THE MOOD Hookah Smoke Shop

If you ask around Sterling Heights about where to pick up hookah supplies, THE MOOD Hookah Smoke Shop comes up fast, and for good reason. This is one of the highest-rated smoke shops around, and the thing locals rave about most is the fresh orange heads made right in front of you. People who shop here call them the best in the area, and the word is if you're new to it, ask for Irish peach mint or blue mist. Regulars who stop in right before closing have walked out with a handful of orange heads and a thank-you from the staff on their way out the door.

Beyond the hookah and shisha, the shop keeps a solid stock of vapes, disposables, e-liquid and vape juice, plus smoking accessories. Ask anyone who buys their vapes here and they'll tell you the variety is deep and the shelves stay stocked, so you tend to find what you came for. Under the current ownership, the place has earned a real reputation for friendly, knowledgeable help. One regular put it simply: the owner is a great guy and very helpful.

The store itself is clean, well organized, and easy to browse, and it's open late, which comes in handy. The vibe inside is laid back, the kind of place where you can browse without pressure or lean on the staff to steer you toward something new. We'll be straight with you: a few folks have grumbled about pricing and the gap between cash and card, so it's worth knowing how you plan to pay. That's the exception here.

Most people who walk in leave happy, saying they got a good deal and plan to come back. If you're looking for a hookah spot or vape shop in Sterling Heights that treats you right, this one's earned its following.