Visiting New York City from Laos? Here's Where to Find

We want to be the first to say: welcome to New York City. If you've made the journey all the way from Laos — whether from Vientiane, Luang Prabang, or anywhere across that beautiful, culturally rich nation — we're genuinely glad you're here. NYC is one of the most alive cities on the planet, and we believe every visitor deserves to experience it fully, comfortably, and legally. That's where we come in.

We are Silly Nice — a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, family-run cannabis brand founded right here in Brooklyn, New York. Our founders, Shane Breen, a proud U.S. Army Veteran, and LeVar Thomas, have been partners for 25 years. We launched in March 2024 with one mission: to bring premium, small-batch cannabis products to New Yorkers and visitors alike, with transparency, quality, and real community at the center of everything we do. Today, you'll find our products in 150+ licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State. And yes — several of those are near wherever you're staying in the city.

Before you walk into any dispensary, it helps to understand the basics of how legal cannabis works in New York State. The good news: it's straightforward for adult visitors.

Who Can Purchase Cannabis in NYC

Cannabis is legal for adults 21 and older in New York State. That includes tourists and international visitors. As long as you are 21 or older and can prove it with a valid government-issued photo ID — your passport works perfectly — you are legally permitted to purchase cannabis from a licensed adult-use dispensary. You do not need to be a New York resident. You do not need a medical card. You just need to be an adult and walk through the right door.

Where You Can and Cannot Consume

New York law permits consumption in private spaces and in licensed cannabis consumption lounges. Public smoking of cannabis is prohibited — which means no lighting up on sidewalks, in parks, on the subway, or in hotel rooms (always check hotel policy). Consumption lounges are emerging across the city and offer a social, legal space to enjoy your purchase. And absolutely never consume cannabis before or while operating any vehicle — this is both illegal and dangerous.

Licensed Dispensaries Only — Why It Matters

New York City has unfortunately seen an explosion of unlicensed smoke shops selling unregulated cannabis. As a visitor, this is a real risk — those products are not tested, not labeled accurately, and purchasing from them is illegal. Licensed dispensaries carry products like ours that are independently lab-tested, clearly labeled, and sold by trained staff in a safe, legal environment. Every product we make at Silly Nice goes through rigorous third-party lab testing before it ever reaches a shelf. When you shop at a licensed dispensary, you know exactly what you're getting.

We've made finding us incredibly simple. Visit our store locator at sillynice.com/store-locator, enter your neighborhood or zip code, and you'll instantly see licensed dispensaries near you that carry Silly Nice products. Whether you're staying in Midtown, the Lower East Side, Greenwich Village, Harlem, or one of the Brooklyn neighborhoods we call home — there's likely a dispensary carrying our products within walking distance.

New York is a city of neighborhoods, and the cannabis retail landscape is as diverse as the boroughs themselves. Here's a quick guide to where dispensary culture is thriving.

Midtown Manhattan

If you're staying near Times Square, Central Park, or the theatre district, Midtown has licensed dispensaries that cater to the heavy foot traffic of tourists and professionals. Convenient, accessible, and close to major hotel corridors — this is often the first stop for visitors exploring legal cannabis for the first time in New York.

Lower East Side and Greenwich Village

These downtown Manhattan neighborhoods have long been connected to cannabis culture in New York. Today, they host some of the city's most thoughtfully curated licensed dispensaries — perfect spots to browse our concentrates and vapes in a laid-back, knowledgeable environment. The staff at these locations tend to be deeply passionate about the plant and happy to walk visitors through what each product offers.

Harlem

Harlem is a culturally significant neighborhood with deep roots in Black American history and art. As a Black-owned brand with roots in Brooklyn, we feel a strong connection to Harlem's dispensary scene. Several excellent licensed shops there carry our full lineup. If you're exploring Harlem's music venues, restaurants, and landmarks, stopping into a local dispensary is a natural part of the experience.

Brooklyn

Brooklyn is our home. It's where Silly Nice was born, where we built our community, and where our founders have spent decades creating something meaningful. Brooklyn dispensaries carry our products with pride, and visiting one here feels like getting the real, unfiltered version of what New York cannabis culture is all about. From Williamsburg to Crown Heights to Park Slope, Brooklyn's dispensary scene is thriving.

We take enormous pride in what we put on shelves. Every Silly Nice product is small-batch crafted, independently lab-tested, and sustainably packaged. Here's what you'll find at dispensaries near you.

Concentrates and Hash — Unique NYC Experiences Worth Seeking Out

Our Diamond Powder is one of the most potent and refined concentrates available anywhere in New York. At 1 gram, 86.24% THC, and 98.54% total cannabinoids, it retails for $50. It's pure, crystalline, and unlike anything you'll find back home. Our Frosted Hash Ball — 1 gram, 67.34% THC, 78.34% total cannabinoids, 5.7% terpenes, $50 — is a handcrafted work of cannabis artistry. Rich, aromatic, and deeply satisfying. And our Bubble Hash, at 1 gram, 53.32% THC, 62.86% total cannabinoids, 6.2% terpenes, priced at $44, is a solventless classic made the traditional way — water, ice, and patience.

Vapes — The Ideal Travel-Friendly Option

For visitors who want something discreet, convenient, and easy to enjoy at home after the trip, our vapes are the answer. Our 510 Vape in Pink Stardust — 1 gram, 81.96% THC, 88.36% total cannabinoids — is available for $40. Our 2G All-In-One in Alaskan Thunder Fuck — 2 grams, 82.46% THC, 84.06% total cannabinoids — is a powerhouse at $80. Both are cleanly made, lab-verified, and deliver a smooth, reliable experience. Please note: cannabis vape products must remain in compliance with all customs and travel laws — enjoy them during your NYC stay.

Infused Flower

Diamond-Frosted & Live Resin Infused Flower

Our Infused Flower in Papaya Wine is 3.5 grams of premium cannabis flower infused for maximum effect — 51.22% THC, 58.63% total cannabinoids, priced at $60. It's a rich, layered smoke with tropical notes that make it memorable. If you have access to a legal private space or consumption lounge during your visit, this is a product worth exploring.

THC

37.32%

Total

42.90%

Size

3.5g

Price

$60

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We want your dispensary experience to be seamless. Here's what to know before you go.

Bring Your Passport

Every licensed dispensary in New York is required to verify age before selling cannabis. Your Laotian passport is a fully accepted government-issued ID. Keep it on you when you visit. No ID, no purchase — it's that simple, and it's a good thing. It means the system is working as it should.

Cash vs. Card

Due to federal banking restrictions, many cannabis dispensaries in New York operate primarily on a cash basis or use cannabis-specific payment systems. We recommend having cash on hand when you visit. Many dispensaries have ATMs on-site. Some locations do accept debit or certain digital payment options — it varies by shop, so check ahead or simply arrive with cash to be safe.

What to Expect Inside a Licensed Dispensary

Stepping into a licensed New York dispensary is a welcoming, professional experience. You'll show your ID at the door, be greeted by knowledgeable staff called budtenders, and have the opportunity to see menus, ask questions, and take your time choosing. Ask for Silly Nice by name — our products are in 150+ dispensaries statewide, and staff who carry us know our lineup well. Don't hesitate to ask for guidance. That's exactly what they're there for.

New York City has never had a cannabis brand quite like ours. Silly Nice is built on 25 years of partnership, on military service and sacrifice, on Brooklyn pride, and on the belief that cannabis done right — small-batch, lab-tested, sustainably made — is something worth sharing with the world. We didn't build this for a shelf. We built it for people. For communities. For moments. For visitors from Laos who fly halfway around the globe and want to experience something real while they're here.

Whether you pick up a Frosted Hash Ball as a one-of-a-kind NYC souvenir, grab a Pink Stardust vape for a clean evening experience, or dive into our Diamond Powder if you really want to go deep — you're getting a product made with intention, backed by testing, and sold in a fully legal framework that protects you as a consumer. This is legal cannabis done right, and it's only getting better.

Use our store locator to find a licensed dispensary near your hotel today. Walk in, ask for Silly Nice, show your passport, and let the real New York City experience begin. From all of us at Silly Nice — welcome to Brooklyn. Welcome to New York. We're glad you're here.