Favorite B&M? - Page 2

Skywalker · 08-27-2009, 05:49 PM

Home town of Chico - Bidwell Cigar Co.

When in Vacaville - Lil' Havana

When in San Jose - West Coast Cigars!!!

SmokeyJoe · 08-27-2009, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by tobii3

EMPIRE!!!!!!

Word! Empire Cigars (Formerly Capital City) in Raleigh is a great cigar shop.

I really enjoy Corona Cigars in Orlando when I am down there. Top notch!

Adriftpanda · 08-27-2009, 07:20 PM

Tower Pipes and Cigars... the owner Mark is also on the board Norcalmark, he's a real fine p.o.s but it's okay. Place has the best selection. Mark is very knowledgeable about his stuff!

JK Mark is stand up guy. Happy birthday btw Mark!

08-28-2009, 03:50 AM

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Originally Posted by akumushi

Forgive me if there's already a thread about this, nothing came up in the search.

I thought it would be nice to see a thread where people give a little love back to their favorite B&M. It will serve as a nice reference for travelers that are in your area and maybe you'll find a new place in your home town or run into some fellow customers. I have no affiliations with any retailers, so this is purely fanservice.

My favorite place to pick up smokes in San Diego is Liberty Tobacco. They have the nicest selecction I've seen in town, with a lot of hard to find Illusione, Tatuaje and LFD cigars, and their staff is knowledgeable and friendly. There are always guys just hanging out on the couches in the lounge area and watching TV. They also have a fine selection of pipes and pipe tobacco. I was really stoked when I found a place this nice so close to home. I don't go in as much as I like, but there is always a great atmosphere when I do. If any of you are in the Clairemont/Kearny Mesa area and frequent this establishment, let me know and maybe we can herf there sometime.

So that's my story, now what's your favorite B&M? Show some love!

When I lived in San Diego I was a frequent customer at Liberty Tobacco,,,great cigar store. My all time favorite is back east in Florida at Sabor Havana in Palm Beach Gardens,,,the whole store is a humidor with cigars everywhere and great seating,,,espresso and drinks. This store has the best selection of Opus Cigars I ever saw and at sticker pricing.

NCRadioMan · 08-28-2009, 10:12 AM

In Charlotte:
Outland Cigar
McCranies Also the smaller store in Cornelius.

Tinder Box's in NC and SC can stick it where the sun don't shine. Arrogant, a$$hole, paranoid owner.

In Hickory:
Pipes Ltd

In Asheville:
Pipes Ltd
Bruce's Pipe Shop

SC/Myrtle Beach Area:
Low Country Pipe & Cigar
Nick's

hornitosmonster · 08-28-2009, 03:21 PM

Cigar King in Scottsdale...

Skywalker · 08-28-2009, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Adriftpanda

Tower Pipes and Cigars... the owner Mark is also on the board Norcalmark, he's a real fine p.o.s but it's okay. Place has the best selection. Mark is very knowledgeable about his stuff!

JK Mark is stand up guy. Happy birthday btw Mark!

Sorry!!! I forgot Tower!!!

When is Sacramento stop at Tower Pipes and Cigars!!!

Happy Birthday Mark!!!

08-28-2009, 06:32 PM

I will concur that Empire is a great B&M with respect to events, atmosphere and selection. For box purchases (that I don't buy online), I shop at Smoker's Palace in Wilson, NC. Many times, I can buy a box there (and pay the taxes) cheaper than buying online. They have a great selection (although not the same as Empire) and friendly staff.

Bubba - NJ · 08-28-2009, 09:41 PM

Cigar Alley in Merchantville , NJ . Recently renovated the lounge and it is beautiful . Friendly and knowledgeable staff . Plenty of cigar events . Friendly customers too . Not a huge place but real comfortable .

BigAsh · 08-28-2009, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Bubba - NJ

Cigar Alley in Merchantville , NJ . Recently renovated the lounge and it is beautiful . Friendly and knowledgeable staff . Plenty of cigar events . Friendly customers too . Not a huge place but real comfortable .

Went to their herf dinner at Dante's in Barrington awhile back, seeemed like good peeps

BryanB · 08-29-2009, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by newlifetaxidermy

I will concur that Empire is a great B&M with respect to events, atmosphere and selection. For box purchases (that I don't buy online), I shop at Smoker's Palace in Wilson, NC. Many times, I can buy a box there (and pay the taxes) cheaper than buying online. They have a great selection (although not the same as Empire) and friendly staff.

Forgot about Smoker's Palace. Great prices, Great prices, Great prices. Not really a sit down and smoke place but they have Great Prices. Did I mention the prices? They have Great Prices.

Col. Kurtz · 08-29-2009, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by newlifetaxidermy

I will concur that Empire is a great B&M with respect to events, atmosphere and selection. For box purchases (that I don't buy online), I shop at Smoker's Palace in Wilson, NC. Many times, I can buy a box there (and pay the taxes) cheaper than buying online. They have a great selection (although not the same as Empire) and friendly staff.

I'll have to echo James and Bryan on Smoker's Palace. They have great prices. Lots of VSG's, 64's and 26's. Also had a chest of Liberty. I just picked up a couple of Tats for the same price one would have cost me at any other B&M around here.

Just wish I had more calls to Wilson...... Or not.

JR in Selma is a pretty good place too, depending on who is working

08-29-2009, 03:49 PM

My favorite for sheer size and comfort in my area is 2 Guys Smoke Shop.

For the best selection for all things Pete Johnson, I go to Twins Smoke Shop.

poriggity · 08-29-2009, 05:16 PM

My all time favorite is "The Humidor" in Redlands, Ca. Great selection, top notch staff, and the "regulars" are all good friends of mine. I love it there.
Scott

troutbreath · 08-29-2009, 07:19 PM

My favorite, without question, is Leaf & Ale in Knoxville, TN. I think Mike posts on here sometimes. I travel for work, and this is my home when I am in E. TN. They have a great selection, and the staff is very welcoming. I joined their connoiseur's club, even though I live over 4 hours away. Great store.

Others I usually visit while traveling:
Old VA Tobacco Co, Richmond
Burns Tobacconists, Chattanooga

poriggity · 08-29-2009, 08:15 PM

I wish I could get out to Tennessee just once to visit with Mike. I've talked to him on the phone a few times, and have ordered from him frequently, and he is one great BOTL!
Scott

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Originally Posted by troutbreath

My favorite, without question, is Leaf & Ale in Knoxville, TN. I think Mike posts on here sometimes. I travel for work, and this is my home when I am in E. TN. They have a great selection, and the staff is very welcoming. I joined their connoiseur's club, even though I live over 4 hours away. Great store.

Others I usually visit while traveling:
Old VA Tobacco Co, Richmond
Burns Tobacconists, Chattanooga

BlackIrish · 08-29-2009, 10:38 PM

In Boston, the best IMHO is L J Peretti. An old school place, the owners are *tight* with the Fuentes, and they have a phenomenal selection. You can't compare Massachusetts B&M prices with the online vendors because of the 25% excise tax, but when you want to find a cigar, Peretti will usually have it. The space is small and there isn't a smoking lounge, but there are a couple of chairs if you want to sit back and enjoy your purchase.

Next best is Gloucester Street Cigar. They've got a great selection, too. A couple of chairs, but no lounge.

CigarMasters has a big selection and a nice lounge, but the prices are extra high and there's a fair bit of attitude.

My favorite hangout is Churchill's Lounge, near Quincy Market. Selection is mediocre, but you can bring and smoke your own without any hassle, frowns, or lighting fee. It's a really comfortable place with a very friendly staff and great atmosphere. I try to get there a few times a week.

BlackIrish · 08-29-2009, 10:41 PM

When my travels take me north from Boston, I try to stop by Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem and Nashua, NH. Huge selection, with prices that are much better than in Boston because of the lower NH taxes. The staff is very knowledgeable, too.

Sr Mike · 08-29-2009, 11:50 PM

My favorite

San Diego, CA - Liberty Tobacco

alley00p · 08-29-2009, 11:58 PM

I'm fortunate that within a 20 minute drive of my house are a number of good B&M's, Some with humongous walk-in humidors, and large selections, including a couple of Churchill's, a chain called Smoker's Outlet with 10 different locations, and the home office of CigarFox.com, Cigar Factory Outlet. We even have a JR's store not far away.

But my favorite, when I'm in the mood to just sit and smoke a stick or two, it's ViBratto Premium Cigars, in Mt. Clemens, Michigan. But the atmosphere just seems friendlier to me. I'm greeted as a friend, not a customer whenever I go in. There are monthly events, and there's a lot of regulars that stop in often. It's a great place to run into a friend and talk, watch the game, and relax.

This is my alternate "man-cave"

08-27-2009, 05:49 PM	#21
Skywalker BABOTL Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dice Location: Galaxy Far Far Away Posts: 10,168 Trading: (18)	Re: Favorite B&M? Home town of Chico - Bidwell Cigar Co. When in Vacaville - Lil' Havana When in San Jose - West Coast Cigars!!! __________________ Smoke what you like!!!

08-27-2009, 07:20 PM	#23
Adriftpanda Peter's Daddy Join Date: May 2009 First Name: Huy Location: No one wants me Posts: 10,313 Trading: (74)	Re: Favorite B&M? Tower Pipes and Cigars... the owner Mark is also on the board Norcalmark, he's a real fine p.o.s but it's okay. Place has the best selection. Mark is very knowledgeable about his stuff! JK Mark is stand up guy. Happy birthday btw Mark!

08-28-2009, 10:12 AM	#25
NCRadioMan Chutney Lovebusciut Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chutney Location: On the shores of Loch Shiel Posts: 4,277 Trading: (66)	Re: Favorite B&M? In Charlotte: Outland Cigar McCranies Also the smaller store in Cornelius. Tinder Box's in NC and SC can stick it where the sun don't shine. Arrogant, a$$hole, paranoid owner. In Hickory: Pipes Ltd In Asheville: Pipes Ltd Bruce's Pipe Shop SC/Myrtle Beach Area: Low Country Pipe & Cigar Nick's __________________ The path to loyalty is trust.

08-28-2009, 03:21 PM	#26
hornitosmonster Cowboys Fan Join Date: May 2009 First Name: Isaac Location: Surprise, Az Posts: 230 Trading: (4)	Re: Favorite B&M? Cigar King in Scottsdale... __________________

08-28-2009, 06:32 PM	#28
newlifetaxidermy Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Favorite B&M? I will concur that Empire is a great B&M with respect to events, atmosphere and selection. For box purchases (that I don't buy online), I shop at Smoker's Palace in Wilson, NC. Many times, I can buy a box there (and pay the taxes) cheaper than buying online. They have a great selection (although not the same as Empire) and friendly staff.

08-28-2009, 09:41 PM	#29
Bubba - NJ Deep Cherry Finish Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Rolf Location: Tatooine Posts: 780 Trading: (4)	Re: Favorite B&M? Cigar Alley in Merchantville , NJ . Recently renovated the lounge and it is beautiful . Friendly and knowledgeable staff . Plenty of cigar events . Friendly customers too . Not a huge place but real comfortable . __________________ Royale with cheese

08-29-2009, 03:49 PM	#33
Toasted Coastie Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Favorite B&M? My favorite for sheer size and comfort in my area is 2 Guys Smoke Shop. For the best selection for all things Pete Johnson, I go to Twins Smoke Shop.

08-29-2009, 05:16 PM	#34
poriggity Cigar Zombie Fo Life! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Location: Lake Arrowhead, Ca Posts: 806 Trading: (13)	Re: Favorite B&M? My all time favorite is "The Humidor" in Redlands, Ca. Great selection, top notch staff, and the "regulars" are all good friends of mine. I love it there. Scott __________________ Bearded Dad Blog

08-29-2009, 07:19 PM	#35
troutbreath Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mike Location: The Dash, NC Posts: 706 Trading: (0)	Re: Favorite B&M? My favorite, without question, is Leaf & Ale in Knoxville, TN. I think Mike posts on here sometimes. I travel for work, and this is my home when I am in E. TN. They have a great selection, and the staff is very welcoming. I joined their connoiseur's club, even though I live over 4 hours away. Great store. Others I usually visit while traveling: Old VA Tobacco Co, Richmond Burns Tobacconists, Chattanooga

08-29-2009, 10:38 PM	#37
BlackIrish MassHole Militia Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Eddie Location: Bunker Hill Posts: 1,395 Trading: (55)	Re: Favorite B&M? In Boston, the best IMHO is L J Peretti. An old school place, the owners are tight with the Fuentes, and they have a phenomenal selection. You can't compare Massachusetts B&M prices with the online vendors because of the 25% excise tax, but when you want to find a cigar, Peretti will usually have it. The space is small and there isn't a smoking lounge, but there are a couple of chairs if you want to sit back and enjoy your purchase. Next best is Gloucester Street Cigar. They've got a great selection, too. A couple of chairs, but no lounge. CigarMasters has a big selection and a nice lounge, but the prices are extra high and there's a fair bit of attitude. My favorite hangout is Churchill's Lounge, near Quincy Market. Selection is mediocre, but you can bring and smoke your own without any hassle, frowns, or lighting fee. It's a really comfortable place with a very friendly staff and great atmosphere. I try to get there a few times a week. __________________

08-29-2009, 10:41 PM	#38
BlackIrish MassHole Militia Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Eddie Location: Bunker Hill Posts: 1,395 Trading: (55)	Re: Favorite B&M? When my travels take me north from Boston, I try to stop by Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem and Nashua, NH. Huge selection, with prices that are much better than in Boston because of the lower NH taxes. The staff is very knowledgeable, too. __________________

08-29-2009, 11:50 PM	#39
Sr Mike As Is Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: EBFE Posts: 657 Trading: (6)	Re: Favorite B&M? My favorite San Diego, CA - Liberty Tobacco

08-29-2009, 11:58 PM	#40
alley00p Adopted MassHole Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Charlie Location: HOCKEYTOWN! Posts: 1,770 Trading: (41)	Re: Favorite B&M? I'm fortunate that within a 20 minute drive of my house are a number of good B&M's, Some with humongous walk-in humidors, and large selections, including a couple of Churchill's, a chain called Smoker's Outlet with 10 different locations, and the home office of CigarFox.com, Cigar Factory Outlet. We even have a JR's store not far away. But my favorite, when I'm in the mood to just sit and smoke a stick or two, it's ViBratto Premium Cigars, in Mt. Clemens, Michigan. But the atmosphere just seems friendlier to me. I'm greeted as a friend, not a customer whenever I go in. There are monthly events, and there's a lot of regulars that stop in often. It's a great place to run into a friend and talk, watch the game, and relax. This is my alternate "man-cave" __________________ Alley00p - I may be a FOG, but I'm still trying to dance!! Just don't trip over my cane!