Discount Tobacco & Beverage

Discount Tobacco & Beverage has earned a real following in Mentor, and it is the kind of neighborhood store where the people behind the counter know their regulars by name. Ask anyone who shops here and they will point you toward the friendly, personable staff first. One local summed up the vibe well, calling them "the best people in the world," and even on a busy day when it is one person handling a line of lottery players and shoppers, folks say she keeps things moving with a smile and an apology for any wait.

On the shelves you will find cigarettes, cigars, e-liquid and vape juice, along with a solid range of smoking accessories. This spot also carries adult beverages, and locals mention it is their regular stop for beer, with the staff happy to walk out and help you track down a specific bottle or the right cigar. Caroline gets a shout-out for bringing in Feel Free, the plant-based energy drink that has picked up a few devoted fans around town.

Value is part of the draw too. People who shop here call the prices reasonable and tend to compare it favorably against the other shops nearby, with more than one saying this is by far the best of the bunch. We have heard the occasional grumble, a dry cigar or a phone call that landed on a rough morning, but that runs against the grain of what most folks experience here, which is a nice little store staffed by people who keep them laughing and coming back.

If you are looking for a tobacco shop in Mentor with a genuine neighborhood feel, this one is easy to recommend.