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Where Can I Buy Weed In Seattle

Your neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide to Seattle's premier cannabis dispensaries, from downtown hotspots to south Seattle gems

Seattle has been at the forefront of cannabis legalization since Washington voters approved Initiative 502 in 2012. Today, the city boasts a thriving dispensary scene with licensed retailers spread across diverse neighborhoods, offering everything from craft flowers to premium edibles and concentrates. Whether you’re a local resident or visiting the Emerald City, knowing where to find quality cannabis products is essential. Start your journey by finding dispensaries near you through Herb’s comprehensive directory, then dive into our neighborhood-specific guide to Seattle’s best cannabis shops.

Key Takeaways

  • Seattle offers diverse dispensary options – From downtown Belltown to south Seattle neighborhoods, you’ll find licensed retailers serving adults 21+
  • Cash is king – Due to federal banking restrictions, most Seattle dispensaries operate cash-only with ATMs on-site
  • Extended hours are standard – Many shops keep consistent daily hours and remain open into the evening
  • Medical options widely available – Even at recreational-focused stores, 15+ locations offer medical marijuana services with proper endorsement
  • Loyalty programs deliver savings – Nearly every dispensary offers rewards programs, daily deals, or happy hours to help you stretch your cannabis budget

Downtown Seattle / Belltown

Seattle’s downtown core, particularly Belltown, serves as a major cannabis hub with four prominent dispensaries clustered near Pike Place Market and the waterfront. This area offers convenient access for both tourists and downtown residents.

1. Lux Pot Shop - Belltown

Lux Pot Shop occupies a historic Depression-era building that floods with natural light, creating an upscale retail environment that stands out even in image-conscious Seattle. Beyond the aesthetic appeal, Lux maintains a curated selection from legacy cultivators and features the Lightbox @ Lux art space, making it as much a cultural destination as a cannabis retailer.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Historic building with distinctive natural lighting and art gallery integration
  • Carefully curated selection focusing on quality over quantity
  • Prime location near downtown attractions and major bus routes (1, 2, 3, 4, 13, 24, 33, D line)
  • Loyalty program for regular customers

Best For: Design-conscious shoppers, art lovers, downtown residents seeking quality products

Location & Hours:

  • 114 Vine St, Seattle, WA 98121
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational
  • Cash only, 2 ATMs on-site

2. Have a Heart - Belltown

Have a Heart delivers a large selection of cannabis products just minutes from Pike Place Market, making it convenient for both tourists and downtown professionals. With a solid 4.5/5 star rating, this dispensary balances accessibility with quality.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Extensive product selection across all categories (flower, concentrates, pre-rolls, edibles)
  • Prime location near Seattle’s most famous market
  • Knowledgeable budtenders who can guide product selection
  • Wheelchair accessible with street parking options

Best For: First-time visitors to Seattle, professionals working downtown, shoppers seeking variety

Location & Hours:

  • 115 Blanchard St, Seattle, WA 98121
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical
  • ATM available on-site

3. The Bakeree - Belltown

The Bakeree stands out with its dynamic daily promotions and fresh product drops. This dispensary operates with a rewards program that gives new customers 20% off their first order, making it an attractive option for budget-conscious shoppers.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Daily fresh product drops ensuring inventory stays current
  • Pet-friendly policy (rare in the industry)
  • Online ordering available for convenience

Best For: Deal-seekers, pet owners, shoppers who value rotating inventory

Location & Hours:

  • 222 Wall St, Seattle, WA 98121
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical
  • WSLCB License #414456

4. Shawn Kemp's Cannabis - Belltown

Celebrity-owned Shawn Kemp’s Cannabis offers an impressive selection of over 2,500 products in a location that provides free on-site parking—a rare amenity in downtown Seattle. The former NBA star’s dispensary has built a reputation for both selection breadth and customer convenience.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Massive product selection (2,500+ items)
  • Free on-site parking (unusual for downtown)
  • Celebrity ownership adds cultural cachet
  • Members Club with exclusive deals

Best For: Shoppers with specific product requests, those seeking parking convenience, fans of the Kemp brand

Location & Hours:

  • 3035 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical
  • Medical endorsement available

SODO District

Seattle’s Stadium District (SODO) features three dispensaries conveniently located near T-Mobile Park and Lumen Field, making them ideal stops before or after sporting events and concerts.

5. Dockside Cannabis - SODO

Dockside Cannabis offers more than just cannabis products—it features an on-site Cannabis Museum that provides educational value for both newcomers and experienced consumers. This unique attraction, combined with its proximity to major sports venues, makes Dockside a standout in the SODO corridor.

What Makes Them Special:

  • On-site Cannabis Museum providing educational context
  • Convenient location near T-Mobile Park and Lumen Field
  • Large menu selection across all product categories
  • Off-street parking available

Best For: Sports fans, cannabis tourists, shoppers interested in cannabis history

Location & Hours:

  • 1728 4th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical

6. Shawn Kemp's Cannabis - SODO

The second Shawn Kemp’s location in SODO offers the same extensive product range as the Belltown shop but with the added convenience of being near industrial areas and major highways. This location serves both local residents and those traveling through the area.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Full product range matching the downtown location
  • Members Club benefits for regular customers
  • Convenient for travelers and industrial area workers
  • Same celebrity ownership as Belltown location

Best For: SODO residents, industrial area workers, Kemp brand loyalists

Location & Hours:

  • 2764 1st Ave S, Suite 100, Seattle, WA 98134
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical

7. Kush 21 - SODO

Formerly known as Zips SODO, Kush 21 maintains a focus on premium cannabis selection with handpicked products. This medical marijuana location serves both recreational and medical customers in the industrial SODO district.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Premium cannabis selection with handpicked products
  • Medical marijuana certification
  • ATMs on-site for customer convenience
  • Established presence in the SODO corridor

Best For: Medical patients, premium product seekers, SODO locals

Location & Hours:

  • 2215 4th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical

Capitol Hill & Central District

Seattle’s vibrant Capitol Hill and Central District neighborhoods host five dispensaries, including the largest concentration of Uncle Ike’s locations, reflecting the area’s status as a cannabis culture hub.

8. Uncle Ike's - Central District (Flagship)

The Central District Uncle Ike’s serves as the flagship store for Seattle’s most expansive dispensary chain. With over 200 vape options and 300+ flower types, this location offers the most comprehensive selection in Uncle Ike’s portfolio.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Largest product selection in the Uncle Ike’s chain
  • Cornerstone of local cannabis culture since legalization
  • Free customer parking and ADA accessibility
  • Full medical marijuana certification

Best For: Product variety seekers, Uncle Ike’s loyalists, Central District residents

Location & Hours:

  • 2310 E Union St, Seattle, WA 98122
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical

9. Uncle Ike's - Capitol Hill East

Capitol Hill East Uncle Ike’s anchors the eclectic Capitol Hill neighborhood with its premium selection and community-focused approach. This location has earned a 4.5/5 star rating from 244+ reviews, reflecting its popularity among local cannabis enthusiasts.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Hub for cannabis lovers in Seattle’s most eclectic neighborhood
  • Premium selection across all categories (flower, pre-rolls, edibles, concentrates)
  • Over 300 flower types in stock
  • Free customer parking and ATM on-site

Best For: Capitol Hill residents, eclectic neighborhood shoppers, premium product seekers

Location & Hours:

  • 501 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical

10. Uncle Ike's - Olive Way

The Olive Way Uncle Ike’s pays homage to Capitol Hill’s LGBTQ+ legacy with its “Songs of Stonewall” jukebox, blending cultural awareness with cannabis retail. Located in the heart of Capitol Hill’s nightlife district, this dispensary serves a diverse clientele.

What Makes Them Special:

  • “Songs of Stonewall” jukebox honoring LGBTQ+ history
  • Epicenter location near bars, brunch spots, and nightlife
  • Diverse cannabis product array
  • Free customer parking

Best For: LGBTQ+ community members, nightlife adjacent shoppers, culturally conscious consumers

Location & Hours:

  • 1411 E Olive Way, Seattle, WA 98122
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical

11. American Mary - Wallingford

American Mary in Wallingford/University District has earned an impressive 4.7/5 star rating for its combination of quality products and competitive pricing. This recreational-only dispensary positions itself as offering “the best recreational cannabis at the lowest prices.”

What Makes Them Special:

  • Highest-rated American Mary location (4.7/5 stars)
  • Competitive pricing without sacrificing quality
  • 15% off online orders
  • Loyalty program for regular customers

Best For: Budget-conscious shoppers, University District residents, quality-price balance seekers

Location & Hours:

  • 321 NE 45th St, Seattle, WA 98105
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational
  • Cash only, ATM on-site

12. Herbs House - Ballard

As Ballard’s original dispensary since 2013, Herbs House maintains strong community ties and offers unique discount structures. Their daily happy hours provide 20% off storewide, while medical patients, veterans, and seniors 62+ receive additional discounts.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Ballard’s first dispensary (operating since 2013)
  • Dual happy hours daily (morning and late night)
  • Multiple discount categories (medical, veterans, seniors)
  • Clean Green certified products

Best For: Early birds, night owls, medical patients, veterans, seniors, eco-conscious shoppers

Location & Hours:

  • 716 NW 65th St, Seattle, WA 98117
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical

Rainier Valley & South Seattle

South Seattle’s Rainier Valley corridor features three dispensaries that serve diverse communities with a mix of medical and recreational options.

13. The Green Door Seattle

The Green Door maintains an exceptional 4.8/5 star rating, making it one of Seattle’s highest-rated dispensaries overall. This pet-friendly shop operates adjacent to a coffee trailer, creating a unique cannabis-coffee pairing experience.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Consistently well-reviewed by customers
  • Pet-friendly policy with adjacent coffee trailer
  • Daily happy hour (Mon-Fri 8-9am: 30% off)
  • Strong community reputation

Best For: Pet owners, coffee-cannabis pairing enthusiasts, quality-focused shoppers

Location & Hours:

  • 828 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical
  • Cash only with ATM

14. Seattle Cannabis Co.

Seattle Cannabis Co. serves the Rainier Valley community near Othello Light Rail Station with a focus on top local brands like Downtown Cannabis, Torus, and K-Savage. This location balances accessibility with quality product selection.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Convenient location near Othello Light Rail Station
  • Focus on top local Washington brands
  • Medical endorsement available
  • 15% off online orders

Best For: Public transit users, local brand enthusiasts, Rainier Valley residents

Location & Hours:

  • 7266 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA 98118
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical
  • Cash only, ATM on-site

15. The Bakeree - Georgetown

The Georgetown location of The Bakeree brings award-winning service to south Seattle with the same daily fresh product drops and rewards program as its Belltown counterpart. This location serves the industrial Georgetown neighborhood with consistent quality.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Award-winning dispensary brand
  • Daily fresh product drops ensuring current inventory
  • Rewards program for loyal customers
  • South Seattle accessibility

Best For: Georgetown residents, The Bakeree loyalists, south Seattle shoppers

Location & Hours:

  • 74 S Lucile St, Seattle, WA 98134
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical
  • WSLCB License #421261

Ballard & North Seattle

Seattle’s north end features dispensaries that serve both established neighborhoods like Ballard and emerging areas like Lake City.

16. American Mary - Ballard

The Ballard American Mary occupies an “expansive beautiful space” near major Seattle attractions like Woodland Park Zoo, Ballard Locks, and the Space Needle. This location offers both high-quality cannabis and premium glassware in a spacious retail environment.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Spacious, beautiful retail environment
  • Proximity to major Seattle attractions
  • High-quality cannabis and glassware selection
  • Loyalty program for regular customers

Best For: Tourists visiting north Seattle attractions, glassware collectors, spacious environment seekers

Location & Hours:

  • 5300 17th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational
  • Cash only, ATM on-site

17. Uncle Ike's - Lake City

Lake City Uncle Ike’s brings the established Uncle Ike’s brand to north Seattle with the full product range and community-focused approach that has made the chain successful citywide. This location serves the diverse Lake City neighborhood with consistent quality.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Full Uncle Ike’s product range
  • Community-focused approach
  • Free customer parking
  • Medical marijuana certification

Best For: North Seattle residents, Uncle Ike’s loyalists, Lake City community members

Location & Hours:

  • 11306 Lake City Way NE, Seattle, WA 98125
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical
  • ATM on-site

Greater Seattle Area

Several dispensaries serve communities just outside Seattle’s official boundaries but remain easily accessible to city residents.

18. Uncle Ike's - White Center

The White Center Uncle Ike’s operates as an “outlet location” serving the diverse White Center community in south Seattle. This location maintains the quality and value proposition that has made Uncle Ike’s Seattle’s largest dispensary chain.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Outlet pricing with full Uncle Ike’s quality
  • Serving diverse White Center community
  • Free customer parking
  • Historical neighborhood location

Best For: South Seattle residents, budget-conscious Uncle Ike’s shoppers, White Center community members

Location & Hours:

  • 9822 15th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98106
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical

19. 365 Recreational Cannabis - Shoreline

365 Recreational lives up to its name by operating 365 days a year, including holidays, serving the Shoreline community just north of Seattle. This dispensary offers dual happy hours daily and has been serving the area since 2015.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Open 365 days a year (including all holidays)
  • Dual daily happy hours
  • Serving Shoreline since 2015
  • Medically-endorsed staff

Best For: Holiday shoppers, Shoreline residents, happy hour deal seekers

Location & Hours:

  • 17517 15th Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical

20. Kush 21 - Burien (Flagship)

The Burien Kush 21 flagship location sits minutes from Sea-Tac Airport, making it convenient for travelers entering or leaving Seattle. This location focuses on handpicked premium products and serves as the brand’s main operation.

What Makes Them Special:

  • Minutes from Sea-Tac Airport
  • Flagship location with premium handpicked products
  • Convenient for travelers
  • Medical marijuana certification

Best For: Air travelers, premium product seekers, Burien residents

Location & Hours:

  • 17730 Ambaum Blvd S, Seattle, WA 98148
  • Check website for current hours
  • Recreational & Medical

Understanding Your Cannabis Options

Before visiting any Seattle dispensary, it helps to understand the types of products available and how to choose the right ones for your needs. Seattle dispensaries typically offer a comprehensive range including flower, edibles, vape pens, concentrates, topicals, pre-rolls, accessories, beverages, and oils.

For those new to cannabis consumption or looking to expand their knowledge, understanding the difference between sativa, indica, and hybrid can significantly improve your shopping experience. Sativa strains generally provide more energetic, cerebral effects, while indica strains tend to be more relaxing and sedating. Hybrids offer a mix of both characteristics.

When selecting products, consider your experience level, desired effects, and consumption preferences. First-time users should start with low doses, particularly with edibles, and consult with knowledgeable budtenders about appropriate products. For more detailed guidance on consumption methods and responsible use, Herb’s guides provide comprehensive educational resources.

Shopping Tips for Seattle Dispensaries

  • Bring cash – Most dispensaries are cash-only due to federal banking restrictions, though ATMs are typically available on-site
  • Check hours before visiting – While most shops maintain consistent hours, some may have variations, particularly newer locations
  • Ask about loyalty programs – Nearly every dispensary offers rewards programs that can provide significant savings over time
  • Verify medical requirements – If you have a medical card from another state, note that Washington doesn’t recognize out-of-state recommendations
  • Understand purchase limits – Washington law allows adults 21+ to purchase up to 1 oz of flower, 16 oz of solid edibles, 72 oz of liquid edibles, and 7g of concentrates per transaction

Staying Updated on Seattle Cannabis

The Seattle cannabis market evolves constantly with new products, promotions, and regulatory changes. To stay informed about the latest developments, consider subscribing to Herb’s newsletters, which deliver bi-weekly and monthly updates on cannabis news, top strains, hottest products, and unbeatable deals. The Herb Hype newsletter specifically focuses on the latest product releases and industry trends that affect Seattle consumers.

For ongoing education about cannabis culture, consumption methods, and product knowledge, Herb’s editorial content provides reliable, up-to-date information written by experienced cannabis journalists and industry experts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is recreational weed legal in Seattle?

Yes, recreational cannabis has been legal in Seattle since Washington voters approved Initiative 502 in 2012. Adults 21 and older can legally purchase, possess, and consume cannabis in private spaces throughout the city.

What kind of ID do I need to buy cannabis in Seattle?

You need a valid government-issued photo ID showing you are 21 years or older. Acceptable forms include driver’s licenses, state ID cards, military IDs, and passports. The ID must not be expired and must clearly show your date of birth.

Can I use a medical marijuana card from another state in Seattle?

No, Washington state does not recognize medical marijuana cards from other states. Out-of-state visitors can still purchase recreational cannabis if they are 21+ with valid ID, but cannot access medical-only products or benefits without a Washington medical authorization.

Are there limits to how much cannabis I can buy in Seattle?

Yes, Washington law limits recreational purchases to 1 ounce of usable cannabis (flower), 16 ounces of cannabis-infused edibles in solid form, 72 ounces of cannabis-infused beverages, and 7 grams of cannabis concentrates per transaction.

Can I consume cannabis in public places in Seattle?

No, cannabis consumption is prohibited in all public places in Seattle, including streets, parks, sidewalks, and businesses. Consumption is only allowed on private property with the owner’s permission. Unlike some other cannabis-friendly cities, Seattle does not currently have legal cannabis consumption lounges.

Do Seattle dispensaries accept credit cards?

Most Seattle dispensaries operate cash-only due to federal banking restrictions that prevent cannabis businesses from accessing standard merchant services. However, nearly all locations have ATMs on-site for customer convenience, and some may offer alternative payment methods like cashless ATMs or cryptocurrency.

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