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The Bamboo Eater
9935 Rhode Island Ave, College Park, MD 20740, United States
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The Bamboo Eater
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Ch
Review №1

Great service, wide variety of cigars, prices are good as well,, and staff appears very knowledgeable.

wa
Review №2

I purchased a vape pen with in 3 weeks it came apart the wires had lost the solder joint. Im taking back tomorrow hope to get replaced. Great prices for peeps like me on a budget.

Da
Review №3

Great selection, knowledgeable staff, and good prices. Best in the area for cigars.

Pe
Review №4

Love them. Helpful. Down to earth. Glad its in the area.

Me
Review №5

Great selection of goods and awesome customer service 👍!!

Al
Review №6

Love this place! Been coming since they first opened years ago and they always have what I need. Staff is super friendly and helpful when making choices. Just stopped by yesterday which gained me a $5 coupon through their rewards program too! Definitely recommend

GC
Review №7

Very rude and dismissive. They keep the door locked so I knocked and a gentleman in blond dreads and bandana let me in. I planned to browse the store, however, he stopped me right inside the door and said what are you looking for. I mentioned a few products I have been considering and he said we dont have any. He then walked back to the door unlocked it opened it and stared at me. I saw a few things on the shelves that I wanted to buy, but at that point he was beckoning me out. So heres a tip, if you go there searching for something specific, be sure to say just browsing so at least you get a chance to check out the wares.

M.
Review №8

The service was amazing! Their employees really know their products! I was just there to purchase my first hookah and set, and they were able to walk me through it with any questions I had. It was a wonderful experience and I highly recommend!

Ca
Review №9

Love this place! Staff is friendly, helpful and they dont condescend to shoppers, no matter the age or appearance.

Tr
Review №10

Dude, was real nice and respectful. The only complaint was that they dont take cash.

Ja
Review №11

Today I purchased a beautiful dab rig from The Bamboo Eater and I am more than satisfied with both the friendly in-store service and my new piece. The Bamboo Eater has knowledgeable and attentive staff, an excellent selection of glassware, and, as a bonus, offers a 5% discount to UMD students. 5 stars!

sk
Review №12

Great prices, great selection and the service is incredible. If it wasnt for COVID I could easily spend an hour in that little gem.

Ka
Review №13

Best tobacco shop in MD!! I travel 20 minutes to go there because they have the best customer service and product selection. Definitely recommended!

Su
Review №14

They know just what I want, before I even get in the door. Very helpful and just a great group of people that work here. 10+++

Pr
Review №15

Sean was the best guy to talk to regarding all sorts of pieces. I came in with my two friends and he helped us find a rig in 10 minutes and was incredibly gracious, kind, and welcoming throughout the whole process. Will definitely be coming back

Ch
Review №16

This is my favorite cigar shop in the area. Everyone is always so kind and helpful when you go in there. I like the feeling of doing business with my friends and I think that the big draw for me.

Ro
Review №17

Good prices,however the white guy with the dreads was so disrespectful because I didnt wanna put the mask he provided.i had a mask on(not a rag or cloth covering).with that being said I could never step foot in there again .lost a valuable customer.

Co
Review №18

I recommend this place to everyone I know that is looking for new glass that is of high quality. The old adage you get what you pay for comes to mind for those that may feel they are a little expensive. Staff is extremely friendly and knowledgable. Hope in the future they expand into a Smoke Cafe when the time is right.

Ra
Review №19

Best smoke shop around! Staff and owners are quite knowledgable and a blast to chat with. Inventory is HUGE. Bamboo has everything you need and then some!Handmade glass pieces are pretty and great craftsmanship. Vast selection of vape products and quality cigars for sale as well. Cant wait to be back!

ri
Review №20

If you haven’t been to this shop, what are you waiting for? Thanks again to my man Zack for hooking up the hookah today. He knows his stuff and the selection is off the charts. My one stop shop. They are the greatest.

To
Review №21

Great place, extremely helpful people and great cigar selection.

Ri
Review №22

Great spot! Great selection, excellent pricing! My new go to spot!!!! The team there is excellent and courteous! You have to go here!

Jo
Review №23

Staff is friendly, good variety of cigars, and priced well. First time going today, and got a discount! Will definitely come back! Thanks!

ed
Review №24

Way over priced thin glassed junk. Won’t let you touch anything, They also will make you wear a mask over your mask. Go to Mr. smoke down the street, get something quality for less and have a much bigger selection, with less of a headache.

Mi
Review №25

Good selections! Authentic tobacconist!

Ra
Review №26

I go here weekly with friends. Lovely staff who are very knowledgeable and always so willing to guide! Plus they give away free stickers and matches with every purchase and have nice student discounts!

Me
Review №27

Shop seemed small but busy. Friendly staff. Their Covid efforts limit the number of folks in the store at one time and ask that you not touch anything as they serve you. While they didnt carry the very specific item that I was looking for, they did offer suggestions of where I might find it.

Ch
Review №28

My 2nd time being at this shop. I love it, the guys are super knowledgeable and friendly. They were helpful when I was trying to find a piece. My one stop for everything I need. As for the prices, I mean you get what you pay for

Ca
Review №29

My favorite shop in the area. They have an excellent selection of glass with tons of options. The folx behind the counter are always friendly and helpful with the best service. The shop has an amazing variety of glass and other options. I have been going here for all my smoking needs for a couple years and have never had a bad experience. 🌱❤️🙏

Ma
Review №30

Words dont do this shop justice; you should go and see for yourself. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable, and I definitely will be going back.

Ch
Review №31

Low key spot for all your smoking needs but flower. They also carry Kratom & cigars... Just so you will know theyre really sketchy in there so dont talk about flower. And if you dont know what flower is then you needed to have been stop reading this post. Lol...

Am
Review №32

Very friendly and helpful staff! Beautiful store with lots of products.

To
Review №33

Right off the beltwayGreat staff and even greater selectionIn my opinion: Best in the DMV!

St
Review №34

I always have a nice experience when I come here. The staff is great! They dont mind answering questions and they always give me details of any product that I may be glancing at. What tops it all is that they give you FREE stickers and matches. I mean, who doesnt like stickers?

Je
Review №35

Friendly staff, werent intrusive while looking around but there to help when I had questions. Fair prices were clearly labeled on everything, making it easy to narrow down what I was looking for based on my price range. Overall, the store was easy to navigate and the staff was great. Will be shopping there in the future.

Da
Review №36

The selection is amazing all quality pieces. I grab everything I need at one place for the best prices around. I check them out every time I’m in the area

Ru
Review №37

I hate going there but they are located close to me. Very strange people with no real people skills. Over priced (waterpipes) one of the employees tried correcting my terminology. I say bongs you say water pipe. Good thing we have more coming up in the area.

Py
Review №38

Delightful customer service, attentive to details, and more than happy to talk shop about what it is YOU want and need. I highly recommend you check them out if youre in the area

mw
Review №39

Friendly and knowledgeable (but importantly, non-pushy) staff run this store and help you to find whatever you may be looking for. Lots of options to choose from across many different routes of products.

Je
Review №40

No matter how many times i go in to this store Im always amazed!From old, to new, to Brand Spankin new. and if that doesnt entice you they have 5 Star customer service that will have you coming back time again and again. if you have never been please find some time(mostly time to kill) bring some friends and just browse you will not be disappointed and the prices are just right, oh one thing watch out when your leaving the store they might throw some bargains at you just to keep you there fight it....or give in like me and my friends did and kept buying.THANK YOU, Sean,Zach,and Mike your Awesome

bi
Review №41

These guys are super friendly, with great quality products and will let you take your time to make sure youre getting something you want. Theyve got a huge selection of vape juice as well, and have knowledgeable staff that can assist you with any product in the store. This is the ONLY tobacco shop in College Park I trust!!!

Ja
Review №42

These guys are awesome. Prices are what they are. Theyre not always going to be the cheapest, but if you are looking for the cheapest price rather than having something in your hands, go to amazon or ebay. These guys will take good care of you and answer any questions in a friendly manner without any condescending tone. Thanks for running a great store!

Ja
Review №43

When you walk in being watched is the only vibe you really get, cool stuff terrible customer service. Just something to chew on, I was holding trash in my hand, isnt the same as stealing, and when all of the store associates flock to your section to keep an extra eye on you, Makes you kinda think maybe they dont want certain people here, I hope management coaches around this because its an unacceptable way to run a business, making people feel unwelcome is a quick way to get shut down. Food for thought......

Br
Review №44

Really knowledgable staff. The two gentlemen helping me had done research on a ton of what they were offering in the store. I can honestly say Ive never been to a smoke shop where the people working there knew more than I did. It was nice to be able to learn about new products and actually be able to hold them. The banger selectionary they have is awesome. Same with fancy double bubble percolating pipes, they got lots of those.

Jo
Review №45

The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. They also have a wide variety of quality products.

Me
Review №46

The best prices in the area With amazing service

Ia
Review №47

Always helpful and provide great suggestions. Its awesome to have someone who actually uses the product they are selling.

Ju
Review №48

Best service ever. All staff is very friendly, knowledgable, and helpful.

Ca
Review №49

Great place!!!!!! Excellent selection honest prices I even got a free pack of organic raw papers with my purchase...... Its nice to deal with people who take there business seriously

ne
Review №50

I always go here. The staff is the best. The process are even better. Will always shop here

BJ
Review №51

Great prices, Excellent customer service, and super knowledgeable!

Mi
Review №52

Very friendly staff.Threw in a free cigar cutter for first time visitor!Will definitely stop back by when in the area !

Ro
Review №53

Very friendly knowledgeable! Exquisite place that is affordable. LOVE this place. Highly recommend.

Bh
Review №54

Nice shop, good selection and knowledgeable staff

Ro
Review №55

Great staff,awesome variety of accessories will definitely keep coming back.

An
Review №56

Fantastic staff (Zach was extremely knowledgeable and helpful), clean store with a great selection and variety of products! Definitely worth checking out.

Wi
Review №57

Staff is great. My favorite local shop.

Ch
Review №58

Best shop with best prices. Super friendly and knowledgeable staff. Always good vibes here.Also they sell CBD vape products that actually work. They take the time to test them.... They probably test everything they sell to be honest....Great place, A+++

Bo
Review №59

For a Vape shop, they have one of the best selections of fine cigars outside of a cigar shop.

Bo
Review №60

Small inventory (I think only one or two brands) when it comes to hookahs and hookah accessories, but what they do have is good quality. Additionally, the staff is very friendly and accommodating.

As
Review №61

Very small selection and the prices are over blown. The employees are snobby and try to correct you for using the term bong; seriously guys u can say water pipe all you want to just refrain from correcting a customer on their choice of words. I never liked pure virtue but after experiencing crappy customer services here more than a few times, Id say go there, they are surprisingly cheaper and make their own water pipes now and they have cats to greet you!! I mean how cool is that lol.

La
Review №62

Best place on the planet for all your tobacco needs. They have a large selection of juice for your vape, and plenty of bongs and bowls. You should defiantly check them out.

Th
Review №63

Love bamboo eater always have my raws instock and my man in there always have answers for any question and 30 incense for 5 dollar for the win.

El
Review №64

Zach and Danielle are AWESOME!!!! They know everything there is to know about Vapes and the oiles. Highly recommend him.They even let us try out a few too make sure we left with the right flavor

Et
Review №65

Awesome atmosphere, great selection, and super helpful and friendly staff!

Ch
Review №66

Great place to shop. Staff are always friendly and very helpful. I definitely recommend this place.

Gr
Review №67

The Bamboo Eater is my go to smoke shop in the DMV area. All of the staff are incredibly helpful, knowledgeable and considerate. They have a great selection of all kinds of beautiful glass, whether youre looking for a simple hand piece or an elaborate rig. Every time Im in the store I am always impressed with the professionalism that the environment is steeped in. If youre looking for papers theyve got you covered, got a whole wall of em. Need a good stogie? Look no further, their fully stocked humidors should have everything you could want. They even have a small case with some great glass jewelry and other non functioning glass art.

Da
Review №68

Ive been coming to bamboo eater since they opened. i remember when they still had only 2-3 glass display cases LOL. everyone working here is very knowledgeable, prices are always fair. the owners are great guys, that are here to help and sever the community. this is the only place i go for my glass & vape needs. - ONE LOVE - OVER & OUT

Jo
Review №69

Every time I have been to The Bamboo Eater I have been thoroughly impressed with their staff. Some of the friendliest most knowledgable people in the industry. Their selection of glass, cigars, hookahs, and e-cig supplies is astounding and the staff has always been able to help me find exactly what I need. Ive been to other tobacco shops in the area but none of them come close to The Bamboo Eater, simply the best around.

Ja
Review №70

Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Very helpful, and a great selection to choose from.

Ma
Review №71

Very Chill Smoking Shop

Bo
Review №72

Staff took intrest to my needs. Took the time to answer all of my questions and was very helpful in guiding me to product that met my needs and budget.Frendly and informative.Great products and customer service.

Ov
Review №73

Most knowledgeable and friendly staff Ive ever encountered coupled with a top of the line selection and affordable prices. These guys go all the way to 11!

Sa
Review №74

Friendly & helpful, thank you!

Be
Review №75

Nice vibes and a very knowledgeable staff. Love that its close to home too

Mi
Review №76

Great place! The employees are helpful, knowledgeable and patient. Very impressed!

Ik
Review №77

Big Fan. Always greeted with great energy. Amazing selection of incense, among other things....

Je
Review №78

Awesome staff! Very friendly, knowledgeable and a cool place to visit. Customer service is stellar!

Ju
Review №79

Kool place. Would like to see name brand ecig stuff.

Ni
Review №80

The most important part of business is cosumer service and this place nails it. I told the guy Im just starting out and he took the time to explain and answer my questions. Even the stupid ones. He did so in a very nice manner and seemed very happy to help. His recommenations were very good. This place will get more of my business

Su
Review №81

The male manager on staff today (I forgot the guys name) was super helpful and helped get me exactly what I came in there for at a good price. Will be returning for surr

De
Review №82

Great customer service great deals

po
Review №83

Guys were very nice and helpful, def found my new fav smoke shop. Thanks guys!!!

Je
Review №84

Best shop in the area. Great customer service; very knowledgeable products.

As
Review №85

Stopped by with my mom to pick out some incense, great selection, super friendly employees, and wonderful service.

Sh
Review №86

Great service. Very informative. Lots of supplies

An
Review №87

Unique and incredible items in the store. The staff was very helpful and friendly . I would recommend this to my friends and well definitely return.

Av
Review №88

Great selection of cigars and awesome customer service! I got a discount just for trying a new cigar.

T.
Review №89

Love this place

Sp
Review №90

This is by far my favorite all-around smoke shop in this area. They have a little bit of everything from traditional pipes and hookahs to electronic vaping devices to glassware (and a good selection of tobacco, shisha, and vaping liquids to go along with your chosen method of ingestion). The staff is very friendly and more than willing to help if you cant make a decision on a product. Prices on most things are as good as, if not better than, Ive found in any brick and mortar store, and are just barely higher than on line prices for a lot of items.

Mi
Review №91

For a small shop, they have an excellent selection of fine cigars in the humidor.

Ch
Review №92

Great place for tobacco purchases it has a good selection and the staff knows there products. Excellent service.

Ma
Review №93

Every time I go in there, they provide excellent service and have exactly what Im looking for.

Ke
Review №94

Didnt have exactly what I was looking for but decent selection and helpful staff.

Da
Review №95

Best prices hands down for any type of vape juices

Ev
Review №96

Great staff. Clean place for all smoking needs. Hookah expensive but quality.

Ab
Review №97

Friendly Service, Plenty of options, They have this little hookah for $40, Smokes Amazing!

La
Review №98

Fantastic service, fantastic products, would recommend every time to any cigar buff.

Aa
Review №99

Fantastic experience every time I stop in, they always take care of the customers, very knowledgeable and they welcome feedback on their products, if you dont have a great experience with a purchase they make it right!!

De
Review №100

Their prices are reasonable and the staff is very helpful.

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4.7 Rating
  • Address:9935 Rhode Island Ave, College Park, MD 20740, United States
  • Site:http://thebambooeater.com/
  • Phone:+1 301-441-1012
Categories
  • Cigar shop
  • Tobacco shop
  • Vaporizer store
Working hours
  • Monday:12–6PM
  • Tuesday:12–6PM
  • Wednesday:12–6PM
  • Thursday:12–6PM
  • Friday:12–6PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:12–6PM
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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