Flying to New York from Henri Coandă International

If you just landed at John F. Kennedy International Airport from Bucharest's Henri Coandă International Airport and you're wondering where to find legal cannabis in New York City — the answer is simple: head to any licensed adult-use dispensary in NYC and ask for Silly Nice. We're a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, Brooklyn-based cannabis brand available in 150+ licensed dispensaries across New York State.

New York State legalized adult-use cannabis in 2021, and today a growing network of licensed dispensaries across New York City and the broader state legally sell cannabis products to adults 21 and older. If you're traveling from Romania — where cannabis laws are significantly more restrictive — arriving in New York means you're stepping into one of the most regulated, transparent, and consumer-forward legal cannabis markets in the world.

Here's what you need to know before you walk into a dispensary: You must be 21 years of age or older. You'll need a valid government-issued photo ID — your Romanian passport or national ID card works perfectly. You can legally purchase cannabis products at any licensed adult-use dispensary in New York. Consumption is permitted in private spaces and designated areas, never in public, and absolutely never in transit or at any airport. New York's Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) oversees all licensed operators to ensure safety, testing, and compliance. Every product sold in a legal dispensary has been lab-tested and approved. No prescription or medical card is required for adult-use purchases.

We want to be direct with you: only buy from licensed dispensaries. Unlicensed sellers operating in NYC do not carry lab-tested products, do not pay taxes that support communities, and do not operate under any consumer protection framework. When you buy from a licensed shop, you know exactly what you're getting — and when you buy Silly Nice, you're supporting a small, independent, family-run brand that built something real right here in Brooklyn.

The most common direct route between Bucharest's Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) and New York runs into JFK, with total flight time typically ranging from 10 to 11 hours. Once you land at JFK, you'll clear U.S. Customs and immigration at the terminal, collect your luggage, and then make your way into the city. Please note: cannabis and cannabis products are federally prohibited substances in the United States, which means they cannot be carried through customs, in airports, or on any aircraft. This article is intended only for adults who are already in New York City and looking to legally purchase cannabis from a licensed dispensary.

From JFK, you can reach Manhattan and Brooklyn via the AirTrain connecting to the New York City Subway (A train or E train), the Long Island Rail Road, rideshare services like Uber and Lyft, or taxi. Once you're settled in your hotel or accommodation — whether that's in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, or elsewhere in the five boroughs — you're minutes away from a licensed dispensary carrying Silly Nice products. Use our store locator at sillynice.com/dispensaries to find the closest location to where you're staying.

We are Silly Nice — co-founded by Shane Breen, a U.S. Army Veteran, and LeVar Thomas, two partners of 25 years who built this brand together in Brooklyn, New York. We launched Silly Nice in March 2024 as a licensed adult-use cannabis brand with a clear mission: create small-batch, high-quality cannabis products that reflect the standards, integrity, and culture of New York City. Since then, we've grown to over 150 licensed dispensaries across New York State.

Silly Nice is Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, and family-run. Those aren't just labels — they represent the people behind every product on the shelf. We are hands-on in everything we do, from formulation to packaging to the way we show up for our community. We believe cannabis should be premium, transparent, and accessible. Every single product we make is small-batch and sustainably packaged. Every product has a Certificate of Analysis (COA) published at sillynice.com/menu so you can verify exactly what's in what you're purchasing.

For a traveler coming from Bucharest — or anywhere in Romania — who may never have had access to legal, lab-tested, regulated cannabis products before, Silly Nice is an ideal introduction to what New York's legal market can offer at its best. We're not a faceless corporate brand. We're two people who believed in something, built it together, and put our names behind it.

When you walk into a licensed NYC dispensary and ask for Silly Nice, here are the products you'll want to know about. Every spec listed below is exact and lab-verified. COAs are publicly available at sillynice.com/menu.

Diamond Powder — 1 gram, $50. This is one of our most talked-about concentrates. Diamond Powder comes in at 86.24% THC and 98.54% total cannabinoids. It's a high-purity crystalline concentrate designed for experienced consumers who want maximum potency. It can be used to infuse flower, added to a bowl, or consumed via a dab rig. If you've never tried a concentrate at this level of purity, ask a budtender to walk you through it. This is not a beginner product — it's a precision product.

Frosted Hash Ball — 1 gram, $50. For hash lovers, this is the one. Our Frosted Hash Ball tests at 67.34% THC, 78.34% total cannabinoids, and 5.7% terpenes. The terpene profile is what sets this apart — the aroma and flavor experience of a Silly Nice Frosted Hash Ball is something that speaks for itself the moment you open the package. Hand-crafted, small-batch, and built for those who appreciate the craft behind quality hash.

Bubble Hash — 1 gram, $44. Our Bubble Hash tests at 53.32% THC, 62.86% total cannabinoids, and an impressive 6.2% terpenes — the highest terpene count in our lineup. This is solventless, ice-water extracted hash made the old-fashioned way, prioritizing flavor and a full-spectrum experience. If you're exploring hash for the first time in a legal market, this is an accessible and expressive starting point. At $44, it also represents exceptional value.

510 Vape — Pink Stardust, 1 gram, $40. Vaping is one of the most convenient formats for new-to-market consumers, and our Pink Stardust 510-thread vape cartridge delivers 81.96% THC and 88.36% total cannabinoids in a clean, portable format. It fits any standard 510-thread battery. No combustion, no prep — just consistent, flavorful draws. At $40 for a full gram, it's one of the best value-to-quality ratios in any NYC dispensary.

2G All-In-One Vape — Alaskan Thunder Fuck, 2 grams, $80. If you want the full vape experience without needing a separate battery, our 2G AIO in Alaskan Thunder Fuck is a self-contained, rechargeable device with 2 full grams of oil at 82.46% THC and 84.06% total cannabinoids. It's one of the best deals in our lineup by volume, and the Alaskan Thunder Fuck strain profile is bold, energetic, and unmistakable.

Infused Flower — Papaya Wine, 3.5 grams, $60. For those who prefer to smoke flower, our Papaya Wine Infused Flower is 3.5 grams of premium cannabis infused to reach 51.22% THC and 58.63% total cannabinoids. It delivers a rich, layered smoking experience that elevates the traditional flower format. At $60 for 3.5 grams of infused flower at this potency, you will not find better bang for your buck in a New York dispensary.

We are currently available in 150+ licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State, including locations throughout all five boroughs of New York City — Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island. Finding us is straightforward.

Visit sillynice.com/dispensaries to use our official store locator. You can search by neighborhood, borough, or zip code to find the licensed dispensary nearest to where you're staying. Our product availability is updated regularly. You can also find Silly Nice on Weedmaps by searching 'Silly Nice' — confirmed licensed dispensaries carrying our products are listed there with current menus. When in doubt, call ahead to the dispensary to confirm we're in stock before you make the trip.

Can I use my Romanian passport as ID at a New York cannabis dispensary? Yes. A valid, unexpired Romanian passport is an accepted government-issued photo ID at any licensed adult-use cannabis dispensary in New York State. You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase. Present your passport at the door just as you would at a bar or any age-verified venue.

Can I bring cannabis products back to Romania or carry them through JFK? Absolutely not. Cannabis remains a federally controlled substance in the United States and is illegal to transport across any international border, through any U.S. airport, or on any aircraft — regardless of the laws in your destination country. Do not attempt to carry cannabis products through customs or onto a plane. This article is solely for adults who are in New York City and wish to legally purchase and consume cannabis within the state during their stay, in accordance with New York law.

Is legal cannabis in New York safe to purchase? What makes it different from what I might find on the street? Legal cannabis in New York is lab-tested by state-licensed laboratories and approved by the Office of Cannabis Management before it can be sold in licensed dispensaries. Every product must have a Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming its potency and confirming it is free of pesticides, heavy metals, residual solvents, and microbiological contaminants. Silly Nice publishes all COAs at sillynice.com/menu. Unlicensed street cannabis has no such requirements and carries real safety risks. Always buy from a licensed dispensary.

Whether you flew in from Bucharest on a direct flight or connected through another European hub, welcome to New York City. We built Silly Nice to be the brand that represents what this city does best: high standards, real culture, and something worth talking about. We're in 150+ licensed dispensaries across New York State, and we want to be the first thing you reach for when you're ready to explore what legal cannabis in NYC has to offer. Visit sillynice.com/dispensaries to find the nearest licensed dispensary carrying Silly Nice, and experience the difference that small-batch, lab-tested, Brooklyn-built cannabis makes. Adults 21 and older only. Welcome to the legal market — we're glad you're here.