S.J. Cigars originally known as Smokin’ Java was founded in 1996 by Suzanne and Yaniv Levy. Our original location at 524 S. 3rd St. in Philadelphia is conveniently located in the Society Hill neighborhood, a historical, residential and tourist area. S.J. Cigars has always been rated as one of the best stores in the Philadelphia area by local magazines for being the best in customer service and quality tobacco products.