Shades of Catalina is a shop offering a variety of cigars, sunglasses, and keepsakes near the main boardwalk on Catalina Island. Customers appreciate its wide selection, including an entire wall of cigars and unique items like a cigar box ukulele. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive, providing good service and helping customers find the right products. Despite being the only vape shop in the area, reviews mention that prices are higher, which is common on the island. Visitors find the shop convenient and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere. Many leave positive feedback about the owner's professionalism and kindness, contrasting with some negative reviews. Overall, it’s a popular spot for those looking for cigars, souvenirs, or a special ukulele before heading back on the boat.
Shop was really cool and convenient. Don’t believe the bad reviews about this place, the lady was friendly and not rude at all. Everything is more expensive on an island especially considering it is the only vape shop in the area. Really sad to see the bad reviews on the owner of the shop cause she was actually super... read full comment
August 2023
Thanks for the great cigar box ukulele! I really appreciated your professionalism and trust while trying out instruments. You were very patient and attentive. Now I have exactly the right ukulele for me and everyone tells me house nice it sounds. It even made it back safe to France! All the best to my uke buddy and crew.
August 2023
This place is amazing. Great service and food was on point and so good
