Smoke Cigar Shop & Lounge

Smoke Cigar Shop & Lounge has become one of the best-loved cigar spots on this side of Pennsylvania, and the word around Bridgeville is that it earns every bit of that reputation. People drive across Pittsburgh to get here, and we've even heard from folks passing through on road trips from as far as Ohio and Texas who make a point of stopping in. Ask anyone who's spent an afternoon in the lounge and they'll tell you the atmosphere is what keeps them coming back: comfortable chairs, some that recline, TVs with the remotes left out for patrons, and a clientele that strikes up good conversation with just about anyone who walks in. The selection runs deep.

On the shelves you'll find names like Arturo Fuente, Ashton, Alec Bradley, Acid, Aladino, Asylum, Atabey, AK Fernandez, Abuelo, and Big Papi, so there's plenty to explore if you're a seasoned smoker or just getting started. Newcomers are in especially good hands here. Jimmy comes up again and again as the man to ask for, and regulars say he'll walk you through the differences in size, style, and flavor until picking a cigar feels easy. Casey and Stephanie round out a crew that, as one visitor put it, makes you feel like family before you leave.

Prices are widely considered fair, though a longtime regular did note the shop no longer stocks the lower-cost sticks it once did. That aside, the value and the help you get finding something new to try keep people loyal. The lounge hosts events too, including a night with cigar figure Rocky Patel, complete with food from the chef next door, box deals, raffles, and plenty of good company. There's a bottle shop right next door serving beer, cocktails, and spirits, which makes an evening here easy to settle into.

If you're in the South Hills and want a cigar to go or a comfortable place to sit and relax, this is a name locals trust. Don't forget to ask about the rewards program while you're in.