Saba Cafe
348 Central Ave FLOOR 2, Albany, NY
Crema's Take
“Saba Cafe is a welcoming hub where the owner Badee's genuine hospitality transforms every visit into something memorable, whether you're settling in with a creamy chai to work on essays or gathering with friends over aromatic Yemeni tea and hookah. The spacious, immaculately kept space strikes that perfect balance between a serious study spot and a vibrant social gathering place, with an owner who treats regulars and first-timers alike with real warmth and attentiveness. This is the kind of place where the coffee and tea matter, but what you'll really remember is how cared for you felt.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings.
Google Reviews
Hands down the best hookah bar around here. It’s always clean, spacious, and the music is great. The owner is such a great guy and always takes great care of us. You can tell he truly wants everyone to feel welcome, relax, and enjoy themselves.
Badee went above and beyond to make me and my friends feel comfortable from the moment we walked in. He greeted us with genuine warmth and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the night. The atmosphere was already great, but his hospitality made it even better. He…
My friends and I came here for the first time and it was amazing great experience! The Yemeni tea was delicious and the owner was so welcoming. Definitely coming back soon!
I went about a month ago with a friend to work on some of our college work. The owner was super friendly and accommodating! We shared a pot of chai and it was one of the best chai's I've had, I will definitely return for it. The atmosphere itself was surprisingly not too…
About a month ago my friend and I came here with a couple essays to write to get away from campus and focus on our work, and we were met with the utmost hospitality and kindness. The atmosphere is very welcoming: there is care put into the decorations and the upkeep of the…
Crema Reviews
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