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Gran Havana Cigar & Hookah Lounge
745 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, United States
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Gran Havana Cigar & Hookah Lounge
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Mi
Review №1

Their handmade cigars are the best in San Diego. Great coffees and desserts also. This is the perfect spot for in between dinner and nightlife. Ahmed the owner is wonderful and they will walk you through all of their cigars. Such good service!

An
Review №2

Love the place, the vibe and the staff, they’re very kind and generous. The seating is comfortable(lots of couches everywhere to sit in and relax for a long time) hookah was good as well with a lot of premium flavors. Have been here almost 10 times, this is my favorite hookah place in San Diego and everything is way better here than Mina Lounge. The desserts are delicious as well. Definitely recommend this place!

Sa
Review №3

I had terrible experience!Hookah was so bad that it tasted nothing like i ordered. The waitress on duty came when i asked for some charcoal, she picked up an old one from another hookah of a person “left” she said and put it on my hookah!!! I asked if it was used she replied and said “yeah but he left” I couldn’t believe she did that and asked her to never do that again!! Her reply was “why not “ I was just shocked and returned my hookah.They should definitely do some tainting for their staff of things that should NEVER BE DONE!!

Wy
Review №4

This was hands down the best experience of the weekend! The owner and the staff were welcoming and friendly. They were down to earth and treated everyone with respect even for those that werent avid smokers. The atmosphere was relaxed yet sophisticated and allowed for pleasant conversations while adding to the nuances of the experience. The cigars and hookah were smooth and had great flavor/body. The food was amazing! I only wish I wasnt as full when I came so I could have tried more than just the honey cake (which was delectable!!). I will be returning here the next time Im in San Diego and also plan on purchasing some more cigars from their online store. Overall I cannot recommend this place enough as the experience is one in a million and I got lucky enough to be part of it when I walked past and ended up turning around to go in.

Da
Review №5

Great place to stop in while in San Diego. Perfect for us, cigars and hookah. Great hand rolled cigars, Great atmosphere, and friendly service. Highly recommend trying this place if youre unsure where to go.

TJ
Review №6

This is me and my wifes favorite spot. Dont be intimidated by the beautiful decor. They are so warm and friendly here. They made us feel so welcomed. You dont have to be a cigar or hookah aficionado to enjoy this place. In fact, you dont even have to smoke. They have delicious Gelato and great coffee and tea selection. Do yourself a favor and find this hidden gem in downtown SD.

de
Review №7

Fantastic lounge with excellent service. The humidor is filled with their own high-end brand of hand-rolled cigars featuring Nicaraguan tobacco. (I found the Maduro to be a well aged medium-bodied smoke instead of the expected full- bodied flavor. Excellent construction without a single flaw.) The lounge also features hookah which seemed to be most popular on the night I stopped in. Gourmet cakes & treats as well as amazing coffee, espresso drinks & teas are featured. I highly recommend the Cuban coffee... it was perfect!

Br
Review №8

Amazing atmosphere and service. Owner and staff were courteous and welcoming to all. Prices are well below what you would expect for such service and quality. We had cigars, hookah, teas and the honey cake all of which was out of this world. Cigar quality and burn was above expectations, hookah was smooth and tasteful. The Chai tea is hands down best Ive ever had, and the cake was moist and delicious. Favorite spot in San Diego for any of the above, will definitely revisit.

Jo
Review №9

This is our Second time here. We love the fresh hand rolled cigars.I Recommend the medium size, medium strength red label cigar.Very comfortable lounge, clean furniture and bathroom.Duke is my go to guy. He is very knowledgeable.

Am
Review №10

The Amazing service here really helps set the tone. We first stopped by in the early afternoon to have a Turkish coffee and the gentleman that helped us was so great that we, of course, went back at night for hookah and a cigar after dinner and had great service again! The hookah taste was great and lasted. The in house rolled and aged cigars are top quality. Highly recommend and look forward to going back.

ge
Review №11

Nice Spot in San Diego Downtown and the staff cares about the customers. Ive been here before opening and theyve allowed my party to pruchase cigars.Theyve pushed through the pandemic to continue servicing locals, and are short staffed so be patient with them, because they are doing their best.Great selection of cigars and they offer gelato and drinks as well. Great mocha coffee in the mornings.

Sa
Review №12

If I could I would rate this place 10 stars! Loved the Toro cigar. Super smooth! Best coffees here too and awesome service! We will definitely be back!

Th
Review №13

Great hang out spot here in San Diego!

La
Review №14

Absolutely amazing experience! Thank you to the best staff, we’ll definitely be back

Sa
Review №15

Great Service, amazing ambiance and decor, the hookah itself is probably the best Ive had in california and the place itself is my favourite hookah lounge so far. Its chill and I love that it does not have loud music. The menu is also cute and unique. This place is not basic at all!

Mi
Review №16

The cigars and coffee are excellent. Im not super into cigars but the friendly staff helped me find something I enjoyed; all their cigars are rolled on site. Classy establishment with a laid back, fun vibe. My crew and I brought+played Monopoly (which they were cool with), sipped coffee, smoked and had a great time 👍🏻

Zu
Review №17

Very few places in life leave an impression on you and this is one of those places where you feel welcomed and at home. The abundance of nice things to mention about this place is plenty so I will highlight the few things that captured my attention - extremely delicious assortment of coffee drinks produced with some of the best coffee equipment in the market. Cigar selection that is both locally rolled and some select cigars from the outside. Ambiance is impressive that speaks volumes about the detail and attention paid towards making this place one of a kind. Dessert? Sure, eat your heart out with gelato and pastries. Please join me in appreciating this place and the people that make this place extra special. Welcome to little Havana.

Ah
Review №18

Definitely need to come. What an excellent place. not too loud music . Good hookah / sheesha. And the cigars r just wow. Definitely recommend. I would go there any day. Probably the best place in town.

Al
Review №19

Great shop and very friendly owner. Found an excellent cigar. From your friendly Montana connection!

Ro
Review №20

I went here just before going on ship last year. The calm/relaxed atmosphere just puts you in a chill mode. The music and service compliments it all. Staff were attentive and friendly and the gelato is great. I would definitely recommend going here for a relaxing night.

Ta
Review №21

Cool to see cigar rolling in person. Duc was awesome for helping me choose what to smoke based on my preferences. Both my cigar & chai latte were delicious!

Ke
Review №22

Great selection of premium hand rolled cigars. Friendly and helpful staff.

An
Review №23

I am a regular here and it is for good reason. I love having meetings, eating the desserts, the music, the atmosphere and the great conversation thats easy for my company and I to get into here. Icebreakers are effortless at this spot.

Ar
Review №24

Nice decor but service was lacking

ta
Review №25

I always come here with my friends . It’s really nice spot to chill and relax .. Last time we were there . Duc offered an outstanding customer service. He was very nice and made us feel very comfortable. I truly loved his energy . He took care of us well .

Mi
Review №26

This place has hand made cigars. The best Ive ever had!

Mo
Review №27

This is place is heaven for any Cigars lover or Hookah smokers, they roll the cigars live in front of you and the do the aging and they have all kinds of cigars and tools, the staff super, from the cashier Aiesha and the Hookah Master Celina is best how Hookah maker and duke is friendly waiter, i tried the Turkish coffee with milk was amazing and here i smoke the best Grape with Mint hookah in San Diego, will come again soon

Ch
Review №28

Incredible service! A greeting and a smile from the moment we stepped foot through the door! We were walked through a couple of recommendations, and easily moved through the process as they even lit our cigar. Our drink was promptly brought to our table, and we were periodically checked upon. The cigar was full of flavor, rolled extremely well, and smoked just as great!

Ge
Review №29

Not only they have a pretty good selection of cigars and hookahs but their vanilla Latte is out of this world.I have had many vanilla lattes in my life but this one made me go back, when I was downtown San Diego. Seriously, I am amazed and I will be a permanent customer just for that.

Co
Review №30

This place always has a great vibe. Its clean, classy and you have a choice of smoking a cigar or having your favorite flavor of hookah. They also have a variety of coffees and teas, juices and other beverages. Have a Gelato or a slice of gourmet cake or a pastry for that sweet tooth. This place is super cozy and has a living room type of comfort feel to it. I highly recommend it!

G
Review №31

Great cigars but no alcoholic drinks. Really great staff. Certainly would go back.

Be
Review №32

Stopped in here of a whim as I explored the Gas Lamp Quarter. It had a very interesting vibe between the cigars, gelato and coffee. The Gelato itself was top notch but better even was the staff. The man serving me was very into it, and provided with excellent detail on the selection. He ultimately helped me pick a flavor I would have otherwise passed on.

Ro
Review №33

Had a great time at Gran Havana Cigar. Coffee, tea and cigars delicious. Absolutely coming back next weekend.

Mi
Review №34

Elegant. Big art-deco vibes, great food/drinks/tobacco. Oozes class but priced to match, they even charge for a glass of water.

Mi
Review №35

Incredible atmosphere and service. The kind of place you go to for something special and unique, for an honest conversation or just a lot of fun.

Ma
Review №36

Good cigars and large smoking area

St
Review №37

Thank you duc for the great service and the recommendation on the cigar. I enjoy the service and the coffee was great definitely coming back.

Ia
Review №38

Wow, what a wonderfull lounge! Great service, attitude, atmospere. Ill be back for sure

Ki
Review №39

Great establishment for a great time to be had by all.

Ta
Review №40

Showed up at 1145 when it says they are open until 2. Was told we’re closed see you tomorrow.

Na
Review №41

The best chill late night spot for hookah, tea, and dessert

Um
Review №42

Totally perfect - hand rolled Cigars made in here and good shisha but really awesome staff.Ill make you a mix and if you dont like it dont pay for it!!

Ro
Review №43

Love this place, very relaxing!!

Gr
Review №44

Slow service,very high prices and only serves coffee and no alcohol.Very disappointed!

Jo
Review №45

Very relaxed place to end an evening

Co
Review №46

Strong cigar. Good coffee. Good service. Overpriced though.

Be
Review №47

Hand rolled cigars with mint tea was a great time. They were very helpful in picking out a delicious cigar too. The atmosphere was perfect for a few friends or a book.

ri
Review №48

Great service, fine cigars, outstanding coffee and wonderful atmosphere.... I’ll be back

En
Review №49

Mag·nif·i·cent ! impressively beautiful experience.

Da
Review №50

Great place to relax and enjoy. Have many choices for hookah and cigars. Excellent customer service from Aisha and everyone woeking there. Definitelly recommend it. Not many places are like this one.

Ju
Review №51

A super chill spot in the Gaslamp. Off the main strip so it is not as noisy as the hookah lounges on 5th but still in the party district.

Pa
Review №52

Excellent ambience 👌

Ca
Review №53

Quick trip to San Diego and walked by the lounge after dinner. Very relaxed atmosphere that lends itself to just sitting and enjoying the person, or people, your with. Service was top notch and the cigar was great. The maduro was a nice medium bodied cigar that had pretty consistent flavor throughout the smoke. Overall, an awesome experience.

Da
Review №54

Friendly and informative staff

Ra
Review №55

Great sticks and coffee

Ca
Review №56

Always a great place to relax a have a stogie. After a long day at work. One of the best cigar places downtown.

Ve
Review №57

Love this spot. Its chill & great space to work.

N
Review №58

This place is truly a gem. Went in for a nice hookah session and truly enjoyed it. Service was good, music was NOT loud and annoying. Could hear conversations without yelling unlike most hookah lounges. Definitely a new favorite

so
Review №59

From the servers to the owner, all what I can say is they are beyond incredible, amazing, professional, and so on...This was my first time at Gran Havana whole visiting SD and I will always come here whenever Im in SD. The atmosphere is a mixture of fantastic feelings. The setting from lighting couches and decoration, and Hookah designs were all picked very carefully to make the place shine. I wish we have a branch for Gran Havana in LA. The place is classy, casual which is very smart from the owner. The sound system was worked on professionally. Keep up the great work and please open in LA😍👌👍👏🏻

Du
Review №60

Very lucky that I found this coffee and gelato place! Such a good coffee and my kiddo loved the mango gelato!!

Mi
Review №61

Very relaxed atmosphere. Great staff, all of them were really nice. Also, the food was delicious.Thank you for your awesome service!

Ju
Review №62

A must to visit if you enjoy cigars and coffee. First youre welcomed by Luis, the person hand rolling the cigars. The ambiance is very laid back and comfortable. You have to have a Cuban coffee, their coffee is top notch, you can tell is high quality. We enjoyed sitting by Luis and having cigar conversations. The only downside side is that a place cannot sell alcohol if you have hand rolled cigars in there, you can sell cigars an alcohol at the same time, just not have hand rolled cigars and sell alcohol... bummer! Still I definitely recommend this place.

Th
Review №63

Hand room cigars comfortable lounge

Pa
Review №64

I absolutely love this place! Me and my friend end up here all the time! Coffee, cigars, hookah, great gelato and such an amazing staff! Its open late, always, and has great music and such a comfortable place to hang out and talk. Highly recommend!

Br
Review №65

Cannot say enough about Rami. He is the wand guy from Harry Potter when it comes to finding you the perfect cigar for what you like.I’ve been in here many times. I’ll never go any place else. Do not underestimate this place.Trust me your in for a treat. Have an open mind and enjoy yourself.

Al
Review №66

Great service and fun hang

Ri
Review №67

Great Cigar lounge in SD. I visit Gran Havana whenever I am in the area.Good selection of their own Cigars and excellent customer service.Enjoyment 👍

As
Review №68

Such a cool store! My partner was able to purchase cigars while I ordered a latte. We enjoyed the temperate San Diego weather and people watching out on the patio. All the cigars were all natural, not dipped in an liquor. My partner prefers them this way, natural, because they burn better. They also had a great selection of gelato and there were quite a few people using the Hookahs. Overall, an excellent stop.

Ni
Review №69

Customer service is always excellent and they have plenty of space and protocol to feel safe during Covid

Ry
Review №70

Awesome, great place and staff!

Da
Review №71

Great atmosphere. Great hosts. Great cigars. A great lounge to bring potential clients and build relationships. Will be coming back.

Ch
Review №72

Love their lines if cigars!

Ra
Review №73

Amazing ambiance! Great cigars and hookah.

Co
Review №74

Best cigars in all of Dan Diego. Home to my all time favorite cigar. Everytime I visit SD a stop at Gran Havana is guaranteed.

Ch
Review №75

Gran Havana Cigar & Hookah Lounge was a great experience. We were looking for a late night smoke and place to chill and found this place online. First, the space is clean, big and appointed well. Second, and most importantly, their humidor was awesome. They hand roll all of their cigars and their legit. From the wrapper and bands to the construction of the smoke itself, everything is exacting, including the marketing to guide you to strength and flavor profiles. The staff is top notch. Great place.

Ke
Review №76

Amazing place, staff are great and keep it entertaining, dont be afraid to do some requests. Tina and J(Jay/Justin) gonna get you right. Def coming back when Im home.

Ka
Review №77

Nice atmosphere and good service

Na
Review №78

Super nice staff. Very spacious. Lax atmosphere

Sl
Review №79

Very very shady! $25 for a house cigar is robbery. Had I know it was so expensive I would have got a brand name cigar. The guy couldnt light the cigar fast enough after i said i might try a house cigar. Once he had it lit he immediately handed to me. I felt obligated to pay for it even though I didnt want to spend that much. I was asking him questions about the house cigars, was not sure which one i wanted. He didnt even answer me. Just torched one of them up and told me $25 for the cigar. The cigar was actually good but not $25 good. Im positive this was the place.

Ge
Review №80

Pretty chilled spot, met an awesome local regular guest. Order the mocha cafe Christina made with love whom paid special attention to our services. Enjoyed my visit and would definitely recommend to anyone trying to find a chilled hang out spot

A
Review №81

Great place sit back and relax and smoke a cigar in the middle of the late downtown city life. All their cigars are hand made and a select few are aged. They also provide hookah in many flavors. Dont forget to order a tea.

Je
Review №82

A cigar AND hookah lounge which you don’t see very often. My boyfriend loves cigars but I prefer hookah so it was the perfect place for us to go out. The staff is friendly and the atmosphere is clean & high class. Everyone was knowledgeable in both the hookah aspect and the cigar aspect of the place.

Br
Review №83

I bought one of the Gran Toro Naturals from their shop on fourth ave, and really enjoyed it.I tried one again but from their seaport kiosk, and when I lit it up I was met with a bitter and rancid flavor. Talked to them about returning it for something of equal or lesser value, and they refused. It sucks because the man working was very kind, and I understand he couldnt go against his managers policy, but that unwillingness to cooperate is annoying, especially for cigars of such a high price.I was telling all my friends how they had to try their house blends, but after this experience, Im gonna tell them to just stick to the factory rolled.

Lu
Review №84

The best place for have Capuchino coffee and fresh natural fruit cake. Beautiful decorations and Duc always is nice and very helpful. The owner is very nice. This place have something for everyone.

Ch
Review №85

This place is off the hook. I don’t think I have enjoyed a nice cigar with just a Cuban cafe in quite some time. The ambiance and decor was top notch and the crowd was super chill. I really recommend it if your significant other likes a nice smoke in a chill atmosphere. It was kind of pricy but I think it’s worth the buck.

Ja
Review №86

A San Diego jewel. Great atmosphere, superior cigar, knowledgeable and attentive staff and fair price. An experience not to be missed.

We
Review №87

Great cigars. Watched some cigar rolling. Gelato and cappuccino were outstanding. Will not miss a chance to return here if back in the area. My wife, Laci, usually stops in for me annually. Fantastic place. Wish we it here.

Jo
Review №88

Simply cannot beat this place. If you arent feeling the normal high energy lounge and wish for a more relaxing and almost more mature place this is the one for you. The people that work here are beyond exceptional and treat you like family. You wont regret going here and I wish this we could bring this back to Seattle, WA

Br
Review №89

I’m here visiting San Diego for a concert from Los Angeles and came across this place while walking in downtown. Duc was extremely helpful and friendly and the place has a great vibe. Never seen a place like it and the desserts here are amazing

Ch
Review №90

Very nice setting, had a large variety of cigars and also desserts. Would recommend to anyone looking a chill place to smoke some cigars

At
Review №91

Ask for Duc if your there and he will treat you like a long last friend. This place has become a regular spot for my Thursday afternoons. I have a particular taste when it comes to quality, flavor, and presentation and they hit all marks here. True artisan/craftsman hookahs here. I recommend Double Apple for veteran smokers and Ducs Special for novices. If you dont mind cigar smoke also, its a great chill environment. All their coffees are exquisite and I enjoy the quality of the brew, EVEN ICED!!!

Ry
Review №92

Incredible spot. Great place to post up and work. Hand rolled cigars, low key environment, and Duc made the experience.

ri
Review №93

Every time I go to gran Havana Its an excellent experience, I highly recommend the pina colada hookah and the vanilla chai latte hot its made with love :)

Da
Review №94

They have some great tasting cigars. Even the irregulars are better than most other places

me
Review №95

Amazing, Great Atmosphere. Must try the gelato its unbelievably delicious. Exceptional service. Made for couples and family who like the downtown night out without having to deal with bunch of drunk kids. Its a chill place. You can enjoy your hookah or cigar without the loud music and carry on a conservation

Br
Review №96

Very cool lounge. On vacation from Detroit and was looking for a cigar lounge. Great cigars, great coffee and staff was great!

Nu
Review №97

Great cigars great service, perfect place to stop and relax. The people working here are very nice and very very informative, they really know there cigars here. Duc is the man hes the guy too ask if you have any questions. This guy will surprise you with all the knowledge hes got on cigars

Ev
Review №98

This place is gorgeous gem with an old world charm. We spent an amazing few hours relaxing by the sunny window with their world class coffee, cake and hookah. The service was outstanding and at the same time not pushy or rushed or overwhelming. Everything tasted fantastic. We didnt want to leave.

Ja
Review №99

The service is top notch. Great atmosphere and awesome deserts and drinks. The cigars are well made and at a great pricing tier. Recommend to anyone who likes hookah, cigars or just somewhere to relax.

az
Review №100

Nice place. Excellent service. Best hookah in the town. Duc was friendly and professional

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  • Address:745 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, United States
  • Site:http://granhavana.com/
  • Phone:+1 619-234-2826
Categories
  • Cigar shop
  • Coffee shop
  • Dessert restaurant
  • Dessert shop
  • Hookah bar
  • Ice cream shop
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–2AM
  • Tuesday:10AM–2AM
  • Wednesday:10AM–2AM
  • Thursday:10AM–3AM
  • Friday:10AM–3AM
  • Saturday:10AM–2AM
  • Sunday:10AM–2AM
From the business
  • Identifies as women-led:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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