I've got a super popular review on Google already about how Gateway is undoubtedly the #1 smoke shop in the bay, scroll so check it out too. I was browsing through the reviews here though and felt compelled to speak up for my homies here concerning the the shop supposedly "never being open"... Well my friend go ahead and check ya privilege at the gate (gate, gateway, get it =p) and have some consideration for the cultural context in which many of these stores, this one for sure, operate in. THEY'RE MUSLIM, and if there's one aspect of Islam that I'd expect most everyone to be familiar with it's that they have several different times throughout the day (5 if I recall exactly) during which they all pray. I'd bet good hard earned money that the "inconvenience" that several people have posted about concerning the store not being open during business hours are because of this reason. So next time maybe sit tight and a smoke a lil for the few minutes these people allow themselves to worship as they are accustomed to, rather than participate in shaming/complaining about it without having considered that the rise and grind american monoculture is not the singular mode of life to which everyone must subscribe. As-salamu alaykum and One Love everyone. read more

Luqman H. Hey you I'm trying to invite you to dinner at my place some night when you get off work? you do have my number you can call me and confirm the date. My review of the smoke shop is 5 star what he doesn't have he will get. He has excellent five star customer service even through pandemic he remained solid and there . The owner has good reps with vendors and gets the latest merchandise. I am a solid vape girl and always am obsessed with what's new. However, I wont lie I like to go in there just to see him. I have been to every smoke shop in the bay looking for the best merchandise and that he has. Its a bonus he happens to be a good guy top notch business person and a hard worker. If you haven't been there before its a must see The owner has excellent taste and gives a good deal and strives to be best smoke shop around. -Jean H. read more

Very good customer service , My friend told about this business which just has a grand opening , I bought a vapor and t-shirt. The place was very nice and organized and clean unlike other smoke shops I have been to. I would recommend going to this smoke shop. Once you go their and see you will be surprised with the stuff they carry. They many different kind of vaporizers pens and e-liquid and Hookah's. I like this place. five star for greatest customer service and for very trained professional employees. read more

the person behind gateway' smokeshop is friendly, courteous, patient, professional and truly a unique individual. he takes the time to show each customer how to use the products properly and suggests the best item(s) and/or solutions one may need or need to equipt. make sense? so, if you're in need or are looking to purchase new items, look no further cuz gateway has it all! josie b. marin county read more

BEST SMOKE SHOP EVER !!! Ali is awesome, very knowledgeable about he's products and took he's time answering any questions I had. The store is super clean, very nicely organized and well stocked. I don't really write reviews but Gateway Smoke Shop earned this review by showing me that excellent customer service still exist Thank you read more

I've been coming to this Smokeshop for years and I highly recommend this place, The staff is super knowledgeable, genuinely friendly and professional. Ali is solid and goes above and beyond... We appreciate Tf out of him!!!!! THANK YOU Gateway!!! Teresa D read more

The customer service is amazing! This is the only place I can find Mi Pod pro cartridges and they keep them stocked too! The prices are definitely reasonable as well for juices and cartridges so I'm glad I found the place again to be a return customer! read more

I was in Oakland visiting I looked for smoke shop. I saw gateway smoke have positive reviews. I stopped by gateway smoke shop. It was a good experience and I'm glad that I stop by. Always good customer service and friendly people read more

Great place! You should also try eazeup! They'll give you something to put in that new bong or pipe (; go to eazeup.com and use promo code icfnwx for $35.00 in free credit! And today find something a little extra in your order! read more

Ali he's a real one That's my mufuckah......lol Always on point good customer service A1 items n merchandise to choose from love this guy go check em out they go hard gateway smoke shop is a one stop shop......... read more

I moved to the Bay in July and I've been coming to Gateway ever since. The store is immaculately clean, the customer service is top notch, and the product speaks for itself. 10 stars in my book! read more

the people there are extremely helpful the two times i went! I had an issue with a product and they helped me out the next day no issues. I would definitely make this my designated shop! read more

my favorite and only smoke in the north my favorite guy hella cool nice and definitely gone make sure you good it's been love since he been here read more

the best customer service these guys make sure you are taken care of okaaay!!! dd & ali are the best i swear i love them like family !!!!

love them they good peoples. one of the realist from the very first day I met him. He has never changed. It always remain the same.

Always good service here, a lot of options every time! Dude is hella cool & helps with decisions for whatever you are looking for!

I love these guys!!! my favorite smoke shop. Ali always always hooks it up and always so helpful. best smoke shop in Oakland!!!

Greet service good energy they have everything you need I come here when ever I need they stay open late till 12

Was there at almost 11. They were closed even though they are supposed to be open. Pointless freaking drive