The Tobacco Box

If you are in need of a place to escape for an hour or two and you like cigars, sports, good camaraderie and possibly an adult beverage, then I have the place for you. The Tobacco Box has locations in both Rockwall (2787 Ridge Road) and Rowlett (8809 Lakeview Parkway). They are owned and operated by Bill Heard and Gary Fisher. Both have extensive knowledge in helping you choose the right cigar for the right occasion and are more than willing to give personalized attention to your choices. Having been open since 2002, The Tobacco Box has earned the reputation as having one of the best cigar shops and finest selections in the Metroplex.

As you walk in, you are sure to be greeted by either the owner or one of their sons.  After exchanging a few barbs with either of them, make your way past the art laden cigar lounge and the walk-in humidor to a private locker to pick out a cigar for the day. You may choose to buy a soda or engage in a draft beer or scotch. Both are available to cigar club members at no charge (contributions are appreciated). Then plop down in one or the leather chairs, greet your buddies and check out ESPN or Fox News on the 50” plasma television in the lounge area to discuss what will make the world right for today. If you need to catch up on email, complimentary WiFi is available to members as well. Speaking of the cigar club, did I mention the best part? It’s Free! How good is that? There are guys there from every walk of life from truck drivers to attorneys and all seem to share a common bond, fine cigars. There is the occasional celebrity in the cigar world stopping in to say hello from time to time as well such as Kinky Friedman, the Padrons and Avo Uvezian.

If you are in the area, stop by and see Bill or Adam in Rockwall or Gary and Eric in Rowlett, mention you read about them on my website and they will give you their David Ray special which is buy 3 cigars and get the fourth free.

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