Visited for the first time during their monthly "customer appreciation event". The total experience…read morewas perfect. Ownership made themselves available amongst all present while sitting, smoking and talking with all as well as serving whoever needed anything. The staff goes above and beyond to ensure every patron is fully informed, happy and receives the best service. Of course the main reason all visit are for their premium cigars. Unlike most cigar shops they don't rely on liquor, other consumables and merchandise to make cigars the "add on" rather than the Star as these sticks blended by ownership and handmade in Nicaragua should be. While the quality is premium the cost is not and that's another thing lost in the "Cigar Add On" lounges. If you're in Ybor or just want a tremendous cigar in a Real "Cigar Shop(like the old time")go to Tabanero and experience it all. You will surely be bringing some home with you after smoking such premium blends so make room in the humidor or just get another one LOL.

I love checking out new coffee spots even though I'm not the biggest coffee drinker. I've passed by…read morethis place about 100 times & never been inside! I decided to stop in on a morning walk. There was a couple people ahead of us and a lot of people that ended up coming in behind us. The two staffers were nice. One of them came around to assist us as we were waiting & just let us know that someone should be with us quickly. I was recommended the Cortido which was really good. Maybe one day i will come back and grab a cigar with coffee.

My go to cigar store when in the area. Today I decided to have a nice cup of Con Leche. The young…read morelady working the bar is an absolute doll, makes an amazing coffee and is so welcoming when you come in to the store.

I enjoyed my experience here. I stopped here for a cigar smoke during a Saturday evening stroll in…read moreYbor, the hostess Melissa was fantastic. The lounge is very comfortable, cigars are very reasonably priced, and they have a nice coffee bar. Melissa was very friendly and attentive. Great vibe at this lounge.

Keep coming back to this place during our cigar weekend in Ybor City. Great cigar and drink…read moreselections, very friendly staff.

Fun experience- this was recommended as the go to cigar experience by a few locals we spoke with…read more I appreciated personally the comment and experience of a heavy female run staff made the experience more comfortable especially since we had no clue really what we were doing having only been to a cigar lounge in our hometown once before! The shop part is separate and they were helpful with picking out a cigar for us. Note they only serve drinks and no outside food is allowed in- we ordered cocktails but they also have a full coffee and tea menu. We picked a set of comfy seats that had a view of the street it was fun to just sit and kind of people watch! They also have nice filtration system going on inside if you're worried about it being smoky otherwise there is outdoor seating as well. I would definitely recommend this as a stop for those looking for a Tampa cigar bar experience.

place is a scam they sold me none working vape product didn't want to exchange or refund me my…read moremoney tried to get me to rebuying another properly working vape for 20 more dollars total scam highway robbery and I will continue to alert others about this place

Bought a juice that I normally buy. Made me cough non stop. IDK why,maybe it was old. Couldn't get…read morea refund. Don't shop here

Was in Tampa and picked up a few things from here. Good prices and selection, and super responsive…read moreby phone with questions. Thanks!

Very helpful and friendly folks had what I needed not the juice I had but made a good…read morerecommendation CANT wait to try

Had a wonderful experience at La Faraona. The place was empty around the time I arrived, so I got…read moreto really take in the great homey decor, and the overall vibe. The guy who helped me out was very friendly and informative. Helped me pick a sweet, but spicy cigar from their own brand (very good cigar), and then served me a delicious Cortado coffee. Love that cigars were being rolled right at the front. Already planning my next visit.

Ok, I know we decided on La Faraona Cigars to grab some hand rolled ones for the men in our lives…read more Yet looking at the pictures from the other reviews, I must be going crazy or they completely remodeled in the past month. yes I see two locations, but they are only showing one in any of the pictures No matter, I just know the cigars are going to be perfect. Truly our bartender was correct when he said he made the best Mojitos in Ybor City!! Well either way, a great experience for some ladies on a short girls trip!

A very pleasant visit for the first time. I came away impressed with the many choices in fine…read morecigars. I plan on returning in a few days to buy more from the many choices. The service could not have been better. I was totally satisfied, and the cigars were fresh and real joy to smoke.

Decent selection of Fuentes *****EXPECT TO PAY $ 25-30 $…read moredollars more per cigar for some Fuentes cigars then what you would pay down the street..

My favorite cigar store of all time. They always package their shipments very well, and arrive…read morewithin a few days. They have excellent customer service and it truly feels like you are buying from a family business. It just happens that this family makes my favorite brand of cigars. Arturo Fuente Jr sent me a hand written note before, and he even called me on the phone once when I had a problem with an order that wasn't even their fault, and was far beyond their control. I can't wait to order from them again. I am so grateful for this place. I truly appreciate this store and will continue to recommend it to my cigar buddies old and new

I ordered a cigar sampler and received a hand written thank you note with the package. It meant a…read morelot to me. So much that I called and thanked them!!!

An excellent experience to learn the history and craftsmanship that goes into making great cigars…read more Hospitality: J.C. Newman's staff is very friendly and receptive to all of your questions about cigars and cigar manufacturing. It does get busy during the daily tours, but the staff makes an effort to give everyone personalized attention and service. It is apparent that people enjoy working for the J.C. Newman company and sharing their experiences with others. The tour is a very generous experience. You will be fascinated and will not be disappointed. Service: From answering the phone, to leading the cigar factory tours, and selecting the right cigar for your occasion, the staff at J.C. Newman shares their thorough knowledge and passion for cigar making. Housekeeping: The entire plant, the museum, the cigar shop, and the restrooms are very well maintained. It is quite exceptional for an active production site to be this tidy. Having the daily tours encourages extraordinary housekeeping since cigars could be considered food grade items. Atmosphere: If you love cigars, this is the place for you. You'll enjoy the aromas of the tobacco aging process. You'll get a hands-on experience of the tobacco leaves that go into the production of the cigars. From the cigar production lines in the main production area to the hand rolling stations on the third floor, you'll gain an appreciation for the different grades and price points of fine cigars. The beautifully maintained historical building has unique architecture that is designed for cigar manufacture. If you are the type of person who goes into a cigar lounge and complains about the smoke, well... , there are many other places in Tampa that would be better suited for you. Conclusion: You have to experience this tour to truly appreciate cigars. Anyone who enjoys history will be fascinated by the various displays and the technology that goes into producing fine cigars. J.C. Newman is very generous, and you will be well rewarded for the modest ticket price for the tour. Cigar 101 and Cigar Rolling experiences are also available. I did not avail myself of these experiences during my visit, but would love to return and learn even more about the great cigars that we all enjoy. A hotel and cigar lounge are being built across the street from the cigar company. One of my regrets is that there was no cigar lounge inside the factory to relax and enjoy a J.C. Newman cigar in the Tampa, Florida ambiance. It would seem to be the best way to end the tour in a cigar lounge to taste the various cigars and chat with the staff. Once the cigar lounge is available across the street, customers will be able to enjoy their cigars after the tour. Other cigar manufacturing sites that I've read about show employees smoking cigars on site while working. While the U.S. does have smoking bans against smoking in businesses, it still looks very cool to smoke cigars while making cigars. It just does. It seems like the other countries that manufacture cigars all do this. Cigar culture is different. It's all about relaxing, enjoying high quality cigars, and making friends. J.C. Newman is a great introduction into the world of cigars even if you don't currently enjoy cigars. I noted that many guests were eager to try the cigars for the first time after the tour.

Came here for an event meeting. What a cool space! Possibly a Great place to host a Yelp event!!!…read more We did the tour and learned SO much! They are making America's '250' cigar here and it's what all the Elite people of the country will be smoking! I grabbed a bunch for myself to enjoy on Forth of July! Did some damage in their store by buying everything! The staff feels like family and they treat you like it. Will be back again soon!

Popped in to Hot Wax but briefly last night. I didn't get a chance to do more than just peruse…read morewhile my friend was on a call out side. The store is beautiful, well lit and kept very clean. The staff seems friendly and knowledgable. I love that there's a glass blower right there making pipes right in front of you. That's so neat.

I would highly NEVER recommend this establishment. This one employee, skinny guy with piercings and…read morea very snippy demeanor, was extremely rude to me and my friends while we were purchasing vape bars. My friend asked the employee if the vape bar was fake (only due to suspicious label packaging) and he threatened to call the police if he would not leave. I should ALSO mention that.. whilst he was threatening one of my friends, he was also preventing my girlfriend from even continuing her transaction just because he was upset with the fact he got asked if his products were fake. 1/10 overall experience and I would NOT waste your time here. To whomever owns this establishment-- As a small business owner myself, I would highly recommend taking prompt action with the employee before he makes your business lose out on future clientele.