As much as I would love to give this place 4-5 stars I can't do it because of a major issue. This store has an excellent selection of cigars and a really nice and knowledgeable tobacconist. I would go to this place once a week on my day off from work just to relax and unwind and enjoy a great cigar but the store recently adopted a members only policy where you must pay $175 annually and in exchange you get 10 percent off any cigar you purchase in the store. I came in recently and spent $27 on a cigar. If I were to go to the store once a week and purchase a $27 cigar once a week the store would actually make over $1400 a year which is way more than $175. It's almost like they don't care about the money and just want a certain clientele who are rich enough and don't care where their money is spent and obviously the gentleman who owns this store doesn't understand he can make a massive profit if he were to welcome anyone from the community into the store to relax and smoke. Even if someone were to come once a week and smoke a $10 cigar weekly the store would make about $520 annually. This is a total shame because I really enjoyed coming here and they lost me as a customer. I really hope the owner reconsiders and decides to change the policy so more people can enjoy the lounge. read more

This is a great lounge with a great selection and an awesome staff. The location is ideal as well with plenty of parking. The owner is very accommodating and very knowledgeable about cigars. read more

A cigar smoker's paradise. Stopped by with my husband who enjoys a good stogie. Mike, manager on duty Sunday afternoon greeted us warmly, introduced us into the humidor and explained how the lounge membership works. We were welcomed to enjoy the lounge at this non-busy time. Mike cut the cigar in the requested style and even gave my husband a tube for stashing his cigar to finish later. The lounge is long and narrow, lined with deep soft leather seats, several flat screens, and there's fresh coffee and an espresso machine- help yourself, or just ask for a fresh pod of espresso if needed. All are welcome to bring their own libations. Ice is available. Only cigars purchased here may be smoked in the lounge- which is perfectly reasonable. It's all wood and leather with cigar inspired artwork and classic logos on the walls. Cigar magazines, plenty of king size ashtrays and matchboxes at hand. Very manly atmosphere! Some nice doo wop tunes were piping in. If you're along for the ride but not a cigar aficionado you are welcome to smoke cigarettes! Members get discount on purchases and it sounds like a nice deal. I was so impressed by Mike's warm and friendly service. There were three or so other smokers while we were there who also made us newcomers feel like we belonged. Their motto is 'come as strangers, leave as friends' and Maxi's has nailed it. Word is that it's packed on Friday/Saturday nights so that's probably not the time for a guest visit just to check it out, since members (rightly) have first dibs on the seating. Hope to come back again! read more

Maxis Cigar Lounge - Liberty! - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Franklin Square, New York

I was looking for a spot to unwind and have a cigar after my trip to NY to see my new niece and for work. Found this place. It's a nice spot and like most cigar lounges it caters to regulars. A couple of patrons did acknowledge me and the owner even changed the channel for me to watch the NBA playoff game. I would go back. read more

A really nice place to watch a game and enjoy a cigar. Comfortable seating with a relaxed vibe and multiple tvs. A nice selection of cigars that are reasonably priced. Good ventilation. Just what you want in a cigar lounge. read more

Very comfortable cigar lounge. The owner, Jack, is always willing to help you out and lend a hand selecting the right stick for your mood and palate. Plenty of flat screen televisions (usually tuned into whatever games are on) and a good amount of nice leather chairs. The crowd is pretty mixed with all types of people and everyone is always friendly. A really cool place to enjoy a cigar and relax for a bit. read more

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This lounge is amazing. All new leather chairs, television screens on every wall, updated decor and a walk in humidor with every cigar imaginable. Excellent selection of sticks to choose from. Sure to appeal to any palate. Your host Jack is great. Always friendly and willing to share his food. Like their motto states "Come as strangers leave as friends" only problem is you won't want to leave. Lol. But once the sun goes down you got to go. read more

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Nice lounge, knowledgable and friendly staff. Nice selection of cigars, humidors, cutters and torches. Comfortable seating area with plenty of large screen TV's. This will be my go to lounge since it is also close to home. read more

This is THE place. Was in the area from Los Angeles for a trade show and a colleague and I stopped in after finding it on Yelp. What a wonderful surprise. Small, but very well stocked humidor with VERY knowledgeable staff. When we walked in I noticed that a sign above the lounge said 'Members Only' and inquired if we could still enjoy a stick in the lounge. Without hesitation they said yes and the camaraderie in the lounge was as if we were local members. Comfortable leather chairs and plenty of big screens. A special shout out to Ray for his 'generosity'...he'll know. Lastly, as we were leaving and saying our goodbyes, someone said to us 'Remember, when you come back, your home is here at Maxi's'. I look forward to my next visit. read more

The shop caters to a decidedly male clientele, however staff and patrons were all polite and friendly in the presence of ladies (there was one besides yours truly). The humidor is well stocked and the lounge in back is well equipped and set up for comfort and enjoyment. A nice spot to enjoy a stick with friends. read more

My favorite go to place!...Jack made me feel right at home the first time I went there. Great selection and great prices. Always quality, fresh cigars! read more

Nice place. People that frequent Maxi's are super friendly. I was there for the first time today and was treated like a long time member. The owner was very nice and extremely hospitable. It is a little far for me to get there on a regular basis but I recommend it highly. read more

This place is awesome! Great place to hang out and socialize. Everyone is super friendly. Great cigar selection. They have several televisions in the lounge area. They always fresh coffee and espresso. Come down for a cigar and you will see what I mean. read more

They've improved their lounge it looks very nice now. Haven't stayed there to smoke so I can't speak about the ventilation. But the aesthetics are a significant improvement. Cigar selection is adequate. read more

Great little neighborhood place. Although there are some guys and gals that travel a bit to get there. I was a J Barbera refuge after they closed down and I tried Maxis. Different texture, but warm and welcoming. The prices are New York street prices, meaning way too much tax, but that is part of what pays for a nice warm place to have a cigar in the winter time. There are seven or eight televisions, so you can watch most anything you want, and the refrigerator always has cold water and some other drinks. Their cigar selection slants towards Rocky Patel. I actually met Rocky there at a holiday party at Maxis this last winter. They do carry a good selection of Padron, Fuente, Ashton, and etc. There is a great pipe group that meets on Friday nights and Maxis carries a pretty good selection of pipe tobacco also. read more

Great place to relax for a cigar. Excellent environment to relax with great people. The members are very nice. This cigar place makes you feel like you are home. Many televisions to watch, hot coffee and cold water. read more

Very friendly owner. Great selection of good cigars. Rocky Patel seems a favorite here. Cigars are well conditioned. Fair prices. I took mine to go but I think they have a private, members only lounge. read more

Great local place with very eclectic and friendly regulars. This place seems to cater to regular blue collar gentleman that enjoy great smokes socializing. They have a great reasonably priced selection and plenty of comfortable seating all facing plenty if TV's. The owner Jack is a great guy and very knowledgeable about cigars. I went to a Rocky Patel event there. I purchased a box of cigars, got my picture taken with Rocky Patel, he autographed my box and I got 5 free cigars. Even though I don't live close I plan on becoming a member here. Great place and well run! Good job! read more

Guy (assuming he was the owner) in here was super helpful. I don't really know much about cigars but he was extremely helpful in recommending something to me and even gave me a small discount. I was just stopping in to pick up some cigars so I didn't see the back room, but it looked pretty exclusive and well-kept. read more

Great place to relax and enjoy premium cigars with good people. I have been a member for a few months now and Maxis has become my favorite spot to hang out. Premium cigars, clean and comfortable lounge, and friendly service. read more

Very friendly welcoming crowd has big lounge area in the back. I come during the day on Friday and Saturday it is never too busy but there is always great atmosphere. read more