Rainbow Tobacco

Rainbow Tobacco has built a loyal following in Durham, and the reason comes up again and again: the owner. People who shop here talk about him like an old friend, the kind of guy folks drop in to say hi to even when they don't need anything. Ask for a particular style, color, or size and he'll help you track it down.

As one regular put it, you can "find any style/color/size you prefer, just ask." The shelves here cover the basics well: tobacco pipes, cigarettes, and a good range of smoking accessories. Locals point to a solid selection paired with prices that stack up favorably against the rest of the area, which keeps people coming back. "Always has just what I need" is a sentiment we've heard more than once around town.

Word around Durham is this is a clean, well-kept shop with staff and easy, no-fuss service. It also sits in a handy spot for running errands, with Chinese food, cell phones, laundry, and beauty supplies all close by. A few folks have walked in and not found the one specific thing they came for, so if you're after something particular it's worth a call first, but most leave happy and greeted like a regular.

If you're looking for a tobacco shop in Durham where the owner actually knows his stuff and takes the time to help, Rainbow Tobacco earns its good name.