Ashes Smokeshop

Ashes Smokeshop has become something of a favorite for hookah lovers in Cleveland, and locals will tell you the flavor selection is where this place really shines. The variety of shisha here is extensive, and the word around town is that the prices are hard to beat. Ask anyone who shops here and they'll mention how cozy the atmosphere feels, the kind of spot where you can relax with friends and take your time picking out what you want. Beyond hookah, the shop keeps a solid lineup of cigars, vapes, disposable vapes, and smoking accessories.

Cigar folks appreciate that the guys here take good care of their stock, so what you pull off the shelf tends to be fresh. One regular came in and found a great cigar without spending much, which fits with the value reputation this place has built. The people behind the counter are a big part of why regulars keep coming back. Terik, the owner, is known for going the extra mile, and there's a story that gets repeated around here about him working to problem solve a faulty vape battery before simply swapping it out.

Angie steers people toward good picks, and Al has a reputation for making customers' days on every visit. It's genuinely friendly service, and folks notice. A couple of small things worth flagging honestly: we've heard the occasional grumble about posted hours not always matching when the doors are open, so a quick call ahead never hurts. Overall though, this is a well-liked tobacco shop in downtown Cleveland with fair prices, a good crew, and enough variety that most people walk out with what they came for.

If you're after a laid-back smoke shop with staff who actually care, Ashes is worth a stop.