Mystical Moon

Mystical Moon is one of those Elyria spots that feels like more than a tobacco shop the moment you walk in. Locals will tell you the glass is the draw for a lot of folks who come through, with glass pipes and water pipes on the shelves alongside rolling papers, cigars, and the smoking accessories you'd expect. Ask anyone who shops here and they'll mention the other half of the store too: the bohemian clothing, the incense, the Grateful Dead gear, and a nice selection of precious stones. It's the kind of place where you stop in for one thing and leave having had a good conversation.

That conversation is usually with Jennifer, who owns and runs the place. Regulars talk about her the way you talk about a friend, warm, knowledgeable, and generous with her time. One person who picked up an onyx ring and a copper-wrapped stone came away with a whole story about what each piece meant, and that seems to be the norm here. People describe the ambiance as magical and the customer service as the reason they keep coming back when they're in town.

Incense goes for a steal, and the clothing and glassware get praise for being good quality without stretching your wallet. The word around Elyria is that this shop has earned its strong reputation the honest way, one friendly visit at a time. We've heard the occasional grumble about a price not matching up from one trip to the next, but that's the exception, and most people leave already planning their next stop in. If you're looking for a tobacco shop in Elyria with real character and an owner who genuinely cares, Mystical Moon is worth the trip.

Pop in, look around, and strike up a conversation. That's how most regulars got started.