Cigars international is my new favorite spot for relaxing and unwinding. The staff in the humidor are always informative and eager to transfer their wealth of knowledge to an entry level cigar smoker as myself. They have a wide selection of cigar's available, as well as different alcoholic beverages. The lounge itself has an array of seating options to match whatever vibe you're feeling. Overall, I will be back again. read more

Had a great time enjoying a cigar and a couple cocktails. The staff helped me pick out a great cigar, just what I was looking for. Our waitress kept drinks coming and the Bulleit Rye Old Fashioned was great. Plenty of seating inside and out. We sat outside to enjoy the nice evening spring weather. They had a food truck if you were interested in food and overall it was a nice way to cap off the week. read more

Cigars International - Bulleit Rye Old Fashioned & ADVentura the Royal Return Queen's Pearls Cigar - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Lutz, Florida

I had a really disappointing experience with one of the bartenders during my visit. I believe her name is Ivy. My group waited at the bar for quite a while without being acknowledged, even though the bartender clearly saw us. She seemed much more focused on flirting and chatting with one particular customer than actually serving the rest of the bar. It's frustrating when you're ready to order and willing to spend money, but can't get basic service or even a quick "I'll be right with you." I understand bars can get busy, but ignoring other guests while giving all your attention to one person is unprofessional. Hopefully management addresses this because the service we received definitely didn't match the atmosphere the place tries to promote. read more

Great place to have a cigar if you are north of Tampa off I-75. I love having the AC on inside, but the sides of the building open to the outside. It creates great airflow and zero smoky feeling. Extensive selection of cigars inside with knowledgeable staff. Many options for beers on tap or drinks. Comfortable seating. What more could you want! read more

I've been going here since they opened. I used to go weekly and service was amazing. Same servers every week and they would make my drink as soon as I walked in the door. I've been going sporadically since service has declined. In my last three visits nobody ever asked if I wanted a drink. I spent an hour smoking a cigar and left. Servers hung out at the bar chatting and prepping garnishes. No reason for me to go here anymore. read more

Great venue,good bartenders but cigars are even more expensive than the labels on the shelves, upwards to $2 per cigar when they ring you up,be advised!!! When questioned,they say,"Oh yeah,all the prices were increased, company wide!!" But apparently, they just don't have the staff/time to change all the price tags on all the cigars!!! read more

Awful service, extremely uncomfortable with my experience involving one of the girls that work there. After a normal interaction i received unsolicited and inappropriate pictures from her. This crossed a serious boundary. Going out for a drink should be respectful these girls harass you with drinks for tips. Management should be aware of this and remove this girl immediately before you get sued for workers harassing clients. read more

Whoa ... impressive cigar selections! Spacious & clean . Bright & comfy... indoor & outdoor seating available. Good service / has food & good drinks. Can even be a good date night spot too. Overall recommend... you'll enjoy it here / even if you don't smoke ... because I don't smoke @ all read more

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An incredible oasis inside the madness of an outlet mall. It has open spaces that connect with the main hall and this affects ventilation. Belford this reason, it could use a better exhaust system read more

Well, the general manager with the Harvard MBA (just kidding) came up with a great policy just before the holidays and they can't figure out why their holiday get together and parties were decreased or completely canceled. Well, let me let you in a secret. Right before the holiday Jose Junior, the genius general manager, decided that on the patio nobody could smoke a cigar anymore. Interesting enough many people who are married to cigar smokers smoke cigarettes so they canceled their parties and went to places like JR Outlet or any of the other great lounges for their parties as they wanted to enjoy themselves and celebrate. The amazing thing is that a location owned by $1 billion company can't figure out why their sales are in the toilet. Maybe they should ask the people who go there or used to go there. A trip to JR Outlet where 80% of the people there were patrons of Cigars Intl would be able to tell them. read more

Great time and drinks were superb. Amazing ambience and it a perfect spot to bring friends when they fly in.

If your in the area this place is definitely worth checking out. Humidor staff is very knowledgeable and give great recommendations. Cassie at the bar makes a great drink and is always super kind! We love the easygoing vibe over here! read more

Super chill vibe. Staff very courteous, drinks were great and reasonably priced. There's not many places where you can smoke a stogie and have a drink and I'm thankful they're here! read more

Bartenders are unorganized and over look customers during weekend service. Definitely not like the brandon CI

Totally worth visiting. Great pricing and service. Got good discount when buying cigars

Nice spot to kick back smoke and have a drink! Staff is friendly and they have outdoor seating with a fireplace too!

Good selection of smokes! Appreciate the EMS discount! Didn't try the cigar-friendly lounge, maybe next time.

Love this place, great prices on cigars and excellent customer service. Bartenders are always friendly as well as the humidor staff.

I had high hopes for this place. My family gave me rave reviews about how great this place was. This couldn't be further from the truth. The customer service was absolutely terrible. I spent over $200 and the bald guy "helping" me, decided he didn't feel like closing up my zipper bag. Had I not noticed, I would've had $100 worth of cigars dried out by the time I got home. I will not be returning to cigars international. Take my advice and go to your local tobacco shop. You will experience much better service. This place sucks! read more

If you want the best selection of cigars then this place has it all!! A great humidor, bar with lots of TV's outside patio and awesome staff from the inside humidor crew to the outside crew!! Love this place!! read more

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This is a great place to relax and have a smoke. Despite what the few negative comments below say, the staff is great. I read several of the comments from folks who gave it 1-2 stars... they comments are Hilarious. These people complaining over the PETTIEST things. "The bald guy didn't take the time to seal my cigar bag" " the fireplace wasn't lit" "I had to go to the bar to order a drink"... lol, get a life ! read more

Stopped through to grab a few sticks and almost walked out with the whole shop...great humidor and priced right with a wide selection. The employee behind the counter was friendly and knew exactly what I was looking for. read more

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I was so stoked to hear that this place was opening up near us. Life has been made much easier and travel time cut down. The environment is relaxing allowing one to enjoy a fine stogie. What a great selection to choose from and excellent customer service from entire staff. I've been here at least once a month for the last year and have had a similar experience each time with no complaints. All of our family and friends that visit absolutely enjoy and always ask to stop in when they are in town. Highly recommend for those who are cigar connoisseurs or those who just would like to sample a fine stick. read more

Ok Now. New spot! Good drinks. Good selection and great service. Inside and outside with fire pit options. Televisions to watch the games. Plenty of parking.only suggestion more televisions on the patio read more

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Here is to another reason why I don't miss living down town tampa. I am 5 mins from Cigars international. Its a very grown up vibe and super casual. Always a relaxing time when we come. The cigar option is endless if your a cigar, im just here for the drinks and good time with my friends just like the Davidoff Days. I love it here. read more

Friday night, about 9pm. Nice crowd, not packed but about 3/4 full. Bought an Oliva Serie V Melanio and sat outside for the first time. Last week for the first time, I sat at the bar. This time outside, the first thing I noticed was the fire pit was not lit. Ok, no biggie. It is Florida after all. As I sat smoking my cigar, I waited for someone to come take my drink order. And, I waited... And, I waited.... And, I WAITED. After about 3/4 of the cigar, it became very clear I was not going to get any help. So, I did what any disillusioned patron would do. I left. I had thought of making CI Lutz a weekly venture. I do go every Sunday and buy 4-6 cigars and go back home , but I really wanted to try the lounge. So, as I said last Friday was my 1st time and got good service. This time, none. My friends, I can stay at home and get the same service. I'm quite reluctant to go back and experience the same disappointment. read more

Not much of a smoker except for special occasions. Figured the birth of my first born was an acceptable occasion and since we were in the area we stopped in. I'm used to most places not carrying my favorite smoke so I Called ahead to check if they carried Drew estates Acid ONE, which they did. Staff checked to verify they had an open box as well as several sealed. Nice atmosphere and fair prices. They even had a Gurkha I haven't been able to track down for several years! I've already recommended this location to my father and would recommend to anyone looking for a go to spot to purchase and or lounge and enjoy their sticks. read more

Cigars International - Liquid Acid, Acid ONE. - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Lutz, Florida

Awesome and well priced selection of cigars (of course)! The facility is well laid out, clean & comfortable. Air system does a great job in keeping the air fresh. Sales staff was great and the bartender was awesome. read more

Cigars International - a smiley face on the wall - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Lutz, Florida

Relaxing casual feel. Tons is seating. Incredible selection. Full bar. Great service. If you're in the area, definitely the place to relax and enjoy a cigar and drink. read more

Nice cozy spot to have a drink and or cigar. Plenty of options. Will go again soon. Love the cigar and beer pairings.

Phenomenal atmosphere and cigars. This place is amazing to relax at and the service is always superb.

This place is just what we needed in the Chaps. Great selection of cigars and affordable drinks. Went with a group of friends and they have plenty of seating indoor and out with good ventilation for the cigar smoke. Bartenders were fun and made great selections. read more

Buy cigars and leave! The staff in the humidor is outstanding but the bar staff is about as bad as it get. The cigar deals are hard to beat but this is not a place to spend time after you leave the humidor. 9:30 on a Friday and the place was slow. We waited 30 minutes before a server approached us. They got my drink order wrong and never came back around even when the rest of my party had empty glasses. Ownership should take note before this place goes under. read more

#CINationExperience This is the coolest store. Great humidor , friendly helpful staff. Really nice indoor area. Even better grab a drink at the bar and sit out by the fireplace for a smoke. Even my wife likes hanging with me for a smoke and a glass of wine. Prices are fair and have a good selection of their catalogue. The store is surrounded by great restaurants. So dinner out come by have a cocktail and a stick for the evening. A perfect night out. read more

Grown & Mature atmosphere. Love the staff. Always pleasant and professional. Very clean restrooms as well as the lounge area.

So. , i wanted to make this place a that i could call my own but after interacting with the store staff,, i will not return here !!! Davidoff 1911 is a much better experience and the staff is top notch!! Avoid this establishment and treat yourself to a establishment that deserves your business read more

I purchased a few cigars for the weekend, they were stale and peeling. I returned the rest with receipt; received an attitude from supervisor. Last time. read more

So my husband and I spend thousands of dollars a year with CI and we're excited to see a lounge opening in our area. Well the cigars are great but the customer service is the absolute WORST SERVICE I HAVE EVER HAD IN LIFE! We went two days in a row & the waitress literally kept walking right past us as if we are not sitting there! Our supposed to be waitresses are all WAY too busy flirting with the 6 male customers & sitting around and not working to provide any service whatsoever! Bartender/supposed to be waitress Jessica is rude and exceptionally inattentive! We were not even offered glass of water and were COMPLETELY self serve fetching our own drinks from the bar both nights we went. It was not until the end of the 2nd night someone named Tina (whom I complained to) FINALLY offered us anything! It was then, that we finally got some customer service. This is a nice place but will quickly go downhill if they don't tighten up ship! read more

Got a beautiful Acid Arte from CI for a great price! Love the ease of getting products from CI, plus customer service is always awesome to deal with and get my shipment in just a few days! #CINationExperience!!! read more