Great Smoke

If you are hunting for a smoke shop in Atlanta that feels more like a lounge than a checkout counter, Great Smoke has earned a real following since opening. The word around Atlanta is that this place has one of the best atmospheres going, and the folks who shop here describe it as a chill, lowkey spot with good music and a vibe that keeps people hanging around. It's the kind of place where you buy, then stay a while. There's a bar for dabs and shots, board games, rent-a-hookah, and daily and weekly events, all convenient to downtown.

The hookah side runs deep. Locals will tell you about the full setups, a solid range of shisha, and all the extra materials to round out a session. Ask anyone who shops here and Tia's name comes up fast for the custom blends. One regular said a mix Tia put together lasted foreverrrr. Beyond hookah, they stock vapes, e-liquid and vape juice, disposables, glass pipes and water pipes, rolling papers, cigarettes, CBD and hemp, and the accessories to go with all of it.

What people appreciate most is the staff. Regulars keep coming back for the friendly, knowledgeable crew who actually take time to teach you about the products and steer you toward something new. One night-owl mentioned rolling through at 3am and getting patient help from Abdi, so this is a spot that stays open late. We've heard the owners are true to their word too, one shopper swore that when a promised flavor wasn't in stock, an owner brought it in the very next day. People also point to fair prices and an extensive lineup of quality, branded products.

Fair warning heard more than once: the parking is tight, with a short time limit, and they lock the doors after a certain hour rather than letting folks wander in freely. Regulars don't let that stop them, and neither should you.