Pittsburgh Smoke Shop

Ask anyone who shops here and they'll tell you Pittsburgh Smoke Shop has quickly become a favorite, and the numbers back it up. It's one of the highest-rated smoke shops around, and once you spend a few minutes inside you understand why. The place recently expanded to about twice its old size, so there's a lot to take in. As one regular put it, there's so much cool inventory you'll probably forget what you came in for. The selection is what people talk about first.

Vape juice, pods, and devices are a real strength here, and folks who couldn't track down their particular juice or pods anywhere else say this is the one shop that carries them. If you're after something newer, they keep current devices in stock too, right down to the Vaporesso Luxe XR Max. Beyond the vapes, you'll find a strong lineup of rolling papers, cones, infused drinks, plus CBD and hemp goods and a few surprises most shops don't stock. One local walked out with a well-made sling bag and was genuinely impressed to find gear like that in a smoke shop at all. The owner, Alex, gets a lot of love around Bellevue.

People describe him as genuine and personable, someone who actually cares about the service, and word is if he doesn't have what you want, he'll find it for you. The rest of the team, several sharp and friendly women among them, know their products and let you browse without hovering. Alex also offers a discount to veterans and active duty members, which regulars appreciate. There's often a dog hanging out inside, which adds to the easygoing feel. The word around Pittsburgh is that prices are fair, and there are deals or freebies on the daily calendar, sometimes candy or stickers with a purchase.

You'll find the shop right on Lincoln Avenue with easy parking in the lots by Assumption church. As one loyal shopper said, there are a thousand smoke shops in Pittsburgh, but this one outshines them all.