About Us

Trae Zammit, owner of The Smokin' Cigar, developed a passion for premium cigars and the rich tobacco culture in his early twenties. By age 26, Trae took the leap and opened the doors to the original Smokin' Cigar in March 1997.

Initially, it was a small shop located on Bayview Ave in midtown Toronto, featuring a few tables and chairs for customers to enjoy an espresso and a cigar. The Smokin' Cigar quickly attracted a loyal following of cigar enthusiasts, expanding into larger spaces along Bayview before settling into its current 2,000 sq. ft. location at 1540 Bayview Ave.

Over 25 years later, The Smokin' Cigar has become a Toronto staple. Trae and his team continue to foster a friendly, neighborhood atmosphere, remembering customers by name. The shop carries over 700 cigar facings, a wide selection of cigar accessories, pipes, and pipe accessories, and is proud to offer one of the largest walk-in humidors in Toronto.