NYC Lounges

Where New York Smokes

The city's finest cigar lounges — reviewed, ranked, and ready for your next session.

New York City has more world-class cigar lounges per square mile than anywhere else in the country. From Midtown institutions with decades of history to intimate neighborhood rooms that reward the curious, this is the definitive directory.

Upper East Side

Club Macanudo

Four floors of mahogany, leather, and old-money ease. The city's most storied cigar lounge — a landmark since 1995. The ground floor bar draws a convivial after-work crowd; the upper floors offer quieter, more contemplative rooms. The rooftop terrace is one of the finest outdoor smoking spaces in Manhattan.

Address

26 E 63rd St, New York, NY 10065

Hours

Mon–Thu 4pm–12am · Fri 4pm–1am · Sat 2pm–1am · Sun 2pm–11pm

Drinks

Full bar with an impressive single malt Scotch program. The house old fashioned is a reliable companion. Champagne by the glass for celebratory occasions.

Policy

Walk-in welcome. No membership required. Locker rentals available for regulars.

Cigar Selection

An exceptional walk-in humidor stocked with over 150 selections — strong on Macanudo and General Cigar brands, but with a well-curated range of Cubans and boutique Nicaraguans. Knowledgeable staff who will guide without condescending.

Midtown, Carnegie Hall Tower

Grand Havana Room

Perched on the 39th floor of Carnegie Hall Tower with panoramic views of Central Park and Midtown, the Grand Havana Room is the most exclusive cigar lounge in New York. The interiors are opulent — dark wood, deep leather, and the kind of quiet that money buys. This is where deals are made and milestones are marked.

Address

666 5th Ave, 39th Floor, New York, NY 10103

Hours

Mon–Fri 12pm–12am · Sat 2pm–12am · Sun Closed

Drinks

A full-service restaurant and bar with an award-winning wine list. The cocktail program is serious. Private dining rooms available for events.

Policy

Members only. Annual membership required. Guest privileges available with a member escort. Inquire directly for membership rates.

Cigar Selection

One of the finest humidor selections in the country, with an emphasis on aged Cubans and rare limited editions. The staff are among the most knowledgeable in the city. Expect to find cigars here that you will not find anywhere else.

Midtown East

Davidoff of Geneva — Madison Avenue

The flagship New York outpost of the legendary Swiss tobacconist. The lounge area is refined and unhurried — a place to smoke a single cigar with full attention. The aesthetic is Swiss precision meeting Manhattan polish: clean lines, warm lighting, and an atmosphere of quiet authority.

Address

535 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10022

Hours

Mon–Fri 9am–7pm · Sat 10am–6pm · Sun 12pm–5pm

Drinks

Complimentary espresso and still water. No full bar — this is a tobacconist first. A short walk to any number of excellent bars on Madison.

Policy

Walk-in welcome. No membership required. Humidor locker service available.

Cigar Selection

The deepest Davidoff selection in the city, including the full Davidoff, Avo, Camacho, and Griffin's ranges. The walk-in humidor is impeccably maintained. Staff are trained in Geneva and know the product intimately.

Midtown West / Hell's Kitchen

Circa Cigars

A younger, more relaxed alternative to the old-guard Midtown lounges. Circa has cultivated a loyal following among enthusiasts who want serious cigars without the formality. The space is comfortable and well-lit, with a communal energy that encourages conversation between strangers.

Address

315 W 57th St, New York, NY 10019

Hours

Mon–Thu 11am–10pm · Fri–Sat 11am–11pm · Sun 12pm–8pm

Drinks

BYOB policy — bring your own bottle and they will provide the glasses. A small selection of craft beers available on-site.

Policy

Walk-in welcome. No membership required. BYOB encouraged.

Cigar Selection

A thoughtfully curated selection with a strong emphasis on boutique and small-batch producers — Crowned Heads, Dunbarton, Warped, and Liga Privada feature prominently. Staff are genuine enthusiasts who smoke what they sell.

Midtown West

De La Concha Tobacconist

A Midtown institution since 1969. De La Concha is the working tobacconist's tobacconist — no pretension, no velvet ropes, just an extraordinary selection and a staff that has forgotten more about cigars than most enthusiasts will ever know. The lounge area is modest but comfortable, and the regulars are among the most knowledgeable in the city.

Address

1390 6th Ave, New York, NY 10019

Hours

Mon–Fri 8am–8pm · Sat 9am–7pm · Sun 10am–6pm

Drinks

No bar. Coffee available. The focus is entirely on tobacco.

Policy

Walk-in welcome. No membership required. One of the few remaining shops with an on-site roller.

Cigar Selection

One of the broadest selections in New York, with particular depth in Cuban and Dominican cigars. The house-rolled cigars — made on-site by a master roller — are a must-try. Prices are fair and the staff will never upsell you.

Midtown East / Murray Hill

Nat Sherman Townhouse

The Nat Sherman Townhouse is a New York institution — a five-story townhouse dedicated entirely to tobacco, with a lounge on the upper floors that feels like stepping into a private club. The atmosphere is serious and respectful, with a clientele that ranges from first-time buyers to lifelong collectors.

Address

12 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017

Hours

Mon–Fri 9am–7pm · Sat 10am–6pm · Sun Closed

Drinks

Complimentary coffee and water in the lounge. No full bar.

Policy

Walk-in welcome. No membership required. Private events and corporate gifting available.

Cigar Selection

The full Nat Sherman range alongside a carefully chosen selection of premium brands. The private label cigars — made exclusively for the Townhouse — are among the best values in the city. The humidor is one of the largest in Manhattan.

Midtown West

The Carnegie Club

Technically a supper club and jazz venue, the Carnegie Club is also one of the finest places in New York to smoke a cigar. The Art Deco interiors are magnificent — soaring ceilings, dark wood, and the sound of live jazz most evenings. Smoking is permitted throughout, and the combination of live music, excellent food, and a fine cigar is hard to beat anywhere in the city.

Address

156 W 56th St, New York, NY 10019

Hours

Mon–Thu 11:30am–1am · Fri–Sat 11:30am–2am · Sun 11:30am–12am

Drinks

Full-service bar and restaurant. The cocktail program is strong, and the wine list is well-chosen. Live jazz most evenings from 7pm.

Policy

Walk-in welcome for bar and lounge seating. Reservations recommended for dinner. No membership required.

Cigar Selection

A curated selection of premium cigars available at the bar, with an emphasis on accessible crowd-pleasers alongside a handful of serious selections. Not a specialist tobacconist, but the quality is reliable.

Upper East Side / Yorkville

Cigar Inn

The Cigar Inn is the neighborhood cigar shop done right — unpretentious, welcoming, and stocked with a selection that punches well above its modest footprint. The lounge area is small but comfortable, with a loyal local following that makes it feel more like a club than a retail shop. A genuine community space.

Address

1931 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10029

Hours

Mon–Thu 10am–10pm · Fri–Sat 10am–11pm · Sun 11am–9pm

Drinks

BYOB. A small refrigerator with soft drinks and water.

Policy

Walk-in welcome. No membership required. Locker service available for regulars.

Cigar Selection

A well-edited selection of 200+ cigars with particular strength in Honduran and Dominican brands. The staff know their regulars and their preferences. Competitive pricing and frequent new arrivals.

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