Havana's Choice Cigars & Lounge

Havana's Choice Cigars & Lounge has been part of Medina since 2008, and it's the kind of place that makes you want to slow down for a while. Walk in and you're met with staff and a walk-in humidor that's genuinely impressive, stocked at plenty of price points. Whether you're just getting into cigars or you've been at it for years, the vibe is laid-back and welcoming. The selection is where this shop earns its strong reputation around town. On the shelves you'll find heavy hitters like Arturo Fuente, Montecristo, My Father, Padron's neighbors in the boutique world, plus Drew Estate, CAO, Alec Bradley, A.J.

Fernandez, Ashton, J.C. Newman, H Upmann, Aganorsa Leaf, Gurkha, Don Pepin, La Palina, Asylum and more. We hear people who pass through say they turn up hard-to-finds here that they can't even track down in Columbus. One fellow came back multiple times to pick the right cigars for his daughter's wedding, and the team held them for over a month to keep them fresh for the big toast. That's the kind of service folks talk about.

They also carry smoking accessories along with CBD and hemp products. The lounge is a big draw, and the recently renovated space downstairs is something people rave about. Ask anyone who spends an evening here and they'll point you to the basement setup: pool table, dartboard, poker table, big-screen TV and leather chairs. Upstairs rooms are comfortable spots to catch a game. Bring your own booze, and there's a public kitchen too.

Word around Medina is they run regular events depending on the weather and the calendar. If we're being fair, one or two regulars would love to see even more boutique brands come through, and the odd person has wished for better airflow in the lounge, though most agree the ventilation is solid and it's the best cigar spot in town. For anyone looking for a cigar shop in Medina to sit and enjoy a smoke, this one comes highly recommended.