Unique Tobacco & Convenience

Unique Tobacco & Convenience is a family-owned corner store in Altoona, Pennsylvania that keeps things simple. It's a quick in-and-out kind of spot, the sort of neighborhood store where locals grab what they need and get back on their way. On the smoke shop side, they carry glass pipes and water pipes along with the usual convenience-store staples.

Ask anyone who stops in regularly and you'll hear it's an easy stop, the kind of place that's been part of the neighborhood for a while. We'll be straight with you: opinion around town is a little split on this one. Some folks call it a friendly, welcoming family store with owners and employees they've never had a problem with, while others have had less smooth visits.

Worth knowing too that they tend to close on the earlier side, so plan your trip accordingly. If you're after a low-key local shop for pipes and everyday convenience items in Altoona, this is one to keep on your list.