Up In Smoke Wilmington

Up In Smoke Wilmington has quietly become one of the most trusted tobacco shops in the University area, and the word around Wilmington is that the prices here are tough to beat. Ask anyone who shops here and they'll tell you the same thing: this is a smaller spot, but the value is real. More than a few folks have started calling it their new regular after realizing what they'd been overpaying elsewhere. One local put it bluntly, saying this shop shows how much the other places rip you off on the same products.

The selection covers plenty of ground. You'll find vapes and disposable vapes, e-liquid and vape juice in a wide range of options, glass pipes and water pipes, vaporizers, kratom, cigarettes, and the usual smoking accessories. People who've come in for glass have been surprised by both the range and the prices, and there's a sale box that regulars keep an eye on for a little extra find. The shop is kept clean and organized, so it's easy to actually see what's on offer.

The staff are a big part of the draw. Locals speak highly of Mark, who has a reputation for patiently helping people land on exactly what they're after, even when they take their time deciding. Bill gets his share of praise too, remembered by one traveler who stopped in on the way to Raleigh for being kind and generous. There's a genuine hometown feel here, and it runs deep.

One couple who'd walked over in the rain ended up getting a ride home from the person behind the counter, which tells you the kind of place this is. We'll be straight with you: we've heard the occasional grumble about a pricing mix-up at the register, so it's fair to double-check your total. That said, the overwhelming take from people around town is friendly service, honest prices, and a solid selection. If you're passing through the University area, it's worth a stop.