River Street Liquor & Cigars

Right on the water in Savannah's River Street district, River Street Liquor & Cigars has become a favorite stop for visitors and locals alike, especially anyone taking advantage of the fact that you can stroll the area with a drink in hand. The shop is clean, well-organized, and stocked with cigars, cigarettes, and smoking accessories alongside a deep selection of spirits. Ask anyone who shops here and they'll point you to the cigar case, where the team will cut your cigar for you and send you off with a little box of matches. That kind of touch is exactly what keeps people coming back.

The staff reputation here is strong. Regulars mention Mikhail, John, and Dom by name for being knowledgeable and genuinely helpful, whether you're picking out something to share with the family or figuring out what to bring back to the hotel. We've heard more than once that the customer service is among the best in town, and the free souvenir aluminum cups are a nice bonus that people love to talk about. It's the kind of place where the folks behind the counter actually know their stuff and take time with you.

Being open late makes this a handy spot for grabbing something after dinner or on your way back from the riverfront. Now, we'll be straight with you: locals are a little split on the prices, and you may hear the occasional grumble that things run high, which is not unusual for a spot sitting right in a tourist district. Even so, the word around Savannah is that the selection and the service more than earn its solid reputation. If you're in the River Street area and want cigars, accessories, or good conversation with people who know their inventory, this one's worth a stop.