Havana Group Cigar Club

If you are looking for a proper cigar shop in Miami Lakes, Havana Group Cigar Club is one locals point you toward. The name folks around here come back to is Alfredo, the owner, and ask anyone who shops here and they will tell you the man knows his trade inside and out. He gives each person walking in his full attention, talks you through the selection, and shares what he knows about the products and the business itself. That kind of hands-on hospitality is what regulars keep coming back for.

The heart of the place is the cigars. People who shop here swear by the condition of the humidor, kept calibrated to a fine point so the smokes stay exactly right. There is a solid selection covering a range of tastes, with prices that sit in line with what you would expect around Miami. Beyond cigars, the shop carries hookahs, shisha, and smoking accessories, and we have even heard mention of watches on the shelves.

Out back is where this spot earns a lot of its loyal following. There is a private members-only lounge with a full bar serving premium liquor, a comfortable place to sit and enjoy a smoke. If you are not a member, keep Thursdays in mind, since that is when the lounge opens up to nonmembers. More than one person has walked out saying they will be back every time they are in town.

We will be honest that opinions here are not entirely uniform, and a few folks have grumbled after not connecting with the service. As several regulars point out, some of that seems to come down to a language barrier being mistaken for attitude, because the warmth and knowledge are genuine once you settle in and let Alfredo do his thing. For cigars kept in top shape and a knowledgeable local welcome, Havana Group Cigar Club is worth a stop in Miami Lakes.