PirateCigar.com

If you did not know to look for it, you might walk right past PirateCigar.com. That is part of the charm. Tucked away on 66th in Pinellas Park, this cigar lounge hides one of the more memorable interiors around, and locals will tell you the reveal is half the fun. Step inside and the pirate theme takes over completely, with room after room done up so thoroughly that more than one first-timer has felt like they wandered into the captain's quarters of an actual ship.

As one regular put it, it is a true speakeasy without even trying to be one. The vibe is what keeps people talking. Warm, inviting interior, plenty of seating, and TV screens you can catch from just about any seat. There is a cute outdoor area out front, and we hear you might even catch a live saxophonist on the right night.

It is the kind of place where you settle in, light one up, and lose track of time. On the cigars themselves, the word around Pinellas Park is that the selection is solid and the prices are fair. They run a Cigar of the Month, and folks have gotten happily lost in offerings like the Montecristo White Series Toro. Ask anyone who shops here and they will tell you it is worth sampling one on site before you decide what to take home with you, which is exactly how a good lounge should work.

The owners are hands-on, greeting people at the door and making newcomers feel like regulars fast. That personal touch is a big reason this spot has become one of the most highly regarded cigar shops in the area. If you want a chill, immersive place to enjoy a smoke in Pinellas Park, this one comes strongly recommended.