This is a good place. The staff is courteous and generally tries to answer questions. I would have liked a little more effort on the part of the clerks to answer questions I had about products but there's only so much they can do. What I really appreciate is that I bought a product and it stopped working soon after I bought it. I came in the next day and wanted an exchange. The clerk said that they were not allowed to process exchanges, they called the manager and verified, and told me to come back. I thought this was a line of BS, a delay tactic. I was not able to come back the same day, but I called the next day, the manager answered and said he would be in. I came in, the manger inspected the product, asked me some questions and processed my exchange. The manager was real chill. We verified that the exchanged item worked and I left satisfied, no BS. That's great service. read more

‼GREAT SELECTION OF VAPES‼ BUT PROFILING IS NOT NICE! REVERSE LAYUP! BACKWARD VETTING PROCESSES! This was the second time they treated me like the Police and asked me if I was a lawyer for the second time while actually having to be in Pasadena for court. I respect the Vetting process for the vapes. But, being reverse profiled?! My second time visiting this place both times asked if I was a lawyer as well as a marine the first time. Then said they only take cash then when I said I only had a credit card they asked if I mind the Tax?? Common sense! And as I pull out my phone to Apple pay with an Amex that happened to be in Ma' Dukes name... Blah blah blah hoping that getting the owner on the phone I'd get some compassion. Nope! Apparently I'm tapped and get rejected, "Sorry!"... because i get carded for ID. FOR APPLE PAY!!! In 5 minutes by transfer some money around and got the Vape that I wanted thank you!!! But don't forget, the support and business from people like me keeps your lights on! SMH. read more

Top Shelf Smoke Shop - Fogger Vape White Gummy - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

The guy here asked what I did for a living when I ask for a certain vape, and then asked if I worked with law enforcement. Very weird way to greet a customer unless you have something shady going on. read more

Top Shelf is like the Cheers bar of smoke shops. I hate to see the lower yelp rating because this place is great. Some of the bad reviews mention flavored vapes and legal stuff, but think "modern-day prohibition." They're not shady; they're just thorough. Once you're a regular, you'll get a member card that keeps things smooth. The owner's chill, and Yami and Ariana are awesome--friendly, helpful, and happy to chat when it's not busy. Prices are fair and the vibe is genuinely welcoming. I used to go in for vapes, but now I'm comfortable enough to ask questions and try new things. Long way to say Top Shelf is a great shop and great staff. read more

The woman was friendly and had exactly what I went in for. Many thanks! Now I don't have to drive to Glendale!

It's a big place they alots variety if products thsts customers looking for great place to shop friendly place great customers service read more

Love this spot, got two rigs here, both great and will be coming back when I need a third

I'm not from the area but I happily ran into this shop and may I say the customer service was absolutely amazing! A nice young lady welcomed me and helped me out. she was very kind and helped me with all my questions. Thanks Arianna!! :) read more

I bought a Flum Pebble vape pen and it was stuffy. Not to mention this shop are selling them for $32 cash only when other shops have them for $20-$25. Not to mention the female that was working there tested it after I advised I wasn't happy with the way it was hitting. She claimed it was fine to her, but I'm the one who spent money and wasn't happy. I drove all the way to this shop to purchase a vape and left upset. This was my first and last time I will NEVER come here again. I rather give a homeless person $32 before I come here again!!! I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS SMOKE SHOP and am very upset that I had to even had to give them 1 star. read more

Top Shelf Smoke Shop - I GIVE THIS SHOP TWO THUMBS DOWN!!!! - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

Last time I will be visiting this place. One, their prices are a bit high compared to other places where I get my flavored vapes, plus this place charges tax as well. Seems like they like to collect from front and back, squeeze every penny. Two, I was charged $7 for 20oz. Dole High Concentrated Strawberry Lemonade drink, the worker made it seem like it was a "special drink and a scarce resource." I was thirsty, and didn't want to stop anywhere else so I bought the drink, didn't bother putting back on the shelf. Brother, not sure where you get your products from, but here's a tip, order those "DOLE HIGH CONCENTRATED" drinks of yours from Amazon, you can get a 12 pack of 20oz same product for less than $30. I would not recommend this place for anyone. read more

Top Shelf Smoke Shop - It will be cheaper for you, so then you can stop charging people $7 for a bottle. Ridiculous! - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

Service - Excellent. I had the pleasure of dealing with River today. So sweet and knowledgeable. Selection - Great selection of all types of stuff. Value - I can't speak for other products in the store but for the bong I purchased, it's $10 cheaper at Top Shelf than any competitors' websites on the 4 that I checked. GREAT SHOP!! Thank you RIVER. read more

Literally go anywhere else this place is so expensive for no reason. I went recently and didn't see till I go home that it was almost $40 for a vape. read more

Top Shelf Smoke Shop - Receipt for 1 vape - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

This has got to be the worst smoke shop in the history of smoke shops the lady that works there is so darn rude she over charges for everything and makes the experience so bad I would never come here again this place needs to close read more

verry expensive. This vape is normally 15-20$ in other smoke shop . Here they sellers 27+tax read more

Top Shelf Smoke Shop - 27$ + tax - Tobacco Shops Near Me - Pasadena, California

This place used to be cool when I first moved to Pasadena a few years ago. The owner is great however I'm unsure on who's hiring the staff here but as of lately all the staff are horrible! I always see a friend lingering around with whatever female employee is working at the time, Customer service and the prices are so terrible now. (the owner is the only one with great customer service) Employees act as if they are on something.. Not friendly what so ever and this last visit the employee had me waiting as I just came in for a pack of cigarettes and I stood there waiting to order as I watched her socialize with a friend who has walked into the shop seconds after me. She attended to her friend before helping a paying customer. No customer service or professionalism. It seems like this a "hang out" spot when the owner isn't around. I hope he is made aware of this. It looks like I'm going to have to start driving 10 miles out to a more decent smoke shop because this shop keeps getting worse and worse read more

Quality products and great customer service. I have made many purchases from Top Shelf before this review. My Phoenix Star bong, cigarettes, glass pipes, rolling papers, kratom and vapes are all bought from Top Shelf because I believe in good customer service, and I believe in businesses that are owned and ran by even better people. Chris is the owner of the store and he has always been patient, works with my budget, and has great new products to recommend. He knows his sh!t and always holds a space of good vibes when you walk through those doors. I'm a customer for life because of that. read more

Love love love! Out of all the pieces, bongs I've bought this Glow in the dark bong has to be the COOLEST & STRONGEST Bong I've ever had! RECOMMEND for all your smoke shop needs! Very Clean & amazing customer service, definitely will be coming back soon! Thank you Top Shelf Smoke Shop read more

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Bought some cheap glass from this shop. One of the pieces was so poorly made that it was impossible to draw from. Went back in the store and dude behind the counter said there's nothing he can do. Seems like maybe him replacing a $5 glass piece and retaining a repeat customer would've been better than me posting this review. Guess some people have to be told that the customer matters more than $5 Maybe try standing behind the products you sell instead of basically tricking me into buying garbage glass. You can examine a piece all you want, but won't know a thing until you actually try it. Enjoy that $5. After reading other reviews, it's seems more like you run a table at a flea market rather than a business you want to be successful. read more

Great selection and prices. This shop offers a wide range of all possible tobacco/vape/marijuana products as well as hookah. The owners are kind and always helpful. I will be back whenever im in the area. read more

Literally the best shop in Pasadena. When I say the SERVICE CUSTOMER SERVICE is the best I mean it. Every time I have walked in here Chris has made me feel welcome and was able to give me product knowledge on anything I asked. I do not shop at any other smoke shops now. Thank you TOP SHELF ! MORE LIKE TOP SERVICE! DONT TAKE MY WORD FOR IT GO IN AND SEE! read more

Gots all the goodies very quick, incredibly convenient parking situation, friendly knowledgeable staff, clean. Tis essential no cap

come here this is the only place i go toooooo fuck the critics yo this place is dopey dope dope

Best smoke shop ever! Super friendly and helpful staff. Anything you need, they got it! read more

I used to go here all the time when I was not in my right mind. Now that I am sober and can see clearly. Everyone should avoid this place. They are super overpriced and they sell defective products. Stay Away!!!!!! Worst and most expensive smoke shop I have ever been to. Have a great day everyone! read more

Ever since Top Shelf opened up here in Pasadena it has been the only Smoke Shop I go to. Their vape inventory is massive and they're sure to have whatever brand/flavor you prefer - if vaping is your thing. Their prices are fair and they often offer bundle deals if you purchase more than 1 of the same item. The staff is always cool and friendly, offering a warm welcome every time you step through the door... especially Chris, gotta give him a shout out for always taking care of me! Seriously, if you're in the Pasadena area be sure to stop by here and check them out, there's no reason to go anywhere else! read more

Opens 15 minutes late every time I have come in the morning. A good portion of their inventory is cash only, while their ATM Fee can reach $7 to withdrawal money, and doesn't dispense bills lower than $10 (meaning you will end up taking $30+ out for no reason) .... total scam, you will end up spending double your money and double your time. I am a regular at this smoke shop it's upsetting they do not show courtesy towards frequent customers. I recommend going elsewhere for disposable nicotine at the least. read more

I love this place it's a one-stop shop !! From tobacco disposables to any vape product they got it all at the best prices in town. Also The guy working there is so friendly so nice and very knowledgeable and it's so happy to help you out. You have to come check them out they literally have anything you need !! read more

Good variety of products. It's close to a lot of fast food restaurants if your hungry after smokin.

Went in for a quick something something and spent more time than I planned since staff were really friendly and helpful. Spent more than I planned also but I'll make use of everything lol. Come on in, you won't be disappointed! read more

I been couple of times, super cool shop. Great prices, wide varieties. Really nice owner, i am ready to come back again.

This smoke shop is always convenient and open late with the affordable prices I Like. Everything is what you would expect except their not selling menthol Newport shorts, I Think they should bring that variety back for the menthol smokers out there. read more

Best spot in Pasadena! Every time I walk in the staff is super friendly. They have some really cool stuff.

Worst shop ever. Requested flower, given edibles. Could not open in shop and did not realize until home. Went back to shop. Refused to exchange. Worst service and experience ever. Will not be returning No refund or exchanged on a product sold in error. What a joke. We will spread the word not to go here read more

Awesome shop, even better customer service! Great selection of anything you need and fair pricing!

This place has the biggest selection out of all local smoke shops. They literally have everything here. The employees were also super helpful and friendly. I am a returning customer with full satisfaction every time I come in the store... and last time they threw in a couple of free wraps! Thanks Top Shelf read more

Amazing, clean, friendly as all hell. Great customer service and great shop all around. Chris helped me out in the shop and made sure I was happy with my purchase before completing the transaction. One of the heat smoke shops I've been too in a while. read more

Affordable prices and a wide variety of stuff. The dude that was working was really chill and nice. It's a must go.

Fantastic customer service. We needed a glass piece and some screens and the owner helped us out right away.

Came to top shelf smoke shop and was told that if i wrote a review on google i would be able to recieve a discount . When i went out of my way to write a review they told me the post never posted . As i had valid proof that it did post . The lady working called the owner and he was very offensive calling my husband just my boyfriend and that i needed to have a better phone i needed to go and also write a yelp review . He told me maybe next time it would work . I spent 10 min in the store trying to be polite and give this smoke shop a review and because they didn't see something on their end that i had valid proof of was false advertisement . Basically getting my hood review and not giving me a discount as promised read more

I recommend this shop to all my friends. Knowledgeable, friendly, attentive service. Welcoming staff. I enjoy going to this shop. The hours work better for me than other shops. Just a really good vibe from this place. Everytime I go in, I am greeted with a smile and gratitude. Love going here! read more