Single Malt Cigar Bar by Rocky Patel is Nashville's premier cigar lounge, combining a 1,100 square foot Spanish cedar walk-in humidor with one of the most serious whisky programs in the region. Located in the Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood at 2018 Lindell Ave, it offers a private members lounge with cigar lockers, a covered patio, and an event room that hosts 70 or more guests. BLC rates it 95 out of 100 — Nashville's best cigar experience by a comfortable margin.

Single Malt Cigar Bar exterior, Nashville
SINGLE MALT CIGAR BAR — WEDGEWOOD-HOUSTON, NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE
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BLC LOUNGE BREAKDOWN

Location 2018 Lindell Ave, Nashville, TN 37203 · Wedgewood-Houston, minutes from downtown
Hours Sun–Thu 10AM–Midnight  |  Fri–Sat 10AM–1AM
Humidor 1,100 sq ft Spanish cedar walk-in · premium, rare, and lounge-exclusive selections at competitive pricing
Bar Curated single malts, bourbon, elevated cocktails, traditional bar food
Seating Main lounge + covered patio with putting green
Private Spaces Event room (hosts 70+) · Private member's lounge with cigar lockers
Contact (931) 349-0223  |  singlemaltcigarbar.com

FIRST IMPRESSIONS: SOPHISTICATED WITHOUT PRETENSION

You walk into Single Malt Cigar Bar and it hits you immediately — this place gets it. The design is upscale but never stuffy. Dark wood accents, ambient lighting, leather seating that invites you to stay. The main lounge feels like a modern gentleman's club — spacious enough for real conversation, intimate enough to feel like your own space.

Live music sets the right tone, never too loud, never competing with conversation. Located in Nashville's Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood, just minutes from downtown but far enough to avoid the chaos, this lounge opened in early 2026 and has quickly become the destination for serious cigar smokers in the city. Owner Ritesh Patel built this place with one goal: create Nashville's best cigar experience. He succeeded.

Single Malt humidor interior Single Malt cigar boxes on display
1,100 SQ FT SPANISH CEDAR WALK-IN — ONE OF THE LARGEST HUMIDORS IN NASHVILLE
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THE HUMIDOR & BAR: SERIOUS INVENTORY, SERIOUS VALUE

The 1,100 sq ft walk-in humidor is the centerpiece. The selection runs deep across premium, boutique, and rare cigars — everything from daily drivers to hard-to-source allocations. What stands out is the pricing: lounge rates are fair, and the quality-to-price ratio beats most spots this upscale. The walk-in is impeccably maintained, proper humidity, organized by brand and strength, easy to navigate.

Single Malt lives up to its name on the bar side, too. The whisky and bourbon selection is massive — single malts, rare bourbons, curated pours that pair naturally with a premium smoke. The food menu keeps it elevated without overcomplicating things. Non-alcoholic options are solid for those skipping spirits.

Single Malt Cigar Bar, the bar
THE BAR — SINGLE MALTS, RARE BOURBONS, AND ELEVATED COCKTAILS BUILT TO PAIR WITH PREMIUM CIGARS
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AMBIANCE & PRIVATE SPACES: BUILT FOR EVERY KIND OF VISIT

The main lounge hits the sweet spot between sophisticated and approachable — comfortable leather seating, multiple screens for sports or events, a vibe that works solo or in a group. The covered patio with a putting green adds outdoor space that's genuinely unique. Service is where this lounge truly shines: knowledgeable, attentive without hovering, and genuinely glad to see you. Ritesh runs the place like it's his living room, and that hospitality comes through in every interaction.

The private member's lounge offers plush chairs, cigar lockers, a large TV, and dedicated bar service — where regulars retreat, quiet and comfortable without being exclusionary. The event room seats 70 or more with full AV, turning any gathering into a premium experience.

Single Malt Cigar Bar main lounge interior
THE MAIN LOUNGE — DARK LEATHER, AMBIENT LIGHTING, AND JUST THE RIGHT ENERGY
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THE BLC TAKE: NASHVILLE'S BEST

BLC OVERALL LOUNGE RATING: 95 / 100

Single Malt Cigar Bar checks every box and then some. The 1,100 sq ft humidor delivers serious selection at fair prices. The private spaces make it versatile for solo visits or full events. Ritesh Patel and the team deliver hospitality that feels personal without being overbearing. This is Nashville's best cigar lounge by a comfortable margin — whether you're local or just passing through, this one belongs on the list.

WHO GRABS THIS

The Serious Smoker

Premium selection without downtown prices. The humidor delivers — deep inventory, fair pricing, rare finds.

The Event Planner

The 70-person event room with full AV is purpose-built for private parties, tastings, and corporate gatherings.

The Regular

Locker program, dedicated service, private member's lounge. This is where your weekly smoke becomes a ritual.

The Whiskey Drinker

The bar is the other half of the experience. Single malts, rare bourbons, food that complements the smoke.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

2018 Lindell Ave · Nashville, TN 37203 · (931) 349-0223
Sun–Thu 10AM–Midnight  |  Fri–Sat 10AM–1AM

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SINGLE MALT CIGAR BAR

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Everything you need to know before your first visit.

Where is the Single Malt Cigar Bar by Rocky Patel?+
The Single Malt Cigar Bar by Rocky Patel is located at 2018 Lindell Ave, Nashville, TN 37203, in the Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood — just minutes from downtown Nashville.
What are the hours at Single Malt Cigar Bar?+
Single Malt Cigar Bar is open Sunday through Thursday from 10AM to Midnight, and Friday through Saturday from 10AM to 1AM.
Does Single Malt Cigar Bar have a private members lounge?+
Yes. Single Malt Cigar Bar offers a private members lounge with cigar lockers, plush seating, a large TV, and dedicated bar service. Membership provides access to reserved humidor space and member-only events.
How large is the humidor at Single Malt Cigar Bar?+
The walk-in humidor is 1,100 square feet of Spanish cedar, making it one of the largest in Nashville. The selection spans premium, boutique, and rare cigars at competitive lounge pricing.
Can you host private events at Single Malt Cigar Bar?+
Yes. There is a dedicated event room that comfortably hosts 70 or more guests, with full AV setup and dedicated bar service. It is well suited for private parties, corporate events, and cigar tastings.
Is it acceptable to bring your own cigar to Single Malt Cigar Bar?+
Many lounges allow outside cigars, though proper etiquette calls for purchasing at least one cigar from the house humidor as well. Confirm the lounge's current policy by contacting them directly at (931) 349-0223.
Norm Farrar, The Cigar Fossil CCT · CST · CCST
40 Year Cigar Enthusiast
Podcast Host & Entrepreneur
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
THE CIGAR FOSSIL

Norm Farrar is a four-decade cigar enthusiast, credentialed tobacconist (CCT, CST, CCST), and the founder of Blind Label Cigar. Known in the community as “The Cigar Fossil,” he’s logged enough smoke time to have serious opinions but still approaches every new cigar like the first one.

Norm is an ecommerce entrepreneur, advising seven- and eight-figure Amazon sellers on brand building and growth. He’s also the host of Lunch With Norm, a top-100 Apple podcast and The Marketing Misfits. When he’s not talking business, he’s talking cigars. Usually at the same time.