:
- DJ
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Thu, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- No
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- Yes
- Coat Check:
- Yes
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- Yes
- Has TV:
- No
8 reviews for Paaeez
8 reviews in English
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Review from Vivek S.
4/17/2012 1 Check-in Here
Though I have walked by (and dismissed) Päaeez many, many times, I finally penetrated this swanky den on Saturday night. I was not motivated by any new found "smooveness" but rather obligated by matters natalitial. Though it wasn't quite the slimy douche-fest I expected, most of my suspicions were confirmed.
Päaeez (pie-EASE) is Persian for autumn, which might explain the red, ochre and brown palette of this lounge. The long and narrow space is lined with long sofas and dotted with ottomans for seating. I imagine the action escalates as you head deeper into the venue, and culminates in the Back Room where you will discover a DJ, well-dressed writhing bodies and my absence.
I say "I imagine" because this place was quieter than a cotton ball rasslin' match. Only the first few tables were occupied and the rest of the bar was empty. This wasn't terrible for me as it meant expedient rounds and less nonsense, but enthusiasts of the scene might be disappointed at the lack of crowd.
Since we weren't dancing we decided to smoke hookah instead. The flavours are tobacco-free and they have a pretty good selection. It's a mellow and aromatic smoke but without tobacco you'll be sucking air like a fiend. At $20 for two pucks of fire it's expensive, but it was plenty of smoking for me. Germaphobes take note: they give you these protective mouthpiece cones that we playfully dubbed "mouth condoms". That's kind of gross, now that I think about it.
Interesting space but not really my scene. PAAEEZ out.
Obligatory Title Pun: PAA before EEZ except after SHEE-sha.
Menu Readability: Surprisingly elegant, actually.
Need to mention: Pints are $6, cocktails around $12.
What this place teaches me about myself: One should always regard with suspicion he with a preponderance of vowels.Listed in: Little Italy
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Review from S D.
Toronto, ON
1/13/2012
This place has potential, but poor service and ridiculously expensive shisha prevents it from reaching it. I went with a friend relatively late at night, and the place was literally empty. I was impressed with the ambiance and music, but wished it had been busier. We ordered the apple shisha, and after waiting for 15 minutes, we had to remind them what we ordered. We constantly had to remind them about our drink orders, despite the fact that there were no other customers in the lounge.
I would definitely not go back; there are many other hookah bars that are less expensive . -
Review from Myrem D.
Mississauga, ON
6/15/2011
Shisha lounge.
My kinda spot.
On fri & sat nights, there's a club like event open for the public.
The crowd is VERY chic. The appetizers are very pricey. The place/venue itself is gorgeous. Very small but decorated quite well. dimly lit and booths all alongside the wall to seat groups easily.
The staff are a bit annoying. The shisha is of poor quality and they charge per head. (which is just ridiculous).
I would come here for drinks. It gets packed very quickly since it's right on college.
excellent place for a date. You can definitely impress a girl here. Ha!
XOXO
M. -
Review from Kiwi M.
Toronto, ON
9/9/2011
Music is good, but
1) Expensive drinks
2) Expensive hookah
Tries to be upscale, but nothing's upscale about this place. -
Review from Mitch S.
Toronto, ON
7/30/2011 1 Check-in Here
1) Expensive drinks
2) Limited beer selection (very limited)
3) Expensive hookah (and only tobacco free, I felt like I had to collapse my lungs to get any smoke from it)
Move on and try elsewhere. -
Review from Reynold P.
Toronto, ON
9/9/2011
Paaeez doesn't have too much going for it.
I've been there 4 times for different events and each time has been more or less mediocre.
The shisha/hookah is expensive compared to other hookah lounges out there. The drinks are also pricey, but not incredibly unreasonable.
Service was good and the atmosphere was relaxing but they are both overshadowed by the prices.
I would visit Cafe Awtash before Paaeez. -
Review from Kia N.
Richmond Hill, ON
7/30/2009
Atmosphere: I enjoyed this lounge. A lot. If you're looking for a modern bar/lounge, this is it! The venue is divided into three rooms. First room: Bar and lounging area, second room: lounging area, third room: bar, DJ booth and dance floor. Almost always the crowd is mid to late 20s.
Music: I've been to Paaeez numerous times. I've never heard the DJ spin anything but house music. Love it! No mainstream music, its mostly tribal, electro, and deep house music.
Service: Service is slow! And the shisha/hookah isn't very good. -
Review from Michelle R.
Toronto, ON
1/11/2010
It is the shisha that bumps this place up to 4 stars. Without it, Paaeez would be a typical college lounge - with expensive drinks and mediocre service.
But the shisha makes it a unique venue. It's a fun group activity and worth the $20 - it lasts a long time and it's certainly something different
Don't get food here - unless you know something I don't. We ordered the baked artichoke dip with vegetable crisps and got Ruffles with canned chip dip. I did find the drinks expensive ($14 for a double), but I really enjoy their unique, Moroccan-inspired drinks. And the back seems like a great spot for a birthday party.
Overall, a nice spot! Just try to sit at the back during the winter. Man alive it's cold at the front.
