Smoke Lot

If you know cigars, Smoke Lot in Pickerington is a name worth having in your pocket. The centerpiece here is the humidor, and locals will tell you it's something special. There are two walk-in humidors kept freshly stocked with well-known and higher-end brands, and more than one person who's traveled through has called it one of the best cigar selections around the Columbus area. Sam, the owner, is the kind of guy who'll walk you through the different varieties and take his time doing it.

Ask anyone who's stopped in on their way through town and they'll mention how welcoming he is. Beyond the cigars, this is a full tobacco shop. They carry vapes and disposables, a range of e-liquid and vape juice, glass pipes and water pipes, and rolling papers. Regulars appreciate that the team keeps up with new product lines and are happy to point you toward what's just come in.

The store is clean and easy to browse, and the word around Pickerington is that prices on the cigars are fair, with the shop adjusting them often. The staff generally earn warm words, with folks describing them as respectful and easy to deal with. We have heard the odd grumble, one person felt an exchange over a return went sideways, so it's fair to say service can be hit or miss depending on the day. That said, the overall feeling among people who shop here is a good one, and the cigar selection alone keeps them coming back.

If you're on the southeast side of town and after a good smoke, Smoke Lot is worth the stop. Check out the humidor first.