Fern
January 7, 2026
Solid spot with a chill vibe. Clean layout, friendly staff, and an easy shopping experience. Definitely somewhere I’d return to. Adding Silly Nice, a minority and veteran owned brand, would be a great move.

Northern Lights NY Dispensary is a licensed dispensary in Menands, New York.
Medical patients skip recreational taxes, get higher purchase limits, and can shop at age 18+. Most people get approved online in about 20 minutes.
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418 reviews
Fern
January 7, 2026
Solid spot with a chill vibe. Clean layout, friendly staff, and an easy shopping experience. Definitely somewhere I’d return to. Adding Silly Nice, a minority and veteran owned brand, would be a great move.
Tmaria
November 26, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 100/10 I always have a GREAT experience when ordering deliveries from this dispensary. It’s usually the same gentleman, Dajon, and he is always so friendly and helpful. His patience and kindness really mean a lot — I truly appreciate it every time.
Hanna Snead
November 20, 2025
If you order delivery - beware - after using this dispensary for months and having no issues (I usually always had one of the same 2 delivery drivers and they were awesome) however, the very last time I placed an order here before moving, it was delivered by a gentleman I believe to be a manager? I ordered two separate bags of flower, But apparently they accidentally sent me a vape instead of the second smaller bag of flower. I didn’t even realize it because this was a gift I was leaving for the other residents who helped me move out. A few days later, I get a charge on my card for double the amount I was expecting… I called to inquire about this and a very nice woman working there told me that someone had gone in and adjusted my order and charged me for a vape that I did not order, that presumably was put there by accident, that no one called or emailed me to see if I would return, or that I was even aware I was delivered?? (Predatory much?) Come to find out the person responsible is a manager… The woman I talked to was committed to making things right and I don’t blame her at all!! But in the end, they didn’t even give me a full refund for the extra charge?? (It would’ve been $62 they cash app’d me $50….) Needless to say, I wouldn’t recommend ordering delivery, And if you come in store, Ask specifically NOT to talk to a manager. This was a huge bummer and reflects really poorly on all of the other employees there that are really lovely, helpful people!
Paul B
October 30, 2025
I’ve been going to Verilife in Latham for over 6 years now. Last night, I broke my small glass pipe, and since Northern Lights is close enough to me, I could throw a rock at it…. I decided to use this as an opportunity to check out my local dispensary. I’ve been meaning to do so, since it opened. It’s a large place. They seem to be have a very large amount of offerings. But, I also found it confusing Inside. I’m accustomed to the very well organized style of verilife. Northern Lights is a lot more laid back, but with that …. I wasn’t sure where to go or who to talk to. Is there a line? Who’s first? A nice gentleman did answer my questions and pointed me to the glass pipes. I didn’t buy one. Here’s why: I pointed to one of the smaller ones. It’s the exact ones that I buy from verilife for about $7. Here, at Northern Lights, that same exact pipe was $15. That’s more than double. Out of convenience, I would have paid $10. But for $15, I’ll spend the $1 in gas. I’ll just go to my regular shop tomorrow morning. I can wait. Won’t be back. Which is sad because they are so close to me.
Amanda DeLyser
August 8, 2025
Great shop. Almost never have to wait long, they have online ordering which is fast and simple. They've got a lounge area and puzzles and the staff is all super friendly. Good selection of lower priced flower compared to other local places. Def recommend.
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Tourists 21+ can purchase recreational cannabis with valid ID. New York City is a major draw for cannabis tourism. Northern Lights NY Dispensary is a medical & recreational dispensary, so no medical card is needed for adult-use purchases.
In New York, recreational customers can purchase up to 3 oz of flower or 24g of concentrate. Can possess up to 5 lbs at home.. Northern Lights NY Dispensary may have additional product-specific limits — check with the dispensary for details.
Northern Lights NY Dispensary accepts cash as well as Debit.
Yes, Northern Lights NY Dispensary offers delivery. Cannabis delivery is legal in New York. Check the dispensary's website for delivery areas and minimum order requirements.
Northern Lights NY Dispensary is located at 100 Broadway, Menands, NY 12204. The dispensary is open 7 days a week. Hours vary by day — check the hours section above for today's schedule.
Medical patients in New York save ~13% on cannabis purchases, get higher purchase limits, and access dispensaries at age 18+. Most patients can get approved online in about 20 minutes.
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New York legalized recreational cannabis in March 2021 through the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA). The rollout of licensed dispensaries has been gradual, with the first legal recreational sales beginning in late 2022. The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) oversees the market.
Recreational: 21+
Medical: 18+
Rec: 3 oz of flower or 24g of concentrate. Can possess up to 5 lbs at home.
Med: A 60-day supply as determined by the patient's practitioner
Cannabis can be consumed anywhere tobacco smoking is allowed under state law. However, individual cities and property owners may restrict this. NYC permits smoking in public where cigarettes are allowed.
Adults 21+ will be able to grow up to 6 plants per person (3 mature, 3 immature), 12 per household. Medical patients may begin growing 6 months after the first retail dispensary opens in their region.
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Recreational: 9% state THC content-based tax plus 4% state sales tax plus up to 4% local tax. Medical: exempt from excise tax.
Tourists 21+ can purchase recreational cannabis with valid ID. New York City is a major draw for cannabis tourism.
Disclaimer: Cannabis laws change frequently. This information was last updated on January 15, 2026. Always verify current laws with official state sources before making any decisions. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.