Mindy's Smokes + Drinks

Mindy's Smokes + Drinks is a small, funky little spot on 71st Street and Collins in Miami Beach, and locals will tell you it's the kind of place that feels like a find. It's not a big store, but that's part of the charm. Tourists passing through and regulars alike get pulled in by the mix here: vapes and disposable vapes, cigars, smoking accessories, plus snacks, drinks, and lottery tickets. More than one person has walked out of here with a winning scratch off, if the word around Miami is anything to go by.

The name people keep coming back to is Jack, the owner. Ask anyone who shops here and Jack comes up fast. Folks call him honest and genuine, the kind of guy who goes out of his way to solve a problem or special order exactly what someone needs. Regulars swear by the Phlyte disposables, and we've heard the products are high quality across the board.

One regular put it plainly: honest man, honest living, good products. On busy days the person behind the counter gets the same warm welcome talk too. We'll be straight with you, since a good local voice should be: a couple of people have grumbled about pricing and not seeing totals rung up clearly, so it's smart to ask about a price before you buy and check your receipt. That aside, the goodwill here runs deep, and most people who walk through the door leave happy.

If you're staying nearby or live in the area, Mindy's is an easy stop for vapes, cigars, and a little bit of everything else. As one longtime shopper said, when you're on vacation it feels like home.