Smoke it if you got it! New Orleans isn't just a town focused
on adult beverages. There are plenty of stores specializing in smokable
products and accessories. From huge glassware that can be a centerpiece at your
party to big selections of vapes, these stores are ready to fulfill your needs
and keep you in the clouds and up in smoke.
The New Orleans smoke, vape, and CBD shops are the best of the best when it
comes to specialty smoking items. It's way better than the options at the local
gas station.
Smoke Shops of New Orleans
1. Ra Shop
Multiple Locations, therashops.com
Ra Shop started off in Mandeville in 1994 and that location still stands today. There are currently 15 locations from Mississippi to Lafayette, but you can visit the Ra Shop on the Southshore in the Riverbend neighborhood (8128 Oak St.), in Metairie (3828 Veterans Memorial Blvd.), Uptown (3118 Magazine St.), and in the French Quarter (1201 Decatur St., 739 Bourbon St., 733 Toulouse St.).
If you're in need of pipes, vapes, detox
supplements, and accessories, just look for the bright yellow sign with the Eye
of Ra!
2. The Herb Import Co.
Multiple Locations, herbimport.com
The Herb Import Company has pipes and vapes, as well as an extensive line of vitamins, herbal supplements, and incense. Visit the Mid-City location (5055 Canal St.) for a big selection of products, and then you can grab some coffee at the attached Sacred Grinds Coffee Shop. You can also visit The Herb Import Co. in the French Quarter at 711 N. Peter St.
Newer to the Herb Import Co. family is High
Ground Dispensary located at 4901 Canal Street. This shop specializes in hemp-derivative
products such as Delta 8 THC gummies recently approved by the Louisiana Dept.
of Health.
3. The Mushroom
1037 Broadway St., (504) 866-6065, themushroomnola.com
The Mushroom can be a little hard to find if you haven't been there before. You have to walk up a staircase lined with concert flyers to access the second-story store. To the right is an extensive collection of CDs, records, books, collectibles, and DVDs. You can also grab a shirt of your favorite band or some sweet shades.
To the left is a poster gallery, incense,
and pipes for you to peruse at your leisure, and the knowledgeable staff stands
ready to answer any questions you have. The Mushroom has been serving New
Orleans' smoking community since 1969.
4. Puff N Fun Smoke Land
5104 Freret St., (504) 354-1345, puffnfunsmokeshop.com
The next time you're promenading on Freret Street, make a stop into Puff N Fun. They've got vapes from a ton of reputable companies including Coastal Clouds, Geek Vape, Elf Bar, Fume, Pacha Mama, Vaporesso, Bali, and many more.
There are tons of e-juice brands and
flavors to choose from: Cloud Nerds Strawberry Lemon, Air Factory Blue Razz Ice,
Custard Monster Butterscotch, and Fruit Monsters Strawberry Kiwi Pomegranate, just to name a few. The fun, colorful store also keeps a large selection of
hookahs, cigars, and accessories.
5. Planet X Smoke Shop
Multiple Locations, smokeshopneworleans.com
Steps away from the corner of Oak Street (1126 South Carrollton Ave.) and a secondary location in Harvey (1121 Manhattan Blvd.), Planet X Smoke Shop is a vape shop that is packed with every brand and flavor imaginable.
Planet X likes to
keep new, innovative products in stock. Try out a glycerin-filled glass hookah
that can be refrigerated for a cool smoking experience. Or check out their
interesting papers. The Blazy Susan papers are thin, vegan, and come in pink or
purple. You can also look at the selection of CBD products, kratom, and other
smoking products to find your new favorite.
6. Mary Jane's Emporium
1229 Decatur St., (504) 525-8004, maryjanesemporium.com
Mary Jane's isn't an expansive store with overwhelming options. It's a perfect little store to quickly stop in when you're in the French Quarter to get what you need. Mary Jane's has pipes, vapes, popular cigarette brands, papers, and wraps.
If you're not on-the-go and have some time
to shop around, this store has a good selection of glassware, some of which is
made by local artisans. It is not recommended to go bar-hopping on Bourbon
Street right after you buy one, though! Mary Jane's Emporium is open every day
from 10 a.m. to midnight for your convenience.
7. Smoke on the Water Cigars
510 Conti St., (504) 533-9992, instagram.com/smokeonthewatercigars
Smoke on the Water Cigars is one of the best places in the French Quarter to get a great quality cigar that you can enjoy in-store on one of the plush leather couches while you watch a game on the TV or while you're walking the streets and taking in the sights.
If you want to hang out at the shop, but
would prefer a breath of fresh air, take your stogie out to the cool, private
patio. There's also a TV out here so you won't miss any action. All of the
cigars are kept in humidors that line the walls so you know it won't be dried
out when you come by. Smoke on the Water is open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
8. Smoked Shop Plus
Multiple Locations
Smoked Shop Plus has three locations across the greater New Orleans area that you can stop by: New Orleans (2131 Canal Street), Belle Chasse (8160 LA-23), and Chalmette (418 W Judge Perez Dr.). Smoked Shop is more than pipes and papers; they have a wide array of vapes, juices, kratom, and new CBD products.
You'll be seriously surprised by the fancy
hookahs at this store! There's some eye-catching pieces that will definitely be
the hit of your party. For the old-school smokers, there's plenty of wraps in
classic and brand new flavors.
9. Up In Smoke
10. Smoke Sum
926 Canal St., (504) 510-0051, facebook.com/SmokeSumShop
Smoke Sum shop has all the smoking and tobacco products you could ever need. The shop features unique made ashtrays, jars, and more. Something unique that they sell is homemade wax melts made in scents such as green tea and mint, berries and cream, and sandalwood.
They sell fun pieces like homemade beaded roach clips as well. During the holidays, you can even grab a "Christmas bundle," which is a graphically designed box with all of your smoking accessories within it. Stop by anytime for any and all your smoking needs.
Best Smoke/Head Shops in NOLA
You can't find a corner of metro New Orleans without a great
smoke shop! The options are seemingly endless these days; don't hesitate to ask
staff members questions about all these new vape brands, flavors, and styles.
Did we forget the best smoke shop in New Orleans? Let us
know what it is!
