Red Star Vapor & Smoke

Red Star Vapor & Smoke has built a loyal following in Lakewood, and it's the kind of shop people are willing to go out of their way for. We've heard from folks who drive over an hour to get here, and others who make the trip down from Thornton because they'd rather shop at Red Star than anywhere closer to home. That tells you something. A big part of the draw is Breanne, who regulars often just call Bre.

Ask anyone who shops here and her name comes up fast. People walk in knowing nothing about vaping and walk out with exactly the right thing, thanks to her patience and real knowledge of what's on the shelves. One newcomer put it simply: he'll be going back just because of her. That mix of friendly and genuinely helpful is what keeps people coming through the door.

The selection covers disposables, vapes, e-liquid and vape juice, plus smoking accessories to round things out. You'll find names like Geek Bar, Lost Mary, RAZ, Foger and Dispo Bar, and the shop even carries its own house brand that locals say stacks up nicely against a Geek Bar. Prices run fair, and that value gets mentioned a lot by the people who shop here regularly. The vibe is laid-back and easy, the kind of place where you can take your time and ask questions without feeling rushed.

A few folks have run into an off night here and there, but that runs against the grain of what most people experience, which is warm service and a solid selection. For a vape shop in Lakewood that's earned real word-of-mouth loyalty across the metro area, Red Star is one worth knowing.