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Dispensaries in Cleveland

Cleveland has 10 dispensaries licensed by the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control. You can buy if you are 21 or older and carry a valid government-issued photo ID, whether you live in Ohio or are visiting. All 10 stores serve registered medical patients too. Most of Cuyahoga County's stores are actually in the suburbs, so the city itself has fewer shops than its size suggests.

Cleveland's licensed stores split into three small pockets: downtown near Prospect Avenue and the lakefront, the near west side along Detroit Avenue and Lakewood Heights Boulevard, and the industrial south side around Brookpark Road. Three of the ten are newer listings that do not yet show public Google ratings or hours.

Story Cleveland

Medical

CH2B Ohio

Medical

Klutch Cannabis

Medical

RISE Cleveland

Medical

GTI Ohio

Medical

All 10 Licensed Dispensaries in Cleveland, OH

Downtown and the 44113 to 44115 ZIPs hold four stores, the 44102 and 44107 ZIPs on the west side have two, and the 44109 and 44129 ZIPs to the south have three. One more sits on St. Clair Avenue east of downtown.

Downtown and the east side: Prospect Avenue East has two stores, Klutch Cannabis at the 300 block and RISE Cleveland at the 1200 block. The Landing Dispensary is on West 3rd Street, and Greenleaf Apothecaries is on Lakeside Avenue East. Heading east, Shangri-La Cleveland is on St. Clair Avenue in 44103.

West side: Mavuno is on Detroit Avenue in 44102, and Therapy Medical Cannabis is on Lakewood Heights Boulevard near the Lakewood line.

South side: Story Cleveland is on Brookpark Road and GTI Ohio is on Pearl Road, both in 44129, while CH2B Ohio is on Steelyard Drive in 44109.

Best Cleveland Dispensaries for Every Need

Based on public Google ratings and hours, checked October 2026:

  • Highest rated: Story Cleveland on Brookpark Road (4.8 stars, about 900 reviews) and RISE Cleveland on Prospect Avenue (4.7, about 1,550).
  • Most reviewed: RISE Cleveland, with about 1,550 reviews, is the busiest store in the city.
  • Open latest: Klutch Cannabis closes at 10:45 p.m. Shangri-La and The Landing stay open until 10 p.m.
  • Open earliest: Most rated stores open at 9 a.m.; Klutch opens at 10 a.m.

CH2B Ohio, GTI Ohio on Pearl Road and Greenleaf Apothecaries have no public ratings or posted hours yet, so phone before visiting.

Visiting a Dispensary in Cleveland: ID, Payment and Hours

Have your license, state ID or passport ready at the door; an expired card will be refused. Cash always works, debit is widely taken, and credit depends on the store. If you are heading to a game or a show downtown, buy beforehand and leave it at home or in your trunk, since it cannot be used at the venue. For product basics, start with Cannabis 101 and our strain profiles.

Cleveland and Ohio Cannabis Laws: Purchase Limits, Public Use and Driving

The daily sales cap is 2.5 ounces of flower plus up to 15,000 milligrams of total THC in other items. The possession limit for adults is 2.5 ounces of plant material and 15 grams of extract, counting homegrown cannabis. Smoking or vaping is legal only on privately owned residential or farm property, so the lakefront, Edgewater Park and the stadium plazas are off limits, and apartment leases can ban it.

Cuyahoga Valley National Park, just south of the city, is federal land where cannabis is illegal under any circumstances. On the road, carry product sealed or in the trunk; passengers who smoke in a moving car commit a misdemeanor, and drivers face OVI charges. More in our Ohio marijuana laws guide.

Cannabis Taxes in Cleveland

Expect two taxes at the register: Ohio's 10% adult-use excise and Cuyahoga County's regular sales tax. Cleveland cannot add a local marijuana tax under state law. Medical patients pay only the sales tax. See how Ohio prices stack up in our 2026 cannabis price guide.

Medical Marijuana in Cleveland

Cleveland patients register through a physician holding a State Medical Board certificate to recommend. Registration lasts a year, patients can name up to two caregivers, and patients under 21 can still buy through the medical program. Smoking medical marijuana is not allowed, but vapes, tinctures and edibles are.

Dispensaries Near Cleveland

Browse every Ohio town on our Ohio dispensary directory.

Cleveland Dispensary FAQ

Is weed legal in Cleveland?

Yes. Adults 21 and over can buy from licensed stores and use cannabis on private residential property.

How many dispensaries are in Cleveland?

10 inside city limits. Cuyahoga County has many more in suburbs such as Parma, Lakewood and Cleveland Heights.

Can tourists buy weed in Cleveland?

Yes. Visitors 21 and older with a valid photo ID can buy; Ohio has no residency requirement.

What time do dispensaries close in Cleveland?

Most close at 9 or 10 p.m. Klutch Cannabis on Prospect Avenue East is open until 10:45 p.m.

How much weed can I buy in Cleveland?

2.5 ounces of flower per day, plus other products with up to 15,000 milligrams of THC.

Where can I smoke weed in Cleveland?

Only on private residential or farm property where the owner allows it. Parks, beaches and sidewalks count as public places.

Is weed allowed in Cuyahoga Valley National Park?

No. It is federal land, and federal law bans cannabis there.

Can I get weed delivered in Cleveland?

Not for adult use. Ohio's law allows delivery only to registered medical patients and caregivers.

What is the best dispensary in Cleveland?

Story Cleveland has the highest Google rating at 4.8 stars, and RISE Cleveland has the most reviews.

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How we build this list: Our source for store names, addresses and license numbers is the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control's licensed dispensary list. Ratings, review counts and hours are public Google Maps data. The list is refreshed monthly.