Great place for cigars, a good whiskey and friends. Love…read morethe seating, as if you are in a living room. Whiskey and cigars for every palate and wallet. Ventilation is amazing. Service was spot on.

Once every couple of years, I crave a cigar. This is the perfect spot to shop and enjoy a cigar…read more The staff here is very knowledgable and can help you pick the flavor profile you'd like. They also serve drinks here as well. Be warned, once you go inside, you're greeted with a huge wave of smoke. Since I don't smoke often, it is a lot for me as I'm not use to it. I personally like to sit outside and enjoy my cigar there.

Walk into Grand Cathedral Cigars and you don't just enter a lounge, you step into a moment…read more A former cathedral turned cigar haven, with towering wood beams overhead, stained glass catching the light, and a layout that makes you look up... then stay awhile. It's big without feeling cold. Loud without being chaotic. The music? Think 70s and 80s, just loud enough to set the mood, but not so loud you're shouting over "Free Bird" like it's last call at a dive bar. You can actually have a conversation here. That alone is worth something. The bar is fully loaded, no shortcuts. Solid whiskey lineup, cocktails done right, and a humidor that feels like it goes on forever. Whether you know cigars or just want to look like you do, you're covered. But here's the part most places miss... The people. Staff that actually wants you there. They're dialed in, knowledgeable without being pretentious, and they treat you like a regular even if it's your first time walking through the door. And the crowd? Same vibe. Friendly, relaxed, no ego. It's not about the cigars. It's about the people. And somehow, this place gets both right

The preeminent cigar bar experience when in Tampa! Great…read moreservice and selection. Live music and an excellent location with classic cathedral interior and and outstanding outdoor space. Run don't walk to this place!

The Casa Montecristo Derby Party was a fantastic opportunity to spend time with fellow cigar…read moreenthusiasts, enjoy a delicious BBQ buffet, and watch an outstanding race. Thank you for organizing such a fun and memorable event -- great atmosphere, great company, and a wonderful evening all around!

A great place to sit back, relax and enjoy a cigar. The Tobacconist are ever intelligent in the…read morecigar field. The bartenders are fantastic.

IT'S GOOD TO BE THE KING, in Ybor City, same owner as Grand Cathedral with the same type of…read moreambience ( dark wood ). You walk in and you're greeted by the statue of Mr Fuente. Then amazed at the huge liquor selection that will pair well with your cigar selection (Kaylor), will see to that. When you walk into the humidor you have (Kale) , to greet you. He will make sure you're satisfied with your choice, or help you pick one, and give you the cut you want and torch it up for you. Then sit back in the many seats they have ( window, sidewalk, bar, or lounge) and enjoy your stick. CIAO FOR NOW

Great location and very nice selection of cigars and a fantastic bar with a extremely large…read moreselection of spirits and sports on all the TV. Also the house blends are top notch and not to miss.

We had such an incredible experience at this cigar lounge that we had to come back for a second…read morenight! From the moment we walked in the staff was very welcoming and the atmosphere was warm, and relaxing. The drinks were fantastic and well made, the best we had in the city. What really made our experience was the outstanding service, especially Maria. She was bubbly, welcoming, and genuinely kind. She made the experience top notch. Her friendly energy really elevated the entire experience. Every staff we encountered was knowledgeable and friendly, it makes you feel right at home. Between the great drinks, laid back vibe, and great music selection, it's no surprise we came back the next night. Highly recommend for all looking to relax and enjoy a night out with an elevated experience.

Sterling Cigar Lounge is a really lovely place to look over 7th Street while in my case my husband…read morehad a good cigar at a reasonable price, I enjoyed a glass of wine. Our server Gabby was great. Cigar Aficionado has given this gem the best of Ybor twice. Tim and I think Cigar Aficionado should look beyond Ybor when judging Sterling. We visited on a Monday about 5:30 so there was a steady crowd but not packed like I understand it gets. Thanks Gabby!

Ate here for the first time tonight and Union exceeded every expectation. Albert C and team are top…read moretier. From the spinach dip appetizer to the Caesar salad, rainbow roll, and vegetable fried rice, every single thing was outstanding. The food was fresh, flavorful, and one of those meals where every dish makes you say, "Okay, this might be my favorite thing I've had all night." Now, before anyone starts doing the math on that order... yes, I ate all of it. And no, I have absolutely no regrets. I even saved room for dessert. The signature sorbets were fantastic, especially the limoncello flavor, and the cheesecake was so ridiculously good it should come with a warning label. Unfortunately, I'm not one of those people who stops to photograph their food before diving in, so you'll have to take my word for it. But trust me--the presentation was as impressive as the flavors. Exceptional food, wonderful atmosphere, and a restaurant was a vibe. Union has earned a spot on my regular rotation. See you again very soon.

We visited for dinner and found the vibe to be energetic and lively. The hostess was unfortunately…read morenot very welcoming, but our server was excellent. We ordered the cheeseburger, branzino, brussel sprouts, and sea bass satay which were all wonderful and full of flavor minus the branzino. A bit more seasoning or different seasonings altogether could make this stand out. We have visited multiple times and definitely recommend their small plates especially during happy hour!

Ordered more than $6000 in cigars from them over 4 orders in two weeks... ALL handled great, fast…read moreand arrived in superb packaging which included nice store logo black bags... all boxes were sealed, and fresh. Ian in customer service was also Extremely helpful when I called with questions and readily available. I have tried other places (including Holts) but I find my experience with Cigars Direct (and their prices) to be by far the best.

I've ordered three different times and I was very happy and outright amazed about the fast delivery…read moreservice. They have a wide variety of stix and I go ham when the holiday discounts pop up.

We were at Cooper's Hawk in Tampa today and were asked to leave the premises by the manager…read morebecause one of our Chihuahuas was making too much noise. We had ordered two appetizers to share , and were finishing when she came over. We were on the outside patio , our Chihuahuas were contained in their carriers, and the only time one of them barked was when the waiter came by. We were there early at 11:30. For 15 minutes we were the only ones out there , then this elderly couple came and when they walked by us the elderly woman gave us a dirty look. Five minutes later another couple sat but further away from us. That woman seemed to be the only one with a problem. I should have asked the manager that if someone had complained about a screaming child( which usually is constant) would they have been asked to leave? I really like the food , and the service but we are contemplating whether to go there again because frankly we felt insulted! We only brought the dogs to begin with because my daughter is going on a trip and she is leaving the dogs with us. So we were exchanging them, and thought we would have lunch. The manager and the elderly couple ruined the experience for us. The manager told us that pets were not permitted but I checked in two different places , and pets are permitted on their patio. I feel they should either change their policy , or inform the manager as to what the policy is because she told us that pets were not allowed! Next time we will meet somewhere in St. Petersburg because that city is very pet friendly!

We visited for the Wine Club Kentucky Derby themed dinner. The private room was set up beautifully,…read moreand the manager Brittany and chef Sheldon were the ULTIMATE hosts. The service was top notch, and the ambiance was out of this world. To the point where we are planning to attend the themed dinners each month to see if they can continue the high bar they set this night. The star of the show was the food. O M G!! Each course and wine/drink pairing was phenomenal. The cheddar biscuit, shrimp with pimento cheese grits, that succulent pork ribeye, and bourbon ball dessert had us (figuratively) licking plates all night. 10/10 recommend you join the wine club and attend as many of these dinners as possible.

Maison has such a good selection of bourbons, scotches, and cigars if that is your jam. Staff is…read morefriendly and the owner is a mench. Great additive to the south Tampa landscape of places to grab a drink!

I am not into cigars but this bar is a favorite of mine. Very knowledgeable bartenders that know…read morehow to craft a great cocktail, great selection of spirits, and a speakeasy vibe. Great filtration for those that don't smoke (like me). Highly recommend grabbing a drink here. Bet you'll be back.

Went to World of Beer with a group of coworkers. We had a decent time. I had a Bavik Wit bier which…read morewas pretty tasty. I didn't find their list all that special with a name like World of Beer. I've been to other places with beers numbering in the hundreds. This wasn't one of them There was two table orders for appetizers. The first was the giant pretzel with beer cheese and ground mustard. Both were quite good. We also had a loaded tater tots appetizer which was fairly decent but not extraordinary. For the entree I had a Cali bowl with seared tuna which was also pretty good. Others had sliders, salad etc. No complaints really. A 3.7 rounds to 4.

We decided to visit because we saw on their website that they carried a beer we really enjoy but…read moredon't find very often. Unfortunately, when we got there, they didn't actually have it available. That said, it still seems like a decent tavern with plenty of beer options on tap as well as bottles and cans, so there's a good selection overall. The food was okay, but nothing particularly memorable. It was fine for a casual meal, but not something we'd go out of our way for. The biggest downside was the service. Our server seemed pretty disinterested in helping with our orders, which made the overall experience feel a bit underwhelming. Overall, it's an alright spot with a good beer selection, but our visit didn't quite live up to expectations.