Frankston Smokes

Frankston Smokes in Victoria is your typical local tobacconist, but with a bit of extra charm thrown in. Just a quick two-minute stroll from the recently spruced-up Frankston train station, this family-run shop has become a bit of a local fixture. The store stocks all your usual tobacco essentials, from cigarettes and rolling papers to lighters and other smoking accessories.

The customer service here is something special, actually. You’ll usually find a friendly mother-son duo behind the counter, and visitors reckon they’re pretty ace at making sure everyone gets sorted quickly and properly. They’re known for their fast, thorough service and smooth transactions, which is always a good thing when you’re in a bit of a rush.

Price-wise, we’ve heard from quite a few locals that they’re pretty competitive. Some reckon they’ve got the best prices in Frankston, which isn’t something to sneeze at. Though like any shop, you might want to check your purchases before heading home – there’s been the odd complaint about product quality, but the staff are generally good about sorting out any dramas.

They’re open seven days a week, which is pretty handy. During the week they’re up and running from 8am to 6:30pm, Saturdays they open at 9am until 6pm, and Sundays they’re there from 9:30am to 5pm. The shop accepts all the usual payment methods – EFTPOS, cards, and cash, so you won’t get caught short.

It’s not exactly a fancy place, but it does what it says on the tin. The staff are friendly, the prices are decent, and it’s dead easy to get to if you’re using public transport. Fair dinkum, if you’re after a no-fuss tobacconist in Frankston, you could do a lot worse than dropping by here.