Pipe smoking in a cigar bar

weedsnager

Can't Leave

Jun 30, 2015

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31

Nw Indiana

• Oct 7, 2016

• #1

I don't smoke inside my house. With the cold weather approaching, I thought I'd ask what you guys think the proper etiquette is for pipe smoking in a cigar bar that doesn't sell pipes, or pipe tobacco. Usually when i go into a cigar bar/lounge, I don't bring my own cigar, I buy one there. Do any of you guys go to a cigar lounge to smoke a pipe and not buy anything ?

 

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aldecaker

Lifer

Feb 13, 2015

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42

• Oct 7, 2016

• #2

No, but to be fair, the one I use does sell pipe stuff, so I always make sure to drop a couple bucks.

 

derfatdutchman

Lifer

Jun 4, 2014

1,134

1

• Oct 7, 2016

• #3

If I'm going to use their lounge, then I make a purchase it helps the owner keep the lights on.

 

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sfduke

Starting to Get Obsessed

Apr 14, 2012

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250

• Oct 7, 2016

• #4

Usually not an issue, but recommend asking for "permission" before lighting up a pipe in a cigar bar. I know of a few cigar lounges that prohibit pipe smoking depending on the day, customers, etc.

 

voorhees

Lifer

May 30, 2012

3,834

939

Gonadistan

• Oct 7, 2016

• #5

I was just thinking of visiting an cigar bar/speakeasy this weekend. I won't take my pipe, just have a cigar from their selection and a drink.

 

texmexpipe

Part of the Furniture Now

Oct 20, 2014

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246

• Oct 7, 2016

• #6

Never hurts to ask. I'd certainly buy something to help them out.

 

pagan

Lifer

May 6, 2016

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West Texas

• Oct 7, 2016

• #7

Never hurts to ask. I'd certainly buy something to help them out.

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Do they sell drinks or coffee, make some kind of purchase even if its a new lighter

 

tslex

Lifer

Jun 23, 2011

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15

• Oct 7, 2016

• #8

You certainly want to be a customer, and there's always something you can buy -- fuel for a lighter, magazines, coffee etc. I've smoked a pipe in a lot of cigar lounges across the country and never had anyone have an issue with the pipe itself.

 

iamn8

Lifer

Sep 8, 2014

4,248

14

Moody, AL

• Oct 7, 2016

• #9

Have you considered buying something there to support the shop? :nana:

The only cigar bar I ever went in had a sign saying no pipe smoking. At the time I wasn't a pipe smoker, but the smell of cigar smoke is VERY different from pipes so I can certainly see it being an issue.

 

randelli

Part of the Furniture Now

Nov 21, 2015

914

5

• Oct 7, 2016

• #10

I usually get a maker's - neat with 3 cubes.

 

philobeddoe

Lifer

Oct 31, 2011

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11,742

East Indiana

• Oct 7, 2016

• #11

As already mentioned, ask the proprietor if they mind, it's polite. Next, make sure you spend a few bucks, buy a stick or a can of butane etc., I'm sure you can find something in a cigar bar to spend $5.00 on!

 

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dkaye201

Starting to Get Obsessed

Jun 13, 2016

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0

• Oct 7, 2016

• #12

I agree with what's been posted. I frequently go to cigar bars, and I bring my pipe. I spend some money on a cup of coffee or some supplies (butane, etc.) and then proceed to smoke my pipe. I have never had anyone stop me.

 

ssjones

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Staff member

May 11, 2011

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• Oct 7, 2016

• #13

The NYC Pipe club meets at the Soho Cigar bar. I always buy something to eat and a few drinks. Other than the club guys, I never see anyone smoking a pipe. I do see other's eating/drinking smoking cigarettes, so I guess on non-club nights a pipe would be find as long as you are buying something.

 

gphenry

Starting to Get Obsessed

Jul 5, 2014

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3

• Oct 7, 2016

• #14

My last visit I purchased a tin of Escudo, though I had tobacco with me, at the shop before sitting down for my smoke. I buy pipe cleaners and other bits, even a cigar on occasion. I agree, it is polite to support your local shop through purchases.

 

daveinlax

Charter Member

May 5, 2009

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2,713

WISCONSIN

• Oct 7, 2016

• #15

In the cigar world pipe smokers are thought of as notorious cheapskates. Don't be that guy. Unless you're a regular who spends $1000's a year I figure $10 or $15 bucks an hour for chair time will keep you welcome. I travel for work and have been the new guy with fresh ears in a lot of shop lounges and I can tell you the owner and managers know who spends what. They all hate the guy who makes the lounge his office or living room for a couple of cheap sticks. 8O

 

deathmetal

Lifer

Jul 21, 2015

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32

• Oct 7, 2016

• #16

You need a space heater, a tent, and a garage. Just sayin'

 

warren

Lifer

Sep 13, 2013

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Foothills of the Chugach Range, AK

• Oct 7, 2016

• #17

Yup, those recommending a purchase are correct. That chair is costing the owner X number of cents every hour of every day, whether the shop is open or closed. It's only fair for you to pay a bit to cover the costs and provide a wee bit of profit. This will help insure the shop is there next time you wish to stop in and take advantage the amenities.

 

weedsnager

Can't Leave

Jun 30, 2015

338

31

Nw Indiana

• Oct 7, 2016

• #18

Agreed....

 

deathmetal

Lifer

Jul 21, 2015

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32

• Oct 7, 2016

• #19

It depends on who you are.
Some people draw in others based on just who they are...
Others, the most they do is buy something.
Either way: advance the B&M. Make it bigger. Make it cooler. Contribute.
You'll do fine.

 

fishingandpipes

Part of the Furniture Now

Aug 24, 2013

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48

• Oct 7, 2016

• #20

There have been three cigar bars in my town that I know of, two now closed (have been for awhile). In one of the closed ones, they didn't care because they made their money on liquor. In the other, there was a "cutting fee" for lighting your pipe, $10 I think. In the one that's still open, they don't care, and I don't know how they're still open. I think because it's a tourist trap, and they charge $30 for a $5 glass of whiskey.
Long story short, it's not the pipe they care about, just spend some bucks.