Ballard, Fremont, Wallingford and Interbay have seven licensed dispensaries, from Lux Pot Shop and Dockside in Ballard to Hashtag at the Fremont Bridge and American Mary on Wallingford’s NE 45th Street. Most open at 8 or 9 a.m.; Lux Ballard and Ruckus stay open until 11:45 p.m. on Thursday through Saturday, while Local Amsterdam closes at 9 p.m.
Northwest Seattle’s neighborhoods each have their own feel: Ballard’s Nordic heritage, breweries and the Ballard Locks; Fremont’s quirky public art, led by the Fremont Troll under the Aurora Bridge; Wallingford’s NE 45th Street strip and Gas Works Park on Lake Union; and the rail-yard valley of Interbay between Queen Anne and Magnolia. The Burke-Gilman Trail ties much of it together, so cyclists can reach several of these shops without a car.
Ballard, Fremont and Wallingford Dispensaries at a Glance
| Dispensary | Known for | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Lux Pot Shop Ballard | Popular central Ballard shop with rotating 30%-off brand features, dog-friendly staff and unhurried recommendations | 8 a.m.–11 p.m. Sun–Wed; 8 a.m.–11:45 p.m. Thu–Sat |
| Dockside Cannabis Ballard | Ballard shop with long-tenured, opinionated budtenders and a rotating selection of new Washington brands | 8 a.m.–11 p.m. daily |
| Herb's House | Women-owned shop in a converted corner house, with a resident cat, local art and top-shelf craft flower | 8 a.m.–11 p.m. daily |
| Ruckus Fremont | Spacious Fremont shop that swapped happy hours for everyday low prices and a simple 5%-back rewards program | 8 a.m.–10 p.m. Sun–Wed; 8 a.m.–11:45 p.m. Thu–Sat |
| Hashtag | Women-owned shop with two happy hours a day and a long-running loyalty program | 9 a.m.–11 p.m. daily |
| American Mary | Wallingford shop on NE 45th Street with frequent sales, top-shelf flower and a loyal following — plus some recent service complaints | 9 a.m.–11 p.m. daily |
| Local Amsterdam | Tiny independent neighborhood shop in Interbay with friendly staff, weekly deals and hand-drawn posters | 8:15 a.m.–9 p.m. Mon–Sat; 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Sun |
The Seven Licensed Dispensaries in Northwest Seattle
Lux Pot Shop Ballard
In central Ballard, a half-mile from Ballard Commons and the Market Street and Ballard Avenue strips, Lux features different brands at 30% off each week — a good way to discover new labels. It is dog friendly, medically endorsed and has more than 900 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.
Dockside Cannabis Ballard
On Leary Way at the Ballard–Fremont border, Dockside's Ballard team is long-tenured, knowledgeable and opinionated. You get Dockside's "Like It or Trade It" exchange guarantee and help with Washington medical cards; a few shoppers find prices higher than further north.
Herb's House
"Ballard's Original" is a women-owned shop in a converted corner house on NW 65th Street, with a resident cat, local art and a top-shelf craft lineup favored by medical patients. Its cozy feel makes it one of the most distinctive shops in Seattle.
Ruckus Fremont
In the center of Fremont, a few blocks from the Troll and the Sunday Market, Ruckus is a spacious recreational shop that replaced happy hours in 2026 with everyday low prices and 5% back. Long-time regulars miss the old discounts; newcomers praise the space and staff.
Hashtag
At the Queen Anne foot of the Fremont Bridge, women-owned Hashtag (now trading as Better Hashtag Cannabis) runs two happy hours a day and a loyalty program. Recent reviews note thinner inventory since an ownership change, so check the online menu first.
American Mary
On NE 45th Street between Wallingford and the U District, a couple of blocks from Dick's Drive-In, American Mary is one of three American Mary stores in Seattle. Regulars praise sales and top-shelf flower; some 2026 reviews criticize service and medical-discount handling.
Local Amsterdam
A tiny, independent Interbay shop at 15th Avenue W and W Dravus with hand-drawn posters, whiteboard jokes and a 4.8-star rating. It is recreational only and closes earlier than most — 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
Getting Around Ballard, Fremont and Wallingford
RapidRide D Line buses run along 15th Avenue W and NW, passing Local Amsterdam in Interbay and stopping a couple of blocks from Lux Ballard. Fremont and Wallingford are served by Metro routes along N 36th Street, Fremont Avenue and NE 45th Street; U District light rail station is about a 15-minute walk from American Mary. The Burke-Gilman Trail runs along the Ship Canal through Fremont and Ballard. Parking is easiest at Dockside Ballard, Lux Ballard and Hashtag, which have lots.
Local Rules: Parks, Trails and Breweries
Washington lets adults 21 and over buy up to 1 ounce of flower per purchase, but using cannabis in public places — Gas Works Park, Golden Gardens, the Burke-Gilman Trail, brewery taprooms and patios — is a civil infraction under RCW 69.50.445. Washington has no licensed consumption lounges, so plan to use cannabis on private property where the owner allows it.
Which Northwest Seattle Dispensary Should You Choose?
- Best for discovering new brands: Lux Ballard’s weekly 30%-off features.
- Most character: Herb’s House (corner house, shop cat) or Local Amsterdam (hand-drawn posters).
- Late on weekends: Lux Ballard or Ruckus Fremont (until 11:45 p.m. Thu–Sat).
- Happy hour: Hashtag, 9–11 a.m. and 9–11 p.m. daily.
- Medical patients: Lux, Dockside, Herb’s House, Hashtag and American Mary are medically endorsed; Ruckus and Local Amsterdam are recreational only.
Ballard and Fremont Dispensary FAQ
How many dispensaries are in Ballard and Fremont?
Northwest Seattle has seven licensed dispensaries: Lux Pot Shop Ballard, Dockside Cannabis Ballard and Herb's House in Ballard; Ruckus and Hashtag in Fremont; American Mary in Wallingford; and Local Amsterdam in Interbay.
What is the closest dispensary to the Fremont Troll?
Ruckus Fremont at 316 N 36th St and Hashtag at 224 Nickerson St are each about 0.4 miles from the Fremont Troll.
Which Ballard dispensary is open latest?
Lux Pot Shop Ballard is open until 11:45 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 11 p.m. the rest of the week; Dockside Ballard and Herb's House close at 11 p.m. daily.
Is there a dispensary near the Ballard Locks?
Lux Pot Shop Ballard is about 0.9 miles from the Ballard Locks, and Dockside Ballard about 1.4 miles.
Can I smoke at Gas Works Park or Golden Gardens?
No. Using cannabis in Seattle parks or any public place is a civil infraction under Washington law. Use it only on private property where it is permitted.
Store hours, ratings and details were checked against state license records and each store’s Google Business Profile on October 12, 2026. Featured placements, where shown, are paid and labelled. Corrections: contact us.