Empire Social Lounge – Brickell

A Toast to Sophisticated Relaxation

In the ever-evolving rhythm of Miami, there are few places that hold fast to tradition while still feeling alive with possibility. Empire Social Lounge in Brickell is one of them—a refined retreat where the art of the cigar meets the soul of the city. For over seven years, it has been a sanctuary for those who appreciate the finer things: expertly rolled cigars, rare spirits, and the kind of company that turns strangers into friends.

Empire Social Lounge is not affiliated with Miami Cigar Bar. We’re simply a curated directory and online cigar shop, dedicated to highlighting the very best places to enjoy a premium smoke. And Empire, without question, deserves its place on that list.

Inside, the scent of Spanish cedar and rich tobacco greets you before a word is spoken. The humidor reads like a love letter to the cigar world, featuring top-tier brands such as Padron, Oliva, Camacho, Macanudo, Cohiba, Alec Bradley, Acid, Aging Room, and Avo each one representing a different tradition, a different story.

Among the lounge’s recent highlights was an exclusive cigar tasting hosted by Fermin Perez Jr., creator of Fermin Perez Premium Cigars. Guests were treated to a guided exploration of his Bold, Classic, and Royal blends—each handcrafted in Estelí, Nicaragua, and each delivering a refined, layered smoking experience that impressed even the most seasoned aficionados.

But Empire is more than its humidor. With a spirits collection boasting over 250 whiskeys, plus curated selections of rum, tequila, and cognac, the bar invites you to linger, explore, and discover perfect pairings you’ll remember long after the final sip.

And it’s not just about cigars and drinks—it’s about presence. It’s the quiet confidence of a space that understands its purpose. Conversations flow effortlessly. Laughter hums low beneath the music. The pace is slower here, more intentional, more human.

Tucked just steps away from some of Miami’s most celebrated restaurants, Empire Social Lounge is the kind of place that completes an evening—or starts a memorable one. And if you can’t make it in, don’t worry. Through Miami Cigar Bar, many of the cigars featured here—including selections from Fermin Perez—can be delivered right to your door.

So come, take your seat. Order something rare. Light something remarkable. Let the smoke rise and the evening unfold, one relaxed moment at a time.

This is Empire Social Lounge—where tradition meets taste, and every visit feels like coming home.