Cignall Reservoir

Cignall Reservoir in Victoria is your typical local tobacconist, stocking all the usual suspects like cigarettes, rolling papers, and various smoking accessories. They’re open six days a week, running from 8:30 in the morning until 5:30 on weekdays, and 9 to 5 on Saturdays, though they take Sundays off for a breather.

Look, I’ve got to be straight with you. While one or two visitors reckon they usually find what they’re after, and someone mentioned the prices aren’t too bad, the store’s reputation isn’t exactly stellar. We’ve heard from quite a few people that their shopping experience wasn’t what you’d hope for. The owner’s customer service approach has been described as… well, let’s just say it could use some work. Several visitors have mentioned having rather uncomfortable interactions, which is a bit of a shame really.

They take all the usual payment methods including cash, EFTPOS, and cards, so at least that part’s convenient. But fair warning: if you’re planning to pop in, maybe bring your thick skin along with your wallet. Sometimes you might get lucky and have a smooth transaction, but from what we’ve gathered, it’s bit of a mixed bag when it comes to the welcome you’ll receive.

It’s one of those situations where the store itself has what you need, but the overall experience might leave you looking elsewhere. While some folks say they can usually find what they’re after, others have had experiences that weren’t exactly what you’d call warm and fuzzy. Bit of a shame really, since a local tobacconist should be a place where you can duck in, grab what you need, and have a decent interaction while you’re at it.