New Albany, Indiana · Est. on good conversation
Great cigars,
decent conversation.
Premium and boutique cigars, the full Fuente family year-round with OPUS X almost always on the shelf, a near-private upstairs lounge, and big screens for every game you care about. Seven minutes from Louisville — ten from downtown — just off I-265 at the State Street exit.
Inside the lounge
A Look Around
Photos don't quite do it justice — but they're a start.
The Humidor
Stacked floor-to-ceiling with the good stuff
The Main Room
Room to breathe, room to sit a while
The Back Row
A quieter corner when you need one
Tasting Tables
Sample something new or settle in with friends
Cigar Nights
When the regulars come around
The Patio
Step outside when the weather's right
Always in stock
Arturo Fuente & OPUS X
The most sought-after cigars in the world — and the most reliable source for them anywhere in southern Indiana or the Louisville metro. The full Fuente family year-round, and OPUS X almost always on the shelf.
New & In the App
VIP Room Booking & OCL Cigar Search
Reserve our private VIP room for your event, or browse our inventory in seconds with the OCL Cigar Search tool — both live in one place.
Open the Booking & Search ToolWhat we carry
Cigar Brands
A representative selection — call us at 812-786-7477 if you don't see what you're looking for.
- ACID
- Aganorsa Leaf
- Aladino
- Ashton
- Arturo Fuente ★ Always stocked
- AVO
- Baccarat
- Bolivar
- Brickhouse
- Camacho
- CAO
- Casa Cuba
- Cohiba
- Crowned Heads
- Dapper Cigars
- Davidoff
- Diamond Crown
- Don Pepín García
- Drew Estate
- FERIO TEGO
- God of Fire
- Herrera Esteli
- J.C. Newman Co.
- JFR
- Joya De Nicaragua
- Java
- Julius Caesar
- La Aroma De Cuba
- La Gloria Cubana
- La Palina
- LFD
- Macanudo
- Micallef
- My Father
- Oliva
- OPUS X ★ Always stocked
- Padrón
- Partagas
- Perla Del Mar
- Punch
- Rocky Patel
- Room 101
- San Cristobal
- Tabak ESP
- Tatuaje
- Zino
See all brands & current stock →
Accessories
Cutters, lighters, and more.
- Boveda Products
- Colibri Products
- Credo Cutters
- Xikar Cutters
- Cutters by Hutch
- S.T. DuPont Lighters
- Bugatti Lighters
- Lotus Lighters
- Visol Products
Why people drive in from Louisville
A Few More Reasons to Visit
A few things worth knowing — each gets its own page if you want the longer story.
OPUS X near Louisville
The Most Reliable OPUS X Source in the Metro
Power Ranger, Robusto, Double Robusto, Perfecxion, Angel's Share — almost always on the shelf, year-round. No phone-ahead wait-list required.
See our OPUS X stock →Fuente near Louisville
The Full Arturo Fuente Family
Hemingway, Don Carlos, Añejo, Chateau Fuente, Casa Cuba, and the rest — always in the humidor. Decades of family craft, seven minutes from the city.
Browse the Fuente lineup →Private events
Book the VIP Cigar Room
Our near-private upstairs lounge — built for bachelor parties, golf outings, retirement parties, closings, corporate nights, and big game-day groups. Reserve it for the evening.
Reserve the VIP room →Membership
Lockers + a Member Discount
A humidified locker for your stash, plus a member discount on every cigar. You don't have to be a member to hang out — but regulars know the math works out fast.
Compare member benefits →Just over the bridge
The Closest Real Cigar Lounge to Downtown Louisville
Seven minutes from Louisville. Ten from downtown. One bridge, one exit, free parking out front, and a chair waiting for you.
Get directions from Louisville →Indoors, year-round
Where to Smoke a Cigar Indoors Near Louisville
Louisville restricts indoor smoking — we don't. A true indoor, climate-controlled cigar lounge just over the river, comfortable in any weather.
See why we're the easy answer →On your way to the casino
Heading to Caesars Southern Indiana?
Right on the way from Louisville. Reserve premium cigars online, grab them on your drive through, and walk into the casino floor already stocked.
Cigars before the casino →What people say
4.9 Stars on Google
From 126 reviews — a few of the kind words from regulars and first-timers.
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★★★★★
Tom is the best and we are lucky to have this gem here at home! Knowledgeable, kind, will meet you where you are at in your journey.
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★★★★★
Bought a watch and tried some cigars. Owner was nice and both the environment and the atmosphere were great. Customers were very polite and friendly. The place was very clean and relaxing. I'm definitely going to go back.
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★★★★★
Very relaxing environment, friendly staff, and a real good selection of cigars.
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★★★★★
They have a great selection and the owner Tom is as nice a guy you could ask for. He is always there to help and answer questions!
Common questions
Before You Drive Over
The questions we hear most. Don't see yours? Call us at 812-786-7477.
Do I have to be a member to come in?
No. Anyone 21 or older is welcome to drop in during open hours. Membership adds a humidified locker and a member discount on cigars, but it isn't required to come hang out. See membership →
How close are you to Louisville, KY?
Seven minutes from Louisville and ten from downtown. Cross the Sherman Minton Bridge, take I-265 to State Street (Exit 1), turn right and head up the hill. We're at 2702 Paoli Pike, New Albany, IN 47150. More directions →
Do you stock OPUS X?
Yes — OPUS X is almost always on the shelf year-round, alongside the full Arturo Fuente lineup including Hemingway, Don Carlos, Añejo, Chateau Fuente, and Casa Cuba. More on our OPUS X →
Do you sell single cigars?
Yes. Our walk-in humidor carries singles and full boxes from Arturo Fuente, Padron, Ashton, My Father, Rocky Patel, Drew Estate, Tatuaje, and dozens more brands.
Is there parking?
Yes — free parking right out front.
Can I book the upstairs lounge for a private event?
Yes. The near-private upstairs VIP room is available for bachelor parties, golf outings, retirement parties, closings, corporate nights, and big game-day groups. Reserve the VIP room →
What are your hours?
Closed Sunday and Monday. Tuesday 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Wednesday through Saturday 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The status bar at the top of every page on this site shows whether we're open right now.
How do I find out if you're open right now?
Every page on this site has a live status bar at the top — it'll tell you if we're currently open, when we close, or when we open next. Or just call 812-786-7477.
Stop in
Visit The Office
Hours
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday – Thursday12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Friday – Saturday12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- SundayClosed
Location
2702 Paoli Pike
New Albany, IN 47150
Seven minutes from Louisville, ten from downtown. Cross the Sherman Minton, take I-265 to the State Street exit (Exit 1), turn right, and head up the hill — we're on the right.