Here's a great piece from Richmond.com that lists and describes some great Cigar Friendly places in the Richmond VA area that you can consider for Father's Day, or any day.
When it comes to holidays that celebrate parents, dads tend to get the shaft.
It's
not dads aren't worthy of praise and appreciation, it's just that, too often,
it's difficult to figure out just how to celebrate him. Moms are easy; flowers,
some extra help around the house, brunch and a nice pair of earrings are all it
takes to make her happy.
Dad is harder to figure out, so year after year we shower him with ties,
golf-themed desk accessories and random low-priced tools … most of which, he
doesn't want.
So this Father's Day, save yourself the headache and get dad what he really
wants -- a steak dinner followed by a big fat stogy. And lucky for you and dad,
there are plenty of Richmond restaurants that offer both.
Cigar-friendly Restaurants:
Bottega Bistro: Although the Italian-influenced spot doesn't sell cigars,
they're more than happy to let you bring your own and light up in the bar. And
with a filet mignon on the menu, dad is sure to be pleased. 11400 W. Huguenot
Road, (804) 379-9899
Buckhead's: This steak and seafood place with the killer wine list also
offers ten brands of cigars. Shockoe Valley Pyramid, Churchill, Arturo Fuente
Hemmingway classics and Macanudo are all featured on this stealer menu. The
cigars can be enjoyed at the bar. Its cigar stock is available for $6 to $27 per
cigar. 8510 Patterson Ave., (804) 750-2000
Cabo's Corner Bistro: This Fan spot that serves new American cuisine
allows cigar smoking in their bar area. From time to time they may have some
cigars on hand, but generally it is BYOC. Not only that, but its menu includes
an Angus beef tenderloin, pork porterhouse chop and bison prime rib. 2053 W.
Broad St., (804) 355-1144
Copper Grill Lobster and Steak House: Short Pump Town Center's steak and
lobster place lets you smoke your cigar in the bar area and rotates a selection
of six different brands, including Davidoff, Montecrisco. Its cigar stock is
available for $7 to $18 per cigar. 11800 W. Broad St., (804) 364-9408
Edo's Squid: As you might expect, nothing is too complicated at this
delicious Italian and seafood place. They recommend that you smoke at the bar,
but if you want to smoke at your table, hey, that's fine too. They don't sell
cigars though, so bring your own. Best of all, Edo's always has a steak special
available. 411 N. Harrison St., (804) 864-5488
Havana '59: Havana is destination dining for Richmond cigar smokers. And
with 32 different types on its menu and a cigar smoking policy that says smoke 'em
if you got 'em, it's easy to see why. Havana's cigar menu includes Rocky Patel,
Dunhill, Montecristo and H Upmann, to name a few. Sadly, Havana isn't open on
Sundays (or Mondays) so it's a no-go for Father's Day. Still, with a cigar menu
like that, plus a filet mignon and aged rib eye on the menu, you may just want
to celebrate dad a day early. Its cigar stock is available for $9 to $22 per
cigar. 16 N. 17th St., (804) 780-2822
Hondos: This classic West End steak, rib and chop restaurant sells cigars
and, best of all, you can smoke them right at the table. They offer 15 brands
including Kuba Kuba, Cohiba Minor, Cohiba Robusto Fino and Montecristo. Its
cigar stock is available for $7 to $15 per cigar. 4024-C. Cox Road, (804)
968-4323
Little Venice Restaurant & Bar: This upscale, Italian favorite that all
the critics are always raving about allows cigar smoking. You can smoke in the
bar and at a smoking table. They also keep a nice stock of various brands,
including Romeo & Julietta, Montecristo and Fuente Hemmingway Short Story. And
with three different steaks on the menu, there are plenty of ways to celebrate
dad. Its cigar stock is available for $6 to $16 per cigar. 10482 Ridgefield
Parkway, (804) 741-6022
Morton's Steakhouse: Every dad in Rihcmodn knows that Morton's ain't
called The Steakhouse for nothing. The Shockoe Slip steakhouse boasts one of the
largest cigar menu in the city with a selection that includes Davidoff, Partagas,
Cohiba and Macanudo all of which can be smoked at the bar or in a private dining
room. Its cigar stock is available for $7.50 to $32.50 per cigar. 111 Virginia
St., (804) 648-1662
Old Original Bookbinder's: Everyone's favorite Shockoe Slip upscale steak
and seafood spot sells six varieties different types of Davidoff cigars that can
be smoked at the bar anytime. Its cigar stock is available for $8.50 to $30 per
cigar. 2306 E. Cary St., (804) 643-6900
Sam Miller's: Time is running out to enjoy a stogy at this Shockoe Slip
fine dinning and oyster bar joint. On Father's Day, this once smoking at the bar
restaurant will go nonsmoking until 9 p.m. (when diners can again smoke at the
bar). Cigars, if brought along, are still accepted, just no until after 9 p.m.
But with three different types of steak (including a bleu cheese stuffed filet
mignon) dad will be plenty busy eating until 9. 210 E. Cary St., (804) 644-5465
The Tobacco Company: Never to be overlooked, Tobacco Company is the
granddaddy of all cigar-friendly places. They offer 15 brands including Arturo
Fuente, Butera, Dunhill, Cao, Cohiba, Avos and Macanudo and you can smoke in the
club, lounge and the smoking section of the dining room. And with six different
types of steaks available, dad is sure to be happy. Its cigar stock is available
for $8 to $35 per cigar. 1201 E. Cary St., (804) 782-9555.