Maxx Tobacco & Vapor Expressway

Ask anyone who shops at Maxx Tobacco & Vapor Expressway and you'll hear the same thing: this is a favorite among Raleigh smoke shop regulars, and the service is what keeps people loyal. "My goto store, they always get me right," is how one regular put it, and that kind of loyalty comes up again and again. Folks talk about the friendly faces behind the counter, the easy atmosphere, and being taken care of every time they stop in.

The drive-through is a big part of the draw here. The word around Raleigh is that the main door closes at 3 a.m. While the drive-through stays open 24/7, so late-night runs are still possible even after the front is locked.

Worth knowing before you make the trip, since a few people have shown up expecting 24-hour front doors and found them shut. Plan for the drive-through if you're coming by in the small hours. For a tobacco shop in Raleigh, Maxx has earned a solid reputation on service alone.

People who shop here swear by the crew, and the repeat visits tell the story better than anything. One local summed it up simply: "Best shop ever." If you're looking for a dependable spot with people who treat you right, this one has plenty of fans in the area.