RED 13 Cigars

RED 13 Cigars is a cigar lounge in downtown Orlando that feels more like a well-kept secret than a storefront. Tucked into a quiet, out-of-the-way spot in a commercial pocket of the city, it's the kind of place you might drive past without knowing what you're missing. Locals will tell you that's part of the charm. Inside you'll find an open, unpretentious space with a bar and a table that seats about eight, plus picnic tables out on the covered porch.

Smoking is welcome, cigars included, and the whole vibe is laid back and low key. The cigars are the real draw. People who shop here swear by how fresh and well preserved the selection stays, with new stock arriving regularly. They also carry their own Red 13 house brand, and regulars speak highly of those smokes.

If you're not sure what to reach for, the owner and staff are happy to walk you through it and help you land on something you'll enjoy. We've heard folks single out Foxy, the bartender with the red braids, and Lisa for being genuinely warm and welcoming, the type to send you off with a lunch recommendation for the next day. This isn't a fancy craft-cocktail spot, and it doesn't try to be. Ask anyone who hangs out here and they'll describe it as casual and neighborly, a place where there are no strangers.

Cold beer, bourbon and whiskey pair naturally with the cigars, and the shop has a history of hosting community events, having served as one of the host spots for Orlando's Cigar Fest with food trucks rolling in. When the BBQ truck next door is open, that's a bonus worth timing your visit around. With a strong reputation earned over many visits, Red 13 Cigars has quietly become a favorite for Orlando locals and traveling cigar lovers alike, some of whom pass through on their way to and from Tampa and mark it down as a must-stop.