The owner, Chad is the man. This is a great little cigar shop and lounge. Every time I come visit this area once or twice a year I make sure to drop by to pick up cigars. Chad is super friendly and welcoming. He always hands me a drink or bottled water to enjoy. Very highly recommended. read more

Owner is always helpful and genuinely a good person. I can't go to any other lounge to buy my cigars. Islands has any cigar you're looking for and at good prices. read more

Great ambiance, a little pricey. House blends are worth it. I'll definitely visit again.

Chad was super friendly. Has a good selection of Cigars too! Lounge is very nicely setup to be able to sit back and enjoy a nice cigar

New setup at the lounge is next level! I can't believe how good it looks here now! They have new flooring, new TVs and a killer setup. read more

Chad, dear Chad!!! What a fine proprietor of fine cigars, a wonderful and quiet setting!!!'Having a cigar is NOT about the setting, but the environment, and the pleasantness of the various visitors adds to the uniqueness of Island Cigars!! My son and I have visited about 10 times, intentionally diverting from UCLA to talk Chad out of something FANTASTIC!!! He's got 'em folks!! Trust a guy and son who drive 70 miles out of the way on our return to our home in Bakersfield from UCLA Santa Monica, if you want something unexpected AND delicious, CHAD WILL NOT DISAPPOINT YOU!!! Trust a 20 year cigar smoker, who loves the best, give Chad a try, and if you do, you will return, as I have, time and time AGAIN!!! GUARANTEED!!!!! Jeff the UCSB Geologist!!! read more

This cigar lounge is the hidden gem of Orange County. Best premium cigar selection hands down! Fellow cigar aficionados and new cigars smokers are always chill there. Great spot great vibe! Chad the owner is very knowledgeable and super welcoming. If you haven't checked this lounge out, do yourself a big favor and try it out. You won't be disappointed! read more

This was my first time at a cigar lounge because I came here to buy a gift for my brother in law. Chad was super welcoming and was very eager to share his knowledge about cigars. He's been in the business for 20 years and made the experience super easy. read more

Great shop with nice selection. Owner Chad recommended a nice cigar I never tried and lived it. I stayed and enjoyed my smoke with the other friendly patrons watching a sporting event on the big screen. Highly recommend and will definitely come back. read more

Great place to grab a cigar and the owner Chad had great recommendations and has a cigar for everyone

Awesome cigar lounge with chill vibes! Great selection of cigars as well. I highly recommend this lounge for those who wish to lay back and enjoy a top notch cigar read more

I came in today to enjoy a cigar while waiting for my little guy who was at the vet. I hadn't been here for a while because it's close to neither my home nor work. I walked in and the only employee (whom I walked right by) ignored me until I was in the humidor. He proceeded to talk to and pamper the only other person in the tiny lounge. I thought maybe the other guy was the owner, but evidently he was just a special customer, because he took a bunch of business calls and acted like he was the only person present. I did enjoy an Aging Room F55M! But I'll never return to Islands! Bo's Cigar Lounge, which also serves beer, wine, etc., and has a lounge that is much more accommodating and grand, with a many times greater selection of cigars, is awesome! More than all of that, Bo is usually out greeting customers and enjoying a cigar with them, actually acting like he is happy to have you there. This shop is depressing, unfriendly, and cold. read more

I was making a Pho run for lunch when I caught the signage for this place in the corner of my eye . I mentally bookmarked it and came back later that day after work . I was greeted by a friendly gent who worked at the place who showed me inside and told me a little about this place. I also got to meet the owner,,,, very nice guy who introduced me to their selections and the humidor. Great service and ambiance. I definitely felt comfortable here and see myself coming back to hang' for a bit and smoke a stogie in the lounge. read more

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Chad is an awesome host! Makes you feel like you're at home when you come to his cigar lounge! Stocks top quality cigars and offers an array of cigar brands and sizes. Highly recommend Island Cigar Lounge if you want to enjoy a good cigar, good company and relax! read more

Great house label cigars! They have about 18 variations blended to be similar to well known cigars. Very knowledgeable.

Love this place!!! Was recommend by someone and this place exceeded my expectations. The friendliness I experienced from the moment I walked in from the moment I left was fantastic. Thank you for everything and can't wait to come back for a visit. read more

My all time favorite cigar lounge, and I'm a member of a cigar lounge back home. I'm always looking for a cigar lounge near my hotels when I travel. It's a great place to relax, meet locals and get dining recommendations. Islands is perfectly nestled neatly in a small strip on the corner of Central and Brea Blvd, right on my route to and from hotel/work. Could it be any better? Well, yes, yes it could. And it is. Chad is the friendliest, most welcoming proprietor I've had the pleasure of meeting anywhere in Brea. His selections are out of this world and his knowledge follows suit. He has several items I don't normally see back home which make for a delightful tasting experience. The regular crowd here is also great. As the FNG a few weeks ago I was treated to some shared snacks and even given 'the good seat' for watching the movie that was on. Don't want to watch TV, there's additional seats around the corner for the quieter group. In conclusion, GO SEE CHAD. read more

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Chad's a great host with many recommendations. He is very attentive and makes you enjoy your visit. Super hospitable! Great selection of cigars! read more

Shout out to Chad for taking care of us. We had a bachelor party for my best buddy. It was a Saturday night, and we had had a big meal at El Torito Grill in Brea, and we wanted a place to finish the evening with a cigar. Chad arranged to let us have the private room in back and my friends and I finished the evening there. He was a great host, had a few good cigar suggestions for my friends, who were not seasoned cigar guys, and they loved his suggestions! I HIGHLY recommend this place to all! He has a great selection, and the evening ended up perfect! Thank you, CHAD!! read more

First time cigar smoker here and I'm glad that I stopped by Isands to get my first couple cigars. Man cave. An excellent man cave is what came to mind as I walked in the entrance. Flat screen with the game on, big comfy seats/sofas with guys chiefing cigars in 'em. Islands lounge also has more space in the back but I walked straight to the humidor. As I walked in, I was taken back by the vast selection. Having never smoked a cigar and going by reviews on cigar.com I was honestly lost and a lil intimidated lol. It's funny to think on that now but that all went away as soon as Chad went in to assist me. Chad helped me out tremendously. His knowledge and guidance put me at ease. I felt that he was being genuine and wasn't just trying to sell me an expensive cigar or a cigar that wasn't selling. He asked questions about the coffee and alcohol I like to drink, how long was I trying to smoke, explained the different sizes and kinds of wrappers. Bottom line is that he asked questions AND listened to my answers to find me the perfect selections. I ended up with a Montecristo Epic Toro and a Hoyo La Amistad Black Rothschild/Robusto. Not only did Chad help me pick them out but he also gave me a Maduro house blend for free for my first visit and first time smoking a cigar!! So after leaving Islands, I headed to a family BBQ. I decided to go with the Hoyo and man.. I fuckin loved it lol. It tasted like dark chocolate/mocha with a lil bit of a nice spiciness towards the end. It was exactly how Chad described it, even the amount of time it took to smoke was on point. I was sippin on some Remy Martin, having great conversations with family and enjoying my first cigar. It's a labor day miracle, Charlie Brown lol. I wanna give a huge thank you to Chad, for taking the time to get me the right cigars for me, explaining things and for the maduro! I thoroughly enjoyed my first experience with the lounge and cigar! I'll be coming back to Islands and recommending it to family and friends. read more

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Great place to pick up a cigar and enjoy a smoke. The owner is very friendly and knows cigars extremely well. Well stocked humidor and the lounge is very comfortable. Love this place! read more

Great cigar collection. Good ambience with fellow cigar smokers. Enjoy spending a couple hours there. read more

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If you are in need of a crash course on being a Don with a Don Carlos, here's your spot. Tell Chad I said so myself.

All I have to say is Chad.... One of my favorite spot. Lounge is great make you feel at home..

I've only come here to buy cigarettes but they are always very friendly and it smells amazing in there. The prices are really good too. A lot cheaper than most places. read more

What an amazing evening we had enjoying Islands Cigar Lounge! I was meeting some business partners who are passionate about cigars. After reviewing the Yelp reviews I suggested we converge at Islands Cigar. Wow, did I look like a rockstar. Arriving early I was immediately greeted by the proud, passionate owner Chad. Since it was Thursday the lounge was abuzz with regulars excited for opening night of NFL football. Chad offered us the back room which was perfect. By the time my associates arrived I felt like Chad was a life long friend. My associates assumed I was a regular! Getting settled the challenge arrived........which Cigar? One of our group is a passionate cigar fan and knows all the brands. He was in awe of the detailed overview of all our options in the humidor. With Chad's guidance we made a selection and were delighted. An amazing experience with the confidence that we will be back for our next meeting. We have now designated the back room as our "living room" for future business meetings. Thank you Chad!! We will be back again soon. read more

BEST DAMN CIGARS IN THE USA. Also I swear I just saw Dennis Rodman. Or maybe these cigars are too strong haha.

My very first time here. I got to say, I am a beginner and barely know how to smoke a cigar. From the outside, it looks like a little mom and pop cigarette/cigar shop. Once you go in, their friendly staff member immediately greeted me. I took a quick look at the surroundings and it was very comfortable, seems like a few guys, seems like regulars, were relaxing on their comfortable couches and enjoying a cigar, flat screen TV is on. Very cool. I then proceeded to ask him about the different types they have in the humidor and he immediately chose a few for me, opened them up for inspection, smell and see if I had interest in them. Even for beginners, they have selections for under $10.00 and I saw a few in the hundred(s) range. After I walked around for a while, checked out a lot of their cigars, I picked out a couple and he then suggested me to grab some drinks at the market, or even my favorite drinks and come back and enjoy the drinks while smoking the cigar! BYOB!! I was also informed that there is also a back side of the lounge, which also had 5 comfortable couches and it was more dimmed back there. I had the honor to meet a few more regulars back there and even the owner, who was also enjoying one for the afternoon with his lady on his lap. I paid for my cigars, he cut it up for me, handed me a lighter, and proceeded to the back lounge and had a blast! On my way out, the staff member even gave me a freebie cigar as a first time customer and asked me to try it and hopefully to come back next time! What a great service this business provides!! 5 Starts and 2 thumbs up! read more

Walked in with a friend and was instantly greeted by Chad. Told him we were beginners and he recommended a few sticks to us. Comfortable seats in the front and back of the spot if you decide to lounge for a bit. Honestly Chad provided some of the best customer service i've ever encountered. If youre a noob like us don't hesitate to stop by. You'll be welcomed with a great selection and chill enviroment. read more

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Excellent customer service! Came in to buy a gift for a friend and didn't know what to get. My friend was very happy with what I got him so they know their cigars well. Great quality too read more

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Met Chad tonight. Very nice guy who showed us a few things in humidor then left us along and time to browse. This is what I like, no pressure. Nice selection on sticks and all priced nicely which is refreshing to see. We smoked here as well, and met a few great guys. Really enjoyed the camaraderie and conversations. Highly recommend this place! Thank you!! read more

This place is FANTASTIC. Comfortable and warm hospitality and Chad is an amazing host. Thanks for the incredible selection of PREMIUM sticks. I will always stop by here when I'm in town. read more

Great owner and manager in Chad. Knows his cigars well and has a broad selection of name brands and boutiques for those true cigar aficionados. He also carries an excellent houseblend cigar which is a Nicaraguan handrolled/puro. I recommend the barber pole wrapper, figured shaped house blend. Prices are fair which range from bottom shelf to top shelf pricing to match the type of cigars chad carries. While it isn't the biggest cigar lounge in the OC, the place is setup to where seating shouldn't be an issue. There's a front and back seating arrangement with sofas and recliners. The walk-in humidor is centered in between these two seating areas. The local patrons and his assistant managers such as "Ro" and "Verne" are super friends and helpful and also have knowledge on cigars. read more

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What makes this cigar shop and lounge stand out big time is its owner, Chad. I've been the fleeting customer only visiting once in a while to buy cigars for special occasions so I wouldn't say I'm a big time customer. Yet every visit, I'm warmly received by his enthusiasm and knowledge of cigars. I think he knows I mean business when I step in. I'm usually courteous and direct when I ask him for recommendations. He reads me accordingly, listens to my spiel, and thinks for a moment. Like the snap of the fingers, he realizes that he has just the cigar for me. He offers 1 suggestion, but also offers a few other options when I get curious about what else is displayed in his collection. Perfect. That makes it easy for me to decide and I trust his judgment. Sure enough, any recommended cigars I buy from him are enjoyed by my intended recipients, including myself and friends sometimes. There's not many instances where you meet a business owner who's genuine and looking for your best smoking interests. It's an energy you can feel when you interact with people and Chad's been consistent every time. This lounge is the real deal and has a wide collection of cigars in its walk-in humidor and other corners of the shop where you'll find what you're looking for. If not, Chad will have a recommendation for you as your cigar sommelier. You can also bring your own booze (preferably whiskey because c'mon cigars...and whiskey) and hang out smoking your newly bought cigar while sipping on your favorite scotch. The owner's been beckoning me to stay longer than my 5-minute business transaction and enjoy the lounge in all its glory. I'm nearly visited 5 times and I think the next time, I have to. I'm bringing the scotch and some friends. If not friends, just the scotch. -------------------------------------------------- QUICK TIPS: -------------------------------------------------- # The owner Chad is extremely helpful. He'll find the cigar that you deserve. # Note that this is a cigar lounge, not just a cigar shop. If you hang out here for a while, your clothes will begin to absorb the cigar smoke. Leave your jacket in the car and avoid wearing your really nice clothes. It's a casual lounge, not a banquet dinner. # Bring your drink of choice like a bottle of whiskey to enjoy with your cigar in this lounge. read more

First time at a cigar lounge and must say this place will have me returning. Very nice vibe, friendly owner and staff, and best of all a lot of cigars to choose from. Looking for a place to lay back and watch ESPN... this is it. read more

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Great spot if your looking to grab a smoke. Great selection of sticks and the owner is super friendly

Stopped by when I was in the area. Great comfortable lounge with excellent selections of sticks. Felt welcomed.

First let me say that I am a member of a private cigar club in Fullerton that has a full bar and 10+ TVs including one huge big screen, pool table, poker table and recliners. I love my club and won't be leaving soon. That being said, Islands seems like a great place to hang out to have a cigar without having to pay a membership fee. The prices are decent, not as good as what you can get online, but less expensive than all the other cigar shops I've been to in Orange County. I frequent this area of town a lot because of the dry cleaners next door and the gas station across the street, but I'm always in a hurry. I decided to stop in the other night and I enjoyed a couple of sticks and watching the hockey game on the modestly sized flat panel. The TV is just the right size for the small lounge. Any bigger would be too big. The chairs are comfortable and the owner attentive. A little more attentive than I prefer but I suspect that if I become a regular he may not try so hard to convince me that this is the place to be. We had a nice conversation and I let him know my preferences about how I use cigar shops. Let's see if he was listening... If you're reading this review to see if you should try out Islands, you really should give them a try. Stop in and have a smoke. I know that warmer weather allows us to smoke outside but cigars really need to be experienced inside. If you have a problem with too much smoke, be cognizant of that if you attend a tasting event. They can be very smoky but you really shouldn't miss the events. Lots of giveaways and you meet many other cigar smokers. Overall, this shop/lounge has a nice magnetosphere, good prices, nice selection and is a place I will visit again. I am not a friend of the owner and he did not ask me to write this review. The owner is a nice guy and after a few more visits I'm sure that I will consider him a friend. Update: Let me just say that I've visited again and enjoyed the lounge with a cigar, the lounge and a beverage. A great place to relax and that's what a cigar lounge should be. read more

I've been to this shop numerous times while passing through Brea. Great place to drop in and some very quality cigars in their humidor -- priced well, alongside a very knowledgeable staff. I recently had the pleasure of running by Chad and Romero at Hopscotch in Fullerton (was there to support Judge Jeff Ferguson) and found out that Islands will be bringing a few of their finest sticks (and surprisingly delicious un-banded house brand cigars) to Hopscotch on the last Thursday of every month... pretty nifty! Again, wanted to send a big THANKS to Ro and Chad for their hospitality, and a quick shout to all the good folks who take to this shop -- truly a bunch of good people! Will stop by again and looking forward to catching you guys at your pop-up shop as well! Stop in for a smoke and a chat, I'm sure you will not be disappointed! read more

Finally a nice little place to relax and have a cigar. As a former patron of a much larger place that required a paid membership, I find Islands is a great change of pace and Chad is really helpful. I didn't find paying for a place to smoke cigars to be worthwhile as someone who commutes to graduate school maybe every other week or so. I was happy to see that the selection shown in the photo of the walk-in humidor lived up to what I saw. It's a better selection than I find at other places, including the one where I had to have a paid membership. The prices are also the most reasonable that I've seen both in northern Orange County and back home on the Central Coast. Chad charges less even than "smoke shops" that have lower-quality humidors and poor selection. With two big-screen TVs and comfy chairs (especially in the little back room) it's just a nice place to hang out and smoke a cigar in peace. The folks who hang out are nice and the redone atmosphere is good. I'm glad I found a nice place to hang out during my visits to school. read more