Hookah & Tobacco

At Hookah & Tobacco in Riverdale, the staff are the reason people keep walking back through the door. Ask anyone who shops here and the first thing they mention is the crew behind the counter. There's Delorie, who folks rave about for finding a good match when the shelf is bare, and who keeps the place spotless (one regular joked she's always cleaning). Kelli gets shout-outs for friendly help and fair prices, and names like Daniela, Kat, Tia, and Kim come up again and again from people who left knowing more than when they walked in. The word around Riverdale is that no question is too small here, and the team takes real time to walk you through what you're buying.

The selection covers a lot of ground. They stock vapes and disposables along with e-liquid and vape juice, plus hookah setups and a good range of shisha. One local picked up her first home hookah here and stocked up on mint, mango, orange mint, and watermelon shisha, and has been a fan ever since. You'll also find rolling papers and the usual smoking accessories, and people say the variety is deep enough that most folks leave with exactly what they came for. New to a vape pen? The team will show you how it works before you head out.

A quick honest note: a few locals have run into odd hours and found the shop closed when they expected it open, so it's smart to time your visit or call ahead. That said, the friendly, courteous service and solid prices have earned this spot a loyal following and a strong reputation around town. For a tobacco and hookah shop in Riverdale where the staff actually know their stuff, this one's easy to recommend.