What do you look for in a cigar lounge?

[hardrock86]

I have a friend who is considering opening a cigar lounge in a metropolitan area. What would you guys look for in a lounge, or what would you do differently than the current lounges around your area?

Thanks in advance.

[zepp69]

Clean, spacious, nice seating, leather preferred, tv, drinks available, lockers for storage. Nice stogie and accessory availability. Knowledgeable staff.

[PSU OpusX]

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Clean, spacious, nice seating, leather preferred, tv, drinks available, lockers for storage. Nice stogie and accessory availability. Knowledgeable staff.
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All of the above. I'm also lucky that my local has an area that is for members only and that area can be accessed 24/7/365. If I want to go in a 2am to smoke a cigar, I can! It's probably the best feature of the place.

[Gee-Man]

[quote author=zepp69 link=topic=41820.msg171226#msg171226 date=1494877043]
Clean, spacious, nice seating, leather preferred, tv, drinks available, lockers for storage. Nice stogie and accessory availability. Knowledgeable staff.
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Yes and Yes.......and doesn't stock Acids.  :cal: :gotcha:

[MahDooRow]

A good HVAC system that can keep up with the smoke at peak times.  I know this is pretty basic, but I've experienced cigar lounges that have substandard air circulation and it's no fun.

[Nortiz21]

Definitely a good ventilation system, there's nothing worse than your eyes watering and burning due to smoke in your eyes. Comfortable seats, a couple TV's, a variety of cigars, lockers and a coffee machine, Drinks can be BYOB. Most importantly is a knowledgeable and welcoming staff. People at my local B&M go in not only for the sticks but to just sit and have great conversation with the owner. Best of luck to your buddy!

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[CanuckSARTech]

Good ventilation, first and foremost.  And quiet and effective too.

Then KNOWLEDGEABLE STAFF next.  A HUGE turn-off to a spot when a staff member doesn't know at least basic info.  I mean, not necessarily an enthusiast / smoker themselves (though it's a huge help), but they better know the basics.

All the rest is just luxury fluff - nice to have, but you "can't put lipstick on a gorilla" if the first and main two needs aren't met.

[Nihon_Ni]

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A good HVAC system that can keep up with the smoke at peak times.  I know this is pretty basic, but I've experienced cigar lounges that have substandard air circulation and it's no fun.
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I couldn't agree more.  I could care less about all the other features, if I'm choking on smoke, I'm leaving.