It’s the only lounge in Cascais – and one of the few in the greater Lisbon area – dedicated entirely to cigar aficionados. At The Smoke, guests can sample cigars from a variety of brands and origins, either inside the stylish, classically designed (and ventilated) indoor lounge with a dozen seats, or outdoors on the spacious terrace lounge, where sports matches are regularly screened.
Regulars can even rent a personal humidor locker – monthly or annually – to store their cigars, ensuring there’s always something on hand to enjoy whenever they drop by.
Cigars here are best paired with a drink, and The Smoke doesn’t disappoint: the bartenders serve up signature cocktails crafted to complement the experience. Standouts include the Cigars Smoke (€12), with vodka, ginger, lime juice, coffee and sugar syrup; the Marina (€14), a tropical mix of white rum, Malibu, Blue Corazón and pineapple juice; the Cigar Mojito (€14), with white rum, mint, lime juice and sugar syrup; and the indulgent Expresso Bombom (€14), blending vodka, Bailey’s, condensed milk and Kahlua liqueur.
The Smoke also hosts events, offers shisha, and serves a small range of snacks – though this is an area they plan to expand. “One of our future projects is to open a proper kitchen, so cigar lovers can pair their smokes with great food in this welcoming atmosphere,” says manager Iliana Silva. “We also want to attract a broader crowd – people who simply want to come by for a good drink.”
There’s also a retail section, where guests can pick up cigar accessories like ashtrays, lighters and cutters.