Zillmere Tobacconist

Zillmere Tobacconist in Queensland has become a bit of a local institution for smokers in the Greater Brisbane Region. They’ve got a decent selection of smoking accessories and tobacco products, though we’ve heard the stock levels can sometimes be a bit hit-or-miss. The shop’s open from 8 in the morning until 8 at night, seven days a week, which is pretty convenient for most people’s schedules.

Most visitors reckon the prices here are absolutely bonza compared to other shops in the area. One regular customer mentioned it’s the best-priced tobacconist they’ve found in the inner North and South Brisbane areas. They’ve even been known to throw in a free lighter or two sometimes, which is a nice touch. Just keep in mind it’s a cash-only establishment, but they’ve thoughtfully put two ATMs in the store to make things easier.

The customer service here seems to be a mixed bag. While most people rave about the friendly staff who go above and beyond (like that time they happily accepted a whole bag of silver coins from a customer), others reckon they’ve caught the staff being a bit distracted on their phones. But generally speaking, the consensus is that the team is knowledgeable and helpful, especially when it comes to helping customers navigate different brands and products.

Something worth mentioning is that the shop has wheelchair access with a ramp, making it accessible for everyone. While it mightn’t be the fanciest tobacconist you’ll ever visit, it’s got that local shop feel where most customers are made to feel like family. Sure, there might be the odd day when things aren’t perfect, but for the most part, it’s the kind of place where people drive from across Brisbane just to shop there, mainly because of the competitive prices and the generally warm atmosphere.