TSG St Leonards

TSG St Leonards in NSW is a handy little tobacconist tucked away between a pub and the train station. You’ll find this shop’s got a bit of everything you might need, from your standard cigarettes and smoking accessories to an interesting selection of glass flutes. They’ve even branched out with a nice variety of chocolates and lollies if you’re after something sweet.

Most visitors reckon the prices here are pretty competitive, actually some say they’re offering the best cigarette prices in Sydney. The store itself is well organized, making it easy to find what you’re after. While the service can be a bit hit-or-miss (some days you might have to wait a tick), when the staff are there, we hear they’re typically friendly and helpful. They’re known to go the extra mile with personalized recommendations if you’re not sure what you’re after.

The shop keeps long hours, running from 7am to 11pm every day of the week, which is proper convenient if you’re working odd hours. Though fair warning, there have been a few occasions where customers have found the shop temporarily closed during stated opening hours, so you might want to factor that in if you’re making a special trip.

They accept all the usual payment methods including EFTPOS, cards, and cash, so you won’t be caught short at the counter. The atmosphere is generally warm and welcoming, with everything laid out nice and neat. Last time I popped in, I noticed they’d done a good job keeping their display cases clean and well-stocked, which isn’t always a given in some tobacco shops.

It’s worth noting that while the product range isn’t the largest you’ll find in Sydney, they’ve got all the essentials covered. Several regulars mention they keep coming back because of the reasonable prices and convenient location near the station. Just remember that like any shop near public transport, it can get a bit busy during peak hours.