Great service and great spot to unwind!!!Always stop here for a stick when in Raleigh!!!!!read more

Stepping into the cigar bar feels like slipping into a well-dressed time machine that decided to…read moreloosen its tie. The air hums with the scent of tobacco, oak, and good decisions made slowly. Plush couches and deep leather chairs form little islands of comfort, perfect for sinking into a conversation that doesn't need to end soon. Along the walls, humidors stand like treasure chests, keeping their cigars in stately silence. Vintage wood glows everywhere--from the bar's polished surface to the beams above--each grain steeped in quiet history. Overhead, TVs flicker with old games and new ones alike, while dart boards wait nearby for a little friendly competition between sips of bourbon and curls of smoke. The bartender slides the Old Fashioned across the bar with the precision of a man who's been doing it long enough to know that showmanship is for amateurs. No fancy garnish, no chatter--just the soft clink of glass meeting wood and a nod that says this'll do. Happiness here isn't loud or glittery--it's slow-burning and pleasantly lopsided, like a jazz tune played just slightly off the beat. It seeps in between sips and smoke rings, wrapping itself around you like the worn leather of the chair you've claimed for the night. It's the kind that finds you sitting still, glass half full, smoke curling upward like a satisfied sigh. Cheers!

We went in for my birthday dinner this evening. Everything was excellent! We had 3 dinners and…read moreappetizers. Enjoyed great service in a comfortable dining room. We will definitely return soon.

Loved our first experience at the Lake County cigar and wine. We got the tuna tacos and the sliders…read moreand they were excellent. We did look at the menu ahead of time and noticed there wasn't much for kids but I called and they said kids were welcome but no kids menu. We decided to bring the kids but fed them before we left the house so we just ordered them fries so they were happy. Great place for adults but you will struggle with little kids, but we just adjusted and it turned out great and our kids did fine. We will be back.

This cigar bar is first class!!!! The owner nick is fantastic!!!!! When I come back to kinston!!!…read moreThis gon be my first stop!!! Nice meeting you NICK!!!

Decent selection and a great atmosphere. Everyone there was incredibly friendly. You can tell that…read moreit is a close-knit community of folks. Three TV's to watch the big game, a nice collection of cigars, and they serve wine and beer. Stop in and speak to Nick, the owner. He'll point you in a good direction.

AWARENESS: While visiting my daughter a few ago and while…read moredriving in the Apex area, we decided to check out the Apex Cigar Lounge and I'm glad we did. NARRATIVE: The Apex Lounge sits at the corner and looks like someone's home from the outside. Once inside, you'll be greeted at the front desk and told about the lounge and how things work. Just behind the front desk is the humidor where they keep a large variety of smokes. Down the hall from the humidor are several smoking rooms with large TV's and plush leather chairs where you can relax and enjoy your smoke(s). Outside in the area of the lounge is a large, covered sitting area with another TV and lots of free roaming chickens keeping an eye on things. All in all, a very nice lounge to visit. SCENE: The Apex Cigar Lounge is located on North Salem Street just South of the 64 expressway. RECOMMENDATION(S): Worth a visit.

Such an awesome vibe! Great atmosphere, amazing customer service! My husband and I enjoyed an…read moreamazing smoke outside by the fire! Nice little find while traveling!

Once a small-town post office, now a first-class lounge delivering comfort instead of mail. Their…read morespace pairs warm wood and rich leather with the aroma of premium cigars from the huge humidor. Sip a coffee, catch the game, or seal a deal in the conference room -- all while surrounded by great company. There, every visit gets stamped with sophistication. Their shop's stocked with the cigars you crave over and over and the pipe tobaccos you can't find anywhere else. They specialize in the hard to find, the premium, and the perfectly aged -- because ordinary just doesn't light up the same way. You come for a cigar, stay for the company, and left wondering how soon you could come back. Satisfaction delivered -- no postage required. Cheers!

The cigar lounge is amazing. I actually was raised North Carolina live in California and every…read moresingle time I I come home my first stop is to Abbie' Cigar lounge and I've watched him come from the small place to this location and he is incredible and so is his business

Great selection of Wine x Cigars. Great decor x ambiance…read more Great service. My wife x I love this place... I stumbled across Sticks & Vines this year when I typed in Cigars and they popped up. Brian is very knowledgeable about wines x Cigar, he recently recommended a Macanudo Express cigar that is amazing.

Always an amazing time at Sticks and Vines. Check out their tastings on Fridays and their special…read moreevents. Brian Lane, store owner, has something to surely match everyone's pallet. The place is cozy and the regulars are friendly.

I want to love this place and I have tried, but management has made it a bit difficult. For…read morestarters, the lounge needs a bit more ventilation. If you have more than 3-4 people in there it's practically like a hotbox more liken to what you'd see at a concert from a fog machine. The next biggest issue I've had here is their hours. They don't actually have any real hours, it's kind of just whenever they feel like closing they close especially if it's not busy. One time I showed up a few minutes before 8 with a buddy an we were told they were closing. We brought up the fact that we checked their own website and it said 10pm before we drove half an hour. We were told the website was wrong. Another time we show up on a Friday around 9pm and they are scheduled to close at 11pm. Again, we were told they were closing early around 9:30p and asked to leave. I find not keeping to your posted hours really unprofessional even if it's only 1 or 2 customers. And the hours on your website and door should always be up to date as well as Google, Yelp and Apple Maps which is where 90% of people are going to check. It's easy to sign up for a manager account on those sites. The crowd here can be really really weird. One day a buddy and I were smoking in the rocking chairs outside when we were approached by someone who entered via the gate and asked if they could sit with us (note I said sit, not join). We accepted. They then promptly invited all of their friends to join one by one as they arrived and pretty much pushed us out of the table and wouldn't really speak to us--apparently the rocking chairs are coveted and we were in "their" spot. On top of all that, every one of them brought a travel humidor, not a single one went inside and bought anything. I've seen this group here many times and I've never seen them inside to get a drink or a cigar or anything. Very strange. Finally, if you compare this place to Apex Cigar lounge it just seems small and dirty. Apex has better ventilation and lighting in the lounge. Their outside areas are nicer and much cleaner. Their humidor is twice the size. And more importantly...they keep the hours they post on their site even if you are the only person there. Heck, I've been there after hours just chilling and smoking with the staff.

I rarely give a 5 star rating... but this place is the closest that I have seen in a while…read more They are a gem in that area if you are a cigar smoker and/or craft beer drinker It is located on a main road and has its own parking area. The owner greeted us and was very nice and friendly. This business is very veteran supportive. Along with major cigar brands, they support veteran owned cigar makers like Southern Draw and Carolina Cigar Company. In addition, several of the beers on tap come from veteran owned breweries. They have an indoor and outdoor seating area. The outdoor area is heated. There is a $5 per year cost to smoke there. The owner, Eric, explained their rationale for that. The indoor area is nice and they have music playing. There are no sports or news stations allowed on the TV. Eric told us that their are plans to have speakers placed around for better sound and volume control. Like I said they are not perfect and are working on things, but overall this place is excellent I wish I lived closer.... And i wish they did on line ordering, but that may come later he said. Go here and check it out!!!

Havana Phil's is a superb cigar lounge. They know what they're doing, and they do it well. Inside…read morethere's a huge selection with plenty of options to find the most suitable cigar for the occasion. Writing this review is reminding me that I'm due for a visit, but I haven't yet found the right occasion or celebration! Their service is outstanding. The outdoor patio area has plenty of seating with bar service and several good beers on tap. You can count on a Guinness or an IPA. Havana Phil's will take care of you from the first step inside to the last. It's certainly a treat for me to come here, so I'm looking forward to the next visit whenever that'll be in the future.

A place where everyone knows your name. A place to seat,…read morerelax, enjoy a good dominoes game. A place where a great cigar is just a smoke away. Havana Phil, there is no other place like it.

Beautiful venue. Very friendly service. Large selection of cigar and tasty cocktails. Highly…read morerecommend for your couple's night out .

Sadly, I have been here three times now and my experience gets worse ever time. My first experience…read morewas great. Next 2 times I was ignored by the customers and for the most part the staff. No conversation. Not being a regular counts against me I guess. This last time - 2 people at the bar - 1 was the owner I think. I said hello and got a look. That's it. Stayed for 2 drinks and a smoke while 2 more customers came in. No one spoke to me. Similar to trip number 2. Not the place for an out of towner I guess. Isn't this a golf destination? I don't have to bend your ear but a hello would be cool.

My wife and I came here thinking to just buy a couple of cigars. And what we found was the best…read morevibe you can ask for. Rob was pleasant and gave amazing conversation! We will definitely be back soon