Welcome to New York City — From the Heart of Brooklyn
We are Silly Nice — a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, family-run cannabis brand based right here in Brooklyn, New York. Founded by partners Shane Breen, a U.S. Army Veteran, and LeVar Thomas, who have been side by side for 25 years, we built Silly Nice from the ground up to represent the real New York: bold, creative, and unapologetically authentic. And when visitors arrive in our city from all corners of the world, we want to make sure their experience with legal cannabis in NYC is nothing short of extraordinary.
To our friends traveling from Namibia — welcome. Your home country is one of Africa's most breathtaking and culturally rich nations, known for its vast desert landscapes, remarkable wildlife, and the warm hospitality of its people. We are honored to host you in our city, and we want to make sure that if cannabis is part of how you unwind, explore, or celebrate your travels, you have everything you need to do it safely, legally, and well.
Understanding New York Cannabis Laws as a Visitor
New York State legalized adult-use cannabis in March 2021, and since then a robust licensed dispensary market has grown across the five boroughs and beyond. If you are 21 years of age or older, you can legally purchase cannabis products at any licensed adult-use dispensary in New York State. As a visitor from Namibia, your age requirement is the same — you just need a valid government-issued ID to prove it. Your passport works perfectly.
Where You Can Legally Consume
New York law allows adults to consume cannabis in private residences and in licensed cannabis consumption lounges. Public smoking — meaning on sidewalks, in parks, near entrances to buildings, or anywhere tobacco smoking is prohibited — is not permitted. Hotels generally prohibit smoking of any kind in guest rooms, so we strongly encourage you to confirm your accommodation's policy before you purchase. Consumption lounges are an exciting and social way to enjoy cannabis legally, and NYC has several operating or opening throughout the city. These are great spaces to relax, meet locals, and enjoy your product in a comfortable, welcoming environment.
A Note on Safety and Responsibility
We always say this plainly: never operate a vehicle or any kind of transportation after consuming cannabis. Stick to walking, subway, taxi, or rideshare if you plan to explore the city after enjoying our products. NYC's public transit system is one of the most extensive in the world, so getting around without a car is not just legal — it is the preferred way to move through this city.
How to Find a Licensed Silly Nice Dispensary Near Your Hotel
Since launching in March 2024, Silly Nice products are now available in more than 150 licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State. Whether you are staying in Midtown Manhattan, the Lower East Side, Greenwich Village, Harlem, or one of Brooklyn's many vibrant neighborhoods, there is a very strong chance a dispensary carrying our products is within walking distance or a short subway ride from your front door.
The easiest way to find us is to head to our store locator, enter your location or your hotel's zip code, and get directions to the nearest licensed dispensary stocking Silly Nice. We update this in real time so you are never guessing.
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NYC Neighborhoods With Strong Dispensary Presence
New York City's dispensary scene is growing fast, and several neighborhoods have emerged as hubs where multiple licensed shops are operating. Here is a quick guide to where to look depending on where you are spending your time in the city.
Midtown Manhattan
If you are staying near Times Square, the Theater District, or along Fifth Avenue, Midtown has become home to several licensed shops. These are easy to reach from most major tourist hotels and cater to a high volume of visitors, so the staff are typically well-versed in helping first-time buyers navigate their options.
Lower East Side and Greenwich Village
These iconic downtown neighborhoods have a long counterculture history and now house some of the city's most respected dispensaries. If you are exploring the High Line, SoHo, or the West Village, you are in excellent territory. The vibe in these shops tends to be knowledgeable and enthusiastic — staff genuinely love talking about the products they carry.
Harlem and Upper Manhattan
Harlem carries deep cultural significance for Black New Yorkers and has a growing number of Black-owned cannabis businesses, which aligns directly with who we are as a brand. Shopping here feels meaningful, and you are often supporting community-rooted businesses with every purchase.
Brooklyn
This is our home. Brooklyn dispensaries carry the full spirit of what we built Silly Nice to be — independent, community-focused, quality-obsessed. From Crown Heights to Bushwick to Park Slope, Brooklyn's dispensary scene reflects the borough's creative energy and deep pride in supporting local brands.
What to Expect When You Walk Into a Dispensary
Walking into a licensed NYC dispensary for the first time is a comfortable, retail-style experience. Here is exactly what to expect so you feel confident and prepared.
Bring Your Passport
Every dispensary is required by law to verify your age before you can purchase anything. As a visitor from Namibia, your Namibian passport is the ideal form of ID. Make sure it is with you every time you visit a dispensary. No ID means no purchase — no exceptions.
Cash or Card?
This is one of the most common questions visitors ask. The cannabis industry still operates largely in cash due to federal banking restrictions in the United States. Many dispensaries have ATMs on-site, but we always recommend bringing cash to make the experience smooth. Some shops now accept debit cards through cashless ATM systems, but cash remains king. Plan accordingly before you arrive.
Talk to the Budtenders
Dispensary staff — often called budtenders — are trained product experts. Do not hesitate to tell them where you are from, what kind of experience you are looking for, and how familiar you are with cannabis. They will guide you to the right product. Mention Silly Nice by name and ask to see our menu. They will know exactly what to show you.
Our Products: The Best Cannabis and Hash You Can Buy in New York
Every Silly Nice product is small-batch crafted, independently lab-tested, and sustainably packaged. We do not cut corners. Here is what to look for on the shelf.
Diamond Powder
Our Diamond Powder is one of the most potent concentrates available in the New York market, testing at 86.24% THC and 98.54% total cannabinoids per gram. This is a serious product for experienced cannabis consumers who want a premium, pure concentrate experience. At $50 for a gram, it is an exceptional value given its potency and purity.
THC
86.24%
Total
98.54%
Size
1g
Price
$50
Frosted Hash Ball
If you are a hash lover, our Frosted Hash Ball was made for you. Testing at 67.34% THC, 78.34% total cannabinoids, and a rich 5.7% terpene profile, this is hash at its most aromatic and expressive. Hand-crafted and small-batch, each Frosted Hash Ball is a product we are incredibly proud of. For visitors who appreciate the art of traditional hash-making elevated to a modern premium standard, this is a must-try New York experience.
THC
67.34%
Total
78.34%
Size
1g
Price
$50
Bubble Hash
Our Bubble Hash is crafted using ice-water extraction methods that preserve the full terpene and cannabinoid profile of the plant. At 53.32% THC, 62.86% total cannabinoids, and an impressive 6.2% terpenes, this is the highest terpene content in our concentrate lineup. If flavor and aroma are what you are chasing, this is your product. At $44 per gram, it is also the most accessible entry point into our concentrate family.
THC
53.32%
Total
62.86%
Size
1g
Price
$44
Diamond-Frosted & Live Resin Infused Flower
Our Papaya Wine Infused Flower brings together premium cannabis flower enhanced with concentrate for a full-spectrum experience. At 51.22% THC and 58.63% total cannabinoids across 3.5 grams for $60, this is one of the best values in our lineup for those who prefer to roll their own or use a pipe or bong.
THC
37.32%
Total
42.90%
Size
3.5g
Price
$60
510 Thread Vape — Pink Stardust
For visitors who want something discreet and easy to use, our Pink Stardust 510 vape cartridge is a perfect companion. At 81.96% THC and 88.36% total cannabinoids in a 1-gram cart for only $40, this is a standout value. Just attach to any standard 510-thread battery and you are ready. Clean, potent, and travel-friendly.
THC
81.96%
Total
88.36%
Size
1g
Price
$40
2G All-In-One Vape — Alaskan Thunder Fuck
Our Alaskan Thunder Fuck 2-gram all-in-one disposable vape is our biggest and boldest vape offering. With 82.46% THC and 84.06% total cannabinoids packed into a self-contained 2-gram device, this is the product for visitors who want power, convenience, and longevity without any extra hardware. At $80, it is the best bang-for-gram value in our entire vape lineup.
THC
82.46%
Total
84.06%
Size
2g
Price
$80
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Take a Piece of New York Home — Silly Nice as a Travel Souvenir
We know that for many visitors, the souvenirs they bring home matter. They tell the story of where you were, what you experienced, and what made a place feel real. Silly Nice was born in Brooklyn by two New York natives who built something from the ground up with family, pride, and purpose. When you purchase a Silly Nice product during your visit, you are not just buying cannabis — you are taking home a piece of authentic New York culture.
Our concentrates and vape products are especially practical for travelers. Compact, lab-tested, and precisely labeled, they are clean, discreet, and unmistakably New York. And every product we make reflects the same commitment to quality that we have carried since day one: never mass-produced, always small-batch, always honest about what is inside.
To our visitors from Namibia: this city is big, loud, full of energy, and full of people who are genuinely happy you are here. We hope your time in New York City is memorable in every way. And when you are ready to find us, we are right around the corner — at over 150 licensed dispensaries across New York State and counting.
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Written by LeVar Thomas
Co-Founder of Silly Nice — a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned New York cannabis brand. LeVar writes about hash, concentrates, dispensary culture, and the NYC cannabis community. Adults 21+ only.