Hookah Emporium

Ask anyone who shops the Old Colorado City area and Hookah Emporium comes up fast. It's a small spot with a big personality, and the word around Colorado Springs is that the service is the real draw. Nik gets named again and again as someone who actually knows the products and takes the time to walk you through your options, no matter your experience level or budget. More than one regular has mentioned being shown exactly what fit their needs rather than being upsold.

Yes, there's a friendly dog in the shop that locals have grown fond of. The shelves cover a lot of ground for a little store. They carry disposable vapes and plenty of vape juice and e-liquid, along with vape mod batteries for folks who want to dial things in. People who shop here swear by the glass selection, water pipes and pipes at fair prices that keep them coming back.

You'll also find hookah and shisha plus the smaller accessories that round out a visit. One regular put it plainly, saying the shop will have just about any accessory or device you're after. Value comes up a lot in how people talk about this place. Regulars keep coming back for the fair pricing, especially on glass, and the relaxed, welcoming vibe once you're through the door.

Plenty of folks consider it their home shop and even send friends over when they can't find something elsewhere. We'll be straight with you: a few people have run into a less-than-warm welcome on a quieter day, and opinions on the staff aren't completely uniform. That said, the strong majority of what we hear points to thoughtful, personalized service and a loyal local following. If you're looking for a hookah and vape shop in Colorado Springs with a genuine neighborhood feel, this one has earned its regulars.