The Purple Caterpillar

A great little spot we found by accident while exploring portland one night. I wish my city had something like this for me when I was in the 18-20 demographic.

Really cool art-work on the walls w/ funky comfortable seating.

Also, they carry Settlers of Catan - bonus!

Really?  REALLY?  I need to go to Portland, ME in order to LOVEEE Hookah?  Oh, ok, that's fine.  Off I go!

Seriously, no SERIOUSLY!  This is the BEST HOOKAH spot I have ever been to.  Want to know why?  Sure, let me count the ways!

1. Such sweet, down-to-earth staff.
2. tasty hookahs!
3. decor.  In fact, you don't need hookah to make me go in there.  Everything on the inside made me want to pay rent to live there.
4. free drinks (tea, coffee, hot chocolate, iced tea, etc)
5. Best music playlist EVER!  That says a lot because my husband and I NEVER (read NEVER!!) agree on music, but this place was perfect!
6. Board games galore!!!

Main downside: no credit cards accepted, which sucks, but hey, next time I'm in town, I'll be ready for that!

5 of out 5 for real.  Check it out!!!

Overall pretty lame experience.  I guess if you wanted to relive your high school lesbian coming out experience this is the place for you, otherwise stay away.

What to expect when you arrive:
-Sour looks from the poorly dressed and lazy owners (yes, they are actually playing board games and won't be at the counter)
-Alanis Morissette, Indigo Girls, 4 Non-Blondes, Wilson Philips etc. playing from someone's iphone
-Poor, slow service
-Drab interior and low energy vibe
-No alcohol and creepy walls