Welcome to New York City — From Niger to Brooklyn, We're Glad You're Here
Whether you've traveled here from Niamey, Zinder, Maradi, or anywhere across the beautiful landscape of Niger, we want to be the first to say: welcome to New York City. We are Silly Nice — a small-batch, Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, family-run cannabis brand founded right here in Brooklyn, NYC. Our founders, Shane Breen, a U.S. Army Veteran, and LeVar Thomas, have been partners for 25 years. Everything we build comes from love for this city, love for our community, and love for the craft of producing world-class cannabis products.
Niger is a country with deep cultural pride, resilient people, and a rich West African heritage. We respect and honor the journey you've made to visit New York. If you are a 21+ adult curious about exploring legal cannabis during your stay in NYC, you've come to exactly the right place. This guide is written specifically for visitors like you — people who want to experience something real, legal, and genuinely extraordinary while they're in one of the greatest cities in the world.
Understanding New York State Cannabis Laws as a Visitor
New York State legalized adult-use recreational cannabis in 2021, and since then, licensed dispensaries have opened across the five boroughs and statewide. As a visitor from Niger, here is what you need to know before you walk into any dispensary.
Who Can Purchase Cannabis Legally in NYC
Any adult 21 years of age or older can legally purchase cannabis at a licensed adult-use dispensary in New York State. This includes tourists and international visitors. You do not need to be a New York resident. You simply need to be 21+ and have a valid government-issued photo ID — your passport from Niger will work perfectly.
Where You Can and Cannot Consume
New York law allows cannabis consumption in designated cannabis consumption lounges and in private spaces where smoking is permitted. Public consumption — on sidewalks, in parks, near schools, or in vehicles — is not allowed and can result in a fine. Please do not consume in your Uber, taxi, or any moving vehicle. Many hotels also prohibit smoking of any kind, so check with your accommodation before lighting up. The safest and most enjoyable approach is to visit a licensed consumption lounge or consume in a private, permitted space.
Licensed Dispensaries Only — Stay Safe, Stay Legal
New York City has unfortunately had a serious problem with unlicensed, illegal cannabis shops. These shops may look legitimate, but they are not regulated, their products are not lab-tested, and purchasing from them is illegal. Always buy from a licensed dispensary. Every location that carries Silly Nice products is a fully licensed, regulated adult-use dispensary that operates legally under New York State law. When you shop with us, you are protected.
How to Find a Silly Nice Dispensary Near Your NYC Hotel
We launched in March 2024 and have grown quickly — Silly Nice products are now available in 150+ licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State. Whether you're staying in Midtown Manhattan, the Lower East Side, Greenwich Village, Harlem, or Brooklyn, there is almost certainly a licensed dispensary near you carrying our products.
The easiest way to find us is to visit our store locator online. Simply enter your neighborhood, your hotel address, or any Manhattan zip code, and you will see a list of nearby dispensaries that carry Silly Nice. We update this regularly so the information is always current.
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The Best NYC Neighborhoods to Find Legal Cannabis Dispensaries
New York City's licensed cannabis dispensaries are spread across every major neighborhood. Here are the areas where you are most likely to encounter multiple licensed shops within walking distance.
Midtown Manhattan
Midtown is the heart of NYC tourism — Times Square, the Empire State Building, Grand Central, and Rockefeller Center are all here. Midtown also has several licensed dispensaries within easy reach. If you're staying at a hotel in Midtown, use our store locator and you'll find options close by.
Lower East Side and Greenwich Village
These downtown neighborhoods have always had a countercultural energy, and today they are home to some of NYC's most vibrant licensed cannabis shops. The Lower East Side and Greenwich Village offer great food, music, art, and now, premium legal cannabis. This is a great area to explore if you want a full NYC cultural experience alongside your dispensary visit.
Harlem
Harlem holds a special place in Black American cultural history — and as a Black-owned brand, Silly Nice feels deeply connected to that legacy. Harlem has several licensed dispensaries, and visiting one while exploring the neighborhood's music, food, and history makes for an unforgettable NYC day.
Brooklyn
Brooklyn is our home. It's where Silly Nice was born, and it's where our founders have built their lives for decades. If you make the trip across the bridge, you'll find a borough full of energy, diversity, world-class food, and licensed dispensaries proud to carry our products. Brooklyn is the real New York, and we invite you to experience it.
Our Products — What to Try During Your Visit
Every Silly Nice product is independently lab-tested, small-batch crafted, and sustainably packaged. We do not cut corners. What you see on the label is exactly what you get in the jar. Here is a breakdown of what we offer and what might be the perfect fit for your visit.
Diamond Powder
Our Diamond Powder is a 1-gram concentrate featuring 86.24% THC and 98.54% total cannabinoids, priced at $50. This is one of the most potent cannabis products legally available in New York State. It is designed for experienced consumers who appreciate precision and purity. Diamond Powder can be added to flower, used in a dab rig, or sprinkled onto a bowl for an elevated experience.
THC
86.24%
Total
98.54%
Size
1g
Price
$50
Frosted Hash Ball
The Frosted Hash Ball is 1 gram of expertly crafted hash at $50, with 67.34% THC, 78.34% total cannabinoids, and a remarkable 5.7% terpene content. This is a true artisan product — something you can hold, admire, and appreciate before you use it. It is one of our most visually stunning offerings and makes a genuinely unique NYC souvenir.
THC
67.34%
Total
78.34%
Size
1g
Price
$50
Bubble Hash
Our Bubble Hash is 1 gram at $44, testing at 53.32% THC, 62.86% total cannabinoids, and an impressive 6.2% terpene content. If you appreciate flavor and aroma in your cannabis experience, Bubble Hash delivers. It is solventless, clean, and beautifully made. This is a great entry point for visitors who are curious about hash but want something approachable.
THC
53.32%
Total
62.86%
Size
1g
Price
$44
510 Thread Vape — Pink Stardust
Our Pink Stardust 510 vape cartridge is 1 gram at $40, with 81.96% THC and 88.36% total cannabinoids. For a visitor navigating a new city, this is one of the most practical options we offer. It is discreet, requires no prep, and fits easily into a pocket or bag. Note that you will need a compatible 510-thread battery, which most dispensaries sell separately.
THC
81.96%
Total
88.36%
Size
1g
Price
$40
2G All-In-One Vape — Alaskan Thunder Fuck
The Alaskan Thunder Fuck 2-gram All-In-One vape is self-contained, requires no separate battery, and delivers 82.46% THC and 84.06% total cannabinoids for $80. This is the most convenient vape experience we make — perfect for a visitor who wants something powerful and ready to use with zero setup required.
THC
82.46%
Total
84.06%
Size
2g
Price
$80
Diamond-Frosted & Live Resin Infused Flower
Our Papaya Wine Infused Flower is 3.5 grams at $60, with 51.22% THC and 58.63% total cannabinoids. If you enjoy the ritual of traditional cannabis flower but want something kicked up in potency and flavor, Papaya Wine delivers. The infusion process enhances every aspect of the experience — aroma, effect, and taste.
THC
37.32%
Total
42.90%
Size
3.5g
Price
$60
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Practical Tips for First-Time Dispensary Visitors in NYC
Bring Your Passport
Every licensed dispensary in New York is required by law to verify your age before allowing you to purchase cannabis. Your passport from Niger is a perfectly valid form of identification. Make sure it shows your date of birth clearly. You will be asked to show it at the door, every single time.
Cash vs. Card
Because cannabis is still federally classified in the United States, many dispensaries operate primarily on a cash basis. Some dispensaries have on-site ATMs, and a growing number do accept debit cards through cashless ATM systems. We recommend carrying some cash to make your purchase as smooth as possible. Most products are reasonably priced, and our lineup starts at $40.
What to Expect Inside a Licensed Dispensary
Licensed NYC dispensaries are clean, professional, and welcoming. You will be greeted, ID'd, and then guided through a curated product menu by a knowledgeable budtender. Do not hesitate to ask questions — dispensary staff are trained to help and are genuinely passionate about the products they carry. Ask for Silly Nice by name. If they carry us, they will know our products well.
Make Your NYC Visit Unforgettable — Explore Silly Nice
We started Silly Nice because we believed that Black-owned, Veteran-owned cannabis brands deserved a seat at the table in New York's legal cannabis market. We've worked hard since March 2024 to earn our place in 150+ dispensaries across the state, and every product we make is a reflection of our values: quality, transparency, community, and pride. When you buy Silly Nice in New York City, you are supporting a small, family-run business built by two Brooklyn natives who have been partners for 25 years. That means something to us, and we hope it means something to you.
Whether you're in NYC for a week or just a few days, we hope you take the time to visit a licensed dispensary, explore our products, and bring a little piece of Brooklyn home with you. Our concentrates — the Diamond Powder, the Frosted Hash Ball, the Bubble Hash — are especially memorable NYC souvenirs. Our vapes are perfect for the traveler who wants convenience without compromising on quality. Whatever you choose, you are choosing something made with real care and real craft.
Use our store locator to find the nearest licensed dispensary carrying Silly Nice products, and enjoy every moment of your time in New York City. From Niger to Brooklyn — we are honored to be part of your journey.
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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.