Charlotte Cigar Culture

Charlotte Cigar Culture has earned a reputation as one of the most well-regarded cigar spots in Charlotte, North Carolina, and it is easy to understand why once you spend an afternoon here. This is as much a lounge as it is a shop, with a comfortable public area where you can buy and smoke inside, a patio out back, and a full bar to go with it. Members get their own lounge and patio, but locals will tell you the welcome extends to everyone, member or not. As one regular put it, it is his favorite place to unwind after a long day at the office.

The cigar selection is what keeps people coming back. You will find Liga Privada, Cohiba, My Father's, Alec Bradley, Padron, EP Carrillo, Ashton, Deadwood, Arturo Fuente, CAO, Oliva, and Macanudo on the shelves, with the odd limited-edition box turning up for anyone hunting something out of the ordinary. Word around Charlotte is that the pricing stays honest, and one gentleman was pleased to note they don't double up on the Opus X line the way some shops do. If you like Drew Estate, ask about it here.

The people are a big part of the draw. Ask for Dean if you want good conversation along with your smoke, and the staff generally have a knack for making newcomers feel at home. We've heard folks strike up conversations with strangers and lose track of time, latte machine going in the background. A couple of small notes worth passing along: parking can be tricky, so skip the pay lot next door and look for street parking a block over, and the tables lean more social than work-friendly.

None of that seems to slow down the steady stream of regulars. If you want a classy, laid-back cigar bar in Charlotte with a serious humidor and easygoing company, this one is a genuine local favorite.