533 Toulouse St.

New Orleans, LA 70130

504-372-4838

cigarbarnola.com

Cuban Creations bills itself as the only French Quarters Cigar Bar and they are correct in the sense that they have set out to be a cigar bar and have not been a cigar store that sells cigars and happens to have chairs. It is an interesting little place; it has an area with comfortable chairs, big screen televisions and serves a good selection of both cigars and drinks. I personally prefer sitting at the bar which is by the front door, especially during the evening.

With the patio type doors open, you see and feel the street and talking to the help, one can pick up some interesting details of local happenings. Want to hear the latest details on the doctor who tucked his wife in and went for a stroll only to be found dead in a dicey part of town? You can get the up to the minute details. Who are some of the more interesting characters on the street? The staff will know.

The drinks are good, a good selection of cigars and a bonus as you feel more in touch with the city. It is not right on Bourbon street so it has more of a real touch to it.