University Smoke Shop

University Smoke Shop is one of the best-regarded stops on the ave here in Seattle, and locals will tell you the reason comes down to two things: the prices and Sami. Sami is the owner, and ask anyone who shops here regularly and they'll say he remembers faces, takes the time to answer questions, and generally makes the trip feel worth it. That kind of hospitality earns loyalty, and this shop has plenty of it.

The selection is a big part of the draw. We hear the glass wall alone is worth the visit, with a huge range of glass pipes and water pipes and deep discounts that come around often. On the vape side, they keep disposables, e-liquid and vape juice, plus vaporizers and tobacco pipes, and regulars keep coming back for the deals on names like SMOK and OliveBar.

The word around Seattle is that if you're tired of paying over market price elsewhere for popular disposables, this is where you find a solid alternative at a fair number. Rolling papers and the usual smoking accessories round out the shelves, so most folks find what they came for in one trip. If you're new to the store, it helps to ask Sami directly about return windows and product details before you buy, since we've heard the occasional grumble on that front.

On the whole, though, people who shop here swear by it. As one regular put it, it's the absolute best local smoke shop on the ave. Between the friendly counter, the wide inventory, and the running deals, it's easy to see why this shop has built such a strong following in the neighborhood.