I have visited several cigar shops in the Washington DC area, this spot was on my list that I hadn't tried yet. At the moment, this is the oldest tobacconist shop in the nations's capital and the 3rd oldest continuously operating in the country. I was partly disappointed due to not carrying the cigar I was looking for (La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull) and there is no smoking allowed in the shop. There isn't a walk in humidor but several display cases of stogies throughout the place. A wide variety of pipes, magazines, accessories and tobacco products available. The service was good, prices are competitive and the place is well kept but the landlord needs to allow a smoke in a cigar lounge. read more

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Recently I'd been in the market to buy a new lighter, and while they are but a stone throw away, I wanted to try their online store. I also wanted to confirm the quality of the lighter I intended to buy, and was met with a pleasant and brief affirmation on the subject. Mind you this is a lighter that I'd wanted since it was originally released as a limited production release in 2013. So to find it at the original asking price as when it was issued, well was ideal, since it's nearly impossible to find anymore in mint condition. Quite the boon to find it. read more

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Super impressed! While not fond of the layout and not really sure how cigars were organized, their selection was just what I needed. One LFD I wanted was in the case, while two others were found just for the asking! They also carried The American! Cant find this anywhere. read more

W Curtis Draper Tobacconist - The American! JC Newman. 100% made in the USA! - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Amazing staff who are very knowledgeable and can make great suggestions. No wonder they have been around for over 100 years.

Great location, right near the White House. Horrible hours as they are only open 10AM-5PM and they no longer allow smoking in the building. I was told it was the landlord's decision, which is dumb because the tobacco smell is already burned in. They're missing out on good business opportunities, and not sure how they keep this location open with such limitations. read more

Initial store impressions: The store interior was dimly lit for an afternoon, a bit of an interesting store layout, it was also my first time there. Basically cigars on every wall and nook and cranny and nook and cranny.... Also, much of the merchandise is in glass jewelry store "counters" which is something I have not seen often. Usually this makes me worried about the humidity situation they are stored in. Maybe the whole store is humidified? Hopefully. Positives: Glad they stock Tatuaje "tats", illusione, and a bunch of the my father cigars. Some unique cigars you can't find at the other DC area shops! Nice! Diverse and prices were on par with online retailers! Not bad! Note: The store leans towards the maduros for most vitolas so be aware of that if you stop in. Negatives: I mainly gave three stars for the lack of a warm welcome, the cold feeling I got from the salesman was awkward. Just an overall skeptical unfriendly vibe. I was literally the only person in the store at the time. I spoke a different day with a salesman over the phone who went over and beyond my expectations, staff is not going to make me knock Drapers I know someone is friendly there. Currently, you cannot touch the cigars right now, so don't expect to inspect the wrappers on the cigars until after purchase. I blame covid for this but Drapers is literally the only DC area store out of four stores I have been to this month that does things this way. Bad: Unfortunately one of the Ashton cigars I bought which they had stored behind the counter, had a wrapper crack :( and it was a bit too dry too. Upon opening the cigar that day, the band stuck on the cellophane and the whole cigar looked super stuck/aged into the cellophane. Interesting. Won't be my go to store, needless to say. read more

Still a great place to buy cigars. The staff is friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. You get their full attention whether you are buying a single stick of a box. They also have an large selection to choose from. If you don't know exactly what you want, they are happy to offer advice. read more

Remember a time before "Man Caves" with TV's and boisterous Jersey wearing Shenanigans....Back before women let their men carve out their own little niche. A time when men had a "Study". A place for men to talk to other men..... well look no further! This place is a gem, there are no drinks or food, just a quiet place to plant yourself and converse with other gentlemen. Cigar selection is quite nice, and they have an out of the way closet for your jacket. Need a place to read in quiet, a place to enjoy a little peace? Well welcome to the closest thing to an old London Gentleman's club (If you think that means a strip club I cannot be of service to you) there is. read more

W Curtis Draper Tobacconist - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

A true tobbaconist in DC. Knowledgeable, friendly and helpful staff with a comfortable atmosphere for an early afternoon smoke. They have a very good selection of sticks, ranging in price and quality. I was extremely pleased with my Camacho American Barrel-Aged Gordo. I will definitely be stopping in again the next time my travels take me to Washington DC. read more

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First time visiting, with COVID they are only open till 5pm. By far the best selection of cigars that I have found in DC. You can not smoke In the store any more, sounds like that is a building mandate vs a COVID restriction, but Shelly's is just two blocks away. Store layout is a little weird so make sure you see the inventory in the back. Definitely can not wait to go back! read more

Came in on a whim while on vacation. Found most of my favorite smokes at great prices. This place has a great selection, customer service, and atmosphere read more

W Curtis Draper Tobacconist - Mbombay vintage reserve - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Pricey but nice selection. (I don't smoke cigars) but found W Curties because I was looking for a gift for one of my clients. They were very nice, explained me the different selections and I got a great gift, perfecto! thank you for your patience read more

When the worlds got you down or you just want to hide from your office, Drapers is the place for respite. A diverse clientele from around the world, you'll enjoy having a perfect smoke and watching the world role by. Expert cigar advice and no messy political entanglements. Only an occasional ESPN reference. House rules stipulate that you have to bring your own flask if you want to drink something other than what the street vendors cart provides. Excellent service and selection. The best part is the friendly conversations with all the amazing patrons. Check it out! read more

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i love this cigar shop! and the great thing is it is alone a cigar lounge! i happened to be walking around downtown DC on a nice warm day and stroll on in i was immediately greeted by the store employee, who was this hawaiian looking dude. he happily showed me around the whole store, listening to my smoke preferences and using his own trials to help give me a bunch of suggestions. the cigar selection is pretty vast. I got some nice Brazilian ones and a new rocky patel that I hadn't tried before I think the other thing this place has going for it is a 'lounge feel', where they will essentially 'serve' you a cigar, which is nice, if you want to puff and relax overall, I think its a nice place. it is on the pricey side but the service is great the selection boasts a wide variety. plus its a nice and short walk to the white house ;) read more

Pretty good place. First time going there was today. They definitely have better prices than Chelly's around the corner from them. Got a $5 coupon for joining their rewards program. read more

Super nice and chill staff. Amazing selection of fine cigars pipes and accessories!! 3rd oldest cigar shop in the states too! A landmark adjacent to Lafayette Square and the White House. Must go when in the area. Can't wait to revisit!! read more

I used to think that the internet had made cigar stores redundant, but this one is special for 3 reasons: 1. The Honey just got me a father's day present of a box of their 123rd anniversary lanceros. Quite possibly one of the best cigars I have ever smoked - and better than duty free ( and other) cubans I have smoked at 2x or 3x the price. 2. The selection and the service and the two leather chairs they have are special. Walk in, buy a cigar, score on of those chairs and you are living like a king. 3. I was doing exactly that a couple of days ago, in the inter-regnum between the US - Algeria game and the Germany-Ghana one, I had two hours to kill so I came here, bought one of their 122nd anniversary cigars and chatted with the smart looking guy who came in behind me who complimented me on my DC United shirt and army shorts and who turned out to be none other than Tom DeLay. A delicious DC experience. read more

Thanks guys! I have been looking all over town for a 'lady" friendly smoke shop. Sometimes I smoke a vintage pipe from Vietnam but most times I roll me own and you have the best selection I have found of loose tobacco, cases and lighters. The Dutch Export blend Matt recommended is a new favorite! And thanks for introducing me to the hydration packs for my cigars that were stored! We will be friends for a long time! Misty read more

When I travel for work I always try to buy my husband a few cigars to thank him for the extra work I know he's doing at home. Hence, I get to see a lot of cigar stores around the country, and I get personal experience with how they handle females who don't have a clue about cigars. 5 stars to these professionals for not missing a beat! These guys were respectful and took the time to mine my brain for some names of cigars my husband likes so I could buy him something that was in the vein of his cigar preferences but new to him. They had no trouble staying in the budget I had in mind. Total bill was $45 for 4 cigars. When I arrived home with their "smooth and not too spicy" picks he was VERY happy, saying he'd heard good things about this place and the cigars they picked were ones he'd read about but not had a chance to try yet. He also owned other cigars from one of the mfrs so I know they were right on track and he wasn't just being nice about it. Wishing I could give 6 stars....they gave me an old cigar box to pack them in so they wouldn't get crushed on the trip back. That's service guys, see you again next year when I'm back in DC. read more

Probably my favorite tobacco store in the area. The staff there are super nice and always willing to help out. They gave me some great advice on cigars to try and weren't just selling extra leftover stock, either. They asked for examples of cigars I've enjoyed, and then suggested others that had a similar taste profile. Spot on assessments. These guys know cigars, know the taste and profile, and happily pass that knowledge on to customers looking to try a new cigar out. read more

Great place, friendly and knowledgeable staff, fabulous selection. Close to work and on my way home. read more

W Curtis Draper Tobacconist - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I've been coming here for about 3 years now. At first, I wasn't sure about this place, a bit intimidating service (when once I asked about the taste of a particular cigar, the guys said it tastes like "cigars") but quickly realized that the service was "old school" and the environment was as friendly as it gets. Over the many times I've been coming here, I've finally settled into a niche and realized that, among other things, service might seem cold but is actually quite warm - they don't want to bum rush you or follow you around, but rather, they want you to just "be" and have a good time. If you have a question (taste of cigars aside), they're more than happy to help you out with a smile and a joke or two. But the best part is that you can just relax and have a good time. Of all the cigar lounges I've been to in the US, I have to say that they also make the best recommendations. On several occasions they steered me away from the more expensive cigars and made interesting suggestions by simply listening. If you're a newbie, this place is a gem - well, a gem for everyone that is. I won't talk bad about any particular place (I'm looking at you, the tobacco shop in Georgetown), but I guess with Draper's, I really don't have to. All around good people, helpful suggestions and friendly customers who all seem to be hiding from their wives and kids. read more

As you may already know...Maryland forbids the sale of clove cigarettes. Why? I have no friggin' clue. So, I have to come down to DC or VA for them...whenever I'm in the mood for them. So...I only come here for cloves. They have a decent selection of cloves. But, this place is something special especially for those cigar aficionados. This particular location has a lounge. So, people can come in and relax with a cigar. And, it's not like a bar, ya know...smoky haze. There's actually a sweet aroma hanging in the air. I guess the cigars are really of good quality. read more

First time cigar smoker and it was great. This was a Dad's Night Out and my youngest son's friend father set it up here. The interior was very calm and roomy. Comfortable leather chairs, larger flat screen tv, and large window. The place makes me want to have the same type of setting for my home nut smaller. The staff here were informative and friendly. So I can't remember the name of the co-owner but he told us about how he got started in the business. We chat about footballs, baseball and the history of cigars in the DC area. We smoked, drank brandy and chatted for about three hour before we left to go to a cigar bar. I will definitely come back here when the moods hits me. read more

Explained I was a novice and looking to understand things a bit better, the salesman Tak - with some awesome SF cuflinks - was not just a salesguy, but a former customer and hugely a knowledgable fan of cigars (good start)! He was great, never seemed impatient as I kept peppering him with question after question. Showed me a number - they have a HUGE selection here - of different kinds of cigars. Ended up smoking a nice Padron with a maduro wrap that was box pressed (square shape - and got several others on his recommendation (the Padron was excellent btw). He must have helped me for at least 40 minutes or more and was extremely helpful. It also didn't go unnoticed, that he Didn't seem to steer me towards the more expensive end, but instead got me a nice variety of flavors - apparently, he said 40% of the cigar's flavor can come from the wrap; more if it's more narrow (who knew?!). Great customer service experience - I will certainly be back read more

Great tobacco shop near my hotel (Willard). Good selection of cigars including higher end sticks. Small smoking area. Also have a good selection of cigar accessories. Knowledgeable staff without the attitude. Would shop here again. read more

This is the place for Great Smokes ! A Washington, DC - Landmark, W Curtis Drapers is downtown DC's place for fine Cigars and Tobacco products. Two Blocks from the White House !! No matter what's your budget - Drapers has a fine Cigar for you. If you are ever in Washington, DC - Drapers is a must visit. A huge selection of all the finest cigars available in the US market. If you are looking for a full service tobacco shop with expert advice and friendly service - W. Curtis Drapers is your place. read more

They have my favorite brand, Tatuaje. They have a good selection of cigars. Customer service was great and friendly people all together. One of my favorite places to get a cigar. -Cochise read more

Selection never disappoints. Not as cheap as Jrs or some of the surrounding Tobacco shops but the staff is always pleasant and never a crowd. Also great if your looking for pipes and pipe tobacco read more

W Curtis Draper Tobacconist - Signed box! Awesome ! - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

When I think of W Curtis Draper cigar business I think "Touch of Class". This is by far the classiest and most upscale cigar emporium's that I have been to in the U.S. The staff here knows their cigars. The selection is definitely top notch. W Curtis Draper is located in the heart of downtown Washington D.C. The prices are a little higher than most cigars stores however the selection is abundant and should find cigars of great quality at any price point. Definitely come here for your cigar needs as you will not be disappointed. Enjoy. read more

Best-in-class DC tobacco shop. Trumps Georgetown Tobacco and JRs. Bonus points for being right around the corner from Shelly's Backroom, making this place a must-stop if you're heading in that direction. REVIEW KEY: ***** - Best-in-class **** - Really Solid *** - Average ** - Red Flags * - Epic Fail read more

I stopped in here on our visit to the Capital. Great atmosphere. The young man at the counter was very friendly and helpful. I always stop at a local shop when traveling & try something new. He recommended 2 great cigars! read more

Hell of a collection. Staff is cool and friendly. Just the spot to relax and drag stogie. read more

W Curtis Draper Tobacconist - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

When in D.C. this is a must stop for the seasoned or the occasional cigar smoker. Great setting, located right next door to the White House. The staff was very helpful and willing to work with a novice like myself who was looking for a "good cigar". read more

W Curtis Draper Tobacconist - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I have purchased cigarettes here in the past- They sell cigarettes besides cigars-. Today, I entered W Curtis Draper Tobacconist with a female friend. As soon as we get inside, of a place full of middle men customers and employees, we are asked for our ID's. "Ladies, your ID's please". There was no greetings, no hello, no manners, beforehand. Right after that, the employee said "if you don't have your ID you have to step out". I understand this is the law; however, the way and tone we were treated was patronizing. Was it because we were two women buying goods in a place where male are the costumers? Whatever the reason is, there are other ways to treat customers regardless of their gender. read more

Drapers....ohh Drapers, what is there bad to say about this place? Selection is awesome, staff is over the top helpful, location is nice, owner goes above and beyond to offer amazing service, which progresses as you visit more and more. Also what is truly amazing is the events they host every month, and their big festival every September, Little Smoke. All I have to say is Drapers is awesome, and ever since I started coming here (travelling), to when I moved here permanently, their impeccable service will keep me coming back for years to come. read more

An exceptional cigar store, and the finest in DC. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and approachable. The store is well-stocked with cigars and accessories, and in a perfect location downtown. Tough to find somewhere to sit and smoke your purchase, but that is half the fun when you do find a spot to relax and enjoy your cigar. One of the best cigar stores I have been to, and glad to call it my hometown place. read more

I recently moved to Washington, DC from NYC and was told that Drapers was the shop in DC by my NYC shop De La Concha. Well, all I can say is WOW!!! What a great shop, great selection, beautiful lounge area, and outstanding customer service. From what I was told by John, one of the proprietors, was that the 15th street location is new and that they had to move due to landlord issues. I have never seen the old location but the new space is drop dead gorgeous. The entry way is like a walk thru a museum with all of the antique pipes, boxes, etc. and it leads you to this amazing American flag which is built in to the counter. There are nooks and crannies everywhere which invite you to explore, you never know what you may find. Make sure you take some time to sit and enjoy your cigar in their lounge. I have met some incredible people while smoking in the shop; if you are into networking then you need to make Drapers a stop on your circuit. There are TVs spread thru out the store and I was able to watch some college basketball the last time I stopped by. Great Smokes, great service, great people, great lounge. What more can a cigar smoker ask for? Steve read more

good collection of cigars and excellent advice on selecting the right one to impress any price point.

Just a warning....this is going to be another "Draper's is the sh#t" review. It's nice to go somewhere in DC that isn't going to judge you based on the price of the product you buy. Many of the people who work there are owners and have been there for years. Peeps are professionals, and they act that way. And it makes the whole visit a real treat. Great selection of the standard smokes, the high rollers, and the rare / hard to find special edition brag-to-your-friends stuff. Ample seating. Big open space with good ventilation. A stone's throw from the White House. And on the First Friday of each month they have some sort of special going that's always worth it. Veteran or novice, this is a great place for a cigar. read more