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

Whether you've just landed at JFK, touched down at LaGuardia, or made your way in from Newark, we want to be the first to say: welcome to New York City. We're Silly Nice — a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, family-run cannabis brand born and raised right here in Brooklyn. We were founded by Shane Breen, a U.S. Army Veteran, and LeVar Thomas, and together we've spent 25 years building something real and meaningful in this city. Since launching in March 2024, our small-batch, independently lab-tested products are now available in 150+ licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State.

To our visitors coming all the way from Mali — karibu sana. Mali carries a rich and ancient culture, from the legendary intellectual heritage of Timbuktu to the vibrant rhythms of Wassoulou music and the warmth of Malian hospitality. We honor that depth. And while NYC is a world away from the Sahel, this city has its own kind of magic. We hope your time here is unforgettable — and if premium legal cannabis is part of your NYC experience, we're here to make sure you do it right.

New York State legalized recreational cannabis for adults 21 and older in 2021, and the licensed retail market has been growing rapidly ever since. As a visitor, you have the same legal right to purchase cannabis as any New York resident — as long as you are 21 or older and buying from a licensed adult-use dispensary. The law is clear, the process is straightforward, and there's never been a better time to explore what New York's cannabis scene has to offer.

Where You Can and Cannot Consume

Legal consumption in NYC comes with important rules every visitor should respect. You may consume cannabis in private residences where your host allows it. Some licensed cannabis consumption lounges exist in the city and are the best legal public option for enjoying your purchase. However, smoking or vaping cannabis in public spaces — parks, sidewalks, near playgrounds, in restaurants, bars, or hotels — is prohibited. Always look for designated consumption spaces or enjoy your products privately. Please never consume cannabis and then drive or operate any vehicle. Your safety and the safety of others on our streets matters deeply to us.

Only Buy From Licensed Dispensaries

This one is critical: only purchase cannabis from licensed New York adult-use dispensaries. Unlicensed sellers — even those who appear to operate storefronts — are not part of the regulated system. Licensed dispensaries are required to carry independently lab-tested products, which means you know exactly what you're getting. Every single Silly Nice product is small-batch crafted and verified through independent third-party lab testing. When you buy from a licensed dispensary, you're buying safe, legal, quality cannabis. Anything else carries legal and health risks not worth taking.

Finding us is easy no matter where you're staying in the city. We're now stocked in 150+ licensed dispensaries across New York State, with strong coverage throughout all five boroughs and beyond. The fastest way to find a location near you is to visit our store locator at sillynice.com/store-locator. Simply enter your address, hotel name, or neighborhood, and you'll get a list of licensed dispensaries carrying Silly Nice products closest to you.

NYC Neighborhoods With the Most Dispensary Options

New York City is enormous, and dispensaries are spread across all corners of it. If you're staying in Midtown Manhattan — near Times Square, Central Park, or the theater district — you'll find dispensary options within easy walking distance. The Lower East Side has developed a creative, community-driven cannabis scene that feels entirely its own. Greenwich Village, long a neighborhood of counterculture and free expression, is home to several excellent licensed shops. Harlem has a rich cannabis culture tied deeply to its Black community roots, and the dispensaries there reflect that pride. And of course, Brooklyn — our home — has a thriving network of licensed dispensaries where you can find Silly Nice right in the borough where we were born.

For first-time visitors to a licensed cannabis dispensary, here's what the experience looks like. When you arrive, a staff member called a budtender will check your ID at the door. Your passport is perfectly acceptable — in fact, for international visitors it is the ideal form of identification. Make sure you have it with you every time you visit. You must be 21 or older. No exceptions.

Once inside, you'll be welcomed into a retail environment that typically looks and feels like a high-end boutique or specialty shop. Budtenders are knowledgeable and happy to help you navigate the menu. Don't hesitate to ask questions about potency, effects, or product types. Most dispensaries in NYC accept both cash and debit or credit cards, though some operate cash-only or have ATMs on site. It's always smart to bring some cash just in case. Purchases are placed in sealed, child-resistant packaging that you should keep intact until you're in a private space.

We make a focused, thoughtfully curated lineup of products — each one crafted with intention and tested to the highest standards. If you're a visitor from Mali exploring legal cannabis for the first time in New York, or a seasoned cannabis enthusiast looking for something extraordinary, we have exactly what you're looking for.

Concentrates and Hash — The Collector's Choice

Our Diamond Powder is one of the most potent products you'll find anywhere in New York's legal market. At 86.24% THC and 98.54% total cannabinoids in a single gram priced at $50, this is pure crystalline concentrate for those who know exactly what they want. It can be dabbed or added to flower for an elevated experience. Our Frosted Hash Ball brings something entirely different — a 1 gram hand-crafted hash ball at 67.34% THC, 78.34% total cannabinoids, and 5.7% terpenes, priced at $50. The terpene richness makes this product aromatic, complex, and deeply enjoyable. It's the kind of thing you don't forget. And our Bubble Hash — a solventless, naturally extracted hash at 53.32% THC, 62.86% total cannabinoids, and 6.2% terpenes for $44 — offers one of the most authentic and flavorful cannabis experiences in our lineup.

Vapes — The Perfect Travel-Friendly Option

If you're looking for something discreet, portable, and simple to use during your NYC stay, our vape products are ideal. Our 510 Vape in Pink Stardust delivers 1 gram at 81.96% THC and 88.36% total cannabinoids for just $40. It's compact, consistent, and delivers a clean, flavorful experience. For those who want even more, our 2G All-In-One in Alaskan Thunder Fuck is a full 2 grams at 82.46% THC and 84.06% total cannabinoids for $80 — a self-contained device that requires no separate battery. Just enjoy it, NYC-style.

Infused Flower

Diamond-Frosted & Live Resin Infused Flower

Our Infused Flower in Papaya Wine is a 3.5 gram experience unlike anything else on the market. At 51.22% THC and 58.63% total cannabinoids for $60, this is premium flower infused with additional concentrate for depth, flavor, and effect. The tropical, fruit-forward profile of Papaya Wine makes it a sensory delight. This is the kind of product that makes NYC feel even more alive.

THC

37.32%

Total

42.90%

Size

3.5g

Price

$60

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Here are a few final practical reminders to make your legal cannabis experience in New York City smooth and enjoyable. Always carry your passport — it's the gold standard for ID verification at dispensaries and you will be asked every single visit. Know the rules around consumption before you purchase so you're never caught in a difficult situation. Keep your cannabis in its original sealed packaging when moving through public spaces. Do not attempt to travel internationally with cannabis — it is strictly illegal to carry cannabis across international borders, including on flights returning to Mali or anywhere else outside the United States. Cannabis is for your enjoyment here in New York, full stop.

We also want to remind you that cannabis is legal and regulated in New York for adults 21 and over. If you are under 21, this is not for you. Share responsibly and look out for one another.

From the streets of Brooklyn where we built this brand, to every corner of this extraordinary city, Silly Nice is here to be part of your New York story. We put everything we have into every single product we make — the craft, the testing, the packaging, the care. Shane's military discipline and commitment to excellence, LeVar's vision and passion, 25 years of partnership, and a deep love for our community all go into every gram, every vape, every hash ball we produce. We didn't build this brand to be everywhere. We built it to matter somewhere. And that somewhere is New York City.

If you've traveled all the way from Mali to experience this city, we want to be part of what makes your visit unforgettable. Find us at a licensed dispensary near your hotel, ask your budtender for Silly Nice by name, and let us show you what small-batch, premium, Brooklyn-made cannabis truly feels like. We're proud of what we've built, and we're honored to share it with you.