JOINT EFFORT: YOUR 420 GUIDE TO THE BEST LA DISPENSARIES AND DELIVERY SERVICES
Original Artwork by Aaron Kai
LA’s cannabis history dates back to the 1960s, when hippies and musicians gathered in Laurel Canyon, passing around joints and jamming to tunes. It was a time of peace, love, and some seriously good weed. Fast-forward to today and LA boasts boutique dispensaries with budtenders who know their terpenes, and delivery services that arrive faster than your post-smoke munchies. Whether you’re seeking relaxation, creativity, or just a good time, LA’s cannabis offerings are as diverse as the city’s food trucks. Our 420 guide will light up your path like a well-rolled joint. So inhale deeply, exhale slowly, we’re here to guide you through the haze.
1 ➺ THE CHRONIC
thechronic.com 🌳 @thechronic.la
The Place:
The Chronic is dedicated to delivering a memorable cannabis retail experience through personalized guidance and a curated selection of premium products. By prioritizing quality, affordability, and customer satisfaction, The Chronic creates an environment where customers feel valued, informed, and empowered to make confident choices. Every purchase is guided by knowledgeable advice, ensuring that customers receive personalized recommendations aligned with their unique preferences and requests.
The Vibe:
Welcoming, Professional, Informative
The Services:
In Store, Pick up, Delivery
2 ➺ HYPERWOLF
The Place:
The Hyperwolf online experience is fun, welcoming and aesthetically pleasing. Their menu highlights a nice selection of flower you can zoom into (literally - pinch and zoom online to see up close) from the best LA brands and limited runs of Hyperwolf collaborations with cream of the crop brands in the industry. Both Angelenos and LA transients are reminded how lucky they are to experience the world’s epicenter of the cannabis industry when scrolling the Hyperwolf app. User-friendly and beautifully designed it’s a seamless flow till needing to dial your next needed delivery of munchies.
The Vibe:
Innovative, Fun, Fresh
The Services:
Hyperwolf is exclusively a marijuana delivery service that covers areas of Los Angeles, Orange County, the Inland Empire, and even down to San Diego
Location(s):
Online Only
3 ➺ TRADITIONAL
traditional.com 🌳 @losangelestraditional
The Place:
Traditional offers a vertically integrated blend of cultural vibrancy and top-notch service. Since opening in 2005, they’ve perfected their cannabis strains, providing customers with 100% all-natural premium indoor flower. The flagship Traditional DTLA location features bright pops of color and round kiosks that echo the brand’s iconic packaging. Customers can also glimpse into the cannabis grow room, adding an educational twist to their visit. This Traditional-modern viewpoint celebrates cannabis culture and fosters a sense of community.
The Vibe:
Fun, Inclusive, Modern
The Services:
In-store, pick up
Location(s):
2222 E Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90021
4665 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019
4 ➺ ELEVATE
elevate-dispensary.com 🌳 @elevatefortheculture
The Place:
Elevates goal is to educate and provide an elevated experience for all customers and the entire community. And with that to create a place where people feel safe and comfortable exploring the healing possibilities of this plant medicine with the guidance of knowledgeable professionals.
The Vibe:
Elevate is a compassionate company, providing our community with safe access to cannabis products for healing and wellness.
The Services:
In-store, pick up, delivery
Location(s):
Elevate Los Angeles - 8018 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Elevate Woodland Hills - 20010 Ventura Blvd, Woodland Hills CA 91364
Elevate South Los Angeles - 10401 S Avalon, Los Angeles, CA 90003
Elevate Granada Hills - 10721 Lindley Ave., Granada Hills, CA 91344
5 ➺ ORIGINAL CANNABIS CAFE
cannabis.cafe 🌳 @ogcannabiscafe
The Place:
The Original Cannabis Cafe is a welcoming space for those who are cannabis connoisseurs and those who are canna-curious. Their comprehensive Flower Menu offers everything from pre-rolls, flower, small edibles and beverages to premium smoking accessories and all the way up to concentrates for experienced connoisseurs. If you’re new to cannabis or haven’t consumed in a while, their Flower Hosts will make recommendations and guide your experience.
The Vibe:
Cannabis Cafe is not a traditional dispensary – they are a fresh concept blending a cafe and dispensary.
The Services:
In-store, pick up, cafe, food and n/a beverages
Location(s):
1201 North La Brea Avenue West Hollywood, CA 90038
6 ➺ URBN LEAF
The Place:
Urbn Leaf is California’s premier cannabis company, featuring comfortable retail spaces and knowledgeable staff that invite inquiry, discovery, and conversation. Since 2017, Urbn Leaf have been on a mission to set new standards in the cannabis industry. They only source the highest quality products available, and then serve them up in safe, accessible environments.
The Vibe:
Our Feel Good Fam encompasses our team members, the brands we carry and, of course, you. Our budtenders are cannabis experts. They are here to guide you through our collection of thoughtfully curated products and help you choose the perfect options for your needs.
The Services:
In-store pick up
Location(s):
8477 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
7 ➺ ERBA
The Place:
Shopping should be much more than transactional. It should be experiential. Erba aims to be an evolution in aesthetic and functionality, what we see as the future of dispensaries. The choices are myriad, the quality of each product always held to the highest standards. Everything inside is carefully curated, from our store design to our product assortment. there’s an intention to everything you see.
The Vibe:
Each customer is unique and should be treated as such. In this industry, with an ever expanding demographic, our goal is to appeal to all. The keys to this are fundamental to our business, service and variety - all housed within a breathtaking realm. simply, this is the ideology, this is the ethos at Erba. Erba wants word of mouth to be our greatest asset, it’s the community that matters to them. and it’s through that prism that we hope you share with your friends and family alike. The transaction is easy, it’s the experience that you’ll remember.
The Services:
Delivery, in-store, pick up
Location(s):
ERBA PICO - 12320 W Pico Blvd, LA, CA 90064
ERBA VENICE - 4200 Lincoln Blvd, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
8 ➺ HONOR ROLL DELIVERY
honorrolldelivery.com 🌳 @hrcollective
The Place:
At Honor Roll Delivery, they are committed to cultivating an exceptional cannabis experience by distributing small batches of premium, high-quality products. Rooted in a passion for excellence and sustainability, they embrace the artistry of cannabis cultivation to deliver freshness and purity to our discerning customers.
The Vibe:
The mission is to elevate the standards of the cannabis industry, providing a personalized journey for enthusiasts who seek authenticity, transparency, and a connection to the true essence of the plant. Through innovation, dedication, and a steadfast commitment to ethical practices, Honor Roll Delivery aims to redefine the cannabis experience one small batch at a time, fostering a community that values the purity, potency, and uniqueness of our hand selected offerings.
The Services:
Delivery, online orders
Location(s):
Online only
9 ➺ EXOTIX
The Place:
Embark on an exquisite journey into the world of Exotix, where they stand as the ultimate destination for discerning cannabis connoisseurs. Renowned as a premier dispensary, they have meticulously curated an exceptional assortment of top-tier cannabis offerings, including alluring edibles and potent concentrates.
The Vibe:
At Exotix, our distinction lies in the harmonious fusion of quality and diversity, inviting you to explore a refined collection that resonates with our unwavering commitment to excellence.
The Services:
In-store, pick up
Location(s):
738 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038
10 ➺ OFF THE CHARTS
offthechartsshop.com 🌳 @offthecharts
The Place:
At Off The Charts, their primary focus is providing our customers with the best quality cannabis products. Their goal is to help our customers and patients achieve optimal health and happiness as efficiently as possible.
The Vibe:
Off The Charts knowledgeable staff members are here to help you find exactly what you're looking for, ensuring a fast and easy shopping experience.
The Services:
In store, pick up
Location(s):
Sherman Oaks - 5242 Van Nuys Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91401
West Hollywood - 8448 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
South LA - 615 E 61st St, Los Angeles, CA 90001
Hollywood - 6803 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038
La Ciénega - 2000 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90034
Every puff in the City of Angels tells a story of innovation, community, and the spirit of freedom that blossomed from Laurel Canyon’s legacy. Let our 420 guide be the blunt that lights your way to the best LA has to offer.
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A version of this article also appears in LA WEEKLY.
