This is NOT a cigar & Martini lounge folks! This is a mid level bar at best! Watered down martini in a PLASTIC glass! Shot glasses were PLASTIC! Barely anywhere to sit! Poor customer service! I finished my drink and left immediately. If you're looking for a lounge atmosphere this isn't the place! Go to Sterling Cigar lounge in Ybor! read more

LIT Cigar & Martini Lounge - PLASTIC MARTINI GLASSES - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Loved LIT! The atmosphere was fabulous. Friday night live music, great bar and table seating options. The cigar selection was very good. The expresso martini was on point. The service was great. A shout out to Ilara, our server, for a great experience. read more

I've been here a few times before and really enjoyed the live performances, the strong drinks the service. However, tonight we got there at 845 and they weren't open. To be running 45 mins late, not answer your phone or have someone out front to notify guests is just poor customer service and unprofessional. This was a complete let down especially since there was staff inside setting up. We will never return read more

Lit is a bar and lounge that I have been to multiple times and enjoyed. The music is great, the vibes are there and drinks are strong. That is the 2 stars that they get. Now my issue isn't with the place itself but the customer service. For my birthday I thought Lit was the perfect place to celebrate by getting a table with 8 of my good friends. Everything was great and the night went smoothly. The problem lies when I checked my receipt later in the week and realized the deposit was never subtracted from the bill. I tried calling however they don't answer the phones. Ever. So I went to Instagram which I will admit was very fast communication. I confirmed that the deposit does indeed go towards the final bill and with that told them they did not do that. I received no apology just someone on the other end telling me they will speak to the boss. Then silence. For a week I had to keep asking for updates until FINALLY they decide to send the refund via cashapp(which I had to request). So in conclusion, Lit is fine to have a good time but if you were thinking about getting a table I would think twice or make sure you check your final bill if you're sober enough to do that. read more

Good music and drinks . Great place for a night out . If you want a table prepare to pay bottle service about 350 bucks .

Very nice atmosphere. I went on a Saturday night around 10PM and it was a small crowd. There wasn't any specific event going on (I don't believe). There was live music which was great! They had the fight playing and the drinks were on point! I was able to find a seat at the bar comfortably. It wasn't overcrowded at all. It's not a large space, but there are plenty VIP styles seating if you ever go that route. The was definitely a grown and sexy crowd. I had a great time. R&B vibes! read more

This place is shallow, doesn't allow woman dressed in whatever they want, they have strict rules about what you can wear. Over priced drinks- undelivered service. read more

I've been to this establishment about 3-4 times already, and have much bad things to say! The drinks are top notch, the music is banging, and the armoahphere and overall ambiance is classy. No food is offered, but you're welcome to bring some. Theres a dress code after a certain time, but I dress to impress anyways! I always aim for their margaritas, or sangrias. You're able to mix and match margarita flavors, which is what sold me! The staff is super nice and and attentive, so were always sure to tip them well, as they always accommodate my friends and I accordingly!! I wish you were able to pick your own hookah flavors, but, nonetheless, it was just ok. I still recommend this establishment if you're looking for a classy, upscale weekend vibe! read more

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I've been to many "cigar lounges" that claim to be "upscale", but this place is filled with Wannabe Millionaires who are so stuck up that they can't see the floor with their eyes. The servers act like they don't give a damn, their drinks are overpriced & watered down, & even the "club music" is ordinary & without nuance. And, the dress code is laughable & sexist. if you dress like a "hoe", you get in & get preferential treatment. Also, they seem racist, as a group of 4 African Americans who were there before my group of 3 came in, didn't even get served until well after we received & finished our 1st round of drinks. They seemed visibly frustrated at being ignored. Listen, Tampa has like 3 or 4 of the best cigar lounges in America. This pretends to be classy DUMP sure isn't one of them. read more

I went because I wanted to vibe and have a cigar, and drinks. There was no chairs to sit at bar. Actually there was but the bartender came and told us that they needed them and we couldn't sit on them. I payed $20 per person for sh*t on a Saturday. The shots were watered down and the bartenders were too busy making selfie videos. Very unprofessional. read more

Just as every other 1star review... There is zero consistency in their dress code and their customer service is hot garbage. They need a better owner/manager or even a consultant to train their staff, particularly their security. The first night I tried to visit, I was physically stopped and pushed back because I didn't have on "proper shoes." I had on brand new perforated leather vans, clean. I don't mind a dress code but the security should not have touched me. He needs to be re-trained or fired. This is a huge liability. I identify as a woman but I don't dress as a cis gendered identified heteronormative woman. They have dress codes for women but it's lax for the men. The second time I visited (a friend convinced me to give it another chance - I was let in this time) I see men inside with shorts, t shirts, baseball caps, dirtier sneakers than me, looking a bit of a hot mess. ‍ They are discriminating and imo their whole security staff needs to be trained properly. I wouldn't be surprised if someone sued (possibly a class action lawsuit) or a customer wanted some street "justice." Personally steering clear of this place. Side note, I was told the owner was made aware of my experience the first night I visited but zero outreach, zero apology, zero solution. As a woman owned business, not providing a safe space for all, especially womxn, I'm deeply disappointed. read more

The vibe here is cool. But the cigars are grossly over priced. But I guess that's the lounge price? Idk.

Let's start with their ridiculous dress code. It's fine to endorse a dress code to be sure your getting a good clientele but to literally be more of a club scene with a door girl dressed like a stripper, club music playing and the place looks more like a bar then a sophisticated club just doesn't work. If you have older women dressed but not wearing high heels thats when a dress code doesn't work. I've been a member of the macanudo club in New York City and private cigar clubs in CT for years and NEVER saw anything like this place in the way they acted. They certainly aren't even close to the level of real cigar lounges. It's just ghetto meets cigars. read more

I was told I needed heels to enter despite my entire outfit being traditional "feminine". What?! In what day and age? Considering the fact my boyfriend would've been able to get in with sneakers and a flannel shirt. Security (also barely dressed to for anyone to truly take notice on a good day) told me to read the dress code. I'm not sure what I was violating but lesson learned. 10 of 10 don't recommend if you visit Tampa. We ended up Going to Gin joint down the block. The hostess accepted with open arms and after I questioned my dress all staff were completely confused on why I was turned away. Not the place for any woman in my opinion. Not in tune with the times. For the record, I had on flats. read more

LIT offers a unique environment including but not limited to two cash bars, a hookah concierge, and personalized service by professional servers like Bri and Lissandra. Ask for them by name, because their brand of service gives us all hope for a fantastic lounge experience. read more

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Went on Thursday which happened to be R&B night. Nice crowd! Music was amazing. Hookah was on point. I'll have to try another night here.

Not the biggest night life guy but many of our team visiting the area wanted to blow off some steam so we ended up a Lit. Music was diverse and enjoyable and after a couple of martinis and a Padron 1964 cigar I had had enough night life for one night. read more

This place allows men to come in dressed in sweatpants, sneakers and a cap, but won't let woman in if they don't have a tight dress and heels on. That's ridiculous. A woman owned business that requires women to be objectified and half naked but won't require a men's dress code. No thank you! It's sexist and wrong. Fuck this place, I won't go back! read more

This place is extremely overpriced, I was charged $14 for a lemon drop shot as well as $70 for a hookah. Idk what is up but their prices should be more reasonable read more

Thursday night atmosphere was very nice and chill! The drinks were tasty and strong. Cassie's customer service and willingness to help was amazing, she was very informative and personable. Definitely a birthday to remember. The overall vibe was "LIT" read more

I came during live entertainment and one of my shoes broke. After paying $10 to enter club to hear the band they asked me to leave for dancing shoeless near my stool by bar. Let's be clear, this is not upscale club. I was able to get shoes however after spending nearly $60 at this bar this is an act of war. Do not recommend. They are low scale bar that identifies as hot scene. Not!!!! read more

Great vibe music was on point bartender was quick and accurate hookah was awesome. Will be going again

LIT offers a unique environment including but not limited to two cash bars, a hookah concierge, and personalized service by professional servers like Bri and Lissandra. Ask for them by name because their brand of service gives us all hope for a fantastic lounge experience. read more

Patted down like a criminal to boot. Like this was a club in the hood when the location is suppose to be upscale downtown. Website said doors and pricing was one thing, but found out couples pay an up charge from $20 a couple to $50 a couple for disco music after 11:00pm. No live music. Makes no sense to me. Six nonchalant girls at the front door and not one was warm and inviting. Couldn't find seating except 4 empty VIP sections booked up. Only 25 people in the whole damn place with 15 servers lounging and trying to look busy. Made no sense to charge extra for a no name DJ as our entertainment. This DJ talked through every song. Got heckled over and over for constantly stopping the music. Never seen a DJ heckled. Crazy. The DJ stopped the music to explain why he kept stopping the music. WTH. Had to plead with one of the mangers to get us chairs. They had the space, but kept removing these uncomfortable metal chairs. Why? Asked us to get out the chairs after we got the chairs. Can't make this up people. Again, their business to patron policy makes no sense. I'll pay real good money for a good relaxing environment and good entertainment where I feel respected and my presence is appreciated. If my experience is the opposite anything over $5 is too much. Overpriced cover charge overpriced drinks. Overpriced dried out cigars. No control temp on cigars. Not a true cigar bar despite the name. Sometime service by the bartenders. Standard recipe for a failed club in Tampa. In my 30 years in this town LIT will soon be added to the list of clubs that went away. Either soon or later they will be gone. Change your service or get canceled. Gave this 2 stars instead of 1, because it use to be nicer. It's a sympathy star. read more

The bar setup was nice, reminds me of Jazz House. The band was the reason I drove from Springhill.The dress code is interesting to say the least Ladies were dressed and the guys were in street wear? The kicker was a waitress ask my friend and I to GET UP and give her 2 male regular customers or seats‍ The look on my face thinking a female asked me for my seat so a male could sit ok cool so you all have reserved seating at the bar, her reply no but they tip $50 each when they come? My reply cool but you never saw me a day in your life and I have a open tab right now and your asking me to stand ‍ Make it make sense when it comes to your coins? You closed a tab for 3 ladies w/drinks and sticks for 2 guys....... No Parking No Place to sit if your not there when the doors open read more

I had to come back under a different username since my last review was moved or somehow not viewable for all to read. as previously stated, the dress code for women should be whatever makes one feel sexy and fun and confident. When I came to this establishment I was communicated since my attire wasn't of a club attire and mainly because I wasn't wearing heels, I couldn't be allowed entry. Nice to know that at this place there is a dress code for women. Men, come in sweatpants and joggers. Women must come with heels and club attire. Gave me sexist vibes. read more

I expected to enjoy my time with my friends At this place. I didn't know that my attire would be picked on more than my male friends. My male friends were dressed to enjoy a casual day while I was told that since I didn't have heals and pretty much club attire that I was not allowed. I didn't know I had to wear heels and booty shorts to enjoy a night Out. Very much sexist vibes read more

Had a terrible experience at this lounge. There is a dress code for women, in which we are expected to wear heels and short/ tight revealing clothing in order to be let in. I felt uncomfortable and did not enjoy having to conform to this standard just to come into the lounge, it made me feel very Uncomfortable. It is unfortunate that business owned by women has to have sexist undertones such as this and I do not wish other women to have to be subject to such nonsense and misogyny. I will not be returning here and others shouldn't either until they make a point to away with their sexist ways. read more

This place is sexist. I love beautiful women, but to have a dress code for women but no dress code for men, when it's a woman owned business, is just ridiculous. It's unrealistic to expect women to show up in heels everywhere, but then to have no expectations for how men dress is just unfair! Women's comfort matters, I'm here for a good time, not a long time, and I want my women comfortable and welcome! This place doesn't do that.... read more

Bouncer turned us away because of our shoes without exceptions. Two couples with money to spend, after we spent $60 on valet. We are business owners ourselves and we were surprised to be greeted with the automatic turn away especially during covid trying to support other businesses. We're new locals from Miami and wasn't a great experience. If I can offer any advice, read your audience/ guests better.. read more

Sasha is the best!!! She makes me feel like home. My first time coming here and she showed great hospitality! Very attentive. One love

This place is sexist! They won't allow beautiful women in without heels, but men get to wear whatever they want. I'm sorry, a woman owned bar should allow any woman in, no matter what they have on, the fact that there's a female dress code and not one for men is just wrong. I won't go back. read more

I have found my new grown and sexy spot here at Lit Cigar & Martini Lounge. Staff are always professional and welcoming. Thanks to Brianna G. who always look after us. See you guys soon! read more

Made for a great date night with my husband. The servers were attentive, the drinks were great and the cigar selection was ok.

I had exceptional customer service and a great time! Cassie was very attentive and warm. Eric did a great job as well. I'll be coming back.