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Persian restaurant & hookah lounge Samsara takes over ex-Bliss Rebar

Samsara, a Persian retaurant that lay claims to being the first hookah lounge in downtown Phoenix, has opened on the northeast corner of Fourth Street and Garfield.

The space: Formerly the home of Bliss Rebar, which closed in May 2022 after 14 years in business.

The food: Lamb and chicken skewers, hummus with pita, and cucumber salad.

  • There also are several American items, including wings. a chicken sandwich, and shrimp ceviche.

The drinks: Craft cocktails, margaritas, and mocktails.

The hours: 4 p.m.-2 a.m. Monday-Thursday, 6 p.m.-4 a.m. Friday-Saturday, 6 p.m.-2 a.m. Sunday.

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