Twin Smoke Shoppe

Twin Smoke Shoppe sits at 10th and Tasker, and locals will tell you it's about as real as a cigar shop gets in South Philly. Walk in a stranger and you leave feeling like part of the family. That's the line you hear over and over, and it comes back to Anthony Renzulli, the owner, who has a way of showing new folks around, talking through the selection, and making sure you're comfortable while you enjoy a stick. People drive in from Delco and beyond for it, and more than a few travelers have stumbled in off the street and left promising to come back every time they're in town.

The cigar selection runs deep here. You'll find well-known makers, and the word around Philly is that Anthony's house brand sticks are something special. Regulars point to the Rocky Patel lounge down a few steps, and there's plenty of seating across three lounge areas in the main store. Ask anyone who shops here and they'll describe the atmosphere as an old-world hunting lodge crossed with a small library, with that unmistakable old-school South Philly feeling.

On a good day, folks sit outside together and enjoy the company just as much as the smoke. It's the kind of place where the camaraderie is the whole point. People talk about the ball-breaking, the real conversations, watching a show with the guys, and being welcomed in like a regular on a first visit. Ian gets a nod for going above and beyond, and Anthony's wife has a reputation as an amazing cook.

One out-of-towner from Kansas City summed it up simply: it's the people that make this shop. This is one of the highest-rated cigar spots around, and it's easy to see why. Parking near 10th and Tasker can take a few circles, but ask any regular and they'll tell you it's worth it. If you're looking for a genuine cigar shop in Philadelphia with real Philly warmth, this is one to know.