Club Aficionado Cigar Bar, Lounge and Restaurant
Mediterranean · Lake Forest
Savoring la dolce vita in Lake Forest
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About Club Aficionado Cigar Bar, Lounge and Restaurant
Specialty club with Mediterranean food & lounge seating offers cigars plus a full bar of drinks.
What Customers Say About Club Aficionado Cigar Bar, Lounge and Restaurant
Club Aficionado is a highly-rated cigar lounge known for its excellent service, extensive cigar selection, and delicious Mediterranean food, especially the kebabs. Customers consistently praise the friendly atmosphere and attentive staff, particularly Angela, Soyla, Jesus and Sara.
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Tip: Visit on Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday to enjoy their homemade Persian meals. Also, be aware of potential pricing discrepancies.
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Club Aficionado Cigar Bar, Lounge and Restaurant Lake Forest Reviews
I can't tell you with my limited writing skills how special this place is. It is the best representation of a small family business I have ever experienced. They remember your name and what you like. They hug you and make you feel like family every time. The cigars are premium and they're house cigars are some of the best I've ever had (Godmother cigars). The food is perfect and the drinks are exceptional. The ambiance is top notch too. You feel like you are in another country on vacation ever time you go. Service is 5 star and the characters there are hilarious, genuine, and kind. Love love love this cigar lounge. My favorite I have ever been to and I've been to a lot.
I recently had the pleasure of visiting this exceptional cigar lounge, and I must say, it exceeded all expectations. From the moment I stepped in, the ambiance was inviting and luxurious, setting the perfect tone for a relaxing evening. The Mediterranean food served after 5:30 was simply divine, with each dish bursting with flavor and freshness. The full bar and tap offered an impressive selection of drinks to complement every palate. But what truly sets this place apart is its premium cigar collections. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or just starting out, there's something here for everyone. Angela, the owner, and Josh, the manager, deserve a special mention for their warm hospitality and attention to detail. Their passion for creating a welcoming environment truly shines through in every aspect of the experience. Overall, I highly recommend this cigar lounge to anyone looking for an unforgettable evening of great food, drinks, and company.
This is one of the best cigar lounges I have ever relaxed at. Be sure to go on a day when they have their chef on (usually Wed, Thur, and Fri) when they serve homemade Persian meals. Simply the best food this side of The Middle East. The cigar selection is amazing. The lounge beautiful and relaxing. Well worth coming to as a destination. Definitely worth coming to for any celebration.
Loved finding this Cigar Lounge randomly! I was in the area and found it. Stopped by to grab a couple of things for my humidor and to my surprise, they have a very large selection of the best cigar brands. Even better, one of the best Old Fashioned I’ve had in a while! Josh and Ángela were very accommodating, courteous and sweet. I’ll definitely go back to visit.
What a gem of a find on my trip to California. This is an intimate, friendly bar with amazing, food, great selection of beverages to match up perfectly with the classy selection of the finest cigars. The Godmother herself and her team took great care of me, introduced themeselves and provided world class service. I felt like I'd been a member for years, and it was my very first visit. Even all the members there were welcoming. Chill, conversations, watch sports, have a meal, have a drink...and with a cigar. Does life get much better?
Can’t say enough about how great this cigar lounge is! The owners are fantastic The food really great and excellent cigars!! Try the Godmother! One of the best in California or anywhere!!!
I can't recommend this place enough. I come here with friends from church, and also after work, at times. The owner, Angela, and her staff are top-notch, the cigar selection is excellent, and the food is outstanding. I definitely recommend giving Club Aficianado a shot.
First time here, came with a close friend of mine who is a frequenter. Amazing cigar selection plus perfect atmosphere to enjoy a drink & smoke a stick. Wish I could have stayed longer. I’ll def be back. Thanks!
I came to this cigar bar because of the reviews I read on Google. I was not disappointed. The people here are wonderful. The cigars selection is vast. The TV is awesome to watch the games. They cook up wonderful Kebabs from chicken to shrimp to salmon. The food is just excellent. Then you can also get a Persian Tea to enjoy with your cigars. Great find.
This is the best cigar lounge in all of OC. The cigars and service are top tier. The food is fresh and delicious too! Highly recommend 10 out of 10
I'm an amateur cigar smoker only visited there once beautiful shop and Smoke Bar lots of wonderful cigars . Nice friendly atmosphere. After asking for help I purchased a diamond Crown cigar it was wonderfully not overwhelming just a nice taste . I will definitely return to the shop .
Soyla is the best doing customer service best experience cigars, drinks and food 🔥🔥🔥
I can't tell you with my limited writing skills how special this place is. It is the best representation of a small family business I have ever experienced. They remember your name and what you like. They hug you and make you feel like family every time. The cigars are premium and they're house cigars are some of the best I've ever had (Godmother cigars). The food is perfect and the drinks are exceptional. The ambiance is top notch too. You feel like you are in another country on vacation ever time you go. Service is 5 star and the characters there are hilarious, genuine, and kind. Love love love this cigar lounge. My favorite I have ever been to and I've been to a lot.
I recently had the pleasure of visiting this exceptional cigar lounge, and I must say, it exceeded all expectations. From the moment I stepped in, the ambiance was inviting and luxurious, setting the perfect tone for a relaxing evening. The Mediterranean food served after 5:30 was simply divine, with each dish bursting with flavor and freshness. The full bar and tap offered an impressive selection of drinks to complement every palate. But what truly sets this place apart is its premium cigar collections. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or just starting out, there's something here for everyone. Angela, the owner, and Josh, the manager, deserve a special mention for their warm hospitality and attention to detail. Their passion for creating a welcoming environment truly shines through in every aspect of the experience. Overall, I highly recommend this cigar lounge to anyone looking for an unforgettable evening of great food, drinks, and company.
This is one of the best cigar lounges I have ever relaxed at. Be sure to go on a day when they have their chef on (usually Wed, Thur, and Fri) when they serve homemade Persian meals. Simply the best food this side of The Middle East. The cigar selection is amazing. The lounge beautiful and relaxing. Well worth coming to as a destination. Definitely worth coming to for any celebration.
Loved finding this Cigar Lounge randomly! I was in the area and found it. Stopped by to grab a couple of things for my humidor and to my surprise, they have a very large selection of the best cigar brands. Even better, one of the best Old Fashioned I’ve had in a while! Josh and Ángela were very accommodating, courteous and sweet. I’ll definitely go back to visit.
What a gem of a find on my trip to California. This is an intimate, friendly bar with amazing, food, great selection of beverages to match up perfectly with the classy selection of the finest cigars. The Godmother herself and her team took great care of me, introduced themeselves and provided world class service. I felt like I'd been a member for years, and it was my very first visit. Even all the members there were welcoming. Chill, conversations, watch sports, have a meal, have a drink...and with a cigar. Does life get much better?
Can’t say enough about how great this cigar lounge is! The owners are fantastic The food really great and excellent cigars!! Try the Godmother! One of the best in California or anywhere!!!
I can't recommend this place enough. I come here with friends from church, and also after work, at times. The owner, Angela, and her staff are top-notch, the cigar selection is excellent, and the food is outstanding. I definitely recommend giving Club Aficianado a shot.
First time here, came with a close friend of mine who is a frequenter. Amazing cigar selection plus perfect atmosphere to enjoy a drink & smoke a stick. Wish I could have stayed longer. I’ll def be back. Thanks!
I came to this cigar bar because of the reviews I read on Google. I was not disappointed. The people here are wonderful. The cigars selection is vast. The TV is awesome to watch the games. They cook up wonderful Kebabs from chicken to shrimp to salmon. The food is just excellent. Then you can also get a Persian Tea to enjoy with your cigars. Great find.
This is the best cigar lounge in all of OC. The cigars and service are top tier. The food is fresh and delicious too! Highly recommend 10 out of 10
I'm an amateur cigar smoker only visited there once beautiful shop and Smoke Bar lots of wonderful cigars . Nice friendly atmosphere. After asking for help I purchased a diamond Crown cigar it was wonderfully not overwhelming just a nice taste . I will definitely return to the shop .
Soyla is the best doing customer service best experience cigars, drinks and food 🔥🔥🔥
A hidden gem. You can get your kabob, cigar, and drinks all in one place. Very relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Cigar selection can be slightly better, but very happy and with a full belly.
Great cigar shop and lounge met the owner Angela very helpful and knowledgeable along with their staff Jesus and Sara above and beyond hands-down best place to relax and enjoy your favorite smokes
Excellent cigars, atmosphere, food, drinks, and most importantly great people. A great destination point in SoCal
The best cigar lounge around! If you want to enjoy a cigar with great food and fantastic drinks then this is the place for you. Not only do they offer good service, but the ambiance is splendid. The owners are more than willing to offer a safe and good place to enjoy yourself. A true sanctuary.
Great cigar shop and lounge met the owner Angela very helpful and knowledgeable along with their staff Jesus and Sara above and beyond hands-down best place to relax and enjoy your favorite smokes
A hidden gem. You can get your kabob, cigar, and drinks all in one place. Very relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Cigar selection can be slightly better, but very happy and with a full belly.
Excellent cigars, atmosphere, food, drinks, and most importantly great people. A great destination point in SoCal
The best cigar lounge around! If you want to enjoy a cigar with great food and fantastic drinks then this is the place for you. Not only do they offer good service, but the ambiance is splendid. The owners are more than willing to offer a safe and good place to enjoy yourself. A true sanctuary.
Excellent cigar bar and lounge. Full bar and decent selection of cigars. Smoking lounge with bar in rear of establishment. Customer service is excellent. Sporting events on a number of screens. Great ventilation, so never too much smoke, should that be a concern of yours.
Excellent cigar bar and lounge. Full bar and decent selection of cigars. Smoking lounge with bar in rear of establishment. Customer service is excellent. Sporting events on a number of screens. Great ventilation, so never too much smoke, should that be a concern of yours.
Proceed with caution. Over rated on service or simply a bad day. We were told one price for drinks and then charged double. Then she accidentally poured doubles on our second drink and said sorry, then charged us for doubles. Well, they need to make money. We will never be back. Good luck. Why 2 stars, actually nice environment and great cigar selection. Just buy your cigar and run.
Proceed with caution. Over rated on service or simply a bad day. We were told one price for drinks and then charged double. Then she accidentally poured doubles on our second drink and said sorry, then charged us for doubles. Well, they need to make money. We will never be back. Good luck. Why 2 stars, actually nice environment and great cigar selection. Just buy your cigar and run.
I will not buy from club aficionado anymore. I went in to buy an arturo fuente ceramic ashtray for a friend and first I was surprised to see no price tags on all accessories. I was not warmly welcomed and the ashtray was quoted 20$ more than its regular price after I asked (like the price of the day). All ashtrays prices I asked were way over priced (35% higher) for no reason. I went to Tobacco Barn Pipe Shop & Cigar Lounge, 23532 El Toro Rd Suite 13, just half a mile away from this place. They had the same products at the right market price and were super friendly and customer oriented, providing me with good advises and suggestions. There are no reason for charging 35% more for the same product. So don't go to club aficionado and simply drive half a mile more to enjoy better service with no abuse on pricing at Tobacco Barn Pipe Shop & Cigar Lounge. Really. And their humidor has way more selection for sure!
I will not buy from club aficionado anymore. I went in to buy an arturo fuente ceramic ashtray for a friend and first I was surprised to see no price tags on all accessories. I was not warmly welcomed and the ashtray was quoted 20$ more than its regular price after I asked (like the price of the day). All ashtrays prices I asked were way over priced (35% higher) for no reason. I went to Tobacco Barn Pipe Shop & Cigar Lounge, 23532 El Toro Rd Suite 13, just half a mile away from this place. They had the same products at the right market price and were super friendly and customer oriented, providing me with good advises and suggestions. There are no reason for charging 35% more for the same product. So don't go to club aficionado and simply drive half a mile more to enjoy better service with no abuse on pricing at Tobacco Barn Pipe Shop & Cigar Lounge. Really. And their humidor has way more selection for sure!
I had to visit Orange County from Los Angeles and stumbled into this shop. I was immediately impressed with the huge selection of Davidoff cigars and looked forward to perusing the humidor. And that’s when it all fell apart. A gentleman who worked at the shop followed me in the humidor and asked if I needed any help. I politely declined and told him that I was okay. A minute later, a woman who worked there came in and once again asked if I needed help. Again, I declined politely. She then leaned against the wall with her arms crossed and stared at me. I was annoyed but I kept looking. She then asked, so what kind of cigars do you usually smoke? I immediately knew what was happening. This wasn’t customer service, it was an attempt at theft prevention. I admit that this could have been my perception, but I who wants to be followed around a 10x10 space being watched? Not me. I’m certainly not going to pay for it. I shared my frustration and left. I won’t be back.
I had to visit Orange County from Los Angeles and stumbled into this shop. I was immediately impressed with the huge selection of Davidoff cigars and looked forward to perusing the humidor. And that’s when it all fell apart. A gentleman who worked at the shop followed me in the humidor and asked if I needed any help. I politely declined and told him that I was okay. A minute later, a woman who worked there came in and once again asked if I needed help. Again, I declined politely. She then leaned against the wall with her arms crossed and stared at me. I was annoyed but I kept looking. She then asked, so what kind of cigars do you usually smoke? I immediately knew what was happening. This wasn’t customer service, it was an attempt at theft prevention. I admit that this could have been my perception, but I who wants to be followed around a 10x10 space being watched? Not me. I’m certainly not going to pay for it. I shared my frustration and left. I won’t be back.
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Market Place By The Guitar Center Intersection of El Toro and, 23825 El Toro Rd, Rockfield Blvd
Lake Forest, CA 92630
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