Up in Smoke Shop II

People around Apache Junction know Up in Smoke Shop II as more than just a smoke shop. Walk in and you'll find a genuine spread: vapes and disposables, cigarettes, rolling papers, tobacco pipes, glass pipes and water pipes, plus all the smoking accessories you could want. There's even a burger joint right when you walk in, and locals will tell you the fresh food comes out hot and worth the stop. A few folks come by just for the beverages and sundries, and there's a friendly shop dog named Brick who's part of the welcome.

The glass selection is where this place really earns its name. Ask anyone who shops here and they'll point you to the huge collection of water pipes, bubblers, and hand pipes, including some genuinely high-end, detailed pieces that make good gifts for a fellow smoker. If you're after those top-shelf pieces, this is the spot. The word around town is the staff will work with you too, one regular walked out with a piece knocked down when the guy behind the counter wanted to help.

Jonathan, one of the co-owners, gets singled out again and again as a super nice guy, and people who shop here swear by the fair prices, some saying they're the best in the area. This is a family-owned business that's been around for years, and it shows in how folks are treated. The crew is friendly, funny, and down to earth, and more than one person mentioned getting in and out fast when that's all they needed. Open late, which regulars appreciate when they need to grab a new piece or restock after hours.

One thing worth flagging: the hours posted around can be a little off, so a quick call before a late-night run isn't a bad idea. Solidly well-regarded and one of the more popular smoke shops in Apache Junction, Up in Smoke Shop II is the kind of place people keep coming back to.