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    The Velvet Leaf Cigar Lounge

    5.0 (13 reviews)
    ModerateLounges, Cigar Bars
    Closed 3:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Jazz F.

    Located in Historic Downtown Bryan, this is an excellent lounge. It is one of the cleanest lounges I have had the pleasure to visit. The staff are always emptying the ash trays and keeping things nice. They have a nicely stocked humidor with something you will find to your taste. If you're lucky, you might just see a Texas Aggie Ring in the lounge

    Angela B.

    Dont let the meager appearance of the storefront steer you wrong. The space is deeper than imagined. Felt welcomed from the moment we entered. Greeted upon entering, personable wait staff. Tyler was fantastic...kept the drinks flowing...sticks fired up. Met some locals that we'll keep in contact with as well.

    Manhattan and a fine cigar watching the game
    Paulie B.

    The vibe is casual, the lighting is intimate, the music is jazz, and the drinks are on point. Dig on the wide selection of cigars in the walk in humidor, then sit down with your crew and play a few hands of poker at the table, or just relax in the deep seat leather chairs or at the bar.

    Patrick W.

    This place is an absolute gem for ultimate sophistication and relaxation. Cocktails are well crafted and the cigar stock is top notch. The atmosphere is unmatched anywhere in the area.

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    Lakisha M.

    First time visiting this lounge and it was very chill. We got to meet the owner, Dustin, and he was straight chill as well. Tess (sorry if I spelled your name wrong) and Brian are super cool. Definitely true cigars aficionados here. If you're in the area, check them out for real chill vibes!

    a glass of whiskey and a cigar
    Dwight G.

    Exceptional cigar lounge, with memberships and lockers available (ask staff and/or check website for details), and is now a full cocktail bar. Great spot. Great ambiance. Fun. Knowledgeable staff.

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    8 months ago

    Great cigar launch and bar. Good drinks, not to loud, excellent service and nice atmosphere.

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    3 years ago

    First time visiting! Picked up a quick stick and had a few conversations. Will visit again.

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    West End Elixir - Manhattan and Corpse Reviver 2

    West End Elixir

    5.0(3 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    Came here after dinner nearby and what a gem of a spot. The decor and ambiance gives you that old…read moreworld charm with dim lighting and folks enjoying conversations. Forewarning, if you are someone who doesn't like cigar smoke, this won't be the spot for you. There are some nice lounge type seating in the back to relax with a cocktail while smoking your cigar of choice. While I'm not one to partake in cigars all that often, I can appreciate them on a special occasion. I can't speak to that experience here as I came strictly for cocktails and to enjoy the outdoor patio as the weather was fantastic. I'll also say that with how busy it was, it was a bit loud inside, but nothing out of the ordinary of a busy crowd. Let's jump in. Service - 5* Immediately upon entering and approaching the bar, I was greeted with a friendly acknowledgement and asked what I was looking for. I had an idea but was curious to see their menu. After placing an order, the drinks came out quite quick as they have a good balance of bartenders, I believe three were behind the counter so running drinks to tables and getting them seemed to flow well. Overall, the bartenders are attentive and the wait time for a drink isn't terrible at all. Cocktails - 4* The cocktails themselves are very typical classics. Their spirit selection is robust and definitely worth a look if you're seeking a clean, straight spirit to sip. All solid choices and there's a range for what taste profile you're wanting to have. As for execution and delivery, I didn't find the cocktails to be amazing by any means, but for the pricing, we were quite happy. Pricing - 5* I think with where prices have trended this place is keeping it consumer friendly and delivering. Overall - 4.5* I'd come back, I found the cocktails selection, spirit options, ambiance and patio seating options, and service to all land. If you're ever in the downtown Bryan area, I highly recommend stopping by here!

    We were looking for a nice place to go before dinner for a couple of drinks. West End has a great…read moreatmosphere with dark paneling and an old school ambiance. But more importantly they serve excellent cocktails! They have over 100 different cocktails and from what I could judge from the couple that I had, they must all be excellent. I started out with a caipirinha which just how I like it - not too sweet. My next drink was a pisco sour. It too was excellent and both were super-refreshing! But the kicker for me was that they have cigar smoking section. Since it's not a cigar lounge, they have a tiny cabinet humidor, but their policy is that as long as you drink you can smoke your own cigars. I came prepared with my own cigars and that made the experience that much more enjoyable. Next time I'm in town, this will definitely be a stop! Finally, they have a sister lounge that is a speakeasy that doesn't even have a name. We went to the speakeasy after dinner and the drinks there were also excellent. If you go to West End, ask them about the speakeasy!

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    Zombie and Irish coffee

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    Rough Draught Whiskey Bar - I spy with my little eye...

    Rough Draught Whiskey Bar

    4.2(40 reviews)
    4.1 mi
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    We went to the Rough Draught whiskey bar the night before a football game. This is a really cool…read moreplace with an INCREDIBLE whiskey list. We had been drinking beer, so I stuck to beer except for an old fashioned (which was excellent and used Buffalo Trace). They also have an awesome selection of draft beers. I had a Live Oak Hefeweizen which was excellent. Service was excellent both at the restaurant and the attached pizza area. Since we had been drinking a while, we decided to have pizza at the shop attached to the bar. They have a nice pizza oven and this was excellent. I forget the name, but it has a nice thin crust with great cheese and topped with sausage and mushrooms. It really hit the spot Definitely worth a visit, distinct from many of the other bars around.

    This place is just about perfect. Ambiance, awesome staff, good mix of seating - including patio -…read moreand LOTS AND LOTS OF WHISKEY. Whiskey is my hobby. Specifically American whiskey. I'm not often as impressed as I am by Rough Draught. Awesome, awesome selection. Good people who enjoy talking whiskey. The interior and decoration and walls - it all just GOES. It's perfect. Sadly they were out of a key ingredient or two to make pizza when we were there - during Thanksgiving week, so... not "normal" timing - so we sadly could not try their pizza. But we enjoyed multiple great pours, some good cocktails, great conversation, and exploring all of the details in the decor. A staple for any visit I'll be making to College Station and Aggieland.

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    This place... is great

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    TJ's Cigar Lounge - Shari making a chocolate covered Cherrie martini

    TJ's Cigar Lounge

    4.3(15 reviews)
    80.8 mi
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    It's really smoky in there but I do like the atmosphere and the people are pretty nice. Went back…read morelast weekend and when the back door is open, it really helps it's the smokiness. Slim pickings with regard to the cigar selection.

    I have been to cigar lounges around the country and this easily ranks among the top. Talk about a…read morehidden gem in a small town in Central Texas. First off, the lounge area is massive, with 4 HDTVs, leather couches and chairs to easily seat 30, plus several high-top tables and a coffee counter area with leather high-backs. The atmosphere is quiet and relaxing with the ability to enjoy a cigar and watch the game or have a conversation. The store side features a nice selection of tobacco products and accoutrements for cigars and pipes. Most impressive is the gigantic walk-in humidor with a premium cigar selection rivaling big-city stores in NY and DC. The major difference is the price point, which is so low I am buying boxes for friends who work in cigar stores in the northeastern US! Even though I had never been here before I was greeted with famed Texas hospitality and met some wonderful people, both staff and regulars alike. The one downside is that they do not sell alcohol, though you are encouraged to bring your own and they will provide glasses, ice and anything else you may need. They also offer a very nice boutique coffee selection. If you are anywhere in the area, make a trip up here. You will be more than glad you did!

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    TJ's Cigar Lounge - The lounge

    The lounge

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    Shari making a Georgia Peach

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    C&S Cigar Lounge - Coffee Martini

    C&S Cigar Lounge

    4.7(13 reviews)
    68.6 mi

    Best Cigar Lounge Experience - A Must-Visit!…read more I've been to cigar lounges all over the country, but C&S Cigar Lounge stands out as one of the best! From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed like family--whether you're a regular or a first-time visitor. The atmosphere is warm, laid-back, and just the right mix of upscale and inviting. Their signature cocktails are on another level. The peach cobbler whiskey sour is a game-changer, and if you haven't tried the watermelon moonshine from Copper Shot Distillery, you're missing out! Pair that with their impressive cigar selection, and you've got the perfect night. Live music nights? Unbeatable. Great bands, good vibes, and a crowd that knows how to enjoy the moment. The owner and staff go above and beyond to make sure everyone has a top-tier experience. I've found my cigar lounge, and if you're in the area--or even passing through--C&S is a must-visit.

    This is one of my favorite hidden gems in Bastrop. The staff and owner are amazing and…read moreknowledgeable, so don't worry if you aren't a cigar expert! They provide great recommendations and a wonderful experience. The prohibition- style bar is quaint and some amazing, hand crafted cocktails are created back there! The ambiance is relaxing and cozy, and it connects to a distillery up front with live music! Win, win all around!

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    C&S Cigar Lounge - Peach Cobbler Whiskey Sour & a Drew Estate Shade cigar

    Peach Cobbler Whiskey Sour & a Drew Estate Shade cigar

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    Halo

    Halo

    3.7(26 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Wow. Been coming here for years. The new vibe as "Vice" is just...not great. Feels like a Northgate…read morecollege bar (not a compliment). The 1980s atmosphere...who asked for this? Staff seemed friendly and trying their best. But given what this place was, the atmosphere just seems really depressing, outdated, and tired and sad. Ah well. Another downtown Bryan legend, gone.

    Its been a while since the event and I know I should have written this sooner but honestly we just…read moretried to forget the whole experience. This happened in April and it was horrible. We decided to give the place another chance after how rude staff was to us but that was a huge mistake. During the drag show the performers were touching all over patrons who clearly did NOT consent to the sexual attention, some even left after being touched by them. My partner, who is autistic, went to give a performer a tip and she shoved their face into her chest. I had to calm them down, hoping it was a one off, but then the same person did it to them again the next time they were performing. It only stopped because they stood behind me for the rest of the show. We also watched as a partner in another couple got publicly ridiculed for not being okay with the physical attention. Her partner got groped in front of the whole crowd and the performer pulled her out to the center to argue about it. This place is disgusting and we will never be back.

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    Halo - Halo during the day!

    Halo during the day!

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