Tacoma’s 6th Avenue, Central Tacoma and the West End have six licensed dispensaries. Mary Mart — Tacoma’s most-reviewed shop (3,360 reviews, 4.8★) — and Black-owned Emerald Leaves are 0.2 miles apart on 6th Avenue near the University of Puget Sound. Zips on 6th and Local Roots, both open until midnight, are in the West End, and Diamond Green and The Herbal Gardens are near Cheney Stadium.
This guide covers the 6th Avenue strip near UPS and Hilltop, the West End near Tacoma Community College and Proctor, and Central Tacoma around S 12th Street and Center Street near Cheney Stadium.
6th Avenue, Central and West End Dispensaries at a Glance
| Dispensary | Known for | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Mary Mart | Tacoma's most-reviewed dispensary, on 6th Avenue near UPS, with fast, friendly service, good prices and medical card booking | 8 a.m.–11 p.m. daily |
| Emerald Leaves | A Black-owned 6th Avenue shop with a warm, community-minded crew, a flexible discount system and late hours | 8 a.m.–11:45 p.m. Mon–Sat; 8 a.m.–11 p.m. Sun |
| Zips Cannabis on 6th Ave | An upscale-feeling Zips on west 6th Avenue in a former Denny's, open until midnight, with lots of flower and great prices | 8 a.m.–midnight daily |
| Local Roots Tacoma | The former Kush21 and Green Token shop in Tacoma's West End, open until midnight, with a huge selection and friendly regulars' crew | 8 a.m.–midnight daily |
| Diamond Green | A friendly, hometown-feel Central Tacoma shop on S 12th with daily deals, birthday discounts and staff who remember you | 8:30 a.m.–10 p.m. daily |
| The Herbal Gardens | One of Tacoma's first medical dispensaries, now a spotless recreational shop near Cheney Stadium focused on quality and personal service | 8:30 a.m.–11 p.m. daily |
The Six Licensed Dispensaries on 6th Avenue, in Central Tacoma and the West End
Mary Mart
Tacoma's most-reviewed dispensary (3,360 reviews, 4.8★), 0.5 miles from UPS, with fast, friendly service, good prices, medical card booking and contactless payments. Open 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Emerald Leaves
A Black-owned shop on 6th Avenue with a warm, community-minded crew, a flexible discount system and a one-time swap on faulty vapes with a receipt. Open until 11:45 p.m. Monday to Saturday.
Zips Cannabis on 6th Ave
An upscale-feeling Zips in a former Denny's near Tacoma Community College, open until midnight, with lots of flower and an outdoor zen garden. The entrance is at the rear.
Local Roots Tacoma
The former Kush21 and Green Token on N 26th Street, about 1.4 miles from Proctor, open until midnight, with a huge selection for a small shop. Recreational only.
Diamond Green
A hometown-feel shop on S 12th Street with a deal every day, hard-to-find brands and birthday discounts. Open 8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
The Herbal Gardens
One of Tacoma's first medical dispensaries (2010), now a spotless recreational shop 0.3 miles from Cheney Stadium, focused on quality and personal service. Open 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Getting Around 6th Avenue and the West End
Mary Mart and Emerald Leaves are two blocks apart on 6th Avenue, about half a mile from UPS and close to the bars and restaurants of the 6th Avenue business district. Zips on 6th is about 2 miles further west, near Tacoma Community College, and Local Roots is about a mile north of it on N 26th Street. Diamond Green and The Herbal Gardens are south of 6th, near Cheney Stadium and Highway 16.
Which Shop Should You Choose?
- Most reviewed: Mary Mart (3,360 reviews).
- Open until midnight: Zips on 6th and Local Roots.
- Black-owned: Emerald Leaves.
- Medical patients: Mary Mart (medical card booking), Emerald Leaves, Diamond Green, Zips on 6th and The Herbal Gardens are medically endorsed; Local Roots is recreational only.
- Near Cheney Stadium: The Herbal Gardens and Diamond Green.
6th Avenue and Central Tacoma Dispensary FAQ
What dispensaries are on 6th Avenue in Tacoma?
Mary Mart (3002 6th Ave), Emerald Leaves (2609 6th Ave) and Zips on 6th (5924 6th Ave) are on 6th Avenue, as of October 2026.
What is the closest dispensary to the University of Puget Sound?
Mary Mart is about 0.5 miles from UPS and Emerald Leaves about 0.6 miles, both on 6th Avenue.
What is the most popular dispensary in Tacoma?
Mary Mart on 6th Avenue has the most Google reviews of any Tacoma dispensary — 3,360, averaging 4.8 stars — as of October 2026.
Is there a dispensary near Proctor or Point Defiance?
Local Roots Tacoma on N 26th Street is about 1.4 miles from the Proctor District and is open until midnight.
What dispensary is near Cheney Stadium?
The Herbal Gardens on Center Street is about 0.3 miles from Cheney Stadium, and Diamond Green is about 0.9 miles away.
Store hours, ratings and details were checked against state license records and each store’s Google Business Profile on October 13, 2026. Featured placements, where shown, are paid and labelled. Corrections: contact us.