Readers told us these KC dispensaries are the best. Vote for your favorite in this poll

Dispensaries across the state have been selling recreational marijuana for over seven weeks. As Missouri’s cannabis business grows and weed connoisseurs across the state partake in the plant, we wanted to hear from readers which dispensaries are serving up the best product and service.

After hearing from dozens of readers about their favorite dispensaries, we now have a list of nine of Kansas City’s fan-favorites. Readers chose their favorites based on things like quick service, welcoming atmospheres, range of products and prices.

Here’s a roundup of all the dispensaries that were submitted to The Star. After taking a look, vote on which of the nine dispensaries below are your favorite.

BesaMe Wellness

BesaMe Wellness was listed multiple times as a favorite. The dispensary has five locations across Missouri, including North Kansas City, Kansas City, Warrensburg, Smithville and Liberty. A few readers submitted BesaMe Wellness as their favorite dispensary chain, noting that the customer service is really what keeps them going back.

“I always receive great customer service, the budtenders really listen and help you find the best product for you,” Serena Maxfield said in her submission. “There’s no judgment or barrier to entry, and they have really good daily deals. They also have had the best recreational selection.”

5901 NW Barry Road, Kansas City

1041 Burlington St., North Kansas City

5918 Southview Drive, Liberty

13500 US 69, Smithville

219 W Young St., Warrensburg

ReLeaf Resources Dispensary

ReLeaf Resources Dispensary is a dispensary off of 71 Highway in Grandview. The dispensary has a mission of providing Missouri residents with access to alternative medicine, medical devices and supplies, according to social media. Many readers who submitted ReLeaf as their favorite dispensary said that ReLeaf’s variety of products and family-like atmosphere is what makes the Grandview dispensary a standout.

“Releaf is my go to ‘dispo,” Bryce Crawford said. “Everytime I am there I am treated kindly, and I have to say the pricing is good too.”

13836 S. US 71 Highway, Grandview

Fresh Karma

Fresh Karma is another local dispensary, with locations in Kansas City, St. Joseph and Parkville. The dispensary’s mission is to educate and create community awareness on the benefits of marijuana. The reader that submitted Fresh Karma said the dispensary’s large selection is what makes it a favorite.

240 Linwood Blvd., Kansas City

10915 NW 45 Highway, Parkville

From the Earth

From the Earth is a dispensary franchise based in both Missouri and California. From the Earth has five locations including three in Kansas City and one in Independence and Raytown. The dispensary prides itself on being built with community in mind and being made up of Missouri locals of all ages and walks of life, according to its website.

Aside from being within a half mile of her home, reader Tracey Watson said she loves From the Earth because of its customer service and discounts offered to medical marijuana card holders.

“Great selection [and] the budtenders are very knowledgeable. If you get your Medical card through them, you get 15% off your first visit and a $60 credit-so your medical card ends up being free.”

1222 McGee St., Kansas City

2918 Southwest Blvd., Kansas City

6200 Troost Ave., Kansas City

9010 E. State Route 350, Raytown

19341 E. US Highway 40, Independence

Greenlight Marijuana Dispensary

Greenlight Marijuana Dispensary has nearly 24 locations across the country and four in the Kansas City metro. The local dispensaries can be found in South Kansas City, Independence and Harrisonville. The Star reader who submitted Greenlight as their favorite said the dispensary in South Kansas City on Stateline Road and 135th Street has quick and speedy service.

4900 Bannister Road, Kansas City

3721 S. Noland Road, Independence

Elevate Missouri

Elevate Missouri has three Kansas City area dispensaries and boasts over 80 years of experience with cannabis. The company says it takes an artisan approach to its products and prioritizes high quality over quantity, according to its website.

Reader Keleigh Crouthers said Elevate MO is her favorite because “the budtenders are the best” and they have the best prices in the city.

4716 NE Vivion Road, Kansas City

5408 Prospect Ave., Kansas City

114 E. North Ave., Belton

The Forest Dispensary

The Forest Dispensary is another recreational and medical marijuana dispensary based in midtown Kansas City.

“They are so kind, fun and helpful!” reader JJ Looper said about the dispensary. “They always have great deals on large quantities, deli-style by-the-gram flower, lots of coupons, free merchandise and short wait times.”

706 Westport Road, Kansas City

Stairway Cannabis

Stairway Cannabis, based in Blue Springs, is a local dispensary aimed at using marijuana to help empower people to make healthy choices for a happy and holistic lifestyle, according to the business’ website.

“We are all about making our patients and adult consumers feel like one of the family—the word “stranger” isn’t even in our vocabulary,” the website reads.

490 SW MO-7 Highway, Blue Springs

Riverside Wellness

Riverside Wellness in Riverside, Missouri is a community-centric dispensary that offers community-based discounts on products and educational resources to people interested in learning more about cannabis, according to the dispensaries website.

4403 NW Gateway Ave., Riverside

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