There are very few places left in the world where you can smoke cigars indoors while eating lunch. The food here is very mediocre ... and expensive! You do get a free cigar (which is actually a pretty nice, brand name stick in most cases) with your meal, which I am sure goes with the cost. Before the world went utterly insane with inflation ... It used to be one of the best deals ever. The food was $12.95 plus the free cigar! Now, it's more like $23 per sandwich. Owch. The best value was the cheese plate, which at $15 was huge and included fruit. Now, that cheese platter is actually smaller than it used to be and costs $44! The decor is pretty cool ... dark and moody ... but there are a couple TVs with sports playing and high ceilings. The air purification makes it smell a lot less like cigar smoke than it used to ... but know that whatever clothes you wear here will likely need a dry cleaning after. The waitresses have been here forever ... and there are a lot of regulars. Imagine what a guy would look like that would want to smoke a cigar while eating and that's exactly what you will find here as a customer. Fake Sopramos accent ... beefy ... loud ... gold chain ... It's a 'bro crowd' for sure with some flashy investment banker types mixed in. Lots of Hummers and G-Wagons in the parking lot. I would recommend this place to anyone who loves cigars. The food is edible and in some cases even good. But nothing amazing. I've had the corned beef sandwich ... don't expect NYC deli quality ... the flatbread (Trader Joe's is just as good) ... and the Cuban sandwich. All okay. The Cuban left me hungry. You can also eat at the bar and peruse their extensive whiskey and beer menu. The drinks are pricey, so a sandwich, a beer ... and I guess you could count the free cigar ... come to around $40, after tip. read more

Thank you for the Soprano's meet and greet. Everyone was pleasant and gracious. Especially Kayla, she was attentive, friendly, and the utmost professional. read more

The only good thing about this place is the humidor went to celebrate my friends 60th and all the seats had signs on them about not moving the furniture! We sat in a corner that they charge us $25 to sit because now sections are roped off. We honestly don't mind spending money, but the food here is terrible and the so called updated ventilation system sucks! read more

This is my spot! The staff is very friendly and professional and on hand to answer and questions. I usually come here to stock up since it's a little bit of a travel. Once I stock up and quality cigars I always sit down in the lounge area and smoke one with a cup of coffee. The service in the lounge is great. The place is clean and the music is great. They have five flat screen televisions and plenty of seating. There is also another room. The restrooms are clean and there is plenty of parking. If you have not checked out this place yet, you really should. read more

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The biggest Humidor I've ever stepped into. You can enjoy a cigar with anything you would like to drink. They have an excellent selection of wines, whiskeys and bourbon. They also serve nice looking tapas to eat. The service is efficient and friendly. Come ready to spend, because although you can buy single cigars you will want to buy plenty more. They also had selections like the West Tampa Cigars, you will find hard hard to buy anywhere else. The lounge has plenty of seating, so don't come in a rush, you will want to relax and enjoy at least one cigar. Highly recommend the trip. read more

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The experience has gone downhill since a manager took over who has a very distinct style. He essentially treats his customers like children with rules that are very unfriendly. Do not try to move furniture 1 inch in either direction or you will be told to move it back. Even if you can't hear your friends talking. There are limits on the amount of time you can spend there when busy. he'll explain to you his vision for the future of the business which is out of touch for what his competition offers and simply is not customer service oriented. The food is mediocre at best. The wait staff is friendly as long as you are buying otherwise they will turn right away from you as if you don't exist. I enjoyed going very much for years until the last two or so. it is unfortunate because the is magnificent and it's a nice place to want to have a cigar until you have the manager lurking about looking for trouble. read more

Awesome selection with great service. Unless you get that one grumpy guy. comfortable to just chill and relax read more

I went this past weekend for the first time and really loved the place. My buddy and I ate before indulging in cigars. The Cuban sandwich was good. As were our godfather cocktails. They gave us a free cigar along with the meal. A nice touch. The large humidor room was impressive with more cigar choices than one can imagine. Our waitress Asia was great. She even helped locate an area in the main lounge for us to smoke our cigars. read more

Casa de Montecristo - Humidor - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Whippany, New Jersey

Been a member of a few cigar bars. Nothing tops this joint!! Relaxing, comfortable, service impressive! Cigar selection impeccable!! Mic drop on this! Don't believe me go for urself read more

Decided to take my boyfriend there to celebrate his birthday , the place came highly recommended by a friend .. this was our experience : Jessica ( the hostess ) was just so pleasant and very patient while we walked around to shop for cigars and get familiar with the place. In the humidor all the associates were extremely helpful and even for someone like me who doesn't smoke , this was quite impressive to see . Even tho we had reserve for the restaurant we decided to seat at the bar where we were greeted by Raquel , she was just so awesome answering our menu questions etc . She even helped me surprise him with a raspberry cheesecake including the sparkling candles I brought in . ( very accommodating) The food was great , we had BBQ chicken wings , lemon grass chicken dumpling ( that was amazing ) and the carnitas tacos . They also gave us complementary cigars at the bar and the Manager Mike came by to ask if we were doing ok . The only issue I have is that the bathroom is a single bathroom for such a huge place .. Definitely a great experience , they also have a great variety of bourbons and wines . read more

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Good cigar bar. Purchase cigars. Smoke cigars and drink here. And sell full bottles. Paradise for smoking and drinking. Great staff.

Great spot to smoke a cigar and hangout! Food is good too! Would recommend checking it out.

Great food. Full bar. Very comfortable lounge area with many TVs. A fun place to relax with a cigar. The best parts are the amazing cigar selection and the outstanding food. Felix, in the cigar shop is a friendly, very knowledgeable and helpful man. A local legend. Mike runs the food and beverage and has the best quality. Highly recommend. read more

Casa de Montecristo - Best pastrami sandwich I've ever had. - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Whippany, New Jersey

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Great friendly service. Big selection. Would definitely stop in again when I'm in the area.

It's a nice place to relax, they have a huge selection of cigars. Now the service is awesome, especially the waitress Kayla she was very nice all the time and gave us a friendly atmosphere while we were there she went the extra mile by asking all the time for anything that we needed and she was always on top of anything that we needed. Thanks, Kayla for taking care of us while we were smoking and enjoying the drinks. They should have more people like her and also like the manager al the cigar shop. read more

Very cool place to enjoy good a quality cigar, snack and drink - ALL at the same time! It's become a biweekly chill spot for me.

my wife and I were craving the cheese plate and some cappuccino and it hit the spot. The chef came over and introduced himself and explained what the cheese selection was. Great guy, very professional and courteous. Because of Chef Frank we will be returning very soon. The way he built the plate was exquisite and gorgeous. thanks again to Chef Frank and staff. We had a wonderful evening. read more

Amazing! The walk in is huge! The staff very friendly and helpful. The wait staff is attentive and prompt. Great atmosphere. The food is excellent as well. read more

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I have been coming here for a long time. This place should be a cash machine. Every time I think it might get better, nope. The food is bad, the beer is not much better, and the service is terrible. Today, I sat and waited 45 minutes until a server asked me if I needed anything. There was another server who just walked around picking up checks telling people who asked that someone else would help them. Last week I was served this beer, really! The waitress looked at it and still gave it to me! WTF! I really hope the staff reads this. read more

Casa de Montecristo - This is what I got served! Its gunky! - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Whippany, New Jersey

I always go to Paramus location but we landed a job in Denville and this place is the real deal! Bigger, better and great service @ the lounge chairs! The cigar selection is top notch and FRESH! Thumbs up! I read more

Casa de Montecristo - Lounge area with excellent service for drinks or menu! - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Whippany, New Jersey

What happened to this once wonderful venue? Planned a visit for Saturday night. Called on Thursday to ask if I needed a reservation, there were three in my party, and was told it was not needed for three and wouldn't be a problem. Arrived and was asked if I had a reservation by the Manager, "Mike". When I told him that I did not and that I had called to ask if I needed one, he became rude and told me that I should always make a reservation, well that's fine but then don't have your staff advise me not to. He insisted that no one would advise that and huffed and puffed about trying to "find" us a table in the back if he had one. Minutes later, literally, miraculously he "found" one. Upon being escorted to our table, the dining room was practically empty, with the majority of tables empty and this was on an NFL playoff evening. Also, to note, the tables did not become occupied as the night wore on; "try to find" us a table? OK. Why put up a fuss in the first place, it wasn't as if he, as he made it sound, was fully occupied with no available seating. I've been coming here for over 20 years and this place was great. I don't know what happened. The menu has completely changed. The portion sizes have shrunk and the prices have skyrocketed. One consistent thing, servers are still rude, always were. Throughout the course of our time spent we also had a very unpleasant situation occur, regarding one of our possessions being thrown in the trash, an accident, I get it, but really made for an unpleasant situation. All in all, I will not return, and I travelled from Queens just to come here! What once was a wonderful place to smoke, drink and grab a bite has gone down the toilet. read more

Super friendly and knowledgeable staff, great service. Cigars for days and much cheaper than most places!

The best local cigar shop. Employees are helpful and present but not annoying. Prices have gone up recently, but so has everything else. Fantastic variety of cigars. Cigars are fresh and stored well. Highly recommended. read more

I have been going here since 2008. It's my go to place to relax, enjoy great food, great cocktails, a nice cigar, and a great staff. It's like the "Cheers" of N.J. I've tried every option on the menu. I wish they would bring back the bowl of chili because that came with a cigar. Still, it's worth trying the chili paired with the Kentucky Bourbon Ale on tap. There are plenty of places to sit and list have electrical outlooks which makes "working remote" easy. It's not just for men. I have seen plenty of women enjoying a cigar, a cocktail, and food. read more

Casa de Montecristo - Cuban Sandwich and their current bar menu. - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Whippany, New Jersey

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This is a toy shop for middle aged men. I have a locker at my local cigar lounge in Long Island - here are the differences. Long Island = BYO, expensive sticks, and Uber eat/bring food to the place. Here = bar, take out service, decent food, and gigantic humidor maybe half a football field. Oh, and with a "dinner" got a gratis romeo y julieta. Dinner was meh, chix quesadilla. Totally passable. Both have WiFi, good ventilation, fantastic clientele and service. This is my first time here, just needed a night out after a long day at work in East Hanover. read more

Casa de Montecristo - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Whippany, New Jersey

Held my 50th birthday there. Let's just say it was the best day of my life! I rented a room and ordered lite fare food. The service was impeccable! The staff exceeded my expectations! Money well spent! Ashley the Event Manager was attentive and the servers were very hospitable! If I could host a party there again, I would. read more

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I've been a customer here for years so when my nephew called and asked me where to go to get a humidor for his father's birthday, naturally I suggested J&R. He called there yesterday and asked if they had anything in stock around $400 and was told they had plenty in his price range. So today he made the 45 minute drive to pick me up and we drove another 20 to Whippany to pick one out. Not sure if the definition of the word "plenty" is negotiable but upon asking the less than friendly clerk, we were informed that plenty meant none. They literally had some that were under $100 and the rest were over $1500. Okay, no big deal. They can stock as they wish but why waste our time? He did say that they might have one in the back but he was too busy to check. Fast forward 20 minutes when he finally got around to it and nothing; wasted trip. Now, perhaps the pandemic his driven the cigar market to the brink where their employees are simply too over worked to bother offering accurate replies to their phone inquires or maybe, just maybe they didn't give a shit. No matter the reason I really didn't appreciate having my time wasted and my nephew pissed off & disappointed. From now on I'll take my business elsewhere. 2 stars for their selection. read more

I recently visited Casa de Montecristo and I was thrilled to see that my favorite bartender, Leyla was back from her leave! She never fails to impress me with her skills and knowledge in mixology. During my visit, I had the privilege of trying her espresso martini and let me tell you, it was absolutely perfect! This bartender truly knows how to elevate a classic cocktail and can always create something unique and unforgettable which you can taste in every sip! So If you are a fan of expertly crafted cocktails, high end liquors, amazing draft and bottled beers along with a great selection of cigars, this is "the place to be" read more

Largest Cigar Store Anywhere on the Planet!! Plus you can have your smoke while you shop or grab a meal and libations at the bar. This is the Last bastion for smokers in N.J. The ventilation system is so effective here that smoking is allowed and approved by N.J. State Inspection. I believe it's because they call it a 'Cigar Bar'. They serve food here at the fully stocked bar so you can grab a meatball parmesan sub sandwich and a beer whilst everyone else is lighting up. The food here is three Stars but where else can you have your smoke indoors while you eat!?! They have plenty of comfortable rooms to hang out, smoke your stogie and watch some TV in. They only sell quality, high end cigars here. Smoke 'em if you got 'em and if you don't got 'em, they definitely sell 'em at JR Cigar! read more

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Haver not been there in a year. Friends no longer like going to place because it's too smokey poor ventilation system. I accidentally walked in with water bottle in hand and was told "put it away". Was taken back, however cooperated. Ashtray was full of many cigar butts. Asked to clean or replaced was ignored. Seats had no cushion & were outdated, l tried to manage. Waitress had attitude, with ordering when asked types of beer on tap. Rolled eyes so I took a step back again. Decided only ordering 2 beers and tip out. Wanted to stay and hit some shots instead went to a better location Called Hoovers. No Issues here. Fireplace room was closed to General public only for reserved parties. Recommend Jamies in Clifton. Good food and better service. The casa has slipped. in service No longer Mi Casa. read more

Love this place. Staff is fantastic and the food is awesome. They added a cheese board to the menu that makes a great appetizer. Really high end! Stuff. read more

My friend offered to bring me here. Ona rainy football Sunday afternoon we came here and stayed all day. It's like a candy wonderland for cigar connoisseurs. Place is huge, has food, larger selection of drinks, many large screen tv's and friendly Servers. I would def come here again... read more

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Great place to enjoy a light dinner cocktails and a cigar! I highly recommend this place!!

This placed seemed like a great idea, I called ahead and made a reservation in advance. No one on the phone new what was going on- stating you can't smoke in the restaurant, or that the lounge and dining room had different menus. Showing up, they had our reservation and said "this is the only table we have", as they walked us into a nearly empty dining hall. No explanation on when to get cigars, or if they get added to the bill, or we pay as we go. We ordered drinks and appetizers, and stated we'd keep a menu to order our entrees when she came back. Well the waitress comes back, spills half our scotch on the table, then says the kitchen closed "40 mins ago"! So it took 40 minutes for a drink and appetizers, with no mention of the kitchen closing or "last call". Overall just a terrible experience with horrendous/clueless staff in an otherwise potentially cool place. Made for quite an embarrassing business meeting which should have been pretty easy to accomplish with a cigar, a drink and a sandwich. read more

This place used to be great - friendly, great bar food, watch the game(s), a place where people from all walks could gather and enjoy a fine cigar. That has changed for the worse - much worse. The new management is very unfriendly - almost belligerent about being customer friendly. Despite 99% of the customers enjoy watching sports on the many TVs in the "lounge", the management openingly hates that customers want to watch various games. The TVs all have to be on the same channel even if multiple games are broadcast. The seating is deplorable with chairs that are very old, worn out, and very uncomfortable. As long as I've been coming here, the chair havent changed and they were never comfortable. Now, the cushions are non-existent. When I say the chairs are uncomfortable, I mean REALLY uncomfortable. And, you actually get yelled at if you want to move a chair as if management doesnt understand that smoking cigars is a communal, social activity. What's the big deal if someone moves a chair? Then there is the menu. The food used to be good bar food. Now the prices have practically tripled as if they fashion themselves as a boutique or a specialty restaurant - which it definitely is not. $30 for wings???? The new management sucks. They think no one cares because there are few places nowadays to smoke a cigar indoors. That attitude is a sure way to failure. read more

VERY NICE LOUNGE!!! Really enjoyed my nights there for a cigar and drinks. Staff were helpful and good crowd of folks to talk with

Love this place. Have been going for years. The whiskey selection is great food is good, chairs and tables are all. But the CIGARS!! Wow wow!! Best selection in the state. Always great quality and if you have any issues they will help you out. Now they have a point program that is fabulous. read more

Wow, this is the best cigar lounge I've ever been to in my life. Absolutely massive humidor with incredible selection. There's a restaurant, bar and an excellent smoking lounge area with bar service. I'll go here every time I'm in the area! read more

This place is the ultimate destination after a long week at the office. The atmosphere is just so calming it instantly relaxed me the moment I walked in. The food and drinks were outstanding as well. We got a charcuterie board for the table, which was awesome, as well as an order of quesadillas which were delicious!!!! Members of my group had a few different versions of the coffees offered and I had a cucumber mule, all of which were outstanding!!!! Definitely will be returning in the future!!!! read more

Today I had another relaxing day at the Montecristo Lounge. Kudos to Michael who has continued to upgrade the customer experience with proactive customer interaction as well as continuing to provide a great and diverse selection on the menu. Today I had the Shrimp & Lobster Roll which was delicious ! Additionally I would be remiss if I didn't mention Felix who provides great service and insight in the humidor section when purchasing cigars as well as just interacting with all of us in the lounge and bar to make us feel like family. Finally, the service at the bar is second to none with Coney & Diana providing attentive and superior service and making the time spent with them friendly and comfortable. As a member of Montecristo with a locker for my cigars I will be spending more time at the bar to experience their superior customer service. I truly appreciate the relaxing environment when I need to relax and unwind. My grateful thanks to you all ! read more