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Lone Star Tobacco
122 Vintage Park Blvd, Houston, TX 77070, United States
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Review №1

Got my first decent pipe. Excellent price when compared to online prices. Enjoying a morning bowl now. Cigar price and selection rivals the best in town. The smell of the store is amazing, and the pipe tobacco I picked up is very aromatic and tastes better than any cigar I have ever had. Its hard to explain cigars often have too much of a room note and you will just agitate people after a smoke. However, after a bowl out of the pipe it sent my wife in a tizzy. Im enjoying the new hobby, the ceremony and ritual is very relaxing.

Ti
Review №2

I just got into smoking cigars and knew nothing about them. We were going to dinner next door and decided to stop in. We were greeted very welcoming and had our questions answered and more. We were taught so much to have a enjoyable first time and i was not disapointed. I cant recommend enough

Jo
Review №3

Buying on line is one thing but on hands customer service is king. People are very knowledgeable and will give you thier best honest opinion. Great selection and a pleasant atmosphere to browse or shop

Za
Review №4

Place has a great selection, and knowledgeable friendly staff. That are willing to help you find what your looking for. The number one place I go for my cigar needs. There really is no need for a second place.

Da
Review №5

Great selection of cigars and a very knowledgeable staff. The owner Forbes is a walking encyclopedia of cigar knowledgeable.

Ga
Review №6

I really like this place. Has a nice selection of sticks and the staff is very knowledgeable. If you have lighter trouble or just seeking info or accessories, this a great place.

Mi
Review №7

Great place. Very friendly people with a great variety of good cigars. They really take time make sure you have a good experience and understand the cigars you are buying. They also sell accessories and pipe tobacco which is nice if you want something different.

Ja
Review №8

Amazing selection and the most helpful staff ever! Thanks guys! Ill be back.

D.
Review №9

Friendly, knowledgeable staff, great selection. Highest recommendation.

ro
Review №10

Great, old fashioned tobacco shop with a well stocked humidor. Cool looking lounge (for members). FWIW, I always see a very diverse clientele. Very welcoming atmosphere.

Ka
Review №11

Great smoke shop. This cigar store has a wonderful selection of cigars, including many exclusive or limited release examples that are hard to find elsewhere. If you are looking for gifts for a smoker they have tons of lighters, Ash trays, humidors, and more! Very informative and helpful staff. Indoor smoking area is members only, but there is a patio if you want to smoke at the shop.

Br
Review №12

My God its full of cigars! Arriving early for lunch Saturday with a buddy near Willowbrook mall and I googled as I always do cigars shop near me. The only thing that came up was Lone Star Tobacco. I was skeptically until I saw the positive Google maps entry and photos. It looked like a interesting, fun real cigar store-just what the doctor ordered.Lunch done and a six minute drive later I was blown away by a hybrid of an old school B&M wrapped in a Galleria Uptown Park facade. But, this place set itself apart with lovely bones, as they say. It was crammed wall to wall, top to bottom, inch by ever loving inch with tobbacco accessories.  Then, like some orphan waif on a pilgrimage trying to deliver a letter to the North Pole, I entered the walk-in humidor.  It was like stumbling into Santas secret workshop where he keeps all the best toys. It was deceptively large space like a coal mines with new veins of the finest cigars to be plucked and harvested all around you. Im a humidor rat so I geeked out from sensory overload. You want it they had it. They had it all and then some (my camera all ready low on battery strength valiantly recorded a record of what I could for those who will come searching for me. The photo of the Bigfoot walking into the caverness humi smoking a LFD will have them puzzled for decades. Lol!). I purchased a few discount smokes, but realized this was where a labor of love met commerce-a small temple to all things good about cigars. It was like being twelve all over again and desiring to squat Indian style and read comic books on the floor for hours, lost in thought, escape, fantasy and pure bliss, but with cigars now.There was a few cons for me, while simple to find it, it was a long drive for me, and had only a members lounge to smoke. The volume of merchandise devoted to cigar afficinados was immense. But, because of that the aisles were a wee bit narrow to navigate. Although, they had a great many metal chairs and tables set up out front to smoke outside, a inside public area is always a welcomed touch, but it is what it is. A pleasant suprise was the long hours (10 am -10 pm) almost daily, except for Sunday. The staff was attentive, helpful and extremely knowledgable. This cigar store got it right and they know it and are proud of that fact. I was going to pass them by for another day where I had more time to spend and explore, but I just had a gut feeling I should make the time to visit that day. And for that I was rewarded greatly.  I highly recommend Lone Star Tobacco as a MUST visit. I know Ill be back, just not as often as I like. It a strong contender for a top five cigars shop in the greater Houston area, if not the state. Why? There so much more steak than sizzle here. So, despite my devilous nature, I think Ill strongly consider changing my way to visit Santas cigar workshop again.

Ch
Review №13

Great cigars, awesome selection, great atmosphere!

Th
Review №14

Every time Ive visited there Ive been welcomed and helped with guys that know a lot about what they love! Great atmosphere, tons of selections, a lounge for members or bars close by if you feel a little extra social!.

Mo
Review №15

My husbands and my favorite cigar shop to go to!

St
Review №16

New outdoor space is great 👍

ma
Review №17

Owners are very knowledgeable and they have the best collection of cigars that i have seen.

Br
Review №18

Excellent service and selections! Sunday Chill!

Jo
Review №19

Great selection, super nice help, very pleasant lounge, and ways a hot pot of coffee

Ma
Review №20

Great place to buy your favorite cigars, there stock is outstanding. And cigars are always in good condition.

s
Review №21

This is one of the very few independent cigar shops left in Houston. Great selections, friendly and knowledgable staff. Open late, which is nice for after dinner cigar hunting. Prices are reasonable. Convenient location and plenty of parking. I cannot say enough good things about this place. Give them a try if you are new in town.

El
Review №22

What a great place! great selection and smells great

Na
Review №23

Awesome customer service, came in for a present for my husband and the gentlemen was super nice! I don’t smoke but I just might!

Jo
Review №24

Very knowledgeable, recommended a few cigars which I throughly enjoyed.

ma
Review №25

Best cigar shop in houston!!

Br
Review №26

Awesome cigar selection and a good variety of pipes, lighters, and cutters. Very friendly staff and laid back environment to hang out for a smoke.

Ki
Review №27

Good quality cigars

St
Review №28

Staff is great. Picked up a few stocking staffers at some great prices.

Da
Review №29

Great place to get your cigars. Friendly and very helpful.

Da
Review №30

Friendly and knowledgable staff with a great selection of cigars.

Ja
Review №31

Great selection, superb people.

Jo
Review №32

Staff is very knowledgeable and helpful, and their tobacco is great quality. Turns out the vanilla custard tobacco doubles as an air freshener. I left it in my car for an hour or so and my car smelled like a dessert shop. Cherry is also a great choice. They also have a wide variety of cigars available.Ive purchased a couple of pipes, pipe tools, and a few ounces of tobacco from Lone Star Tobacco and will be back for more when the time comes.

Jo
Review №33

Stopped in to buy a cigar and do some work in their lounge. Not being from Houston I was looking for a place to work and enjoy a stick in their lounge. I offered to purchase a stick from their humidor if I could work there but their policy is Members Only. I explained my situation but Jake & Jack would not let me use their lounge. So instead I left and went somewhere else to buy my cigars and work. I will not stop here next time I am in town nor will I recommend them to anyone else. What an arrogant place! I wouldnt buy a Swisher Sweets from this place.

Da
Review №34

This is an awesome place to get a cigar if you’re in the DFW area. Lots of friendly people and the place is always welcoming. The owners here knows how to treat their customers like family

Jd
Review №35

I love the house blend, the flavor Definitely out weights the price point. At 5 bucks a stick! Great job!

St
Review №36

By far the best place to pickup an occasional cigar, or stock up the humidor at home. All of the staff is friendly and very helpful. Very happy to have Lone Star Tobacco just a short drive from the house!

Al
Review №37

As someone relatively new to cigar smoking I was pleased with how helpful the staff is at Lone Star Tobacco. They took the time in teaching me about the cigars and helping me select several to try. I have since returned multiple times to purchase and experience new and delicious smokes.Lone Star Tobacco is my go to store and will continue to see repeat business from me. With the selection they have you will always have something new to try.

Ja
Review №38

One of the best selections in town with their huge walk in humidor. Friendly knowledgeable service, store has been in the area a long time.

X
Review №39

Went in to purchase some cigars as gifts. Walked in knowing nothing...walked out feeling educated. Huge selection!! Staff was amazingly helpful!! Wonderful, kind, and patient!! They all seemed very genuinely glad to help...just a great atmosphere, great folks...have been back several times now!

Ge
Review №40

Staff is very helpful and knowledge. Im a casual smoker so always fun to visit and see the large selection.

Al
Review №41

Love this place, great selection and great prices. Ive been coming here for about 2 years now and the gentlemen that work here are always a big help. From helping me pick a good cigar to helping me cure my humidor. This is my go to cigar shop!

St
Review №42

Great selection. Some times the staff is pretty friendly most of the time.

Jo
Review №43

Great service and knowledgeable guys who work there.

Ra
Review №44

Nice selection

Ch
Review №45

I recently purchased my first couple of cigars here and it was a great experience. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff.Since then Ive been to a couple other stores in Houston and Lone Star Tobacco is the best, hands down!Great selection of cigar boxes & a nice looking members lounge too.

St
Review №46

Long time acquaintances. Great folks - honest & reasonable prices if you want cigars. I enjoy visiting this establishment.

Da
Review №47

Great place to grab a quick stogie. Good selection even for the budget smokers!

Sa
Review №48

Just left there and the staff was great!!! Ill be coming back when Im in Houston!!

Ke
Review №49

Wonderful little tobacco shop with a good selection of pipes and pipe tobacco. Very friendly staff. Very upscale shopping area!

fi
Review №50

Great selection of cigars. Two older guy in the shop, one of them extremely nice, the other one not at all. He rushed me out the shop while looking for some cigars in the humidor, telling me to make it quick because it was time to close, even though it was 15 minutos till closing time. I purshases two cigars (the first ones I had taken a look at) and left 10 minutes before closing time, same time they started turning the light off and closing the doors, guess they were in a rush to leave. Didn’t felt welcomed.

Ma
Review №51

Very helpful staff. They helped me pick out some great pipe tobacco and recommended some excellent cigars. Great place if youre a cigar noob that doesnt want to feel stupid.

Da
Review №52

Great selection, great service and great conversation everytime I go in . They are always available for questions concerning new arrivals, contents of cigars and just a general over all knowledge of the inventory they carry . Whether a novice or cigar connoisseur they are able to meet all of your needs .

Ev
Review №53

I love this shop. The owner was very friendly and helpful.

Fe
Review №54

Excellent staff. Great cigars.

Ta
Review №55

You must have a membership to smoke in this shop. Otherwise you can sit outside. This place is not for a casual smoker of cigars such as myself.The place was clean and had a nice selection. The staff not so friendly. (two older men)We did not feel welcomed and chose to leaver without making any purchase. Giving a 2 star because 1 star is reserved for utter failure.

Ra
Review №56

Good price, good help, good variety. I smoke Pipe Tobacco and it is hard to find a place with a good variety of flavors.

Mi
Review №57

Everything is good about this place. Great cigar collection and they are all very heloful.

Al
Review №58

My favorite cigar shop. Great selections and good prices, become a member and get 10% off on your purchases.

Ka
Review №59

Top notice store these guys will help you out for all youre cigar needs.

Wa
Review №60

Best tobacconist in N. Houston. Very helpful staff, Great selection of sticks.

Sc
Review №61

All out Great place and outstanding staff.

La
Review №62

As a new pipe smoker, I found the information, though reluctant at first very informative and educational. The gentleman hand walked me through, piece by piece in helping me find my initial pipe and accessories.

Sa
Review №63

Came in looking for an auxiliary mouthpiece for my fathers pipe, staff was attentive and quick to assist me, even made a quality suggestion on starter pipe tobacco at request. Nice shop.

Aa
Review №64

Still relatively new to cigars and this place was a great find. Staff is exceptionally knowledgeable and answered all my questions without making me feel inferior. Will be back soon.

Ta
Review №65

Entirely too much attitude from the staff when I walked in the door. Acting like youre doing me a favor by letting me in the door means Ill be perfectly happy to walk right back out. I can go to my country club if I want to make fun of snobs with my buddies.

Ri
Review №66

Excellent supply of major brand cigars sold at competitive prices. Knowledge sales staff who can help the novice to experienced smoker.

An
Review №67

Great cigar and Tabacco Shop. The staff is very knowledgeable and they have a great selection. Highly recommend.

Ku
Review №68

Excellent costumer service, they answered all my questions about some of their products slso have some great deals on cugars. I reccomend you visit this place for all yout tobacco needs.

Ka
Review №69

Looking for good cigars these gentlemen know there stuff! Membership has its rewards!

Co
Review №70

Very good service a wealth of knowledge and a large selection

Ju
Review №71

One of my favorite cigar shops in any country. They have been in business for 40 years and have old and rare cigars.

Ch
Review №72

Great place well-mannered excellent prices to buy cigars another dudettes that you would want to enjoy smoking

WY
Review №73

Helpful workers and great selection. We always come get a cigar when were in the vintage area.

Ci
Review №74

Awesome selection and great hangout. Staff is friendly and helpful.

Ke
Review №75

Good selection of cigars but it might be best if they hired people that actually understand English.

Jo
Review №76

My and his buddy visited the shop today and had a similar experience to Terrance. Bad customer service and this day pass thing is utterly ridiculous. Considering the prices are so elevated. The only shop that I know that would rather lose customers then let them smoke the cigar that they purchased in the shop. Will make sure to tell all our friends not to come to this shop.

Ze
Review №77

Always great service, Davidoff selections and promos!Thanks to Forbes and staff!Cheers!

Ca
Review №78

Great selection and very helpful staff. The lounge (for members) is a cool place to hang out.

Ma
Review №79

First time in today staff friendly and knowledgeable about their tobacco so far vanilla custard is my favorite

Te
Review №80

I am from out of town, here in Houston for a week. A good friend and his family, also from out of town just happened to be at Fort Hood Texas this week so we decide to link up in Houston, grab some chow and a cigar. So far so good, right.We Google cigar shops and the reviews on this spot were great so we go. We were greeted by an older gentleman that promptly informed us within seconds of entering that the smoking lounge was for members only and we would not be allowed to sit and smoke. And, it didnt stop there... He told us we could sit outside and smoke (it was nearly 100 degrees at the time) or we could go down the street and sit outside at a restaurant that allowed smoking.We decided neither option was what we were looking for, but decided to give the humidor a look since we were there. My buddy decided to purchase a batch of cigars (nearly $100 dollars worth) and as he is cashing out I decided to ask the young guy at register if they would consider making an exception for a couple of retired military guys that had driven two hours each to get caught up over a good cigar?The young guy says to us the room is for members only, but we do have $5 dollar day passes you can buy and enter the room. When we inform him that his co-worker (the older guy) told us we would have to sit outside the young guy apologizes and gives us the passes and allowed us to enter the lounge.Im not trying to call this anything than what it felt like to my buddy and I... One he is Hispanic and I am Black. Together we have nearly 48 years of military service as Infantry and Special Forces officers. We spent nearly 12 mins or more with the older White guy and he made it VERY clear we had no chance in Hell smoking in the shopss lounge. He had more than enough time to tell us about the day pass option, instead he elected to tell us we could smoke outside or wait an hour and go down the street when a restaurant that allowed smoking opened...Thats how it happened... Plain and simple and I leave up to all that read this review to form their own conclusions.RESPONSE TO FORBES - 8/9/16Hello ForbesThanks for your kind response. Unfortunately, we are no longer in the area, but I do appreciate your offer. Your shop, humidor, selections and smoke lounge is indeed top notch. And, I do understand the members only concept. Ive seen it in my travels before. As a suggestion maybe as a suggestion programmed isnt the right direction for the employees and trained as a replacement would be better.Telling us we couldnt smoke in the lounge w/o purchasing the day pass, but the employees should mention that up front as well.Again, thanks for your professionalism and be blessed.T. MannsUSA, InfantryRetired

Cl
Review №81

Has everything Ill been trying to fine and more

Am
Review №82

Not only do they have the best selection of cigars in Houston, the staff is awesome, too. Forbes has been great to work with!!

Al
Review №83

Great selection great prices very friendly staff highly recommend

Se
Review №84

Great friendly customer service, very knowledgeable and great selection

Ka
Review №85

Great selection, AWESOME staff. Knew just what I wanted. Thank you!

he
Review №86

Great assistance in finding what we needed

Wo
Review №87

I went in to get a pipe, cigers, and pipe tobacco. As soon as I walked in I felt like I was at home, the service was great. Thanks

Ar
Review №88

Im 21 but I look like Im 18 and usually when I got to tobacco store I get treated like Im a fetus not this place though they are very respectful and understand that my money is just as green as the older guy with the beard

Th
Review №89

Lonestar Tobacco is no longer located here, this is now the site for Moes Irish Grill. Lonestar Tobacco is now on the south side of the next building.

JU
Review №90

I have visited this cigar shop twice, on both occasions I got a feeling that I wasn’t welcome. In my opinion, the cigars are way over priced and I would not be back.

Ra
Review №91

Large selection of great cigars

Va
Review №92

Great selection

Jo
Review №93

Friendly and knowledgeable staff.

sh
Review №94

Great place to get your Cigar!!

ty
Review №95

Awesome, helpful, friendly, knowledgeable

Ca
Review №96

Great selection and staff.

Di
Review №97

Great place great cigars

Da
Review №98

Great selecting of cigars.

Sa
Review №99

Nice store!

Do
Review №100

Pick up you DTC and 305’s here

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  • Address:122 Vintage Park Blvd, Houston, TX 77070, United States
  • Site:http://lonestartobacco.com/
  • Phone:+1 281-251-4440
Categories
  • Cigar shop
  • Tobacco shop
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–9PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–9PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–9PM
  • Thursday:10AM–9PM
  • Friday:10AM–9PM
  • Saturday:12–6PM
  • Sunday:10AM–9PM
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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