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    Cigar Cave

    4.8 (87 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Christopher R.

    Me and my friends were looking for a cigar lounge to hang out for the evening. We found this lounge on yelp. We entered the lounge and were greeted by the staff. The staff showed us the humidor and the different selection of cigars. The bar has beer and wine. The cigar selection is top notch and the customer service was great. The staff cuts your cigar to your liking and the ambiance is customer friendly. The lounge has pool and outside seating. Great place to go smoke a cigar.

    Roger M.

    Raul is the friendliest cigar bar owner in town. Super easy going and always provides top notch customer service. This is one of the few cigar spots in town open until midnight during the week and until 2am on weekends. If you're like me and want to have a late night cigar, Cigar Cave is your spot. There are tons of regulars here that you'll get to know. Great beer selection, especially Belgian stuff on tap or bottle. And their humidor is stocked with a lot of the good stuff. Light one up at the bar and allow the team here to provide great hospitality!

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    Luis R P.

    Awesome speakeasy and cigar bar!awesome beer and wine selection with a full bar. Great decor and ambiance. Access through 5th avenue and also the back alley parking. The bartender is great and super accommodating.... Love this place!

    If you want to smoke a cigar this is the spot in town to go to. Big inside with plenty of chairs. They only charge $5 if you bring your own cigar which totally makes this place worth it. They have beer and wine, a pool table and plenty of chairs and ash trays. The humidor isn't huge but they have enough good variety for any level of cigar smoker. Parking can be tricky but it's worth it. People working there are chill too.

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    Lizzy W.

    If you're looking for the most authentic cigar lounge in San Diego, come here! If you aren't questioning if you are in the right spot or not then you haven't gone far enough. Emanates the cave in cigar cave. We loved the speak easy feel of having to ring the doorbell to be let in and how moody the lighting and furniture was. The decor of this place deserves some kind of award, it is a bunch of random items immaculately brought together. The cigar collection for purchase was great especially for a couple of amateurs. They offer drinks in the most sophisticated glasses. The owner was friendly and provided great conversation. This was the highlight of my husband's birthday in San Diego.

    One of the most amazing spots I've ever had the chance to visit. Quality time, good cigars and cool drinks. Raul will assure your comfort!

    Cigars Drinks Ambiance Coziness Friendly place 5 star service Quality design Togetherness

    Anthony L.

    Came to Rancho Santa Fe for the cars and coffee car show and to meet a business associate. After our meeting, we went to the Cigar Cave. Now let me tell you, its hidden so you have to read the signs. Off of fifth Avenue through an alley way next to the Chase Bank parking lot. It's like a secret speakeasy. As soon as you walk in, theres a big humidor to your immediate left. Great selection of cigars and if you are not sure ask the owner Emmy and she can suggest some great cigars. As you walk in further, there's a bar to your left. You can get your libations here. Emmy suggested the bourbon to pair with my cognac cigar. The mood is a dark, sexy, whimsical, vintage inviting kind of way in which the further you walk in the more you want to stay. Old with a modern twist.There is plenty of comfortable leather seats and couches. There's chessbosrds through and a pool table. This is one of the most unique cigar lounges I have been to. First class service. Emmy is professional and friendly and she makes you feel at home. The atmosphere is very chill and relaxing....great vibes...great music. You dont want to miss this place. This is a 5 star establishment and I have been to many cigar lounges including Chicago and Beverly Hills. This place is amazing, phenomenal service, and the vibe is a speakeasy night club with a cigar lounge. Only thing missing is the password at the door to get in. I recommend this place to all my cigar aficionados. Simply the best cigar lounge hands down in Downtown San Diego. Great cigars, great libations, great conversations. I will definitely be back. Thank you Emmy.

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    Okay, as another reviewer stated, Christine is the Cigar Cave Queen! I'm not a cigar smoker. My partner is. We recently explored little Havana and came home to San Diego wanting to find a good cigar place. We tried Gas Lamp. Yeah, not so great. Landed at cigar cave after eating at our favorite Greek restaurant. Cigar cave has a great atmosphere, good beer and wine. But seriously, Christine knows her cigars. Great recommendations and on top of bar for drinks. We've been back several times and this will definitely be our spot. Totally recommend

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    Josh N.

    Yes!!! Got brought here super drunk on a Saturday night and remembered, "that bar is awesome!" And also left my credit card there so had to go back sober to get it. I confirm sober or drunk this place is AWESOME! A very New York or LA vibe with SD peeps. Back alley entrance, cigars, pool, vintage art, outdoor space, I could go on and on. Officially obsessed!

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    Beau I.

    Fun fun fun. The vibe is dar yet inviting. You can sit inside or outside, drinks, pool, cigars, and hookah what is not to like? Not to mention there are lots of beautiful women that frequent this place.

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    This is an awesome place, with great selection of cigars and good wine and beer. I love the atmosphere and I will definitely go back!

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    This place is awesome especially Raul is a great guy cigars are not overpriced like other cigar shops in town.

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    Cigars On 5th

    Cigars On 5th

    4.8
    (23 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    On my cigar quest and always heard about this spot. I'm glad to finally check it out. Here was my…read moreexperience: AMBIANCE Parking: Hillcrest street parking--can take a minute, but manageable. Seating: Indoor seating and outdoor lounge setup with chairs and tables--very laid back and open. You even get to sit in an island on the road. Vibes: Welcome to the Hillcrest Gay-borhood. Super unique. It's a coffee shop + plant shop + cigar lounge hybrid, which gives it a really relaxed, community feel. Definitely not your dark, moody cigar bar--this is more daytime-friendly, approachable, and welcoming. It feels like a spot where you can casually hang, whether you're new to cigars or already into them. DRINKS / EXPERIENCE They've got a curated selection of premium cigars ranging from beginner to more experienced options, plus coffee, beer, and wine to pair with it. CUSTOMER SERVICE Isiah was dope! He was friendly, welcoming and knew his stuff. TL;DR OVERALL 4 Stars. Solid experience. Good range from cigars to the type of ambiance you're trying to take. A refreshing take on a cigar lounge. More casual and community-driven than traditional spots, which makes it super approachable. Great if you want to ease into cigars or just enjoy a relaxed hang in Hillcrest. TIPS: * Ask about cigar + drink pairings--they lean into that

    Good service. Decent selection if cigars and chill ambience…read more Great coffee. Front desk staff was accommodating, good conversations happening, friendly atmosphere.

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    Racine & Laramie Tobacconist

    Racine & Laramie Tobacconist

    4.5
    (136 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    Welcome traveler to Racine & Laramie Tobacconist…read more The oldest smoke shop in America's Finest City. The service is a yes. The prices are on the higher side, but you're getting a great experience from start to finish while supporting a small thriving business in Old Town San Diego. Stellar collection of cigars, pipes, lighters and various things. Not to mention old timey tunes on their speakers. Fun fixtures and displays. They have coffee, soft drinks and small lounge area for those who wish to partake in store, not to mention some match books with their logo, great souvenir. We had a couple of Nubs (short thick stick cigars), great flavors for a shorter smoke time (draw it in, don't inhale - like with any cigar). Jeffrey (aka Jeff) was a dapper class act and gentleman, the guy you'll most like encounter and the first face you'll see when you walk in as well as on their site. R & L T has some good bundle deals and sales throughout the year. We encounter lots of kind and interesting folks during our visit in. I've been curious about pipes and would definitely purchase with them. Great quality of all products, plus that top notch 1800s service in 2026, is a win cigar enthusiasts.

    Such a charming historic location . Smoke selection is great and the employees are very…read moreknowledgeable. I enjoyed extensive conversation about pipes and tobacco blends Only down side is seating for enjoying your smoke if you purchase to have immediately . But if you lucky enough to grab the bench outside and people watch it's really a unique experience

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    Wolf in the Woods

    Wolf in the Woods

    4.7
    (529 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$$

    Fantastic meal, wonderful service (from Tucker) and an adorable atmosphere- what else could you ask…read morefor! We were walk-ins, so seated at the bar but that was more than fine since we got to see all the actions as the dishes were being prepared. They recommend 4-6 dishes for 2 people. We got 5, and that felt right. We had the eggplant toast, corn soup, Brussels sprouts salad, yellowtail (our favorite) and the mushroom polenta. All delicious in their own way. What a gem of a restaurant!

    Wow. Just wow. My…read morebest friend had been raving about Wolf in the Woods for years, so she brought me here for my birthday. As two serious foodies, our expectations were high. This place exceeded every one of them. Nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood, Wolf in the Woods feels like a hidden European café you'd stumble upon while traveling. Sitting outside beneath the umbrellas with a cocktail, watching the neighborhood stroll by. It felt like a little corner cafe in Paris. Then the food arrived. Every plate was beautifully presented, but the real magic was in the creativity of the flavors. The combinations were unexpected, yet every one worked. Every dish had me wondering how on earth someone came up with these pairings in the first place. The Sweet Corn & Piñon Soup deserves a standing ovation. We literally stopped talking after the first spoonful. Rich, savory, slightly sweet, comforting and completely unexpected all at the same time. Both of our eyes rolled back in our heads. The Beef Tataki completely surprised me. The outside had a delicate seared crust, the inside cut like butter, and the citrus pairing made me rethink what flavors belong together. And the mushroom and polenta dish? The mushrooms had an incredible texture--like savory little pieces of mushroom jerky. I would have happily bought a pound of them just to snack on. Every dish felt like it was taking me somewhere I'd never been before, yet somehow felt familiar at the same time. Wolf in the Woods creates an unforgettable experience.

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    View of the entrance and small bar area (4 seats max)
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