Montage Tobacco Co

If you're after a good cigar in Scranton, Montage Tobacco Co is a name that comes up again and again. Ask anyone who shops here and the first thing they'll mention is Mark, the owner. He knows cigars inside and out, and people appreciate that he actually talks with them rather than just ringing up a sale. One longtime smoker who's been at it for over 25 years put it plainly: this is no little local tobacco hut.

It's the kind of shop where you can walk in for a special smoke and walk out with a real recommendation. The cigar selection is what draws most folks, and the range is wide enough that regulars keep coming back to see what's on the shelves. They stock cigarettes and rolling papers too, and we've heard from more than one person who was new to rolling their own that Mark took the time to walk them through it and point them toward the right supplies. That patience goes a long way.

You can also pick up gift certificates here, and it's a spot where locals grab their lottery tickets and stay for the conversation. On value, most people find the prices fair and competitive, though a couple of dedicated cigar smokers feel they run a touch high on certain sticks. Worth knowing, but it hasn't kept them from coming back. A few have wished for a wider spread of specific brands, and the odd grumble about how a cigar was stored has come up, but the overwhelming word around Scranton is positive.

That reputation is well earned. Montage Tobacco Co sits among the highest-regarded tobacco shops in the area, and the reason is simple: knowledgeable, friendly service and a genuine welcome every time you stop in. If you want someone who actually knows their product, this is a solid choice in Scranton.