Smoke + Vape Toke

Smoke + Vape Toke has earned a strong reputation as one of Des Moines' most liked tobacco shops, and the reason comes up again and again: this is a family-run spot where they treat you like one of their own. Locals will tell you the folks behind the counter remember your name, are happy to talk shop, and take real time to set you up with the right gear rather than just ringing you up and moving on. The selection is what keeps people coming back.

Ask anyone who shops here and they'll point you to the vapes and disposables, the e-liquid and vape juice, and a well-stocked wall of glass pipes and water pipes. They carry rolling papers, cigarettes, and a good range of smoking accessories too, so it's the kind of place where you can walk in for one thing and leave properly outfitted. Word around town is that the prices are hard to beat, with some regulars saying it's the cheapest around, and the owner has a habit of knocking a bit off on the spot just to take care of the customer.

We've heard some great stories about how they handle problems, too. One person brought back a defective item the day after buying it, and even though a different man was working the counter, he sorted the issue out right away with no fuss. That said, locals are a little split on returns, since a couple of people have had a harder time getting a defective vape swapped, so it's worth keeping your receipt and asking questions up front.

A quick heads up: parking out front can be tight, so most regulars just grab a spot on the street. If you're looking for a friendly, fairly priced vape shop in Des Moines, this one's well worth a stop.