As I've stated in my other tobacco shop review, I got into pipe smoking for research I was doing, so I gained firsthand knowledge about pipes, tobaccos, and pipe smoking as a "culture." Of the tobacco shops I've been to, this one is the most "sophisticated" as far as appearance; it has that masculine air you expect of a smoker's lounge. This place is relatively small (read: cozy) and the staff are friendly. The humidity-controlled room containing the tobaccos and cigars was clean and organized, but the tobacco selection was T I N Y. I think they had maybe three to six types (I'm leaning towards three). I bought my first pipe and tobacco here, which was fun.
Not all Havana Cigar Companies are created equal. I went to one on Paradise Rd and was shocked at the total disarray of their tobacco collection. The location at MonteLago doesn't appear to sell anything but nice-quality basics for pipe smokers, but that was fine for me. I'd go back to enjoy the lounge if I were still a pipe smoker.